What's On Feb 2025 -Apr 2025 by bmusic_ltd

The next three months at a glance…

FEB

SOUL & QAWWALI FT. CHAND ALI

KHAN & LEO TWINS

LUTHER: LIVE

HAYDEN THORPE & PROPELLOR ENSEMBLE

BASSEM YOUSSEF

NEIGHBOURS: THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

JOHN BARROWMAN

MAR

THE JAMIE LEVER SHOW

JAMES MARTIN

MATILDA LLOYD

DR RANGAN CHATTERJEE

CHRIS DE BURGH

MARY CHAPIN CARPENTER,

JULIE FOWLIS & KARINE POLWART

PRETTY VACANT

DISCOVERING MORRICONE

JAZZ SABBATH

JOHN SHUTTLEWORTH

DAVID GRAY

OLLY ALEXANDER

MIKE AND THE MECHANICS

PHIL ROSENTHAL

ANDY & THE ODD SOCKS

CARLOS FERREIRA

KAREN HAUER & GORKA MARQUEZ

POETRY JAM

TRANSATLANTIC SESSIONS

BOB MARLEY & HANDSWORTH REGGAE

DANIEL MARTINEZ FLAMENCO COMPANY

PRAGUE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

SAX IN THE CITY WITH THE NOTEBENDERS

DAVID O’DOHERTY

SÀO SOULEZ LARIVIÈRE

ANDY ZALTZMAN

JASON MANFORD

CBSO: IT’S A LIVING THING

BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL

BRIT FLOYD

EX CATHEDRA

AMY DOWDEN & CARLOS GU

KRIS DREVER & CHRIS STOUT

JAZZ EMU

LEVELLERS COLLECTIVE + IAN PROWSE

BADLY DRAWN BOY

JENNY ECLAIR

JOHN LODGE

TOMMYINNIT

KURTIS CONNER

MIDDAY MANTRA

CBSO: EXPLORES

THE SMARTEST

GIANT IN TOWN NATIONAL YOUTH ORCHESTRA

AVATAR

NERINA PALLOT

ALEXIS FFRENCH

EX CATHEDRA

CAROLINE HIRONS

QUEEN EXTRAVAGANZA

CBSO EXPLORES

BIRMINGHAM ROYAL BALLET

JASON DONOVAN

THE NEWS AGENTS

KIM WILDE

CROONERS

JIMMY CARR

MARK AND LARD

THE REPAIR SHOP LIVE

WARDRUNA

JIMBO’S DRAG CIRCUS

LEO GREEN & THE ICONS ORCHESTRA

FASTLOVE: THE TRIBUTE TO GEORGE MICHAEL

JOHN CALE

IMELDA MAY

THE MUSICAL BOX PERFORMS GENESIS

GOOD FRIDAY ST MATTHEW

PASSION WITH EX CATHEDRA

ASHLEY HUTCHINGS

80TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

CRAIG REVEL HORWOOD HAWKWIND

URIAH HEEP

JENN BOSTIC

80s LIVE

GIOVANNI: THE LAST DANCE

SYDNIE CHRISTMAS THE LOST NOTES

ALISON MOYET

LOU SANDERS

OPETH

ELKIE BROOKS

MAX AMINI

MATT GOSS

ALINA BZHEZHINSKA & TONY KOFI

TREVOR FRANCIS

MEMORIAL CONCERT

MILTON JONES

HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON –IN CONCERT

VASILY PETRENKO & THE ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

THE PEOPLE’S ORCHESTRA

RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC

GREGORY PORTER

LIONEL: THE MUSIC OF LIONEL RICHIE

JUST MY IMAGINATION: THE MUSIC OF THE TEMPTATIONS

TOP GUN: MAVERICK – IN CONCERT

ANASTACIA: NOT THAT KIND

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Feb

Luther: Live

Sat 1 Feb | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Soul & Qawwali

ft. Chand Ali Khan & Leo Twins

Sat 1 Feb | Town Hall | 7PM

Age recommendation: 12+

Qawwali World presents Soul & Qawwali featuring the legendary virtuoso – Chand Ali Khan and ensemble – in collaboration with Coke Studio & Nescafe Basement sensations – the Leo Twins –Live in Concert!

The world’s premier show in celebration of ‘The Velvet Voice’ experience all the hits from his amazing career, culminating over 40 million album sales and eight Grammy awards including many of the greatest dance anthems and love songs ever written, fronted by international Luther Vandross tribute Harry Cambridge and his 10-piece band.

Hayden Thorpe & Propellor Ensemble perform Ness

Sun 2 Feb | Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space | 2PM

Hayden Thorpe is best known as the former frontman and chief songwriter for the much-loved band Wild Beasts. He returns to the stage with his beautifully singular third album ‘Ness’, made in collaboration with best-selling nature writer Robert Macfarlane.

An Arabic Night with Bassem Youssef

Sun 2 Feb | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Age restriction: 18+

Please note this event will be spoken entirely in Arabic.

Bassem’s Arabic stand-up show is a unique 90-minute experience, showcasing groundbreaking Arabic comedy. Stand-up comedy is a relatively new art form in Arabic culture, and this show challenges audiences with subversive narratives and strong language that is rarely heard in live Arabic performances.

Neighbours: The 40th Anniversary Tour

Mon 3 Feb | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Age recommendation: 12+

Following on from the phenomenal sell out success of The Celebration Tour, Neighbours is returning to the stage, with a new line-up, new stories, and a brand-new reason to celebrate. Join some of your favourite faces from Ramsay Street as they celebrate four decades of the show’s history.

Venue event age guidance: Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult 18+ unless otherwise stated.

Feb

Poetry Jam

Thu 6 Feb | Thu 6 Mar | Thu 3 Apr

Justham Family and Jane How Room | 7PM

Since 2013, Poetry Jam has opened its doors every first Thursday of the month, and has grown in love, attendance and adoration ever since. It’s a monthly open mic platform to jam, perform and click with a community of creatives.

John Barrowman: Laid Bare

Tue 4 Feb | Town Hall | 7PM

John Barrowman, Laid Bare in his newest show, unwavering and uncensored about his passion for life and his profound love of song and story. In Laid Bare, every song, whether a Broadway classic or a contemporary hit, showcases John’s inimitable style and his dazzling voice. His stories and personal anecdotes burst with his keen wit, Scottish charm, and infectious energy.

Transatlantic Sessions

Thu 6 Feb | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Transatlantic Sessions returns for 2025, marking 30 years since the original TV series first aired and continuing to explore and celebrate the rich musical traditions that connect Scotland, Ireland and the US. An annual focal point of Celtic Connections, the exclusive line-up combines guest singers and the celebrated house band, inviting them to interweave original material with age-old tunes and songs as they explore shared roots and find new common ground. Featuring guest artists Loudon Wainwright III, Julie Fowlis, Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams and Niall McCabe.

