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Nineteen things to do in Birmingham in December
And now Julie Wallis’ George Michael calendar is just one more page. (She’s getting a Birmingham calendar in 2020!) and we have reached the end of the year. Here’s nineteen things to do in the city of Birmingham in December 2019:
Kipper’s Snowy Day (26th November to 31st December)
Midlands Arts Centre, Cannon Hill Park, Birmingham, B12 9QH
Throughout December, Slot Machine Theatre will bring a wonderful story with Kipper the Dog by Mike Inkpen to life on stage at Midlands Arts Centre.
Find out more and book tickets here: macbirmingham.co.uk/event/slot-machine-theatre-kippers-snowy-day
Xmas at City Social (28th November to 21st December)
Suffolk Street Queensway Underpass, Birmingham B1 1LN
Look out for food traders like Roastie Toastie and Asher’s UK plus pick up Christmas Gifts, have a seasonal drink and enjoy some live entertainment all undercover at the underpass by the Mailbox.
Find out more here: thecitysocial.co.uk
Cadbury World Christmas (Until 23rd December)
Linden Road, Birmingham B30 1JR
Discover the history of chocolate and the tasty history of Cadbury and its creation in Bournville now a suburb of Birmingham. Plus see Santa’s stage show!
Plan your visit here: cadburyworld.co.uk/whats-on/christmas
Peter Pan [Reimagined] (30th November to 19th January)
Birmingham Repertory Theatre, Broad Street, Birmingham B1 2EP
This is Peter Pan as you’ve never seen it before. Set in the urban landscape of modern Birmingham.
Book tickets here: birmingham-rep.co.uk/whats-on/peter-pan.html
How The Grinch Stole Christmas (3rd to 7th December)
The Alexandra, Suffolk Street Queensway, Birmingham B5 4DS
The Alexandra website says:
Magnificent sets and costumes inspired by Dr. Seuss create the whimsical world of Whoville, while Max the Dog narrates the story of the scheming Grinch whose heart is ‘two sizes too small,’.
Book tickets with BrumHour’s affiliate link >> HERE <<.
A Christmas Carol (3rd to 14th December)
Crescent Theatre, Sheepcote Street, Birmingham B16 8AE
The classic story returns to to Crescent Theatre for December presented by The Crescent Theatre Company.
Book tickets >> HERE <<.
Festive Tours/Georgian Christmas Tours (4th to 19th December)
Aston Hall, Trinity Road, Birmingham B6 6JD and Soho House, Soho Avenue, Birmingham B18 5LB
Step back in time to discover how Birmingham celebrated Christmas in the past with festive tours.
Book tickets for Festive Tours at Aston Hall >> HERE <<.
Book tickets to Georgian Christmas Tours >> HERE <<.
Christmas Comedy at Glee (4th to 22nd December)
The Glee Club, The Arcadian, Hurst Street, Birmingham B5 4TD
Join regulars including Andy Robinson and Dana Alexander for Christmas comedy specials at The Glee Club throughout December.
Book here: glee.co.uk/birmingham/christmas
John Walker (4th December to 23rd February)
Ikon Gallery, 1 Oozells Square, Birmingham B1 2HS
Birmingham-born artist John Walker was described by the Boston Globe in 2014 as “one of the standout abstract painters of the last 50 years”. Ikon gallery says “Walker was the first artist to show at Ikon Gallery when it moved in 1972 to new premises in the Birmingham Shopping Centre above New Street Station.” See this exhibition at Ikon until 23rd February 2020.
Find out more here: ikon-gallery.org/event/john-walker
Marvel Universe Live! (5th to 8th December)
Birmingham Arena, (Formerly the NIA) King Edwards Road, Birmingham B1 2AA
See stage versions of your MCU heroes on stage with their fast-paced new show.
Book tickets with BrumHour’s affiliate link >> HERE <<.
Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play (5th to 24th December)
The Old Joint Stock, 4 Temple Row West, Birmingham B2 5NY
Close your eyes and imagine you are listening to a 1950s radio play full of special sound effects and character, or open your eyes and watch the actors throw themselves into their characters right in front of you.
Book tickets here: oldjointstock.co.uk/whats-on/miracle-on-34th-street
Birmingham Revolutions – Power to the People (7th December to 4th September)
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham B3 3DH
BMAG says:
This display will explore Birmingham’s vibrant and varied history of protest and activism, and the role the city has played in some of the most important campaigns and movements in British history.
From the Priestley Riots of 1791 all the way through to the LGBTQ+ campaigns of today, ‘Birmingham Revolutions – Power to the People’ is a chance to discover the different voices and ideas that have contributed to the fight for a better Birmingham.
See more details here: birminghammuseums.org.uk/bmag/whats-on/birmingham-revolutions-power-to-the-people
The King and I (10th December to 4th January)
The Alexandra, Suffolk Street Queensway, Birmingham B5 4DS
The story of Anna and the King of Siam comes to Birmingham with a team created from both the West End and Broadway productions of this classic musical.
Book tickets with BrumHour’s affiliate link >> HERE <<.
Unfortunate: The Untold Story (16th to 22nd December)
Patrick Studio, Birmingham Hippodrome, Hurst Street, Birmingham B5 4TB
Fat Rascal Theatre bring their unique musical storytelling to Birmingham Hippodrome with this adults-only story of Ursula from The Little Mermaid.
Book tickets here: birminghamhippodrome.com/calendar/unfortunate-the-untold-story
Festive Extravaganza (18th December)
THSH Birmingham, Town Hall, Victoria Square, Birmingham B3 3DQ
Featuring artists including Reggae Philharmonic Orchestra, Legends, Black Voices, Melika The Violinist, Lady Sanity, Tribute To The Music of John Holt: Lee Alexander and Music of Wassifa Showcase, join this festive extravaganza at Birmingham Town Hall for one night only.
Book tickets here: thsh.co.uk/event/festive-extravaganza-reggae-philharmonic-orchestra-guests-music-wassifa-showcase
CBSO: A Choral Christmas (18th to 20th December)
THSH Birmingham, Symphony Hall, Broad Street, Birmingham B1 2EA
Join The CBSO for an evening of music with carols, tunes and celebration with City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, presented by Hugh Dennis with conductor Simon Halsey.
Book tickets here: thsh.co.uk/event/cbso-a-choral-christmas
George’s Marvellous Medicine (21st December to 29th December)
Blue Orange Theatre, 118 Great Hampton Street, Birmingham B18 6AD
The gloriously messy story of George and his Grandma arrives at Blue Orange Theatre for the Christmas period.
Get tickets here: blueorangetheatre.co.uk/project/georges-marvellous-medicine-21st-29th-december
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (21st December to 2nd February)
Birmingham Hippodrome, Hurst Street, Birmingham B5 4TB
One of the world’s biggest pantomimes, the Brum Panto at Birmingham Hippodrome is famous for its sheer scale, humour and variety. This year featuring Lesley Joseph, Faye Brookes, Joe McElderry and Flawless alongside Brum Panto regular Matt Slack.
Book tickets to the #BrumPanto here: birminghamhippodrome.com/calendar/snow-white-the-seven-dwarfs
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt (26th December to 12 January)
THSH Birmingham, Town Hall, Victoria Square, Birmingham B3 3DQ
THSH Birmingham says:
See the smash-hit production of We’re Going on a Bear Hunt on tour, direct from the West End, as it returns vividly and noisily in director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation set to Benji Bower’s versatile lively score.
Get tickets here: thsh.co.uk/event/were-going-on-a-bear-hunt
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