Alternative Black Country (ABC) unearths some of the cultural gems our glorious corner of the West Midlands has to offer, gives them a good polish and presents them to you, sparkling, on a weekly basis.
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THIS WEEKEND: 15 | 16 | 17 DEC
DARK TALES IN WINTER
FRI 15 DEC | 19:30
Your last chance to catch two chilling, classic tales adapted for the stage by a contemporary playwright and brought to life by talented performers.
Arena Theatre, Wolverhampton | £12.00
OCEAN COLOUR SCENE
FRI 15 DEC | 19:00
OCS remain one of the most successful -and most loved- bands of the modern era. Having spent six years fine-tuning their sound, they lit up the Britpop party, chalking up three Top 5 albums and a run of 9 successive Top 2 singles.
The Civic Hall, Wolverhampton | From £38.00
SILENT NIGHTMARES
FRI 15 DEC | 20:00
Six Yuletide tales of murder, death and the supernatural that have left their ghostly imprints.
Ruskin Glass Centre, Stourbridge | £10.00
LIVEWIRE PRESENTS TONY WRIGHT OF TERRORVISION
FRI 15 DEC | 19:30
LiveWire and The Giffard Arms are proud to host the return of Tony Wright of Terrorvision!
The Giffard Arms, Wolverhampton | £15.00
LIVE & PICKING
FRI 15 DEC | 19:30
Showcasing a variety of young bands and fresh new talent. With SUMWoTGRRRL, Kxnkshxme, Dying Addiction, Shut Us Up and Critical State.
Newhampton Arts Centre, Wolverhampton | £5.00 adv.
THE 1960s CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
FRI 15 DEC | 20:00
DJ Jimmy James is spinning back to back 60s bangers with some Christmas crackers from the 2nd greatest decade in music.
Claptrap the Venue, Stourbridge | £5.00 adv.
WALSALL SOCIETY OF ARTISTS 73RD ANNUAL EXHIBITION
FRI 15 DEC - SUN 18 FEB
Works are included in a wide range of media and many are for sale.
The New Art Gallery Walsall | Free admission
HIGH FALUTIN' CHRISTMAS TOOTIN'!
SAT 16 DEC | 19:00
A magical Christmas singalong with the 1o piece brass ensemble, Enigma Brass.
Claptrap the Venue, Stourbridge | £15.00 adv.
JACKIE OATS AND JOHN SPIERS
SAT 16 DEC | 20:00
Multi award-winning contemporary folk artists Jackie Oates and John Spiers will perform captivating traditional Christmas carols and tunes from England and beyond.
Newhampton Arts Centre, Wolverhampton | £16.00 adv
POETRY BREAKFAST
SAT 16 DEC | 09:45
This month’s feature acts are Al Hutchins and Beth Williams, plus open mic for audience members. Entry fee includes hot drink and mince pie.
Brooke's Bar and Bistro, Dudley | £3.00
STORY BAZAAR: FESTIVE EDITION
SUN 17 DEC | 19:30
An exquisite evening of storytelling, real-talk poetry,and music which will really set you up for the holidays in typical Story Bazaar style.
Newhampton Arts Centre, Wolverhampton | £8.00 adv.