Events AI FUTURES: Extreme Robotics DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DR World Refugee Day DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (18:30-20:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DR AI FUTURES: Birmingham Futures DatesThursday 4 July 2024 (18:15-19:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DR Search for: Search All eventsPerformanceLectures, Talks and WorkshopsCultural ProgrammeResearch 20May Exhibition: A History Through Objects: Research and Innovation at the University of Birmingham DatesFriday 20 May 2022 (09:00) - Friday 20 December 2024 (17:00)LocationThroughout the Aston Webb Building including the ground floor corridors and Rotunda Gallery (first floor)DescriptionA History Through Objects: Research and Innovation at the University of Birmingham tells the stories of more than 140 years of research, the people behind it and those whose lives have been changed by it. 20Feb Winterbourne House and Garden - What's on DatesMonday 20 February 2023 (16:07) - Thursday 20 February 2025 (16:07)LocationWinterbourne House and GardenDescriptionFind out what's on at Winterbourne House and Garden. 10Feb AI FUTURES: Looking for Love DatesSaturday 10 February (10:00) - Saturday 1 June 2024 (16:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionLooking for Love is a playful experience that takes place over a message-based dating app, inviting you to take the perspective of another form of intelligence, to reflect on the peculiarities of our own. 24Feb Botanical Arts & Crafts Exhibition DatesSaturday 24 February (00:00) - Sunday 8 September 2024 (00:00)LocationWinterbourne House & Garden University of BirminghamDescriptionThis exhibition of botanical illustrations, paintings and crafts celebrates the twenty-fifth anniversary of the BSBA. 30Apr Case Study: Africanize DatesTuesday 30 April (08:30) - Friday 1 November 2024 (16:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionThis is a community-driven project exploring the University of Birmingham's African Collection, this new display introduces the project and responses to the collection by artist-in-residence, Sipho Eric Ndlovu. 4May Heritage building tours DatesSaturday 4 May (11:00) - Saturday 6 July 2024 (16:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin our friendly guides on a heritage tour of The Exchange and discover its hidden history and fascinating stories. 8May Culture Café DatesWednesday 8 May (15:00) - Wednesday 10 July 2024 (17:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionCome together with Black History Arts and More for a hot drink, engaging conversations, and pop-up activities celebrating cultures, communities, and inclusion. 21May Cafe Teach - Get into Teaching DatesTuesday 21 May 2024 (15:00-16:15)LocationSchool of EducationDescriptionCome and find out more about our PGCE programme 21May Tiya: Exploring African Artefacts Through meaningful discussion DatesTuesday 21 May 2024 (18:00-20:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us for this thought-provoking discussion session hosted by We Don't Settle in collaboration with the University of Birmingham's Research and Cultural Collections. 21May Cadbury Lectures 2024 DatesTuesday 21 May (19:30) - Thursday 23 May 2024 (20:30)LocationOnline - a link will be sent to you before the event, The Exchange 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionThe 2024 lecture series presents the translation-based womanist biblical scholarship of the Rev Wil Gafney, Womanist biblical scholar and Professor of Hebrew Bible at Brite Divinity School in Fort Worth, Texas 22May The Nurturing Garden – Horticulture Masterclass DatesWednesday 22 May 2024 (10:30-15:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionLook at creating a nurturing garden. Explore the practical ways to connect with nature and use gardening to benefit your health and wellbeing. 23May Brum Rocks: music workshop DatesThursday 23 May 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionWhether you're a seasoned musician or a beginner, experienced instructors will guide you through the songs as a group. 23May Brum Rocks: Conversation DatesThursday 23 May 2024 (19:30-20:45)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin Jez Collins, Founder of Birmingham Music Archive, and Birmingham Poet Laureate, Jasmine Gardosi, as they discuss 'Brum Rocks'. 25May Body Clock by Azizi Cole DatesSaturday 25 May 2024 (19:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionDeveloped as part of Sounding Change with Azizi Cole, 'Body Clock' is a multidisciplinary piece combining music, movement, and the influence that music can have on the body. 28May AI FUTURES: The art of AI DatesTuesday 28 May 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us for a one-of-a-kind workshop combining creativity and ChatGPT. 28May Family Event - Musical Museum Tour DatesTuesday 28 May 2024 (11:00-14:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionJoin us on Tuesday 28th May for the Musical Museum Tour. 29May Midlands SEM users meeting (MIDSEM) 2024 DatesWednesday 29 May 2024 (09:30-16:00)LocationGC13, Metallurgy and Materials buildingDescriptionThe meeting features speakers, a trade forum with details of new applications in electron microscopy and a trade exhibition from the major companies involved in electron microscopy, analysis, service and consumables. 29May Humanities in a Changing World DatesWednesday 29 May 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionProfessor Julia Black delivers the second in our Transformative Humanities lecture series. 30May Bodies & beats: making music with smart tech DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (10:30-12:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionLed by artist Sarah Hamilton Baker and performer and producer Tom Peel, this interactive workshop blends music and movement and turns your body into sounds! 30May 'Iron and Blood': Writing the Histories of Militaries and War DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (17:30-19:00)LocationUniversity House Room 103DescriptionPanel participants: Peter Wilson (Oxford), Jonathan Boff, Daniel Whittingham, Tom Brodie (University of Birmingham) 30May Mwen x BEAST x Antonio Roberts DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (19:30-23:59)LocationCentralaDescriptionA night of electronic and experimental music and visuals, featuring BEAST and Sounding Change musician DJ Mwen. 1Jun Undoing 2007; Preparing for 2038 DatesSaturday 1 June 2024 (09:00-17:00)LocationThe Exchange 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionA day-long, co-productive community conversation, about Abolition, Birmingham, and Commemoration, convened and chaired by Dr Nathaniel Adam Tobias Coleman (University of Birmingham). 1Jun The Adventures of Dr Dolittle DatesSaturday 1 June 2024 (18:00-20:20)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionWhen Dr Dolittle is taught by his wise old parrot how to talk to animals, news of his skills spreads far and wide in this hilarious production from Illyria. 3Jun Museum Tours DatesMonday 3 June 2024 (12:00-13:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionJoin us for Tours of the Museum 3Jun Esther Kühn: The neuronal mechanisms of body memories DatesMonday 3 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)Location52 Pritchatts Road - Lecture Theatre 1 (G16), Hybrid Event, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar with Esther Kühn 4Jun Painting & Drawing Flowers – Short Course DatesTuesday 4 June 2024 (10:30-12:30)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionThis six week short course will allow you to explore drawing and painting flowers through a variety of media. 4Jun Workshop: An Introduction to South Asian Music Ensemble DatesTuesday 4 June 2024 (10:30-12:30)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionDeveloped as part of Sounding Change with Azizi Cole, 'Body Clock' is a multidisciplinary piece combining music, movement, and the influence that music can have on the body. 4Jun Student workshop | Art in bloom DatesTuesday 4 June 2024 (11:00-16:00)LocationThe Green Heart, University of Birmingham campusDescriptionJoin the Barber Institute for a chilled and creative seed packet-making workshop exploring the Barber Institute's upcoming display, Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A. 4Jun Parents and Carers catch up DatesTuesday 4 June 2024 (12:00-13:30)LocationLibrary - University of BirminghamDescriptionparents and carers network catch up. Informal meet up. Library 5Jun Student workshop | Eco-photography with Sammie Masters-Hopkins DatesWednesday 5 June 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionDive into the fascinating world of eco-photography with artist Sammie Masters-Hopkins. Learn and experience one of three cameraless image-making techniques infused with botanical charm. 5Jun Talk and Panel Discussion | Very Private? DatesWednesday 5 June 2024 (15:30-17:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine Arts - Lecture Theatre (R14 on campus map)DescriptionJoin Linder Sterling for a round table discussion, reflecting on the Charleston Trust exhibition, Very Private?, as a case study for arts institutions grappling with their own queer past. 6Jun Gingerbread information session DatesThursday 6 June 2024 (12:00-13:00)LocationOnlineDescriptionGingerbread charity, information session. Single parents. 6Jun Vespers of the Blessed Earth DatesThursday 6 June 2024 (19:30-21:30)LocationSymphony Hall - BirminghamDescriptionThe University of Birmingham Voices join the CBSO for a performance of John Luther Adams' "Vespers of the Blessed Earth" and Sibelius' Second Symphony. 8Jun Stitches: Raise the Surface DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (10:00-16:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionWork with ways to create three-dimensional stitches using padding and wire. Create raised embroidered pieces inspired by insects, flowers and foliage. 8Jun AI FUTURES: Extreme Robotics DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin researchers from the University of Birmingham's Extreme Robotics Lab for a family-friendly venture into the world of advanced robotics and AI. 8Jun BULLYACHE: WHO HURT YOU? DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (20:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBULLYACHE is a dance company and music duo, featuring as part of Sounding Change, with a focus on working-class and queer perspectives, consisting of Courtney Deyn and Jacob Samuel. 8Jun Family heritage tours DatesSaturday 8 June (10:00) - Saturday 13 July 2024 (14:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionOur family tours take you on an interactive exploration of The Exchange. With help from objects, archives and our friendly guides, step into the shoes of those who once worked and banked in this historic building. 9Jun Summer Festival of Music: Folk Band at POWER FOLK DatesSunday 9 June 2024 (14:00-20:00)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionPOWER FOLK is an all-you-can-eat buffet for music fans and musicians alike. The day welcomes a plethora of musicians to the stage throughout the day, including the University Folk Band and its director, Paloma Trigas. 9Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Brass Band Reunion Concert DatesSunday 9 June 2024 (17:00-18:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThis concert marks the end of an era as we wish a fond farewell to longstanding professional conductor Stuart Birnie, welcoming back performers from across the Brass Band's history. 11Jun What is Horticultural Heritage? - call for papers DatesTuesday 11 June 2024 (09:30-17:00)Location58 Edgbaston Park Road, B15 2RT, Birmingham, Edgbaston, Winterbourne House and GardenDescriptionA symposium organised by Winterbourne House and Garden in partnership with the International Centre for Heritage, University of Birmingham 11Jun Summer Festival of Music: Jazz at the Spotted Dog - Jazz Collective Vocal Ensemble DatesTuesday 11 June 2024 (20:00-23:59)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionThe University's Jazz Collective Vocal Ensemble are joined by a line-up of talented instrumentalists to explore music from artists such as New York Voices and expertly crafted arrangements. 12Jun Grow Your Own – Horticulture Masterclass DatesWednesday 12 June 2024 (10:30-16:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionFrom pots to plots, learn about growing vegetables and fruits whatever the space you have. 12Jun Student workshop | Eco-photography with Sammie Masters-Hopkins (session 2) DatesWednesday 12 June 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionDive into the fascinating world of eco-photography with artist Sammie Masters-Hopkins. Learn and experience one of three cameraless image-making techniques infused with botanical charm. 13Jun Walking Tour: Centering on Civic - 14:30 DatesThursday 13 June 2024 (14:30-16:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionBen Waddington, author and founder of Still Walking, leads a walk around the block exploring the civic expectations and demands of today, from public spaces and parks to security and Wi-Fi. 13Jun Walking Tour: Centering on Civic - 17:30 DatesThursday 13 June 2024 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionBen Waddington, author and founder of Still Walking, leads a walk around the block exploring the civic expectations and demands of today, from public spaces and parks to security and Wi-Fi. 14Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Jazz Orchestra & Jazz Collective small bands DatesFriday 14 June 2024 (18:00-23:59)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionHead down to The Spotted Dog for an eclectic evening of jazz presented by University of Birmingham's Music Society Jazz Orchestra and Jazz Collective bands. 16Jun Summer Festival of Music: Summer Festival Orchestra DatesSunday 16 June 2024 (15:00-16:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionWe celebrate our talented students with this concert as we present the winning entries of both the 2023 Music Society composition competition and the 2024 Music Society solo competition. 17Jun Summer Festival of Music: miniBEAST DatesMonday 17 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionminiBEAST is the perfect introduction to the weird and wonderful world of electroacoustic music – music that will surround you, lure you in and entrance you as it fills the 10m high BEASTdome. 17Jun Summer Festival of Music: String Orchestra DatesMonday 17 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionFrom the virtuoso violins to the dark depths of the double basses, there is nothing quite like the power of a string orchestra in full flow. Come and enjoy the sumptuous sounds of our talented String Orchestra. 18Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Music Scholars DatesTuesday 18 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionCome and enjoy this relaxed, showcase performance from a selection of talented scholarship holders from across the University. 19Jun Summer Festival of Music: Chamber Music & Soloists Concert DatesWednesday 19 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionMembers of the University of Birmingham Music Society's Chamber Music Network to give short ensemble and solo performances ranging from string quartets to song in this informal lunchtime concert. 19Jun Student workshop | Eco-photography with Sammie Masters-Hopkins (session 3) DatesWednesday 19 June 2024 (14:00-16:00)DescriptionDive into the fascinating world of eco-photography with artist Sammie Masters-Hopkins. Learn and experience one of three cameraless image-making techniques infused with botanical charm. 19Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Symphonic Brass DatesWednesday 19 June 2024 (18:00-18:45)LocationThe Green HeartDescriptionVenture into the Green Heart for a gilded evening of brassy tunes from our symphony brass ten-piece, arranged by Birmingham's very own Stephen Roberts. 