Events A Tale of Scale: How do we know about forest response to climate change? DatesMonday 10 October 2022 (17:30-18:30)LocationAston Webb Lecture Theatre WG5 - Edgbaston Campus Live at the Lapworth: Samantha-Jayne DatesThursday 15 December 2022 (19:00-21:30)LocationLapworth Museum - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map) Medici 2023 DatesWednesday 11 January (09:00) - Wednesday 29 March 2023 (17:00)LocationEdgbaston Park Hotel 53 Edgbaston Park Road Birmingham B15 2RS Search for: Search All eventsPerformanceLectures, Talks and WorkshopsCultural ProgrammeResearch 24Mar Ceremony: Pop Comes to Campus DatesThursday 24 March (09:00) - Friday 28 October 2022 (19:00)LocationFoyer - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionResearchers are ripping open the pages of the student newspapers, exploring the gig culture on campus, and curating a public exhibition featuring archive material in partnership with Birmingham Music Archive. 25Apr A History through Objects: Research and Innovation at the University of Birmingham DatesMonday 25 April 2022 (12:00) - Monday 31 July 2023 (12:00)LocationAston Webb BuidlingDescriptionThis exhibition showcases a range of historical and contemporary examples of research and discovery, created in Birmingham with global reach - affecting the lives of millions of people around the world. 1Jul Family Activities – Tilly The Trilobite's Hidden Word Trail DatesFriday 1 July 2022 (10:00) - Friday 30 June 2023 (10:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionCan you find the letters hidden around the museum? Grab a trail sheet from the Reception desk and get hunting. 1Jul Family Activities – Borrow a Backpack Trail DatesFriday 1 July 2022 (10:00) - Monday 31 July 2023 (17:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionNEW! Fossil Detectives Backpack Trail. Visit the museum reception to borrow one of our new backpack trails on your visit to the Lapworth. 22Jul Everything to Everybody: Your Shakespeare, Your Culture DatesFriday 22 July (11:00) - Saturday 5 November 2022 (17:00)LocationLibrary of Birmingham, The GalleryDescriptionThis exhibition invites audiences to immerse themselves in the unique story of the People's Shakespeare Library. 13Sep Mary Anning DatesTuesday 13 September (10:00) - Thursday 22 December 2022 (17:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionAn exhibition of drawings and watercolours inspired by the Lapworth Museum collections by Phillip Richardson. 1Oct Black History Month 2022 DatesSaturday 1 October (00:00) - Monday 31 October 2022 (23:59)DescriptionOctober is Black History Month and the University will again be celebrating the culture and histories of black and minority ethnic communities with a comprehensive programme of events. 1Oct Mental Health Stigma in the Black Community DatesSaturday 1 October (07:00) - Monday 31 October 2022 (17:00)LocationOnlineDescriptionBlack hisroty month, employee assistance programme, webinar 1Oct Cadbury Research Library - Black History Flickr aAlbum DatesSaturday 1 October (09:00) - Monday 31 October 2022 (18:00)LocationCadbury Research LibraryDescriptionBlack History Month, Cadbury Research Library launches its updated Black History Flickr album. It features examples from archives and rare books held in the care of the University of Birmingham. 6Oct The therapeutic wanderings of Pericles DatesThursday 6 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Kirsty Bushell (Actor). 7Oct First Encounters: Musical Journeys From The First Age of Globalisation DatesFriday 7 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThis performance explores music which spanned the continents of Europe and Asia in the 17th and 18th centuries, including music from the Ming and Qing dynasties played on the Chinese guzheng and harpsichord. 9Oct Orchestral Taster Sessions: Baroque-Classical Orchestra DatesSunday 9 October 2022 (18:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionYour opportunity to try out our period/early music orchestra: Baroque-Classical Orchestra directed by Professor Andrew Kirkman. 10Oct The Black Heroes of Mathematics DatesMonday 10 October 2022 (13:00-14:00)LocationWG05 Lecture Theatre - Aston Webb Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionBlack history month, Black Heroes of Mathematics, Professor Nira Chamberlain 10Oct A Tale of Scale: How do we know about forest response to climate change? DatesMonday 10 October 2022 (17:30-18:30)LocationAston Webb Lecture Theatre WG5 - Edgbaston CampusDescriptionPart of the Lapworth Lecture Series. A Tale of Scale: How do we know about forest response to climate change? A talk by Bridget Warren from the University of Birmingham. 12Oct Black Heritage Careers Panel Event DatesWednesday 12 October 2022 (12:00-13:00)LocationZoom - registration requiredDescriptionDuring this event we'll be hearing from organisations dedicated to supporting Black Heritage students to develop their careers via different avenues of support, including internships and mentoring programmes. 13Oct Poor naked wretches DatesThursday 13 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Steve Unwin. 14Oct Iyad Sughayer DatesFriday 14 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionChosen as "One to Watch" by International Piano Magazine, Iyad makes his Barber Concerts debut with this performance. 19Oct HR BHM quiz DatesWednesday 19 October 2022 (12:30-13:30)LocationZoomDescriptionBlack History Month quiz, human resources 19Oct Highlighting the contributions of Black Astronomers and Astrophysicists DatesWednesday 19 October 2022 (13:00-14:30)LocationBridge Study Room Watson/Poynting building (R15/R13 on the university campus map)DescriptionBlack History Month, unveiling event for a set of posters highlighting Astrophysicists from that identify as black. 19Oct Professor Sylvie Delacroix Inaugural Lecture DatesWednesday 19 October 2022 (17:30-18:30)LocationArts Main Lecture Theatre (room 120)DescriptionHabitual Ethics: What if data-intensive technologies' ability to mould habits with unprecedented precision is also capable of triggering some mass disability of profound consequences? 20Oct The Birmingham Economic Review 2022 DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (09:00-11:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionThe launch event of the Birmingham Economic Review 2022 20Oct Digitizing Early Modern performance: a roundtable DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute roundtable with the University of Illinois Digital Theatre. 20Oct Inaugural Lecture of Professor Neil Hotchin DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (16:30-18:00)LocationBiosciences 301DescriptionInaugural Lecture of Professor Neil Hotchin 20Oct 'Exposed' film screening DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (18:00-20:30)LocationLeonard Deacon Lecture Theatre, Birmingham Medical School, B1 on Edgbaston Campus MapDescriptionscreening of the film 'Exposed': Racism and the Pandemic, a documentary about the experiences of racism of nurses and mid-wives before, during and after the pandemic. Followed by panel discussion. 21Oct Anti-Racism in Higher Education DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (11:00-12:15)Locationalan walters, Alan Walters G11Description2020 Black Lives Matter movement, the higher education sector, bold commitments to dismantling structural racism. higher education can combat institutional racism and achieve real change. 21Oct Aunt Jen and Letters Home DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (12:30-14:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionShedding light on the daily lives of the first Windrush generation immigrants and their families, Paulette will be reading from her books and discussing Black writing, followed by a Q&A, book signing. 21Oct Black History Month: Aunt Jen and Letters Home, Professor Paulette Ramsay DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (12:30-14:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionAunt Jen and Letters Home by Professor Paulette Ramsay tell the stories of daily lives of the first Windrush generation immigrants and their families through their diary entries and letters. 21Oct Mithras Trio DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (13:00-14:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionPraised for their "exquisite phrasing", "full-blooded commitment" and "bold, passionate colours", the Mithras Trio is fast growing a reputation as one of the next generation's most exciting piano trios. 22Oct 'What is the future of care?' – a digital exhibition DatesSaturday 22 October (00:00) - Sunday 13 November 2022 (00:00)DescriptionIMPACT (Improving Adult Care Together) is running a digital exhibition made up of submissions from members of the public on the topics: what does care mean to you in your local area and what is the future of care? 24Oct ONS Economic Forum - Birmingham DatesMonday 24 October 2022 (09:30-12:30)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionONS Regional Economic Forum will present the current state of the UK economy and present data and analysis for your area at a local level. 24Oct Family Event - Mary Anning at the Museum DatesMonday 24 October 2022 (10:00-16:30)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionDrop into the Lapworth Museum of Geology and meet Mary Anning! 26Oct Home for half-term: family activities on Wednesday 26 October DatesWednesday 26 October 2022 (10:30-14:30)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionHome can mean different things to different people. Express your own idea of home in a creative and fun way at The Exchange this half term. 26Oct Public Lecture on Buddhist Philosophy of Religion DatesWednesday 26 October 2022 (17:00-18:30)LocationAlan Waters Building - Room G11Description"Explanation or Insight: How Buddhist Knowledge Can Set You Free" by Amber Carpenter (Yale-NUS) 26Oct Sean Shibe DatesWednesday 26 October 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionOne of the foremost guitarists of his generation, Sean Shibe brings a fresh and innovative approach to the traditional classical guitar, incorporating electric guitar into his recitals. 27Oct Home for half term: Diya lamps for Diwali DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (10:30-13:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin artist and educator Amerjit Kaur-Dhaliwal for a family workshop where you'll learn about traditional Indian patterns and decorate your own Diya lamp to take home. 27Oct Home for half-term: family activities on Thursday 27 October DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (10:30-14:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionCome to The Exchange to take part in our giant drawing and add your ideas to the ever-growing artwork 27Oct Womens Network Book Club DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (12:00-13:00)LocationZoom - registration requiredDescriptionWomen's network book club. Black history month event 27Oct Emancipating the Anthropocene through eco-Shakespeare performance: the global Cymbeline project DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Randall Martin. 27Oct Levelling up the country or levelling up our city? DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (18:00-19:30)LocationEdgbaston Park Hotel 53 Edgbaston Park Road Edgbaston Park Road Birmingham B15 2RS, Writers’ SuiteDescriptionJoin Professor Chris Millward and a panel of West Midlands leaders to explore the opportunities and challenges of Levelling Up for our region. 27Oct Sexuality, race and place in Birmingham DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (18:30-20:30)LocationBirmingham Hippodrome, The PWC suiteDescriptionAn immersive participatory event bringing together academic and community knowledge on race, place and sexuality in Birmingham. 27Oct Black History Month: Here To Stay DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (19:00-21:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionDiscover the Here To Stay exhibition by Inès Elsa Dalal, commemorating the 70th anniversary of the arrival of HMS Empire Windrush and the birth of the NHS. 27Oct Here to Stay DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (19:00-21:30)LocationThe Exchange: Assembly RoomDescriptionArt and discussion exploring experiences of Black, Asian & Minoritized Ethnic people working in NHS. Experiences of the Black brown migrant nurses & midwives about their experiences of racism the pandemic. Exposed. 28Oct Home for half-term: family activities on Friday 28 October DatesFriday 28 October 2022 (10:30-14:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionCome along to this family workshop and make a ladybird lodge, minibeast motel or ant apartment using natural and recycled materials. 28Oct Demonic and Divine DatesFriday 28 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionPerennially popular pianist Kenneth Hamilton presents the first of two lecture-recitals this academic year, memorably traversing themes of the demonic and divine in Romantic music. 29Oct BEASTdome DatesSaturday 29 October 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationThe Dome - The BramallDescriptionBEAST welcomes Iranian electronics composer and performer, Hadi Bastini, and former University of Birmingham resident artist, Loula Yorke for their opening concert of the 2022/23 season. 1Nov Decriminalising poverty via re-imagining the criminal justice system DatesTuesday 1 November 2022 (18:00-19:30)DescriptionDecriminalising poverty via re-imagining the criminal justice system 3Nov Communities in Energy Transition Engaging with Net Zero in Birmingham DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (10:00-15:00)LocationBirmingham Energy Innovation centre at Tyseley Energy ParkDescriptionAs the UK faces an energy crisis, join us for a walk-in exhibit exploring the options for new domestic heating technology. 3Nov Communities in Energy Transition: Engaging with Net Zero in Birmingham DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (10:00-15:00)LocationBirmingham Energy Innovation Centre, Tyseley Energy ParkDescriptionEngaging with Decarbonisation and Net Zero in East Birmingham 3Nov RSC writing workshop with artists Hannah Khalil and Chris White DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (10:00-16:00)LocationSelly Oak CampusDescriptionAs part of the University's partnership with the (RSC), the RSC is offering all postgraduate students in EDACS the opportunity to take part in a FREE writing workshop with artists Hannah Khalil and Chris White. 