The show’s seasoned house band, guided as ever by Aly Bain and Jerry Douglas, features renowned Celtic and Americana roots musicians Phil Cunningham, John Doyle, Michael McGoldrick, Tatiana Hargreaves & Allison de Groot, John McCusker, Donald Shaw, James Mackintosh and Daniel Kimbro.

Reggae Origins: Bob Marley & Handsworth Reggae

Thu 6 Feb | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Reggae Origins: Bob Marley & Handsworth

Reggae brings together Basil Gabbidon (Steel Pulse) and band alongside musicians from Birmingham Contemporary Music Group (BCMG) for an unforgettable journey through the history of Reggae on what would have been Bob Marley’s 80th Birthday.

Sax in the City with The Notebenders

Sat 8 Feb | Sat 22 Mar | Sat 26 Apr

Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space | 1:30PM

B:Music welcome back the Ladywood-based community big band to Symphony Hall to uplift with their unique mix of jazz and calypso music.

David O’Doherty: Tiny Piano Man

Sat 8 Feb | Town Hall | 8PM

Age restriction: 16+

The dishevelled prince of €10 eBay keyboards tries to make you feel alive with a new pageant of laughter, song and occasionally getting up from a chair. It’s gonna be a big one. Star of ‘8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown’, ‘Live at The Apollo’, ‘The Great Celebrity Bake Off 2024’ and ‘Along For the Ride with David O’Doherty’.

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B:Enamoured by Birmingham Classical Season 2024/25

ECHO Rising Stars: Sào Soulez Larivière –

The Voice of Folk*

Sun 9 Feb

Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space | 11AM

Wake up your Sunday morning as Sào Soulez Larivière brings both percussion and electronics on board to explore a different side to the viola. The Voice of Folk incorporates traditional folk music into contemporary composition.

Vasily Petrenko & the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

Sat 29 Mar | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Vasily Petrenko is quite simply one of the greatest conductors on the world stage right now.

From the romance of Tchaikovsky to the thrill of Prokofiev, this is a concert not to be missed. Completing a stellar line-up, violinist Esther Yoo brings “tones of breath-taking beauty” (Sunday Times) to Bruch’s much-loved Violin Concerto.

Prague Symphony Orchestra

Fri 7 Feb | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

For authentic performances of Czech music, look no further! The superb musicians of the Prague Symphony Orchestra are steeped in the music of Smetana and Dvořák. They’re joined by the dazzling Venezuelan pianist Gabriela Montero, a soloist who’s always warmly welcomed at Symphony Hall.

ECHO Rising Stars: Matilda Lloyd –Legende*

Sun 2 Mar

Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space | 11AM

Captivating in her artistry, communication and musicality, British trumpeter Matilda Lloyd came to attention as BBC Young Musician Brass Final winner in 2014, and wowed audiences in her first Proms appearance two years later.

Good Friday St Matthew Passion with Ex Cathedra

Fri 18 Apr | Symphony Hall | 2PM

Betrayal, anguish, sacrifice and, above all, love. Bach’s ability to capture in music such profound human drama and personal conflict makes this one of the most powerful of all choral works.

Under Jeffrey Skidmore’s visionary leadership, his superb choir and Baroque orchestra explore the Good Friday traditions of Bach’s time.

BBC National Orchestra of Wales

Thu 29 May | Symphony Hall | 7PM

The radiant and heart-stopping Adagietto is the defining movement of Mahler’s Fifth. But, as BBC National Orchestra of Wales and conductor Ryan Bancroft will show, this Symphony has so much more to offer in a work that spans a raging sea of sound to whirling dance, serenity to joyful finale.

KIDS GO FREE

£5 FOR 16–30 and MULTIBUY packages

ECHO Rising Stars: Carlos Ferreira*

Sun 6 Apr

Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space | 11AM

Carlos Ferreira’s magnetic playing, deep rooted understanding of musical style and attention to the finest detail, have won him widespread praise. He’ll bring these qualities to Debussy’s expressive ‘First Rhapsody’ and a new commission by Lanqing Ding.

ECHO Rising Stars: Lukas Sternath*

Sun 4 May

Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space | 11AM Lukas Sternath achieved sensational success at the 71st International ARD Music Competition, winning not only First Prize but seven special prizes including the audience prize too. Find out why as he plays Liszt’s famous Sonata and music by Schumann and Patricia Kopatchinskaja.

Lunchtime Organ Concerts with Thomas Trotter

Declared “Britain’s greatest living organist” by Gramophone magazine, Thomas Trotter is among the world’s most celebrated players and has elevated the tradition of the virtuoso organist to new heights.

Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert

Sun 9 Feb | Symphony Hall | 3PM

Age guidance: No under 3s

Avatar: The Last Airbender, chronicles the heroic mission of Aang and his friends as they strive to defeat Fire Lord Ozai and reinstate balance among the four nations. Meticulously composed and arranged by the original composer of the show’s music, Jeremy Zuckerman, the live ensemble features a fusion of Eastern and Western traditional instruments.

Nerina Pallot: A Psalm for Emily Salvi

Sun 9 Feb | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Nerina Pallot, the critically acclaimed singer-songwriter known for her heartfelt lyrics and soul-stirring melodies, brings her seminal album ‘Fires’ to Town Hall. Featuring a full band and string section, it promises to be a magical night encompassing her most loved album and songs from across her career, including those from her latest album ‘A Psalm For Emily Salvi’.

Alexis Ffrench

Tue 11 Feb | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Age guidance: Under 14s accompanied by an adult 18+

Classical-soul pioneer, composer, producer and pianist

Alexis Ffrench is the fastest-growing classical artist in the world. French’s music has more than 500 million streams and both albums Evolution and Dreamland reached No. 1 in the Classical Music Charts.

Mon 10 Feb | Town Hall | 1PM

Mon 24 Feb | Town Hall | 1PM Homage to Handel

Mon 10 Mar | Town Hall | 1PM

Celebrating International Women’s Day

Mon 24 Mar | Town Hall | 1PM

Mon 7 Apr | Symphony Hall | 1PM

Thomas Trotter & Catrin Finch

Mon 28 Apr | Town Hall | 1PM

Lunchtime Organ Concert Guest Recital: James McVinnie

For full listings of our 2024/25 Classical Season, please visit bmusic.co.uk/bclassical

Ex Cathedra 2024/25: Chansons d’amour

Wed 12 Feb | Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space | 7PM

Join Ex Cathedra for an enchanted evening, in a relaxed cabaret style, as their talented scholars perform love songs from Monteverdi’s sensual madrigals to some of your favourite hits from recent decades, expertly arranged by Jeffrey Skidmore. Treat yourself – and perhaps a loved one – and indulge in this sensuous music as we approach Valentine’s Day.

