J’AIME MARCH/APRIL 2024

W H AT ’ S O N
What’s On this spring
SPRING IS IN THE AIR, AND THERE’S PLENTY GOING ON AROUND THE MIDLANDS TO KEEP THE
WHOLE FAMILY ENTERTAINED. FROM FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS TO SPECTACULAR SHOWS, HERE
ARE SOME OF THE HOTTEST TICKETS OF THE SEASON
WHAT: MINORITY REPORT
WHERE: BIRMINGHAM REP
WHEN: MARCH 22 TO APRIL 6
In 2050, neuroscientist Dame Julia Anderton is about to launch the next phase of her pioneering
Pre-Crime programme, monitoring people’s thoughts and detaining them before crimes are
committed. But when Julia is accused of pre-murder, she’s in a race against time to save herself
from her own system.
This electrifying adaptation of Phillip K. Dick’s iconic sci-fi thriller challenges our beliefs about
justice and freewill in a real-time chase through London of the future.
Minority Report sees award-winning director Max Webster reunited with the producers of the
globally successful stage version of Life of Pi. This action packed theatrical experience will take
you on an electrifying ride into the future, as it creates a world bordering science fiction and reality.
For more details and to book tickets visit www.birmingham-rep.co.uk
WHAT: WICKED!
WHERE: BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME
WHEN: UNTIL APRIL 7
One of the most successful musicals of all time, Wicked has been casting its magical spell around
the world for two decades.
Based on the acclaimed novel by Gregory Maguire, Wicked imagines a beguiling backstory and
future possibilities to the lives of L. Frank Baum’s beloved characters from The Wonderful Wizard
of Oz. and reveals the decisions and events that shape the destinies of two unlikely university friends
on their journey to becoming Glinda The Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
This award-winning musical flies back to Birmingham this spring, complete with all the spectacle
and magic that make this lavish, thrilling production such an unforgettable and unmissable
experience. For more information and to book tickets visit www.birminghamhippodrome.com
WHAT: SHREK THE MUSICAL
WHERE: THE ALEXANDRA THEATRE, BIRMINGHAM
WHEN: APRIL 9 TO 146
Join Shrek and his trusty sidekick Donkey as they set out on a quest to defeat the fearsome
dragon and rescue the beautiful Princess Fiona. With a heart-warming story and a cast of
unforgettable characters, this musical extravaganza is a journey you won’t want to miss.
Get ready to leave your troubles Far Far Away and embark on an unforgettable adventure
filled with laughter, love, and ogre-sized fun. The show is set to a toe-tapping soundtrack
featuring fabulous songs like I’m A Believer, Big Bright Beautiful World, and I Know It’s
Today. These tunes will have you humming all the way home. It’s the perfect night out for
the whole family, offering an award-winning show that promises a musical spectacular for
big kids and little kids alike.
The stellar cast is led by theatre legend Antony Lawrence as Shrek, whose powerful voice
fills the theatre and makes him instantly lovable, while Strictly Come Dancing star and
leading lady Joanne Clifton is an absolute revelation as Princess Fiona.
Get ready for an unforgettable journey with Shrek and his friends – because in this
kingdom, everyone is a part of the adventure! For more details and to book tickets visit
www.atgtickets.com/birmingham
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