Elisha Pearce Voice Contributor

The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Rocky) is whimsical in the best possible way: over the top, wildly extravagant, and drenched in high camp from start to finish.

With the recent controversy surrounding Neil Gaiman – who has been accused of multiple accounts of sexual assault – can we separate his art from the accusations?

Bat Out of Hell (Bat) is an ambitious rock musical that blends high-energy performances with iconic songs, though its script and character development struggle to match the intensity of its soundtrack.

Birdsong, adapted from Sebastian Faulks’ seminal 1993 novel, is a deeply affecting exploration of love, loss, and the futility of war.

Filmmaker, director and writer Barnaby Blackburn reflects on his Bafta-qualified short film Pylon, inspired by his childhood memories.

In recent years, Attenborough has become much more than a natural historian; he’s a climate change hero, determined to wake us up to the reality of the environmental crisis.

Perfect Pitch parks John Godber’s 1998 comedy right on the edge of funny territory, but like many caravan holidays, it never escapes the feeling of being stuck.

How Does It Feel? offers an engaging examination of the themes of possession and automation. With a varied line-up of diverse artists spanning live art, dance, and installation; the performances evoke a rich tapestry of thoughts and emotions.

Birmingham once again transformed into a playground of experimental performance as Fierce Festival 2024 took over the city.

Dana Michel's MIKE offers a slow, insightful meditation on the nature of labour, rendered with the strangeness and detachment of performance art. 

Manual is a captivating one-to-one performance that invites participants on a personal journey through the Birmingham library, transforming a public space into a realm of sensory exploration and heightened awareness. 

Batty Bwoy is an affecting celebration of sensuality and an invitation to challenge sexual biases.