WHAT'S ON IN DUDLEY, WOLVERHAMPTON AND THE BLACK COUNTRY
JUNE 2009
Thursday 25th June
Harddrive & Fallout
JB's DudleyLive Original bands on stage at 10.00pm
DJ Trilobyte
Music to Warp your brain
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Friday 26th June
The Wonder Stuff
JB's Dudley
Very Special Glastonbury warm-up gigThe eight-legged beast that first crept around Britain's seedy venues some twenty years ago and finally surfaced as The Wonder Stuff are coming back Home To JB's
In an era of celebrity obsession and surreality TV excess, The Wonder Stuff have stripped back the groove machine to basics and come up with records that bear all the hallmarks of the musical genius that made them one of the biggest bands of the Nineties. Leading the battle charge are founder members Miles Hunt (vocal/guitar) and Malcolm Treece (guitar/vocals), ably assisted in the trenches by former RDF bass man, Mark McCarthy, New York rockers' Love In Reverse drummer Andres Karu and new recruit Erica Nockalls on fiddle ("her audition lasted two minutes").
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Friday 26th June
Jimmy Carr - Joke Technician - 4th date due to demand
Civic Hall WolverhamptonIt's been another manic year for Jimmy. In addition to his much applauded appearances on our screens, his third live concert DVD, Comedian, topped the charts over Christmas and his sell out 190 date tour, Repeat Offender, has been performed to over 200,000 people so far and is still going strong.
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Sunday 28th June
Dudley Zoo
Rainbow, Brownie
Beaver & Cubs
Discovery DayBring your Group along to a Special ‘Animal Explorers Day’ where you will enjoy a fun filled Day out at the Zoo including Creature Features, Explorer Trails & Dr Dudley Shows (some of the activities you take part in will contribute towards your Animal Badge).
For further information please call:
01384 215313
email: louise.marketing@dudleyzoo.org.uk
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JULY 2009
Thursday 2nd July
Harddrive & Fallout
JB's DudleyLive Original bands on stage at 10.00pm
DJ Trilobyte
Music to Warp your brain
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Thursday 2nd July
Kum-n-avaloff
Wollaston Suite, Stourbridge Town HallComedy Club
8pm
Tickets
£7.00 Includes Curry and Rice
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Friday 3rd Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th July
Rock the Castle
Himley Hall Dudley
4pm-10pm. DJ Tent. Fun fair. Festival catering. Three stages. 35 rock bands performing in true rock-gig style. Designed specifically for and by the borough's teenagers. Second to none in the West Midlands.
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Thursday 9th July
Harddrive & Fallout
JB's DudleyLive Original bands on stage at 10.00pm
DJ Trilobyte
Music to Warp your brain
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Friday 10th July
The Damned
JB's DudleyThe curtain fell quickly soon after the band took to the small stage at The Nashville club that night back in 1976, following an offensive burst of something that could hardly be described as popular music - intensely loud guitars, screeching vocals, thundering drums - all played at breathtaking speeds.The audience, there that night to see the band Salt, clucked their approval at the group's dismissal. Who was this upstart band? Who did they think they were, trying to upset a music scene that nightly recognised Elton John and Eric Clapton as being the top of the pops? Good riddance.And then, from behind the curtain, came the band's bass drum ... launched into the deserving crowd of decaying hippies, overturning their tables and smashing their greasy pints of beer. An uproar ensued.And the legend of The Damned was born.
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Friday 10th July
Thunder - 20 Years & Out - The Farewell Tour 2009
Civic Hall WolverhamptonOnce described (by themselves) as being as "the biggest rock'n'roll band you've never heard of", Thunder are one of the great British rock acts (they sound like a cross between Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, The Rolling Stones and Bad Company ).
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Saturday 11th July
1920s Night with Jazz This is a pre-book only event and tickets can be booked on 0121 520 8054.
Black Country MuseumAn evening of jazz music in and around the Museum's canalside village. Performers will be hitting the right note as they swing into town as part of the Birmingham International Jazz Festival. Gates open at 6.00pm and close at 10.00pm. This is a pre-book only event and tickets can be booked on 0121 520 8054.
