WHAT’S ON MAY JULY 2017
ENTERTAINMENT POP ROCK FAMILIES JAZZ FOLK WORLD ROOTS
WELCOME Welcome to your May – July Town Hall Symphony Hall guide for Rock, Pop, Entertainment, Jazz, Folk, World Roots and Families. HOW TO BOOK
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STEVE HACKETT GENESIS REVISITED WITH CLASSIC HACKETT MONDAY 1 MAY 7:30PM SYMPHONY HALL Limited Availability Former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett’s total experience continues with an exciting new show! Following the success of his last tour, Steve and his band are returning with a different Genesis / solo set, including several gems from Genesis album Wind and Wuthering celebrating its 40th anniversary, along with big favourites such as The Musical Box.
The Musical Box, internationally acclaimed for its historical re-enactment of early Genesis works, is coming to Symphony Hall on FRIDAY 13 OCTOBER 8PM to perform The Black Show, featuring classic songs from all of the early albums. Exclusively licensed by Peter Gabriel and Genesis, The Musical Box has performed for more than a million spectators worldwide, and has had the privilege of receiving Phil Collins and Steve Hackett from Genesis as performing guests.
RUSSELL WATSON AND HIS ORCHESTRA WEDNESDAY 3 MAY 8PM
SYMPHONY HALL Four time Brit Classical Awards winner Russell Watson performs at Symphony Hall in his first tour since the release of his new FOD album True Stories. Watson, the only artist ever to be No 1 in the Classical Charts in the US and the UK at the same time, will be performing songs from True Stories together with a selection of greatest hits from his illustrious career.
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OMID DJALILI SCHMUCK FOR A NIGHT FRIDAY 5 MAY 8PM SYMPHONY HALL Award winning comedian and actor Omid Djalili, known for his legendary stand-up performances, is back at Symphony Hall! Intelligent, sometimes provocative and always entertaining, his stand-up is a hugely energetic and captivating comedy masterclass. Earning praise across the world for his performances Omid recently starred in Dickensian BBC1 and Lucky Man Sky1.
“Confident, engaging, thoughtful show... did someone say National Treasure?� The Metro
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MNOZIL BRASS – FAMILY
MNOZIL BRASS – CIRQUE
TOWN HALL
TOWN HALL
Like Mr Bean? Like Monty Python? Like Family Entertainment? Join the hilarious Mnozil Brass for a unique Birmingham exclusive; a one hour family concert at Town Hall, guaranteed to leave both you and your little ones enthralled.
Limited Availability
SATURDAY 6 MAY 2:30PM
SATURDAY 6 MAY 7:30PM
Mnozil Brass will be plumbing the depths of their instruments as always to entertain you through their BRAND NEW SHOW Cirque.
FRIDAY 22 – SUNDAY 24 SEPTEMBER A free weekend festival that fills Birmingham city-centre with performances from world-class musicians, dancers and artists. Birmingham Weekender is produced by Culture Central, the new collective voice and development organisation for culture in Birmingham. www.birminghamweekender.com
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SOWETO KINCH NONAGRAM
THE ROBERT CRAY BAND
CBSO CENTRE
TOWN HALL
SATURDAY 6 MAY 8PM
SUNDAY 7 MAY 7:30PM
Robert Cray has created a sound that rises from American roots and arrives today both fresh and familiar. In just over 40 years Cray and his band have recorded 20 studio releases, 15 of which have been on the Billboard charts, and played bars, concert halls, festivals and arenas around the world! Robert will be supported by Jeb Loy Nichols.
PROCOL HARUM IN CONCERT THURSDAY 11 MAY 7:30PM
TOWN HALL
Multi award-winning saxophonist, MC, composer and broadcaster Soweto Kinch leads his quartet through music from his new album NONAGRAM. The album concept revolves around a nine-sided wheel or nonagon with each musical point along the wheel exploring a feature of different numbers or shapes. Jazzlines are delighted to present this band featuring Birmingham musicians Nick Jurd and Reuben James alongside Ed Richardson on drums.
One of the most important bands in the history of British music Procol Harum perform at Town Hall as part of their very special UK tour in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the band.
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THE SOUND OF MUSICALS THURSDAY 11 MAY 7:30PM SYMPHONY HALL London Concert Orchestra Richard Balcombe Conductor Louise Dearman Hannah Waddingham Tim Howar Oliver Tompsett
A concert packed full of show stopping hits from the world’s best-loved musicals, performed by four star soloists from the West End. Including songs from; Jesus Christ Superstar, Kiss Me Kate, Sunset Boulevard, Oliver!, Les Misérables, Mamma Mia, Oklahoma, Chicago, Chess and Evita.
ADAM ANT SINGLES COLLECTION FRIDAY 12 MAY 7:30PM SATURDAY 13 MAY 7:30PM SYMPHONY HALL Following the hugely successful Kings of the Wild Frontier tour earlier this year, Adam Ant performs at Symphony Hall as part of Anthems: The Singles Tour.