3Nov The Birmingham Business School Advisory Board Guest Lecture DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (17:30-19:00)LocationAlan Walters Building (R29 on campus map), In person eventDescriptionDelivered this year by Mark Lomas, Head of Culture at Lloyds of London, the title of this year's lecture is 'From Rhetoric to Reality'. 3Nov The Phenomenon of the Peaky Blinders DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)Location43-45 Meriden Street, B5 5LS, Digbeth, Irish Quarter, Nortons DigbethDescriptionAn evening of talks which will unpick the Peaky Blinders phenomenon and the effect of the television series on Birmingham and the region. 4Nov Jordan Bak and Joseph Havlat DatesFriday 4 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAward-winning Jamaican-American violist Jordan Bak brings gems of the viola repertoire our Elgar Concert Hall. 4Nov The importance of listening to youth voice: relationships and sex education DatesFriday 4 November 2022 (13:00-17:00)LocationAlan Walters Building - University of Birmingham, Room G11 - Ground Floor - Alan WaltersDescriptionDr Sophie King-Hill, youth professionals and students from Birmingham University School for an enlightening discussion on the importance of listening to young people's views on relationships and sex education. 5Nov Weekend Workshop: Food and home DatesSaturday 5 November 2022 (12:00-16:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin community partners from across Birmingham for this hands-on, practical and informative event about food, cooking and healthy eating. 7Nov Law PhD Proposals and Funding Applications Workshop DatesMonday 7 November 2022 (16:00-18:00)LocationZoomDescriptionA free workshop for Law students on writing PhD Proposals and making Funding Applications to Birmingham Law School 7Nov The School to Prison Pipeline: A UK Perspective DatesMonday 7 November 2022 (18:00-19:30)LocationRoom G12 Main Lecture Theatre Birmingham Business SchoolDescriptionA lively and engaging panel debate with audience engagement, examining the school to prison pipeline in the UK. 8Nov All Our Money: How do Local Authorities Generate and Spend Money? DatesTuesday 8 November 2022 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionEach year Birmingham City Council spends more than £3,000,000,000. But where does all this money come from and how do they decide where it all goes? This workshop will help to answer these questions. 8Nov All Our Money: How local authorities generate and spend money? DatesTuesday 8 November 2022 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionAll Our Money: Understanding Birmingham City Council's funding flows 9Nov How to fall in love with your local high street DatesWednesday 9 November 2022 (18:00-19:30)LocationOnline - a zoom link will be sent to you following registrationDescriptionRetail expert Dr Sarah Montano will lead a lively panel of retailers and consumers to debate how we can fall in love with our local high street 9Nov Bringing Future Flight to Life: Debating the Potential Impacts on Society DatesWednesday 9 November 2022 (19:00-20:30)LocationOnline - a zoom link will be sent to you following registrationDescriptionAn interactive discussion of the ways new future flight technologies (including drones and air taxis) might affect where and how we live. 9Nov Celebrating sanctuary: Birmingham and the refugee experience, 1750-2002 DatesWednesday 9 November 2022 (19:00-20:15)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin Dr Malcolm Dick, Director of the Centre for West Midlands History at the University of Birmingham, as he explores the stories of refugees who have come to the city and contributed to its rich narratives and legacy. 9Nov Young Lives in the Spotlight: Poverty, Place & Belonging in Balsall Heath DatesWednesday 9 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationBalsall Heath, Birmingham, The GAPDescriptionIn collaboration with the GAP Arts Project, this event will showcase the performances of eight young people telling the story of poverty, place and belonging in their local area. 10Nov 'Anglo-Italian Shakespeare', with La Sapienza colleagues, Rome DatesThursday 10 November 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by La Sapienza. 10Nov Misogyny in British Politics: Why it happens and how to challenge it DatesThursday 10 November 2022 (19:30-21:00)LocationRoom G11 - Ground Floor - Alan Walters, University of Birmingham - Edgbaston - B15 2TTDescriptionMisogyny in British Politics: Why it happens and how to challenge it 11Nov An Afternoon At Court DatesFriday 11 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescription'An Afternoon at Court' presents songs and sagas of royal figures across the ages, from King Harald's Saga by Judith Weir to Schubert's Ave Maria. 12Nov University Liturgical Choir DatesSaturday 12 November 2022 (17:30-19:30)LocationLichfield CathedralDescriptionEnjoy the stunning architecture of Lichfield Cathedral as the University of Birmingham Liturgical Choir perform Evensong under their director Dr Paul Rodmell. 13Nov What is community wellbeing? An interactive map-making session for all ages and abilities DatesSunday 13 November 2022 (10:00-16:00)LocationGarden Studio, The MAC Birmingham Cannon Hill Park Birmingham B12 9QHDescriptionThe event will invite individuals, families, younger and older people to contribute their ideas, imagery, photos, drawings, and recordings to a giant community wellbeing map. 17Nov Blanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan DatesThursday 17 November 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionBlanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan 17Nov Late night exchange: Designing for joy DatesThursday 17 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin Richard O'Gorman a Birmingham-based interior stylist and mural artist in a discussion around his inspirations and have a go at designing and drawing your own magical murals and special spaces. 18Nov King Edwards School DatesFriday 18 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe talented students from King Edward's School and King Edward VI High School for Girls give their annual Barber Concert. 19Nov Weekend Workshop: Linocut printing workshop for 14–18 year olds DatesSaturday 19 November 2022 (13:00-16:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionLearn how to use the linocut method to create printing blocks with your choice of unique patterns and colours. 19Nov Instrumental Choirs Gala DatesSaturday 19 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationSt George’s Church - EdgbastonDescriptionJoining forces to present this gala concert are three of the Music Society's instrumental choirs. Open to all, these ensembles also provide opportunity for young conducting talent. 20Nov University Wind Band and String Orchestra DatesSunday 20 November 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society welcomes you for an afternoon of music performed by the student-led Wind Band and String Orchestra. 25Nov Turini Ensemble DatesFriday 25 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe newly-formed Turini Ensemble brings together four of the UK's finest early musicians. They present exciting and emotionally moving music from the lavish and colourful baroque era. 25Nov University Brass Band and Chamber Choirs DatesFriday 25 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe University Brass Band and student-led Chamber Choirs team up for an evening of entertainment. 26Nov Mass In Blue DatesSaturday 26 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society's 150 strong chorus perform with their director Julian Wilkins. 27Nov Birmingham University Singers and University Upper Voices DatesSunday 27 November 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionCommence the festive season with an afternoon of performances from the highly acclaimed Birmingham University Singers and University Upper Voices. 27Nov Honorary President Q+A: Jess Gillam DatesSunday 27 November 2022 (17:30-19:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe committee and Student President of the University of Birmingham Music Society present a relaxed Q&A session with their 2022 Honorary Music Society President, renowned British Saxophonist, Jess Gillam. 30Nov Birmingham Energy Institute: Energy, heat and home DatesWednesday 30 November 2022 (19:00-20:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin the Birmingham Energy Institute for this information sharing event, where you can find out about the research being done into way we deliver, consume and think about energy. 30Nov Soul Strings DatesWednesday 30 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAn exciting collaborative project between master sarod players, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, and violin virtuoso Jennifer Pike. 1Dec Aboutness in Shakespeare's poetry DatesThursday 1 December 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Stephen Guy-Bray. 1Dec Evil, Suffering, and Hope: Art and Poetry Exhibition DatesThursday 1 December 2022 (15:00-18:00)LocationWestmere House - Birmingham B15 2RA - G15 on the campus MapDescriptionThis exhibition event, organised by the Global Philosophy of Religion project, showcases an engagement between artwork, poetry, and philosophy. 2Dec Clipper Erickson DatesFriday 2 December 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAmerican pianist and musicologist, Clipper Erickson, presents the music of Canadian-American composer Nathaniel Dett, alongside Beethoven's Appassionata, and a work by Ukranian composer Mykola Lysenko 2Dec University Jazz Orchestra DatesFriday 2 December 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society Jazz Orchestra give their autumn term concert featuring the works of Maria Schneider. 3Dec Gospel Revisited DatesSaturday 3 December 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationTown Hall - BirminghamDescriptionGospel Revisited brings Gospel music to the major concert venues and performance spaces in the region, encouraging new audiences to discover the vast wealth of the Gospel music. 4Dec Philharmonic Orchestra DatesSunday 4 December 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society Philharmonic Orchestra celebrate the birthdays of John Williams (90th) and Ralph Vaughan Williams (150th). 8Dec Blanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan DatesThursday 8 December 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Professor Peter Holland (University of Notre Dame). 10Dec Birmingham University Singers DatesSaturday 10 December (18:30) - Sunday 11 December 2022 (17:00)LocationSt Michael's Church - Tenbury WellsDescriptionBirmingham University Singers make their annual visit to St Michael's Church with Dr Paul Rodmell. 12Dec University Carol Service DatesMonday 12 December 2022 (18:15-20:15)LocationThe Great Hall - Aston WebbDescriptionThe University invites you to attend the annual University Carol Service in The Great Hall. The University's multifaith chaplaincy lead the service, with music from the University Upper Voices choir. 15Dec Live at the Lapworth: Samantha-Jayne DatesThursday 15 December 2022 (19:00-21:30)LocationLapworth Museum - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionThe Lapworth is extremely excited to announce our new series of live music events in the Museum! Samantha-Jayne is one of the UK's most sought after events saxophonist as well as being a Smooth Jazz recording artist. 11Jan Medici 2023 DatesWednesday 11 January (09:00) - Wednesday 29 March 2023 (17:00)LocationEdgbaston Park Hotel 53 Edgbaston Park Road Birmingham B15 2RSDescriptionThe Medici Enterprise Training Programme will give you the business skills, knowledge and confidence you need to engage 24Mar Ceremony: Pop Comes to Campus DatesThursday 24 March (09:00) - Friday 28 October 2022 (19:00)LocationFoyer - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionResearchers are ripping open the pages of the student newspapers, exploring the gig culture on campus, and curating a public exhibition featuring archive material in partnership with Birmingham Music Archive. 1Oct Black History Month 2022 DatesSaturday 1 October (00:00) - Monday 31 October 2022 (23:59)DescriptionOctober is Black History Month and the University will again be celebrating the culture and histories of black and minority ethnic communities with a comprehensive programme of events. 7Oct First Encounters: Musical Journeys From The First Age of Globalisation DatesFriday 7 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThis performance explores music which spanned the continents of Europe and Asia in the 17th and 18th centuries, including music from the Ming and Qing dynasties played on the Chinese guzheng and harpsichord. 9Oct Orchestral Taster Sessions: Baroque-Classical Orchestra DatesSunday 9 October 2022 (18:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionYour opportunity to try out our period/early music orchestra: Baroque-Classical Orchestra directed by Professor Andrew Kirkman. 14Oct Iyad Sughayer DatesFriday 14 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionChosen as "One to Watch" by International Piano Magazine, Iyad makes his Barber Concerts debut with this performance. 21Oct Aunt Jen and Letters Home DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (12:30-14:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionShedding light on the daily lives of the first Windrush generation immigrants and their families, Paulette will be reading from her books and discussing Black writing, followed by a Q&A, book signing. 21Oct Mithras Trio DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (13:00-14:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionPraised for their "exquisite phrasing", "full-blooded commitment" and "bold, passionate colours", the Mithras Trio is fast growing a reputation as one of the next generation's most exciting piano trios. 26Oct Sean Shibe DatesWednesday 26 October 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionOne of the foremost guitarists of his generation, Sean Shibe brings a fresh and innovative approach to the traditional classical guitar, incorporating electric guitar into his recitals. 