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Saturday 11th July
VIP Record Fair
Wulfrun Hall WolverhamptonTicket Prices: £2.00
Doors Open: 10.00am................................................................
Sunday 12th July
Sunday School Anniversary – 11.00 am and 2.30pm **
Black Country MuseumFriends of the Museum throw open the doors to the 1837 Darby Hand Chapel and invite visitors to join them as they re-enact a traditional Sunday School Anniversary Service. Children in traditional costume head a procession along the village street to the Chapel where they will lead the congregation in hymns. Services take place at 11am and 2.30pm; the afternoon service will, in keeping with tradition, be presided over by a woman. (Limited seat availability)**Tickets for all chapel events are available in advance by contacting Alan Carter on 01902 670402 (Limited availability).
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Sunday 12th July
Classic Car Rally
Dudley ZooMore than 100 vehicles from across seven decades will join the courtyard line up in this year's annual classic car rally here at DZG.
Some of the cars on display will include a rare 1961 Daimler Dart, Rolls Royce Silver Shadow II and an E-type Jag.
For further information please call 01384 215313
or email louise.marketing@dudleyzoo.org.uk
................................................................Thursday 16th July
Harddrive & Fallout
JB's DudleyLive Original bands on stage at 10.00pm
DJ Trilobyte
Music to Warp your brain
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Saturday 18th July – Sunday 6th September
School Holiday Activities
Black Country MuseumYoungsters are spoilt for choice when it comes to entertainment over the school holidays. Visitors can re-live their youth and show their children and grandchildren how it's done as they hop, skip and jump back in time to the Museum's period village. The young and the young at heart can roll hoops along the cobbled street, play hopscotch on the pavement and test their skill with whip and top and skittles. A variety of parlour games are played in Station Road cottages and craft-making projects, including writing with old fashioned pen and ink and paper crafts take place in the old-fashioned
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Thursday 23rd July
Harddrive & Fallout
JB's DudleyLive Original bands on stage at 10.00pm
DJ Trilobyte
Music to Warp your brain
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Saturday 25th July
2ND ANNUAL BRITISH ROCK N METAL FESTIVAL
Brit Rock 2009
JB's DudleyOLIVER/ DAWSON SAXON......( Please Note This Is Not SAXON )...... But ODS formed by founder members of saxon. steve dawson and graham oliver. they have played gigs all over the world.
Plus...DEMON...REKUIEM....HOSTILE.......HOLY RAGE.....
BREED....DEMISE..... NEW GENERATON SUPER STARS....MARTYR DE MONA...UPON DESCENT.. HANGING DOLL.......ABIGAILS MERCY..... OXZIDE....
Tickets £10 Doors 1pm All Day Event...(age 16+ when accompanied by adult )
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Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th July
Wolvestock 15
East Park WolverhamptonWolvestock 15 comes to Wolverhampton and it promises to be a weekend of family fun featuring a fantastic bill of artists from across the globe including some big names in country music and a bevy of top line-dancing stars as well as Trade Stalls, Bars & Food Stalls.
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Sunday 26th July
Festival of Black Country Vehicles
Black Country MuseumThis annual gathering of cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles built in the Black Country sees over one hundred vehicles parade around the Museum site. Well-known marques may include AJS, Bean, Star, Sunbeam and Jensen. The Black Country was a major centre for vehicle manufacturing with cycles, motorcycles, cars, lorries and buses all built in the region.
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Thursday 30th July
Harddrive & Fallout
JB's DudleyLive Original bands on stage at 10.00pm
DJ Trilobyte
Music to Warp your brain
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AUGUST 2009
Saturday 18th July – Sunday 6th September
School Holiday Activities
Black Country MuseumYoungsters are spoilt for choice when it comes to entertainment over the school holidays. Visitors can re-live their youth and show their children and grandchildren how it's done as they hop, skip and jump back in time to the Museum's period village. The young and the young at heart can roll hoops along the cobbled street, play hopscotch on the pavement and test their skill with whip and top and skittles. A variety of parlour games are played in Station Road cottages and craft-making projects, including writing with old fashioned pen and ink and paper crafts take place in the old-fashioned
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Wednesday 29th July till 15th August
Grand Theatre Wolverhampton
Chitty Chitty Bang BangThe most fantasmagorical stage musical in the history of everything, hits the road in top gear!