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A FOLK FESTIVAL OF THE
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FRIDAY 12 MAY 7:30PM SATURDAY 13 -MAY 7:30PM FRIDAY 12 SUNDAY 14 MAY TOWN HALL Imagined Isle is BACK and better than ever! Featuring a specially curated lineup of nationally and internationally renowned artists, alongside profiling local and emerging talents, Imagined Isle celebrates the unique voices and sounds of folk, set against the iconic backdrop of Birmingham’s historic Town Hall. Weekend Ticket £58* *T and Cs apply
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DAN WALSH THE FOLK ENSEMBLE RUSTY SHACKLE THE FAIR RAIN URBAN FOLK QUARTET FAIRPORT CONVENTION BENJI KIRKPATRICK RABSCALLION JON BODEN MICHAEL KING 9
URBAN FOLK NIGHT FEAT. DAN WALSH, THE FOLK ENSEMBLE, THE FAIR RAIN, URBAN FOLK QUARTET & RUSTY SHACKLE FRIDAY 12 MAY 7:45PM TOWN HALL Treat yourself to an all-folk extravaganza as the best in urban folk come together for a night of high-energy level performances, catchy tunes and rhythmic fusions. Featuring one of the finest banjo players in the UK, Dan Walsh, the UK’s premiere folk big band, celebrating their 20th anniversary, The Folk Ensemble, cinematic Birmingham septet The Fair Rain, the captivating high energy The Urban Folk Quartet, and Welsh indie folk roots band Rusty Shackle, it is sure to be a night not to miss!
FAMILY CEILIDH WITH RABSCALLION SATURDAY 13 MAY 10:30AM TOWN HALL A plethora of blazing tunes propelled by their dynamic rhythm section, Rabscallion are one of the UK’s premiere ceilidh bands. The onus is on fun! The caller will have anyone within earshot of their bouncing Irish, Scottish and Appalachian melodies on their feet from the word go, to join in the barn dance mayhem.
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FAIRPORT CONVENTION50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR
SUPPORT FROM BENJI KIRKPATRICK SATURDAY 13 MAY 7:30PM TOWN HALL Enjoy an evening of musical celebration with Fairport Convention at this golden anniversary concert. To mark its fiftieth year the band will play a selection of tracks from the new album 50:50@50, plus longestablished favourites from their extensive repertoire. Fairport Convention’s line-up is Simon Nicol on guitar and vocals, Dave Pegg on bass guitar, Chris Leslie on fiddle, mandolin and vocals, Ric Sanders on violin and Gerry Conway on drums and percussion. Fairport Convention will be supported by the wonderful songwriter and musician Benji Kirkpatrick (Faustus and Bellowhead).
JON BODEN
PAINTED LADY TOUR- PART TWO SUPPORT FROM MICHAEL KING SUNDAY 14 MAY 2:30PM TOWN HALL Best known as the lead singer of progressive folk big band Bellowhead, Jon Boden has launched a successful solo career. In this compelling live show, Jon will not just showcase his instrumental talents on fiddle and concertina, but also on guitar and trademark electrified ‘stomp box’. Jon will be supported by Michael King, the chief songwriter and front man of Birmingham band, Boat to Row.
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SUKANYA MONDAY 15 MAY 7:30PM SYMPHONY HALL Ravi Shankar’s only opera: a mythical love story told through music & dance. Taken from the legendary Sanskrit texts of the - Mahabharata, the story of Sukanya has been brought to life in this innovative production with music by Indian music legend Ravi Shankar and combines traditional Indian instruments with Western orchestra and singers, conducted by David Murphy.
This performance is directed by Curve Associate Director Suba Das and uniquely unites dance choreographed by the Aakash Odedra Company, production by the Royal Opera House and the musicians of the London Philharmonic Orchestra plus BBC Singers.
This performance is part of Birmingham Classical. For more information on concert package discounts visit www.thsh.co.uk
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ROGER HODGSON, FORMERLY OF SUPERTRAMP
SIMPLE MINDS ACOUSTIC LIVE
THURSDAY 18 MAY 8PM
SUNDAY 21 MAY DOORS AT 7PM, START TIME TBC
SYMPHONY HALL
SYMPHONY HALL
Limited Availability
Limited Availability
The soulful musical genius who put the ‘super’ in Supertramp returns to Symphony Hall.
As a group who formed in the punk era and found their mojo through a shared love of Bowie, Kraftwerk and electronic dance, Simple Minds are not natural acoustic adventurers, but they have done a remarkable job, adding fresh nuance to brilliant songs without trampling on sacred memories.
“It promises to be a very special reunion and celebration” - Roger Hodgson
TERRI LYNE CARRINGTON’S MOSAIC PROJECT LOVE AND SOUL SUNDAY 21 MAY 7:30PM TOWN HALL Grammy award-winning drummer, composer and producer Terri Lyne Carrington performs music from her acclaimed Mosaic Project- Love and Soul, which featured a rotating cast of superb artists including Chaka Khan and Natalie Cole, as part of a UK exclusive two day residency visit to Birmingham. Effortlessly combining R&B and jazz influences she’s joined by a fantastic band featuring China Moses on vocals, Helen Sung on piano, Tineke Postma on sax and Josh Hari on Bass.
