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Barking in Essex 6 Sep - 14 Mar 2014Wyndham Theatre, London

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at aglanceCrufts 6 – 9 March 2014 the NEC, BirminghamCrufts, the biggest and best celebration of dogs will be returning in 2014. It’s a wet nosed, tail-wagging, fact finding, show stopping, un’fur’gettable family day out...It’s more than a dog show!

Barking in Essex6 Sep – 4 Jan 2014 | Wyndham Theatre LondonFreedom finally beckons for delinquent villain Algie Packer. He’s done seven years inside and now he’s coming home to spend his carefully stashed cash – £3.5 million in untraceable notes. But there’s something Algie’s family has forgotten to mention…

Meet the Packers – just your perfectly average, totally dysfunctional, ‘well-dodgy’ Essex crime family with a BIG problem. Are they going to be able to cover their tracks before Algie arrives home? Maybe it’s time to go on the run…

Catch Lee Evans, Sheila Hancock, Keeley Hawes, Karl Johnson and Montserrat Lombard before the police do in the world premiere of this uproariously funny play. This sensational cast make Barking in Essex the MUST-SEE theatre event of 2013.

Warning! This play contains strong language.

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Autosport International 9 – 12 Jan the NEC, BirminghamAll the stars, cars and action alongside motorsport’s latest technical innovations will all be under one roof at Autosport International 2014! Covering over 1 million ft² and featuring every level of Motor Racing - from Karting up to Formula 1, Autosport International is the World’s Greatest four wheel indoor extravaganza!

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See you at the Group Leisure Awards 201318 Sep Hilton Birmingham Metropole, the NEC Birmingham

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Robin Cousins' ICE19 – 23 Feb 2014 | Westpoint Arena, ExeterBrand new sensational skating show ICE comes to Westpoint Arena on 19 February for five days only during half term!

Olympic champion and head judge on ITV’s Dancing on Ice, Robin Cousins has hand-picked the greatest ice skaters from around the globe to bring his incredible new production to life. Dynamic and atmospheric, Robin Cousins’ ICE will draw you into its unique world, where internationally renowned skaters glide, soar, flip and fly in a truly theatrical setting. ICE features a powerful soundtrack of original music and reworked modern classics designed to delight and enthral.

Robin Cousins’ ICE redefines ice skating for a new generation with a spectacular show the like of which UK audiences have not experienced in 30 years.

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livemusic

Wet Wet Wet8 - 19 Dec | UK TourBursting onto the scene in 1987, Wet Wet Wet have an incredible back catalogue of songs including three UK No. 1’s. The Glasgow lads have made an incredible impact with their music over the years and are ready to hit the road again.

Boyzone1 – 22 Dec | UK TourLife was very different in 1993. We bought our music on CD’s and vinyl, mobile phones looked like bricks, there were only four channels on the telly and no-one had the ‘X Factor’ or a ‘Big Brother’. Meatloaf would do ‘Anything For You’, Tom Hanks & Meg Ryan were ‘Sleepless in Seattle’, David Beckham was in his first season at Man U and Facebook, YouTube, iTunes & Twitter were just pipe dreams.

But in November 1993 a bunch of young lads from the North side of Dublin would infamously appear on Ireland’s biggest TV show ‘The Late Late Show’ and the rest, as they say... is history.

Twenty one singles, seven albums, twenty five million record sales, hundreds of gigs, millions of memories and twenty years later, Boyzone are still going strong. Join them as they celebrate BZ20 – The Anniversary Tour.

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call 0800 358 0058The Very Best of Classical Spectacular7 Dec | the NIA, BirminghamCelebrate 25 years of Classical Spectacular this December at the NIA, Birmingham.

Experience a show dedicated to some of the greatest compositions in classical music. Hear the works of some of the world’s most talented composers including Strauss, Handel, Orff and Puccini.

The show will feature City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Birmingham Choral Union, Band of the King’s Division, plus the talents of Soprano Catrin Aur and Tenor Marc Heller.

Also featured will be the latest and greatest light and laser display designed by Durham Marenghi, culminating in Classical Spectacular’s famous thundering finale - now bigger and more explosive than ever!

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0+ Save 20%Status Quo7 Dec | LG Arena, BirminghamThe Quo are one of the most successful bands in British rock history, with total world-wide record sales exceeding 118 million. Come and join them for an unforgettable show!