With a cast and crew of 100 (including ten dogs!), sensational sets and stunning special effects, this action-packed adventure is the story of the magical car, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, eccentric inventor Caractacus Potts, his children Jeremy and Jemima, Truly Scrumptious and Grandpa Potts, and their battle to outwit the dastardly Baron - and the famously evil Childcatcher!
Bursting with magical songs including Truly Scrumptious, Toot Sweets, Hushabye Mountain and the Oscar nominated Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, the production was nominated for three Olivier Awards, won Best Musical in the 2002 Variety Awards, and won the coveted Manchester Evening News Theatre Award for Best Family Show in 2006.
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Saturday 1st August
The Gazelles & Exit Calm
Civic Hall Bar WolverhamptonPlus The Jackdaws & guests!!
Please note this event is over 18's only. The Gazelles are a five piece indie band from Wolverhamtpon. The band was formed in October 2007 in their local pub. During this short time they have already gained plenty of interest from promoters around the country to play at their venues and on local radio stations.
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Saturday 1st August
Marston Collection and It's a Gas!
Black Country MuseumIt's a Gas! On the first Saturday of every month volunteers bring the gas engines to life in the Cinema Power House and the Trap Shop. Visitors can learn how they work and hear the belt driven machinery hum into life. Marston collection, Historic vehicles from the Marston collection will take a spin of the Museum's circuit. Motoring marvels from the early 1900s up to the 1930s take centre stage and these rare gems are sure to be the torque of the town! The Marston group are often on site carrying out vital restoration work
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Sunday 9th August
The Doors Alive
Civic Hall Bar WolverhamptonThe Doors Alive is the No.1 tribute band to the legendary, Sixties, Californian rock guru's - The Doors.
They re-create the sound, look, presence and feel of a real 1960's Doors concert perfectly and effortlessly, transporting the crowd back in time with such classic hits as 'Light My Fire', 'When The Music's Over, Riders On The Storm, The End and many more. The singer, Willie, captures the attitude, look and voice of the late, great Jim Morrison, and the other band members have honed the other Doors members playing styles note for note.
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Saturday 15th August
Dickinsons Real Deals
Civic Hall WolverhamptonDavid and the dealers will be travelling around the country looking for some more bobby dazzlers brought in by members of the public. If you want to sell your goods…but only for the right price! Then come along to Civic Hall in Wolverhampton on Saturday 15th August. You could be quids in like many of the people who have already taken part.
Ticket Prices: Free
Doors Open: Doors open at 9.00am and close at 6.30pm................................................................
Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th August
Newcomen Engine billows to life
Black Country MuseumEvery 3rd weekend the Newcomen Engine billows to life from February to November inclusive. The only full sized working replica of the world's first steam engine can be seen in action. Due to the unpredictable nature of the Newcomen please check running details with the Museum prior to travelling to avoid disappointment.
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Monday 17th and Tuesday 18th August
The Tweenies
Grand Theatre WolverhamptonTen years after bursting onto the scene, the TWEENIES are back with their chart-busting new show TOP OF THE TOTS, packed with tot-tastic tunes including Number One, Do The Lollipop, Do It Like Me and Everybody Do This.
Their live performances have wowed over a million Tweenie boppers worldwide and, with a platinum selling single under their belts, get ready for the fab four to entertain you once again in their spectacular new theatre show.
Get set to reach for the stars, sing along, dance in the aisles and find out why the Tweenies are still the ultimate Number One!
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Monday 24th & Tuesday 25th August
Kasabian
Civic Hall WolverhamptonLondon 1st April 2009 - In what will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of the year, Kasabian announce a 20-date UK summer tour to coincide with the release of their extraordinary new album 'West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum' (June 8th), on Columbia.
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Wednesday 26th August
The Lostprophets
Civic Hall WolverhamptonSupports TBC!!
