Events

The drawings Cristina Celestini is presenting are inspired by the precision and detail of Renaissance line drawings and by classical chiaroscuro techniques. The themes developed are memory, family and the resilience of human spirit. All the drawings are an attempt to snap a finite moment in time in the lives of those dear to her and of the places always in her memory. Cristina’s realistic style is integral to this series of work to let the marks, her native Rome and the subjects tell their own story. Solo Show

Free associated event: Don’t miss Cristina ‘s event on Saturday 8 June.

RBSA Gallery open Monday to Saturday 10.30am-5.00pm, Sunday 1.00-5.00pm

Stephen Butt ARBSA. In this exhibition, Stephen has continued with his theme of the manmade city in harmony or opposition to nature. It includes two different styles of working, with the introduction of the figure and therefore a narrative, and the introduction of oil painting.

In these works I have continued my theme of the man-made city and nature in harmony or opposition with each other. Within this framework there are two ways or two styles of working. The first is my original one of using a heterogeneous source of material and methods to produce the theme, the other style is the more traditional approach of oil paint.

My conversion back to oil paint, partly due to studying the David Cox in Birmingham Art Gallery has allowed me to represent a stronger form of ‘realism’ and ‘naturalism’ which in turn lends itself to a narrative aspect, the first style has a more formal approach and can led to semi abstract qualities, the second is firmly rooted in representational painting, although aspects of both ways of working can be seen to some degree in each types of making.

The introduction of animate forms, figures, portraits, animals etc are conceived more as players in stage sets as opposed to reacting to natural circumstances, this often brings about an ‘oblique narration’ by which I mean, an action or story line which cannot quite be discerned but which is never the less inherent in the work. ‘Stage set for an imaginary opera’ is a good example of this.

Matisse once said an artist should never be a prisoner of himself or of a style, this I hold to be true particularly in the multicultural ubiquitous world of the 21st century. Solo Show

RBSA Gallery open Monday to Saturday 10.30am-5.00pm, Sunday 1.00-5.00pm

Looking to get creative, meet new people and unwind over a few drinks?”

Come and discover your inner artist at our “Red Tree”- ArtNight in Birmingham – 25/06/2019 from 19:00 – 21:00

At ArtNight we believe everyone has an inner artist inside of them just waiting to get out! Come and create your own artwork with step-by-step instructions from our friendly ArtNight artists. Come alone, with a date or friends, or make new friends there! You’ll enjoy a night of fun and creativity, get to meet new people, learn something new and take home your very own masterpiece at the end of the night (as well as lots of great memories!)

No previous knowledge or artistic skills necessary! We’ll provide all the materials and our artist will guide you step-by step so you can relax and enjoy! Drinks and food are available at the venue at the usual prices.

Tickets are limited – only available online here: http://bit.ly/2HEDIRq

Our annual display of artwork by the Friends promotes their range of artistic talents and acknowledges their importance to the Society. Previously known as subscribers, the Friends have been part of the RBSA since the 1900s and the RBSA was one of the first societies to allow subscribers to have their own exhibitions.

The Friends exhibition features a range of work in a variety of media, and many of the pieces are for sale.

Free Associated Events: Don’t miss Judith Grassi’s event taking place during the exhibition.

RBSA Gallery open Monday to Saturday 10.30am-5.00pm, Sunday 1.00-5.00pm

Join us at for a mid-week treat, available every Wednesday at 2pm!
Go on a factory tour lead by one of our award-winning guides, followed by delicious refreshments.

The shelves and workbenches at Newman Brothers are full of original stock and tools of the trade. With the original machinery working again, you can truly experience how this old Jewellery Quarter firm once operated on a day-to-day basis, producing some of the world’s finest coffin furniture, including the fittings for the funerals of Churchill, Chamberlain and the Queen Mother.Travel back in time a few decades to experience how Newman Brothers operated during its heyday. You will enter a time capsule where the music of the 60s is piped into the building, mingled with the industrial sounds of a working factory.