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Riverdance23 - 25 Sep 2014 | the NIA, BirminghamSince the show first burst into the public’s heart at the Eurovision Song Contest in Dublin in 1994, Riverdance has gone on to achieve global success- experienced by over 2.9 million people across the UK and TV audiences in excess of 2 billion.

Torvill & Dean's Dancing On Ice - The Final Tour 201428 Mar – 27 Apr 2014 | UK TourJayne Torvill, Christopher Dean and ITV have announced that Dancing on Ice will end next year and this will be followed by the last ever Dancing on Ice tour - a spectacular live show, that will perform across the UK, starting in March 2014.

The 2013 BirminghamInternational Tattoo30 Nov - 1 Dec | the NIA, BirminghamOver 1,000 military musicians and other performers will line up for this year’s special 25th Birmingham International Tattoo.

From the massed marching bands to the spectacular displays, this year’s event has something for everyone and, with only two performances to choose from, tickets are already selling quickly so reserve your place soon.

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Disney On Icepresents Dare To Dream27 Sep – 5 Jan 2014 | UK TourJoin your favourite Disney Princesses in a celebration of 75 years of Disney Princess stories when Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream! Experience hilarious hair-raising escapades with Rapunzel, Flynn and Maximus. Travel to the enchanted forest with Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Fanciful dreams become reality as Cinderella meets her Prince Charming. Boogie to the beat of the bayou with Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen. Experience the beauty, sparkle, and spirit when Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream!

Peter Pan, The Never Ending Story13 Dec – 16 Jan | UK TourSee the boy who never grows up in a live adventure you’ll never forget. Peter Pan, The Never Ending Story World Arena Tour is a high-flying, hi-tech fantasy adventure that combines the drama and excitement of live theatre with the epic visuals of a blockbuster movie. Starring Stacey Solomon (X Factor and winner of I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here), pinch yourself as you watch Peter Pan fly high above the stage without wires – a world first in theatre!

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comedy

Russell Howard21 Feb – 17 Apr 2014 | UK TourRussell Howard promises us more of his trademark brand of upbeat and razor-sharp comedy. Don’t miss the chance to see this unique comedian back on stage, on-top of the world, doing what he does best.

Lee Evans17 – 21 Sep 2014 | the NIA, BirminghamWIRED AND WONDERFUL’ was huge…’XL’ was big…’BIG’ was even bigger…’ROADRUNNER’ was record breaking… and now ‘MONSTERS’ is the legendary Lee Evans’ amazing new show where he will play to more fans than ever before!

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Miranda Hart8 Mar – 11 Apr 2014 | UK TourThe award winning Queen of Comedy is on stage doing stand-up for the first time since her hit series ‘Miranda’ aired on the BBC. Grab a chance to see her genius live. Expect silliness, attempts at song and dance, secrets shared and simply - such fun!

Jason Manford13 Nov – 24 Jan 2014 UK TourJason has had a busy time since he was last on the road. After his opera singing turn saw him emerge the winner on Born To Shine (ITV1) Jason put his new found talent into practice joining Alfie Boe on tour prior to a well-received run in the West-End hit musical Sweeney Todd. However, his comedy bones weren’t completely idle as he enjoyed appearances on QI (BBC Two), Big Fat Quiz of the Year (Channel 4), and Comedy World Cup (Channel 4).

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BBC Good Food Show Winter 27 Nov – 1 Dec | the NEC, BirminghamThe BBC Good Food Show Winter taking place from the 27 November – 1 December 2013 offers a great day out for any group, with 100’s of exhibitors from speciality food to the latest gadgets plus great entertainment from some of the BBC’s most famous TV shows including The Great British Bake Off and MasterChef. Plus every ticket includes a reserved seat in the purpose built 2,000 seater Supertheatre.

BBC Good Food Show London 15 - 17 Nov | Olympia, LondonCome to the BBC Good Food Show London taking place from the 15-17 November 2013 at Olympia, London for a foodie day out with something for everyone. Enjoy the latest cuisine at the Pop-Up Eating Experience then try and buy boutique wines in the Wine Cellar. Plus every ticket includes a seat in the Supertheatre with top chefs including Michel Roux Jr.

