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Kelly Osbourne: I feared Ozzy would never walk again after Parkinson’s diagnosis

Kelly Osbourne: I feared Ozzy would never walk again after Parkinson’s diagnosis

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Improvisation Class

Improvisation Class

The Blue Orange Theatre 20:00 - 22:00

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Burns Night 2020: Top places to celebrate in the Midlands and Shropshire

Burns Night 2020: Top places to celebrate in the Midlands and Shropshire

January 25 marks the annual celebration of Scotland's national poet Robert Burns.

The Streets to play 'biggest ever' hometown show in Birmingham

The Streets to play 'biggest ever' hometown show in Birmingham

The Streets will play a hometown Birmingham show this summer.

Dudley Zoo and Castle celebrates best visitor numbers in three decades

Dudley Zoo and Castle celebrates best visitor numbers in three decades

Dudley Zoo and Castle is celebrating its best yearly visitor figures in three decades – with more than 300,000 flocking through the gates last year.

Slipknot guitarist Mick Thomson to meet fans in Birmingham ahead of arena show

Slipknot guitarist Mick Thomson to meet fans in Birmingham ahead of arena show

Slipknot guitarist Mick Thomson will be meeting fans in Birmingham this Thursday ahead of the group's headline arena show.

Timeless comedy from I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue at Wolverhampton Grand - review

Timeless comedy from I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue at Wolverhampton Grand - review

There's something wonderful about a show which gives you a free kazoo before proceedings have even started.

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Music

Ozzy Osbourne thanks fans after revealing Parkinson’s diagnosis

Ozzy Osbourne thanks fans after revealing Parkinson’s diagnosis

The singer said despite his diagnosis he hopes to still perform for his fans.

Line-up revealed for this year's WV1 Fest

Line-up revealed for this year's WV1 Fest

The line-up for this year's WV1 Fest has been revealed.

Search is on for Midlands singing talent to join West End star in Birmingham and Lichfield

Search is on for Midlands singing talent to join West End star in Birmingham and Lichfield

Youth choirs and musical theatre groups are being given the opportunity to perform with Broadway and West End leading lady Marisha Wallace on her debut UK tour which hits Birmingham and Lichfield.

Kelly Osbourne: I feared Ozzy would never walk again after Parkinson’s diagnosis

Kelly Osbourne: I feared Ozzy would never walk again after Parkinson’s diagnosis

The Black Sabbath frontman was found to have the illness after he suffered a fall last year.

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Dining Out

Beer week returns to Birmingham

Beer week returns to Birmingham

Birmingham Beer Week is to return to the city, which has a rich brewing history, this summer.

Food review: Five Rivers showcases modern cuisine in vibrant setting

Food review: Five Rivers showcases modern cuisine in vibrant setting

Food writer and curry connoisseur Andy Richardson takes a trip to an enormously impressive restaurant that raises the bar in Asian cooking.

Farmer's unique twist on Burns Night dinner at Essington Farm

Farmer's unique twist on Burns Night dinner at Essington Farm

An annual Scottish tradition with a Black Country twist returns to Wolverhampton later this month.

Staffordshire business handed cider award by CAMRA

Staffordshire business handed cider award by CAMRA

An award has been handed to a Staffordshire-based business for producing the best cider at a festival.

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Attractions

Duchess of Cambridge launches new survey at Birmingham Thinktank - in pictures

Duchess of Cambridge launches new survey at Birmingham Thinktank - in pictures

The Duchess of Cambridge visited MiniBrum at Thinktank at Birmingham Science Museum yesterday to launch a new landmark UK-wide survey which aims to spark the biggest ever conversation on early childhood.

Aquarium opens to improve children's mental health in Wolverhampton

Aquarium opens to improve children's mental health in Wolverhampton

An aquarium and sensory activity centre aimed at improving the mental health of youngsters has launched in Wolverhampton.

Rare Blackchin Guitarfish on song after six born at National Sea Life centre

Rare Blackchin Guitarfish on song after six born at National Sea Life centre

It's music to their ears! Six rare Blackchin Guitarfish have been born at the National Sea Life Centre to the delight of staff.

Lemur sculpture set to be installed at Dudley Zoo

Lemur sculpture set to be installed at Dudley Zoo

A sculptor has crafted a huge 30ft lemur statue which is set to be installed at Dudley Zoo.

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This Week In Photos

Duchess of Cambridge launches new survey at Birmingham Thinktank - in pictures

Rare Blackchin Guitarfish on song after six born at National Sea Life centre

Dogs compete for coveted Crufts place in Staffordshire

Insomnium bring headline show to Birmingham - interview and pictures

Strictly Come Dancing tour twirling into Birmingham - in pictures

How many animals? Dudley Zoo keepers get counting for annual animal stock take

Theatre & Comedy

Birmingham Old Rep announces 2020 Christmas show

Birmingham Old Rep announces 2020 Christmas show

Birmingham's Old Rep Theatre has announced its Christmas show for 2020.

Lichfield ready for night of comedy

Lichfield ready for night of comedy

Some of the top names in British stand-up comedy will be taking to the stage in Lichfield.

Public speaking workshops to take place at Wolverhampton Grand

Public speaking workshops to take place at Wolverhampton Grand

Wolverhampton Grand Theatre is helping people to get over stage fright when public speaking in new workshops.

Birmingham Hippodrome puts young people centre stage in new musicals

Birmingham Hippodrome puts young people centre stage in new musicals

Birmingham Hippodrome is putting young people firmly centre stage with two upcoming musicals.

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CAPTAIN BREADBEARD’S BREADY BRILLIANT COMEDY COOKBOOK

CAPTAIN BREADBEARD’S BREADY BRILLIANT COMEDY COOKBOOK

When? 24 Jan

Where? The Blue Orange Theatre

Kiki & Henry’s Record Fair

Kiki & Henry’s Record Fair

When? 01 Feb

Where? Talbot Hotel

Fat, Funny & Fearless

Fat, Funny & Fearless

When? 07 Feb

Where? The Blue Orange Theatre

Memories of a Snow Scene

Memories of a Snow Scene

When? 08 Feb

Where? The Blue Orange Theatre

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