Festivals
Birmingham loves to celebrate the best in the arts, music and culture. That’s why we have so many events and festivals throughout the year. Take a look at the link below to see what’s coming up. Then, whatever takes your fancy - from Artsfest to our various festivals of folk, jazz or British Arts and Street Sounds - make sure you plan to be here to enjoy it for yourself.
What's Coming Up?
Birmingham is set to secure its position as an international dance capital with the announcement of the inaugural International Dance Festival Birmingham.
A joint venture between DanceXchange and the Birmingham Hippodrome, the month-long Festival will take place across the city between 28 April and 24 May 2008.
International Dance Festival Birmingham will capture the imagination with a world-class programme that encompasses all styles of dance and expresses the youthful, diverse and energetic spirit of Birmingham.
It will bring outstanding dance from across the globe, showcasing the work of world-renowned dance companies including Kirov Ballet and Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan, alongside specially choreographed commissions and large-scale participatory and site-specific performances. Akram Khan MBE presents his new collaboration with National Ballet of China, bahok, as one of the Festival highlights.
Featuring some of the worlds greatest choreographers, International Dance Festival Birmingham promises to engage established audiences and newcomers alike through the sheer diversity of its programme.
With host venues scattered across the city centre from The Birmingham REP and Town Hall, to Birmingham Hippodrome and IKON Gallerys Eastside venue, there will be lots of opportunities to see and participate in dance activities.
The Festival will also take over outdoor locations in the City Centre and shop windows in the stylish retail heart of the City, really bringing dance to the people!