28Oct Demonic and Divine DatesFriday 28 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionPerennially popular pianist Kenneth Hamilton presents the first of two lecture-recitals this academic year, memorably traversing themes of the demonic and divine in Romantic music. 29Oct BEASTdome DatesSaturday 29 October 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationThe Dome - The BramallDescriptionBEAST welcomes Iranian electronics composer and performer, Hadi Bastini, and former University of Birmingham resident artist, Loula Yorke for their opening concert of the 2022/23 season. 4Nov Jordan Bak and Joseph Havlat DatesFriday 4 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAward-winning Jamaican-American violist Jordan Bak brings gems of the viola repertoire our Elgar Concert Hall. 8Nov All Our Money: How do Local Authorities Generate and Spend Money? DatesTuesday 8 November 2022 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionEach year Birmingham City Council spends more than £3,000,000,000. But where does all this money come from and how do they decide where it all goes? This workshop will help to answer these questions. 11Nov An Afternoon At Court DatesFriday 11 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescription'An Afternoon at Court' presents songs and sagas of royal figures across the ages, from King Harald's Saga by Judith Weir to Schubert's Ave Maria. 12Nov University Liturgical Choir DatesSaturday 12 November 2022 (17:30-19:30)LocationLichfield CathedralDescriptionEnjoy the stunning architecture of Lichfield Cathedral as the University of Birmingham Liturgical Choir perform Evensong under their director Dr Paul Rodmell. 18Nov King Edwards School DatesFriday 18 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe talented students from King Edward's School and King Edward VI High School for Girls give their annual Barber Concert. 19Nov Instrumental Choirs Gala DatesSaturday 19 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationSt George’s Church - EdgbastonDescriptionJoining forces to present this gala concert are three of the Music Society's instrumental choirs. Open to all, these ensembles also provide opportunity for young conducting talent. 20Nov University Wind Band and String Orchestra DatesSunday 20 November 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society welcomes you for an afternoon of music performed by the student-led Wind Band and String Orchestra. 25Nov Turini Ensemble DatesFriday 25 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe newly-formed Turini Ensemble brings together four of the UK's finest early musicians. They present exciting and emotionally moving music from the lavish and colourful baroque era. 25Nov University Brass Band and Chamber Choirs DatesFriday 25 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe University Brass Band and student-led Chamber Choirs team up for an evening of entertainment. 26Nov Mass In Blue DatesSaturday 26 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society's 150 strong chorus perform with their director Julian Wilkins. 27Nov Birmingham University Singers and University Upper Voices DatesSunday 27 November 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionCommence the festive season with an afternoon of performances from the highly acclaimed Birmingham University Singers and University Upper Voices. 27Nov Honorary President Q+A: Jess Gillam DatesSunday 27 November 2022 (17:30-19:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe committee and Student President of the University of Birmingham Music Society present a relaxed Q&A session with their 2022 Honorary Music Society President, renowned British Saxophonist, Jess Gillam. 30Nov Soul Strings DatesWednesday 30 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAn exciting collaborative project between master sarod players, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, and violin virtuoso Jennifer Pike. 2Dec Clipper Erickson DatesFriday 2 December 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAmerican pianist and musicologist, Clipper Erickson, presents the music of Canadian-American composer Nathaniel Dett, alongside Beethoven's Appassionata, and a work by Ukranian composer Mykola Lysenko 2Dec University Jazz Orchestra DatesFriday 2 December 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society Jazz Orchestra give their autumn term concert featuring the works of Maria Schneider. 3Dec Gospel Revisited DatesSaturday 3 December 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationTown Hall - BirminghamDescriptionGospel Revisited brings Gospel music to the major concert venues and performance spaces in the region, encouraging new audiences to discover the vast wealth of the Gospel music. 4Dec Philharmonic Orchestra DatesSunday 4 December 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society Philharmonic Orchestra celebrate the birthdays of John Williams (90th) and Ralph Vaughan Williams (150th). 10Dec Birmingham University Singers DatesSaturday 10 December (18:30) - Sunday 11 December 2022 (17:00)LocationSt Michael's Church - Tenbury WellsDescriptionBirmingham University Singers make their annual visit to St Michael's Church with Dr Paul Rodmell. 12Dec University Carol Service DatesMonday 12 December 2022 (18:15-20:15)LocationThe Great Hall - Aston WebbDescriptionThe University invites you to attend the annual University Carol Service in The Great Hall. The University's multifaith chaplaincy lead the service, with music from the University Upper Voices choir. 15Dec Live at the Lapworth: Samantha-Jayne DatesThursday 15 December 2022 (19:00-21:30)LocationLapworth Museum - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionThe Lapworth is extremely excited to announce our new series of live music events in the Museum! Samantha-Jayne is one of the UK's most sought after events saxophonist as well as being a Smooth Jazz recording artist. 1Oct Black History Month 2022 DatesSaturday 1 October (00:00) - Monday 31 October 2022 (23:59)DescriptionOctober is Black History Month and the University will again be celebrating the culture and histories of black and minority ethnic communities with a comprehensive programme of events. 6Oct The therapeutic wanderings of Pericles DatesThursday 6 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Kirsty Bushell (Actor). 10Oct The Black Heroes of Mathematics DatesMonday 10 October 2022 (13:00-14:00)LocationWG05 Lecture Theatre - Aston Webb Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionBlack history month, Black Heroes of Mathematics, Professor Nira Chamberlain 10Oct A Tale of Scale: How do we know about forest response to climate change? DatesMonday 10 October 2022 (17:30-18:30)LocationAston Webb Lecture Theatre WG5 - Edgbaston CampusDescriptionPart of the Lapworth Lecture Series. A Tale of Scale: How do we know about forest response to climate change? A talk by Bridget Warren from the University of Birmingham. 12Oct Black Heritage Careers Panel Event DatesWednesday 12 October 2022 (12:00-13:00)LocationZoom - registration requiredDescriptionDuring this event we'll be hearing from organisations dedicated to supporting Black Heritage students to develop their careers via different avenues of support, including internships and mentoring programmes. 13Oct Poor naked wretches DatesThursday 13 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Steve Unwin. 19Oct Highlighting the contributions of Black Astronomers and Astrophysicists DatesWednesday 19 October 2022 (13:00-14:30)LocationBridge Study Room Watson/Poynting building (R15/R13 on the university campus map)DescriptionBlack History Month, unveiling event for a set of posters highlighting Astrophysicists from that identify as black. 19Oct Professor Sylvie Delacroix Inaugural Lecture DatesWednesday 19 October 2022 (17:30-18:30)LocationArts Main Lecture Theatre (room 120)DescriptionHabitual Ethics: What if data-intensive technologies' ability to mould habits with unprecedented precision is also capable of triggering some mass disability of profound consequences? 20Oct The Birmingham Economic Review 2022 DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (09:00-11:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionThe launch event of the Birmingham Economic Review 2022 20Oct Digitizing Early Modern performance: a roundtable DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute roundtable with the University of Illinois Digital Theatre. 20Oct Inaugural Lecture of Professor Neil Hotchin DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (16:30-18:00)LocationBiosciences 301DescriptionInaugural Lecture of Professor Neil Hotchin 20Oct 'Exposed' film screening DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (18:00-20:30)LocationLeonard Deacon Lecture Theatre, Birmingham Medical School, B1 on Edgbaston Campus MapDescriptionscreening of the film 'Exposed': Racism and the Pandemic, a documentary about the experiences of racism of nurses and mid-wives before, during and after the pandemic. Followed by panel discussion. 21Oct Anti-Racism in Higher Education DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (11:00-12:15)Locationalan walters, Alan Walters G11Description2020 Black Lives Matter movement, the higher education sector, bold commitments to dismantling structural racism. higher education can combat institutional racism and achieve real change. 21Oct Aunt Jen and Letters Home DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (12:30-14:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionShedding light on the daily lives of the first Windrush generation immigrants and their families, Paulette will be reading from her books and discussing Black writing, followed by a Q&A, book signing. 21Oct Black History Month: Aunt Jen and Letters Home, Professor Paulette Ramsay DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (12:30-14:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionAunt Jen and Letters Home by Professor Paulette Ramsay tell the stories of daily lives of the first Windrush generation immigrants and their families through their diary entries and letters. 22Oct 'What is the future of care?' – a digital exhibition DatesSaturday 22 October (00:00) - Sunday 13 November 2022 (00:00)DescriptionIMPACT (Improving Adult Care Together) is running a digital exhibition made up of submissions from members of the public on the topics: what does care mean to you in your local area and what is the future of care? 24Oct ONS Economic Forum - Birmingham DatesMonday 24 October 2022 (09:30-12:30)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionONS Regional Economic Forum will present the current state of the UK economy and present data and analysis for your area at a local level. 24Oct Family Event - Mary Anning at the Museum DatesMonday 24 October 2022 (10:00-16:30)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionDrop into the Lapworth Museum of Geology and meet Mary Anning! 27Oct Emancipating the Anthropocene through eco-Shakespeare performance: the global Cymbeline project DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Randall Martin. 27Oct Levelling up the country or levelling up our city? DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (18:00-19:30)LocationEdgbaston Park Hotel 53 Edgbaston Park Road Edgbaston Park Road Birmingham B15 2RS, Writers’ SuiteDescriptionJoin Professor Chris Millward and a panel of West Midlands leaders to explore the opportunities and challenges of Levelling Up for our region. 27Oct Sexuality, race and place in Birmingham DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (18:30-20:30)LocationBirmingham Hippodrome, The PWC suiteDescriptionAn immersive participatory event bringing together academic and community knowledge on race, place and sexuality in Birmingham. 27Oct Here to Stay DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (19:00-21:30)LocationThe Exchange: Assembly RoomDescriptionArt and discussion exploring experiences of Black, Asian & Minoritized Ethnic people working in NHS. Experiences of the Black brown migrant nurses & midwives about their experiences of racism the pandemic. Exposed. 1Nov Decriminalising poverty via re-imagining the criminal justice system DatesTuesday 1 November 2022 (18:00-19:30)DescriptionDecriminalising poverty via re-imagining the criminal justice system 3Nov RSC writing workshop with artists Hannah Khalil and Chris White DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (10:00-16:00)LocationSelly Oak CampusDescriptionAs part of the University's partnership with the (RSC), the RSC is offering all postgraduate students in EDACS the opportunity to take part in a FREE writing workshop with artists Hannah Khalil and Chris White. 3Nov The Phenomenon of the Peaky Blinders DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)Location43-45 Meriden Street, B5 5LS, Digbeth, Irish Quarter, Nortons DigbethDescriptionAn evening of talks which will unpick the Peaky Blinders phenomenon and the effect of the television series on Birmingham and the region. 4Nov The importance of listening to youth voice: relationships and sex education DatesFriday 4 November 2022 (13:00-17:00)LocationAlan Walters Building - University of Birmingham, Room G11 - Ground Floor - Alan WaltersDescriptionDr Sophie King-Hill, youth professionals and students from Birmingham University School for an enlightening discussion on the importance of listening to young people's views on relationships and sex education. 7Nov The School to Prison Pipeline: A UK Perspective DatesMonday 7 November 2022 (18:00-19:30)LocationRoom G12 Main Lecture Theatre Birmingham Business SchoolDescriptionA lively and engaging panel debate with audience engagement, examining the school to prison pipeline in the UK. 8Nov All Our Money: How do Local Authorities Generate and Spend Money? DatesTuesday 8 November 2022 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionEach year Birmingham City Council spends more than £3,000,000,000. But where does all this money come from and how do they decide where it all goes? This workshop will help to answer these questions. 9Nov How to fall in love with your local high street DatesWednesday 9 November 2022 (18:00-19:30)LocationOnline - a zoom link will be sent to you following registrationDescriptionRetail expert Dr Sarah Montano will lead a lively panel of retailers and consumers to debate how we can fall in love with our local high street 9Nov Young Lives in the Spotlight: Poverty, Place & Belonging in Balsall Heath DatesWednesday 9 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationBalsall Heath, Birmingham, The GAPDescriptionIn collaboration with the GAP Arts Project, this event will showcase the performances of eight young people telling the story of poverty, place and belonging in their local area. 10Nov 'Anglo-Italian Shakespeare', with La Sapienza colleagues, Rome DatesThursday 10 November 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by La Sapienza. 