20Jun Sustainability and Procurement: The SAPIENS Network Conference DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (09:00-18:00)LocationTBCDescription(The Future of European Law and Policy IX) 20Jun Summer Festival of Music: Summer Festival Voices DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionSingers from across the campus present a lunchtime concert of some of their favourite choral music as part of this year's Summer Festival. 20Jun World Refugee Day DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (18:30-20:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us at The Exchange for to learn more about the experience of refugees, honour the contributions that refugees have made to their communities and advocate for the rights and protection of refugees worldwide. 20Jun Live at the Lapworth: Gabbidon Band DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (19:00-21:30)LocationLapworth Museum - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionThe Lapworth is extremely excited to announce the return of our series of live music events! Gabbidon Band will perform a fantastic reggae concert. 21Jun Summer Festival of Music: Folk Band DatesFriday 21 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe Summer Festival 2024 comes to a close in style as we welcome Paloma Trigas and the Folk Band's talented musicians for this finale to a fortnight of incredible music-making. 22Jun Postgraduate Open Day DatesSaturday 22 June 2024 (09:00-16:00)LocationUniversity of Birmingham - Edgbaston campusDescriptionVisit our Postgraduate Open Day at the University of Birmingham campus on Saturday 22 June 2024 24Jun Dr Maria Michail: Using systems modelling and simulation to inform suicide prevention policy and planning in Australia and the UK DatesMonday 24 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationHybrid Event, LT1: 52 Pritchatts Road, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar/Webinar with Dr Maria Michail 26Jun Pre-charge bail and Release Under Investigation DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (09:15-16:00)LocationWoburn House - LondonDescriptionThis seminar will discuss the findings of a research project to examine the impact of changes in the law on pre-charge bail and reflect on their implications for law, policy and practice. 26Jun Lunchtime talk | Exhibition introduction – Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber's Director, Jennifer Powell for a free exhibition introduction of Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue. 26Jun BEAST: Xenia Pestova Bennett + Annea Lockwood DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops. 26Jun The Empirical Humanities: an obscured tradition with a bright future? DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationMuirhead Tower - G15 (large ground floor lecture theatre)DescriptionProfessor Rens Bod delivers the third in our Transformative Humanities lecture series. 26Jun BEAST: Artemi Gioti + Aaron Einbond DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops. 27Jun BEAST works DatesThursday 27 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops. 27Jun BEAST: Yong Gyu Gregory Kim and ensemble DatesThursday 27 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops. 28Jun Romeo and Juliet DatesFriday 28 June 2024 (19:00-21:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionBe transported to fair Verona in this poetic, passionate and utterly gripping adaptation of Shakespeare's iconic romantic masterpiece by Illyria. 28Jun BEAST: P.A. Tremblay and Sylvain Pohu + BEAST DatesFriday 28 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationPan Pan DigbethDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops. 1Jul Dr Lorna Collins: A Creative Transformation - a discussion event exploring creativity, the brain and mental health DatesMonday 1 July 2024 (11:00-12:00)LocationHybrid Event, LT1: 52 Pritchatts Road, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar/Webinar with Dr Lorna Collins 1Jul Museum Tours DatesMonday 1 July 2024 (12:00-13:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionJoin us for Tours of the Museum 1Jul Music and Majesty DatesMonday 1 July (09:30) - Tuesday 2 July 2024 (17:00)LocationLinnean Society Burlington House, LondonDescriptionMusic and Majesty: Chapels Royal, Cathedrals, and Colleges, c.1485-1688. 1Jul Charles Dickens and Wilkie Collins: Writing, Performance, Image DatesMonday 1 July 2024 (09:00) - Sunday 12 January 2025 (18:00)LocationMain Library AtriumDescriptionExhibition in Main Library atrium curated by Dr Caroline Radcliffe about the authors Charles Dickens and Wilkie Collins, showcasing original manuscripts and rare books from the Cadbury Research Library. All welcome. 3Jul AI FUTURES: Generative AI: the basics DatesWednesday 3 July 2024 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionAcademics from the Department of Economics will simplify generative AI and large language models concepts and show you how to create prompts to produce content. 4Jul AI FUTURES: Birmingham Futures DatesThursday 4 July 2024 (18:15-19:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionIn this unique creative writing workshop facilitated by author Liam Brown, we'll collaborate with each other and AI to consider our future relationship with new and emerging technologies. 10Jul Lunchtime talk | Exhibition introduction – The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A DatesWednesday 10 July 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin University of Birmingham student curators as they introduce key themes of their exhibition, The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A, reflecting on their MA experience. 11Jul Barber Lates DatesThursday 11 July 2024 (18:00-21:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionBarber Lates is back, and The Barber Institute of Fine Arts is opening it's doors for this special evening event. Wander through the galleries after hours, and enjoy a night of art, film and creative activities. 12Jul Joint Session of the Aristotelian Society and the Mind Association DatesFriday 12 July (00:00) - Sunday 14 July 2024 (00:00)LocationUniversity of BirminghamDescriptionThe 98th Joint Session of the Aristotelian Society and the Mind Association 13Jul Barber family workshop with Karoline Rerrie DatesSaturday 13 July 2024 (10:00-12:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionCollaborate with artists and create as a family at the Barber's Saturday Family workshops. Perfect for 6-12 year olds. 14Jul Rare Plant Fair DatesSunday 14 July 2024 (10:30-16:30)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionThe Rare Plant Fair returns to Winterbourne with their stalls of suppliers and experts from up and down the country. 15Jul Applying Corpus Linguistics: impacts of corpus research in a minoritised language context DatesMonday 15 July 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationBarber Institute - Lecture Theatre (R14 on campus map)DescriptionAnnual Sinclair Lecture 2024 given by Professor Dawn Knight (Cardiff University). 17Jul Creative Planting Design – Horticulture Masterclass DatesWednesday 17 July 2024 (10:30-15:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionPlants are at the heart of our gardens; this workshop will help you to explore a range of plants to create year-round interest in a garden. 20Jul Landscape and Green Spaces in the Midlands: new directions in garden history DatesSaturday 20 July 2024 (09:30-17:00)LocationBirmingham B15 2RT, University of Birmingham 58 Edgbaston Park Road, Winterbourne House and GardenDescriptionCentre for Midlands History and Cultures Annual Conference 20Jul BSL exhibition tour – Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue DatesSaturday 20 July 2024 (13:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin deaf artist Olivier Jamin for this British Sign Language (BSL) tour of The Barber Institute of Fine Art's exhibition, Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue 20Jul Jazz in the Garden with Florence Joelle DatesSaturday 20 July 2024 (19:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionJazz lovers rejoice! The Birmingham Jazz Festival is back for 2024 and with it a fabulous evening of entertainment at Winterbourne. 24Jul Tenement Jazz Band DatesWednesday 24 July 2024 (12:00-14:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionDon't miss this unforgettable afternoon of music steeped in the resilience and creativity of the 1930s. 24Jul Lunchtime Talk with Emily Hazell DatesWednesday 24 July 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin Emily Hazell, Director of Horticulture at Birmingham Botanical Gardens, as they share unique horticultural perspectives on the exhibition The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A. 24Jul Staff and students workshop| Life drawing with Queer Draw Brum DatesWednesday 24 July 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber Institute and Queer Draw Brum for a series of relaxed and inclusive life-drawing sessions celebrating the body. 25Jul Jazz for families DatesThursday 25 July 2024 (11:00-12:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us for a special jazz concert for little ears. Enjoy a relaxed performance where children can learn about instruments and enjoy new sounds. 3Aug Riso Printing with Juneau Projects | Barber Family Festival DatesSaturday 3 August (11:00) - Sunday 4 August 2024 (15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionBe inspired by the diverse shapes and forms of plants as you create vibrant Risograph Prints with the artist duo Juneau Projects. 3Aug Murder on the Lawn DatesSaturday 3 August (18:00) - Sunday 4 August 2024 (18:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionGet ready for an evening of hilarity, as improv group Foghorn Unscripted tackle a quintessentially British whodunnit. 3Aug Barber Family Festival DatesSaturday 3 August (11:00) - Sunday 11 August 2024 (15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionConnect with art through nature and play. This August families are taking over the Barber Institute for our second free Family Festival! 5Aug Museum Tours DatesMonday 5 August 2024 (12:00-13:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionJoin us for Tours of the Museum 6Aug Beautiful Botanicals | Barber Family Festival DatesTuesday 6 August 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionExplore plant forms, imagining and constructing your own hybrid creations using all kinds of scrap materials. 6Aug Weave Through the Landscape | Barber Family Festival DatesTuesday 6 August 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin artist Ruth Turnbull for relaxed and open-ended exploration of recycled and natural materials. 9Aug Seed Structures with Woodland Tribe | Barber Family Festival DatesFriday 9 August (10:00) - Sunday 11 August 2024 (16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionWoodland Tribe are back at the Barber this summer to construct another extraordinary play space! Families are invited to co-create a new structure in our outdoor space, inspired by the millions of forms of seeds. 14Aug Staff and students workshop| Life drawing with Queer Draw Brum DatesWednesday 14 August 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber Institute and Queer Draw Brum for a series of relaxed and inclusive life-drawing sessions celebrating the body. 17Aug The Hound of the Baskervilles DatesSaturday 17 August 2024 (19:30)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionSherlock Holmes and his assistant, Dr Watson, tackle the most baffling case of their careers in this adaptation of Arthur Conan Doyle's 1900s classic. 2Sep Museum Tours DatesMonday 2 September 2024 (12:00-13:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionJoin us for Tours of the Museum 4Sep Lunchtime talk with Professor Jeremy Pritchard DatesWednesday 4 September 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin Professor Jeremy Pritchard, Professor of Life Sciences Education, as they share unique perspectives and insight on the exhibition The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A. 4Sep Staff and students workshop| Life drawing with Queer Draw Brum DatesWednesday 4 September 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber Institute and Queer Draw Brum for a series of relaxed and inclusive life-drawing sessions celebrating the body. 18Sep Lunchtime talk | Exhibition introduction – Women in Power DatesWednesday 18 September 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber's Coin Curator, Dr. Maria Vrij for an exhibition introduction of the coin exhibition Women in Power. 21Sep BSL exhibition tour – The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A DatesSaturday 21 September 2024 (13:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin deaf artist Olivier Jamin for this British Sign Language (BSL) tour of the Barber's current exhibition – The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A 8Jan Political Studies Association Media and Politics Group Annual Conference 2024-25 DatesWednesday 8 January (00:00) - Thursday 9 January 2025 (00:00)LocationAlan Walters Building, University of BirminghamDescriptionPolitical Studies Association Media and Politics Group Annual Conference 2024-25 25May Body Clock by Azizi Cole DatesSaturday 25 May 2024 (19:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionDeveloped as part of Sounding Change with Azizi Cole, 'Body Clock' is a multidisciplinary piece combining music, movement, and the influence that music can have on the body. 30May Mwen x BEAST x Antonio Roberts DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (19:30-23:59)LocationCentralaDescriptionA night of electronic and experimental music and visuals, featuring BEAST and Sounding Change musician DJ Mwen. 1Jun The Adventures of Dr Dolittle DatesSaturday 1 June 2024 (18:00-20:20)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionWhen Dr Dolittle is taught by his wise old parrot how to talk to animals, news of his skills spreads far and wide in this hilarious production from Illyria. 4Jun Workshop: An Introduction to South Asian Music Ensemble DatesTuesday 4 June 2024 (10:30-12:30)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionDeveloped as part of Sounding Change with Azizi Cole, 'Body Clock' is a multidisciplinary piece combining music, movement, and the influence that music can have on the body. 6Jun Vespers of the Blessed Earth DatesThursday 6 June 2024 (19:30-21:30)LocationSymphony Hall - BirminghamDescriptionThe University of Birmingham Voices join the CBSO for a performance of John Luther Adams' "Vespers of the Blessed Earth" and Sibelius' Second Symphony. 8Jun BULLYACHE: WHO HURT YOU? DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (20:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBULLYACHE is a dance company and music duo, featuring as part of Sounding Change, with a focus on working-class and queer perspectives, consisting of Courtney Deyn and Jacob Samuel. 9Jun Summer Festival of Music: Folk Band at POWER FOLK DatesSunday 9 June 2024 (14:00-20:00)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionPOWER FOLK is an all-you-can-eat buffet for music fans and musicians alike. The day welcomes a plethora of musicians to the stage throughout the day, including the University Folk Band and its director, Paloma Trigas. 9Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Brass Band Reunion Concert DatesSunday 9 June 2024 (17:00-18:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThis concert marks the end of an era as we wish a fond farewell to longstanding professional conductor Stuart Birnie, welcoming back performers from across the Brass Band's history. 11Jun Summer Festival of Music: Jazz at the Spotted Dog - Jazz Collective Vocal Ensemble DatesTuesday 11 June 2024 (20:00-23:59)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionThe University's Jazz Collective Vocal Ensemble are joined by a line-up of talented instrumentalists to explore music from artists such as New York Voices and expertly crafted arrangements. 14Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Jazz Orchestra & Jazz Collective small bands DatesFriday 14 June 2024 (18:00-23:59)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionHead down to The Spotted Dog for an eclectic evening of jazz presented by University of Birmingham's Music Society Jazz Orchestra and Jazz Collective bands. 