Caroline Hirons: Glad We Had This Chat Live

Thu 13 Feb | Town Hall | 7:30PM

There are few people that know more about skin than Caroline Hirons. As with the podcast, the Glad We Had This Chat tour, will be a one-stop shop for all things beauty, skincare and beyond. Caroline will be chatting to a special guest live on stage –not only about their skincare regime, but about life too.

Free Jazz Fridays

Queen Extravaganza

Thu 13 Feb | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Fans of legendary rock band Queen are to experience another ‘kind of magic’ when official tribute band Queen Extravaganza marks the 50th anniversary of the phenomenal anthem ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’. With musicians hand-picked by Roger Taylor and a show produced by the original Queen stars, fans can expect the biggest hits from the biggest band in the world.

CBSO Explores: The New World Symphony

Sat 15 Feb | Town Hall | 7PM

Join us for a deep dive into the origins of this iconic piece. Performed in collaboration with Black Voices, we’ll be taking a deep dive into the history and context of Dvořák’s 9th Symphony. More information about B:Music’s resident orchestra and further CBSO concerts can be found at cbso.co.uk

Jason Donovan: Doin’ Fine 25

Sun 16 Feb | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Jason Donovan, has delighted audiences worldwide with his versatility as an actor, singer and all round entertainer. He has amassed a rich catalogue of hits, and Doin’ Fine 25 is set to be a sensational culmination of his outstanding achievements to date.

The News Agents Live On Stage

Mon 17 Feb | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Age guidance: Under 14s to be accompanied by an adult 18+

The chart-topping daily news podcast The News Agents, is going on tour for the first time! Hosted by three of the UK’s most respected journalists Emily Maitlis, Jon Sopel and Lewis Goodall, The News Agents Live On Stage will offer listeners an exclusive opportunity to experience Emily, Jon and Lewis’ takes on the biggest stories in news and current affairs… alongside a few surprises.

Uriah Heep: The Magician’s

Farewell

Wed 19 Feb | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Age guidance: Under 14s accompanied by an adult 18+

Uriah Heep is a progressive rock institution that, alongside bands like Deep Purple, Queen, Black Sabbath, and Led Zeppelin, helped lay the foundation for the United Kingdom’s vibrant hard rock/heavy metal scene.

80s Live!

Fri 21 Feb | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Direct from London’s West End, it’s heading down the Atlanta Highway, so bring your jukebox money and get ready to jitterbug. Dress to impress as we spin you around and round to the hits of Wham!, Culture Club, Madonna, Duran Duran and more in a night to remember.

Alison Moyet

Thu 27 Feb | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

It’s been 40 years since Alison Moyet stepped out of Yazoo and fired up a solo career with her #1 debut album ‘Alf’ and Top 10 hits ‘Love Resurrection’ and ‘All Cried Out’. That unmistakable voice – big enough to fill a stadium and yet intimate enough to make you feel as though she’s singing just for you – has taken her on quite a journey since.

Jenn Bostic

Thu 20 Feb

Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space | 8PM

Nashville based singer/songwriter Jenn Bostic crosses the genres of pop, blues, and gospel. Her hit song ‘Jealous of the Angels,’ written for her late father, has been recorded by various artists, reaching #1 on iTunes in the UK, Ireland, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, and the USA.

Sydnie Christmas: My Way

Mon 24 Feb | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Sydnie Christmas, the sensational winner of Britain’s Got Talent 2024, has taken the nation by storm with her breathtaking performances and exceptional talent. Hailing from Gravesham in Kent, having studied at the D&B Academy of Performing Arts, Sydnie made her “off West End” London stage debut in ‘Lazarus’.

The Lost Notes:

A celebration of their new album: Good Luck Shoes

Tue 25 Feb | Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space | 7:30PM

The Lost Notes are a Moseley-based 5-piece Americana band renowned for their energetic and joyous live shows. They recently released their third album ‘Good Luck Shoes’.

From Ben’s love of funk, Americana/soul and gospel, Oli’s folk and acoustic mix, Max Tomlinson’s jazz conservatoire pedigree, Steve Vantsis’ prog-rock, to Lucy’s love of sultry jazz and musical theatre, each new song arrangement is infused with their eclectic musical personalities.

This love of music started early.

“My parents loved music and singing as a family was always a big part of my life,” says Ben. “My dad was a Baroque recorder player. I remember hearing him practicing downstairs and being captivated by the haunting melodies.

From then on, I’ve been drawn to music, songwriting, connecting with people through performance and sharing the joy of singing together.”

“My house was full of music,” Oli adds.

“I’d suddenly hear Chopin being played on the piano by my dad, or Scott Joplin, both of whom I still love to this day. My mum was the guitarist and singer in the house, and singing round campfires was a very regular occurrence.”

For Lucy, her earliest memory was her dad singing ‘Save Your Kisses For Me’

by Brotherhood of Man. “In my teens I mainly wanted to be in musical theatre,” says Lucy. “But The Lost Notes will do!”

The Lost Notes have performed on the B:Music stages both within the halls and beyond. “It’s hard to express quite what it means when representatives of somewhere like B:Music come up after a gig and say, “we love what you’re doing and we’d like to support you.” It makes all the effort you put into trying to make your music a success worth it. It’s genuinely a ‘pinch yourself’ moment.”

“The new album is probably best described as 10 tales exploring the plight of the wary, the hopeful, the loved and the loveable; the wild and the lost, the unhinged and the crossed. The fixed up, the torn down, the hoe-downs and throw downs – topped by the musings of a deliriously optimistic psychopath with a death wish. Standard Lost Notes fare!” They’ll be returning to the Jennifer Blackwell Performance Stage in February.

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Interview: Lerah Mae Barcenilla

Amy Dowden & Carlos Gu: Reborn

Mon 10 Mar

Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Amy Dowden MBE, accompanied by fellow sensational Strictly Come Dancing star Carlos Gu, truly feels reborn. Join Amy and Carlos as they share an intimate portrait of their lives and journeys, in this inspirational show in which the transformative power of dance shines through. Reborn is a testament to the joy of dancing.

Giovanni:

The Last Dance

Sat 22 Feb | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Age guidance: 8+

The 2021 Strictly champion and BAFTA winner will be taking to the stage once again with his company of world class performers. Giovanni, the Italian maestro of dance, takes centre stage in The Last Dance, a mesmerising production that transcends the boundaries of live performance.