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IMELDA MAY PLUS SPECIAL GUEST
MONDAY 22 MAY DOORS AT 7PM, START TIME TBC SYMPHONY HALL
If you don’t know Imelda May, prepare to be amazed. If you are already a fan, get ready to hear her as you never have before. The truly unique artist has found a new groove, exploring blues, soul, gospel, folk, rock, sensitive acoustics, cinematic drama and explosive balladry on a set of the boldest, most personal and intimately autobiographical songs she has ever written.
TOM CHAPLIN PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS TUESDAY 23 MAY DOORS AT 7PM, START TIME TBC
SYMPHONY HALL Limited Availability Following his intimate sold out tour with new album The Wave Tom Chaplin comes to Symphony Hall!
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GRAVITON
THURSDAY 25 MAY 8PM HARE & HOUNDS Known for his work with artists as diverse as Kyle Eastwood, Jamie Cullum, and the London Symphony Orchestra, pianist Andrew McCormack presents his exciting new project Graviton. Combining energetic rock rhythms with beautiful melodies that have been described as a combination of Steve Reich and Tigran Hamasyan.
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SHAKIN’ STEVENS ‘ECHOES OF OUR TIMES’ TOUR 2017 FRIDAY 26 MAY 8PM TOWN HALL Sold out, returns only
PAUL RODGERS CELEBRATES THE MUSIC OF FREE -
FREE SPIRIT UK TOUR 2017 SATURDAY 27 MAY 7:30PM SYMPHONY HALL Limited Availability Paul Rodgers, legendary singer, songwriter and frontman for Free, Bad Company and The Firm heads to Symphony Hall. See him perform songs strictly from the Free catalogue. “What better way to thank the fans for their years and years of devotion to Free than to do this “Free Spirit” UK tour?” Paul Rodgers
ANASTACIA PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS
SUNDAY 28 MAY DOORS AT 7PM, START TIME TBC SYMPHONY HALL Pop legend Anastacia - the mega voice behind massive hits including I’m Outta Love and Left Outside Alone - returns to Symphony Hall. One of the most recognisable voices of our time brings her sensational UK Top 10 Album The Ultimate Collection to our stage – it is certainly not a night to miss!
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PAM ANN - TOUCH PILGRIMAGE – TROLLEY RUN TO GALLEY FOFOULAH / DISTRICTS 20TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR / YOUNG PILGRIMS WEDNESDAY 31 MAY 8PM
FRIDAY 2 JUNE 8:30PM
TOWN HALL
HARE & HOUNDS
The A-List queen of the skies plans to land the Louboutins on international turf and hit the tarmac running, with her celebratory 20th anniversary UK tour.
Join Young Pilgrims and some of the country’s most exciting and creative bands for a night of unadulterated music shenanigans.
Iconic international celebrity air hostess Pam Ann has evolved since first jetting out of her hometown of Melbourne 20 years ago. Pam – the alter-ego of Australian comedianwriter-producer Caroline Reid – has developed cult-status with her masterful portrayal of a brash hot mess of an Australian hostess. She herself says, as the airports got bigger, so did her ego… and her mouth filthier.
This month Pilgrims are joined by Fofoulah, mixing Senegalese voice and West African rhythms with dub basslines, sci-fi synths, raw guitars and intense grooves; and Districts with their personal take on a mix of jazz, pop, and funk.
LEO SAYER
FRIDAY 2 JUNE 7:30PM TOWN HALL
British music legend Leo Sayer is returning to the UK for another series of concerts! With 16 hit albums and 26 hit singles to his credit, Leo Sayer is one of the most successful acts the UK has ever produced and remains hugely popular worldwide. Known over the world for his army of hits, Thunder In My Heart, Moonlighting, One Man Band and I Can’t Stop Loving You, Leo is very excited to be back in his home country and giving his audience an high energy concert of his much loved greatest hits.
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SAINT ETIENNE SUNDAY 4 JUNE DOORS AT 7PM, START TIME TBC TOWN HALL Join Saint Etienne at Town Hall as they perform songs from the new album, Home Counties. The new album has been described as a delicious restatement of their core values – if anything, it’s a more accomplished return to the sound and working methods of the Saint Etienne so many people fell in love with in the early 1990s. What’s remarkable about their latest and ninth album is what might have been expected to be their dotage; instead they are making the best music of their quarter-century career.
RLPO AND THE BOOTLEG BEATLES CELEBRATE SGT. PEPPER AND THE SUMMER OF LOVE TUESDAY 6 JUNE 7:30PM SYMPHONY HALL Limited Availability The award-winning Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and the nation’s premier Beatle group The Bootleg Beatles are delighted to announce they will team up to mark the fiftieth anniversary of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.
