Colin McIlwaine

Colin McIlwaine

adicionou um novo artigo Music
2026-01-30 12:12:25 -

"FIDDLER ON THE ROOF" AT BIRMINGHAM ALEXANDRA
Recently, my wife and I were treated to an early Christmas present from our daughter and had the opportunity to attend the Tuesday matinee of "Fiddler On the Roof." This fascinating musical is sent in the Russia of the early 1900's and chronicles the lives of a poor Jewish milkman and his family and friends, against the backdrop of pogroms against the Jews in the country. Having seen the late...

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Colin McIlwaine

adicionou um novo artigo Theater
2026-01-30 11:46:49 -

"CINDERELLA" AT LICHFIELD GARRICK
The last time that I attended a pantomime was in Belfast in the 1990's with my then small daughter and I was looking forward very much to my return to the panto at the Press Night in the Garrick. Unfortunately, my car broke down on the day, but thankfully, kind friends had a spare ticket for another evening and I was able to enjoy the fun of the occasion. The Garrick's pantomimes have a wide...

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Colin McIlwaine

adicionou um novo artigo Sports
2026-01-23 15:43:00 -

"ARENACROSS 2026" IN BIRMINGHAM PREVIEW.
As a lifelong follower of all forms of motorsport, I always look forward to my first event of the year; the visit of the Arenacross Tour to BP Pulse Arena. On a cold January night, it is great to sit indoors, watching high speed motorcycle racing and displays without getting frozen or soaked (even though, attending with my wife, who is a wheelchair user, we usually end up getting spattered with...

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Colin McIlwaine

adicionou um novo artigo Music
2025-11-23 18:56:37 -

"THE DUBLINERS ENCORE" AT BIRMINGHAM TOWN HALL.
It was at this time last year that I had my first introduction to "The Dubliners Encore." The creation of John Sheahan, the last surviving member of the original Dubliners and his daughter, Ceoladh, along with musical direction from the great songwriter, musician and producer, Phil Coulter and direction by accomplished film and television director, Maurice Sweeney, the show recaptures the...

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Colin McIlwaine

adicionou um novo artigo Music
2025-11-23 17:33:15 -

"A CHRISTMAS CAROL" by A.M.C.S AT NORTON CANES HIGH SCHOOL
Twice a year, it is my pleasure to review productions by Aldridge Musical Comedy Society. It is an organisation which is based close to where I live and members of it are well known to me personally. I am keen to support and encourage local talent and A.M.C.S. always come up with an entertaining and enjoyable show. This November, we were treated to an interesting, pantomime style...

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Colin McIlwaine

adicionou um novo artigo Music
2025-11-23 16:39:23 -

" A FAIRYTALE FOR CHRISTMAS" AT LICHFIELD GARRICK
Something which I always look forward to in November is my annual visit to this excellent show, created a few years ago by my good friend, Ged Graham; a show which combines Irish music and dance with traditional Christmas material in a fresh and exciting way. After a visit to the Wycombe Swan last year, it was back to my regular venue, the Lichfield Garrick, for this year's Saturday...

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Colin McIlwaine

adicionou um novo artigo Crafts
2025-11-07 16:38:06 -

"CAKE INTERNATIONAL"/"CREATIVE CRAFT SHOW"/"SIMPLY CHRISTMAS" AT THE N.E.C.
One of the things that I look forward to at this time of the year, is the annual visit to this exciting event which effectively combines three shows in one. Each year, Halls 17-20 at the N.E.C. are packed with amazing cakes, delightful crafts and all sorts of tempting goodies to be purchased. I will hold up my hands immediately and admit that I am no expert on either baking or crafting and so...

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Colin McIlwaine

adicionou um novo artigo Music
2025-11-07 15:11:54 -

"THE MANFREDS" AT WYCOMBE SWAN
As a small boy in the mid 'sixties, I first heard Manfred Mann classics such as "5,4,3,2,1," "Doo Wah Diddy Diddy" and "Pretty Flamingo." I have always enjoyed these and many other songs from the band's repertoire and also remember as a 'seventies teenager, appreciating the work of Manfred Mann's Earthband. For many years now, The Manfreds have been performing those early hits, with...

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adicionou um novo artigo Music
2025-11-07 14:27:33 -

"THE UPBEAT BEATLES" AT LICHFIELD GARRICK
As I was only 2 years old when The Beatles played in Belfast in 1963, I was unable to see them actually perform live. Over the years, I have managed to watch various well known tribute bands and have enjoyed all their shows. My latest outing, to see The Upbeat Beatles at my regular haunt, the Lichfield Garrick, was another very enjoyable experience and a reminder of the amazing contribution...

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Colin McIlwaine

adicionou um novo artigo Music
2025-09-05 13:44:59 -

"PAIRC SUMMER SERIES 2025"
The highlight of the August Bank Holiday weekend for me is always the opportunity to attend the Pairc and to give a review. Over the years, I have enjoyed the atmosphere and been entertained by some great artists and this year's event was no exception. Day One began with a performance from Jack Banting to get the crowd going and this was followed by the ever popular Father Teds, with...

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Colin McIlwaine

adicionou um novo artigo Music
2025-09-04 10:01:14 -

"VAN MORRISON AT 80"
Northern Ireland's legendary singer/songwriter Sir George Ivan Morrison (affectionately known throughout the world as "Van the Man") recently celebrated his 80th birthday with a series of concerts in his native Belfast. These culminated in 2 nights at the city's famous Waterfront Hall, in which he gave a rendition of a variety of songs both old and new and was accompanied by his daughter, Shana...

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Colin McIlwaine

adicionou um novo artigo Music
2025-08-13 11:05:29 -

"PAIRC SUMMER SERIES" PREVIEW
Every summer, I head to the grounds of the Irish Centre in Kings Heath, Birmingham, to enjoy a weekend of music and culture from all over the island of Ireland. Down through the years, I have witnessed many great acts and the lineup for this year is exceptional as usual. Saturday is headlined by The Sawdoctors (whom I have enjoyed seeing many times ), along with The Undertones (taking me back...

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