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Experience Shakespeare under the stars at Wolverhampton museum with The Lord Chamberlain’s Men

It's set to be a night for lovers of Shakespeare to see one of his best known works under the stars at a city museum.

Teen voices take centre stage in brand new Restoke production

Your World|Feb 17

'I'm so excited' - Beverley Knight coming home to star for the first time at Wolverhampton's Grand Theatre

West Midlands Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden and her stage partner Carlos reveal the true power of dance

Council makes decision over fate of Staffordshire theatre and museum

Co-artistic directors of pioneering theatre company to step down after 28 years

Your World|Feb 12

Have I Got News For You's Ignacio Lopez brings tour to Shrewsbury this week

Your World|Feb 12

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