The Birmingham Black Box Theatre & Events

14/12/2024

Thanks to Weeping Bank Library for a spine tingling, terrifying night of horrifying storytelling. We'll be sleeping with the lights on tonight! Also thanks to delightful audience. We hope to see you again.

06/12/2024

Guaranteed to raise the hairs on the back of your neck and have you looking over your shoulder! We're pleased to host Weeping Bank Library next Saturday, December 14th at 6:45p. Performing in a 100+ year old factory, who knows who...or what...might show up 👻😳 Tickets are available at www.birminghamblackbox.com . Come if you dare 😁

26/11/2024

Starting in February 2025, we're pleased to introduce The Birmingham Black Box Amateur Theatre Group.

If any of you or you know anyone who is interested in performing, working on the production team or just being a member of a fun new group, please do apply. Please share to friends/family and loved ones.

11/11/2024

After a sold out tour of the Midlands this year, The Librarian of Weeping Bank will be bringing his ghostly tales to as part of the National Literacy Trust's 'Haunted Birmingham' campaign.

‘Now you Lay me down to sleep’ and ‘An Unwise Purchase’

Saturday 14th December 2024, 6.45-8.45pm
(refreshments available during an interval)

The Birmingham Black Box, 19 Harford Street, Birmingham, B19 3EB

Weeping Bank brings engaging, candlelit performances of ghost stories to community spaces and theatres, creating intimate and unique experiences for both avid and reluctant readers, gothic horror fans and lovers of traditional storytelling.

Warning - Weeping Bank readings contain moments of heightened tension. The reading is unsuitable for anyone under the age of 15 or of a nervous disposition.

Tickets are £12 and can be booked at www.birminghamblackbox.com

For more about , head over to www.weepingbank.com.

✍️ Could you write your own spooky story? 👻
The National Literacy Trust's 'Haunted Birmingham' campaign invites adults and young people aged 9+ to write a spooky story set in Birmingham.

The deadline is midnight on Sunday 1st December and all the details – including the form to submit a story – can be found at https://literacytrust.org.uk/communities/birmingham/haunted-birmingham

31/10/2024

On the 7th December we’re transforming The Birmingham Black Box into an underground 1920s New York-style speakeasy.
Experience a night like no other with thrilling entertainment, dramatic encounters, and an atmosphere that’ll pull you straight into the Jazz Age. 🎷✨

Expect: 🎭 LIVE appearances by “Gatsby” himself, with a twist—"Tommy" and his notorious crew will be watching over the crowd.
🚨 Beware: Harlem’s Queen, Stephanie St. Clair, is on the loose, and when she shows up, things tend to get...wild. 👀
🍸 Specialty cocktails, games, and LOTS of surprises (but no machine guns allowed 😉).

Come dressed to impress in your finest 1920s attire and prepare to lose yourself in the glitz, glam, and thrill of the era.

Get ready to party like it’s Prohibition!
Tickets are selling fast! 🔥🔥!

27/10/2024

We are really happy to present The Weeping Bank Library on December 14th. A free hot chocolate to all who dare enter! 👻☕️

Did you see us in the Express & Star yesterday? Amongst other things, we discussed our online specials, our , , and library events and our first theatre show as part of the 'Haunted Birmingham' writing campaign from The National Literacy Trust. https://www.expressandstar.com/entertainment/2024/10/27/watch-these-ghost-stories-are-very-chilling---welcome-to-the-spooky-world-of-weeping-bank/

Staffordshire Libraries Dudley Libraries Sandwell Libraries The Birmingham Black Box Theatre National Literacy Trust in Birmingham

22/10/2024

A 100-year-old + creepy ghost stories + a free hot chocolate... Ti's the season 😁👻☕️

21/10/2024

Reunited for another project, and I are plotting something really special for you for The Birmingham Black Box's totally immersive Roaring 20's Peaky Gatsby party on December 7th. You don't want to miss this event. Tickets are on sale on our website or on our Eventbrite page, link tree in bio. 🔥

16/10/2024

We're the official hub for Fierce Festival. Just about ready to open the doors!

16/10/2024

Shout out to our newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Leah Fennell, Farrah Palmer, Guilaine Brutus, Kayshia Phillips

28/09/2024

Urgent casting call. Please share far and wide

THEATRE RECASTING

Due to change of personal circumstances for an actor, we need to recast. Please DM our page here or email [email protected] immediatly if interested.

This is horribly short notice with just a month to go and we really want to save our show run. Everyone else has put so much time and effort in, and it would be a disaster for everyone if it went to the wall.

The actor was playing these three roles, they can be played as male or female, need to be able to play middle-aged or older, willing to work with a diverse cast of people, be pleasant, & a quick learner.
Actor must be based in the South Devon area, & able to attend rehearsals in Brixham, as well as performances around South Devon
Rehearsals are Sunday afternoons 12.30 - 5, and Wedneadays 6.30pm - 9pm at Chestnut Community Centre, 1-3 Poplar Close, Brixham, TQ5 0SA (already underway, new actor to join in asap)

Show dates are
Brixham - ​Saturday Nov 9th 2.30pm and 7.30pm
Knowle,near Budleigh Salterton - Saturday November 16th, 7.30pm
Plymouth - November 23rd - 7.30pm
Stokenham, near Kingsbridge, - Saturday November 30th - 7.30pm
Kingskerswell - Saturday Dec 21st - 7.30pm
Exeter - Friday Jan 10th 2025 - 7pm
Torquay - Friday Jan 17th 2025- 7.30pm

PAY ETC
The same as all the rest of us in cast and crew; this actor will recieve an equal share of ticket profits earned by the show, as well as character photos, videos and anything else that comes up that can be useful for portfolios etc.

