This is a lecture on the development of the chair in terms of its construction and style from ancient times through to the 19th century and also its use as a symbol of power and authority in courtly ritual. Janusz Karczewski-Slowikowski is a freelance lecturer and researcher in English furniture history and also an antique […] ...

One of the UK’s most acclaimed voices in Americana, folk and country music, singer-songwriter Robert Vincent returns to the Henrician with his band following his captivating performance here in 2025. Rooted in deeply personal storytelling and social observation, Vincent’s songs have earned widespread critical acclaim, with Entertainment Focus describing him as having “secured his place […] ...

This compelling show, written and performed by Mark Stratford, tells the story of the great Victorian actor-manager, William Charles Macready – the man to whom Charles Dickens dedicated Nicholas Nickleby. A must for drama fans, this remarkable true tale captures the sheer joy, graft and tribulations of a life lived in theatre. With passion, humour, emotion, […] ...

Step right up and prepare to be amazed by the one-man extravaganza, “Magic & Marvels,” presented by the extraordinary and multi-skilled performer, Michael Jordan! Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey into the realm of wonder and enchantment as Michael showcases his incredible talents in magic and circus arts.Direct from the iconic Blackpool Tower […] ...

In the second half of the nineteenth-century an extraordinary group of purpose-built studio-houses were built on the edge of London’s Holland Park. At their centre was the house built by Frederic Leighton from the mid-1860s. With its vast studio and exotic Arab Hall it provided an inspiration to other artists who commissioned houses of their own. […] ...

Bold, brilliant, and bursting with iconic anthems, We Will Rock You is a celebration of the unmatched musical legacy of Queen, fused with a thrilling theatrical experience unlike any other. Since its explosive West End debut, this electrifying jukebox musical has captivated millions worldwide with its high-octane energy, larger-than-life characters, and unforgettable soundtrack. Featuring over 20 of […] ...

Bold, brilliant, and bursting with iconic anthems, We Will Rock You is a celebration of the unmatched musical legacy of Queen, fused with a thrilling theatrical experience unlike any other. Since its explosive West End debut, this electrifying jukebox musical has captivated millions worldwide with its high-octane energy, larger-than-life characters, and unforgettable soundtrack. Featuring over 20 of […] ...

Bold, brilliant, and bursting with iconic anthems, We Will Rock You is a celebration of the unmatched musical legacy of Queen, fused with a thrilling theatrical experience unlike any other. Since its explosive West End debut, this electrifying jukebox musical has captivated millions worldwide with its high-octane energy, larger-than-life characters, and unforgettable soundtrack. Featuring over 20 of […] ...

Bold, brilliant, and bursting with iconic anthems, We Will Rock You is a celebration of the unmatched musical legacy of Queen, fused with a thrilling theatrical experience unlike any other. Since its explosive West End debut, this electrifying jukebox musical has captivated millions worldwide with its high-octane energy, larger-than-life characters, and unforgettable soundtrack. Featuring over 20 of […] ...

Bold, brilliant, and bursting with iconic anthems, We Will Rock You is a celebration of the unmatched musical legacy of Queen, fused with a thrilling theatrical experience unlike any other. Since its explosive West End debut, this electrifying jukebox musical has captivated millions worldwide with its high-octane energy, larger-than-life characters, and unforgettable soundtrack. Featuring over 20 of […] ...

Emmeline Pankhurst is one of the most influential and well-known British women to have ever lived. She fought tirelessly for women to have the vote. She was imprisoned several times, often went on hunger strike, and was force-fed on at least three occasions. Having failed to make any impression on the male electorate and parliamentarians […] ...

Spend an evening in the company of this fine six-piece band to celebrate the British Blues explosion of the 1960s. From Muddy Waters to John Mayall and Peter Green, The Classic Blues Show recaptures the authentic sound of British Blues musicians and the artists who inspired them. The band’s engaging commentary weaves a narrative through […] ...