10Nov Misogyny in British Politics: Why it happens and how to challenge it DatesThursday 10 November 2022 (19:30-21:00)LocationRoom G11 - Ground Floor - Alan Walters, University of Birmingham - Edgbaston - B15 2TTDescriptionMisogyny in British Politics: Why it happens and how to challenge it 13Nov What is community wellbeing? An interactive map-making session for all ages and abilities DatesSunday 13 November 2022 (10:00-16:00)LocationGarden Studio, The MAC Birmingham Cannon Hill Park Birmingham B12 9QHDescriptionThe event will invite individuals, families, younger and older people to contribute their ideas, imagery, photos, drawings, and recordings to a giant community wellbeing map. 17Nov Blanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan DatesThursday 17 November 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionBlanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan 1Dec Aboutness in Shakespeare's poetry DatesThursday 1 December 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Stephen Guy-Bray. 8Dec Blanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan DatesThursday 8 December 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Professor Peter Holland (University of Notre Dame). 24Mar Ceremony: Pop Comes to Campus DatesThursday 24 March (09:00) - Friday 28 October 2022 (19:00)LocationFoyer - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionResearchers are ripping open the pages of the student newspapers, exploring the gig culture on campus, and curating a public exhibition featuring archive material in partnership with Birmingham Music Archive. 25Apr A History through Objects: Research and Innovation at the University of Birmingham DatesMonday 25 April 2022 (12:00) - Monday 31 July 2023 (12:00)LocationAston Webb BuidlingDescriptionThis exhibition showcases a range of historical and contemporary examples of research and discovery, created in Birmingham with global reach - affecting the lives of millions of people around the world. 22Jul Everything to Everybody: Your Shakespeare, Your Culture DatesFriday 22 July (11:00) - Saturday 5 November 2022 (17:00)LocationLibrary of Birmingham, The GalleryDescriptionThis exhibition invites audiences to immerse themselves in the unique story of the People's Shakespeare Library. 7Oct First Encounters: Musical Journeys From The First Age of Globalisation DatesFriday 7 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThis performance explores music which spanned the continents of Europe and Asia in the 17th and 18th centuries, including music from the Ming and Qing dynasties played on the Chinese guzheng and harpsichord. 9Oct Orchestral Taster Sessions: Baroque-Classical Orchestra DatesSunday 9 October 2022 (18:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionYour opportunity to try out our period/early music orchestra: Baroque-Classical Orchestra directed by Professor Andrew Kirkman. 14Oct Iyad Sughayer DatesFriday 14 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionChosen as "One to Watch" by International Piano Magazine, Iyad makes his Barber Concerts debut with this performance. 21Oct Mithras Trio DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (13:00-14:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionPraised for their "exquisite phrasing", "full-blooded commitment" and "bold, passionate colours", the Mithras Trio is fast growing a reputation as one of the next generation's most exciting piano trios. 26Oct Sean Shibe DatesWednesday 26 October 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionOne of the foremost guitarists of his generation, Sean Shibe brings a fresh and innovative approach to the traditional classical guitar, incorporating electric guitar into his recitals. 28Oct Demonic and Divine DatesFriday 28 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionPerennially popular pianist Kenneth Hamilton presents the first of two lecture-recitals this academic year, memorably traversing themes of the demonic and divine in Romantic music. 29Oct BEASTdome DatesSaturday 29 October 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationThe Dome - The BramallDescriptionBEAST welcomes Iranian electronics composer and performer, Hadi Bastini, and former University of Birmingham resident artist, Loula Yorke for their opening concert of the 2022/23 season. 4Nov Jordan Bak and Joseph Havlat DatesFriday 4 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAward-winning Jamaican-American violist Jordan Bak brings gems of the viola repertoire our Elgar Concert Hall. 11Nov An Afternoon At Court DatesFriday 11 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescription'An Afternoon at Court' presents songs and sagas of royal figures across the ages, from King Harald's Saga by Judith Weir to Schubert's Ave Maria. 12Nov University Liturgical Choir DatesSaturday 12 November 2022 (17:30-19:30)LocationLichfield CathedralDescriptionEnjoy the stunning architecture of Lichfield Cathedral as the University of Birmingham Liturgical Choir perform Evensong under their director Dr Paul Rodmell. 18Nov King Edwards School DatesFriday 18 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe talented students from King Edward's School and King Edward VI High School for Girls give their annual Barber Concert. 19Nov Instrumental Choirs Gala DatesSaturday 19 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationSt George’s Church - EdgbastonDescriptionJoining forces to present this gala concert are three of the Music Society's instrumental choirs. Open to all, these ensembles also provide opportunity for young conducting talent. 20Nov University Wind Band and String Orchestra DatesSunday 20 November 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society welcomes you for an afternoon of music performed by the student-led Wind Band and String Orchestra. 25Nov Turini Ensemble DatesFriday 25 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe newly-formed Turini Ensemble brings together four of the UK's finest early musicians. They present exciting and emotionally moving music from the lavish and colourful baroque era. 25Nov University Brass Band and Chamber Choirs DatesFriday 25 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe University Brass Band and student-led Chamber Choirs team up for an evening of entertainment. 26Nov Mass In Blue DatesSaturday 26 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society's 150 strong chorus perform with their director Julian Wilkins. 27Nov Birmingham University Singers and University Upper Voices DatesSunday 27 November 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionCommence the festive season with an afternoon of performances from the highly acclaimed Birmingham University Singers and University Upper Voices. 27Nov Honorary President Q+A: Jess Gillam DatesSunday 27 November 2022 (17:30-19:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe committee and Student President of the University of Birmingham Music Society present a relaxed Q&A session with their 2022 Honorary Music Society President, renowned British Saxophonist, Jess Gillam. 30Nov Soul Strings DatesWednesday 30 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAn exciting collaborative project between master sarod players, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, and violin virtuoso Jennifer Pike. 2Dec Clipper Erickson DatesFriday 2 December 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAmerican pianist and musicologist, Clipper Erickson, presents the music of Canadian-American composer Nathaniel Dett, alongside Beethoven's Appassionata, and a work by Ukranian composer Mykola Lysenko 2Dec University Jazz Orchestra DatesFriday 2 December 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society Jazz Orchestra give their autumn term concert featuring the works of Maria Schneider. 3Dec Gospel Revisited DatesSaturday 3 December 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationTown Hall - BirminghamDescriptionGospel Revisited brings Gospel music to the major concert venues and performance spaces in the region, encouraging new audiences to discover the vast wealth of the Gospel music. 4Dec Philharmonic Orchestra DatesSunday 4 December 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society Philharmonic Orchestra celebrate the birthdays of John Williams (90th) and Ralph Vaughan Williams (150th). 10Dec Birmingham University Singers DatesSaturday 10 December (18:30) - Sunday 11 December 2022 (17:00)LocationSt Michael's Church - Tenbury WellsDescriptionBirmingham University Singers make their annual visit to St Michael's Church with Dr Paul Rodmell. 12Dec University Carol Service DatesMonday 12 December 2022 (18:15-20:15)LocationThe Great Hall - Aston WebbDescriptionThe University invites you to attend the annual University Carol Service in The Great Hall. The University's multifaith chaplaincy lead the service, with music from the University Upper Voices choir. 1Oct Cadbury Research Library - Black History Flickr aAlbum DatesSaturday 1 October (09:00) - Monday 31 October 2022 (18:00)LocationCadbury Research LibraryDescriptionBlack History Month, Cadbury Research Library launches its updated Black History Flickr album. It features examples from archives and rare books held in the care of the University of Birmingham. 6Oct The therapeutic wanderings of Pericles DatesThursday 6 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Kirsty Bushell (Actor). 10Oct The Black Heroes of Mathematics DatesMonday 10 October 2022 (13:00-14:00)LocationWG05 Lecture Theatre - Aston Webb Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionBlack history month, Black Heroes of Mathematics, Professor Nira Chamberlain 13Oct Poor naked wretches DatesThursday 13 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Steve Unwin. 19Oct Highlighting the contributions of Black Astronomers and Astrophysicists DatesWednesday 19 October 2022 (13:00-14:30)LocationBridge Study Room Watson/Poynting building (R15/R13 on the university campus map)DescriptionBlack History Month, unveiling event for a set of posters highlighting Astrophysicists from that identify as black. 19Oct Professor Sylvie Delacroix Inaugural Lecture DatesWednesday 19 October 2022 (17:30-18:30)LocationArts Main Lecture Theatre (room 120)DescriptionHabitual Ethics: What if data-intensive technologies' ability to mould habits with unprecedented precision is also capable of triggering some mass disability of profound consequences? 20Oct The Birmingham Economic Review 2022 DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (09:00-11:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionThe launch event of the Birmingham Economic Review 2022 20Oct Digitizing Early Modern performance: a roundtable DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute roundtable with the University of Illinois Digital Theatre. 20Oct Inaugural Lecture of Professor Neil Hotchin DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (16:30-18:00)LocationBiosciences 301DescriptionInaugural Lecture of Professor Neil Hotchin 24Oct ONS Economic Forum - Birmingham DatesMonday 24 October 2022 (09:30-12:30)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionONS Regional Economic Forum will present the current state of the UK economy and present data and analysis for your area at a local level. 27Oct Emancipating the Anthropocene through eco-Shakespeare performance: the global Cymbeline project DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Randall Martin. 27Oct Here to Stay DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (19:00-21:30)LocationThe Exchange: Assembly RoomDescriptionArt and discussion exploring experiences of Black, Asian & Minoritized Ethnic people working in NHS. Experiences of the Black brown migrant nurses & midwives about their experiences of racism the pandemic. Exposed. 3Nov RSC writing workshop with artists Hannah Khalil and Chris White DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (10:00-16:00)LocationSelly Oak CampusDescriptionAs part of the University's partnership with the (RSC), the RSC is offering all postgraduate students in EDACS the opportunity to take part in a FREE writing workshop with artists Hannah Khalil and Chris White. 10Nov 'Anglo-Italian Shakespeare', with La Sapienza colleagues, Rome DatesThursday 10 November 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by La Sapienza. 17Nov Blanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan DatesThursday 17 November 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionBlanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan 1Dec Aboutness in Shakespeare's poetry DatesThursday 1 December 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Stephen Guy-Bray. 8Dec Blanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan DatesThursday 8 December 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Professor Peter Holland (University of Notre Dame). 11Jan Medici 2023 DatesWednesday 11 January (09:00) - Wednesday 29 March 2023 (17:00)LocationEdgbaston Park Hotel 53 Edgbaston Park Road Birmingham B15 2RSDescriptionThe Medici Enterprise Training Programme will give you the business skills, knowledge and confidence you need to engage
A Tale of Scale: How do we know about forest response to climate change? DatesMonday 10 October 2022 (17:30-18:30)LocationAston Webb Lecture Theatre WG5 - Edgbaston Campus
Live at the Lapworth: Samantha-Jayne DatesThursday 15 December 2022 (19:00-21:30)LocationLapworth Museum - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)
Medici 2023 DatesWednesday 11 January (09:00) - Wednesday 29 March 2023 (17:00)LocationEdgbaston Park Hotel 53 Edgbaston Park Road Birmingham B15 2RS
24Mar Ceremony: Pop Comes to Campus DatesThursday 24 March (09:00) - Friday 28 October 2022 (19:00)LocationFoyer - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionResearchers are ripping open the pages of the student newspapers, exploring the gig culture on campus, and curating a public exhibition featuring archive material in partnership with Birmingham Music Archive.
