What’s On

What’s on

Are you looking for something exciting to do in the heart of Wolverhampton? Look no further than Wolverhampton Arts Centre! The small venue facilities are among the best in the Midlands, and we offer a variety of events, shows, exhibitions, courses, and classes that are sure to keep you entertained. Whether you’re looking for a night out, a day of learning, or just a little bit of fun, we has something for everyone.

Upcoming "Live music" events

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Live music

Chris Difford – Not Only…But Also

Wolverhampton Arts Centre are delighted to announce a very special night of music and stories with legendary Squeeze…

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Live music

The Spirit & Sound of Steely Dan – Nearly Dan in concert

Nearly Dan  now in its 28th year on the road press on into 2024 with a full year of tour dates booked and an exciting new line up, showcasing a set list featuring deep cuts along with all the favourite Steely Dan classics. In a two hour-plus show, featuring tracks from the groove of Countdown to Ecstasy to the super cool of celebrated albums The Royal Scam. Aja and Gaucho also featuring Donald Fagen’s classic solo masterpiece “The Nightfly” 

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Live music

Gruff Rhys

Gruff Rhys is a touring songwriter and recording artist based in Cardiff, Wales who has consistently sought a…

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Live music

The Alan Fletcher Band

The Alan Fletcher Band – Back to School Album Tour 2025 Alan Fletcher is a household name in…

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Live music, Live Music at NAC

Blondish – Playing the Music of Blondie

Blondish bring to life the classic songs of one of the greatest late 70s/early 80s New Wave bands with a level of musicianship and attention to detail that makes them the standout Blondie tribute in the UK.

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Folk at Wolverhampton Arts Centre, Live music

Martin Simpson

One of England’s most revered folk performers, widely acknowledged as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar…

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Live & Picking, Live music

Live and Picking

Unmissable energy, great vibes, and the region’s top young bands all in one place, all on one night! Live and Picking is back.

Jazz at Wolverhampton Arts Centre
Jazz at Wolverhampton Arts Centre

Misha Mullov-Abbado Group

Misha Mullov-Abbado – bass James Davison – trumpet Tom Smith – alto saxophone Riley Stone Lonergan – tenor…

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Live music, Slade Weekend

Slade Fans Convention – Slade UK

SO HERE IT IS! The ULTIMATE Slade fans weekend featuring the two best Slade tribute artists in the…

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Live music

Slade Fans Convention – Sladest

SO HERE IT IS! The ULTIMATE Slade fans weekend featuring the two best Slade tribute artists in the…

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Jazz at Wolverhampton Arts Centre, Live music

Kyle Welch – Boomslang – Café Spotlight

Boomslang is a hugely exciting UK based jazz fusion band renowned for its uniquely interactive approach to the…

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Live music

StillMarillion

Prepare for an unforgettable night of neo-prog magic as StillMarillion, the Europe’s premier Marillion tribute band, return to…

Jazz at Wolverhampton Arts Centre
Jazz at Wolverhampton Arts Centre

Tomorrow’s Warriors Presents: Ankora

“A totally thrilling ride.” The Jazz Mann Sisters are doing it for themselves! We’re super-thrilled to be welcoming…

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Folk at Wolverhampton Arts Centre, Live music

Grace Will Lead Me Home

To mark John Newton’s 300th birthday, Angeline Morrison; Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne; Jon Bickley and John Palmer explore his life;…

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Live music

John Smith

Born in Essex, raised by the Devon seaside and making his bones in the bars and clubs of…

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Live music

The Kitchen Collective

The Kitchen Collective (KC) are a 7-piece band from Wolverhampton. Since forming in 2016, they have been writing…

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Live music

The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican – The Winter Woollies Tour 2025

Founded in Barnsley Rock City in 2006 by their outspoken and energetic ringleader, Scott Doonican, The Bar-Steward Sons…

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Jazz at Wolverhampton Arts Centre, Live music

Ollie Canham Group – Café Spotlight

Ollie Canham is a super-smart and wide-ranging jazz guitarist, composer, and arranger based in Birmingham. A recent graduate…

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Live music, Live Music at NAC

Cud

Diverted Sound presents Cud + Mighty Mighty… Cud’s traditional autumn tour brings a ‘Choc Full Of Hits!’ to…

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Live music

The Croupiers LIVE 2025

The Croupiers debut at Newhampton Arts with a night crammed full of Northern, Rare and Classic Soul Music…

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Live music

The Birthday Massacre

The Birthday Massacre Live in the UK 2025 with Lesbian Bed Death.

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Folk at Wolverhampton Arts Centre, Live music

Andy Cutting and Gudrun Walther

Gudrun Walther and Andy Cutting, two exceptional musicians are touring together. In their home countries, both are among…

Jazz at Wolverhampton Arts Centre
Jazz at Wolverhampton Arts Centre

Orphy Robinson

Orphy Robinson: vibes, marimba Xantoné Blacq: keyboards, voice Andy Grappy: tuba, sousaphone Maurizio Ravalico: percussion EXCLUSIVE! We’re super-privileged…

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Jazz at Wolverhampton Arts Centre, Live music

Josh Bailey Trio – Café Spotlight

We’re delighted to welcome Brum wonderkid Josh Bailey to our cosy little venue, accompanied by his exciting group,…

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Live music

Mark Stanway’s KINGDOM of MADNESS

Mark Stanway’s KINGDOM of MADNESS ex-MAGNUM “In the Beginning” tour 2025 TWO SETS – TWO ERAS: “The Jet…

Christmas
Christmas, Christmas, Folk at Wolverhampton Arts Centre, Live music

Winter Wonderband

Winter Wonderband are a chamber folk quartet with Saul Rose on melodeon (Faustus, War Horse, Waterson Carthy) &…

Jazz at Wolverhampton Arts Centre
Jazz at Wolverhampton Arts Centre

Mark Lockheart & John Parricelli

Mark Lockheart- saxes & clarinets John Parricelli- guitars This captivating new duo features ingenious Loose Tubes legends Mark…

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Live music

Andrew Bourn’s ‘A Swingin’ Christmas!’

Andrew Bourn’s ‘ A Swingin’ Christmas!’ is a captivating new festive swing show with a modern twist!

Combining the tones of Sinatra, the charm of Buble, and the charisma of Olly Murs, Andrew Bourn always puts on a show to remember!

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Live music

The Bollywood Bratpack Featuring Chirag Rao

Step into a world where the smooth sophistication of classic jazz meets the vibrant energy of Bollywood! The…

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Live music

Pygmy Twylyte perform the music of Frank Zappa

So prolific was Frank Zappa’s output, that it is nearly impossible to present a representative sample of his…

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Live music

A Night of Motown & Northern Soul with Belle Voix

Belle Voix are a stunning female trio bringing the timeless sounds of Motown & Northern Soul & featuring…

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Live music, Live Music at NAC

Voodoo Room – A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream

A warm welcome to this stunning power trio featuring some of the UK’s finest musicians who present an…

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Live music

Honey Box Live

Honey Box Live is a music event like no other, a full-scale gig filmed in front of a…

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Live music

A Head Full Of Coldplay – A Celebration Of The Music

A Head Full of Coldplay deliver a fantastic show – the anthems, the lasers and led wristbands, make…

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