Freya Ridings
Since breaking through with Top 10 single ‘Lost Without You’ back in 2017, Freya Ridings has cemented herself as one of the UK’s most impressive vocal talents, with the ability to turn her hand to tender balladry and powerful air punch moments alike. That break out single has, to date, been streamed almost half a billion times on Spotify alone, while 2019’s self-titled debut album and 2023 follow-up ‘Blood Orange’ both landed in the Top 10 of the UK Album Charts, sending Ridings around the world and landing her a BRIT nomination for Best Female Solo Artist.Going into her third album – set for release in May 2026 -Freya Ridings is not the same artist she was before. She’s had to reach down into the depths and find reserves that she didn’t know she had, and in doing so, she’s tapped into a rich seam of anger and wisdom and womanhood that feels as timely now as it ever was. As she says, “Getting to create, sing and play these songs and have them exist in the real world, that feels like winning to me.”
CBSO in the City at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
CBSO IN THE CITY RETURNS, TAKING THE ORCHESTRA OUT OF THE CONCERT HALL AND INTO BIRMINGHAM’S TRAMS, SHOPPING CENTRES, STATION AND PUBLIC SPACESFrom Thursday 27 to Monday 31 August, CBSO in the City returns for its third year, with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra’s (CBSO) musicians performing for free to tens of thousands of residents across Birmingham.Event Schedule at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery: Pre-Raphaelites Galleries- String Trio11:00 – 11:30 12:00 – 12:30 History and music come together in a unique cultural experience.Discover the Pre-Raphaelites exhibition at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery whilst musicians from the CBSO perform a selection of works for string trio – it’s the perfect accompaniment to your experience.Joe Lycett EVERY THING MUST GO – String Quartet & Keyboard14:00 – 14:30 15:00 – 15:30 CBSO string players present a marvellous afternoon of live music at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.Following this performance, why not take the opportunity to explore Joe Lycett’s EVERY THING MUST GO exhibition. Opening on 29 July 2026, the exhibition is Lycett’s first major solo art exhibition, and features a selection of works that celebrate nostalgia, grief and loss.CBSO in the City is made possible thanks to the generous support of NBB Waldrons and John Osborn.
Blippi: Be Like Blippi Tour
Blippi is coming to Town Hall Birmingham in the all-new Be Like Blippi Tour! Get ready to see the world more curiously as you move like, play like, and explore just like Blippi! Join Blippi and Meekah live on stage in a high-energy live show packed with music, laughter, and surprises, featuring fan-favorites like “The Excavator Song,” “Monster Truck,” “Dino Dance,” and “Curious Like Me.” This brand-new interactive adventure invites families to put on your orange glasses and unlock the spark of curiosity inside us all—showing that everyone can Be Like Blippi!For the Be Like Blippi Tour, the characters Blippi and Meekah will be played by professional stage performers selected specifically for the tour.
Cabaret & Cabernet – Icons!
About the experienceA night of iconic female LEGENDS! Come join us Downstairs At The Grand for an unforgettable night of live music. “Icons” went truly viral this year as the only place to be on a Friday night. An evening of female legends like Christina, Beyoncé, Rihanna and many more. Heavy nostalgia RnB, feel good tunes and an opportunity to make some serious shapes on the dance floor. Well Icons is returning refreshed and re-written and ready to SLAY again this September! Expect brand new singalong classics, gorgeous costumes, stunning specialist acts and of course POWER HOUSE vocals from our performers. Expect a night of epic sing-a-long TUNES, audience participation, power ballad fists and napkins in the air, all whilst you enjoy a delicious 3 course meal and stunning cocktails from the team at The Grand. Be a part of picking your own playlist as we take song requests, banter with audience members and recreate pop culture classic moments from some of the greatest singers of all time! THREE COURSES & GLASS OF FIZZAdd-ons availableUpgrade your arrival drink to Perrier-Jouët…£18.00Bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne Grand Brut£120.00Bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne Blason Rosé£160.00
Cabaret & Cabernet – Decades
About the experienceDownstairs At The Grand continues for its phenomenally popular late night music bar… Refreshed and re-written, our Saturday night concept follows on from the immensely popular Icons show. DECADES will be a huge one. Celebrating all the absolute tunes from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s – expect singalong classics from EVERY genre – so there’s something for everyone! The biggest artists on the planet from every era 70’s: think Donna Summer, Abba, and Bowie 80’s: think George Michael, Whitney and Prince 90’s: think Oasis, Spice Girls then moving into House Classics Dancers, power house vocals including audience participation all whilst you enjoy a delicious 3 course meal and stunning cocktails from the team at The Grand. Be a part of picking your own playlist as we take song requests, banter with audience members and recreate pop culture classic moments from some of the greatest singers and genres of all time! THREE COURSES & GLASS OF FIZZAdd-ons availableUpgrade your arrival drink to Perrier-Jouët…£18.00Bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne Grand Brut£120.00Bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne Blason Rosé£160.00
Cabaret & Cabernet – Icons!
