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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NEXT WEEK

WAR OF THE WORLDS
WED 13 SEP | 19:30
The classic tale is restored to its authentic Victorian setting in this original one-man performance, scripted and performed by Jonathan Goodwin.
Wightwick Manor and Gardens, Wolverhampton | £20.00 booking essential

WEDNESBURY LITERATURE FESTIVAL: IAN BOTT
WED 13 SEP | 14:00
Author and local historian, Ian M. Bott re-examines his book, Black Country Murder. Some cases almost forgotten by the ravages of time; and most untold or unpublished since they were first sensationalised in newspapers at the time.
Wednesbury Library | Free/donations welcome

ACCOMPLICE
‌‌THU 14 - SAT 23 SEP | 19:30‌‌
The story begins in Dartmoor, England at the stylish weekend retreat of the affluent Derek and Janet Taylor, and both adultery and murder are in the air.‌‌
The Grange Playhouse, Walsall | £ tbc

JOSIE LONG: RE-ENCHANTMENT‌‌
FRI 15 SEP | 19:30‌‌
The triple Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee, underdog Fringe hero and delirious new mother returns with a show about the changes wrought by time, passion, moving to Scotland, and loving the world under difficult circumstances.‌‌
Newhampton Arts Centre, Wolverhampton | £16.50

HERTIGAGE OPEN DAYS: COLLECTIONS STORE TOUR
SAT 16 SEP | 11:30 + 14:30
Led by Collections Curator, Julie Brown, you will see where and how our Collections are stored, and learn about aspects of the Collections Management process.
The New Art Gallery Walsall | Free, booking essential

COME AND MEET YUVI
SAT 16 SEP | 16:00
Yuvi will unveil a collection of originals and limited editions. Meet an artist like no other, and view this extraordinary exhibition.
Whitewall Galleries, Merry Hill | RSVP

BAZ LUHRMANN'S 'ELVIS' FILM & FOOD EXPERIENCE
SAT 16 SEP | 19:00
Dive into the life of “The King” in an outdoor covered marquee, where the magic of the big screen meets a gourmet treats from The Arts Cafe.
Newhampton Arts Centre, Wolverhampton | £17.00 inc. film+food

341 RECORDS PRESENTS PULSAR & GUESTS
SAT 16 SEP
With Homeschooling and Transistrrr.
DIVE, Wolverhampton | £5.00 adv. £8.00 otd.

MICRO-PRODUCTION #4: CAN YOU READ ME?
SAT 16 SEP | 14:00 + 16:00
Come experience the excitement of a brand new, raw performance from one of Britain’s most consistently inventive theatre companies made at, with and for The Arena.
Arena Theatre, Wolverhampton | £1.00

LABYRYNTH
Sun 17 SEP | 15:30
Sixteen-year-old Sarah (Jennifer Connelly) is given thirteen hours to solve a labyrinth and rescue her baby brother Toby when her wish for him to be taken away is granted by the Goblin King Jareth (David Bowie).
Wollaston Studio, Stourbridge Town Hall | £6.00 adults £4.50 children

SEPTEMBER MARKET
SUN 17 SEP | 12:00
Grab a pint and pizza while you browse the stalls of a variety of local independent businesses.
Green Duck Beer Co., Stourbridge | Free

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