After the tour, your tea and cake will be served in our cosy 60s style waiting room, which is designed to capture the atmosphere of the Newman Brothers staff cafeteria, complete with vintage china. Relax and enjoy a proper cuppa with a delicious slice of cake.

Tickets are Adult £10.00, Concession £9.00 and include tour, hot drink and a slice of cake. Guided tours last just over an hour, leaving you plenty of time to enjoy the refreshments.

Prebooking is essential.
Please email newmanbrothers@coffinworks.org after booking if you have any dietary requirements.

OK Stop! bring their unique improv comedy stylings to 1000 Trades. You shout out a title, they improvise a B-Movie! Shows are fast-paced, interactive and unpredictable.

1000 Trades, Wednesday 26th June, 8pm. Free entry.

Q. What is improvised comedy?
A. You know “Whose Line Is It Anyway”? It’s like that, but not that.

Q. What will be in the show?
A. We have no idea. From a title suggestion we improvise a full one hour “movie”. Nothing in the show has happened before or will ever happen again.

Q. Is “OK Stop!” like Hammer Time, or Ice Ice Baby? Have you heard that one before?
A. It’s not. We have.

Social Circle is back with event #10 ⭕

Social Circle was born from monthly get-togethers between friends, where we’d gather round with a few drinks and chat about the latest in social media marketing. We wanted to be better for ourselves, for our clients, and because we just really love social media.

So, we decided to open the circle to other digital marketers, with the goal to take social to the next level and share inspirational, instant, and actionable insights.

The event will run from 5:30pm (6:00pm start) to 8:00pm on Thursday 27th June, upstairs @ 1000 trades, 116 Frederick St, Birmingham B1 3HE.

This month, we’re looking to bring you…

• 6:00pm – New advancements in social media
• 6:30pm – 10 lessons with a special guest speaker – Megan Ace
• 7:00pm – Drinks
• 7:15pm – Campaigns
• 8:00pm – Finish (and a few more drinks)

Everyone is welcome to join the discussions so that we can learn from each other (plus feel free to bring anything cool you’d like to discuss together!). Every month we share the insights in an email after the event so nothing shared in the circle is forgotten.

So join our circle, grab a drink, and get ready to learn and share new things about social media, discover mind-blowing campaigns, hear from other people in the industry and make connections to make you more unstoppable in the world of social. #YouCanSitWithUs

P.s Don’t forget to connect with us ahead of the event

An evening of talks exploring the life and impact of Joseph Chamberlain on the city of Birmingham, the Jewellery Quarter, and beyond.

Our main speaker for the evening is Peter Marsh, Honorary Professor at the University of Birmingham and author of Joseph Chamberlain, Entrepreneur in Politics. Peter will provide an overview of Joseph Chamberlain’s life, views, work, and legacy.

The second half of the event will also feature guest contributions through short talks that will each explore aspects of Joseph Chamberlain’s impact; from his family life at Highbury Hall, to the down-to-earth reality of the municipal reforms of the period at the Roundhouse; and finally, his impact on the international stage via the British Empire.

Running Order

1) Intro to the evening and Chamberlain’s connections to the Jewellery Quarter
2) Biography of Joseph Chamberlain
20 Minute break
3) Roundhouse and the municipal city
4) Chamberlain at home and with family
5) Contemporary reflections on colonialist Chamberlain
6) Questions

Our venue for the evening overlooks the Chamberlain Clock, which will soon undergo restoration works. There will be a short update about this project, and the work at the Roundhouse, during the event.

The event will begin at 18:00 with a short introduction; with a scheduled break at around 19:00.

Image credit –
J.Chamberlain, Highbury Hall, and Chamberlain Clock – Wikipedia Commons
Roundhouse – Matt Beech

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Event presented in partnership by

Roundhouse Birmingham – roundhousebirmingham.org.uk

Jewellery Quarter Townscape Heritage – https://jewelleryquarter.net/townscape-heritage/

Jewellery Quarter Festival – https://jewelleryquarter.net/jq-festival-2/

Support by Arts & Science Festival https://artsandsciencefestival.co.uk/

FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

You need to be 18 or over to attend this event.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, simply bring along an electronic version on your phone or tablet and we will scan you in.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

We regret that, unfortunately, the talk is located on the first floor; with no lift access at the venue.