Watch this space… The Bootleg Beatles return this coming Christmas on FRIDAY 15 DECEMBER 7:30PM
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JIMMY CARR - THE BEST OF, ULTIMATE GOLD, GREATEST HITS TOUR SATURDAY 10 JUNE 8PM SATURDAY 1 JULY 8PM SATURDAY 8 NOVEMBER 8PM
SYMPHONY HALL Jimmy Carr is gathering a selection of his very best jokes along with brand new material for the ultimate comedy show. A man who has devoted his life to crafting perfect jokes and has left a trail of laughter in his wake, his new tour will distil everything we love to laugh at and be shocked by, into one incredible, unparalleled night of entertainment.
KRAFTWERK 3-D
TUESDAY 13 JUNE DOORS AT 7PM, START TIME TBC SYMPHONY HALL Sold out, returns only
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SONS OF PITCHES SOPTV
THURSDAY 15 JUNE DOORS AT 7PM, START TIME TBC
SYMPHONY HALL
THELONIOUS WITH STEVE CARDENAS CELEBRATING MONK AT 100
Sons of Pitches will be hitting the road again in 2017 with a brand-new specially themed touring show. It will have a unique, never-before seen flavour all of its own! Following on from the incredible successes of their two 2016 tours, where they wowed over 40,000 very satisfied fans, this will be their biggest ever UK tour. So settle down in front of SOPTV and enjoy what should be a great evening’s viewing.
SUPERSONIC FESTIVAL PRESENTS ANNA VON HAUSSWOLFF
THURSDAY 15 JUNE 8PM
FRIDAY 16 JUNE 7PM
CBSO CENTRE
TOWN HALL
Thelonious Monk was one of the most influential musicians in history, recording as a leader on Blue Note and performing alongside the likes of Miles Davis, Charlie Parker and John Coltrane.
The launch of this year’s Supersonic Festival takes place at Town Hall, Birmingham and will be led by the formidable fingertips of Anna Von Hausswolff, seated at the historic 1834 organ.
In celebration of the legendary pianist’s music Martin Speake (alto saxophone), Hans Koller (euphonium, piano), Calum Gourlay (bass) and James Maddren (drums) formed Thelonious, as a monthly residency at London’s Vortex in January 2015, performing from memory Monk’s entire songbook. For this special performance celebrating Monk’s centenary, Thelonious joins forces with New York guitarist and Monk expert Steve Cardenas.
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The classically trained vocalist and composer draws from her background in avant-garde music as well as her love of black metal to create thundering dark clouds of drone and doom, lined with a beguiling light of fragility and emotional sensitivity; a sound unequivocally hers. Part of Supersonic Festival presented by Capsule.
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KEVIN & KAREN DANCE THE LIVE TOUR 2017
SYMPHONY HALL
SYMPHONY HALL
London Concert Orchestra Pete Harrison Conductor Louise Dearman Guest singer Oliver Tompsett Guest singer
Limited Availability
SATURDAY 17 JUNE 7:30PM
Join us for a concert celebrating the UK’s most famous secret service agent, with all the iconic music and songs from over 50 years, including From Russia With Love, Goldfinger, and Diamonds Are Forever. Plus, a tribute to other spies and detectives from around the world from the Pink Panther and Poirot to Hawaii Five-O and The Avengers.
SUNDAY 18 JUNE 3PM
Strictly sweethearts Kevin and Karen Clifton tour the UK for the very first time with their sensational new live show – a sultry, hipswinging journey through the Waltz, Cha Cha, Fox Trot, Tango and Salsa. Plus, a chance for you to enjoy a moment in the spotlight on the Symphony Hall stage... Two lucky audience members will follow in the footsteps of Kevin and Karen, learning a dance and performing it on stage.
IDINA MENZEL
MONDAY 19 JUNE 7:30PM SYMPHONY HALL Idina has captivated audiences at sold-out concerts around the world with her irresistible charm, wit and unparalleled vocal prowess. Following her 2015 sold out performance, Idina will lead audiences through a special journey of songs from idina., as well as other classic pop, musical theatre favourites and her own personal catalogue.
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SPACE SPECTACULAR STAR WARS & BEYOND FRIDAY 23 JUNE 7:30PM SUNDAY 25 JUNE 3PM
SYMPHONY HALL London Concert Orchestra Anthony Inglis Conductor A sensational concert of your favourite music from deep space and beyond in a galaxy of sight and sound, including Apollo 13 and Independence Day, John Williams’ Star Wars, Superman, Close Encounters of the Third Kind and E.T., Holst’s Mars & Jupiter from The Planets, Strauss’ Also Sprach Zarathustra plus Star Trek, Thunderbirds and Battlestar Galactica.