16Jun Summer Festival of Music: Summer Festival Orchestra DatesSunday 16 June 2024 (15:00-16:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionWe celebrate our talented students with this concert as we present the winning entries of both the 2023 Music Society composition competition and the 2024 Music Society solo competition. 17Jun Summer Festival of Music: miniBEAST DatesMonday 17 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionminiBEAST is the perfect introduction to the weird and wonderful world of electroacoustic music – music that will surround you, lure you in and entrance you as it fills the 10m high BEASTdome. 17Jun Summer Festival of Music: String Orchestra DatesMonday 17 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionFrom the virtuoso violins to the dark depths of the double basses, there is nothing quite like the power of a string orchestra in full flow. Come and enjoy the sumptuous sounds of our talented String Orchestra. 18Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Music Scholars DatesTuesday 18 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionCome and enjoy this relaxed, showcase performance from a selection of talented scholarship holders from across the University. 19Jun Summer Festival of Music: Chamber Music & Soloists Concert DatesWednesday 19 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionMembers of the University of Birmingham Music Society's Chamber Music Network to give short ensemble and solo performances ranging from string quartets to song in this informal lunchtime concert. 19Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Symphonic Brass DatesWednesday 19 June 2024 (18:00-18:45)LocationThe Green HeartDescriptionVenture into the Green Heart for a gilded evening of brassy tunes from our symphony brass ten-piece, arranged by Birmingham's very own Stephen Roberts. 20Jun Summer Festival of Music: Summer Festival Voices DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionSingers from across the campus present a lunchtime concert of some of their favourite choral music as part of this year's Summer Festival. 20Jun Live at the Lapworth: Gabbidon Band DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (19:00-21:30)LocationLapworth Museum - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionThe Lapworth is extremely excited to announce the return of our series of live music events! Gabbidon Band will perform a fantastic reggae concert. 21Jun Summer Festival of Music: Folk Band DatesFriday 21 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe Summer Festival 2024 comes to a close in style as we welcome Paloma Trigas and the Folk Band's talented musicians for this finale to a fortnight of incredible music-making. 26Jun BEAST: Xenia Pestova Bennett + Annea Lockwood DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops. 26Jun BEAST: Artemi Gioti + Aaron Einbond DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops. 27Jun BEAST works DatesThursday 27 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops. 27Jun BEAST: Yong Gyu Gregory Kim and ensemble DatesThursday 27 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops. 28Jun Romeo and Juliet DatesFriday 28 June 2024 (19:00-21:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionBe transported to fair Verona in this poetic, passionate and utterly gripping adaptation of Shakespeare's iconic romantic masterpiece by Illyria. 28Jun BEAST: P.A. Tremblay and Sylvain Pohu + BEAST DatesFriday 28 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationPan Pan DigbethDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops. 20Jul Jazz in the Garden with Florence Joelle DatesSaturday 20 July 2024 (19:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionJazz lovers rejoice! The Birmingham Jazz Festival is back for 2024 and with it a fabulous evening of entertainment at Winterbourne. 3Aug Murder on the Lawn DatesSaturday 3 August (18:00) - Sunday 4 August 2024 (18:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionGet ready for an evening of hilarity, as improv group Foghorn Unscripted tackle a quintessentially British whodunnit. 17Aug The Hound of the Baskervilles DatesSaturday 17 August 2024 (19:30)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionSherlock Holmes and his assistant, Dr Watson, tackle the most baffling case of their careers in this adaptation of Arthur Conan Doyle's 1900s classic. 20Feb Winterbourne House and Garden - What's on DatesMonday 20 February 2023 (16:07) - Thursday 20 February 2025 (16:07)LocationWinterbourne House and GardenDescriptionFind out what's on at Winterbourne House and Garden. 4May Heritage building tours DatesSaturday 4 May (11:00) - Saturday 6 July 2024 (16:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin our friendly guides on a heritage tour of The Exchange and discover its hidden history and fascinating stories. 8May Culture Café DatesWednesday 8 May (15:00) - Wednesday 10 July 2024 (17:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionCome together with Black History Arts and More for a hot drink, engaging conversations, and pop-up activities celebrating cultures, communities, and inclusion. 21May Tiya: Exploring African Artefacts Through meaningful discussion DatesTuesday 21 May 2024 (18:00-20:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us for this thought-provoking discussion session hosted by We Don't Settle in collaboration with the University of Birmingham's Research and Cultural Collections. 21May Cadbury Lectures 2024 DatesTuesday 21 May (19:30) - Thursday 23 May 2024 (20:30)LocationOnline - a link will be sent to you before the event, The Exchange 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionThe 2024 lecture series presents the translation-based womanist biblical scholarship of the Rev Wil Gafney, Womanist biblical scholar and Professor of Hebrew Bible at Brite Divinity School in Fort Worth, Texas 22May The Nurturing Garden – Horticulture Masterclass DatesWednesday 22 May 2024 (10:30-15:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionLook at creating a nurturing garden. Explore the practical ways to connect with nature and use gardening to benefit your health and wellbeing. 23May Brum Rocks: music workshop DatesThursday 23 May 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionWhether you're a seasoned musician or a beginner, experienced instructors will guide you through the songs as a group. 23May Brum Rocks: Conversation DatesThursday 23 May 2024 (19:30-20:45)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin Jez Collins, Founder of Birmingham Music Archive, and Birmingham Poet Laureate, Jasmine Gardosi, as they discuss 'Brum Rocks'. 28May AI FUTURES: The art of AI DatesTuesday 28 May 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us for a one-of-a-kind workshop combining creativity and ChatGPT. 28May Family Event - Musical Museum Tour DatesTuesday 28 May 2024 (11:00-14:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionJoin us on Tuesday 28th May for the Musical Museum Tour. 29May Midlands SEM users meeting (MIDSEM) 2024 DatesWednesday 29 May 2024 (09:30-16:00)LocationGC13, Metallurgy and Materials buildingDescriptionThe meeting features speakers, a trade forum with details of new applications in electron microscopy and a trade exhibition from the major companies involved in electron microscopy, analysis, service and consumables. 29May Humanities in a Changing World DatesWednesday 29 May 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionProfessor Julia Black delivers the second in our Transformative Humanities lecture series. 30May Bodies & beats: making music with smart tech DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (10:30-12:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionLed by artist Sarah Hamilton Baker and performer and producer Tom Peel, this interactive workshop blends music and movement and turns your body into sounds! 30May 'Iron and Blood': Writing the Histories of Militaries and War DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (17:30-19:00)LocationUniversity House Room 103DescriptionPanel participants: Peter Wilson (Oxford), Jonathan Boff, Daniel Whittingham, Tom Brodie (University of Birmingham) 3Jun Esther Kühn: The neuronal mechanisms of body memories DatesMonday 3 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)Location52 Pritchatts Road - Lecture Theatre 1 (G16), Hybrid Event, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar with Esther Kühn 4Jun Painting & Drawing Flowers – Short Course DatesTuesday 4 June 2024 (10:30-12:30)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionThis six week short course will allow you to explore drawing and painting flowers through a variety of media. 5Jun Student workshop | Eco-photography with Sammie Masters-Hopkins DatesWednesday 5 June 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionDive into the fascinating world of eco-photography with artist Sammie Masters-Hopkins. Learn and experience one of three cameraless image-making techniques infused with botanical charm. 5Jun Talk and Panel Discussion | Very Private? DatesWednesday 5 June 2024 (15:30-17:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine Arts - Lecture Theatre (R14 on campus map)DescriptionJoin Linder Sterling for a round table discussion, reflecting on the Charleston Trust exhibition, Very Private?, as a case study for arts institutions grappling with their own queer past. 8Jun Stitches: Raise the Surface DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (10:00-16:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionWork with ways to create three-dimensional stitches using padding and wire. Create raised embroidered pieces inspired by insects, flowers and foliage. 8Jun AI FUTURES: Extreme Robotics DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin researchers from the University of Birmingham's Extreme Robotics Lab for a family-friendly venture into the world of advanced robotics and AI. 8Jun Family heritage tours DatesSaturday 8 June (10:00) - Saturday 13 July 2024 (14:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionOur family tours take you on an interactive exploration of The Exchange. With help from objects, archives and our friendly guides, step into the shoes of those who once worked and banked in this historic building. 11Jun What is Horticultural Heritage? - call for papers DatesTuesday 11 June 2024 (09:30-17:00)Location58 Edgbaston Park Road, B15 2RT, Birmingham, Edgbaston, Winterbourne House and GardenDescriptionA symposium organised by Winterbourne House and Garden in partnership with the International Centre for Heritage, University of Birmingham 12Jun Grow Your Own – Horticulture Masterclass DatesWednesday 12 June 2024 (10:30-16:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionFrom pots to plots, learn about growing vegetables and fruits whatever the space you have. 12Jun Student workshop | Eco-photography with Sammie Masters-Hopkins (session 2) DatesWednesday 12 June 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionDive into the fascinating world of eco-photography with artist Sammie Masters-Hopkins. Learn and experience one of three cameraless image-making techniques infused with botanical charm. 13Jun Walking Tour: Centering on Civic - 14:30 DatesThursday 13 June 2024 (14:30-16:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionBen Waddington, author and founder of Still Walking, leads a walk around the block exploring the civic expectations and demands of today, from public spaces and parks to security and Wi-Fi. 13Jun Walking Tour: Centering on Civic - 17:30 DatesThursday 13 June 2024 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionBen Waddington, author and founder of Still Walking, leads a walk around the block exploring the civic expectations and demands of today, from public spaces and parks to security and Wi-Fi. 20Jun Sustainability and Procurement: The SAPIENS Network Conference DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (09:00-18:00)LocationTBCDescription(The Future of European Law and Policy IX) 20Jun World Refugee Day DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (18:30-20:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us at The Exchange for to learn more about the experience of refugees, honour the contributions that refugees have made to their communities and advocate for the rights and protection of refugees worldwide. 24Jun Dr Maria Michail: Using systems modelling and simulation to inform suicide prevention policy and planning in Australia and the UK DatesMonday 24 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationHybrid Event, LT1: 52 Pritchatts Road, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar/Webinar with Dr Maria Michail 26Jun Pre-charge bail and Release Under Investigation DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (09:15-16:00)LocationWoburn House - LondonDescriptionThis seminar will discuss the findings of a research project to examine the impact of changes in the law on pre-charge bail and reflect on their implications for law, policy and practice. 26Jun Lunchtime talk | Exhibition introduction – Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber's Director, Jennifer Powell for a free exhibition introduction of Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue. 26Jun The Empirical Humanities: an obscured tradition with a bright future? DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationMuirhead Tower - G15 (large ground floor lecture theatre)DescriptionProfessor Rens Bod delivers the third in our Transformative Humanities lecture series. 1Jul Dr Lorna Collins: A Creative Transformation - a discussion event exploring creativity, the brain and mental health DatesMonday 1 July 2024 (11:00-12:00)LocationHybrid Event, LT1: 52 Pritchatts Road, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar/Webinar with Dr Lorna Collins 1Jul Music and Majesty DatesMonday 1 July (09:30) - Tuesday 2 July 2024 (17:00)LocationLinnean Society Burlington House, LondonDescriptionMusic and Majesty: Chapels Royal, Cathedrals, and Colleges, c.1485-1688. 3Jul AI FUTURES: Generative AI: the basics DatesWednesday 3 July 2024 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionAcademics from the Department of Economics will simplify generative AI and large language models concepts and show you how to create prompts to produce content. 4Jul AI FUTURES: Birmingham Futures DatesThursday 4 July 2024 (18:15-19:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionIn this unique creative writing workshop facilitated by author Liam Brown, we'll collaborate with each other and AI to consider our future relationship with new and emerging technologies. 10Jul Lunchtime talk | Exhibition introduction – The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A DatesWednesday 10 July 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin University of Birmingham student curators as they introduce key themes of their exhibition, The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A, reflecting on their MA experience. 11Jul Barber Lates DatesThursday 11 July 2024 (18:00-21:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionBarber Lates is back, and The Barber Institute of Fine Arts is opening it's doors for this special evening event. Wander through the galleries after hours, and enjoy a night of art, film and creative activities. 12Jul Joint Session of the Aristotelian Society and the Mind Association DatesFriday 12 July (00:00) - Sunday 14 July 2024 (00:00)LocationUniversity of BirminghamDescriptionThe 98th Joint Session of the Aristotelian Society and the Mind Association 13Jul Barber family workshop with Karoline Rerrie DatesSaturday 13 July 2024 (10:00-12:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionCollaborate with artists and create as a family at the Barber's Saturday Family workshops. Perfect for 6-12 year olds. 15Jul Applying Corpus Linguistics: impacts of corpus research in a minoritised language context DatesMonday 15 July 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationBarber Institute - Lecture Theatre (R14 on campus map)DescriptionAnnual Sinclair Lecture 2024 given by Professor Dawn Knight (Cardiff University). 