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7:00 PM - "The Country Doctor" by Noctium Theatre

7:00 PM - "One Year Off" by FRED Theatre

7:00 PM - "Medieval To Modern" by Collis & Ward

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12:00 PM - "Intro To Devising Workshop" by Tracey Street

2:00 PM - "One Year Off" by FRED Theatre

3:00 PM - "Our Roots Children" by Our Roots

more...

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2:00 PM - "Unfold Reworks" by Unfold Dance Theatre

7:00 PM - "Heritage" by Young Rogues

8:00 PM - "Kofi/Barnes Aggregation" by Birmingham Jazz

more...

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7:00 PM - Simply Soweto Encha

7:00 PM - "A Walk On The Wild Side" by On The Floor

7:00 PM - "The Speech" by Damn Cheek

more...

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7:00 PM - Simply Soweto Encha

7:00 PM - "A Walk On The Wild Side" by On The Floor

7:00 PM - "The Door" by Damn Cheek

more...

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7:00 PM - Simply Soweto Encha

7:00 PM - "The Speech" by Damn Cheek

7:00 PM - "Normads" by Far From The Norm

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7:00 PM - "The Door" by Damn Cheek

7:00 PM - "Waiting For Garbo" by The Company Of Legendary Children

7:00 PM - "The Hideout" by Haste Theatre

more...

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7:00 PM - "Pop-Up Penny Pinchers" by Flick & Julie

7:00 PM - "The Star Door/Music To Break Up To" by Jigsaw Collective

9:00 PM - "The Hideout" by Haste Theatre

more...

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12:00 PM - "Intro To Acting Workshop" by Tracey Street

3:00 PM - "Intro To Directing Workshop" by Tracey Street

7:00 PM - "Beowulf" by Atomic Force

more...

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2:00 PM - "Hats Off To Laurel & Hardy" by Lucky Dog

7:00 PM - "Mr Merrick, The Elephant Man" by Lucky Dog

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7:00 PM - "The Morning After" by Taking Chances

28

7:00 PM - "The Morning After" by Taking Chances

7:00 PM - "The Enduring Romance Of Cathy & Heathcliff" by Rebecca Newman

29

7:00 PM - "The Morning After" by Taking Chances

7:00 PM - "Lear Alone" by Theatre Of The Quarter

30

7:00 PM - "The Engagement" by Fortitude

31

7:00 PM - "Lear Alone" by Theatre Of The Quarter

9:00 PM - "Grimm Up North" by Rachel Green Drama Queen

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12:00 PM - "Auditioning For Drama Schools Workshop" by Tracey Street

5:00 PM - "A Plougman's Tale" by Robert-John Edwards & Fraser Graham

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7:00 PM - "Shorts 3" by Blue Orange Writers
"The Country Doctor" by Noctium Theatre

17/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

@ A.E. Harris

Drama

Physical

Fleeing from the shame of his failure at medical school in Moscow, a young man escapes to the cold isolation of the Russian countryside. Here, he happens upon a lonely doctor's surgery, where a peculiar cohort of nurses and surgeons take him in to be their new head doctor.

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"One Year Off" by FRED Theatre

17/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Comedy

Drama

In this surreal comic dystopia, a ban has been imposed on the ‘beautiful game’ in all its forms for 12 months. Told through the eyes of four people defined by football, this is a play about grief, desperation and delusion, and how we confront challenges to our identity.

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"Medieval To Modern" by Collis & Ward

17/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Blue Orange Theatre

Music

An exploration of music performed on various types of harps and recorders, showcasing the adaptability and versatility of these instruments. It includes music from the 13th century through to the 20th Century. Performed by Andrew Collis and Robin Ward.

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"Intro To Devising Workshop" by Tracey Street

18/07/2015

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Workshop

A special taster workshop for Birmingham Fest. Exploring skills in devising can really help unlock your creativity and imagination as an actor and also help to develop relaxation & confidence as a performer. Learn these easy devising and impro techniques and have more fun than is good for you!

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"One Year Off" by FRED Theatre

18/07/2015

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Comedy

Drama

In this surreal comic dystopia, a ban has been imposed on the ‘beautiful game’ in all its forms for 12 months. Told through the eyes of four people defined by football, this is a play about grief, desperation and delusion, and how we confront challenges to our identity.

More Info
"Our Roots Children" by Our Roots

18/07/2015

3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

The Blue Orange Theatre

Children

Dance

Music

A story of child growth weaved in the values and aspirations that make Our Roots unique. This story is told through music, dance, and instrument playing. The style and dance is the energetic African rhythm and vigour. A fun show for all the family.

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"Unfold Reworks" by Unfold Dance Theatre

19/07/2015

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

The Crescent Theatre

Dance

A collection of reworked Professional Dance works from well known and traditional contemporary dance pieces to more modern dance works. Unfold showcases all of its Dance groups from ages 4 years to 30+ years, in this very special and challenging show.

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"Heritage" by Young Rogues

19/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Crescent Theatre

Children

Comedy

Drama

It's May Day, and a group of misfit children are specially chosen to close the day's festivities; but as they gather together in uniform to rehearse the village anthem, all is not well. A blistering black comedy with music that explores the darker side of nationalism.