25Apr A History through Objects: Research and Innovation at the University of Birmingham DatesMonday 25 April 2022 (12:00) - Monday 31 July 2023 (12:00)LocationAston Webb BuidlingDescriptionThis exhibition showcases a range of historical and contemporary examples of research and discovery, created in Birmingham with global reach - affecting the lives of millions of people around the world.
1Jul Family Activities – Tilly The Trilobite's Hidden Word Trail DatesFriday 1 July 2022 (10:00) - Friday 30 June 2023 (10:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionCan you find the letters hidden around the museum? Grab a trail sheet from the Reception desk and get hunting.
1Jul Family Activities – Borrow a Backpack Trail DatesFriday 1 July 2022 (10:00) - Monday 31 July 2023 (17:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionNEW! Fossil Detectives Backpack Trail. Visit the museum reception to borrow one of our new backpack trails on your visit to the Lapworth.
22Jul Everything to Everybody: Your Shakespeare, Your Culture DatesFriday 22 July (11:00) - Saturday 5 November 2022 (17:00)LocationLibrary of Birmingham, The GalleryDescriptionThis exhibition invites audiences to immerse themselves in the unique story of the People's Shakespeare Library.
13Sep Mary Anning DatesTuesday 13 September (10:00) - Thursday 22 December 2022 (17:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionAn exhibition of drawings and watercolours inspired by the Lapworth Museum collections by Phillip Richardson.
1Oct Black History Month 2022 DatesSaturday 1 October (00:00) - Monday 31 October 2022 (23:59)DescriptionOctober is Black History Month and the University will again be celebrating the culture and histories of black and minority ethnic communities with a comprehensive programme of events.
1Oct Mental Health Stigma in the Black Community DatesSaturday 1 October (07:00) - Monday 31 October 2022 (17:00)LocationOnlineDescriptionBlack hisroty month, employee assistance programme, webinar
1Oct Cadbury Research Library - Black History Flickr aAlbum DatesSaturday 1 October (09:00) - Monday 31 October 2022 (18:00)LocationCadbury Research LibraryDescriptionBlack History Month, Cadbury Research Library launches its updated Black History Flickr album. It features examples from archives and rare books held in the care of the University of Birmingham.
6Oct The therapeutic wanderings of Pericles DatesThursday 6 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Kirsty Bushell (Actor).
7Oct First Encounters: Musical Journeys From The First Age of Globalisation DatesFriday 7 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThis performance explores music which spanned the continents of Europe and Asia in the 17th and 18th centuries, including music from the Ming and Qing dynasties played on the Chinese guzheng and harpsichord.
9Oct Orchestral Taster Sessions: Baroque-Classical Orchestra DatesSunday 9 October 2022 (18:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionYour opportunity to try out our period/early music orchestra: Baroque-Classical Orchestra directed by Professor Andrew Kirkman.
10Oct The Black Heroes of Mathematics DatesMonday 10 October 2022 (13:00-14:00)LocationWG05 Lecture Theatre - Aston Webb Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionBlack history month, Black Heroes of Mathematics, Professor Nira Chamberlain
10Oct A Tale of Scale: How do we know about forest response to climate change? DatesMonday 10 October 2022 (17:30-18:30)LocationAston Webb Lecture Theatre WG5 - Edgbaston CampusDescriptionPart of the Lapworth Lecture Series. A Tale of Scale: How do we know about forest response to climate change? A talk by Bridget Warren from the University of Birmingham.
12Oct Black Heritage Careers Panel Event DatesWednesday 12 October 2022 (12:00-13:00)LocationZoom - registration requiredDescriptionDuring this event we'll be hearing from organisations dedicated to supporting Black Heritage students to develop their careers via different avenues of support, including internships and mentoring programmes.
13Oct Poor naked wretches DatesThursday 13 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Steve Unwin.
14Oct Iyad Sughayer DatesFriday 14 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionChosen as "One to Watch" by International Piano Magazine, Iyad makes his Barber Concerts debut with this performance.
19Oct HR BHM quiz DatesWednesday 19 October 2022 (12:30-13:30)LocationZoomDescriptionBlack History Month quiz, human resources
19Oct Highlighting the contributions of Black Astronomers and Astrophysicists DatesWednesday 19 October 2022 (13:00-14:30)LocationBridge Study Room Watson/Poynting building (R15/R13 on the university campus map)DescriptionBlack History Month, unveiling event for a set of posters highlighting Astrophysicists from that identify as black.
19Oct Professor Sylvie Delacroix Inaugural Lecture DatesWednesday 19 October 2022 (17:30-18:30)LocationArts Main Lecture Theatre (room 120)DescriptionHabitual Ethics: What if data-intensive technologies' ability to mould habits with unprecedented precision is also capable of triggering some mass disability of profound consequences?
20Oct The Birmingham Economic Review 2022 DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (09:00-11:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionThe launch event of the Birmingham Economic Review 2022
20Oct Digitizing Early Modern performance: a roundtable DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute roundtable with the University of Illinois Digital Theatre.
20Oct Inaugural Lecture of Professor Neil Hotchin DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (16:30-18:00)LocationBiosciences 301DescriptionInaugural Lecture of Professor Neil Hotchin
20Oct 'Exposed' film screening DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (18:00-20:30)LocationLeonard Deacon Lecture Theatre, Birmingham Medical School, B1 on Edgbaston Campus MapDescriptionscreening of the film 'Exposed': Racism and the Pandemic, a documentary about the experiences of racism of nurses and mid-wives before, during and after the pandemic. Followed by panel discussion.
21Oct Anti-Racism in Higher Education DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (11:00-12:15)Locationalan walters, Alan Walters G11Description2020 Black Lives Matter movement, the higher education sector, bold commitments to dismantling structural racism. higher education can combat institutional racism and achieve real change.
21Oct Aunt Jen and Letters Home DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (12:30-14:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionShedding light on the daily lives of the first Windrush generation immigrants and their families, Paulette will be reading from her books and discussing Black writing, followed by a Q&A, book signing.
21Oct Black History Month: Aunt Jen and Letters Home, Professor Paulette Ramsay DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (12:30-14:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionAunt Jen and Letters Home by Professor Paulette Ramsay tell the stories of daily lives of the first Windrush generation immigrants and their families through their diary entries and letters.
21Oct Mithras Trio DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (13:00-14:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionPraised for their "exquisite phrasing", "full-blooded commitment" and "bold, passionate colours", the Mithras Trio is fast growing a reputation as one of the next generation's most exciting piano trios.
22Oct 'What is the future of care?' – a digital exhibition DatesSaturday 22 October (00:00) - Sunday 13 November 2022 (00:00)DescriptionIMPACT (Improving Adult Care Together) is running a digital exhibition made up of submissions from members of the public on the topics: what does care mean to you in your local area and what is the future of care?
24Oct ONS Economic Forum - Birmingham DatesMonday 24 October 2022 (09:30-12:30)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionONS Regional Economic Forum will present the current state of the UK economy and present data and analysis for your area at a local level.
24Oct Family Event - Mary Anning at the Museum DatesMonday 24 October 2022 (10:00-16:30)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionDrop into the Lapworth Museum of Geology and meet Mary Anning!
26Oct Home for half-term: family activities on Wednesday 26 October DatesWednesday 26 October 2022 (10:30-14:30)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionHome can mean different things to different people. Express your own idea of home in a creative and fun way at The Exchange this half term.
26Oct Public Lecture on Buddhist Philosophy of Religion DatesWednesday 26 October 2022 (17:00-18:30)LocationAlan Waters Building - Room G11Description"Explanation or Insight: How Buddhist Knowledge Can Set You Free" by Amber Carpenter (Yale-NUS)
26Oct Sean Shibe DatesWednesday 26 October 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionOne of the foremost guitarists of his generation, Sean Shibe brings a fresh and innovative approach to the traditional classical guitar, incorporating electric guitar into his recitals.
27Oct Home for half term: Diya lamps for Diwali DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (10:30-13:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin artist and educator Amerjit Kaur-Dhaliwal for a family workshop where you'll learn about traditional Indian patterns and decorate your own Diya lamp to take home.
27Oct Home for half-term: family activities on Thursday 27 October DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (10:30-14:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionCome to The Exchange to take part in our giant drawing and add your ideas to the ever-growing artwork
27Oct Womens Network Book Club DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (12:00-13:00)LocationZoom - registration requiredDescriptionWomen's network book club. Black history month event
27Oct Emancipating the Anthropocene through eco-Shakespeare performance: the global Cymbeline project DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Randall Martin.
27Oct Levelling up the country or levelling up our city? DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (18:00-19:30)LocationEdgbaston Park Hotel 53 Edgbaston Park Road Edgbaston Park Road Birmingham B15 2RS, Writers’ SuiteDescriptionJoin Professor Chris Millward and a panel of West Midlands leaders to explore the opportunities and challenges of Levelling Up for our region.
27Oct Sexuality, race and place in Birmingham DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (18:30-20:30)LocationBirmingham Hippodrome, The PWC suiteDescriptionAn immersive participatory event bringing together academic and community knowledge on race, place and sexuality in Birmingham.
27Oct Black History Month: Here To Stay DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (19:00-21:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionDiscover the Here To Stay exhibition by Inès Elsa Dalal, commemorating the 70th anniversary of the arrival of HMS Empire Windrush and the birth of the NHS.
27Oct Here to Stay DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (19:00-21:30)LocationThe Exchange: Assembly RoomDescriptionArt and discussion exploring experiences of Black, Asian & Minoritized Ethnic people working in NHS. Experiences of the Black brown migrant nurses & midwives about their experiences of racism the pandemic. Exposed.
28Oct Home for half-term: family activities on Friday 28 October DatesFriday 28 October 2022 (10:30-14:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionCome along to this family workshop and make a ladybird lodge, minibeast motel or ant apartment using natural and recycled materials.
28Oct Demonic and Divine DatesFriday 28 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionPerennially popular pianist Kenneth Hamilton presents the first of two lecture-recitals this academic year, memorably traversing themes of the demonic and divine in Romantic music.
29Oct BEASTdome DatesSaturday 29 October 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationThe Dome - The BramallDescriptionBEAST welcomes Iranian electronics composer and performer, Hadi Bastini, and former University of Birmingham resident artist, Loula Yorke for their opening concert of the 2022/23 season.
1Nov Decriminalising poverty via re-imagining the criminal justice system DatesTuesday 1 November 2022 (18:00-19:30)DescriptionDecriminalising poverty via re-imagining the criminal justice system
3Nov Communities in Energy Transition Engaging with Net Zero in Birmingham DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (10:00-15:00)LocationBirmingham Energy Innovation centre at Tyseley Energy ParkDescriptionAs the UK faces an energy crisis, join us for a walk-in exhibit exploring the options for new domestic heating technology.
3Nov Communities in Energy Transition: Engaging with Net Zero in Birmingham DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (10:00-15:00)LocationBirmingham Energy Innovation Centre, Tyseley Energy ParkDescriptionEngaging with Decarbonisation and Net Zero in East Birmingham
3Nov RSC writing workshop with artists Hannah Khalil and Chris White DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (10:00-16:00)LocationSelly Oak CampusDescriptionAs part of the University's partnership with the (RSC), the RSC is offering all postgraduate students in EDACS the opportunity to take part in a FREE writing workshop with artists Hannah Khalil and Chris White.