17Jul Creative Planting Design – Horticulture Masterclass DatesWednesday 17 July 2024 (10:30-15:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionPlants are at the heart of our gardens; this workshop will help you to explore a range of plants to create year-round interest in a garden. 20Jul Landscape and Green Spaces in the Midlands: new directions in garden history DatesSaturday 20 July 2024 (09:30-17:00)LocationBirmingham B15 2RT, University of Birmingham 58 Edgbaston Park Road, Winterbourne House and GardenDescriptionCentre for Midlands History and Cultures Annual Conference 20Jul BSL exhibition tour – Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue DatesSaturday 20 July 2024 (13:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin deaf artist Olivier Jamin for this British Sign Language (BSL) tour of The Barber Institute of Fine Art's exhibition, Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue 24Jul Tenement Jazz Band DatesWednesday 24 July 2024 (12:00-14:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionDon't miss this unforgettable afternoon of music steeped in the resilience and creativity of the 1930s. 24Jul Lunchtime Talk with Emily Hazell DatesWednesday 24 July 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin Emily Hazell, Director of Horticulture at Birmingham Botanical Gardens, as they share unique horticultural perspectives on the exhibition The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A. 24Jul Staff and students workshop| Life drawing with Queer Draw Brum DatesWednesday 24 July 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber Institute and Queer Draw Brum for a series of relaxed and inclusive life-drawing sessions celebrating the body. 25Jul Jazz for families DatesThursday 25 July 2024 (11:00-12:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us for a special jazz concert for little ears. Enjoy a relaxed performance where children can learn about instruments and enjoy new sounds. 3Aug Riso Printing with Juneau Projects | Barber Family Festival DatesSaturday 3 August (11:00) - Sunday 4 August 2024 (15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionBe inspired by the diverse shapes and forms of plants as you create vibrant Risograph Prints with the artist duo Juneau Projects. 3Aug Barber Family Festival DatesSaturday 3 August (11:00) - Sunday 11 August 2024 (15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionConnect with art through nature and play. This August families are taking over the Barber Institute for our second free Family Festival! 6Aug Beautiful Botanicals | Barber Family Festival DatesTuesday 6 August 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionExplore plant forms, imagining and constructing your own hybrid creations using all kinds of scrap materials. 6Aug Weave Through the Landscape | Barber Family Festival DatesTuesday 6 August 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin artist Ruth Turnbull for relaxed and open-ended exploration of recycled and natural materials. 9Aug Seed Structures with Woodland Tribe | Barber Family Festival DatesFriday 9 August (10:00) - Sunday 11 August 2024 (16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionWoodland Tribe are back at the Barber this summer to construct another extraordinary play space! Families are invited to co-create a new structure in our outdoor space, inspired by the millions of forms of seeds. 14Aug Staff and students workshop| Life drawing with Queer Draw Brum DatesWednesday 14 August 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber Institute and Queer Draw Brum for a series of relaxed and inclusive life-drawing sessions celebrating the body. 4Sep Lunchtime talk with Professor Jeremy Pritchard DatesWednesday 4 September 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin Professor Jeremy Pritchard, Professor of Life Sciences Education, as they share unique perspectives and insight on the exhibition The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A. 4Sep Staff and students workshop| Life drawing with Queer Draw Brum DatesWednesday 4 September 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber Institute and Queer Draw Brum for a series of relaxed and inclusive life-drawing sessions celebrating the body. 18Sep Lunchtime talk | Exhibition introduction – Women in Power DatesWednesday 18 September 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber's Coin Curator, Dr. Maria Vrij for an exhibition introduction of the coin exhibition Women in Power. 21Sep BSL exhibition tour – The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A DatesSaturday 21 September 2024 (13:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin deaf artist Olivier Jamin for this British Sign Language (BSL) tour of the Barber's current exhibition – The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A 8Jan Political Studies Association Media and Politics Group Annual Conference 2024-25 DatesWednesday 8 January (00:00) - Thursday 9 January 2025 (00:00)LocationAlan Walters Building, University of BirminghamDescriptionPolitical Studies Association Media and Politics Group Annual Conference 2024-25 25May Body Clock by Azizi Cole DatesSaturday 25 May 2024 (19:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionDeveloped as part of Sounding Change with Azizi Cole, 'Body Clock' is a multidisciplinary piece combining music, movement, and the influence that music can have on the body. 30May Mwen x BEAST x Antonio Roberts DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (19:30-23:59)LocationCentralaDescriptionA night of electronic and experimental music and visuals, featuring BEAST and Sounding Change musician DJ Mwen. 4Jun Workshop: An Introduction to South Asian Music Ensemble DatesTuesday 4 June 2024 (10:30-12:30)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionDeveloped as part of Sounding Change with Azizi Cole, 'Body Clock' is a multidisciplinary piece combining music, movement, and the influence that music can have on the body. 6Jun Vespers of the Blessed Earth DatesThursday 6 June 2024 (19:30-21:30)LocationSymphony Hall - BirminghamDescriptionThe University of Birmingham Voices join the CBSO for a performance of John Luther Adams' "Vespers of the Blessed Earth" and Sibelius' Second Symphony. 8Jun BULLYACHE: WHO HURT YOU? DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (20:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBULLYACHE is a dance company and music duo, featuring as part of Sounding Change, with a focus on working-class and queer perspectives, consisting of Courtney Deyn and Jacob Samuel. 9Jun Summer Festival of Music: Folk Band at POWER FOLK DatesSunday 9 June 2024 (14:00-20:00)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionPOWER FOLK is an all-you-can-eat buffet for music fans and musicians alike. The day welcomes a plethora of musicians to the stage throughout the day, including the University Folk Band and its director, Paloma Trigas. 9Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Brass Band Reunion Concert DatesSunday 9 June 2024 (17:00-18:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThis concert marks the end of an era as we wish a fond farewell to longstanding professional conductor Stuart Birnie, welcoming back performers from across the Brass Band's history. 11Jun Summer Festival of Music: Jazz at the Spotted Dog - Jazz Collective Vocal Ensemble DatesTuesday 11 June 2024 (20:00-23:59)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionThe University's Jazz Collective Vocal Ensemble are joined by a line-up of talented instrumentalists to explore music from artists such as New York Voices and expertly crafted arrangements. 14Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Jazz Orchestra & Jazz Collective small bands DatesFriday 14 June 2024 (18:00-23:59)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionHead down to The Spotted Dog for an eclectic evening of jazz presented by University of Birmingham's Music Society Jazz Orchestra and Jazz Collective bands. 16Jun Summer Festival of Music: Summer Festival Orchestra DatesSunday 16 June 2024 (15:00-16:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionWe celebrate our talented students with this concert as we present the winning entries of both the 2023 Music Society composition competition and the 2024 Music Society solo competition. 17Jun Summer Festival of Music: miniBEAST DatesMonday 17 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionminiBEAST is the perfect introduction to the weird and wonderful world of electroacoustic music – music that will surround you, lure you in and entrance you as it fills the 10m high BEASTdome. 17Jun Summer Festival of Music: String Orchestra DatesMonday 17 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionFrom the virtuoso violins to the dark depths of the double basses, there is nothing quite like the power of a string orchestra in full flow. Come and enjoy the sumptuous sounds of our talented String Orchestra. 18Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Music Scholars DatesTuesday 18 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionCome and enjoy this relaxed, showcase performance from a selection of talented scholarship holders from across the University. 19Jun Summer Festival of Music: Chamber Music & Soloists Concert DatesWednesday 19 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionMembers of the University of Birmingham Music Society's Chamber Music Network to give short ensemble and solo performances ranging from string quartets to song in this informal lunchtime concert. 19Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Symphonic Brass DatesWednesday 19 June 2024 (18:00-18:45)LocationThe Green HeartDescriptionVenture into the Green Heart for a gilded evening of brassy tunes from our symphony brass ten-piece, arranged by Birmingham's very own Stephen Roberts. 20Jun Summer Festival of Music: Summer Festival Voices DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionSingers from across the campus present a lunchtime concert of some of their favourite choral music as part of this year's Summer Festival. 21Jun Summer Festival of Music: Folk Band DatesFriday 21 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe Summer Festival 2024 comes to a close in style as we welcome Paloma Trigas and the Folk Band's talented musicians for this finale to a fortnight of incredible music-making. 26Jun BEAST: Xenia Pestova Bennett + Annea Lockwood DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops. 26Jun BEAST: Artemi Gioti + Aaron Einbond DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops. 27Jun BEAST works DatesThursday 27 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops. 27Jun BEAST: Yong Gyu Gregory Kim and ensemble DatesThursday 27 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops. 28Jun BEAST: P.A. Tremblay and Sylvain Pohu + BEAST DatesFriday 28 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationPan Pan DigbethDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops. 21May Cadbury Lectures 2024 DatesTuesday 21 May (19:30) - Thursday 23 May 2024 (20:30)LocationOnline - a link will be sent to you before the event, The Exchange 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionThe 2024 lecture series presents the translation-based womanist biblical scholarship of the Rev Wil Gafney, Womanist biblical scholar and Professor of Hebrew Bible at Brite Divinity School in Fort Worth, Texas 29May Midlands SEM users meeting (MIDSEM) 2024 DatesWednesday 29 May 2024 (09:30-16:00)LocationGC13, Metallurgy and Materials buildingDescriptionThe meeting features speakers, a trade forum with details of new applications in electron microscopy and a trade exhibition from the major companies involved in electron microscopy, analysis, service and consumables. 29May Humanities in a Changing World DatesWednesday 29 May 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionProfessor Julia Black delivers the second in our Transformative Humanities lecture series. 30May 'Iron and Blood': Writing the Histories of Militaries and War DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (17:30-19:00)LocationUniversity House Room 103DescriptionPanel participants: Peter Wilson (Oxford), Jonathan Boff, Daniel Whittingham, Tom Brodie (University of Birmingham) 3Jun Esther Kühn: The neuronal mechanisms of body memories DatesMonday 3 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)Location52 Pritchatts Road - Lecture Theatre 1 (G16), Hybrid Event, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar with Esther Kühn 11Jun What is Horticultural Heritage? - call for papers DatesTuesday 11 June 2024 (09:30-17:00)Location58 Edgbaston Park Road, B15 2RT, Birmingham, Edgbaston, Winterbourne House and GardenDescriptionA symposium organised by Winterbourne House and Garden in partnership with the International Centre for Heritage, University of Birmingham 24Jun Dr Maria Michail: Using systems modelling and simulation to inform suicide prevention policy and planning in Australia and the UK DatesMonday 24 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationHybrid Event, LT1: 52 Pritchatts Road, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar/Webinar with Dr Maria Michail 26Jun The Empirical Humanities: an obscured tradition with a bright future? DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationMuirhead Tower - G15 (large ground floor lecture theatre)DescriptionProfessor Rens Bod delivers the third in our Transformative Humanities lecture series. 1Jul Dr Lorna Collins: A Creative Transformation - a discussion event exploring creativity, the brain and mental health DatesMonday 1 July 2024 (11:00-12:00)LocationHybrid Event, LT1: 52 Pritchatts Road, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar/Webinar with Dr Lorna Collins 1Jul Music and Majesty DatesMonday 1 July (09:30) - Tuesday 2 July 2024 (17:00)LocationLinnean Society Burlington House, LondonDescriptionMusic and Majesty: Chapels Royal, Cathedrals, and Colleges, c.1485-1688. 12Jul Joint Session of the Aristotelian Society and the Mind Association DatesFriday 12 July (00:00) - Sunday 14 July 2024 (00:00)LocationUniversity of BirminghamDescriptionThe 98th Joint Session of the Aristotelian Society and the Mind Association 15Jul Applying Corpus Linguistics: impacts of corpus research in a minoritised language context DatesMonday 15 July 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationBarber Institute - Lecture Theatre (R14 on campus map)DescriptionAnnual Sinclair Lecture 2024 given by Professor Dawn Knight (Cardiff University). 20Jul Landscape and Green Spaces in the Midlands: new directions in garden history DatesSaturday 20 July 2024 (09:30-17:00)LocationBirmingham B15 2RT, University of Birmingham 58 Edgbaston Park Road, Winterbourne House and GardenDescriptionCentre for Midlands History and Cultures Annual Conference 8Jan Political Studies Association Media and Politics Group Annual Conference 2024-25 DatesWednesday 8 January (00:00) - Thursday 9 January 2025 (00:00)LocationAlan Walters Building, University of BirminghamDescriptionPolitical Studies Association Media and Politics Group Annual Conference 2024-25
AI FUTURES: Extreme Robotics DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DR
World Refugee Day DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (18:30-20:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DR
AI FUTURES: Birmingham Futures DatesThursday 4 July 2024 (18:15-19:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DR
20May Exhibition: A History Through Objects: Research and Innovation at the University of Birmingham DatesFriday 20 May 2022 (09:00) - Friday 20 December 2024 (17:00)LocationThroughout the Aston Webb Building including the ground floor corridors and Rotunda Gallery (first floor)DescriptionA History Through Objects: Research and Innovation at the University of Birmingham tells the stories of more than 140 years of research, the people behind it and those whose lives have been changed by it.
