It’s time to welcome a host new of events at Midlands Arts Centre – from family-friendly shows, tantalising cinema screenings, exciting outdoor performances and delightful exhibitions.

See our full programme of all events.

Family

On Saturday 16 & Sunday 17 September don’t miss MAC’s Big Green Weekender – a free, family-friendly festival featuring creative workshops, short films, inspiring talks, live music and more to encourage local action through sustainable projects.

See our full programme for children & family.

Meet Astrid Lindgren’s Pippi Longstocking

A captivating storytelling performance from Lindgren’s classic novel! Help Pippi in her journey full of excitement and mischief.

Lyngo Theatre: Tom Thumb

Performed entirely on and under a kitchen table this classic story is brought to life in a playful and fascinating show.

Morgan and West’s Massive Magic Show For Kids

Roll up, roll up! This roadshow is guaranteed to draw gasps and giggles for all ages in a hilarious 60-minutes of whimsical mayhem.

Women & Theatre: Not the Last on Thursday 14 – Sunday 17 September - Inspired by the true story of Louisa Anne Ryland, this new play marks the 150th anniversary of Cannon Hill Park and shines a light on the vital and varied role of green spaces in our city.

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Sudha Bhuchar: Evening Conversations

Acclaimed actor and Wimbledon mother, Sudha Bhuchar navigates heritage, culture and the meaning of home.

Rhum & Clay: Project Dictator

Totalitarianism. As told by two clowns. Inspired by conversations with international artists living under authoritarian regimes.

Lamphouse Theatre: War of the Worlds (On A Budget)

A comical diversion from Wells's novel, cardboard sets and kitchen cupboard special effects in this sci-fi inspired comedy bonanza.

Cinema

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Reel & Meal: Jurassic Park - 30th Anniversary

Deliciously Devilled Dilophosaurus Eggs, the Roasted Leg of Velociraptor or the Triceratops Truffle Taglitelle all before dessert...

Square Eyes TV Festival

The third instalment returns to MAC. 10-days of exclusive screenings, networking events, Q&As, panels and workshops for TV fanatics.

Reel & Meal: Hocus Pocus

A special family friendly Reel & Meal event that will see a Halloween screening of the classic spooky comedy.

Situated in Edgbaston Stadium Piazza from Thursday 14 – Sunday 24 September, Michael Pinsky: Pollution Pods takes visitors on an atmospheric tour of Norway, London New Delhi, San Paolo and Beijing as part of our Art, Nature and Wellbeing season.

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Watershed

A group exhibition exploring the relationship between Birmingham and Elan Valley, Wales; two communities linked by water.

Artist Talk with Rowena Harris

Offers an insight into part of the Watershed exhibition. Includes exclusive screening of ‘A Crip Body of Water’ (2023)

Worlds Away: Art, Nature and Wellbeing

Inspired by the natural world and its power to stimulate feelings of belonging, mental and physical wellbeing.

Autumn Season at MAC