17/09/2024

We are sponsoring an event! 📢

Come join us at the newly opened The Birmingham Black Box Theatre & Events for an electrifying evening filled with good vibes and even better company. 😁

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07/09/2024

Jazz is watching Teddy's shenanigans and getting ideas. I think she might have a crush on him too 😂😂

26/07/2024

Look who surprised me and returned to The Black Box this evening!! I was so happy to see again and looking so well so quickly. 😍🎉

21/07/2024

Suggested audience 11+

In honour of Black History Month

"Laroche"
Echoes of Valor: The Story of Joseph Philippe Lemercier Laroche

Written and directed by Dr Carlette L Norwood

"Laroche" is a poignant and thought-provoking play that sheds light on the life and journey of Joseph Philippe Lemercier Laroche, the only Black 2nd Class passenger aboard the RMS Titanic. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century racial tensions and social dynamics, the play explores Laroche's remarkable journey, aspirations, and the tragic circumstances that led him to board the ill-fated Titanic.

The decision to board the Titanic becomes a pivotal and ill-fated moment in Laroche's life. Driven by a desire to provide a better future for his family, he makes the fateful choice to embark on the voyage, unaware of the impending tragedy that awaits.

Against the backdrop of the Titanic's final hours, "Laroche" pays homage to Laroche among the countless other Black individuals whose stories have been overlooked in the annals of history. Through powerful storytelling and emotional performances, the play challenges audiences to relive those final fateful moments of Laroche’s life.
Three nights only, The Birmingham Black Box is transformed to the RMS Titanic for an immersive experience!

From the first act to the climactic finale, this story of overcoming challenges of racism, finding love, and witnessing the ending we all know, Laroche's story will rock you to your core!

Suggested audience 11+ please.

Our Community Outreach Donation Day is for the Saturday, October 12th, 2pm matinee performance only.

21/07/2024

In honour of Black History Month, The Birmingham Black Box Theatre is proud to present:

"Laroche"

Echoes of Valour: The Story of Joseph Philippe Lemercier Laroche

Written and directed by Dr Carlette L Norwood

"Laroche" is a poignant and thought-provoking play that sheds light on the life and journey of Joseph Philippe Lemercier Laroche, the only Black 2nd Class passenger aboard the RMS Titanic. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century racial tensions and social dynamics, the play explores Laroche's remarkable journey, aspirations, and tragic circumstances that led him to board the ill-fated Titanic.

The decision to board the Titanic becomes a pivotal and ill-fated moment in Laroche's life. Driven by a desire to provide a better future for his family, he makes the fateful choice to embark on the voyage, unaware of the impending tragedy that awaits.

Against the backdrop of the Titanic's final hours, "Laroche" pays homage to Laroche among the countless other Black individuals whose stories have been overlooked in the annals of history. Through powerful storytelling and emotional performances, the play challenges audiences to relive those final fateful moments of Laroche’s life.

Three nights only, The Birmingham Black Box is transformed to the RMS Titanic for an immersive experience!

From the first act to the climactic finale, this story of overcoming challenges of racism, finding love, and witnessing the ending we all know, Laroche's story will rock you to your core!

Suggested audience 11+, please.

Our Community Outreach Donation Day is for the Saturday, October 12th, 2pm matinee performance only.

Tickets are available on our Eventbrite page, link in bio.

20/07/2024

19/07/2024

It might seem like a long way off, but Weeping Bank are delighted to have secured a Saturday evening before Christmas at The Birmingham Black Box Theatre & Events venue to bring an extra chill to the midwinter air in with these two classic ghostly tales from the shelves of Weeping Bank Library, written by A. G. Smith and read by ‘The Librarian’.

‘Now you Lay me down to sleep’ and ‘An Unwise Purchase’

Saturday 14th December 2024, 6.45-8.45pm (refreshments available during an interval)

The Birmingham Black Box, 19 Harford Street, Birmingham, B19 3EB

Weeping Bank brings engaging, candlelit performances of ghost stories to community spaces and theatres, creating intimate and unique experiences for both avid and reluctant readers, gothic horror fans and lovers of traditional storytelling.

‘The quality of your writing of ghost stories is superb. I have found that very few horror stories have the genuine ability to chill, but both your tales were suitably unnerving and sublimely told.’ Nick Brunger, award-winning magician and storyteller.

'well written and flawlessly delivered with thespian-level gravitas' Emma Dark, award-winning filmmaker and actress, columnist for We Belong Dead magazine.

Warning - Weeping Bank readings contain moments of heightened tension. The reading is unsuitable for anyone under the age of 15 or of a nervous disposition.

Tickets are £12 and can be booked at www.birminghamblackbox.com

For more about Weeping Bank, head over to www.weepingbank.com.