Event Type : Theatre

A collection of traditional and original dragon myths from Britain and Asia, brought to life by award-winning performance storyteller, Jason Buck.

“Once every one hundred years, a group of people meets – the same group of people. They meet in comfortable surroundings, and retell their histories and their stories – and you may not believe it either when I tell you of their stories, their histories – the stories of Dragons.”

Ages: Adults and families (10+)

“Jason Buck is a man-made of myth, magic, and mead. His stories are filled with adventure, his beard is full of unexpected twists, and his tankard is filled with a poet’s brew. Sit around the fire and listen to his tales – you won’t be disappointed.” Abbie, Strange Times Storytelling Club

The History of the Great American Songbook (14th -16th July)
Blue Orange Arts presents –
The History of the Great American Songbook

Featuring songs from George and Ira Gershwin, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin amongst many others. The History of the Great American Songbook is a musical journey through the important and influential American popular and jazz songs of the 20th century which became considered ‘standards’.

Two singers and live piano will bring you a selection of the most popular tunes of the genre.

Dates and time of show:

Thursday 14th July at 7.00pm

Friday 15th July at 7.00pm

Saturday 16th July at 7.00pm

What Happened to Algy and A Story of More Woe (17th – 19th July)
That Birmingham Theatre Company presents –

What Happened to Ally and A Story of More Woe (a comedy double bill)
by Ian Appleby and Richard Constable

Part of Birminghamfest 2022 –

Two new period comedies from exciting local writers!

In Ian Appleby’s ‘What Happened to Algy’ Gwendolen and Cecily attempt to track down the errant hero in this witty sequel to The Importance of Being Earnest.

‘A Story of More Woe’ by Richard Constable is an amusing twist on the classic love story of Romeo & Juliet, with Juliet considering her options after learning of her lover’s death.

Dates and time of show:

Sunday 17th July – 7.00pm

Monday 18th July – 7.00pm

Tuesday 19th July – 7.00pm

Four 2 Jump (21st – 23rd July)
Two Jens & Me presents –
Four 2 Jump
By Michael Harris

Part of Birminghamfest 2022 –
A new black comedy looking at Suicide – Four people all decide to choose the same day and the same window ledge to commit their solo act of suicide. None of them know each other, and all fully intend to finish themselves off, however, have three other people to contend with, and none of them were prepared for that.

This play tackles several tough subjects not least suicide, and asks the question, Will they jump? Or will they find in each other the hope to go on?

You will have to come along to find out.

Dates and time of show:

Thursday 21st July – 9.00pm

Friday 22nd July – 9.00pm

Saturday 23rd July – 9.00pm

Antony and Cleopatra Unto Death (28th – 30th July)
Inamoment Theatre presents –

Antony and Cleopatra Unto Death
by Frank Bramwell

Part of Birminghamfest 2022 –
The untold story of Shakespeare’s Antony & Cleopatra in their last meeting together, using the words of Shakespeare/Bramwell . . . and your imagination.

The lovers are facing their deaths, with little time to tell their real stories. An insightful, startling, and moving piece of AlternativeShakespeare writing, presented by multi-award winners inamoment theatre.

Dates and time of show:

Thursday 28th July – 9.00pm

Friday 29th July – 9.00pm

Saturday 30th July – 9.00pm

The Lost Children (29th – 30th July)
The Birmingham History Theatre Company presents –

The Lost Children

Part of Birminghamfest 2022 –
An extraordinary story of our Commonwealth links. Were the Middlemore Homes right to emigrate over 6000 children from Birmingham to Canada and Australia between the years 1873 and 1954? This controversial issue is explored in our musical play, based on a film being made of An Enquiry. Listen to what people thought about it when it started and how it developed: parents, adults who emigrated as children, officials, farmers, journalists, descendants, and John Middlemore himself. Featuring original music by Peter Churchill.

Dates and time of show:

Friday 29th July 7.00pm

Saturday 30th July – 7.00pm

Village Wooing by George Bernard Shaw (30th – 31st July)
Shaw2020 presents –

Village Wooing

by George Bernard Shaw

Part of Birminghamfest 2022 –
VILLAGE WOOING- A Comedietta for Two Voices– is an anti-romantic, battle of the sexes, a comedy by Bernard Shaw.

2021 LPT ‘Standing Ovation award WINNER – best ‘Rediscovery’

“Powerfully evokes a sense of the era” ★★★★★ London Pub Theatres

OffFest award FINALIST at the 2022 Offies- Off West End Awards

“Congratulations to the Village Wooing team for the nomination and win, a play I have fond memories of performing in 1979. It’s wonderful to see SHAW2020’s work continue to thrive as shown by this industry recognition. I wish their production continued success.”

DAME JUDI DENCH

Village Wooing is a charming two-hander in which the characters, simply named ‘A’ and ‘Z’, play a relentless game of cat and mouse across land and sea…”I am a woman and you are a man, with a slight difference that doesn’t matter except on special occasions.”

Starring Joe Sargent & Maryann O’Brien

Directed by Jonas Cemm

SHAW2020 is dedicated to the performance, exploration, and adaptation of George Bernard Shaw’s works. Their focus is to bring Bernard Shaw’s theatre and writings – including those of his contemporaries and those he influenced – to a wider, more diverse audience.

Visit shawsociety.org.uk for details.

Dates and time of show:

Saturday 30th July – 5.00pm

Sunday 31st July – 3.00pm

Sunday 31st July – 7.00pm

Hexmoor’s Hollow (6th – 21st August)
Hexmoor’s Hollow: The Secret Society of Witches & Wizards
Can you keep a secret? Witches & Wizards, Assemble!
WORLD PREMIERE 2022
This summer, Witches and Wizards of all ages are invited to meet at Hexmoor’s Hollow for the annual gathering of magical folk! Expect magic, dragons, and fun for all the family.
This world premiere will unleash the magic within you as you learn new spells and potions to help protect Hexmoor’s Hollow forever. Discover the mystery, enchantment, and charm of this hidden world as you unite with friends to complete your initiation into the Secret Society of Witches & Wizards.

You’ll become bewitched with fun and laughter in this limited run at Birmingham’s Blue Orange Theatre…but watch out for the dragons!

If you enjoyed last summer’s family show, you’ll be sure to love this one too!

Book now to join our sorcerers and uncover magical fantasy in this captivating production, suitable for ages 3 to 300!

Hexmoor’s Hollow awaits…

Running Time: 60 minutes
Age recommendation: 3+ due to loud noises and dragons!