This is the launch event for The Dereliction, a new book by Liz Berry and Tom Hicks. The Dereliction is a love letter to the Black Country. Liz Berry’s poems have been praised for their use of the vernacular, the twang of West Midlands dialect. Her poems are matched with Tom Hicks’s Read more…
A sharing of short films by 3rd year University of Wolverhampton Performing Arts undergraduate students inspired by the historic Mother & Baby homes in the Black Country. Students have been supported by the Black Country Living Museum, Black Country Studies Centre & Feral Productions. Premiering free on the University Read more…
Whether it is for a last minute gift or you are looking for something to enjoy yourself, here are our picks of the best Black Country reads this festive season (links take you to external vendors). Bella Something a little strange and stirring from R.M Francis. Bella tells the tale Read more…
Thursday 10th Dec 6.30pm Artsfest Online: Myriad Editions Literary Salon Artsfest Online is pleased to present a literary salon with publisher Myriad Editions and three of their authors, Elleke Boehmer, Elaine Chiew and Hannah Vincent – who will discuss and read from their recent short story collections. Hosted by Dr. Lisa Read more…
This year marks the sixth year of Artsfest hosted by the University of Wolverhampton. Traditionally they work with cultural venues across the region to programme a variety of events including live performances, workshops, theatre shows, music, poetry, art exhibitions, and lots more to get involved with. Despite the challenging times Read more…
Every week during the Covid-19 lockdown, the Black Country Studies Centre will be bringing you videos and blogposts about life in the Black Country, past, present and future. Expert speakers will give you insights to their subject and research, as well as sharing their recommendations and links for finding out Read more…
Lights! Camera! Action! A day of expert talks exploring the performing and cinematic arts in the Black Country. Our speakers will take you on a behind the scenes tour of the Black Country’s global contribution to music, theatre, comedy, poetry and film. What makes the region’s sense of humour unique? Read more…