ALL ABOARD FOR A BRAND-NEW FESTIVE ADVENTURE FOR 2026! From the team behind your favourite family productions comes an enchanting new Christmas experience… The Santa Express: Lost in Lapland!   When Santa’s magical train takes a wrong turn, the journey to Christmas is thrown into chaos! Join our brave festive friends as they race through […] ...

ALL ABOARD FOR A BRAND-NEW FESTIVE ADVENTURE FOR 2026! From the team behind your favourite family productions comes an enchanting new Christmas experience… The Santa Express: Lost in Lapland!   When Santa’s magical train takes a wrong turn, the journey to Christmas is thrown into chaos! Join our brave festive friends as they race through […] ...

The principal aim of this lecture is to understand better the films of one of America’s greatest film makers by placing his work in the historical context of Jeffersonian democracy. Although Capra’s films were mostly set in his contemporary America the lecture looks at the reasons why that rural idyll, so foreign to the growth […] ...

This highly illustrated talk explores 900 years of stained glass, with at least one window from each of England’s 43 cathedrals, Westminster Abbey and St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle, and exploring medieval masterpieces via the Reformation and nineteenth century Gothic Revival to striking contemporary commissions, revealing how coloured light has shaped worship, storytelling and space. […] ...

Phoenix Theatre Group presents a magical pantomime adventure with Sleeping Beauty! When the beautiful Princess Aurora is cursed by the wicked Carabosse, it seems her fate is sealed, or is it? Can true love, a sprinkle of fairy magic and a heroic Prince save the day? Join our spellbinding fairies, the hilarious Dame Queen Dottie, […] ...

Phoenix Theatre Group presents a magical pantomime adventure with Sleeping Beauty! When the beautiful Princess Aurora is cursed by the wicked Carabosse, it seems her fate is sealed, or is it? Can true love, a sprinkle of fairy magic and a heroic Prince save the day? Join our spellbinding fairies, the hilarious Dame Queen Dottie, […] ...

Phoenix Theatre Group presents a magical pantomime adventure with Sleeping Beauty! When the beautiful Princess Aurora is cursed by the wicked Carabosse, it seems her fate is sealed, or is it? Can true love, a sprinkle of fairy magic and a heroic Prince save the day? Join our spellbinding fairies, the hilarious Dame Queen Dottie, […] ...

Phoenix Theatre Group presents a magical pantomime adventure with Sleeping Beauty! When the beautiful Princess Aurora is cursed by the wicked Carabosse, it seems her fate is sealed, or is it? Can true love, a sprinkle of fairy magic and a heroic Prince save the day? Join our spellbinding fairies, the hilarious Dame Queen Dottie, […] ...

Phoenix Theatre Group presents a magical pantomime adventure with Sleeping Beauty! When the beautiful Princess Aurora is cursed by the wicked Carabosse, it seems her fate is sealed, or is it? Can true love, a sprinkle of fairy magic and a heroic Prince save the day? Join our spellbinding fairies, the hilarious Dame Queen Dottie, […] ...

Rodin is one of the heroic figures of 19th century art history and was internationally celebrated during his lifetime. But after his death his reputation slipped and there were questions about his use of the female image. Now that is very much being reassessed and he is seen as having in one career taken sculpture […] ...

Bringing the unstoppable energy, dazzling choreography, and iconic style of the world’s biggest music phenomenon, this spectacular tribute show celebrates the global K-pop explosion like never before. Featuring live vocals and high-energy performances, the show takes you on a non-stop journey through the greatest hits of your favourite K-pop idols. Expect smash hits from: BTS […] ...

The Neil Coley Bigband was formed in 1998 by keyboard player Neil since then over the past 28 years the band has entertained audiences throughout the Midlands. The band is the classic sixteen piece bigband setup,plus accomplished vocalists Rich Hazlewood and Sarah Warman. The theme of tonights concert will be songs and music from Sinatra […] ...