3Nov The Birmingham Business School Advisory Board Guest Lecture DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (17:30-19:00)LocationAlan Walters Building (R29 on campus map), In person eventDescriptionDelivered this year by Mark Lomas, Head of Culture at Lloyds of London, the title of this year's lecture is 'From Rhetoric to Reality'.
3Nov The Phenomenon of the Peaky Blinders DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)Location43-45 Meriden Street, B5 5LS, Digbeth, Irish Quarter, Nortons DigbethDescriptionAn evening of talks which will unpick the Peaky Blinders phenomenon and the effect of the television series on Birmingham and the region.
4Nov Jordan Bak and Joseph Havlat DatesFriday 4 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAward-winning Jamaican-American violist Jordan Bak brings gems of the viola repertoire our Elgar Concert Hall.
4Nov The importance of listening to youth voice: relationships and sex education DatesFriday 4 November 2022 (13:00-17:00)LocationAlan Walters Building - University of Birmingham, Room G11 - Ground Floor - Alan WaltersDescriptionDr Sophie King-Hill, youth professionals and students from Birmingham University School for an enlightening discussion on the importance of listening to young people's views on relationships and sex education.
5Nov Weekend Workshop: Food and home DatesSaturday 5 November 2022 (12:00-16:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin community partners from across Birmingham for this hands-on, practical and informative event about food, cooking and healthy eating.
7Nov Law PhD Proposals and Funding Applications Workshop DatesMonday 7 November 2022 (16:00-18:00)LocationZoomDescriptionA free workshop for Law students on writing PhD Proposals and making Funding Applications to Birmingham Law School
7Nov The School to Prison Pipeline: A UK Perspective DatesMonday 7 November 2022 (18:00-19:30)LocationRoom G12 Main Lecture Theatre Birmingham Business SchoolDescriptionA lively and engaging panel debate with audience engagement, examining the school to prison pipeline in the UK.
8Nov All Our Money: How do Local Authorities Generate and Spend Money? DatesTuesday 8 November 2022 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionEach year Birmingham City Council spends more than £3,000,000,000. But where does all this money come from and how do they decide where it all goes? This workshop will help to answer these questions.
8Nov All Our Money: How local authorities generate and spend money? DatesTuesday 8 November 2022 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionAll Our Money: Understanding Birmingham City Council's funding flows
9Nov How to fall in love with your local high street DatesWednesday 9 November 2022 (18:00-19:30)LocationOnline - a zoom link will be sent to you following registrationDescriptionRetail expert Dr Sarah Montano will lead a lively panel of retailers and consumers to debate how we can fall in love with our local high street
9Nov Bringing Future Flight to Life: Debating the Potential Impacts on Society DatesWednesday 9 November 2022 (19:00-20:30)LocationOnline - a zoom link will be sent to you following registrationDescriptionAn interactive discussion of the ways new future flight technologies (including drones and air taxis) might affect where and how we live.
9Nov Celebrating sanctuary: Birmingham and the refugee experience, 1750-2002 DatesWednesday 9 November 2022 (19:00-20:15)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin Dr Malcolm Dick, Director of the Centre for West Midlands History at the University of Birmingham, as he explores the stories of refugees who have come to the city and contributed to its rich narratives and legacy.
9Nov Young Lives in the Spotlight: Poverty, Place & Belonging in Balsall Heath DatesWednesday 9 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationBalsall Heath, Birmingham, The GAPDescriptionIn collaboration with the GAP Arts Project, this event will showcase the performances of eight young people telling the story of poverty, place and belonging in their local area.
10Nov 'Anglo-Italian Shakespeare', with La Sapienza colleagues, Rome DatesThursday 10 November 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by La Sapienza.
10Nov Misogyny in British Politics: Why it happens and how to challenge it DatesThursday 10 November 2022 (19:30-21:00)LocationRoom G11 - Ground Floor - Alan Walters, University of Birmingham - Edgbaston - B15 2TTDescriptionMisogyny in British Politics: Why it happens and how to challenge it
11Nov An Afternoon At Court DatesFriday 11 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescription'An Afternoon at Court' presents songs and sagas of royal figures across the ages, from King Harald's Saga by Judith Weir to Schubert's Ave Maria.
12Nov University Liturgical Choir DatesSaturday 12 November 2022 (17:30-19:30)LocationLichfield CathedralDescriptionEnjoy the stunning architecture of Lichfield Cathedral as the University of Birmingham Liturgical Choir perform Evensong under their director Dr Paul Rodmell.
13Nov What is community wellbeing? An interactive map-making session for all ages and abilities DatesSunday 13 November 2022 (10:00-16:00)LocationGarden Studio, The MAC Birmingham Cannon Hill Park Birmingham B12 9QHDescriptionThe event will invite individuals, families, younger and older people to contribute their ideas, imagery, photos, drawings, and recordings to a giant community wellbeing map.
17Nov Blanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan DatesThursday 17 November 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionBlanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan
17Nov Late night exchange: Designing for joy DatesThursday 17 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin Richard O'Gorman a Birmingham-based interior stylist and mural artist in a discussion around his inspirations and have a go at designing and drawing your own magical murals and special spaces.
18Nov King Edwards School DatesFriday 18 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe talented students from King Edward's School and King Edward VI High School for Girls give their annual Barber Concert.
19Nov Weekend Workshop: Linocut printing workshop for 14–18 year olds DatesSaturday 19 November 2022 (13:00-16:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionLearn how to use the linocut method to create printing blocks with your choice of unique patterns and colours.
19Nov Instrumental Choirs Gala DatesSaturday 19 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationSt George’s Church - EdgbastonDescriptionJoining forces to present this gala concert are three of the Music Society's instrumental choirs. Open to all, these ensembles also provide opportunity for young conducting talent.
20Nov University Wind Band and String Orchestra DatesSunday 20 November 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society welcomes you for an afternoon of music performed by the student-led Wind Band and String Orchestra.
25Nov Turini Ensemble DatesFriday 25 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe newly-formed Turini Ensemble brings together four of the UK's finest early musicians. They present exciting and emotionally moving music from the lavish and colourful baroque era.
25Nov University Brass Band and Chamber Choirs DatesFriday 25 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe University Brass Band and student-led Chamber Choirs team up for an evening of entertainment.
26Nov Mass In Blue DatesSaturday 26 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society's 150 strong chorus perform with their director Julian Wilkins.
27Nov Birmingham University Singers and University Upper Voices DatesSunday 27 November 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionCommence the festive season with an afternoon of performances from the highly acclaimed Birmingham University Singers and University Upper Voices.
27Nov Honorary President Q+A: Jess Gillam DatesSunday 27 November 2022 (17:30-19:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe committee and Student President of the University of Birmingham Music Society present a relaxed Q&A session with their 2022 Honorary Music Society President, renowned British Saxophonist, Jess Gillam.
30Nov Birmingham Energy Institute: Energy, heat and home DatesWednesday 30 November 2022 (19:00-20:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin the Birmingham Energy Institute for this information sharing event, where you can find out about the research being done into way we deliver, consume and think about energy.
30Nov Soul Strings DatesWednesday 30 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAn exciting collaborative project between master sarod players, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, and violin virtuoso Jennifer Pike.
1Dec Aboutness in Shakespeare's poetry DatesThursday 1 December 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Stephen Guy-Bray.
1Dec Evil, Suffering, and Hope: Art and Poetry Exhibition DatesThursday 1 December 2022 (15:00-18:00)LocationWestmere House - Birmingham B15 2RA - G15 on the campus MapDescriptionThis exhibition event, organised by the Global Philosophy of Religion project, showcases an engagement between artwork, poetry, and philosophy.
2Dec Clipper Erickson DatesFriday 2 December 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAmerican pianist and musicologist, Clipper Erickson, presents the music of Canadian-American composer Nathaniel Dett, alongside Beethoven's Appassionata, and a work by Ukranian composer Mykola Lysenko
2Dec University Jazz Orchestra DatesFriday 2 December 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society Jazz Orchestra give their autumn term concert featuring the works of Maria Schneider.
3Dec Gospel Revisited DatesSaturday 3 December 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationTown Hall - BirminghamDescriptionGospel Revisited brings Gospel music to the major concert venues and performance spaces in the region, encouraging new audiences to discover the vast wealth of the Gospel music.
4Dec Philharmonic Orchestra DatesSunday 4 December 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society Philharmonic Orchestra celebrate the birthdays of John Williams (90th) and Ralph Vaughan Williams (150th).
8Dec Blanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan DatesThursday 8 December 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Professor Peter Holland (University of Notre Dame).
10Dec Birmingham University Singers DatesSaturday 10 December (18:30) - Sunday 11 December 2022 (17:00)LocationSt Michael's Church - Tenbury WellsDescriptionBirmingham University Singers make their annual visit to St Michael's Church with Dr Paul Rodmell.
12Dec University Carol Service DatesMonday 12 December 2022 (18:15-20:15)LocationThe Great Hall - Aston WebbDescriptionThe University invites you to attend the annual University Carol Service in The Great Hall. The University's multifaith chaplaincy lead the service, with music from the University Upper Voices choir.
15Dec Live at the Lapworth: Samantha-Jayne DatesThursday 15 December 2022 (19:00-21:30)LocationLapworth Museum - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionThe Lapworth is extremely excited to announce our new series of live music events in the Museum! Samantha-Jayne is one of the UK's most sought after events saxophonist as well as being a Smooth Jazz recording artist.
11Jan Medici 2023 DatesWednesday 11 January (09:00) - Wednesday 29 March 2023 (17:00)LocationEdgbaston Park Hotel 53 Edgbaston Park Road Birmingham B15 2RSDescriptionThe Medici Enterprise Training Programme will give you the business skills, knowledge and confidence you need to engage
24Mar Ceremony: Pop Comes to Campus DatesThursday 24 March (09:00) - Friday 28 October 2022 (19:00)LocationFoyer - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionResearchers are ripping open the pages of the student newspapers, exploring the gig culture on campus, and curating a public exhibition featuring archive material in partnership with Birmingham Music Archive.
1Oct Black History Month 2022 DatesSaturday 1 October (00:00) - Monday 31 October 2022 (23:59)DescriptionOctober is Black History Month and the University will again be celebrating the culture and histories of black and minority ethnic communities with a comprehensive programme of events.
7Oct First Encounters: Musical Journeys From The First Age of Globalisation DatesFriday 7 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThis performance explores music which spanned the continents of Europe and Asia in the 17th and 18th centuries, including music from the Ming and Qing dynasties played on the Chinese guzheng and harpsichord.
9Oct Orchestral Taster Sessions: Baroque-Classical Orchestra DatesSunday 9 October 2022 (18:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionYour opportunity to try out our period/early music orchestra: Baroque-Classical Orchestra directed by Professor Andrew Kirkman.
14Oct Iyad Sughayer DatesFriday 14 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionChosen as "One to Watch" by International Piano Magazine, Iyad makes his Barber Concerts debut with this performance.
21Oct Aunt Jen and Letters Home DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (12:30-14:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionShedding light on the daily lives of the first Windrush generation immigrants and their families, Paulette will be reading from her books and discussing Black writing, followed by a Q&A, book signing.
21Oct Mithras Trio DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (13:00-14:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionPraised for their "exquisite phrasing", "full-blooded commitment" and "bold, passionate colours", the Mithras Trio is fast growing a reputation as one of the next generation's most exciting piano trios.
26Oct Sean Shibe DatesWednesday 26 October 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionOne of the foremost guitarists of his generation, Sean Shibe brings a fresh and innovative approach to the traditional classical guitar, incorporating electric guitar into his recitals.
