J’AIME NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2023

W H AT ’ S O N
What’s on this festive season
THERE’S ENTERTAINMENT GALORE TAKING PLACE ACROSS THE MIDLANDS AS WE HEAD
INTO THE FESTIVE SEASON. FROM PANTO AND COMEDY TO SPECTACULAR SHOWS, HERE
WE TAKE A LOOK AT SOME OF THE BEST OFFERINGS FOR ALL THE FAMILY
WHAT: THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE
WARDROBE
WHERE: BIRMINGHAM REP
WHEN: NOVEMBER 14 TO JANUARY 28
Direct from the West End comes the most magical
of shows for Christmas. Step through the wardrobe
into the kingdom of Narnia for the most mystical of
adventures in a faraway land.
Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they wave
goodbye to wartime Britain and say hello to Mr
Tumnus, the talking Faun; Aslan, the unforgettable
Lion and the coldest, cruellest White Witch!
This breath-taking stage show of C.S. Lewis’ classic
novel comes to Birmingham direct from the West
End. With magical storytelling, bewitching stagecraft
and incredible puppets, it is guaranteed to delight
audiences of all ages.
For more information and to book tickets visit
www.birmingham-rep.co.uk
WHAT: DANCING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND
WITH ALJAZ AND JANETTE
WHERE: BIRMINGHAM SYMPHONY HALL
WHEN: DECEMBER 10
Combining world-class choreography, fabulous
costumes and amazing sets with the greatest hits
of Christmas, join Aljaz Skorjanec and Janette
Manrara for an evening of festive wonder. Strictly’s
most celebrated couple will once again be joined
by a supporting cast featuring some of the UK’s
very best dancers and singers as they countdown to
Christmas Day in this breathtaking spectacular.
A not-to-be-missed Christmas Cracker of a show
that’s set to be bigger and better for 2023; there’s
always room on the sleigh…so come along for the
ride and celebrate this special time of year in style.
For more details and to book tickets visit
www.bmusic.co.uk
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