About the experienceA night of iconic female LEGENDS! Come join us Downstairs At The Grand for an unforgettable night of live music. “Icons” went truly viral this year as the only place to be on a Friday night. An evening of female legends like Christina, Beyoncé, Rihanna and many more. Heavy nostalgia RnB, feel good tunes and an opportunity to make some serious shapes on the dance floor. Well Icons is returning refreshed and re-written and ready to SLAY again this September! Expect brand new singalong classics, gorgeous costumes, stunning specialist acts and of course POWER HOUSE vocals from our performers. Expect a night of epic sing-a-long TUNES, audience participation, power ballad fists and napkins in the air, all whilst you enjoy a delicious 3 course meal and stunning cocktails from the team at The Grand. Be a part of picking your own playlist as we take song requests, banter with audience members and recreate pop culture classic moments from some of the greatest singers of all time! THREE COURSES & GLASS OF FIZZAdd-ons availableUpgrade your arrival drink to Perrier-Jouët…£18.00Bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne Grand Brut£120.00Bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne Blason Rosé£160.00
Cabaret & Cabernet – Decades
About the experienceDownstairs At The Grand continues for its phenomenally popular late night music bar… Refreshed and re-written, our Saturday night concept follows on from the immensely popular Icons show. DECADES will be a huge one. Celebrating all the absolute tunes from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s – expect singalong classics from EVERY genre – so there’s something for everyone! The biggest artists on the planet from every era 70’s: think Donna Summer, Abba, and Bowie 80’s: think George Michael, Whitney and Prince 90’s: think Oasis, Spice Girls then moving into House Classics Dancers, power house vocals including audience participation all whilst you enjoy a delicious 3 course meal and stunning cocktails from the team at The Grand. Be a part of picking your own playlist as we take song requests, banter with audience members and recreate pop culture classic moments from some of the greatest singers and genres of all time! THREE COURSES & GLASS OF FIZZAdd-ons availableUpgrade your arrival drink to Perrier-Jouët…£18.00Bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne Grand Brut£120.00Bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne Blason Rosé£160.00
Cabaret & Cabernet – Icons!
About the experienceA night of iconic female LEGENDS! Come join us Downstairs At The Grand for an unforgettable night of live music. “Icons” went truly viral this year as the only place to be on a Friday night. An evening of female legends like Christina, Beyoncé, Rihanna and many more. Heavy nostalgia RnB, feel good tunes and an opportunity to make some serious shapes on the dance floor. Well Icons is returning refreshed and re-written and ready to SLAY again this September! Expect brand new singalong classics, gorgeous costumes, stunning specialist acts and of course POWER HOUSE vocals from our performers. Expect a night of epic sing-a-long TUNES, audience participation, power ballad fists and napkins in the air, all whilst you enjoy a delicious 3 course meal and stunning cocktails from the team at The Grand. Be a part of picking your own playlist as we take song requests, banter with audience members and recreate pop culture classic moments from some of the greatest singers of all time! THREE COURSES & GLASS OF FIZZAdd-ons availableUpgrade your arrival drink to Perrier-Jouët…£18.00Bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne Grand Brut£120.00Bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne Blason Rosé£160.00
Cabaret & Cabernet – Decades
About the experienceDownstairs At The Grand continues for its phenomenally popular late night music bar… Refreshed and re-written, our Saturday night concept follows on from the immensely popular Icons show. DECADES will be a huge one. Celebrating all the absolute tunes from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s – expect singalong classics from EVERY genre – so there’s something for everyone! The biggest artists on the planet from every era 70’s: think Donna Summer, Abba, and Bowie 80’s: think George Michael, Whitney and Prince 90’s: think Oasis, Spice Girls then moving into House Classics Dancers, power house vocals including audience participation all whilst you enjoy a delicious 3 course meal and stunning cocktails from the team at The Grand. Be a part of picking your own playlist as we take song requests, banter with audience members and recreate pop culture classic moments from some of the greatest singers and genres of all time! THREE COURSES & GLASS OF FIZZAdd-ons availableUpgrade your arrival drink to Perrier-Jouët…£18.00Bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne Grand Brut£120.00Bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne Blason Rosé£160.00
Cabaret & Cabernet – Icons!
About the experienceA night of iconic female LEGENDS! Come join us Downstairs At The Grand for an unforgettable night of live music. “Icons” went truly viral this year as the only place to be on a Friday night. An evening of female legends like Christina, Beyoncé, Rihanna and many more. Heavy nostalgia RnB, feel good tunes and an opportunity to make some serious shapes on the dance floor. Well Icons is returning refreshed and re-written and ready to SLAY again this September! Expect brand new singalong classics, gorgeous costumes, stunning specialist acts and of course POWER HOUSE vocals from our performers. Expect a night of epic sing-a-long TUNES, audience participation, power ballad fists and napkins in the air, all whilst you enjoy a delicious 3 course meal and stunning cocktails from the team at The Grand. Be a part of picking your own playlist as we take song requests, banter with audience members and recreate pop culture classic moments from some of the greatest singers of all time! THREE COURSES & GLASS OF FIZZAdd-ons availableUpgrade your arrival drink to Perrier-Jouët…£18.00Bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne Grand Brut£120.00Bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne Blason Rosé£160.00