Karen Hauer & Gorka Marquez: Speakeasy

Sun 6 Apr | Symphony Hall | 5PM

Unlock the door to an undercover world of elegance and iconic dance flavours. From the clandestine New York Speakeasy to the sultry Havana dance floors and from the Burlesque Cabaret Clubs of the mid 1900’s to the glittering mirror balls of Studio 54, Speakeasy will be a delicious dance experience.

Daniel Martinez Flamenco Company: Art of Andalucia Flamenco Dance

Fri 7 Feb | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Daniel Martinez returns with a new show that places flamenco dance at the forefront. Art of Andalucia shifts the focus entirely to the art of flamenco dance, offering audiences an immersive experience where the dancers take centre stage, bringing the passion and energy of Andalucia to life. If that weren’t enough, Daniel will also perform new pieces from his highly anticipated third album.

Ashton Classics with Birmingham Royal Ballet

Sat 15 Feb | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Join Birmingham Royal Ballet and the Royal Ballet Sinfonia as they celebrate the ballets of the legendary Frederick Ashton, creator of works such as for ‘La Fille mal gardée’, ‘The Dream’, ‘Enigma Variations’ and ‘A Month in the Country’– the foundations of the British ballet repertory.

Don’t miss more dance in 2025 including: Oti Mabuse Viva Carnival | Fri 20 Jun

Burn the Floor presents: Dianne and Vito – Red Hot & Ready | Fri 4 Jul

Anton & Giovanni: Together Again | Mon 28 Jul

Let’s Dance

Opeth:

The Last Will and Testament

Fri 28 Feb | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

More than three decades into their career, Opeth have trained their admirers to expect the unexpected. But even by their own standards, the Swedish progressive titans have conjured something extraordinary this time around with the band’s 14th studio exploration, ‘The Last Will and Testament’.

The Jamie Lever Show

Sat 1 Mar | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Jamie Lever is a rising contemporary stand-up comedian and actor. Apart from her growing comedic repertoire, she is known for her roles in Hindi films like ‘Housefull 4’ and ‘Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon’.

Lou

Sanders:

No Kissing in the Bingo Hall

Thu 27 Feb | Town Hall | 8PM

Age restriction: 14+

A show about being human – can you relate? Just like Tom Cruise does all his own stunts, Lou Sanders is going to do all her own jokes! Star of ‘Dancing On Ice’ (ITV), champion of ‘Taskmaster’ (Channel 4), co-host of ‘Mel Giedroyc’s Unforgivable’ (Dave), regular on ‘QI’ (BBC) and more.

Elkie Brooks: The Long Farewell Tour

Fri 28 Feb | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Having started her career in music in 1960, a remarkable 64 years of performing live, Elkie Brooks embarks upon her Long Farewell Tour. A celebration of Elkie’s illustrious awardwinning career in music performing some of her biggest hits including ‘Pearl’s A Singer’, ‘Lilac Wine’ and more, joined of course by her incredible band.

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Mar

Dr Rangan Chatterjee: The Thrive Tour

James Martin: Live

Sat 1 Mar | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Age guidance: Under 14s to be accompanied by an adult 18+

Following four sell-out tours, James Martin Live will see the popular TV chef and best-selling author returning to Symphony Hall combining the perfect ingredients of mouth-watering dishes with his warm Yorkshire wit.

Sun 2 Mar | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Age guidance: 12+

Join Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, host of Europe’s biggest health podcast ‘Feel Better, Live More’, author of 5 Sunday Times Bestselling Books and star of BBC One’s ‘Doctor In The House’ for two hours that will transform the way you feel about your own life.

Chris de Burgh: 50LO

Mon 3 Mar | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Chris de Burgh celebrates a remarkable and rare career milestone during 2024, half a century as a recording artist, and this celebration continues on to 2025.

Discovering Morricone

Wed 5 Mar | Town Hall | 7PM

Experience the enchanting world of Maestro Ennio Morricone, brought to life by Ensemble Symphony Orchestra and led by conductor Giacomo Loprieno. After multiple critically acclaimed tours in Italy, Discovering Morricone debuts in the UK delving into Morricone’s vast repertoire with special guests such as soprano Anna Delfino, a favorite of the European opera audience, and Circle du Soleil’s violinist Attila Simon.

Pretty Vacant: The Story of New Wave and Punk

Tue 4 Mar | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Not many musical explosions define a generation and change music for ever. There was Rock and Roll in 1956, Beatlemania in 1963, Flower Power in 1967, The birth of Rock in 1970 and then there was… Punk and New Wave. Actor and musician, Kevin Kennedy, will be joining the show ‘Pretty Vacant –The Story of Punk and New Wave’ on stage as the narrator.

An Evening with Mary Chapin Carpenter, Julie Fowlis & Karine Polwart

Mon 3 Mar | Town Hall | 7:30PM

An evening with Mary Chapin Carpenter, Julie Fowlis, and Karine Polwart performing with their band, playing songs from their new album ‘Looking For The Thread’ and from across their catalogues.

John Shuttleworth

Thu 6 Mar | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Jazz Sabbath

Wed 5 Mar | Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space | 7:30PM

A jazz trio from the UK that plays (instrumental) jazz interpretations of Black Sabbath songs. Helmed by pianist Adam Wakeman (Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne’s solo band since 2004), Jazz Sabbath explores the boundaries between jazz and the songs that defined heavy metal. Echoing already present jazz riffs and discovering new ones.

Radio 4 favourite, comedy legend, and ‘the 42nd best reason to love Britain’ (The Telegraph) John Shuttleworth, is back with more hilarious stories and songs performed on his trusty Yamaha organ (with built-in auto accompaniment!) in Raise The Oof John celebrates 40 years in showbiz. Yes, it was 1985 when he met TV’s Clarinet Man – next door neighbour Ken Worthington who came last on New Faces in 73 (Tony Hatch crucified him!)

B:Music Meets... Fury

This feature is part of the B:Music Meets series: shining a spotlight on local artists and supporting live music from across the globe and around the corner.

If you’re into Download and Bloodstock you’ll know Fury, if not, they’re probably the best metal band you’ve never heard of. The (mainly) Birmingham-based band perform original music ranging from soft rock to heavy metal with catchy lyrics, banging beats, powerful vocals and insanely good guitar riffs.

Last year Fury supported Motorhead guitarist Phil Campbell and his band, the Bastard Sons, on tour in mainland Europe, a crazy ride in every way with 13-hour drives across countries in an old van between performances, sold out shows and passionate converts to their unique sound.

