Music & Film at The Library of Birmingham

05/06/2026

On Saturday 6th June, 12:00 - 13:00 Royal Birmingham Conservatoire band Robinswood will be performing at The Library of Birmingham!

29/05/2026

One of our favourite times of the year, here in Music & Film at The Library of Birmingham . The city is full of amazing musicians and the sounds of Jazz and Blues in a lot of our local venues. The Library of Birmingham

21/05/2026

⚠️The Library of Birmingham will be closing at 3pm today⚠️

Following Aston Villa’s victory in last night’s Europa League final, the club has organised a parade in the city centre, starting today at 4.30pm and we will be lighting the Library claret and blue to celebrate 🥳

Following Aston Villa’s victory in last night’s Europa League final, the club has organised a parade in the city centre, starting today at 4.30pm.

Those living in, working in or visiting the city centre today are advised of several road closures from 10am today, leading to disruption to travel and public transport services. Meanwhile, a number of parking bays are currently suspended.

An event guide, including a route map and detail of planned road closures and parking suspensions, can be found on Aston Villa’s website: https://orlo.uk/Wg1K7

We also advise checking latest service information with Transport for West Midlands and individual public transport providers before making journeys.

19/05/2026

Are you looking forward to the Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival ? Sign up for all the updates .https://www.birminghamjazzfestival.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawR5RL9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeSW1xsxFGDWZdUVyLbhASw-MtNhh-ByzmaETadxgeAhruHj9U1iokV64HHR4_aem_sAHEn7-2Nmz2o6dRJZ-USQ
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Birmingham's annual Jazz & Blues Festival - 10 days of live music across 100+ venues, with hundreds of free performances every summer !

15/05/2026

Free cinema screening for POWER BALLAD 26th-27th May! New offering that gives you the chance to get down to your local cinema for free! Supported by the BFI, awarding National Lottery funding.
Link below for tickets viewing at mockingbird cinema and Midlands Arts Centre - MAC . 2 tickets per customer. BFI The Library of Birmingham

Up next from Escapes: POWER BALLAD 🎸

When Rick (Paul Rudd), a past-his-prime wedding singer, meets fading boy-band star Danny (Nick Jonas) during a gig, the two bond over music and a late-night jam session. But when Danny turns one of Rick's songs into the hit that reignites his career, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves - even if it means risking everything he cares about.

With performances from Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, POWER BALLAD is a feel-good story about music, self-respect, friendship, and the price of ambition.

Be amongst the first to see it on 26-27 May for FREE before its official release on 29 May! All screenings will have descriptive subtitles.

Book now via the link below! Supported by awarding funding.

Book now 🎟️ - https://tinyurl.com/3pchuzv3?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=escapes-power-ballad-2026-05-26-2026-05-27

14/05/2026

A fan of the music of, The Lord of The Rings? Check out the tribute to Howard Shore, on this Saturday at The Bradshaw Hall Birmingham. Tickets available to purchase link below. Royal Birmingham Conservatoire The Library of Birmingham .

🎶📚 The Music of The Lord of The Rings 📚🎶

Experience the majestic and timeless music of the legendary Lord of the Rings films in a breathtaking concert that will transport audiences straight into the heart of Tolkien’s universe.

Performed by the modern orchestra Mystery Ensemble, this magical evening will transport you instantly into the heart of Tolkien’s universe, where elves, hobbits, and dwarves roam.

The virtuoso playing of the musicians will bring to life the stirring, powerful, and deeply emotional compositions of Howard Shore, the three-time Academy Award winner, whose work shaped the very essence of Peter Jackson’s cinematic masterpiece.

📍Sat 16 May, 8pm

🎟️ https://www.bcu.ac.uk/conservatoire/events-calendar/the-music-of-the-lord-of-the-rings-16-05-2026

12/05/2026

Check out Henry's Blueshouse for lots of free live music, just 5 minutes from The Library of Birmingham

01/05/2026

This should be a great night of music and, for a very good cause.
Friends of Thimblemill library The Library of Birmingham Midlands Air Ambulance Charity

12/02/2026

Were you a Blur fan or an Oasis fan?! This is sounding like a great production about the 90s Britpop scene. The Library of Birmingham