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4.4 (31 reviews)
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Laura C.

I have a soft spot for the Symphony Hall. I have been coming here since I was a child and my uncle and aunt would take me to see classical concerts and since then I have been visited it a lot over the years. I think the hall itself is beautiful, I am as in awe now as I was as a kid. The sound is amazing (mostly because of how it has been built and designed) and offers so many amazing concerts from classical, pop, folk etc. My only complaint is that you cannot take drinks into the hall. There is a bar where you can buy a drink up until showtime and yet they don't inform you that you cannot take it into the auditorium.

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Caroline C.

Really great venue situated just off Broad street and Brindley place, so it's easy to find food and drink before and after the show:) I have seen many different shows here and found the acoustics and view from each seat to be really good. There are plenty of stairs and doors too so access to and from your seat is easy and comfortable, without disturbing too many people or getting lost! On this occasion our seats were on the balcony and we were pleasantly surprised to find an upstairs bar with no queue (although for drinks on tap you need to go downstairs); champagne, beers, ciders and wine. I didn't spot any food or snacks, but as said you don't have to go more than a few metres to find some:) No queues for the toilets either! All very civilised!

View from orchestra pit
Vicky O.

As Symphony Hall is an event location, it kinda depends on "what's on" as to whether you're going to have a fun night out or kill a couple of hours having a look around. Inside the mahoosive hall there are a selection of places to eat and drink, as well as a gallery and a shop to have a mooch around. The events held here are really varied. I've been to comedy, classical music and contemporary music spaces (as well as some business fairs and functions). As you can imagine, the acoustics inside the venue are amazing! Each of the hall areas have been specially designed to give you the best audio experience wherever you are sitting. For event tickets, there are tier systems with the pricing. At the last event I was at, the tickets varied from £12.50 right up to £47.50 (for front row centre). I sat behind the orchestra pit for my £12.50 and still had a cracking view of the performance. The drinks (as you can imagine) aren't the cheapest! I believe we paid around £3.50ish for a pint - but you expect some markup for basic beers at event locations. Keep an eye out on the website for details of whats coming up! You never know, you might find something you will really enjoy!

Marvin S.

Fantastic venue to see a concert. Nothing to dislike about the place. Great seating and acoustics. All the staff seem very friendly.

Inside the ICC and Symphony Hall
Ad T.

Myself and my family love visiting the Symphony Hall, and believe it's Birmingham's little treasure. Located in the heart of the ICC, and within easy walking distance to Broad Street and Brindley Place. They have great entertainment, family, religious & ballet shows, music variety & orchestra, comedy, celebs, pride balls, cultural and art extravagances. This place is open to everyone whatever cultural background or interests you may have. A well recommended visit to anyone who visits Birmingham. The place is wonderfully decorated inside, with ample seating and boxes. Outside the venue, you have cafes, shops, a great square, canals and being on broad street, great nightlife. (it even has a 'stay smart' service for polishing your shoes to look their very best situated in the outside mall). A great venue in the heart of the city. You'll not be disappointed! Book now.

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Sean K.

A prominent part of Chamberlain Square in Birmingham, The Birmingham Symphony Hall is a great visit for people of all ages. Situated in a great location with in walking distance from Broad Street and Brindley Place, the grande building attracts a lot of attention from locals and tourists alike. Often housing large scale productions including ballet, opera and orchestra shows to name a few, the Symphony Hall tries to cater for people of all dispositions. The Hall also includes productions of a more informal accord, such as comedians, celebrities and art exhibitions. Overall, the Symphony Hall can seat 2,262, providing top quality service throughout the ICC Building in which the hall is located. You are able to check ahead of schedule on the Symphony Hall website, if you're interested in scheduling a visit and booking some tickets. In my opinion, a trip here is well worth it, even just to experience the grande surroundings on offer.

Mo A.

I remember coming here school trip with my teacher when I did music GCSE. Was a lot of fin learning about what goes behind the scenes and setting up stage for the orchestra. Got to watch/listen few orchestras perform and loved it. Was hooked since then. I fell inlove with the type of music. My phone is filled with soundtracks ( movies and tv shows mainly) Don't need someone singing. Back to the topic... I had my graduation here and loved every second of it. This place holds very special place in my heart. Everytime walking by I think of my graduation seeing everyone you've known for years and saying goodbye to some. Hall is big and looks beautiful. Interior design is fantastic and there is an organ (piano) that reminds me of the scene in Pirates of the Caribbean 2 with Davy Jones :D. Confortable seats and great views all round.