RICK WAKEMAN -
PIANO PORTRAITS IN CONCERT SATURDAY 24 JUNE 8PM
TOWN HALL Limited Availability Currently celebrating his 50th year as a professional musician, keyboard player, songwriter and broadcaster, Rick Wakeman recently made chart history when his Piano Portraits album became the first solo piano album to enter the UK’s Top 10. Rick’s one man shows are extremely popular and consistently sell out – a trend that looks likely to continue with the success of Piano Portraits.
IAN HUNTER & THE RANT BAND SUNDAY 25 JUNE 8PM TOWN HALL As leader of 70s British rock legends Mott The Hoople and a hugely influential solo artist, Ian Hunter is widely revered as one of rock ‘n’ roll’s most compelling performers, as well as one of its most articulate songwriters. Don’t miss this opportunity to see such an iconic legend play at Town Hall.
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BEVERLEY KNIGHT PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS MONDAY 26 JUNE DOORS AT 7PM, START TIME TBC
AN EVENING WITH JACKSON BROWNE TUESDAY 27 JUNE 7:30PM
SYMPHONY HALL
SYMPHONY HALL
Following the release of last year’s acclaimed Top 10 album Soulsville, singer songwriter and actress Beverley Knight joins us at Symphony Hall. She will play a broad set featuring hits from her stellar career, highlights from the Soulsville album as well as a few customary surprises that fans have come expect from her legendary live shows.
Limited Availability Accompanying Jackson on the road for 2017 are longtime bandmates Val McCallum (guitar), Mauricio Lewak (drums), Jeff Young (keyboards), Bob Glaub (bass), Alethea Mills (vocals) and the acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Greg Leisz (guitar, lap steel, pedal steel).
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GLADYS KNIGHT PLUS SUPPORT SUNDAY 2 JULY 7:30PM SYMPHONY HALL Following on from Gladys Knight’s sell-out shows last year, ‘The Empress Of Soul’ and seven-time Grammy Award winning icon performs five UK dates this summer, including taking in the prestigious Symphony Hall, Birmingham!
TONY BENNETT CELEBRATES 90 MONDAY 3 JULY 8PM SYMPHONY HALL The legendary, 19 times Grammy Awardwinning singer, Tony Bennett returns to Symphony Hall for the 10th time this July. Tony has performed to over 17,000 adoring fans in our hall since his first visit in 1996, and he can’t wait to come back:
“The audiences in Birmingham are exceptionally warm and welcoming and they are so fortunate to have this beautiful Symphony Hall right in their home town … one of my favorite places to perform…”
COMMUNITY SPIRIT
SUNDAY 9 JULY 6PM SYMPHONY HALL
Join us as we celebrate some of the best choirs and amazing local talent and take you on a journey through music and genres ranging from folk to pop and classical to gospel. Prepare to be stunned by unforgettable voices from your community delivered alongside our renowned Associate Artists, Black Voices. This is quite simply not to be missed! Plus free foyer gig from 4:30PM - 5:30PM
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THE SPOOKY MEN’S CHORALE
FRIDAY 14 JULY 7:30PM TOWN HALL
The Spooky Men’s Chorale are the gift that keeps on giving. The manchoir, armed with no more than their impressively cavernous vocal chords, have been gleefully wooing audiences throughout the United Kingdom.
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ARE PROUD TO PRESENT
GREG JAMES AND CHRIS SMITH
SHAPLA SALIQUE
SUNDAY 16 JULY 10:30AM
SUNDAY 23 JULY 7PM DOORS OPEN AT 6PM
SYMPHONY HALL
TOWN HALL
THSH and Foyles are proud to welcome Radio 1 stars Greg James and Chris Smith, as they present their debut children’s book, Kid Normal.
After a spellbinding sold out performance at the world famous Wilton’s Music Hall, Lalon Queen Shapla Salique and her Jazz band perform live for the very first time at Town Hall, Birmingham.
Kid Normal tells the story of Murph Cooper. When he rocks up to his new school several weeks into the beginning of term, he can’t help but feel a bit out of his depth, because his mum has enrolled him at a school for superheroes by mistake… But just because Murph doesn’t have superpowers, it doesn’t mean he can’t save the day! Please note that your ticket will also entitle you to a copy of the book, Kid Normal, which can be collected from the Foyles stand on the night, or from Foyles, Grand Central Birmingham for up to 14 days after the event. This event will be signed by a British Sign Language Interpreter.
Shapla is one of Britain’s most successful British-Bangladeshi artists, mixing traditional Bengali music with jazz and funk influences to create what she describes as the perfect blend of east and west. Her soulful sound has captivated audiences worldwide, from London’s Queen Elizabeth Hall and Houses of Parliament to Canada and Italy. Shapla will be supported by Roji Sarkar.
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INDIGO GIRLS
MONDAY 24 JULY 7:30PM
TOWN HALL The duo has balanced their long, successful musical career by supporting numerous social causes – the Indigo Girls don’t just talk the talk; they walk the walk. Having established an intensely dedicated fan base, the duo continues to remain relevant and attract new fans. With their latest release, One Lost Day, both Emily Saliers and Amy Ray have secured their spot as one of the most legendary musical acts of this generation, definitely a show not to be missed!