Lostprophets will play three very special shows prior to their already announced performances at this year's Reading and Leeds Festivals. These shows are a rare opportunity to see one of the UK's biggest bands in a concert hall setting and tickets are likely to sell fast.On Sale Friday 5th June 9am!!!
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SEPTEMBER 2009
Saturday 18th July – Sunday 6th September
School Holiday Activities
Black Country MuseumYoungsters are spoilt for choice when it comes to entertainment over the school holidays. Visitors can re-live their youth and show their children and grandchildren how it's done as they hop, skip and jump back in time to the Museum's period village. The young and the young at heart can roll hoops along the cobbled street, play hopscotch on the pavement and test their skill with whip and top and skittles. A variety of parlour games are played in Station Road cottages and craft-making projects, including writing with old fashioned pen and ink and paper crafts take place in the old-fashioned
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Saturday 5th September
VIP Record Fair
Wulfrun Hall WolverhamptonTicket Prices: £2.00
Doors Open: 10.00am................................................................
Saturday 5th September
Marston Collection and It's a Gas!
Black Country MuseumMarston Collection and It's a Gas! It's a Gas! On the first Saturday of every month volunteers bring the gas engines to life in the Cinema Power House and the Trap Shop. Visitors can learn how they work and hear the belt driven machinery hum into life. Marston Collection Historic vehicles from the Marston collection will take a spin of the Museum's circuit. Motoring marvels from the early 1900s up to the 1930s take centre stage and these rare gems are sure to be the torque of the town! The Marston group are often on site carrying out vital restoration work.
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Saturday 12th September
Women Chainmaker's Festival
Black Country MuseumThe Museum's major labour history event recalls the fight of the Cradley Heath Women Chainmakers, who in 1910 went on strike for ten weeks and were successful in winning the first ever minimum wage. The TUC organised event, hosted by the Black Country Living Museum, will celebrate the importance of Trade Union History and women at work. The day of entertainment, music and theatre from local performers along with stirring speeches and a famous union supporting group will ensure the legacy of the Cradley Heath Women Chainmakers lives on.
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Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th September
Winter Living History Weekend
Black Country Museum
Friends of the Museum get in a bit of a pickle as they demonstrate the age old art of pickling and preserving food. Dressed in period costume the Friends cook, clean, eat, and play as people did over 100 years ago.
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Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th September
Sensory Awareness Day
Dudley ZooCome along to our first Sensory Awareness Day for deaf & hard of hearing visitors.
Use your senses in special animal tactile talks, ‘hands-on’ creature features & an interactive farm experience with Zoo Keepers & visual describers.
For further information please call 01384 215313
or email louise.marketing@dudleyzoo.org.uk................................................................
Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th September
The Dudley Rock & Fossil Festival
Dudley Concert Hall and Dudley Museum & Art GalleryThe Dudley Rock & Fossil Festival will take place on Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th September 2009 at Dudley Concert Hall and Dudley Museum & Art Gallery on St. James's Road, Dudley. It will be open from 10am-5pm on Saturday and 10am-4pm on Sunday. £1 entrance fee per person.
Exhibitors from the world of geology and special events including superb fossil and crystal displays, gems and cut stones, jewellery, face painting, fossil casting and lots of craft activities for children. There will be a Birds of Prey Display and lots of small animals from Dudley Zoo to interact with too!
Further details can be obtained from Dudley Museum & Art Gallery on 01384 815575............................................................................................
Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th September
Newcomen Engine billows to life
Black Country museum
The Newcomen Engine billows to life from February to November inclusive. The only full sized working replica of the world's first steam engine can be seen in action. Due to the unpredictable nature of the Newcomen please check running details with the Museum prior to travelling to avoid disappointment.
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Sunday 20th September
Tony Stockwell
Wulfrun HallEven as a child Tony knew he was different from other children. From an early age he was aware of seeing people before him that others could not see. It was common for him to hear his name being called by someone unseen, and also common for him to be aware of events before they actually happened. To him, all this was perfectly normal.
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Sunday 20th September
ARE YOU AFRAID OF SPIDERS?