28Oct Demonic and Divine DatesFriday 28 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionPerennially popular pianist Kenneth Hamilton presents the first of two lecture-recitals this academic year, memorably traversing themes of the demonic and divine in Romantic music.
29Oct BEASTdome DatesSaturday 29 October 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationThe Dome - The BramallDescriptionBEAST welcomes Iranian electronics composer and performer, Hadi Bastini, and former University of Birmingham resident artist, Loula Yorke for their opening concert of the 2022/23 season.
4Nov Jordan Bak and Joseph Havlat DatesFriday 4 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAward-winning Jamaican-American violist Jordan Bak brings gems of the viola repertoire our Elgar Concert Hall.
8Nov All Our Money: How do Local Authorities Generate and Spend Money? DatesTuesday 8 November 2022 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionEach year Birmingham City Council spends more than £3,000,000,000. But where does all this money come from and how do they decide where it all goes? This workshop will help to answer these questions.
11Nov An Afternoon At Court DatesFriday 11 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescription'An Afternoon at Court' presents songs and sagas of royal figures across the ages, from King Harald's Saga by Judith Weir to Schubert's Ave Maria.
12Nov University Liturgical Choir DatesSaturday 12 November 2022 (17:30-19:30)LocationLichfield CathedralDescriptionEnjoy the stunning architecture of Lichfield Cathedral as the University of Birmingham Liturgical Choir perform Evensong under their director Dr Paul Rodmell.
18Nov King Edwards School DatesFriday 18 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe talented students from King Edward's School and King Edward VI High School for Girls give their annual Barber Concert.
19Nov Instrumental Choirs Gala DatesSaturday 19 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationSt George’s Church - EdgbastonDescriptionJoining forces to present this gala concert are three of the Music Society's instrumental choirs. Open to all, these ensembles also provide opportunity for young conducting talent.
20Nov University Wind Band and String Orchestra DatesSunday 20 November 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society welcomes you for an afternoon of music performed by the student-led Wind Band and String Orchestra.
25Nov Turini Ensemble DatesFriday 25 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe newly-formed Turini Ensemble brings together four of the UK's finest early musicians. They present exciting and emotionally moving music from the lavish and colourful baroque era.
25Nov University Brass Band and Chamber Choirs DatesFriday 25 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe University Brass Band and student-led Chamber Choirs team up for an evening of entertainment.
26Nov Mass In Blue DatesSaturday 26 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society's 150 strong chorus perform with their director Julian Wilkins.
27Nov Birmingham University Singers and University Upper Voices DatesSunday 27 November 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionCommence the festive season with an afternoon of performances from the highly acclaimed Birmingham University Singers and University Upper Voices.
27Nov Honorary President Q+A: Jess Gillam DatesSunday 27 November 2022 (17:30-19:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe committee and Student President of the University of Birmingham Music Society present a relaxed Q&A session with their 2022 Honorary Music Society President, renowned British Saxophonist, Jess Gillam.
30Nov Soul Strings DatesWednesday 30 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAn exciting collaborative project between master sarod players, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, and violin virtuoso Jennifer Pike.
2Dec Clipper Erickson DatesFriday 2 December 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAmerican pianist and musicologist, Clipper Erickson, presents the music of Canadian-American composer Nathaniel Dett, alongside Beethoven's Appassionata, and a work by Ukranian composer Mykola Lysenko
2Dec University Jazz Orchestra DatesFriday 2 December 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society Jazz Orchestra give their autumn term concert featuring the works of Maria Schneider.
3Dec Gospel Revisited DatesSaturday 3 December 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationTown Hall - BirminghamDescriptionGospel Revisited brings Gospel music to the major concert venues and performance spaces in the region, encouraging new audiences to discover the vast wealth of the Gospel music.
4Dec Philharmonic Orchestra DatesSunday 4 December 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society Philharmonic Orchestra celebrate the birthdays of John Williams (90th) and Ralph Vaughan Williams (150th).
10Dec Birmingham University Singers DatesSaturday 10 December (18:30) - Sunday 11 December 2022 (17:00)LocationSt Michael's Church - Tenbury WellsDescriptionBirmingham University Singers make their annual visit to St Michael's Church with Dr Paul Rodmell.
12Dec University Carol Service DatesMonday 12 December 2022 (18:15-20:15)LocationThe Great Hall - Aston WebbDescriptionThe University invites you to attend the annual University Carol Service in The Great Hall. The University's multifaith chaplaincy lead the service, with music from the University Upper Voices choir.
15Dec Live at the Lapworth: Samantha-Jayne DatesThursday 15 December 2022 (19:00-21:30)LocationLapworth Museum - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionThe Lapworth is extremely excited to announce our new series of live music events in the Museum! Samantha-Jayne is one of the UK's most sought after events saxophonist as well as being a Smooth Jazz recording artist.
1Oct Black History Month 2022 DatesSaturday 1 October (00:00) - Monday 31 October 2022 (23:59)DescriptionOctober is Black History Month and the University will again be celebrating the culture and histories of black and minority ethnic communities with a comprehensive programme of events.
6Oct The therapeutic wanderings of Pericles DatesThursday 6 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Kirsty Bushell (Actor).
10Oct The Black Heroes of Mathematics DatesMonday 10 October 2022 (13:00-14:00)LocationWG05 Lecture Theatre - Aston Webb Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionBlack history month, Black Heroes of Mathematics, Professor Nira Chamberlain
10Oct A Tale of Scale: How do we know about forest response to climate change? DatesMonday 10 October 2022 (17:30-18:30)LocationAston Webb Lecture Theatre WG5 - Edgbaston CampusDescriptionPart of the Lapworth Lecture Series. A Tale of Scale: How do we know about forest response to climate change? A talk by Bridget Warren from the University of Birmingham.
12Oct Black Heritage Careers Panel Event DatesWednesday 12 October 2022 (12:00-13:00)LocationZoom - registration requiredDescriptionDuring this event we'll be hearing from organisations dedicated to supporting Black Heritage students to develop their careers via different avenues of support, including internships and mentoring programmes.
13Oct Poor naked wretches DatesThursday 13 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Steve Unwin.
19Oct Highlighting the contributions of Black Astronomers and Astrophysicists DatesWednesday 19 October 2022 (13:00-14:30)LocationBridge Study Room Watson/Poynting building (R15/R13 on the university campus map)DescriptionBlack History Month, unveiling event for a set of posters highlighting Astrophysicists from that identify as black.
19Oct Professor Sylvie Delacroix Inaugural Lecture DatesWednesday 19 October 2022 (17:30-18:30)LocationArts Main Lecture Theatre (room 120)DescriptionHabitual Ethics: What if data-intensive technologies' ability to mould habits with unprecedented precision is also capable of triggering some mass disability of profound consequences?
20Oct The Birmingham Economic Review 2022 DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (09:00-11:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionThe launch event of the Birmingham Economic Review 2022
20Oct Digitizing Early Modern performance: a roundtable DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute roundtable with the University of Illinois Digital Theatre.
20Oct Inaugural Lecture of Professor Neil Hotchin DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (16:30-18:00)LocationBiosciences 301DescriptionInaugural Lecture of Professor Neil Hotchin
20Oct 'Exposed' film screening DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (18:00-20:30)LocationLeonard Deacon Lecture Theatre, Birmingham Medical School, B1 on Edgbaston Campus MapDescriptionscreening of the film 'Exposed': Racism and the Pandemic, a documentary about the experiences of racism of nurses and mid-wives before, during and after the pandemic. Followed by panel discussion.
21Oct Anti-Racism in Higher Education DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (11:00-12:15)Locationalan walters, Alan Walters G11Description2020 Black Lives Matter movement, the higher education sector, bold commitments to dismantling structural racism. higher education can combat institutional racism and achieve real change.
21Oct Aunt Jen and Letters Home DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (12:30-14:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionShedding light on the daily lives of the first Windrush generation immigrants and their families, Paulette will be reading from her books and discussing Black writing, followed by a Q&A, book signing.
21Oct Black History Month: Aunt Jen and Letters Home, Professor Paulette Ramsay DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (12:30-14:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionAunt Jen and Letters Home by Professor Paulette Ramsay tell the stories of daily lives of the first Windrush generation immigrants and their families through their diary entries and letters.
22Oct 'What is the future of care?' – a digital exhibition DatesSaturday 22 October (00:00) - Sunday 13 November 2022 (00:00)DescriptionIMPACT (Improving Adult Care Together) is running a digital exhibition made up of submissions from members of the public on the topics: what does care mean to you in your local area and what is the future of care?
24Oct ONS Economic Forum - Birmingham DatesMonday 24 October 2022 (09:30-12:30)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionONS Regional Economic Forum will present the current state of the UK economy and present data and analysis for your area at a local level.
24Oct Family Event - Mary Anning at the Museum DatesMonday 24 October 2022 (10:00-16:30)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionDrop into the Lapworth Museum of Geology and meet Mary Anning!
27Oct Emancipating the Anthropocene through eco-Shakespeare performance: the global Cymbeline project DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Randall Martin.
27Oct Levelling up the country or levelling up our city? DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (18:00-19:30)LocationEdgbaston Park Hotel 53 Edgbaston Park Road Edgbaston Park Road Birmingham B15 2RS, Writers’ SuiteDescriptionJoin Professor Chris Millward and a panel of West Midlands leaders to explore the opportunities and challenges of Levelling Up for our region.
27Oct Sexuality, race and place in Birmingham DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (18:30-20:30)LocationBirmingham Hippodrome, The PWC suiteDescriptionAn immersive participatory event bringing together academic and community knowledge on race, place and sexuality in Birmingham.
27Oct Here to Stay DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (19:00-21:30)LocationThe Exchange: Assembly RoomDescriptionArt and discussion exploring experiences of Black, Asian & Minoritized Ethnic people working in NHS. Experiences of the Black brown migrant nurses & midwives about their experiences of racism the pandemic. Exposed.
1Nov Decriminalising poverty via re-imagining the criminal justice system DatesTuesday 1 November 2022 (18:00-19:30)DescriptionDecriminalising poverty via re-imagining the criminal justice system
3Nov RSC writing workshop with artists Hannah Khalil and Chris White DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (10:00-16:00)LocationSelly Oak CampusDescriptionAs part of the University's partnership with the (RSC), the RSC is offering all postgraduate students in EDACS the opportunity to take part in a FREE writing workshop with artists Hannah Khalil and Chris White.
3Nov The Phenomenon of the Peaky Blinders DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)Location43-45 Meriden Street, B5 5LS, Digbeth, Irish Quarter, Nortons DigbethDescriptionAn evening of talks which will unpick the Peaky Blinders phenomenon and the effect of the television series on Birmingham and the region.
4Nov The importance of listening to youth voice: relationships and sex education DatesFriday 4 November 2022 (13:00-17:00)LocationAlan Walters Building - University of Birmingham, Room G11 - Ground Floor - Alan WaltersDescriptionDr Sophie King-Hill, youth professionals and students from Birmingham University School for an enlightening discussion on the importance of listening to young people's views on relationships and sex education.
7Nov The School to Prison Pipeline: A UK Perspective DatesMonday 7 November 2022 (18:00-19:30)LocationRoom G12 Main Lecture Theatre Birmingham Business SchoolDescriptionA lively and engaging panel debate with audience engagement, examining the school to prison pipeline in the UK.
8Nov All Our Money: How do Local Authorities Generate and Spend Money? DatesTuesday 8 November 2022 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionEach year Birmingham City Council spends more than £3,000,000,000. But where does all this money come from and how do they decide where it all goes? This workshop will help to answer these questions.