KEITH EMERSON – A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF LIFE
PALESTINE JAZZ NAI BARGHOUTI, MOHAMED NAJEM & FRIENDS
FRIDAY 28 JULY 7:30PM
FRIDAY 28 JULY 7:30PM
SYMPHONY HALL
TOWN HALL
This tribute concert will feature music by keyboard virtuoso Keith Emerson, played by the people who featured in his life. The evening will include a symphony orchestra, keyboard virtuoso Rick Wakeman, inspirational young pianist from California, Rachel Flowers, renowned French musician Thierry Eliez, and ELP tribute band Noddy’s Puncture. A musical night that you will savour.
Moving seamlessly between Arabic music and Jazz, two of the most exciting musicians to emerge from the cultural renaissance in Palestine join the stage to raise funds for UNICEF in Syria.
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MNOZIL BRASS FAMILY SHOW
FAMILY CEILIDH WITH RABSCALLION
SATURDAY 6 MAY 2:30PM
SATURDAY 13 MAY 10:30AM
TOWN HALL
TOWN HALL
Like Mr Bean? Like Monty Python? Like Family Entertainment? Join the hilarious Mnozil Brass for a unique Birmingham exclusive; a one hour family concert at Town Hall, guaranteed to leave both you and your little ones enthralled.
Bring the whole family and join in the barn dance mayhem! Expect a plethora of blazing tunes by one of the UK’s premiere ceilidh bands, Rabscallion. The caller will have anyone within earshot of their bouncing Irish, Scottish and Appalachian melodies on their feet from the word go. Part of Imagined Isle, please see page 9.
PETER, RITA AND THE WOLF SUNDAY 14 MAY 2:30PM
SYMPHONY HALL | Resident Peter likes an adventure – even if silly old Grandad says there’s a wolf just outside the garden gate. And Rita’s trying to find out who stole the fabulous Crocodiamond. The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra star as the hero and heroine plus ducks, cats, robbers and of course that wolf, with the words of Anthony Horowitz, this’ll be a marvellously musical storytime for the whole family!
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THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW
SUPERSONIC KIDS GIG - MELT BANANA
The Very Hungry Caterpillar, by author/ illustrator Eric Carle, has delighted generations of readers since it was first published in 1969 selling more than 41 million copies worldwide.
Supersonic Kids Gig, ‘Big Sounds for Little People’. If you couldn’t guess from the snappy title, it’s a gig, for kids and their families, which aims to introduce children to experimental music at an early age. Kids Gigs provide a fantastic opportunity to show children the beauty of live music. The Supersonic Kids’ Gig will be led by Melt Banana, a Japanese band who form a riot of sound and fury that’s both sonically adventurous and feverishly compelling.
SATURDAY 27 MAY 12:30PM & 2:30PM SATURDAY 17 JUNE 2PM TOWN HALL TOWN HALL
Eric’s well-known books captivated readers with his iconic colourful hand painted tissue paper collage illustrations and distinctively simple stories, introducing generations of children to a bigger, brighter world – and to their first experience of reading itself. Now the timeless classic makes its way off the page and onto the stage. Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, the critically acclaimed production features a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets, faithfully adapting four of Eric Carle’s stories: The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse; Mister Seahorse; The Very Lonely Firefly and of course The Very Hungry Caterpillar.
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Recommended for children under 10 Part of Supersonic Festival presented by Capsule.
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THE WIGGLES
THE WIGGLES -
RELAXED PERFORMANCE
WEDNESDAY 2 AUGUST 11AM & 2PM THURSDAY 3 AUGUST 11AM TOWN HALL TOWN HALL Don’t miss the opportunity to catch Emma, Lachy, Simon and Anthony, better known as The Wiggles as they come to Town Hall for the first time. They will play everyone’s favourite Wiggles songs like Hot Potato, Rock-a-Bye your Bear and Do the Propeller!, along with their Wiggly friends Dorothy the Dinosaur, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus and Captain Feathersword. A must for all family fans!
Relaxed performances are open to everyone but are specifically for people with an Autistic Spectrum Condition, a learning disability or sensory and communication disorder. They’re a great way for family and friends to experience live performances together in an adapted environment. Audience members can dance, sing and clap along – whatever makes them comfortable. This event will be signed by a British Sign Language Interpreter.
COMING SOON
STICK MAN
TUESDAY 26 DEC 2017 – FRIDAY 12 JAN 2018 TOWN HALL Catch Stick Man this Christmas. Touching, funny and utterly original, this award-winning production features a trio of top actors and is packed full of puppetry, songs, live music and funky moves.