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"Kofi/Barnes Aggregation" by Birmingham Jazz

19/07/2015

8:00 pm - 10:30 pm

The Blue Orange Theatre

Music

We welcome the finale of the JQ15 Jazz Festival. This band of stellar UK Jazz Legends presents two hour-long sets of songs from the classic jazz stars from the history of Jazz. These include Miles Davis – the theme for the whole Festival. A must for jazz fans.

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Simply Soweto Encha

20/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Music

Last year's winners of our Show of the Festival award are back from South Africa with a brand new show. Unstoppable rhythm, exceptional singing, and infectious dance - the energy is non-stop. A unique blend of old and new school a cappella arrangements. Not to be missed!

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"A Walk On The Wild Side" by On The Floor

20/07/2015

7:00 pm - 7:45 pm

The Crescent Theatre

Drama

Physical

Experience the embodiment of animal behaviours into human characters in this unique and unusual production where the performer visually imitates the characteristics of various creatures. The following transformations give rise to interestingly associated monologues.

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"The Speech" by Damn Cheek

20/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Blue Orange Theatre

Drama

The UK has fallen apart. Scotland and Wales are independent. Northern England may be next. Can the Prime Minister reassure the public, find a way through, and salvage some pride? A humorous and thought-provoking exploration of honesty, spin, failure and redemption.

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Simply Soweto Encha

21/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Music

Last year's winners of our Show of the Festival award are back from South Africa with a brand new show. Unstoppable rhythm, exceptional singing, and infectious dance - the energy is non-stop. A unique blend of old and new school a cappella arrangements. Not to be missed!

More Info
"A Walk On The Wild Side" by On The Floor

21/07/2015

7:00 pm - 7:45 pm

The Crescent Theatre

Drama

Physical

Experience the embodiment of animal behaviours into human characters in this unique and unusual production where the performer visually imitates the characteristics of various creatures. The following transformations give rise to interestingly associated monologues.

More Info
"The Door" by Damn Cheek

21/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Blue Orange Theatre

Drama

Two men wait in a room with only each other and a banging door for company. They exchange talk, argue and joke about politics, religion, trivia and consequences. The banging of the door provides punctuation as we begin to realise that they are not strangers; they have history.

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Simply Soweto Encha

22/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Music

Last year's winners of our Show of the Festival award are back from South Africa with a brand new show. Unstoppable rhythm, exceptional singing, and infectious dance - the energy is non-stop. A unique blend of old and new school a cappella arrangements. Not to be missed!

More Info
"The Speech" by Damn Cheek

22/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Blue Orange Theatre

Drama

The UK has fallen apart. Scotland and Wales are independent. Northern England may be next. Can the Prime Minister reassure the public, find a way through, and salvage some pride? A humorous and thought-provoking exploration of honesty, spin, failure and redemption.

More Info
"Normads" by Far From The Norm

22/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

The Crescent Theatre

Dance

A captivating evening that will transport you to the future of hip hop dance theatre. Through an eclectic selection of various pieces you may find yourself abandoned in an old East London back street or next in a Hunger Games style fight for survival.

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"The Door" by Damn Cheek

23/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Blue Orange Theatre

Drama

Two men wait in a room with only each other and a banging door for company. They exchange talk, argue and joke about politics, religion, trivia and consequences. The banging of the door provides punctuation as we begin to realise that they are not strangers; they have history.

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"Waiting For Garbo" by The Company Of Legendary Children

23/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Crescent Theatre

Drama

"We're all waiting for something...". New York City, 1990. Three teenagers sit in wait for a glimpse of the reclusive movie star Greta Garbo.

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"The Hideout" by Haste Theatre

23/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Comedy

Dance

Drama

Music

The 1920s meets Theseus and the Minotaur. With a heady mixture of clown, live jazz and dance, 'The Hideout' is an award-winning collision of Greek mythology and the Kit Kat club. Fantastical, inventive, and funny. A must-see.

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"Pop-Up Penny Pinchers" by Flick & Julie

24/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Comedy

Do you like saving money? Do you like laughing? Then come and join Flick and Julie in their pop up, one stop, money saving advice shop for an evening of comedy sketches and songs. They'll be giving a myriad of tips, and singing their way to saving you a packet!

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"The Star Door/Music To Break Up To" by Jigsaw Collective

24/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Crescent Theatre

Dance

Physical

A dance theatre double bill. The Star Door is a child's perspective of a death in the family and how they choose to deal with the trauma of the event. Music To Break Up To follows the trials of a twenty something year old man going through the woes of a break up.

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"The Hideout" by Haste Theatre

24/07/2015

9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Comedy

Dance

Drama

Music

The 1920s meets Theseus and the Minotaur. With a heady mixture of clown, live jazz and dance, 'The Hideout' is an award-winning collision of Greek mythology and the Kit Kat club. Fantastical, inventive, and funny. A must-see.