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The Patrick Centre

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Historical Quarter - Gay Village, Southside

As it's own space. I wanted to add the The Patrick Centre for the performing arts to yelp. Accessed…read morethrough the upper floor in Birmingham Hippodrome's main foyer, this is a 200-seater auditorium more intimate experience than the huge show space of the Hippodromes main theatre. Jord M and I won tickets to see Beautiful Thing at The Patrick Centre thanks to Vicky O (Our Birmingham Community Manager and thanks to the team at Birmingham Hippodrome for the Tickets!) We were here on press night! Which meant a free programme and drinks in the VIP Lloyd room before the show and during the interval. Within five minutes of our arrival, I saw actress Charlie Brooks by the stage door, and resisted having a photograph rather than crashing her conversation. My night was already made!! If you don't know Beautiful Thing, is a 1993 play by Jonathan Harvey, about two teenage boys finding love on a south London council estate. Although current for the time it was made, it is really now a play set in the 1990s with lots of nods to the culture of the day. 1990s copies of The Guardian, Hello! magazine, reading the problem page in gay magazines and finding gay venues in classified directory all add to the authenticity of the time. Charlie Brooks who plays Janine Butcher in EastEnders is BRILLIANT as Sandra, a single, hard-working mother with a string of ex boyfriends. She is funny, warm and much more loveable than the hard faced character she plays in the soap. I was really excited to see her in this role made famous in the film by Linda Henry who is Shirley Carter in EastEnders. Her son Jamie is played by the great Sam Jackson from Skins, and he really is believable as Sandra's child who is starting to want to explore his own sexuality. Acting-wise there is lots of crossover with BBC EastEnders. Their neighbour's son Ste is played by excellent Thomas Law who played Peter Beale version 4 in EastEnders. His awkward sexual awakening, and the homophobic violence from his family, remind you that this was first performed a year after being homosexual was declassified as a mental illness in the UK (in 1992.) Sandra's hippyish boyfriend, Tony, is played smoothly by Gerard McCarthy who played Kris Fisher in Hollyoaks. Tony is "right on" about too understanding about everything and you feel like he is a bit of a yes man. And finally the cast is rounded out by the talented Vanessa Babirye, as the other neighbour Leah. Leah's obsession with the music of Mama Cass provides the even more retro soundtrack to the play. While this is really Jamie and Ste's love story for me the performance of Charlie Brooks stole the show. If you get chance to see it around the country then GO SEE IT!

DanceXchange

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Historical Quarter - Chinese Quarter, Southside

Been to The Patrick Centre before to watch my daughter do a Street Dance performance when she…read moredanced at Dance Xchange. That must of been about 6- 7 years ago now. So it really was a delight to have the opportunity to go back this week. I was lucky enough to win a ticket to see Mark Bruce's #Dracula on Thursday 16th October 14. Planned on taking a few pictures but the ususal rules applied re flash photography. Tucked inside the grandure of Birmingham Hippodrome shairing the same welcoming reception area and bar space the excitement before the show builds. When its time to take your seats you walk into a theatre that is inviting in the sense that actually do feel part of the performance because of the size of the studio. I decided to sit on the front row. Less than 5 minutes into the performance I began hiding my face in my scarf as Dracula emerged on stage looking hauntingly devilish under the darkness and very dim lighting. (I had to self talk myself into - this is a show Shaz, its not real hahaa) oh the power of the mind! I was gripped! The music, the choreography, the make up, the story line, the acting and the singing was wonderful. The scenes where the vampires feasted on the necks of their victim was really done well as 'fake' blood dripped from their mouths and chests and splashed all over the stage (front row bonus). The dancers/actors were all at arms length, I really felt part of the story. As mentioned above the studio is a lovely size, the access to the facilities of Birmingham Hippodrome and the link through to Dance Exchange makes this a unique establishment sited in the midst of the bustlin Hurst Street.