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MUSICAL PICNICS SYMPHONY HALL CAFÉ BAR
FREE
Tuck into a morning of musical entertainment with the family! Watch and join in with performers as they introduce children to a world of music, song, storytelling and dance. In association with Mubu Music. Recommended for ages 0-7. MUSICAL PICNIC TAKEOVER - WILL POUND AND EDDY JAY SATURDAY 6 MAY 10:30AM Exciting duo Will Pound and Eddy Jay perform in this Musical Picnic, which is being run by a young group of people aged 11-14 years as part of Takeover Birmingham – look out for their red t-shirts! Takeover Birmingham is a Cultural Citizens Pilot Programme across the city, managed by Kids in Museums, and funded by Arts Council England. PERCUSSION OF THE WORLD - BETHAN JONES AND TOM CHAPMAN SATURDAY 17 JUNE 10:30AM Specialising in African drumming and tuned percussion, the brilliant Bethan Jones will take you on a musical adventure through Africa with djembes, percussion and song. World percussionist Tom Chapman introduces an array of instruments, from the triangle (yes, really!) and shekere to the cajon and darbuka. Enjoy stories, games and fun facts, spanning South America to Southport! ORGAN SPECIAL ON SYMPHONY HALL STAGE – KIT DOWNES SATURDAY 1 JULY 10:30AM A Musical Picnic first, as we enter Symphony Hall for a special morning of music on stage. Organist Kit Downes and saxophonist Tom Challenger will take you on a journey inside the mysterious sounds of the impressive Symphony Hall Organ.
MIDWEEK EXPLORER SYMPHONY HALL CAFÉ BAR
FREE
Take time out in a relaxing and friendly Dates for the diary: space with your little ones. Explore music, dance and story-telling whilst WEDNESDAY 10 MAY 10:30AM making new friends. WEDNESDAY 14 JUNE 10:30AM WEDNESDAY 12 JULY 10:30AM Recommended for ages 5 and under, our music practitioners will Musician Vo Fletcher will be performing on help facilitate early years learning in a all dates. For more information please email supportive and fun environment, and education@thsh.co.uk it’s totally free! 30
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“It’s free and it really is the place to be”
FREE GIGS
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From big band to bebop, original compositions to classics, the Jazzlines Free Gigs series explores the wide and varied jazz repertoire. Join a whole host of fantastic musicians for gigs in venues across the city, including our regular Friday afternoon gig in Symphony Hall Café Bar, helping you unwind after a long week.
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SAX IN THE CITY SYMPHONY HALL CAFÉ BAR Free The Notebenders Big Band is a diverse and dynamic Birmingham-based band that was founded by the legendary jazz musician Andy Hamilton. Ease into the weekend with their fun and uplifting sound. More details can be found on our website.
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SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY A FUSION OF MUSIC AND DANCE PRESENTED BY DMS HEART OF ENGLAND MUSIC ACADEMY SUNDAY 7 MAY 7PM SYMPHONY HALL Over 300 musicians will perform live on stage in this spectacular variety show, co-hosted by rock legend, Birmingham’s own Bev Bevan.
BIG HEART BIG SOUND - SOLIHULL POP CHORUS IN CONCERT SUNDAY 16 JULY 7PM TOWN HALL
An evening of uplifting and foot-tapping tunes, featuring all of your favourite pop songs from the last fifty years, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
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LOOK OUT FOR... LA LA LAND -
LIVE IN CONCERT
FILM SCREENING WITH LIVE ORCHESTRA
SUNDAY 24 SEPTEMBER 2:30PM SYMPHONY HALL The film everyone is talking about. The most exciting musical motion picture of a generation… Winner of six academy awards ® including Best original score, best original song & best director. It is being described as the film of its generation, capturing the hearts of everyone whilst breaking records around the world. Now La La Land will be brought to audiences like never before, the ultimate immersive experience via a huge screen accompanied by a 60-piece orchestra.
FUNK NIGHT FEATURING INCOGNITO, TROPE, CIRCUS VIII, AND MAZZY SNAPE (DJ) FRIDAY 17 NOVEMBER 8PM TOWN HALL
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Love Funk? Love Soul? Love Groove? Get yourself down to Town Hall for an unmissable night featuring some the best bands on the UK Funk scene today. Featuring the likes of Circus VIII, Trope, Incognito and Birmingham’s very own Mazzy Snape (The Night Owl), this one-of-a-kind line-up will have you on your feet all night long! Be sure to be there!
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THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS Performances Birmingham is one of the largest regional arts charities in the country. Ticket sales alone cannot sustain our programme; we rely on voluntary contributions to enable us to continue and expand our work. We aim to reach even more people within our communities and further develop our wide-ranging programme. We would like to thank all our supporters for their generous contributions to our charitable work over the last year. If you are interested in supporting please take a look at our website www.thsh.co.uk/support-us or contact our Development Team on 0121 644 5072 or 0121 644 5075.