What Does This Have to Do With Roundhouse Birmingham?

The Roundhouse is currently undergoing renovations ready for a Spring 2020 opening. During that period, we are spreading the word about our project by partnering up with other heritage, community, and cultural organisations to explore aspects of the city’s heritage; as well as taking part in community events over the next year. The proceeds from the event will contribute to the project to re-vive the Roundhouse.

On the last Thursday of every month, there is a distinct Latin vibe to the Jam House with the sounds of the popular Salsa nine-piece DEL CAMINO supported by Mauricio Reyes and his army of LatinMotion DJs & dancers.

Salsa taster dance workshop from 9pm.
Del Camino onstage after 10pm, and LatinMotion playing a mix of salsa, merengue, tango, compas, bossa nova and bachata to keep the dance floor partying ‘til 1am

Restaurant & bars open from 6pm.

Dress code: Smart casual dress

Friday & Saturday

Soulfood JQ in the kitchen
Our resident chef Andrew Gabler will be laying on some damn fine gumbo and other Louisiana-inspired dishes to get you in the festival mood (all day)

Saturday

Get yourself printed in 3D
Your own ‘mini-me’ created by Walsall creative start up Get Cloned, using the latest scanning and 3D printing technology (1-4pm)

1000 Trades Food and Drink Emporium (first floor), featuring:

Beermaking Demo with Birmingham Amateur Brewers
Ever thought about making your own lovely beer at home? As well as being one of the most rewarding hobbies on earth you get to drink the product of your efforts! Using exactly the same techniques as craft breweries it’s not as hard as you might think. BAB, which meets once a month at 1000 Trades, will be undertaking a live demonstration of what’s involved from start to finish. Drop in anytime (1-6pm)

Discover Mead with The Vanguard@ 1000 Trades
There’s a secret brewing…not only courtesy of our second floor hideaway but around the country too. Come and find out about this formerly most elusive of tipples that used to be the staple for many in the years BB (Before Beer). Bottles available to buy (or climb one more flight of stairs for more). (4-8pm)

I’m Sour Enough Thanks with Siren Craft Brew
Sour beers have existed for as long as all beer has existed; before refrigeration and brewing science advances, bacteria and yeast would have found their way into almost anything that was brewed, particularly when aged or stored in wooden barrels. Learn what goes on behind the scenes behind these most special of beers. (4-8pm)

Slow Food Hub with Slow Food Birmingham
A scheme to give access to fresh locally produced seasonal food to the residents of the Jewellery Quarter that currently lacks a butcher, a baker or a greengrocer. Find out more about this sustainable ‘click and collect’ online farmer’s market. (4-8pm)

NowHam A Night of Credible 80s
Banish Banarama, Kybosh Kylie and Erase Europe ….our monthly night dedicated to proper music from the most underrated decade since the last one. (8pm-midnight)

Sunday

Jewellery Quarter Lettering Workshop
As part of excellent local initiative Townscape Heritage, uncovering the history of the JQ, an introduction to traditional sign writing in the Jewellery Quarter and beyond with Jim Kerr from Seven 9 Signs. Find out about Jim’s work and sign writing practice, explore the basics of drafting letter forms using tools of the trade and have a go at painting letters. All materials provided. Tickets via Eventbrite (11am-1pm)

Soul Greats from this talented group of musicians – always a popular choice at the Jam House – featuring classic James Brown, Motown, and even Hendrix & Kravitz

Support is provided boogie-woogie style by our resident piano & drum duo.

Bars, Restaurant & Buffet Dining from 6pm.

Live Show begins at 9.30 – main band on stage just after 11pm. Close at 2am

Admission: Free before 8pm / £5 before 10pm / £8 after.