On touring with Phil Campbell

JJ: You have to take the opportunities when they come because if you turn that down you don’t know when the next one’s gonna come along.

Nyah: I said ‘dash the job just dash it just if I quit, I quit. Let’s go’.

On Music Videos

Tom: We grew up watching music videos on things like MTV, those channels don’t exist in the same way anymore.

Becky: We started to take ourselves more seriously. Here’s the album, an extensive tour, professional music videos. We didn’t know how hard this was for a small band, so we just did it. It feels like we’re kind of in our stride.

On Lockdown

Nyah: We went to release the album, that was when the first lockdown happened. Tour cancelled. Everything cancelled. Everyone shut inside.

JJ: It was very disheartening because we’d done all this work. But we decided to go forward with the album release anyway. In a strange way it kind of worked for us. We were able to get online and live stream. It wasn’t a good thing. And then it was everything.

On Keeping Going

Becky: It’s the fan response. The tours keep getting better. Just when we’re starting to think ‘man it’s so frustrating being an unsigned band, why is the industry not really giving us the attention we feel like we deserve, this is the last time we bloody try this’ we’ll have a great show. There’ll be something on the horizon, a great tour, a cool song. There’s always a carrot at the end of the stick. And, you know, we like spending time together!

JJ: If we can basically make a living of doing this, I think that is incredible. For an original hard rock/heavy metal band in this day and age. That will be a testament to the work we’ve put in.

Interview: Eva Phillips

Photography: Ibi Keita

Mar

Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons

Fri 7 Mar | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Age guidance: 14+

Jason Manford’s been busy since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit. A Manford All Seasons is Jason’s latest comic offering set to hit the road and is sure to be ‘expert observational comedy’ (The Guardian) mixed with ‘comic gold’ (Mail on Sunday).

Andy Zaltzman: The Zaltgeist

Fri 7 Mar | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Age restriction: 14+ (May contain strong language)

With the 3rd millennium almost 2.5% complete, Andy Zaltzman, one of the UK’s leading satirical comedians, assesses the state of Planet Earth and its most famous and controversial species –the human race.

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2025

Sat 8 Mar | Town Hall | 2:30PM & 7:30PM

The Banff Mountain Film Festival is back with a brand-new line-up of captivating short films packed with extreme journeys, intriguing characters and stunning cinematography. Join the world’s top outdoor filmmakers and adventurers as they traverse through the wildest corners of the planet!

CBSO 2024/25: It’s a Living Thing –

The Music of Jeff Lynne’s ELO

Sat 8 Mar | Symphony Hall | 7:30pm

Come and celebrate Brummie legends, Electric Light Orchestra, and their catalogue of classic chart hits written by co-founder of the band, Jeff Lynne. Richard Balcombe conducts a full symphony orchestra, the CBSO Chorus and two amazing singers. More information about B:Music’s resident orchestra and further CBSO concerts can be found at cbso.co.uk

Ex Cathedra 2024/25: Latin American Baroque – Ritual 1631

Sun 9 Mar | Town Hall | 4PM

Singers, harp, guitar, bajón, strings, winds and percussion revel in this colourful music sung in Latin, Spanish, Nahuatl and Quechuan – the languages of the Aztecs and Incas –as Ex Cathedra explore this glorious fusion of musical styles from Africa, the Americas and Europe.

Kris Drever & Chris Stout

Wed 12 Mar | Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space | 7:30PM

Kris Drever and Chris Stout are icons of the Scottish roots culture and two of the most powerful contemporary voices to sing out of it in the last quarter century. Both come from the Northern Isles (Kris from Orkney and Chris from Shetland) and represent the strength of those identities in the music they inhabit.

Brit Floyd Wish You Were Here

50th Anniversary World Tour

Sun 9 Mar

Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Brit Floyd returns to the stage with their biggest and most spectacular production to date, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s classic album ‘Wish You Were Here’, complete with a stunning laser and light show, iconic circular screen, inflatables and theatrics.

The two-and-a-half hour plus show will also feature classic tracks from Pink Floyd’s magnificent catalogue of albums, including ‘The Dark Side of the Moon’, ‘The Division Bell’ and much more along with their very special guest musician, Harry Waters.

Badly Drawn Boy: Performing ‘The Hour of the Bewilderbeast’

Thu 13 Mar | Town Hall | 7:30PM

As Badly Drawn Boy, Damon Gough puts a fresh spin on the traditions of Nick Drake, Harry Nilsson, John Lennon, and other classic singer/songwriters. When he emerged in the late ‘90s, his intricate, lilting melodies, quirky but heartfelt lyrics, and offbeat production touches fit in with the experimental pop fringe of artists like Scott 4 and the Beta Band, but Gough soon defined himself as a remarkable talent with 2000’s ‘The Hour of Bewilderbeast’, his Mercury Prize-winning debut album.

Jazz Emu: Knight Fever

Wed 12 Mar | Town Hall | 8PM Age guidance: Under 14s to be accompanied by an adult 18+

Musical supernova Jazz Emu (The Guardian’s breakout comedy act of 2023) is coming to Town Hall with his hotly anticipated brand-new show, Knight Fever, alongside his full live band, ‘The Cosmique Perfectión’. Following his run at the Soho Theatre & Edinburgh Festival Fringe, this tour will feature brand new songs, and an appearance from the King himself.

“I was always obsessed with stretchyfaced character actors growing up –Mike Myers, Jim Carrey, Dawn French, Will Ferrell – and always hoped I’d give it a go,” says Archie Henderson, the writer and creator of the musical comedy character Jazz Emu. “The character of a self-indulgent musician came from wanting to find a semi-ironic outlet for the electropop songs I started writing in my bedroom in my early twenties.” He adds, as an aside: “I couldn’t quite face releasing anything earnest, and the character was a great mask for any sincerity.” The character and his music continued to grow during lockdown. “I wrote more and more comedy songs in the character as a way to entertain myself, and I hoped others, through a boring time. I got addicted to expanding the character and his world and didn’t stop.” Since then, Archie has worked to bring Jazz Emu to the stage and has sold out tours in Australia and at the Soho Theatre in London.

How would you describe your music in one sentence?

“A sonically unapologetic and lyrically unwavering tribute to the concept of More is More.”