Dudley ZooOur new Arachnophobia Workshop here at Dudley Zoological Gardens will help people to conquer their fear of spiders by discovering the truth and reality about these harmless creatures.
We will be hosting a 3 hour group workshop with our own Spider expert on Sunday 20th September 2009 at 10.30am. Price £20 per person which also includes Zoo admission.
The workshop will be a relaxed informal discussion & education session without the use of hypnosis.
For members of the group who feel comfortable at the end of the session we will introduce some different species of spiders.
We look forward to welcoming you to our new workshop.
If you require any further details please contact us on 01384 215313.
Click here to book securely online (opens in a new window).................................................................
Friday 25th, Saturday 26th, Sunday 27th
METALFEST
JB's DudleyMETALFEST is as it says in the title...a METAL FESTIVAL!
A new indoor event coming to the UK in September 2009 over three days.
Bands will be announced over the coming months, but we promise you won't be disappointed!!! A lot of hard work is already in progress aiming to bring you a festival to look forward to
**This is a 14+ event but all 14 – 17 year olds MUST be accompanied by an adult and must not consume alcohol on the premises. Failure to comply with these regulations will mean that the person in question would have to be removed from the venue. When ordering tickets for a 14 – 17 year old, please state this when purchasing! Thank you!
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Saturday 26th September
The Animals + Mick Green & The Spencer Davies Group
Civic Hall WolverhamptonThe Animals were part of the English blues scene of the early Sixties and one of the most noteworthy bands of the original British Invasion.
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Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th September
Historic Boaters Gathering
Black Country MuseumThe canal at the Museum village plays host to a gathering of traditional working narrow boats. Cargoes will be transported around the Museum's canal and volunteers will demonstrate the way people used to live on the boats. Visitors can try their hand at traditional canal crafts.
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Saturday 26th & 27th September
President in Steam
Black Country MuseumPresident, the world’s only working steam narrowboat on the canals today will be at the Black Country Living Museum.
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OCTOBER 2009
Saturday 3rd October
VIP Record Fair
Wulfrun Hall WolverhamptonTicket Prices: £2.00
Doors Open: 10.00am................................................................
Saturday 3rd October
Marston Collection and It's a Gas!
Black Country Museum
Marston Collection and It's a Gas! It's a Gas! On the first Saturday of every month volunteers bring the gas engines to life in the Cinema Power House and the Trap Shop. Visitors can learn how they work and hear the belt driven machinery hum into life. Marston Collection Historic vehicles from the Marston collection will take a spin of the Museum's circuit. Motoring marvels from the early 1900s up to the 1930s take centre stage and these rare gems are sure to be the torque of the town! The Marston group are often on site carrying out vital restoration work.
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Sunday 4th October
Harvest Festival
Black Country MuseumJoin the Friends of the Museum as they bring the 1837 Darby Hand Chapel to life when they re-enact a traditional Harvest Festival Service. The historic chapel is decorated with garden produce and traditional harvest festival offerings. The Friends of the Museum recreate this important aspect of Black Country life when they re-enact a traditional Harvest Festival Service. (Limited seat availability). Service starts at 2.30pm. *Tickets for all chapel events are available in advance by contacting Alan Carter on 01902 670402 (Limited availability).
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Saturday 10th October
Glenn Miller Orchestra
Dudley Concert Hall
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra directed by Ray McVay
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Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th October
Newcomen Engine billows to life
Black Country MuseumThe Newcomen Engine billows to life from February to November inclusive. The only full sized working replica of the world's first steam engine can be seen in action. Due to the unpredictable nature of the Newcomen please check running details with the Museum prior to travelling to avoid disappointment.
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Thursday 22 October
Dave Spikey
Wulfrun Hall WolverhamptonMulti award-winning Dave Spikey is one of the most sought-after comedy talents in the UK today. With a career spanning two decades, he has numerous TV appearances to his name as a stand-up comedian, presenter and actor - and behind the screens, as an acclaimed comedy writer.
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Saturday 24th October – Sunday 1st November
Half Term Halloween Activities
Black Country Museum
Visitors can join in the spirit of Halloween and enjoy hair-raising thrills and spine-tingling chills when they listen to ghostly tales of yesteryear.