CORPORATE SUPPORTERS
PROJECT SUPPORTERS Thank you to our Project Supporters:
SoundLounge Collective R&D
Jazzlines Summer School and Jazzlines Ensemble
Generation Ladywood
Pollen
Carers’ Events
Live in the Lodge
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ECHO Rising Stars
Jazzlines Programme
Takeover Birmingham A Cultural Citizens Pilot Programme
Jazzlines Young Musician Development
Generation Ladywood
Jazzlines Ensemble
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BUSINESS PARTNERS Birmingham
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SOUNDBITE SUPPORTERS Founding Principal Supporter
DONORS
Alan Woodfield Charitable Trust, The Alchemy Foundation, The Allan & Nesta Ferguson Charitable Settlement, Miss A Copsey, Angus Allnatt Charitable Foundation, Arts Connect West Midlands, Assay Office, Birmingham, The Austin and Hope Pilkington Trust, Baron Davenport’s Charity, Bernard Piggott Charitable Trust, The Bewley Charitable Trust, Birmingham Bodenham Trust, Blackwell Charitable Trust, The Boshier-Hinton Foundation, Christopher Tobias Memorial Fund, The Cole Charitable Trust, Dave Muir, DMC McDonald Foundation, The Edward & Dorothy Cadbury Trust, The E H Smith Charitable Trust, The Eric W Vincent Trust Fund, Ernest Cook Trust, The Estate of Mr William Jones, The Eveson Charitable Trust, The Field Family Charitable Trust, The Garfield Weston Foundation, The George Cadbury Trust, The George Fentham Birmingham Charity, GJW Turner Trust, The GNC Trust, Grantham Yorke Trust, Grimmitt Trust, The Heathcock Charitable Trust, Henry James Sayer Charity, The Hinrichsen Foundation, Jemima Bruntlett, The John Feeney Charitable Trust, Lillie Johnson Charitable Trust, Limoges Trust, The Loppylugs and Barbara Morrison Charitable Trust, Lord Austin Trust, The 29th May 1961 Charitable Trust, The Mercers’ Company, Mrs M-J Bennett, M K Rose Charitable Trust, The Oakley Charitable Trust, The Patrick Trust, Petals of Piccadilly, Peter and Jane How Trust, Mr Peter J Smith, Philip Bates Trust, The Ray Williams Foundation, The Roger and Douglas Turner Charitable Trust, The Roughley Trust, The Rowlands Trust, Rub Smokehouse, The Saintbury Trust, Service Birmingham Staff Benefit Scheme, Sweet Causes, The Tiggiwinkle Charitable Trust, The WED Charitable Trust, William A Cadbury Charitable Trust, Wilmcote Charitrust, Mrs Wingfield’s Charitable Trust, Wolfson Foundation, our Supporters, Volunteers and Friends
MAESTRO, ICON & DIRECTOR PATRONS Mr B & Mrs V Adams, Mr D Barton, Mrs M-J Bennett, Mr & Mrs Bentley, Mr & Mrs H Buckingham, Mrs J Cadbury, Mr & Mrs Collard, Mr and Mrs C Cooke, Mr C Cooper, Mr J Cunningham-Dexter, Mr N & Mrs P Cunningham-Dexter, Mr R K Edwards, Mr R Guest, Mr M Hale, Mr Peter & Mrs Jane How, Mrs I T Justham, Mr & Mrs I Kershaw, Dr & Mrs D Kett, Mr K Martin, Mr & Mrs P Maskell, Mrs G M Morrison, Mrs E Murray, Ms K Porter, Mr C Purle, Mr J Redshaw, Mr Graham Russell, Mrs J Rutter, Mr K Stokes-Smith, Mr & Mrs Stormont, Mr & Mrs G Tovell, Mr & Mrs Verrion, Mr & Mrs Willis, Mr & Mrs A Winkler, Mr A J Woodfield and anonymous Patrons
THSH DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE We would like to thank the following individuals for their advice, help and support: Paul Farrow, Michael Harris, Michael Loftus, Viplavi Mahendra, Marc Reeves, Keith Stokes-Smith
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COMING SOON
Funded by
TEXAS PLUS SUPPORT
RAY MEARS BORN TO GO WILD
SUNDAY 1 OCT
TUESDAY 7 NOV
SYMPHONY HALL
TOWN HALL
JASON DONOVAN AND HIS AMAZING MIDLIFE CRISIS
AFRO CELT SOUND SYSTEM AND THE DHOL FOUNDATION
SUNDAY 8 OCT
FRIDAY 10 NOV
TOWN HALL
TOWN HALL
HENNING WEHN - WESTPHALIA IS NOT AN OPTION
DR. HOOK™ STARRING DENNIS LOCORRIERE TIMELESS WORLD TOUR 2017
FRIDAY 13 – SATURDAY 14 OCT
THURSDAY 23 NOV
TOWN HALL
SYMPHONY HALL
PRETENDERS AND SPECIAL GUESTS
JOHN WILSON ORCHESTRA A CELEBRATION OF MGM MUSICALS
SUNDAY 15 OCT
TUESDAY 28 NOV
SYMPHONY HALL
SYMPHONY HALL
Town Hall renovation also funded by
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