20Feb Winterbourne House and Garden - What's on DatesMonday 20 February 2023 (16:07) - Thursday 20 February 2025 (16:07)LocationWinterbourne House and GardenDescriptionFind out what's on at Winterbourne House and Garden.
10Feb AI FUTURES: Looking for Love DatesSaturday 10 February (10:00) - Saturday 1 June 2024 (16:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionLooking for Love is a playful experience that takes place over a message-based dating app, inviting you to take the perspective of another form of intelligence, to reflect on the peculiarities of our own.
24Feb Botanical Arts & Crafts Exhibition DatesSaturday 24 February (00:00) - Sunday 8 September 2024 (00:00)LocationWinterbourne House & Garden University of BirminghamDescriptionThis exhibition of botanical illustrations, paintings and crafts celebrates the twenty-fifth anniversary of the BSBA.
30Apr Case Study: Africanize DatesTuesday 30 April (08:30) - Friday 1 November 2024 (16:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionThis is a community-driven project exploring the University of Birmingham's African Collection, this new display introduces the project and responses to the collection by artist-in-residence, Sipho Eric Ndlovu.
4May Heritage building tours DatesSaturday 4 May (11:00) - Saturday 6 July 2024 (16:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin our friendly guides on a heritage tour of The Exchange and discover its hidden history and fascinating stories.
8May Culture Café DatesWednesday 8 May (15:00) - Wednesday 10 July 2024 (17:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionCome together with Black History Arts and More for a hot drink, engaging conversations, and pop-up activities celebrating cultures, communities, and inclusion.
21May Cafe Teach - Get into Teaching DatesTuesday 21 May 2024 (15:00-16:15)LocationSchool of EducationDescriptionCome and find out more about our PGCE programme
21May Tiya: Exploring African Artefacts Through meaningful discussion DatesTuesday 21 May 2024 (18:00-20:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us for this thought-provoking discussion session hosted by We Don't Settle in collaboration with the University of Birmingham's Research and Cultural Collections.
21May Cadbury Lectures 2024 DatesTuesday 21 May (19:30) - Thursday 23 May 2024 (20:30)LocationOnline - a link will be sent to you before the event, The Exchange 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionThe 2024 lecture series presents the translation-based womanist biblical scholarship of the Rev Wil Gafney, Womanist biblical scholar and Professor of Hebrew Bible at Brite Divinity School in Fort Worth, Texas
22May The Nurturing Garden – Horticulture Masterclass DatesWednesday 22 May 2024 (10:30-15:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionLook at creating a nurturing garden. Explore the practical ways to connect with nature and use gardening to benefit your health and wellbeing.
23May Brum Rocks: music workshop DatesThursday 23 May 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionWhether you're a seasoned musician or a beginner, experienced instructors will guide you through the songs as a group.
23May Brum Rocks: Conversation DatesThursday 23 May 2024 (19:30-20:45)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin Jez Collins, Founder of Birmingham Music Archive, and Birmingham Poet Laureate, Jasmine Gardosi, as they discuss 'Brum Rocks'.
25May Body Clock by Azizi Cole DatesSaturday 25 May 2024 (19:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionDeveloped as part of Sounding Change with Azizi Cole, 'Body Clock' is a multidisciplinary piece combining music, movement, and the influence that music can have on the body.
28May AI FUTURES: The art of AI DatesTuesday 28 May 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us for a one-of-a-kind workshop combining creativity and ChatGPT.
28May Family Event - Musical Museum Tour DatesTuesday 28 May 2024 (11:00-14:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionJoin us on Tuesday 28th May for the Musical Museum Tour.
29May Midlands SEM users meeting (MIDSEM) 2024 DatesWednesday 29 May 2024 (09:30-16:00)LocationGC13, Metallurgy and Materials buildingDescriptionThe meeting features speakers, a trade forum with details of new applications in electron microscopy and a trade exhibition from the major companies involved in electron microscopy, analysis, service and consumables.
29May Humanities in a Changing World DatesWednesday 29 May 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionProfessor Julia Black delivers the second in our Transformative Humanities lecture series.
30May Bodies & beats: making music with smart tech DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (10:30-12:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionLed by artist Sarah Hamilton Baker and performer and producer Tom Peel, this interactive workshop blends music and movement and turns your body into sounds!
30May 'Iron and Blood': Writing the Histories of Militaries and War DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (17:30-19:00)LocationUniversity House Room 103DescriptionPanel participants: Peter Wilson (Oxford), Jonathan Boff, Daniel Whittingham, Tom Brodie (University of Birmingham)
30May Mwen x BEAST x Antonio Roberts DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (19:30-23:59)LocationCentralaDescriptionA night of electronic and experimental music and visuals, featuring BEAST and Sounding Change musician DJ Mwen.
1Jun Undoing 2007; Preparing for 2038 DatesSaturday 1 June 2024 (09:00-17:00)LocationThe Exchange 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionA day-long, co-productive community conversation, about Abolition, Birmingham, and Commemoration, convened and chaired by Dr Nathaniel Adam Tobias Coleman (University of Birmingham).
1Jun The Adventures of Dr Dolittle DatesSaturday 1 June 2024 (18:00-20:20)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionWhen Dr Dolittle is taught by his wise old parrot how to talk to animals, news of his skills spreads far and wide in this hilarious production from Illyria.
3Jun Museum Tours DatesMonday 3 June 2024 (12:00-13:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionJoin us for Tours of the Museum
3Jun Esther Kühn: The neuronal mechanisms of body memories DatesMonday 3 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)Location52 Pritchatts Road - Lecture Theatre 1 (G16), Hybrid Event, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar with Esther Kühn
4Jun Painting & Drawing Flowers – Short Course DatesTuesday 4 June 2024 (10:30-12:30)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionThis six week short course will allow you to explore drawing and painting flowers through a variety of media.
4Jun Workshop: An Introduction to South Asian Music Ensemble DatesTuesday 4 June 2024 (10:30-12:30)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionDeveloped as part of Sounding Change with Azizi Cole, 'Body Clock' is a multidisciplinary piece combining music, movement, and the influence that music can have on the body.
4Jun Student workshop | Art in bloom DatesTuesday 4 June 2024 (11:00-16:00)LocationThe Green Heart, University of Birmingham campusDescriptionJoin the Barber Institute for a chilled and creative seed packet-making workshop exploring the Barber Institute's upcoming display, Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A.
4Jun Parents and Carers catch up DatesTuesday 4 June 2024 (12:00-13:30)LocationLibrary - University of BirminghamDescriptionparents and carers network catch up. Informal meet up. Library
5Jun Student workshop | Eco-photography with Sammie Masters-Hopkins DatesWednesday 5 June 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionDive into the fascinating world of eco-photography with artist Sammie Masters-Hopkins. Learn and experience one of three cameraless image-making techniques infused with botanical charm.
5Jun Talk and Panel Discussion | Very Private? DatesWednesday 5 June 2024 (15:30-17:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine Arts - Lecture Theatre (R14 on campus map)DescriptionJoin Linder Sterling for a round table discussion, reflecting on the Charleston Trust exhibition, Very Private?, as a case study for arts institutions grappling with their own queer past.
6Jun Gingerbread information session DatesThursday 6 June 2024 (12:00-13:00)LocationOnlineDescriptionGingerbread charity, information session. Single parents.
6Jun Vespers of the Blessed Earth DatesThursday 6 June 2024 (19:30-21:30)LocationSymphony Hall - BirminghamDescriptionThe University of Birmingham Voices join the CBSO for a performance of John Luther Adams' "Vespers of the Blessed Earth" and Sibelius' Second Symphony.
8Jun Stitches: Raise the Surface DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (10:00-16:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionWork with ways to create three-dimensional stitches using padding and wire. Create raised embroidered pieces inspired by insects, flowers and foliage.
8Jun AI FUTURES: Extreme Robotics DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin researchers from the University of Birmingham's Extreme Robotics Lab for a family-friendly venture into the world of advanced robotics and AI.
8Jun BULLYACHE: WHO HURT YOU? DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (20:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBULLYACHE is a dance company and music duo, featuring as part of Sounding Change, with a focus on working-class and queer perspectives, consisting of Courtney Deyn and Jacob Samuel.
8Jun Family heritage tours DatesSaturday 8 June (10:00) - Saturday 13 July 2024 (14:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionOur family tours take you on an interactive exploration of The Exchange. With help from objects, archives and our friendly guides, step into the shoes of those who once worked and banked in this historic building.
9Jun Summer Festival of Music: Folk Band at POWER FOLK DatesSunday 9 June 2024 (14:00-20:00)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionPOWER FOLK is an all-you-can-eat buffet for music fans and musicians alike. The day welcomes a plethora of musicians to the stage throughout the day, including the University Folk Band and its director, Paloma Trigas.
9Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Brass Band Reunion Concert DatesSunday 9 June 2024 (17:00-18:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThis concert marks the end of an era as we wish a fond farewell to longstanding professional conductor Stuart Birnie, welcoming back performers from across the Brass Band's history.
11Jun What is Horticultural Heritage? - call for papers DatesTuesday 11 June 2024 (09:30-17:00)Location58 Edgbaston Park Road, B15 2RT, Birmingham, Edgbaston, Winterbourne House and GardenDescriptionA symposium organised by Winterbourne House and Garden in partnership with the International Centre for Heritage, University of Birmingham
11Jun Summer Festival of Music: Jazz at the Spotted Dog - Jazz Collective Vocal Ensemble DatesTuesday 11 June 2024 (20:00-23:59)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionThe University's Jazz Collective Vocal Ensemble are joined by a line-up of talented instrumentalists to explore music from artists such as New York Voices and expertly crafted arrangements.
12Jun Grow Your Own – Horticulture Masterclass DatesWednesday 12 June 2024 (10:30-16:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionFrom pots to plots, learn about growing vegetables and fruits whatever the space you have.
12Jun Student workshop | Eco-photography with Sammie Masters-Hopkins (session 2) DatesWednesday 12 June 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionDive into the fascinating world of eco-photography with artist Sammie Masters-Hopkins. Learn and experience one of three cameraless image-making techniques infused with botanical charm.
13Jun Walking Tour: Centering on Civic - 14:30 DatesThursday 13 June 2024 (14:30-16:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionBen Waddington, author and founder of Still Walking, leads a walk around the block exploring the civic expectations and demands of today, from public spaces and parks to security and Wi-Fi.
13Jun Walking Tour: Centering on Civic - 17:30 DatesThursday 13 June 2024 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionBen Waddington, author and founder of Still Walking, leads a walk around the block exploring the civic expectations and demands of today, from public spaces and parks to security and Wi-Fi.
14Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Jazz Orchestra & Jazz Collective small bands DatesFriday 14 June 2024 (18:00-23:59)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionHead down to The Spotted Dog for an eclectic evening of jazz presented by University of Birmingham's Music Society Jazz Orchestra and Jazz Collective bands.
16Jun Summer Festival of Music: Summer Festival Orchestra DatesSunday 16 June 2024 (15:00-16:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionWe celebrate our talented students with this concert as we present the winning entries of both the 2023 Music Society composition competition and the 2024 Music Society solo competition.
17Jun Summer Festival of Music: miniBEAST DatesMonday 17 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionminiBEAST is the perfect introduction to the weird and wonderful world of electroacoustic music – music that will surround you, lure you in and entrance you as it fills the 10m high BEASTdome.
17Jun Summer Festival of Music: String Orchestra DatesMonday 17 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionFrom the virtuoso violins to the dark depths of the double basses, there is nothing quite like the power of a string orchestra in full flow. Come and enjoy the sumptuous sounds of our talented String Orchestra.
18Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Music Scholars DatesTuesday 18 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionCome and enjoy this relaxed, showcase performance from a selection of talented scholarship holders from across the University.
19Jun Summer Festival of Music: Chamber Music & Soloists Concert DatesWednesday 19 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionMembers of the University of Birmingham Music Society's Chamber Music Network to give short ensemble and solo performances ranging from string quartets to song in this informal lunchtime concert.
19Jun Student workshop | Eco-photography with Sammie Masters-Hopkins (session 3) DatesWednesday 19 June 2024 (14:00-16:00)DescriptionDive into the fascinating world of eco-photography with artist Sammie Masters-Hopkins. Learn and experience one of three cameraless image-making techniques infused with botanical charm.
19Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Symphonic Brass DatesWednesday 19 June 2024 (18:00-18:45)LocationThe Green HeartDescriptionVenture into the Green Heart for a gilded evening of brassy tunes from our symphony brass ten-piece, arranged by Birmingham's very own Stephen Roberts.
20Jun Sustainability and Procurement: The SAPIENS Network Conference DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (09:00-18:00)LocationTBCDescription(The Future of European Law and Policy IX)
20Jun Summer Festival of Music: Summer Festival Voices DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionSingers from across the campus present a lunchtime concert of some of their favourite choral music as part of this year's Summer Festival.
