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News from around the region
Belgrade announces new season of shows Smash-hit West Enders The Rocky Horror Show, SIX and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical are among the highlights of Coventry Belgrade Theatre’s recently announced autumn/winter season. Classic dramas An Inspector Calls and The Mousetrap, and the world premiere of a brand-new musical titled Bombay Superstar, also feature in a programme of entertainment that promises something for everyone. Family fun comes in the form of David Walliams’ Demon Dentist and this year’s ogre of a pantomime, Jack And The Beanstalk. Evenings of comedy are delivered by the incomparable Stewart Lee, and fans of Shakespeare can get their fix of the bard by checking out Malorie Blackman’s Noughts & Crosses - a gripping version of Romeo & Juliet. An Olivier Award-winning retelling of Jane Austen’s Pride And Prejudice is stopping off at the venue too, as are much-loved onenighters Vampires Rock and Magic Of Motown.
Alice In Wonderland gets a steampunk twist! Stratford-uponAvon visitor attraction Magic Alley is offering summertime visitors the chance to fall down the rabbit hole and immerse themselves in an Alice In Wonderland world - one that comes complete with a distinct steampunk twist! Commenting on the new attraction, Magic Alley’s head of events, Sam Jenkins, said: “Our Wonderland attraction involves solving riddles, ciphers and puzzles as you move through all the different themed rooms. Throughout the May half term and most days during the summer holidays there will be characters making an appearance to assist our visitors with their quest, and we have no doubt that this will make the experience even more magical!” Wonderland opens on Saturday 28 May and will run throughout the summer. For more information, visit magicalleystratford.com
Jim Broadbent in Ukraine fundraiser at the RST The Royal Shakespeare Company is this 04 whatsonlive.co.uk
month joining forces with Stratford Music Festival to present a special fundraising event to support people affected by the war in Ukraine. Taking place on Sunday 8 May at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, the evening of readings and music features the Orchestra of the Swan and numerous special guests, including actors Jim Broadbent and Samuel West. All proceeds will be donated to the Disasters Emergency Committee's Ukraine humanitarian relief effort. For more information and to book tickets for the fundraiser, visit rsc.org.uk
Innervation at Coventry’s War Memorial Park Coventry’s War Memorial Park is this month playing host to an immersive multi-faceted sound art installation. Launched as part of Coventry City of
Culture’s Wildlife Gathering (Friday 20 to Sunday 22 May) - an initiative celebrating the city’s parks and green spaces - Innervation includes an original sound piece created by Midlands-based performer & composer Rosie Tee and a multifunctional public structure by producer & creator Bryony Rose.
Watercolour Masters in the West Midlands Shropshire’s Lilleshall Hall is hosting a prestigious exhibition celebrating the work of some of the world’s greatest watercolour painters. International Watercolour Masters sees 42 artists displaying their work from Monday 16 to Sunday 29 May. Practical demonstrations by the Masters will take place on most days of the exhibition. To find out more about the show, visit internationalwatercolourmasters.com
Chris Moyles to bring ’90s Hangover to Worcester One-time BBC Radio One DJ Chris Moyles is bringing his ’90s Hangover event to Worcestershire County Cricket Club. Moyles, who now presents on RadioX, will visit the venue on Friday 5 August to present a celebration of hit music from the 1990s.