“All sorts,” says Archie when asked about where he draws inspiration from. “But when I started producing music, I was really trying to emulate RnB producers I was enjoying listening to in the mid-2010s like Jungle and Jai Paul, and big hitters from the olden days like Prince.” It turns out inspiration is as unpredictable as his alter-ego. “Sadly, or maybe happily, my style was far too influenced by listening to stupid bands from the 60s and 70s like Scaffold, and old variety acts like Flanders & Swann, and Flight of The Conchords, and Paul McCartney whenever he’s being a cheeky whimsical guy. The result was, I guess, the monstrosity that is Jazz Emu’s particular concoction of goofy-RnB.” The music evolves, though, and with more projects in the works, it’s back to the drawing board for the award-winning writer and musician.

“More recently I’ve got into studying the genius of songwriters, especially Bowie, Kate Bush, and more Prince and McCartney, to harvest their stylings and try and improve the shape of my songs.”

He’s set to take over the Town Hall stage with his new show ‘Knight Fever’ on Wednesday 12 March. “It’s been one of the biggest learnings of doing this project, just how precisely you have to craft an idea for the context or format in which it’s going to be received. I’ve written full songs, with classic pop structure, which work well for someone listening on Spotify while they make eggs, or onstage with a band and a standing audience.”

Interview: Lerah Mae Barcenilla Photography: Dylan Woodley

He adds: “For these I’ll usually start with the musical idea first – a chorus melody and a beat which I’ll then find the funny idea to write over it. Other times I’ve made short funny songs from a single funny idea which I put to music.”

It seems to be an intricate balance, this process of combining music and comedy in the context of live performance. “As soon as you put either of these onstage in front of a seated comedy audience, they’re either not dense and gag-packed enough, or so dense and loud as to be unintelligible.”

This craft and considering different approaches in writing music to fit the space, shines through with Jazz Emu. “Live comedy songs need a different rhythm and structure completely, really –with more twists and turns and space for the audience to inhale and then exhale through their mouth and/or nose depending on the joke’s success.”

He describes his visual album, ‘Ego Death’, as “a 30-minute comedy concept album extravaganza starring some pretty amazing people including Harry Enfield and Alex Horne.” He’ll be coming to Town Hall on Wednesday 12 March bringing his comedy show with his live band, The Cosmique Perfectión. “It weaves my best and catchiest songs into the silliest of narratives, about Jazz Emu’s ambition to finally become a Knight of the Realm at the hands of His Majesticity. It’s an extremely fun and sensorily stimulating experience.”

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Jenny Eclair:

Brand New Memoir Show

Fri 14 Mar | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Age restriction: 14+

Still gigging to sell-out crowds forty years later, Jenny invites you to look back at what she can remember before she forgets everything. Warning, punk poetry, animal impressions and baritone nursery rhyme singing may feature.

Levellers Collective + Ian Prowse

Thu 13 Mar

Symphony Hall | 7PM

Age guidance: Under 14s to be accompanied by an adult 18+

The Collective live shows, and albums, came about after the Levellers decided to do something a bit different with their extensive back catalogue in 2018. Together with members of fellow Brighton group

The Moulettes, they went on to record two albums radically reworking their songs – with producer John Leckie (We The Collective) and Sean Lakeman (Together All The Way).

Crooners

Sat 15 Mar | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Packed with personality and humour, Crooners brings your much-loved Big Band hits to the stage with a brand new show chock full of hilarious one liners, laugh out loud silliness and a splendiferous injection of Big Band swing as they weave their way through an impressive back catalogue of hits including ‘Come Fly With Me’, ‘Fly Me to the Moon’, ‘Mack the Knife’, ‘My Way’, ‘That’s Life’ and many, many more.

Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny

Sat 15 Mar | Symphony Hall | 8PM

Age restriction: 16+

If you like fast-paced, edgy one-liners then get ready to be happy.

Jimmy Carr is going back on tour with his brand-new show Laughs Funny.

Kim Wilde

Fri 14 Mar | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Age guidance: Under 14s to be accompanied by an adult 18+

Kim Wilde and her band will be embarking on the Closer Tour. Playing the legendary ‘Close’ album as well as songs from the upcoming ‘Closer’ album and of course her earlier hits. Kim has earned her reputation as a formidable live performer and her band are one the most exciting acts to watch in 2025. Expect to hear – ‘You Came’, ‘You Keep Me Hangin’ On’, ‘Never Trust a Stranger’, ‘Stone’, ‘Chequered Love’ and of course, ‘Kids In America’! Plus special guests Cutting Crew.

The Repair Shop Live: Secrets From The Barn

Mon 17 Mar | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

The Repair Shop is stepping out of the barn and onto the stage for an exciting new live tour! This captivating live show will feature Steve Fletcher, Suzie Fletcher, Will Kirk and Kirsten Ramsay. Join the experts as they share heartfelt anecdotes, cherished memories, and behind-the-scenes stories and secrets from life inside the barn, guaranteed to entertain and inspire.

Mark and Lard

Sun 16 Mar | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Mark and Lard is the stage name of Mark Radcliffe (Mark) and Marc Riley (Lard), who presented various weekday shows on BBC Radio 1 from 1991 to March 2004. Now, following high level negotiations after a chance meeting between Fat Harry White and Scoff Cruddle at a Bedford Rascal Enthusiasts rally, Mark and Marc have been coaxed back to wrestle once again on the sheepskin rug of light entertainment.

Mar

Jimbo’s Drag Circus

Tue 18 Mar | Town Hall | 8PM Age guidance: 16+

Wardruna

Tue 18 Mar | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Wardruna returns to Symphony Hall following the release of their new song ‘Hertan, Hertan’, the proto-Scandinavian word for heart, is steeped in Wardruna tradition. With this new song, Wardruna announce the beginning of a vibrant new cycle, pulsating with life. The song explores the rhythm of pulse, a flow visible in all forms of life and in nature, and the heart as the rider of decisions. With support from Jo Quail.

Get ready for an evening of outrageous characters and adult humour starring Canada’s own Jimbo from RuPaul’s ‘Drag Race All Stars 8’ and Canada’s ‘Drag Race’ where his outstanding performance, shocking elimination and iconic exit created an immediate fan favourite.

Fastlove: The Tribute to George Michael

Sat 22 Mar | Symphony Hall | 8PM

Direct from London’s West End, this is the world’s favourite George Michael celebration! This show has it all, the power, emotion, and star quality with full video and light show, as we respectfully recreate the soundtrack to your life.

Leo Green & The Icons Orchestra: Celebrating the Songs of The Rolling Stones

Fri 21 Mar | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Celebrate the music of The Rolling Stones with Leo Green & The Icons Orchestra, the most explosive rock ‘n’ roll orchestra in the UK along with their incredible singers. The songs performed on the night will cover the incredible catalogue of songs from the world’s greatest Rock ‘n Roll band – from the 1960s classics that defined a soundtrack for the decade.