20Jun World Refugee Day DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (18:30-20:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us at The Exchange for to learn more about the experience of refugees, honour the contributions that refugees have made to their communities and advocate for the rights and protection of refugees worldwide.
20Jun Live at the Lapworth: Gabbidon Band DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (19:00-21:30)LocationLapworth Museum - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionThe Lapworth is extremely excited to announce the return of our series of live music events! Gabbidon Band will perform a fantastic reggae concert.
21Jun Summer Festival of Music: Folk Band DatesFriday 21 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe Summer Festival 2024 comes to a close in style as we welcome Paloma Trigas and the Folk Band's talented musicians for this finale to a fortnight of incredible music-making.
22Jun Postgraduate Open Day DatesSaturday 22 June 2024 (09:00-16:00)LocationUniversity of Birmingham - Edgbaston campusDescriptionVisit our Postgraduate Open Day at the University of Birmingham campus on Saturday 22 June 2024
24Jun Dr Maria Michail: Using systems modelling and simulation to inform suicide prevention policy and planning in Australia and the UK DatesMonday 24 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationHybrid Event, LT1: 52 Pritchatts Road, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar/Webinar with Dr Maria Michail
26Jun Pre-charge bail and Release Under Investigation DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (09:15-16:00)LocationWoburn House - LondonDescriptionThis seminar will discuss the findings of a research project to examine the impact of changes in the law on pre-charge bail and reflect on their implications for law, policy and practice.
26Jun Lunchtime talk | Exhibition introduction – Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber's Director, Jennifer Powell for a free exhibition introduction of Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue.
26Jun BEAST: Xenia Pestova Bennett + Annea Lockwood DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops.
26Jun The Empirical Humanities: an obscured tradition with a bright future? DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationMuirhead Tower - G15 (large ground floor lecture theatre)DescriptionProfessor Rens Bod delivers the third in our Transformative Humanities lecture series.
26Jun BEAST: Artemi Gioti + Aaron Einbond DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops.
27Jun BEAST works DatesThursday 27 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops.
27Jun BEAST: Yong Gyu Gregory Kim and ensemble DatesThursday 27 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops.
28Jun Romeo and Juliet DatesFriday 28 June 2024 (19:00-21:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionBe transported to fair Verona in this poetic, passionate and utterly gripping adaptation of Shakespeare's iconic romantic masterpiece by Illyria.
28Jun BEAST: P.A. Tremblay and Sylvain Pohu + BEAST DatesFriday 28 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationPan Pan DigbethDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops.
1Jul Dr Lorna Collins: A Creative Transformation - a discussion event exploring creativity, the brain and mental health DatesMonday 1 July 2024 (11:00-12:00)LocationHybrid Event, LT1: 52 Pritchatts Road, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar/Webinar with Dr Lorna Collins
1Jul Museum Tours DatesMonday 1 July 2024 (12:00-13:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionJoin us for Tours of the Museum
1Jul Music and Majesty DatesMonday 1 July (09:30) - Tuesday 2 July 2024 (17:00)LocationLinnean Society Burlington House, LondonDescriptionMusic and Majesty: Chapels Royal, Cathedrals, and Colleges, c.1485-1688.
1Jul Charles Dickens and Wilkie Collins: Writing, Performance, Image DatesMonday 1 July 2024 (09:00) - Sunday 12 January 2025 (18:00)LocationMain Library AtriumDescriptionExhibition in Main Library atrium curated by Dr Caroline Radcliffe about the authors Charles Dickens and Wilkie Collins, showcasing original manuscripts and rare books from the Cadbury Research Library. All welcome.
3Jul AI FUTURES: Generative AI: the basics DatesWednesday 3 July 2024 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionAcademics from the Department of Economics will simplify generative AI and large language models concepts and show you how to create prompts to produce content.
4Jul AI FUTURES: Birmingham Futures DatesThursday 4 July 2024 (18:15-19:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionIn this unique creative writing workshop facilitated by author Liam Brown, we'll collaborate with each other and AI to consider our future relationship with new and emerging technologies.
10Jul Lunchtime talk | Exhibition introduction – The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A DatesWednesday 10 July 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin University of Birmingham student curators as they introduce key themes of their exhibition, The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A, reflecting on their MA experience.
11Jul Barber Lates DatesThursday 11 July 2024 (18:00-21:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionBarber Lates is back, and The Barber Institute of Fine Arts is opening it's doors for this special evening event. Wander through the galleries after hours, and enjoy a night of art, film and creative activities.
12Jul Joint Session of the Aristotelian Society and the Mind Association DatesFriday 12 July (00:00) - Sunday 14 July 2024 (00:00)LocationUniversity of BirminghamDescriptionThe 98th Joint Session of the Aristotelian Society and the Mind Association
13Jul Barber family workshop with Karoline Rerrie DatesSaturday 13 July 2024 (10:00-12:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionCollaborate with artists and create as a family at the Barber's Saturday Family workshops. Perfect for 6-12 year olds.
14Jul Rare Plant Fair DatesSunday 14 July 2024 (10:30-16:30)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionThe Rare Plant Fair returns to Winterbourne with their stalls of suppliers and experts from up and down the country.
15Jul Applying Corpus Linguistics: impacts of corpus research in a minoritised language context DatesMonday 15 July 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationBarber Institute - Lecture Theatre (R14 on campus map)DescriptionAnnual Sinclair Lecture 2024 given by Professor Dawn Knight (Cardiff University).
17Jul Creative Planting Design – Horticulture Masterclass DatesWednesday 17 July 2024 (10:30-15:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionPlants are at the heart of our gardens; this workshop will help you to explore a range of plants to create year-round interest in a garden.
20Jul Landscape and Green Spaces in the Midlands: new directions in garden history DatesSaturday 20 July 2024 (09:30-17:00)LocationBirmingham B15 2RT, University of Birmingham 58 Edgbaston Park Road, Winterbourne House and GardenDescriptionCentre for Midlands History and Cultures Annual Conference
20Jul BSL exhibition tour – Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue DatesSaturday 20 July 2024 (13:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin deaf artist Olivier Jamin for this British Sign Language (BSL) tour of The Barber Institute of Fine Art's exhibition, Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue
20Jul Jazz in the Garden with Florence Joelle DatesSaturday 20 July 2024 (19:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionJazz lovers rejoice! The Birmingham Jazz Festival is back for 2024 and with it a fabulous evening of entertainment at Winterbourne.
24Jul Tenement Jazz Band DatesWednesday 24 July 2024 (12:00-14:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionDon't miss this unforgettable afternoon of music steeped in the resilience and creativity of the 1930s.
24Jul Lunchtime Talk with Emily Hazell DatesWednesday 24 July 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin Emily Hazell, Director of Horticulture at Birmingham Botanical Gardens, as they share unique horticultural perspectives on the exhibition The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A.
24Jul Staff and students workshop| Life drawing with Queer Draw Brum DatesWednesday 24 July 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber Institute and Queer Draw Brum for a series of relaxed and inclusive life-drawing sessions celebrating the body.
25Jul Jazz for families DatesThursday 25 July 2024 (11:00-12:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us for a special jazz concert for little ears. Enjoy a relaxed performance where children can learn about instruments and enjoy new sounds.
3Aug Riso Printing with Juneau Projects | Barber Family Festival DatesSaturday 3 August (11:00) - Sunday 4 August 2024 (15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionBe inspired by the diverse shapes and forms of plants as you create vibrant Risograph Prints with the artist duo Juneau Projects.
3Aug Murder on the Lawn DatesSaturday 3 August (18:00) - Sunday 4 August 2024 (18:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionGet ready for an evening of hilarity, as improv group Foghorn Unscripted tackle a quintessentially British whodunnit.
3Aug Barber Family Festival DatesSaturday 3 August (11:00) - Sunday 11 August 2024 (15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionConnect with art through nature and play. This August families are taking over the Barber Institute for our second free Family Festival!
5Aug Museum Tours DatesMonday 5 August 2024 (12:00-13:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionJoin us for Tours of the Museum
6Aug Beautiful Botanicals | Barber Family Festival DatesTuesday 6 August 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionExplore plant forms, imagining and constructing your own hybrid creations using all kinds of scrap materials.
6Aug Weave Through the Landscape | Barber Family Festival DatesTuesday 6 August 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin artist Ruth Turnbull for relaxed and open-ended exploration of recycled and natural materials.
9Aug Seed Structures with Woodland Tribe | Barber Family Festival DatesFriday 9 August (10:00) - Sunday 11 August 2024 (16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionWoodland Tribe are back at the Barber this summer to construct another extraordinary play space! Families are invited to co-create a new structure in our outdoor space, inspired by the millions of forms of seeds.
14Aug Staff and students workshop| Life drawing with Queer Draw Brum DatesWednesday 14 August 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber Institute and Queer Draw Brum for a series of relaxed and inclusive life-drawing sessions celebrating the body.
17Aug The Hound of the Baskervilles DatesSaturday 17 August 2024 (19:30)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionSherlock Holmes and his assistant, Dr Watson, tackle the most baffling case of their careers in this adaptation of Arthur Conan Doyle's 1900s classic.
2Sep Museum Tours DatesMonday 2 September 2024 (12:00-13:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionJoin us for Tours of the Museum
4Sep Lunchtime talk with Professor Jeremy Pritchard DatesWednesday 4 September 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin Professor Jeremy Pritchard, Professor of Life Sciences Education, as they share unique perspectives and insight on the exhibition The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A.
4Sep Staff and students workshop| Life drawing with Queer Draw Brum DatesWednesday 4 September 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber Institute and Queer Draw Brum for a series of relaxed and inclusive life-drawing sessions celebrating the body.
18Sep Lunchtime talk | Exhibition introduction – Women in Power DatesWednesday 18 September 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber's Coin Curator, Dr. Maria Vrij for an exhibition introduction of the coin exhibition Women in Power.
21Sep BSL exhibition tour – The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A DatesSaturday 21 September 2024 (13:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin deaf artist Olivier Jamin for this British Sign Language (BSL) tour of the Barber's current exhibition – The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A
8Jan Political Studies Association Media and Politics Group Annual Conference 2024-25 DatesWednesday 8 January (00:00) - Thursday 9 January 2025 (00:00)LocationAlan Walters Building, University of BirminghamDescriptionPolitical Studies Association Media and Politics Group Annual Conference 2024-25
25May Body Clock by Azizi Cole DatesSaturday 25 May 2024 (19:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionDeveloped as part of Sounding Change with Azizi Cole, 'Body Clock' is a multidisciplinary piece combining music, movement, and the influence that music can have on the body.
30May Mwen x BEAST x Antonio Roberts DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (19:30-23:59)LocationCentralaDescriptionA night of electronic and experimental music and visuals, featuring BEAST and Sounding Change musician DJ Mwen.
1Jun The Adventures of Dr Dolittle DatesSaturday 1 June 2024 (18:00-20:20)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionWhen Dr Dolittle is taught by his wise old parrot how to talk to animals, news of his skills spreads far and wide in this hilarious production from Illyria.
4Jun Workshop: An Introduction to South Asian Music Ensemble DatesTuesday 4 June 2024 (10:30-12:30)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionDeveloped as part of Sounding Change with Azizi Cole, 'Body Clock' is a multidisciplinary piece combining music, movement, and the influence that music can have on the body.
6Jun Vespers of the Blessed Earth DatesThursday 6 June 2024 (19:30-21:30)LocationSymphony Hall - BirminghamDescriptionThe University of Birmingham Voices join the CBSO for a performance of John Luther Adams' "Vespers of the Blessed Earth" and Sibelius' Second Symphony.
8Jun BULLYACHE: WHO HURT YOU? DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (20:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBULLYACHE is a dance company and music duo, featuring as part of Sounding Change, with a focus on working-class and queer perspectives, consisting of Courtney Deyn and Jacob Samuel.
9Jun Summer Festival of Music: Folk Band at POWER FOLK DatesSunday 9 June 2024 (14:00-20:00)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionPOWER FOLK is an all-you-can-eat buffet for music fans and musicians alike. The day welcomes a plethora of musicians to the stage throughout the day, including the University Folk Band and its director, Paloma Trigas.
9Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Brass Band Reunion Concert DatesSunday 9 June 2024 (17:00-18:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThis concert marks the end of an era as we wish a fond farewell to longstanding professional conductor Stuart Birnie, welcoming back performers from across the Brass Band's history.
11Jun Summer Festival of Music: Jazz at the Spotted Dog - Jazz Collective Vocal Ensemble DatesTuesday 11 June 2024 (20:00-23:59)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionThe University's Jazz Collective Vocal Ensemble are joined by a line-up of talented instrumentalists to explore music from artists such as New York Voices and expertly crafted arrangements.
14Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Jazz Orchestra & Jazz Collective small bands DatesFriday 14 June 2024 (18:00-23:59)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionHead down to The Spotted Dog for an eclectic evening of jazz presented by University of Birmingham's Music Society Jazz Orchestra and Jazz Collective bands.
16Jun Summer Festival of Music: Summer Festival Orchestra DatesSunday 16 June 2024 (15:00-16:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionWe celebrate our talented students with this concert as we present the winning entries of both the 2023 Music Society composition competition and the 2024 Music Society solo competition.
