The Full Monty, Slaves, Simply Red and more: What's on this weekend in the Midlands and Shropshire
With theatre productions, arena shows and the starts of Christmas events, there's plenty to do this weekend in the Midlands and Shropshire to get the whole family in the festive spirit.
Friday
Caravan Palace - O2 Academy, Birmingham
Jazz fusion artists Caravan Palace are set to amaze crowds at Birmingham's O2 Academy this weekend.
The Parisian seven piece fuse hedonistic house and old school jazz to euphoric effect.
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Our House by Bilston Operatic Society - Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
Bilston Operatic Company's production kicked off on Tuesday night - and is wowing audiences.
Featuring the music of Madness, Our House, which runs at the Grand for five days, combines a witty romance with the energetic songs of the ska band.
Laura Canadine, the show's producer and choreographer, praised the audience and cast alike for a superb opening night.
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The Full Monty - Birmingham Hippodrome
For a combination of gritty drama and raunchy comedy - look no further than The Full Monty, baring all at Birmingham Hippodrome this weekend.
The show tells the tale of struggling steel workers from Sheffield who turn their hand to a rather unusual way of making ends meet - becoming North England's answer to the Chippendales.
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The Disclaimers - Birmingham REP
Professionals by day, rock gods by night - The Disclaimers are ready to take the stage of Birmingham REP by storm.
Known for their love of floor filling rock and pop classics, The Disclaimers will have audiences up on their feet in minutes - maybe even on stage helping them sing along.
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The Carpenters Story - Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury
The award-winning Carpenters Story celebrates the music of one of the most successful pop duos in music history, Richard & Karen Carpenter.
The show comes to Shrewsbury's Theatre Severn this weekend, Featuring all the timeless hits from the Carpenters repertoire including (They Long To Be) Close To You, We've Only Just Begun, Superstar, Yesterday Once More, Top of the World, Please Mr Postman, and more.
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Skerryvore - Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury
Scottish folk band Skerryvore are set to wow crowds at Shrewsbury's Theatre Severn this Friday.
The band are known for songs such as Path to Home and Angry Fiddler, and have crafted their unique sound for over ten years.
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Rock of Ages Experience - Robin 2, Bilston
Enjoy the rock extravaganza that is the Rock of Ages Experience this weekend at the Robin 2, with free admission.
This tribute to the music of the smash-hit Hollywood musical and film will feature songs from the likes of Foreigner, Journey, Scorpions, Bon Jovi, Whitesnake, Def Leppard and more.
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Saturday
Soil - O2 Institute, Birmingham
Chicago's rockers Soil are back on the road with support from Memphis, TN rock veterans Saliva and Texas based newcomers, Sons of Texas.
The band come to Birmingham's O2 Institute this Saturday, armed with hits such as Halo, Breaking Me Down and Unreal.
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Slaves - O2 Academy, Bimingham
Gritty, primal punk band Slaves are heading to Birmingham's O2 Academy for a live show like no other.
Quickly earning a reputation for themselves as one of the UK's fiercest live acts with their constant touring and festival appearances, the band support their new album, Take Control.
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Laura Mvula - O2 Institute, Birmingham
Laura Mvula supports her Mercury Prize-nominated album, The Dreaming Room, on a new tour that comes to Birmingham's O2 Institute this weekend.
The album, recorded over 12 months, highlights Mvula's unique and electrifying sound.
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Our House by Bilston Operatic Society - Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
Bilston Operatic Company's production kicked off on Tuesday night - and is wowing audiences.
Featuring the music of Madness, Our House, which runs at the Grand for five days, combines a witty romance with the energetic songs of the ska band.
Laura Canadine, the show's producer and choreographer, praised the audience and cast alike for a superb opening night.
For more information, click here
The Full Monty - Birmingham Hippodrome
For a combination of gritty drama and raunchy comedy - look no further than The Full Monty, baring all at Birmingham Hippodrome this weekend.
The show tells the tale of struggling steel workers from Sheffield who turn their hand to a rather unusual way of making ends meet - becoming North England's answer to the Chippendales.
For more information, click here
White Yardies First One Man Show: Straight Outta Jamaica - New Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham
White Yardie, the Internet and social media sensation, is set to induce roaring belly-laughs this weekend at Birmingham's New Alexandra Theatre.
White Yardie has become a credible name since entering the stand up comedy circuit and now, he is ready to tell audiences his story with his first comedy special.
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And Finally....Phil Collins - Lichfield Garrick
And Finally... Phil Collins are recognised throughout the industry as the market leaders and definitive Phil Collins & Genesis tribute show, treating fans at Lichfield Garrick Theatre this Saturday.
In 2016, as part of their major re-launch, there are over sixty theatre dates with a brand-new show that has been truly enhanced with new lighting, stage sets and world class musicians, including a two-drummer line up.
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Music and Dance from Around the World - Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury
Following last year's sell-out performance, students from Concord College perform Music and Dance from Around the World in aid of The Shropshire Federation of Women's Institutes and Rotary Charities.
The concert has in recent years attracted audiences from Shrewsbury and the wider Shropshire area, including VIP guest the Mayor of Shrewsbury, and has regularly raised over £3000 for local charities.
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Around the World in 40 Songs - Oakengates Theatre, Telford
Telford Academy of Performing Arts present Around the World in 40 Songs, at Oakengates Theatre this Saturday.
The show features ballet, tap, street dance, musical theatre and more.
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Sunday
Simply Red - Genting Arena, Birmingham
Simply Red celebrate their 25th Anniversary of Stars at Birmingham's Genting Arena this weekend.
The first half of this special show will feature the entire 'Stars' album in its original running order while the second half of the show will feature hits and classic Simply Red songs.
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Jimmy Eat World - O2 Academy, Birmingham
Supporting their ninth studio album, Integrity Blues, Jimmy Eat World head to Birmingham's O2 Academy this weekend.
The band are famed for such hits as Sweetness, Hear You Me and The Middle.
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The Solid Gold Rock and Roll Show - New Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham
Original 'dreamboats', Marty Wilde, Eden Kane, Mike Berry, and The Wildcats, as well as very special guest Mark Wynter, join forces in The Solid Gold Rock n Roll Show this weekend.
The show covers the music of the late fifties and sixties, including hits such as A Teenager In Love, Rubber Ball, Donna, I Don't Know Why, Well I Ask You, Don't You Think It's Time, The Sunshine of Your Smile, Venus In Blue Jeans, Go Away Little Girl, and more.
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That'll Be The Day: Christmas Show - Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury
The popular Rock 'N' Roll variety show That'll Be The Day celebrates the festive season this weekend at Theatre Severn.
The show features Christmas classic songs from the fifties, sixties and seventies, plus plenty of hilarious comedy.
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Street Dance Telford - Oakengates Theatre, Telford
A street dance spectacular from the most successful street dance school in Telford will appear at Oakengates Theatre on Sunday.
Street dance Telford dancers are Midlands, North Wales and North West champions, are in the Top 5 in the UK and have competed at the European Street Dance Championships, having also featured on Sky 1's Got To Dance.
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StillMarillion: Fish Era Marillion - Robin 2, Bilston
StillMarillion pay tribute to the Fish Era of Marillion at Bilston's Robin 2.
Covering the first four albums and other rarities from the period of Fish's much revered era with Marillion. StillMarillion pay homage to this time and are fronted by singer Martin Jakubski, who also sings with original Marillion guitarist Steve Rothery's solo band.