9Nov How to fall in love with your local high street DatesWednesday 9 November 2022 (18:00-19:30)LocationOnline - a zoom link will be sent to you following registrationDescriptionRetail expert Dr Sarah Montano will lead a lively panel of retailers and consumers to debate how we can fall in love with our local high street
9Nov Young Lives in the Spotlight: Poverty, Place & Belonging in Balsall Heath DatesWednesday 9 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationBalsall Heath, Birmingham, The GAPDescriptionIn collaboration with the GAP Arts Project, this event will showcase the performances of eight young people telling the story of poverty, place and belonging in their local area.
10Nov 'Anglo-Italian Shakespeare', with La Sapienza colleagues, Rome DatesThursday 10 November 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by La Sapienza.
10Nov Misogyny in British Politics: Why it happens and how to challenge it DatesThursday 10 November 2022 (19:30-21:00)LocationRoom G11 - Ground Floor - Alan Walters, University of Birmingham - Edgbaston - B15 2TTDescriptionMisogyny in British Politics: Why it happens and how to challenge it
13Nov What is community wellbeing? An interactive map-making session for all ages and abilities DatesSunday 13 November 2022 (10:00-16:00)LocationGarden Studio, The MAC Birmingham Cannon Hill Park Birmingham B12 9QHDescriptionThe event will invite individuals, families, younger and older people to contribute their ideas, imagery, photos, drawings, and recordings to a giant community wellbeing map.
17Nov Blanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan DatesThursday 17 November 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionBlanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan
1Dec Aboutness in Shakespeare's poetry DatesThursday 1 December 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Stephen Guy-Bray.
8Dec Blanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan DatesThursday 8 December 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Professor Peter Holland (University of Notre Dame).
24Mar Ceremony: Pop Comes to Campus DatesThursday 24 March (09:00) - Friday 28 October 2022 (19:00)LocationFoyer - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionResearchers are ripping open the pages of the student newspapers, exploring the gig culture on campus, and curating a public exhibition featuring archive material in partnership with Birmingham Music Archive.
25Apr A History through Objects: Research and Innovation at the University of Birmingham DatesMonday 25 April 2022 (12:00) - Monday 31 July 2023 (12:00)LocationAston Webb BuidlingDescriptionThis exhibition showcases a range of historical and contemporary examples of research and discovery, created in Birmingham with global reach - affecting the lives of millions of people around the world.
22Jul Everything to Everybody: Your Shakespeare, Your Culture DatesFriday 22 July (11:00) - Saturday 5 November 2022 (17:00)LocationLibrary of Birmingham, The GalleryDescriptionThis exhibition invites audiences to immerse themselves in the unique story of the People's Shakespeare Library.
7Oct First Encounters: Musical Journeys From The First Age of Globalisation DatesFriday 7 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThis performance explores music which spanned the continents of Europe and Asia in the 17th and 18th centuries, including music from the Ming and Qing dynasties played on the Chinese guzheng and harpsichord.
9Oct Orchestral Taster Sessions: Baroque-Classical Orchestra DatesSunday 9 October 2022 (18:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionYour opportunity to try out our period/early music orchestra: Baroque-Classical Orchestra directed by Professor Andrew Kirkman.
14Oct Iyad Sughayer DatesFriday 14 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionChosen as "One to Watch" by International Piano Magazine, Iyad makes his Barber Concerts debut with this performance.
21Oct Mithras Trio DatesFriday 21 October 2022 (13:00-14:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionPraised for their "exquisite phrasing", "full-blooded commitment" and "bold, passionate colours", the Mithras Trio is fast growing a reputation as one of the next generation's most exciting piano trios.
26Oct Sean Shibe DatesWednesday 26 October 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionOne of the foremost guitarists of his generation, Sean Shibe brings a fresh and innovative approach to the traditional classical guitar, incorporating electric guitar into his recitals.
28Oct Demonic and Divine DatesFriday 28 October 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionPerennially popular pianist Kenneth Hamilton presents the first of two lecture-recitals this academic year, memorably traversing themes of the demonic and divine in Romantic music.
29Oct BEASTdome DatesSaturday 29 October 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationThe Dome - The BramallDescriptionBEAST welcomes Iranian electronics composer and performer, Hadi Bastini, and former University of Birmingham resident artist, Loula Yorke for their opening concert of the 2022/23 season.
4Nov Jordan Bak and Joseph Havlat DatesFriday 4 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAward-winning Jamaican-American violist Jordan Bak brings gems of the viola repertoire our Elgar Concert Hall.
11Nov An Afternoon At Court DatesFriday 11 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescription'An Afternoon at Court' presents songs and sagas of royal figures across the ages, from King Harald's Saga by Judith Weir to Schubert's Ave Maria.
12Nov University Liturgical Choir DatesSaturday 12 November 2022 (17:30-19:30)LocationLichfield CathedralDescriptionEnjoy the stunning architecture of Lichfield Cathedral as the University of Birmingham Liturgical Choir perform Evensong under their director Dr Paul Rodmell.
18Nov King Edwards School DatesFriday 18 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe talented students from King Edward's School and King Edward VI High School for Girls give their annual Barber Concert.
19Nov Instrumental Choirs Gala DatesSaturday 19 November 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationSt George’s Church - EdgbastonDescriptionJoining forces to present this gala concert are three of the Music Society's instrumental choirs. Open to all, these ensembles also provide opportunity for young conducting talent.
20Nov University Wind Band and String Orchestra DatesSunday 20 November 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society welcomes you for an afternoon of music performed by the student-led Wind Band and String Orchestra.
25Nov Turini Ensemble DatesFriday 25 November 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe newly-formed Turini Ensemble brings together four of the UK's finest early musicians. They present exciting and emotionally moving music from the lavish and colourful baroque era.
25Nov University Brass Band and Chamber Choirs DatesFriday 25 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe University Brass Band and student-led Chamber Choirs team up for an evening of entertainment.
26Nov Mass In Blue DatesSaturday 26 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society's 150 strong chorus perform with their director Julian Wilkins.
27Nov Birmingham University Singers and University Upper Voices DatesSunday 27 November 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionCommence the festive season with an afternoon of performances from the highly acclaimed Birmingham University Singers and University Upper Voices.
27Nov Honorary President Q+A: Jess Gillam DatesSunday 27 November 2022 (17:30-19:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe committee and Student President of the University of Birmingham Music Society present a relaxed Q&A session with their 2022 Honorary Music Society President, renowned British Saxophonist, Jess Gillam.
30Nov Soul Strings DatesWednesday 30 November 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAn exciting collaborative project between master sarod players, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, and violin virtuoso Jennifer Pike.
2Dec Clipper Erickson DatesFriday 2 December 2022 (13:00-13:50)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionAmerican pianist and musicologist, Clipper Erickson, presents the music of Canadian-American composer Nathaniel Dett, alongside Beethoven's Appassionata, and a work by Ukranian composer Mykola Lysenko
2Dec University Jazz Orchestra DatesFriday 2 December 2022 (19:30-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society Jazz Orchestra give their autumn term concert featuring the works of Maria Schneider.
3Dec Gospel Revisited DatesSaturday 3 December 2022 (19:00-21:00)LocationTown Hall - BirminghamDescriptionGospel Revisited brings Gospel music to the major concert venues and performance spaces in the region, encouraging new audiences to discover the vast wealth of the Gospel music.
4Dec Philharmonic Orchestra DatesSunday 4 December 2022 (15:00-17:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - The BramallDescriptionThe Music Society Philharmonic Orchestra celebrate the birthdays of John Williams (90th) and Ralph Vaughan Williams (150th).
10Dec Birmingham University Singers DatesSaturday 10 December (18:30) - Sunday 11 December 2022 (17:00)LocationSt Michael's Church - Tenbury WellsDescriptionBirmingham University Singers make their annual visit to St Michael's Church with Dr Paul Rodmell.
12Dec University Carol Service DatesMonday 12 December 2022 (18:15-20:15)LocationThe Great Hall - Aston WebbDescriptionThe University invites you to attend the annual University Carol Service in The Great Hall. The University's multifaith chaplaincy lead the service, with music from the University Upper Voices choir.
1Oct Cadbury Research Library - Black History Flickr aAlbum DatesSaturday 1 October (09:00) - Monday 31 October 2022 (18:00)LocationCadbury Research LibraryDescriptionBlack History Month, Cadbury Research Library launches its updated Black History Flickr album. It features examples from archives and rare books held in the care of the University of Birmingham.
6Oct The therapeutic wanderings of Pericles DatesThursday 6 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Kirsty Bushell (Actor).
10Oct The Black Heroes of Mathematics DatesMonday 10 October 2022 (13:00-14:00)LocationWG05 Lecture Theatre - Aston Webb Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionBlack history month, Black Heroes of Mathematics, Professor Nira Chamberlain
13Oct Poor naked wretches DatesThursday 13 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Steve Unwin.
19Oct Highlighting the contributions of Black Astronomers and Astrophysicists DatesWednesday 19 October 2022 (13:00-14:30)LocationBridge Study Room Watson/Poynting building (R15/R13 on the university campus map)DescriptionBlack History Month, unveiling event for a set of posters highlighting Astrophysicists from that identify as black.
19Oct Professor Sylvie Delacroix Inaugural Lecture DatesWednesday 19 October 2022 (17:30-18:30)LocationArts Main Lecture Theatre (room 120)DescriptionHabitual Ethics: What if data-intensive technologies' ability to mould habits with unprecedented precision is also capable of triggering some mass disability of profound consequences?
20Oct The Birmingham Economic Review 2022 DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (09:00-11:00)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionThe launch event of the Birmingham Economic Review 2022
20Oct Digitizing Early Modern performance: a roundtable DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute roundtable with the University of Illinois Digital Theatre.
20Oct Inaugural Lecture of Professor Neil Hotchin DatesThursday 20 October 2022 (16:30-18:00)LocationBiosciences 301DescriptionInaugural Lecture of Professor Neil Hotchin
24Oct ONS Economic Forum - Birmingham DatesMonday 24 October 2022 (09:30-12:30)LocationThe ExchangeDescriptionONS Regional Economic Forum will present the current state of the UK economy and present data and analysis for your area at a local level.
27Oct Emancipating the Anthropocene through eco-Shakespeare performance: the global Cymbeline project DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Randall Martin.
27Oct Here to Stay DatesThursday 27 October 2022 (19:00-21:30)LocationThe Exchange: Assembly RoomDescriptionArt and discussion exploring experiences of Black, Asian & Minoritized Ethnic people working in NHS. Experiences of the Black brown migrant nurses & midwives about their experiences of racism the pandemic. Exposed.
3Nov RSC writing workshop with artists Hannah Khalil and Chris White DatesThursday 3 November 2022 (10:00-16:00)LocationSelly Oak CampusDescriptionAs part of the University's partnership with the (RSC), the RSC is offering all postgraduate students in EDACS the opportunity to take part in a FREE writing workshop with artists Hannah Khalil and Chris White.
10Nov 'Anglo-Italian Shakespeare', with La Sapienza colleagues, Rome DatesThursday 10 November 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by La Sapienza.
17Nov Blanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan DatesThursday 17 November 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionBlanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan
1Dec Aboutness in Shakespeare's poetry DatesThursday 1 December 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationStratford-upon-Avon, The Shakespeare Institute, ZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Stephen Guy-Bray.
8Dec Blanche McIntyre (director at the RSC and Globe) in conversation with Erin Sullivan DatesThursday 8 December 2022 (15:00-16:00)LocationZoomDescriptionShakespeare Institute Thursday seminar given by Professor Peter Holland (University of Notre Dame).
11Jan Medici 2023 DatesWednesday 11 January (09:00) - Wednesday 29 March 2023 (17:00)LocationEdgbaston Park Hotel 53 Edgbaston Park Road Birmingham B15 2RSDescriptionThe Medici Enterprise Training Programme will give you the business skills, knowledge and confidence you need to engage