17Jun Summer Festival of Music: miniBEAST DatesMonday 17 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionminiBEAST is the perfect introduction to the weird and wonderful world of electroacoustic music – music that will surround you, lure you in and entrance you as it fills the 10m high BEASTdome.
17Jun Summer Festival of Music: String Orchestra DatesMonday 17 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionFrom the virtuoso violins to the dark depths of the double basses, there is nothing quite like the power of a string orchestra in full flow. Come and enjoy the sumptuous sounds of our talented String Orchestra.
18Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Music Scholars DatesTuesday 18 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionCome and enjoy this relaxed, showcase performance from a selection of talented scholarship holders from across the University.
19Jun Summer Festival of Music: Chamber Music & Soloists Concert DatesWednesday 19 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionMembers of the University of Birmingham Music Society's Chamber Music Network to give short ensemble and solo performances ranging from string quartets to song in this informal lunchtime concert.
19Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Symphonic Brass DatesWednesday 19 June 2024 (18:00-18:45)LocationThe Green HeartDescriptionVenture into the Green Heart for a gilded evening of brassy tunes from our symphony brass ten-piece, arranged by Birmingham's very own Stephen Roberts.
20Jun Summer Festival of Music: Summer Festival Voices DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionSingers from across the campus present a lunchtime concert of some of their favourite choral music as part of this year's Summer Festival.
20Jun Live at the Lapworth: Gabbidon Band DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (19:00-21:30)LocationLapworth Museum - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionThe Lapworth is extremely excited to announce the return of our series of live music events! Gabbidon Band will perform a fantastic reggae concert.
21Jun Summer Festival of Music: Folk Band DatesFriday 21 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe Summer Festival 2024 comes to a close in style as we welcome Paloma Trigas and the Folk Band's talented musicians for this finale to a fortnight of incredible music-making.
26Jun BEAST: Xenia Pestova Bennett + Annea Lockwood DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops.
26Jun BEAST: Artemi Gioti + Aaron Einbond DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops.
27Jun BEAST works DatesThursday 27 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops.
27Jun BEAST: Yong Gyu Gregory Kim and ensemble DatesThursday 27 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops.
28Jun Romeo and Juliet DatesFriday 28 June 2024 (19:00-21:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionBe transported to fair Verona in this poetic, passionate and utterly gripping adaptation of Shakespeare's iconic romantic masterpiece by Illyria.
28Jun BEAST: P.A. Tremblay and Sylvain Pohu + BEAST DatesFriday 28 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationPan Pan DigbethDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops.
20Jul Jazz in the Garden with Florence Joelle DatesSaturday 20 July 2024 (19:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionJazz lovers rejoice! The Birmingham Jazz Festival is back for 2024 and with it a fabulous evening of entertainment at Winterbourne.
3Aug Murder on the Lawn DatesSaturday 3 August (18:00) - Sunday 4 August 2024 (18:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionGet ready for an evening of hilarity, as improv group Foghorn Unscripted tackle a quintessentially British whodunnit.
17Aug The Hound of the Baskervilles DatesSaturday 17 August 2024 (19:30)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionSherlock Holmes and his assistant, Dr Watson, tackle the most baffling case of their careers in this adaptation of Arthur Conan Doyle's 1900s classic.
20Feb Winterbourne House and Garden - What's on DatesMonday 20 February 2023 (16:07) - Thursday 20 February 2025 (16:07)LocationWinterbourne House and GardenDescriptionFind out what's on at Winterbourne House and Garden.
4May Heritage building tours DatesSaturday 4 May (11:00) - Saturday 6 July 2024 (16:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin our friendly guides on a heritage tour of The Exchange and discover its hidden history and fascinating stories.
8May Culture Café DatesWednesday 8 May (15:00) - Wednesday 10 July 2024 (17:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionCome together with Black History Arts and More for a hot drink, engaging conversations, and pop-up activities celebrating cultures, communities, and inclusion.
21May Tiya: Exploring African Artefacts Through meaningful discussion DatesTuesday 21 May 2024 (18:00-20:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us for this thought-provoking discussion session hosted by We Don't Settle in collaboration with the University of Birmingham's Research and Cultural Collections.
21May Cadbury Lectures 2024 DatesTuesday 21 May (19:30) - Thursday 23 May 2024 (20:30)LocationOnline - a link will be sent to you before the event, The Exchange 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionThe 2024 lecture series presents the translation-based womanist biblical scholarship of the Rev Wil Gafney, Womanist biblical scholar and Professor of Hebrew Bible at Brite Divinity School in Fort Worth, Texas
22May The Nurturing Garden – Horticulture Masterclass DatesWednesday 22 May 2024 (10:30-15:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionLook at creating a nurturing garden. Explore the practical ways to connect with nature and use gardening to benefit your health and wellbeing.
23May Brum Rocks: music workshop DatesThursday 23 May 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionWhether you're a seasoned musician or a beginner, experienced instructors will guide you through the songs as a group.
23May Brum Rocks: Conversation DatesThursday 23 May 2024 (19:30-20:45)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin Jez Collins, Founder of Birmingham Music Archive, and Birmingham Poet Laureate, Jasmine Gardosi, as they discuss 'Brum Rocks'.
28May AI FUTURES: The art of AI DatesTuesday 28 May 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us for a one-of-a-kind workshop combining creativity and ChatGPT.
28May Family Event - Musical Museum Tour DatesTuesday 28 May 2024 (11:00-14:00)LocationLapworth Museum of Geology - Earth Sciences Building (R4 on campus map)DescriptionJoin us on Tuesday 28th May for the Musical Museum Tour.
29May Midlands SEM users meeting (MIDSEM) 2024 DatesWednesday 29 May 2024 (09:30-16:00)LocationGC13, Metallurgy and Materials buildingDescriptionThe meeting features speakers, a trade forum with details of new applications in electron microscopy and a trade exhibition from the major companies involved in electron microscopy, analysis, service and consumables.
29May Humanities in a Changing World DatesWednesday 29 May 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionProfessor Julia Black delivers the second in our Transformative Humanities lecture series.
30May Bodies & beats: making music with smart tech DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (10:30-12:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionLed by artist Sarah Hamilton Baker and performer and producer Tom Peel, this interactive workshop blends music and movement and turns your body into sounds!
30May 'Iron and Blood': Writing the Histories of Militaries and War DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (17:30-19:00)LocationUniversity House Room 103DescriptionPanel participants: Peter Wilson (Oxford), Jonathan Boff, Daniel Whittingham, Tom Brodie (University of Birmingham)
3Jun Esther Kühn: The neuronal mechanisms of body memories DatesMonday 3 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)Location52 Pritchatts Road - Lecture Theatre 1 (G16), Hybrid Event, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar with Esther Kühn
4Jun Painting & Drawing Flowers – Short Course DatesTuesday 4 June 2024 (10:30-12:30)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionThis six week short course will allow you to explore drawing and painting flowers through a variety of media.
5Jun Student workshop | Eco-photography with Sammie Masters-Hopkins DatesWednesday 5 June 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionDive into the fascinating world of eco-photography with artist Sammie Masters-Hopkins. Learn and experience one of three cameraless image-making techniques infused with botanical charm.
5Jun Talk and Panel Discussion | Very Private? DatesWednesday 5 June 2024 (15:30-17:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine Arts - Lecture Theatre (R14 on campus map)DescriptionJoin Linder Sterling for a round table discussion, reflecting on the Charleston Trust exhibition, Very Private?, as a case study for arts institutions grappling with their own queer past.
8Jun Stitches: Raise the Surface DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (10:00-16:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionWork with ways to create three-dimensional stitches using padding and wire. Create raised embroidered pieces inspired by insects, flowers and foliage.
8Jun AI FUTURES: Extreme Robotics DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin researchers from the University of Birmingham's Extreme Robotics Lab for a family-friendly venture into the world of advanced robotics and AI.
8Jun Family heritage tours DatesSaturday 8 June (10:00) - Saturday 13 July 2024 (14:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionOur family tours take you on an interactive exploration of The Exchange. With help from objects, archives and our friendly guides, step into the shoes of those who once worked and banked in this historic building.
11Jun What is Horticultural Heritage? - call for papers DatesTuesday 11 June 2024 (09:30-17:00)Location58 Edgbaston Park Road, B15 2RT, Birmingham, Edgbaston, Winterbourne House and GardenDescriptionA symposium organised by Winterbourne House and Garden in partnership with the International Centre for Heritage, University of Birmingham
12Jun Grow Your Own – Horticulture Masterclass DatesWednesday 12 June 2024 (10:30-16:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionFrom pots to plots, learn about growing vegetables and fruits whatever the space you have.
12Jun Student workshop | Eco-photography with Sammie Masters-Hopkins (session 2) DatesWednesday 12 June 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionDive into the fascinating world of eco-photography with artist Sammie Masters-Hopkins. Learn and experience one of three cameraless image-making techniques infused with botanical charm.
13Jun Walking Tour: Centering on Civic - 14:30 DatesThursday 13 June 2024 (14:30-16:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionBen Waddington, author and founder of Still Walking, leads a walk around the block exploring the civic expectations and demands of today, from public spaces and parks to security and Wi-Fi.
13Jun Walking Tour: Centering on Civic - 17:30 DatesThursday 13 June 2024 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionBen Waddington, author and founder of Still Walking, leads a walk around the block exploring the civic expectations and demands of today, from public spaces and parks to security and Wi-Fi.
20Jun Sustainability and Procurement: The SAPIENS Network Conference DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (09:00-18:00)LocationTBCDescription(The Future of European Law and Policy IX)
20Jun World Refugee Day DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (18:30-20:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us at The Exchange for to learn more about the experience of refugees, honour the contributions that refugees have made to their communities and advocate for the rights and protection of refugees worldwide.
24Jun Dr Maria Michail: Using systems modelling and simulation to inform suicide prevention policy and planning in Australia and the UK DatesMonday 24 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationHybrid Event, LT1: 52 Pritchatts Road, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar/Webinar with Dr Maria Michail
26Jun Pre-charge bail and Release Under Investigation DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (09:15-16:00)LocationWoburn House - LondonDescriptionThis seminar will discuss the findings of a research project to examine the impact of changes in the law on pre-charge bail and reflect on their implications for law, policy and practice.
26Jun Lunchtime talk | Exhibition introduction – Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber's Director, Jennifer Powell for a free exhibition introduction of Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue.
26Jun The Empirical Humanities: an obscured tradition with a bright future? DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationMuirhead Tower - G15 (large ground floor lecture theatre)DescriptionProfessor Rens Bod delivers the third in our Transformative Humanities lecture series.
1Jul Dr Lorna Collins: A Creative Transformation - a discussion event exploring creativity, the brain and mental health DatesMonday 1 July 2024 (11:00-12:00)LocationHybrid Event, LT1: 52 Pritchatts Road, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar/Webinar with Dr Lorna Collins
1Jul Music and Majesty DatesMonday 1 July (09:30) - Tuesday 2 July 2024 (17:00)LocationLinnean Society Burlington House, LondonDescriptionMusic and Majesty: Chapels Royal, Cathedrals, and Colleges, c.1485-1688.
3Jul AI FUTURES: Generative AI: the basics DatesWednesday 3 July 2024 (17:30-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionAcademics from the Department of Economics will simplify generative AI and large language models concepts and show you how to create prompts to produce content.
4Jul AI FUTURES: Birmingham Futures DatesThursday 4 July 2024 (18:15-19:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionIn this unique creative writing workshop facilitated by author Liam Brown, we'll collaborate with each other and AI to consider our future relationship with new and emerging technologies.
10Jul Lunchtime talk | Exhibition introduction – The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A DatesWednesday 10 July 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin University of Birmingham student curators as they introduce key themes of their exhibition, The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A, reflecting on their MA experience.
11Jul Barber Lates DatesThursday 11 July 2024 (18:00-21:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionBarber Lates is back, and The Barber Institute of Fine Arts is opening it's doors for this special evening event. Wander through the galleries after hours, and enjoy a night of art, film and creative activities.
12Jul Joint Session of the Aristotelian Society and the Mind Association DatesFriday 12 July (00:00) - Sunday 14 July 2024 (00:00)LocationUniversity of BirminghamDescriptionThe 98th Joint Session of the Aristotelian Society and the Mind Association
13Jul Barber family workshop with Karoline Rerrie DatesSaturday 13 July 2024 (10:00-12:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionCollaborate with artists and create as a family at the Barber's Saturday Family workshops. Perfect for 6-12 year olds.
15Jul Applying Corpus Linguistics: impacts of corpus research in a minoritised language context DatesMonday 15 July 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationBarber Institute - Lecture Theatre (R14 on campus map)DescriptionAnnual Sinclair Lecture 2024 given by Professor Dawn Knight (Cardiff University).
17Jul Creative Planting Design – Horticulture Masterclass DatesWednesday 17 July 2024 (10:30-15:00)LocationWinterbourne House and Garden - University of BirminghamDescriptionPlants are at the heart of our gardens; this workshop will help you to explore a range of plants to create year-round interest in a garden.