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Saturday 31st October
Halloween at the Museum
Blac Country Museum
PRE-BOOK ONLY ON 0121 520 8054 Britain’s friendliest Museum becomes Britain’s most haunted as psychics and mystics gaze into the future, mysterious guides tell tales of bumps in the night and traditional Halloween activities take over the Museum's eerie gas-lit village. Little devils and mini ghosts and ghouls can trick or treat in SAFETY along the Museum’s cobbled streets. An additional charge will be made for a reading with a psychic.
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NOVEMBER 2009
Thursday 5th November
Traditional Bonfire Night
Black Country Museum
PRE-BOOK ONLY ON 0121-520-8054 The Museum's biggest evening event of the year is it's traditional bonfire night with the ADDED SAFETY OF NO FIREWORKS. A family-orientated Bonfire Night celebrates November 5th with roaring bonfires, traditional entertainment, hot roast chestnuts and a fairground in full swing. The Museum's atmospheric canal-side village will be lit up with candle and gas-light and visitors can enjoy chatting to characters from yesteryear.
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Saturday 7th November
VIP Record Fair
Wulfrun Hall WolverhamptonTicket Prices: £2.00
Doors Open: 10.00am................................................................
Saturday 7th November
It's a Gas!
Black Country Museum
It's a Gas! On the first Saturday of every month volunteers bring the gas engines to life in the Cinema Power House and the Trap Shop. Visitors can learn how they work and hear the belt driven machinery hum into life.
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Saturday 14th November
Kevin Bloody Wilson
Dudley Concert HallLook out he's coming back.......... Enjoy a big belly laugh with Australia's outback outlaw: The one, the only Kevin 'bloody' Wilson
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Sunday 15th November
NYJO - National Youth Jazz Orchestra
Dudley Concert HallNYJO is well known throughout the world as a glittering showcase for the country's best young musicians. During the orchestra's long history since 1965, most of the rising generation of jazz musicians have passed through it's ranks, ofetn becoming established jazz stars whilst still playing with NYJO.
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Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd November
Newcomen Engine billows to life
Black Country Museum
newc Every 3rd weekend the Newcomen Engine billows to life from February to November inclusive. The only full sized working replica of the world's first steam engine can be seen in action. Due to the unpredictable nature of the Newcomen please check running details with the Museum prior to travelling to avoid disappointment.
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Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th November
Santa Hunt
Black Country MuseumPRE-BOOK ONLY ON 0121-520-8054 The highly popular Santa Hunts are a big hit with children and parents alike. As children embark upon a fun-filled search for Santa costumed guides and magical Christmas clues point the way to Santa's workshop culminating in a surprise gift.
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Sunday 29 November
Motorhead
Civic Hall WolverhamptonMotorhead formed in 1975 by bassist, singer & songwriter Lemmy have the reputation as one of Britain's foremost rock bands due to their albums Overkill, Bomber, Ace Of Spades & No Sleep 'Til Hammersmith.
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DECEMBER 2009
5th/6th/12th/13th/19th/20th/21st/22nd/23rd & 24th December
Santa Hunt
Black Country Museum
PRE-BOOK ONLY ON 0121-520-8054 The highly popular Santa Hunts are a big hit with children and parents alike. As children embark upon a fun-filled search for Santa costumed guides and magical Christmas clues point the way to Santa's workshop culminating in a surprise gift.
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Saturday 5 December
VIP Record Fair
Wulfrun Hall WolverhamptonTicket Prices: £2.00
Doors Open: 10.00am................................................................
Saturday 5th December
It's a Gas!
Black Country Museum
It's a Gas! On the first Saturday of every month volunteers bring the gas engines to life in the Cinema Power House and the Trap Shop. Visitors can learn how they work and hear the belt driven machinery hum into life.
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Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th December
Santa in the Crystal Mines
Dudley Canal Trust10am-5pm. Visit Santa in his underground workshop and be entertained in the illuminated world under Dudley. Bookings are now being taken.