So I must admit that I haven't yet watched a performance at Dance Xchange - which I will rectify -…read morebut I attend a ballet class there every week and I love it! I did ballet for about 13 years, so, after 6 year break, I attend the improvers class. At £6 for 1 hr 15, which often runs over, it is very good value for money. The teacher Andrea is just amazing. She points out such simple little changes in my dancing that make a world of difference, and I have never done better pirouettes! There are also teenage, beginners and advanced classes, so anyone can give it a go. Above all, the atmosphere is friendly and relaxed, so it is the perfect un-intimidating place to try something new!

Gas Hall

Gas Hall

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I have seen many different exhibitions here, but this weekend was Marvellous Machines by Russell…read moreEmmett. Worth popping down if you can! The building is easily accessible, staff are friendly and helpful and the size of the room means that you can spend maybe an hour here, but don't get too overwhelmed by the information as some exhibitions can make you feel. Prices obviously vary, but this one was £5 well spent:)

The Gas Hall is the where Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery houses its major temporary exhibitions…read more It is a large, bright and grand space that is a work of art in its own right. That said, it makes a good blank canvas for many of the exhibitions that come and go. I was amazed to visit a couple of times last year and see the transformation from the gloomy Home of Metal exhibition space to the sparkling magnificence of Lost in Lace. The Gas Hall exhibitions normally involve paying an admission fee. The admissions desk staff are really helpful and will answer any questions you may have before handing over the cash. I have always found the exhibition attendants to be incredibly helpful and genuinely thrilled to answer questions - I review exhibitions there quite often and tend to ask LOTS of questions! They have always been patient and enthusiastic. There are lockers for bags and coats opposite the ticket desk and some well maintained toilets. Check online before visiting to find out what is on and how much it will cost.

The Old Rep Theatre - Performance of RENT at The Old Rep on 26th July

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City Core

It may have had something to do with the choice of play or the fact that I visited the Old Rep…read moreduring an unseasonal heat wave, but I find it hard to get too excited about the place. Yes, I like the fact that it is a bastion of high culture in a pretty seedy part of town. It just lacks a bit of sparkle. The 383 seat theatre is home to Birmingham Stage Company and stages an eclectic mix of dramatic productions. It also played home to the Birmingham Repertory theatre company during The Rep's recent refurbishments.

Ventured down here with Simon H thanks to tickets from Dave M for Edinburgh Fringe previews…read more Walking down the street you wouldn't realise that a theatre was here. Considering the works going on for the new shopping centre it doesn't look as good as it should but once that's done all should be fine! The staff were pleasant and friendly and the foyer was nice and open. On entering we quickly received our tickets and were directed upstairs to the theatre. Our seats where right at the front so we had a great view of the stage. The seats aren't the most comfortable in the world and there could be more leg room but you're only there for a few hours so it's not too bad. At the half time break we went and had some refreshments in the back bar. It was well-stocked and there's a good choice of ice-cream. I like the venue, it's old school decor brings a bit of history to the place but the seats could do with an update!

Jongleurs Comedy Club

Jongleurs Comedy Club

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Westside, Historical Quarter - Convention Quarter

Thankfully, Birmingham is home to great comedic talent and one of the first places they get to…read moreshowcase this is at Jongleurs. The comedy club is located at Bliss bar on Broad Street, but there is a designated entrance. They have regular comedy nights on Fridays and Saturdays where up and coming stand-up acts perform, as well as known comedians. Their website has details of the line-up for each night. The comedy show starts at 9pm but you can get there earlier to dine at the bar. I'd recommend the falafel burger, which is divine! Their prices are average for the area, with cocktail pitchers at around £15. Once the comedy show is finished you could head up to Bliss if you fancy making a late night of it. You avoid the queues because you're already inside! Jongleurs is a great place to dine, laugh out loud and then dance the night away.

Risa is extremely popular for its student nights, and students from the different universitys in…read moreBirmingham gather here for cheap drinks and a variety of music. Risa is a big club on Broad Street, with five different rooms, each playing a different selection of music, and six different bars. Having said this, it still takes a lot of time and effort to get the attention of one of the bar staff. When it isn't a student night, the crowd is mostly 20 something locals and can sometimes get a bit rowdy. They are quite strict on the dress code there, especially with male shoes, so make sure you're wearing a proper pair and make sure that you bring your ID, no matter how old you look. Overall, a good night out, nothing amazing but still good fun.

Symphony Hall - musicvenues - Updated May 2026

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