20Jul Landscape and Green Spaces in the Midlands: new directions in garden history DatesSaturday 20 July 2024 (09:30-17:00)LocationBirmingham B15 2RT, University of Birmingham 58 Edgbaston Park Road, Winterbourne House and GardenDescriptionCentre for Midlands History and Cultures Annual Conference
20Jul BSL exhibition tour – Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue DatesSaturday 20 July 2024 (13:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin deaf artist Olivier Jamin for this British Sign Language (BSL) tour of The Barber Institute of Fine Art's exhibition, Claudette Johnson: Darker Than Blue
24Jul Tenement Jazz Band DatesWednesday 24 July 2024 (12:00-14:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionDon't miss this unforgettable afternoon of music steeped in the resilience and creativity of the 1930s.
24Jul Lunchtime Talk with Emily Hazell DatesWednesday 24 July 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin Emily Hazell, Director of Horticulture at Birmingham Botanical Gardens, as they share unique horticultural perspectives on the exhibition The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A.
24Jul Staff and students workshop| Life drawing with Queer Draw Brum DatesWednesday 24 July 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber Institute and Queer Draw Brum for a series of relaxed and inclusive life-drawing sessions celebrating the body.
25Jul Jazz for families DatesThursday 25 July 2024 (11:00-12:30)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionJoin us for a special jazz concert for little ears. Enjoy a relaxed performance where children can learn about instruments and enjoy new sounds.
3Aug Riso Printing with Juneau Projects | Barber Family Festival DatesSaturday 3 August (11:00) - Sunday 4 August 2024 (15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionBe inspired by the diverse shapes and forms of plants as you create vibrant Risograph Prints with the artist duo Juneau Projects.
3Aug Barber Family Festival DatesSaturday 3 August (11:00) - Sunday 11 August 2024 (15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionConnect with art through nature and play. This August families are taking over the Barber Institute for our second free Family Festival!
6Aug Beautiful Botanicals | Barber Family Festival DatesTuesday 6 August 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionExplore plant forms, imagining and constructing your own hybrid creations using all kinds of scrap materials.
6Aug Weave Through the Landscape | Barber Family Festival DatesTuesday 6 August 2024 (11:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin artist Ruth Turnbull for relaxed and open-ended exploration of recycled and natural materials.
9Aug Seed Structures with Woodland Tribe | Barber Family Festival DatesFriday 9 August (10:00) - Sunday 11 August 2024 (16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionWoodland Tribe are back at the Barber this summer to construct another extraordinary play space! Families are invited to co-create a new structure in our outdoor space, inspired by the millions of forms of seeds.
14Aug Staff and students workshop| Life drawing with Queer Draw Brum DatesWednesday 14 August 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber Institute and Queer Draw Brum for a series of relaxed and inclusive life-drawing sessions celebrating the body.
4Sep Lunchtime talk with Professor Jeremy Pritchard DatesWednesday 4 September 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin Professor Jeremy Pritchard, Professor of Life Sciences Education, as they share unique perspectives and insight on the exhibition The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A.
4Sep Staff and students workshop| Life drawing with Queer Draw Brum DatesWednesday 4 September 2024 (14:00-16:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber Institute and Queer Draw Brum for a series of relaxed and inclusive life-drawing sessions celebrating the body.
18Sep Lunchtime talk | Exhibition introduction – Women in Power DatesWednesday 18 September 2024 (13:00-13:30)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin the Barber's Coin Curator, Dr. Maria Vrij for an exhibition introduction of the coin exhibition Women in Power.
21Sep BSL exhibition tour – The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A DatesSaturday 21 September 2024 (13:00-15:00)LocationThe Barber Institute of Fine ArtsDescriptionJoin deaf artist Olivier Jamin for this British Sign Language (BSL) tour of the Barber's current exhibition – The Hidden Lives of Plants: Botanical Illustrations from the V&A
8Jan Political Studies Association Media and Politics Group Annual Conference 2024-25 DatesWednesday 8 January (00:00) - Thursday 9 January 2025 (00:00)LocationAlan Walters Building, University of BirminghamDescriptionPolitical Studies Association Media and Politics Group Annual Conference 2024-25
25May Body Clock by Azizi Cole DatesSaturday 25 May 2024 (19:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionDeveloped as part of Sounding Change with Azizi Cole, 'Body Clock' is a multidisciplinary piece combining music, movement, and the influence that music can have on the body.
30May Mwen x BEAST x Antonio Roberts DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (19:30-23:59)LocationCentralaDescriptionA night of electronic and experimental music and visuals, featuring BEAST and Sounding Change musician DJ Mwen.
4Jun Workshop: An Introduction to South Asian Music Ensemble DatesTuesday 4 June 2024 (10:30-12:30)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionDeveloped as part of Sounding Change with Azizi Cole, 'Body Clock' is a multidisciplinary piece combining music, movement, and the influence that music can have on the body.
6Jun Vespers of the Blessed Earth DatesThursday 6 June 2024 (19:30-21:30)LocationSymphony Hall - BirminghamDescriptionThe University of Birmingham Voices join the CBSO for a performance of John Luther Adams' "Vespers of the Blessed Earth" and Sibelius' Second Symphony.
8Jun BULLYACHE: WHO HURT YOU? DatesSaturday 8 June 2024 (20:00-21:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBULLYACHE is a dance company and music duo, featuring as part of Sounding Change, with a focus on working-class and queer perspectives, consisting of Courtney Deyn and Jacob Samuel.
9Jun Summer Festival of Music: Folk Band at POWER FOLK DatesSunday 9 June 2024 (14:00-20:00)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionPOWER FOLK is an all-you-can-eat buffet for music fans and musicians alike. The day welcomes a plethora of musicians to the stage throughout the day, including the University Folk Band and its director, Paloma Trigas.
9Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Brass Band Reunion Concert DatesSunday 9 June 2024 (17:00-18:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThis concert marks the end of an era as we wish a fond farewell to longstanding professional conductor Stuart Birnie, welcoming back performers from across the Brass Band's history.
11Jun Summer Festival of Music: Jazz at the Spotted Dog - Jazz Collective Vocal Ensemble DatesTuesday 11 June 2024 (20:00-23:59)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionThe University's Jazz Collective Vocal Ensemble are joined by a line-up of talented instrumentalists to explore music from artists such as New York Voices and expertly crafted arrangements.
14Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Jazz Orchestra & Jazz Collective small bands DatesFriday 14 June 2024 (18:00-23:59)LocationThe Spotted DogDescriptionHead down to The Spotted Dog for an eclectic evening of jazz presented by University of Birmingham's Music Society Jazz Orchestra and Jazz Collective bands.
16Jun Summer Festival of Music: Summer Festival Orchestra DatesSunday 16 June 2024 (15:00-16:30)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionWe celebrate our talented students with this concert as we present the winning entries of both the 2023 Music Society composition competition and the 2024 Music Society solo competition.
17Jun Summer Festival of Music: miniBEAST DatesMonday 17 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionminiBEAST is the perfect introduction to the weird and wonderful world of electroacoustic music – music that will surround you, lure you in and entrance you as it fills the 10m high BEASTdome.
17Jun Summer Festival of Music: String Orchestra DatesMonday 17 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionFrom the virtuoso violins to the dark depths of the double basses, there is nothing quite like the power of a string orchestra in full flow. Come and enjoy the sumptuous sounds of our talented String Orchestra.
18Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Music Scholars DatesTuesday 18 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionCome and enjoy this relaxed, showcase performance from a selection of talented scholarship holders from across the University.
19Jun Summer Festival of Music: Chamber Music & Soloists Concert DatesWednesday 19 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionMembers of the University of Birmingham Music Society's Chamber Music Network to give short ensemble and solo performances ranging from string quartets to song in this informal lunchtime concert.
19Jun Summer Festival of Music: University Symphonic Brass DatesWednesday 19 June 2024 (18:00-18:45)LocationThe Green HeartDescriptionVenture into the Green Heart for a gilded evening of brassy tunes from our symphony brass ten-piece, arranged by Birmingham's very own Stephen Roberts.
20Jun Summer Festival of Music: Summer Festival Voices DatesThursday 20 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionSingers from across the campus present a lunchtime concert of some of their favourite choral music as part of this year's Summer Festival.
21Jun Summer Festival of Music: Folk Band DatesFriday 21 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationThe Dome - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionThe Summer Festival 2024 comes to a close in style as we welcome Paloma Trigas and the Folk Band's talented musicians for this finale to a fortnight of incredible music-making.
26Jun BEAST: Xenia Pestova Bennett + Annea Lockwood DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops.
26Jun BEAST: Artemi Gioti + Aaron Einbond DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops.
27Jun BEAST works DatesThursday 27 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops.
27Jun BEAST: Yong Gyu Gregory Kim and ensemble DatesThursday 27 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationElgar Concert Hall - Bramall Music BuildingDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops.
28Jun BEAST: P.A. Tremblay and Sylvain Pohu + BEAST DatesFriday 28 June 2024 (20:00-21:00)LocationPan Pan DigbethDescriptionBEAST hosts new music for instruments and electronics presented over our bespoke immersive sound system, alongside artist-led public workshops.
21May Cadbury Lectures 2024 DatesTuesday 21 May (19:30) - Thursday 23 May 2024 (20:30)LocationOnline - a link will be sent to you before the event, The Exchange 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionThe 2024 lecture series presents the translation-based womanist biblical scholarship of the Rev Wil Gafney, Womanist biblical scholar and Professor of Hebrew Bible at Brite Divinity School in Fort Worth, Texas
29May Midlands SEM users meeting (MIDSEM) 2024 DatesWednesday 29 May 2024 (09:30-16:00)LocationGC13, Metallurgy and Materials buildingDescriptionThe meeting features speakers, a trade forum with details of new applications in electron microscopy and a trade exhibition from the major companies involved in electron microscopy, analysis, service and consumables.
29May Humanities in a Changing World DatesWednesday 29 May 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationThe Exchange: 3 Centenary Square Birmingham B1 2DRDescriptionProfessor Julia Black delivers the second in our Transformative Humanities lecture series.
30May 'Iron and Blood': Writing the Histories of Militaries and War DatesThursday 30 May 2024 (17:30-19:00)LocationUniversity House Room 103DescriptionPanel participants: Peter Wilson (Oxford), Jonathan Boff, Daniel Whittingham, Tom Brodie (University of Birmingham)
3Jun Esther Kühn: The neuronal mechanisms of body memories DatesMonday 3 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)Location52 Pritchatts Road - Lecture Theatre 1 (G16), Hybrid Event, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar with Esther Kühn
11Jun What is Horticultural Heritage? - call for papers DatesTuesday 11 June 2024 (09:30-17:00)Location58 Edgbaston Park Road, B15 2RT, Birmingham, Edgbaston, Winterbourne House and GardenDescriptionA symposium organised by Winterbourne House and Garden in partnership with the International Centre for Heritage, University of Birmingham
24Jun Dr Maria Michail: Using systems modelling and simulation to inform suicide prevention policy and planning in Australia and the UK DatesMonday 24 June 2024 (13:00-14:00)LocationHybrid Event, LT1: 52 Pritchatts Road, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar/Webinar with Dr Maria Michail
26Jun The Empirical Humanities: an obscured tradition with a bright future? DatesWednesday 26 June 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationMuirhead Tower - G15 (large ground floor lecture theatre)DescriptionProfessor Rens Bod delivers the third in our Transformative Humanities lecture series.
1Jul Dr Lorna Collins: A Creative Transformation - a discussion event exploring creativity, the brain and mental health DatesMonday 1 July 2024 (11:00-12:00)LocationHybrid Event, LT1: 52 Pritchatts Road, registration requiredDescriptionIMH Lunchtime Seminar/Webinar with Dr Lorna Collins
1Jul Music and Majesty DatesMonday 1 July (09:30) - Tuesday 2 July 2024 (17:00)LocationLinnean Society Burlington House, LondonDescriptionMusic and Majesty: Chapels Royal, Cathedrals, and Colleges, c.1485-1688.
12Jul Joint Session of the Aristotelian Society and the Mind Association DatesFriday 12 July (00:00) - Sunday 14 July 2024 (00:00)LocationUniversity of BirminghamDescriptionThe 98th Joint Session of the Aristotelian Society and the Mind Association
15Jul Applying Corpus Linguistics: impacts of corpus research in a minoritised language context DatesMonday 15 July 2024 (18:00-19:00)LocationBarber Institute - Lecture Theatre (R14 on campus map)DescriptionAnnual Sinclair Lecture 2024 given by Professor Dawn Knight (Cardiff University).
20Jul Landscape and Green Spaces in the Midlands: new directions in garden history DatesSaturday 20 July 2024 (09:30-17:00)LocationBirmingham B15 2RT, University of Birmingham 58 Edgbaston Park Road, Winterbourne House and GardenDescriptionCentre for Midlands History and Cultures Annual Conference
8Jan Political Studies Association Media and Politics Group Annual Conference 2024-25 DatesWednesday 8 January (00:00) - Thursday 9 January 2025 (00:00)LocationAlan Walters Building, University of BirminghamDescriptionPolitical Studies Association Media and Politics Group Annual Conference 2024-25