Max Amini

John Cale: POPtical Illusion Tour

Sun 23 Mar | Town Hall | 7:30PM

John Cale has always been a musician of the times, helping to usher in titanic shifts in sound and culture. Once again, on new album ‘POPtical Illusion’, Cale stands as a musician of these times.

Mon 24 Mar | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Step into the electric world of comedy sensation Max Amini! Since bursting onto the scene in Los Angeles in 2002, he’s captured the hearts of tens of thousands of fans worldwide. Join us in a hilarious evening as Max unleashes his trademark wit and charm, taking on life’s absurdities and delivering nonstop amusement.

Alina Bzhezhinska & Tony Kofi

Wed 26 Mar

Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space | 8PM

Harpist Alina Bzhezhinska joins tenor saxophonist Tony Kofi in a duo that unites the music styles of the Ukraine and West Africa through the language of jazz and the harmony between the harp and the saxophone. Their album Altera Vita pays tribute to the great saxophonist Pharoah Sanders and presents beautifully ethereal music.

Matt Goss: The Hits & More

Tue 25 Mar | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Age guidance: 14+

From the award-winning musician who bought you ‘When Will I Be Famous’, Matt Goss, ‘The New King of Las Vegas’, will bring sensational songs, and an electric atmosphere that promises to be the biggest and best night out with this celebrated artist.

Trevor Francis Memorial Concert: Hosted by Jasper Carrott

Thu 27 Mar | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Hosted by comedian and lifelong Bluenose Jasper Carrott, this unforgettable event will feature a surprise all-star lineup, paying tribute to the icon whose legacy lives on in the hearts of all Blues supporters, Trevor Francis.

Milton Jones: Ha!Milton

Thu 27 Mar | Town Hall | 7:30PM Age restriction: 16+

This is not a musical. Milton Jones is tone deaf and has no sense of rhythm, but at least he doesn’t make a song and dance about it. You might know him from ‘Mock the Week’, ‘Live at the Apollo’ or ‘Radio 4’. Or that time he stood for the Scottish National Party, fought a hard campaign, but in the end had to respect the wishes of the people of Cardiff.

How to Train Your Dragon: In Concert

Fri 28 Mar | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Age guidance: Film rating PG

When a young Viking defies tradition and befriends a ferocious dragon, together they must fight against all odds to save both their worlds. Featuring John Powell’s Oscar®-nominated score performed live to picture, How to Train Your Dragon: Film with Orchestra is a thrilling experience for all ages.

Nashville Sounds in the Round

Sat 29 Mar | Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space | 11:30AM Birmingham’s premier country songwriter night Nashville Sounds In The Round in partnership with B:Music! Hosted by multi award-winning Gasoline & Matches, artists are invited to tell the stories behind their songs in a Bluebird Café style ‘In The Round’ session, stripping the songs back to their origins and transporting the audience right back to the writing rooms.

The People’s Orchestra presents ‘Back To The Movies’

Sun 30 Mar | Symphony Hall | 3PM

Age guidance: Child tickets must be accompanied by an adult 18+

The People’s Orchestra Charity ensembles will take to the Symphony Hall stage for a massed orchestra and choir performance celebrating the timeless power of film music featuring performers from The People’s Orchestra and The People’s Show Choirs.

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Apr

Olly Alexander: Up Close & Polari

Wed 2 Apr | Town Hall | 7:30PM

David Gray

Tue 1 Apr | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

British singer-songwriter David Gray’s ‘White Ladder’ proved to be the catalyst for huge critical and commercial success. As a multi-Platinum selling and Ivor Novello-winning album, the iconic release made David Gray a household name –a position he has since sustained more than 20 years later.

Entering a brand-new solo era, Olly Alexander’s influence on pop culture shines bright. As Years & Years, Olly scored two #1 UK albums, 10 UK Top 40 singles, and was awarded the BRIT Billion Award with 6.5 billion streams globally.

Mike and The Mechanics

Fri 4 Apr | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Originally formed in 1985 by Mike Rutherford “as a side project to Genesis”, Mike + The Mechanics originally featured Paul Young and Paul Carrack as frontmen, and together, they achieved huge commercial success throughout the 80s and 90s achieving number ones all over the world and going on to sell over 10 million albums.

An Evening with Phil Rosenthal of ‘Somebody Feed Phil’

Fri 4 Apr | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Phil Rosenthal is the award-winning creator, executive producer, and host of ‘Somebody Feed Phil’, one of Netflix’s most popular food and travel shows now in its eighth season, as well as a 2x New York Times Best Selling Author.

Andy & The Odd Socks

Sat 5 Apr | Town Hall | 12PM & 4PM

Come and rock out with Andy and the Odd Socks! Join Andy, Moxy, Rio, Blu and Cousin Mac and sing along with all their favourite songs from the smash hit CBBC TV show ‘Andy and the Band’! Join the ‘Odd Socks’ as they bring their brilliant madcap mix of songs, slapstick comedy and silliness to life with a show to entertain families of all ages.

TommyInnit: Survival

The Moody Blues’ John Lodge

Sun 6 Apr | Town Hall | 7:45PM

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, legendary bass player, songwriter, and vocalist of The Moody Blues, John Lodge. The year 2025 marks the 58th anniversary of the iconic ‘Days of Future Passed’ album, a record that changed John’s life and the world of music.

Tue 8 Apr | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

The Survival Tour, is Tom Simons, aka TommyInnit, as you have never seen him before; half stand-up, half interview with a special guest from the world of YouTube. Lots of shows make you laugh, clap and cheer – this one might actually save your life.

Kurtis Conner: The Goodfellow

Thu 10 Apr | Town Hall | 8PM

Age guidance: Under 14s to be accompanied by an adult 18+ Kurtis Conner is back on the road with his biggest project yet –The Goodfellow World Tour. A sell-out performer, podcaster, and global YouTube sensation, Conner is bringing his freshest, funniest material yet to the stage.

Midday Mantra: Vaisakhi Celebration

Sat 12 Apr | Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space | 1PM

Sampad’s Midday Mantra series stands as a celebration of South Asian musical traditions, enriching cultural experiences for audiences. In collaboration with B:Music, this programme encapsulates classical, folk, and contemporary styles, creating a captivating blend of world-class performances.

CBSO Explores: Legacy with Punch Records

Sat 12 Apr | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Age recommendation: 16+ (music may contain explicit language and adult themes.)

A collaboration between CBSO and Punch Records, Legacy is a celebration of the city’s music scene, including live performances by 15 of Birmingham’s leading music icons alongside the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra led by the multi-award winning conductor; Phil Meadows.