Dudley Canal Trust, off Birmingham New Road, Dudley
£8.95 per person to include a gift for every child and a hot drink and mince pie for every adult.
Contact: 01384 236275
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Black Country Christmas Show
Brierley Hill Civic Hall................................................................
Friday 18th, Saturday 19th, Monday 21st and Tuesday 22nd December
Traditional Christmas Evenings
Black Country Museum
PRE-BOOK ONLY ON 0121-520-8054 The Museum takes on a festive flavour as cottages are illuminated by gas and candlelight, giving off a distinctly magical glow. Carol singing, street entertainers, market stalls, musical entertainment and brass bands infuse the evening with the spirit of Christmas.
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Frday 18th December
Eerie Evenings
Dudley CastleEerie Evenings pride themselves on providing a genuine, authentic ghost-hunting experience. There are no tricks, sleights of hand, or cheap thrills – and there certainly won’t be anyone dressed in a white sheet waiting to jump out at unsuspecting guests! Instead, people can expect an evening of otherworldly entertainment, friendly, experienced staff and the opportunity to investigate the ghostly goings on at a truly wonderful location.
An Eerie Evening at Dudley Castle Includes:
~ Intro & Welcome Drink of Traditional Mead
~ Buffet Supper by Candlelight
~ Platform Readings from our Spiritualist Mediums
~ Ghost Walk of the Castle and Grounds
~ Late Night Ghost Hunt & Paranormal Investigation
~ Opportunity to use Ghost-Hunting Equipment
~ Refreshments Throughout*The event will run from approx. 8:00pm - 2.30am*
Tickets are £65 per person.
10% discount for groups of 10 or more.For more information or to book your place:
Phone: (01543) 278075
Email: queries@eerie-evenings.com
Visit our website: www.eerie-evenings.com
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Sunday 20th December
Carols by Candlelight
Black Country Museum
Visitors are invited to join the Friends of the Museum as they bring the 1837 Darby Hand Chapel to life for a traditional candlelit carol service, conjuring up all the atmosphere of Christmas' past. Starting at 2.30pm the service takes place in the Museum's historic Darby Hand Chapel and includes 5 lessons and 10 carols within the service. (Limited seat availability) **Tickets for all chapel events are available in advance by contacting Alan Carter on 01902 670402 (Limited availability).................................................................
Sunday 20th December
Ken Dodd
Civic Hall Wolverhampton
His career as a professional comic now spans over fifty fun-filled years, and his enthusiasm for all that he does remains as strong as ever. By jove! he says in one of his rare interviews,there is nothing to compare to the thrill of going on stage and slaving over a hot audience!
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Monday 21st December
Roy Chubby Brown
Civic Hall WolverhamptonRoy "Chubby" Brown is a modern day phenomenon! The King of controversial comedy with his trademark patchwork suit, will surprise, amuse and astonish audiences. He is outrageous, controversial but always funny.
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Wednesday 23rd December
Bootleg Blues Brothers & Bootleg ABBA
Civic Hall WolverhamptonThe Bootleg Blues Brothers are the UK's most popular tribute band and duo to the cult film that we all know and love 'The Blues Brothers'.
Managing to recreate the energy & excitement of Dan Ackroyd & James Belushi, the Bootlegs storm the stage with a cavalcade of hits, routines & fun! As a result they have become renowned in the entertainment industry for their performances, professionalism and clients satisfaction!
They really are the best at what they do - and what they do is guarantee you a GREAT NIGHT!ABBA were one of the most popular artists of their generation. From 1974 to 1982 their music dominated the music charts. Their timeless melodies and unique image are loved throughout the world.
The magic of ABBA still continues...
Bootleg ABBA have carefully crafted an all-encompassing live show that captures ABBA at their best. Whether you want to dance, sing-a-long or just be part of a dynamic and very entertaining stage show, Bootleg ABBA will surpass your expectations
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JANUARY 2010
Saturday 12th December 2009 till 31st January 2010
Cinderella
Wolverhampton Grand TheatreIt’s never too early to book for our 2009/10 pantomime!
No increase in seat prices - Book now to guarantee your invitation to the ball!