Dress code: Smart dress – no trainers or sportswear – NO FANCY DRESS

The Friends of Key Hill Cemetery and Warstone Lane Cemetery .
The Friends will be able to assist with a section and number of an ancestors grave for those tracing their family history of their ancestors grave for those buried in Key Hill Cemetery & Warstone Lane Cemetery  .
If possible it would helpful if you have the name ,year and birth and death of your family member.
The Friends will be selling merchandise to raise funds for restoration of headstones.
Stall on the corner of Vyse street & Pitsford Street time 10.30am -3.30pm

Also free taster tours Saturday  29 June and Sunday 30 June
Key Hill Cemetery taster   tour  at 11am -meet at stall
Warstone Lane Cemetery mini tour at 2pm meet at stall

Join us in celebrating the Jewellery Quarter Festival with free costumed guided tours of the Smith & Pepper jewellery factory throughout the weekend.

Event in partnership with Jewellery Quarter BID. Free admission to the Museum. Booking required for guided tours.

Guided tours of the Smith & Pepper factory are free but pre-booking is strongly advised.

Tour times: 10:45, 11:15, 12:15, 1:15, 2:15, 3:00 & 4:00pm.

Last entry to the museum and jewellery shop at 4:45pm.

Tearoom last orders taken at 4:30pm.

Tickets will go on sale shortly – please check our website regularly for online booking.

• This event is free

Key Hill Cemetery formally known as the General Cemetery
Come and learn about some of prominant people who rest here.
Joseph Chamberlain -3 times Lord Mayor:
Alfred Bird – invented Eggless Custard
Harriet Martineau -Author & Philosopher:
Joseph Tangye Industrialist :
Constance Naden – Author & Philosopher :
Robert Lucas -Chance supplied glass for Crystal Palace :
Henry Palethorpe – Founder of Palethorp Sausages :
Thomas Walker – who introduced the blue brick pavements instead of cobbles:
Abraham Follett Osler – Clockmaker pioneered measurement of metro logical data.
Thomas Osler – son of Abraham , made the Chrystal Fountain for the Chrystal Palace.
Joseph P. Williams – Founder of Post Office Savings Bank
Thomas Avery – Avery Scales . M.P. Developed Saltley Sewage Works.
William Butler – Founder of Mitchells & Butler Brewery.
Joseph Gillett – Pen Maker
James Hinks – Perfected Duplex Oil lamps, President of Aston Villa Football Club
George Dawson – Inspirational Minister introduced the 1870 Education Act
John Skirrow Wright – Creator of the Postal Order: Button Maker , M.P , J.P Champion of the Poor.
William Murphy – Anti-papal lecturer , speeches lead to the “Murphy Riots”.

Meet at the Friends Stall on the corner of Vyse Street & Pitsford Street for guided tour of KEY HILL CEMETERY at 10.50 am for a 11am start on Saturday 29 June 2019  

This event is organised by the Friends of Key Hill Cemetery & Warstone Lane Cemetery estb 2004
Raising funds for restoration of headstones.

Join us for a tour about the work undertaken by women from the late 1800’s until the 1980’s and the many vitally important jobs that women worked, from working in the office to manual work such as press work, polishing and enamelling.

These women were instrumental in not only making the jewellery quarter the world’s largest jewellery manufacturing area, but also making Birmingham the work shop of the world, city of a thousand trades.

These women are the often neglected heroines of the metal working trade. Working long hours in dirty, noisy, dangerous conditions, for very little pay. This tour celebrates their hard work and fortitude.

Free taster  tour of Warstone Lane Cemetery  at the Jewellery Quarter Festival.
Come and learn about some of the notable people who rest in this Church of England Cemetery.
John Baskerville – Printer & Typographer
Private James Cooper – Awarded the V.C
Jacob Wilson – the last Town Crier
Major Thomas “ Harry ”Gem – Co founder of Lawn Tennis.
Dr Pye Chavasse – Medical Guide Author
William Chance – Glass Manufacture

Meet at the Friends Stall on the corner of Vyse Street & Pitsford Street for guided tour of Warstone Lane Cemetery  at 1.50pm  for a  2pm start on Saturday 29 June 2019

This event is organised by the Friends of Key Hill Cemetery & Warstone Lane Cemetery estb 2004
Raising funds for restoration of headstones.

