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TEECHERS LEAVERS ’22 Blackeyed Theatre Company present the world premiere of John Godber’s comedy about education, Fri 10 Feb, Swan Theatre, Worcester

BLYTHE SPIRIT Amateur version of Noel Coward’s farce, Fri 10 - Sat 18 Feb, The Priory Theatre, Kenilworth

MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL 2 ‘Heartfelt, funny and reassuring’ look at the ‘joys’ of menopause, Sat 11 Feb, Royal Spa Centre, Leamington Spa

Kids Shows

VINLAND A Viking storytelling adventure for children aged eightplus, Sat 11 Feb, The Core Theatre, Solihull

THE WELSH RABBIT A hopping-good story for younger audiences, Sat 11 Feb, Swan Theatre, Worcester

ERNIE’S JOURNEY Magical circus theatre adventure for younger audiences, fusing physical theatre, magic, music, poetry & puppetry, Sun 12 Feb, The Albany Theatre, Coventry

I WANT MY HAT BACK TRILOGY! Jon Klassen’s beloved children’s books, live on stage, Sun 12 Feb, Warwick Arts Centre, Coventry

Light Entertainment

GINNY LEMON & SISTER SISTER: YOU KEEPING ME HANGIN’ ON TOUR

Described as the ‘most disappointing drag show you’ve ever seen’, Wed 8 Feb, Palace Theatre, Redditch

AN EVENING WITH TIM RICE Join the internationally renowned lyricist as he reveals the back story to some of musical theatre’s most memorable songs, Fri 10 Feb, Malvern Theatres

THE GIRLS BATHROOM - LIVE Join Sophia and Cinzia as they discuss boys, friendships, relationship dramas, single life and careers. Based on the hugely successful podcast, Sun 12 Feb, The Alexandra, Birmingham COME WHAT MAY An all-singing, alldancing extravaganza celebrating the greatest movie-musicals of all time, Sun 12 Feb, Royal Spa Centre, Leamington Spa

Talks & Spoken Word

MARK BEAUMONT - FASTER The cyclist, broadcaster & author reflects on a career that ‘continues to push boundaries’, Thurs 9 Feb, Huntingdon Hall, Worcester

GEORGE MCGAVIN: IT’S A WILD LIFE -

TALES FROM TELEVISION Join the much-loved zoologist, entomologist and broadcaster as he shares stories of the wild and wonderful places he has visited, Fri 10 Feb, Palace Theatre, Redditch

Events

WONDER A new worship gathering for those curious and imaginative looking to explore themes of faith through art, dance, poetry, Wed 8 Feb, Coventry Cathedral

COVENTRY CATHEDRAL TOWER CLIMB

Challenge yourself to climb 180 steps to magnificent views of Coventry and the surrounding area, Fri 10 - Sat 11 Feb, Coventry Cathedral

SPECTACLE OF LIGHT Discover the night-time wonder of Compton Verney through a wonderful Spectacle of Light and sound, Fri 10 Feb - Sun 5 Mar, Compton Verney, Warwickshire

VALENTINE’S DAY AT TUDOR WORLD

Special ‘cuddle in the dark’ ghost tours and each couple will receive a red rose, Sat 11 Feb, Tudor World, Stratford-upon-Avon

LIVING HISTORY WEEKEND From living history encampments, musicians, dancers, and traditional crafts to military displays, the whole site will be alive, Sat 11 - Sun 12 Feb, The Commandery, Worcester

FREDDO’S BIG TOP STAGE SHOW Freddo the Clown, The Great Fredeedo and Spin Master Freddo bring the greatest show to town, Sat 11 - Sun 12 Feb, Cadbury World, Bournville, Birmingham

BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL TATTOO

Celebrating the life of Her Majesty The Queen and her 70 years of service to the Nation and also marking the accession of King Charles III to the throne, Sat 11 - Sun 12 Feb, Resorts World Arena, Birmingham

FEBRUARY HALF-TERM ACTIVITIES

Discover a palette of possibilities this February half term with a range of colour-themed family activities, Sat 11 - Sun 26 Feb, British Motor

Museum, Gaydon

FESTIVAL OF ARCHERY Expert archers put their skills to the test in a series of exhilarating performances, Sat 11Sun 26 Feb, Warwick Castle

THE PIRATE TAKEOVER The infamous pirates of Mutiny Bay take over the resort, Sat 11 - Sun 26 Feb, Alton Towers, Staffordshire