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FEBRUARY 2010
Tuesday 9th February 2010
Phil Kelsall
Dudley Concert Hall
Blackpool Tower’s Ballroom is home to what must be the most famous and most played Wurlitzer in the world and Phil Kelsall has amazingly now completed 32 years at the Tower, having been appointed in 1975, initially as organist in the Tower Circus band with occasional appearances in the Ballroom. In 1977 Ernest Broadbent the then Tower organist, retired through ill-health and Phil was the obvious choice as the new principal resident organist, a position he has held ever since.
The link between the Tower Ballroom and the BBC has always been a strong one, more recently through the hit series Strictly Come Dancing . The legendary Reginald Dixon broadcasts will be particularly remembered by many and Phil Kelsall was to continue this link when in 1980 he was asked by the BBC to record for the Sam on Sunday shows, following Reginald Dixon’s retirement part way through that series. Phil has also acted as a guest presenter for Radio 2’s The Organist Entertains. Numerous credits have also included Radio 4’s long running The Archers and Radio 2’s flagship music programme, Friday Night is Music Night.
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Friday 26th February 2010
Jimmy Carr- Rapier Wit
Dudley Concert HallA heady mix of artistic integrity, loyalty and avarice has put Jimmy back on the road.
If you only see one comedy show this year. what's the matter with you? Get out more.
A 'rapier' is the long sword of a gentleman.
'Rapier wit' is defined as clever, quick, intelligent humour.
Please note, Jimmy Carr doesn't have 'the long sword of a gentleman' and even if you like him, 'clever, quick and intelligent' is a bit of a stretch.
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Saturday 27th February 2010
Niki Evans
Dudley Concert HallNiki's exciting career in the music industry has spanned more than 20 years and she is currently delighted to be making her musical theatre debut as leading lady Mrs Johnstone in Blood Brothers.
Niki started singing at the age of twelve and first signed to management which included members of Black Sabbath and the band Jigsaw.
Within three years, she was signed to Libedo Records; an offshoot of Record Label PWL.
In 1990 Niki toured as solo singer with pop stars, Sonia, Lonnie Gordon, Big Fun and Yell.
In 1992 Niki married and had two children and in 1999 Niki made her first TV appearance on BBC’s “Star for a Night”, hosted by Jayne McDonald, where she made the finals. Following this Niki was approached by many songwriters and recorded songs for TV advertising campaigns.
Following a break from the industry, she auditioned for XFactor in 2007 and made it to the shows’ semi-final capturing the hearts of the nation and a legion of fans along the way. It was quoted by Simon Cowell that Niki’s version of the winners song was “by far the best”.
As one of the most successful artists to emerge from XFactor, Niki has since performed with John Barrowman at the Symphony Hall, has sang alongside Kim Wylde and Heather Small at a concert in Dubai, and appeared as a special request of Jasper Carrott on his Christmas Rock With Laughter show at the NEC and has made countless appearances on TV, including LK Today and ITV’s This Morning with Phillip Schofield and Fearne Briton, as well as numerous interviews on radio and in press.
A brand new single is due for release summer 2009 and an album to follow in the autumn and Niki will touring early 2010.
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MARCH 2010
Saturday 6th March 2010
Halfway to Paradise - The Billy Fury Story
Dudley Concert HallTo mark the 50th anniversary of Billy Fury's first single release, ''Maybe Tomorrow'', his own band - the original ''Fury's Tornado's'' remember him by performing live his unbelievable 29 hit singles - ''Last Night Was made For Love'', ''I Will'', ''Jealousy'', ''Halfway To Paradise'' and many, many more.
Along with the stunning Colin Gold - ''A voice blessed by heaven''
More information can be found at www.billyfurystory.co.uk
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APRIL 2010
Monday 12th April 2010
From The Jam
Wulfrun Hall WolverhamptonFrom The Jam features original members of The Jam: Bruce Foxton and Rick Buckler joined by Russell Hastings to perform all The Jam's greatest hits and classic album tracks including Start, Going Underground, That's Entertainment and other Jam originals written by Bruce Foxton including News of The World and Smithers-Jones.
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MAY 2010
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