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call 0800 358 0058The Edible Garden Show28 – 30 Mar 2014 | Alexandra Palace, LondonAward-winning grow-your-own event, The Edible Garden Show, is putting down new roots at London’s Alexandra Palace in March 2014 in a move to bring the popular show to new audiences around the country.

The Edible Garden Show was launched in response to the grow-your-own revolution sweeping the country as more and more people are digging for the dinner plate. Latest government figures show that 5% of all our food is now grown at home and not just on allotments or vegetable patches in the garden. Tasty crops are being nurtured on patios, balconies, window boxes and even front doorsteps by families wanting to save money and lead a healthier lifestyle

Scheduled for the beginning of the growing season, The Edible Garden Show is bursting with innovative products, top exhibitors, home-grown produce, food, livestock and a celebrity line-up of experts.

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sport &live action

Yonex All England Open Badminton Championships 20144 – 9 Mar 2014 | the NIA BirminghamBADMINTON England is pleased to announce that the most prestigious badminton championships in the world returns for its 104th year, following another magnificent display of high quality badminton in 2013.

The event will once again be hosted at the National Indoor Arena in Birmingham from 4-9 March 2014 and with it will bring the world’s top 10 players from each discipline to compete for the coveted title.

Listed as a Badminton World Federation Superseries Premier event, its significance is proven with only four other events being given this status. It captures everyone’s imagination, whether you have never seen a live badminton event before or you come every year.

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WWE LIVE9 – 15 Nov | UK TourSee your favourite WWE Superstars and Divas from RAW and SmackDown LIVE in action, including WWE Champion John Cena and World Heavyweight Champion Dolph Ziggler!

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Nitro Circus Live28 Nov | the NIA, BirminghamFollowing the success of the 2012 show, Nitro Circus Live will be returning to the NIA again in 2013. The most daring and adrenalin-packed live show is a fully choreographed action sports spectacular. Each show combines the biggest and best freestyle motocross (FMX) stunts with insane BMX and skateboard action, as well as the famous Nitro Circus crew performing outrageous feats on a crazy array of contraptions.

TNA Impact Wrestling2 Feb 2014 | the NIA, BirminghamWatch some of the world’s top wrestling stars battle it out live in the ring where the talented roster will showcase their moves in a series of action-packed matches set to be one of wrestling’s highlights of the year.

BBL Cup Final 201412 Jan 2014 | the NIA, BirminghamFor the twelfth year in a row that BBL Cup Final will be played at the NIA and the venue, which is now synonymous with the biggest games in British hoops, has produced some classic finals.

Cup Final Day is one of the most eagerly-anticipated during the BBL (men’s professional league in the UK) season as the stars of the British game lay it all on the line in pursuit of this coveted piece of silverware in the illustrious surroundings of Birmingham’s NIA.

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lifestyleshows

Crafts For Christmas, Hobbycrafts and Art Materials Live24 - 27 Oct | SECC, Glasgow7- 10 Nov | the NEC,BirminghamEmbrace the magic of Christmas by visiting Crafts for Christmas, Hobbycrafts and Art Materials Live from 8-11 November at the NEC, Birmingham. With everything you need for a beautiful handmade Christmas, this is the perfect way to add some sparkle to your Christmas this year. For more information please visit www.ichf.co.uk

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Clothes Show Live6 – 10 Dec | the NEC, BirminghamGreat days out for groups, designed with education outings, organised tours and social groups in mind. Shop from over 500 brands, watch the award-winning Fashion Theatre, enjoy non-stop catwalks and experience expert pampering and tantalising champagne & food bars. Groups 10+ make savings! Free reservation with nothing to pay until October.

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Warley National Model Railway Exhibition23 & 24 Nov | The NEC, BirminghamThe UK’s Premier Model Railway show, opens its doors on the 23rd and 24th November for what has become a world renowned event and a fun day out for local families.

It’s the Club’s 46th annual show and the 21st at the NEC! This year sees at least 85 working model railway layouts on show with exhibitors from the UK, and Europe. There will also be a full size steam locomotive in the form of the new ‘under construction’ LMS Patriot Class locomotive - a king size kit of parts!

Cake International – The Sugarcraft & Cake Decorating and Baking Show8 - 10 Nov | the NEC, BirminghamVisitors can spend a day in cake heaven exploring the latest ideas, supplies, competitions, demonstrations and workshops from the industry’s experts. Please visit www.cakeinternational.co.uk for more information.

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