What’s going on in theatre in the west midlands. the Latest blogs via theatrebrum.com- Capital Theatre Festival: Third Day Preview May 26, 2012Bored this weekend? Want to get out of the house? Looking to get involved in some new and exciting theatre? Come along to Capital! It’s the third day of our festival and we’re as busy as ever! Red Teapot provided a very civilised start to the day at 10am with tea, cakes and networking in the [...] Continue reading →Rebecca Whelan
- Off Stage & On-line: Off Stage & On-line 2012-05-25 14:14:48 May 25, 2012This week the New Vic team have been busy with our Olympic event: the Long Distance Creative Relay. We’re making Phoenix from the Flames, an aerial dance piece celebrating the art of the Potteries and the Olympic Flame as a beacon of hope. I descri... Continue reading →Theresa Heskins
- Capital Theatre Festival: Devoted and Disgruntled May 25, 2012I haven’t managed to get to any of these events so far, but there’s always a first time. And Leicester’s not too far from Brum… WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO ABOUT THEATRE AND THE PERFORMING ARTS IN 2012 AND BEYOND? London 2012 Festival, Improbable and Curve invite you to the grand opening of the [...] Continue reading →Catherine Edwards
- Capital Theatre Festival: Second Day Preview May 25, 2012Rise and shine! It’s going to be another full day the Festival today, so you’ll need all your wits about you! We’re behind the scenes today with our first workshop, in association with Stan’s Café, where James Yarker will be demystifying the devising process, using his own experience to provide practical and useful advice. Come on [...] Continue reading […]Rebecca Whelan
- Capital Theatre Festival: If you build it, they will come May 25, 2012I’ve always liked Kevin Costner. Even the four-hour marathon that is the Dances with Wolves director’s cut. We’ll skip over The Postman (most people do). He had the right idea in Field of Dreams; building a baseball field to host a game between long-dead stars. Or something. To be honest, I can’t remember much more about it, apart [.. […]Catherine Edwards
- Capital Theatre Festival: Third Day Preview May 26, 2012
On Call: 24-25 May @mac
“On Call” is a chance for companies and individuals to meet informally with established producers and enablers, for some impartial advice and exchange about ideas and projects. The On Call will take place at mac birmingham in the Arena Bar from 12noon-2pm on Thursday 24th and Friday 25th May. You can just turn up to … Read more
New Birmingham theatre festival opens next week
Capital Theatre Festival launches its new programme at the mac from 24-27 May. Filled to the brim with exciting plays from up and coming new writers, it’s a chance for audiences to experience the very best in contemporary new theatre. Download the brochure here. Birmingham writer Rob Joiner is among three people selected from a … Read more
£5 tickets for Julius Caesar
£5 tickets for Julius Caesar at 7.15pm on Saturday 2 June and 7pm on Wednesday 6 June* Join us in the Royal Shakespeare Theatre as a new production of Julius Caesar transposes Shakespeare’s great political thriller to modern day Africa. Featuring a cast including Ray Fearon and Paterson Joseph, Julius Caesar is directed byGregory Doran, recently announced as RSC Artistic Director Designate. Watch the trailer … Read more
Upstairs Improv Shootout – don’t miss out on tickets! Inbox
After our sell-out ImprovSlam, UPSTAIRS brings you the Improv Shootout TICKETS ARE GOING FAST – DON’T MISS OUT! UPSTAIRS is thrilled to bring you its second fab, funny and fearless nights of spontaneous comedy at the Old Joint Stock Theatre, on Thursday May 31st. Seats are limited, tickets are selling fast, so don’t delay. UPSTAIRS founders and directors Kit … Read more
Participant Call Out for ‘If Only I Could…’ Take part in an exciting new outdoor circus project!
If Only I Could… is a brand new outdoor circus performance being developed in Birmingham. We are seeking 5 participants to take part in development and performances. Participants must be based in the West Midlands, be available for the dates listed below and aged between 16 – 30. No circus experience is necessary, but a basic … Read more
Circus Artist Needed for ‘If Only I Could…’ An Outdoor, Participatory Project based in the West Midlands
The Project team for If Only I Could… are seeking an experienced and confident circus artist, with a strong knowledge of ground based skills. The artist will be part of the our creative team, and will be comfortable working with community participants supporting their training ahead of performances, so teaching experience is an advantage. If Only I Could… is … Read more
Rage Arts music video win
Rage Arts & the band Drag were winners of the public vote at the recent two weeks to make it challenge which saw production teams paired with local bands and given two weeks to make a music video. To view our video for Hollywood Waist and find out more visit http://www.hollywoodwaist.rage.org.uk
Frozen by Bryony Lavery at The Blue Orange Theatre, 31st May – 9th June, 7.45pm
Frozen by Bryony Lavery Directed by Graeme Braidwood One evening ten-year-old Rhona goes missing. Her mother, Nancy, retreats into a state of frozen hope. Agnetha, an American academic, comes to England to research a thesis: “Serial Killing – A Forgivable Act?” Then there’s Ralph, a loner who’s looking for some distraction. Drawn together by horrific circumstances, these … Read more
TV Drama Shoot Demo
24 May 2012, 1pm-4pm Deloitte Room, mac Making great TV drama is a lot harder than it looks! Come along and see how it’s done on Thursday 24thMay as part of Capital Theatre Festival. Birmingham City University students will team up with the Screenwriters’ Forum to demonstrate a TV Shoot. We’ll be filming a … Read more
Vamos Theatre – Much Ado About Wenlock
Vamos Theatre, in association with The Everyman Theatre Cheltenham, presents its latest mask theatre production Much Ado About Wenlock Swan Theatre, Worcester Thursday 28th June 7:30pm, Friday 29th June 1:30pm & 7:30pm, Saturday 30th June 7:30pm Box Office: 01905 611427 “very, very funny…you won’t fail to be delighted“ The Stage “Much Ado About Wenlock is one of the most charming, delightful and perfectly … Read more