EFFIGY FOR SLEEP – WARNING ALBUM LAUNCH

We can’t wait to release our brand new chaotic progressive heavy riffy ambient weird album with you all, its gonna be a hell of a lot a fun and a truly awesome night.

Tickets are £5 ADV / £6 OTD – you can grab a ticket from the bands, more info on that coming soon!

Kicking off the night we’ve got the amazing Echo Gecco

They have created a sound all of their very own that has the ability to mix and blend genres that shouldn’t normally mix. Heavy riffs in a smooth jazz song? Who knew that would work?! The band believes that this type of versatility will make sure that any and every person that listens or watches Echo Gecco will find something they will enjoy.

Our main support will be the super complex and riffy Brocken Spectre

Combining intricate grooves and melodies forming a mind bending barrage of intense sound they blend technical metal and complex rhythms with jazz influences, pushing the boundaries of the contemporary progressive metal scene.

Lets pack this out and have a right old party.

Love and prog x

The Friends of Key Hill Cemetery and Warstone Lane Cemetery.
The Friends will be able to assist with a section and number of an ancestors grave for those tracing their family history of their ancestors grave for those buried in Key Hill Cemetery & Warstone Lane Cemetery .
If possible it would helpful if you have the name ,year and birth and death of your family member.
The Friends will also  be selling merchandise to raise funds for restoration of headstones.
Stall on the corner of Vyse street & Pitsford Street time 10.30am -3.30pm  Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 June 2019

Also free taster tours for the Jewellery Quarter Festival on  Saturday 29 June and Sunday 30 June
Key Hill Cemetery taster tour at 11am -meet at stall
Warstone Lane Cemetery mini tour at 2pm meet at stall

Key Hill Cemetery formally known as the General Cemetery
Come and learn about some of prominant people who rest here. 
Joseph Chamberlain -3 times Lord Mayor:
Alfred Bird – invented Eggless Custard
Harriet Martineau -Author & Philosopher:
Joseph Tangye Industrialist :
Constance Naden – Author & Philosopher :
Robert Lucas -Chance supplied glass for Crystal Palace :
Henry Palethorpe – Founder of Palethorp Sausages :
Thomas Walker – who introduced the blue brick pavements instead of cobbles:
Abraham Follett Osler – Clockmaker pioneered measurement of metro logical data.
Thomas Osler – son of Abraham , made the Chrystal Fountain for the Chrystal Palace.
Joseph P. Williams – Founder of Post Office Savings Bank
Thomas Avery – Avery Scales . M.P. Developed Saltley Sewage Works.
William Butler – Founder of Mitchells & Butler Brewery.
Joseph Gillett – Pen Maker
James Hinks – Perfected Duplex Oil lamps, President of Aston Villa Football Club
George Dawson – Inspirational Minister introduced the 1870 Education Act
John Skirrow Wright – Creator of the Postal Order: Button Maker , M.P , J.P Champion of the Poor.
William Murphy – Anti-papal lecturer , speeches lead to the “Murphy Riots”.

Meet at the Friends Stall on the corner of Vyse Street & Pitsford Street for guided tour of KEY HILL CEMETERY at 10.50 am for a 11am start on  Sunday 30  June 2019

This event is organised by the Friends of Key Hill Cemetery & Warstone Lane Cemetery estb 2004
Raising funds for restoration of headstones.

Free taster tour of Warstone Lane Cemetery at the Jewellery Quarter Festival.
Come and learn about some of the notable people who rest in this Church of England Cemetery.
John Baskerville – Printer & Typographer
Private James Cooper – Awarded the V.C
Jacob Wilson – the last Town Crier
Major Thomas “ Harry ”Gem – Co founder of Lawn Tennis.
Dr Pye Chavasse – Medical Guide Author
William Chance – Glass Manufacture

Meet at the Friends Stall on the corner of Vyse Street & Pitsford Street for guided tour of Warstone Lane Cemetery at 1.50pm for a 2pm start on  Sunday 30  June 2019

This event is organised by the Friends of Key Hill Cemetery & Warstone Lane Cemetery estb 2004
Raising funds for restoration of headstones.