The Smartest Giant in Town

Sat 12 – Sun 13 Apr | Town Hall | 1PM & 4PM

Suitable for all ages

Based on the bestselling book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. George wishes he wasn’t the scruffiest giant in town. So when he sees a new shop selling giant-sized clothes, he decides it’s time for a new look: smart trousers, smart shirt, stripy tie, shiny shoes. Now he’s the smartest giant in town... until he bumps into some animals who desperately need his help – and his clothes! This heart-warming tale about friendship and helping those in need is brought to life in a musical, puppet-filled adventure.

National Youth Orchestra: To the Beat

Mon 14 Apr | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Experience the unforgettable as The National Youth Orchestra performs the greatest orchestral music of all time with the limitless energy of a new generation. They will bring Stravinsky’s Petrushka to life, with shifting rhythms and harmonies dancing between each instrument, creating an intoxicating world of sound.

Imelda May

Tue 15 Apr | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Born and raised in The Liberties area of Dublin, Imelda May has become one of the UK & Ireland’s most celebrated female artists. A true creative, Imelda immerses herself in art across many forms, as a singer, songwriter, actor, producer, poet, illustrator and storyteller.

The Musical Box Performs Genesis Live 1973

Wed 16 Apr | Town Hall | 8PM

A haunting album cover reveals the unique and dramatic world of Genesis on stage, released as ‘Genesis Live’ (1973).

The audience would witness for the first time Peter Gabriel’s antics and mysterious costumes adorning ‘Supper’s Ready’. This show has acquired a cult-like following amongst Genesis fans and is considered the quintessential early Genesis performance.

Craig Revel Horwood

Sun 20 Apr | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Craig Revel Horwood, the longest-serving judge on BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing, is the master of the Glitter Ball. After starting as a dancer, he worked on the nation’s biggest musicals and became a choreographer, director, and best-selling author.

Craig’s also a remarkable singer, and to celebrate the release of his debut solo album, ‘Revelations’, he’ll reveal his own, hidden talent during a Fab-U-Lous night of big songs, tall tales, and glamour.

The ‘Million Dollar Bash’: Ashley Hutchings 80th Birthday Celebration

Fri 18 Apr | Town Hall | 7PM

“Ashley Hutchings is the single most important figure in English folk rock,” so says Bob Dylan who refers to him as ‘Million Dollar Ash’. With a line-up curated by Ashley’s son Blair Dunlop, the concert will feature a host of artists representing many of the bands and collaborations that Ashley masterminded and nurtured over a career spanning six decades.

Apr

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac

Mon 21 Apr – Tue 22 Apr | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Channeling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time.

Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups.

Hawkwind: No Space for Us

Sun 20 Apr | Symphony Hall | 7:45PM

Legendary space rock pioneers Hawkwind return to Symphony Hall in support of their current studio album ‘Stories From Time And Space’. Their 36th studio album stands as an outstanding progression to the space-age, trademark Hawkwind sound and a superb addition to their varied and celebrated catalogue. Famed for their spellbinding live concerts and laser shows, the group will perform tracks from their over 50-year career, alongside new material.

Gregory Porter

Wed 23 Apr – Thu 24 Apr | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Gregory has become one of the most successful jazz vocalists of his generation. With a voice that has been described as “liquid gold,” Gregory Porter has captivated audiences around the world with his soulful baritone and deeply emotional performances. His unique blend of jazz, soul, and gospel has earned him critical acclaim and huge global success.

Gregory’s return to the UK is a testament to his enduring appeal and his status as one of the most important voices in contemporary music.

Just My Imagination: The Music of The Temptations

Sun 27 Apr | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Celebrating 60 years since the release of the unforgettable smash-hit ‘My Girl’, get ready to embark on a musical journey with first-class vocals and musicianship, authentic costumes and mesmerising choreography with the most successful Motown group in history.

Anastacia: Not That Kind

Mon 28 Apr | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Join Anastacia in this celebration, 25 years since her debut studio album. With a voice that resonates across continents, Anastacia is a musical force to be reckoned with. With special guest Casey McQuillen.

Lionel: The Music of Lionel Richie Sat 26 Apr | Town Hall | 7:30PM

Following his appearances with Lionel Richie himself on ITV’s ‘Sunday Night at The Palladium’ and the ‘Graham Norton Show’ for the BBC, Malcolm Pitt delivers a powerhouse and breathtaking performance in this high-octane show celebrating the music of Lionel Richie and the Commodores. This award winning five-star production also features a stellar line-up of world class musicians including musical director, Jonny Miller from Talon.

Top Gun: Maverick – In Concert

Sun 27 Apr | Symphony Hall | 7:30PM

Age guidance: Film Cert 12A Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult

Experience the Academy Award® winning blockbuster on the big screen, with Lorne Balfe, Harold Faltermeyer, Lady Gaga and Hans Zimmer’s epic score performed live-to-picture by the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Ben Palmer.

Sneak Peek at shows coming soon

Full listings available at bmusic.co.uk

Omid Djalili: Namaste

Fri 16 May

Town Hall

Age guidance: 16+

Sounds Of The 60s Live: Hosted By Tony Blackburn OBE

Wed 7 May

Aljaz & Janette: A Night to Remember

Fri 23 May Symphony Hall

Robin Trower

Sun 18 May Town Hall

Wolf

Hall

in Concert

With original music performed by Debbie Wiseman and readings by Anton Lesser.

Fri 30 May

Town Hall

Age guidance: TV Show rated 15

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Mr M Archer, Anita Bhalla OBE, Mr & Mrs Bentley, Mr Ross Browning, Mr & Mrs H Buckingham, Paul & Dee Cocking, Mrs Teresa Cook, Mrs E Cooke, Mr J Cunningham-Dexter, Mr N & Mrs P Cunningham-Dexter, Lady G Curtis, Mr R & Mrs C Evans, Mr R Guest, Mr & Mrs Martyn R Hale, Mr Philip Harrison, Mr Peter How, Mr Ian Illes, Dr Johnston, Dr & Mrs D Kett, Mr K Martin, Mr & Mrs P Maskell, Mr David R.Mayes OBE, Mrs E Murray, David Owens, Mr Robert Pockney, Ms K Porter, Glenda Quin, Mr Jim Quinn, Mr J Redshaw, Mr Graham Russell, Mrs J Rutter, Mr K Stokes-Smith, Mr & Mrs Stormont, Mr & Mrs G Tovell, Mr Neville Trumper, Mr & Mrs Verrion, Dr Diana & Mr Peter Wardley, Mr A Watson, Mr M Wilkes, Mr & Mrs Willis, Mr A J Woodfield and anonymous supporters.

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