More Info
"Intro To Acting Workshop" by Tracey Street

25/07/2015

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Workshop

A special taster workshop for Birmingham Fest. Always wondered what being an actor must be like? What do they do? Come and find out on this very popular workshop for beginners. This relaxed and comfortable session caters for complete beginners (age 16 to 106!) and the terrified!

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"Intro To Directing Workshop" by Tracey Street

25/07/2015

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Workshop

A special taster workshop for Birmingham Fest. So you want to be a director? Examine key issues a director needs to consider when creating a piece of live performance. Investigate the directors role in the creative process. Basically, explore & have a go at directing!

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"Beowulf" by Atomic Force

25/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Drama

Poetry

Puppetry

A contemporary version of the epic tale, combining table-top and shadow puppetry, live music and poetry, bringing the story to life with a memorable cast of puppet characters, each with their own unique voice and style.

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"Hats Off To Laurel & Hardy" by Lucky Dog

26/07/2015

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

@ A.E. Harris

Comedy

Drama

Frequently lauded as the most accurate, moving and entertaining show ever written about Stan and Ollie, ‘Hats Off To Laurel & Hardy’ has played to packed houses and standing ovations nationwide for two years. A must-see for fans of the comedy legends.

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"Mr Merrick, The Elephant Man" by Lucky Dog

26/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

@ A.E. Harris

Drama

The tale of Joseph Merrick has been told many times, but this new piece written by Philip Hutchinson delivers the most accurate account ever presented. No myths involved – the true story of The Elephant Man is quite moving enough.

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"The Morning After" by Taking Chances

27/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Blue Orange Theatre

Comedy

Drama

Sam wakes up following a heavy night out. He’d fallen out with his girlfriend and needed to drown his sorrows. However, the next morning he has no recollection of the previous night, and also he may not have spent it alone. A new comedy.

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"The Morning After" by Taking Chances

28/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Blue Orange Theatre

Comedy

Drama

Sam wakes up following a heavy night out. He’d fallen out with his girlfriend and needed to drown his sorrows. However, the next morning he has no recollection of the previous night, and also he may not have spent it alone. A new comedy.

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"The Enduring Romance Of Cathy & Heathcliff" by Rebecca Newman

28/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Drama

'The Enduring Romance of Cathy and Heathcliff' is a touching, romantic comedy that follows the lives of Cathy and John, as John tries to prove to Cathy that he can be her ideal man, he can be her Heathcliff. Featuring some of the best music from the 50's and 60's.

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"The Morning After" by Taking Chances

29/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Blue Orange Theatre

Comedy

Drama

Sam wakes up following a heavy night out. He’d fallen out with his girlfriend and needed to drown his sorrows. However, the next morning he has no recollection of the previous night, and also he may not have spent it alone. A new comedy.

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"Lear Alone" by Theatre Of The Quarter

29/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Drama

Was Shakespeare right to kill off King Lear at the end of his play? This fascinating play takes us along Lear’s journey following the news of Cordelia’s death, allowing us to re-examine the original play’s themes and insights, from a completely different angle.

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"The Engagement" by Fortitude

30/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Blue Orange Theatre

Comedy

Drama

A lust triangle of suspense, intrigue and saucy wordplay ensues in this costume drama pastiche menagerie, inspired by Shakespeare's comedies, Restoration innuendo and hint of Austen and Penny Dreadful. The characters are ridiculous and the plot is riddled with wit.

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"Lear Alone" by Theatre Of The Quarter

31/07/2015

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Drama

Was Shakespeare right to kill off King Lear at the end of his play? This fascinating play takes us along Lear’s journey following the news of Cordelia’s death, allowing us to re-examine the original play’s themes and insights, from a completely different angle.

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"Grimm Up North" by Rachel Green Drama Queen

31/07/2015

9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Comedy

Once upon a time, in a land far away (Yorkshire), there lived a prince among men named Tommy. All was right in his kingdom, until one day he encountered bold and brassy Brenda, maker of exotic candles. An original comedy sketch show, featuring songs, audience participation - and a spot of bingo!

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"Auditioning For Drama Schools Workshop" by Tracey Street

01/08/2015

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

The Old Joint Stock Theatre

Workshop

A special taster workshop for Birmingham Fest. Thinking of auditioning for drama schools? Find out the do’s & dont’s, what they look for (and hate!) and other helpful tips. You will be given guidance & advice to help you explore and develop your audition speeches.

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"A Plougman's Tale" by Robert-John Edwards & Fraser Graham

01/08/2015

5:00 pm - 5:45 pm

The Blue Orange Theatre

Music

Robert-John Edwards (Bass-Baritone) and Fraser Graham (Piano) present a recital of songs, all by composers or with words by poets, contemporary to the Great War of 1914-18. They tell the tale of a ploughboy, born in the late 1880s/early 1890s.

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"Shorts 3" by Blue Orange Writers

02/08/2015

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

The Blue Orange Theatre

Comedy

Drama

The Blue Orange writers group present their third selection of rehearsed readings. Having started the same year as Birmingham Fest, come along and see the latest eclectic mix of pieces the resident group has written.

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Events on 17/07/2015

"The Country Doctor" by Noctium Theatre

17 Jul 15

Birmingham

"One Year Off" by FRED Theatre

17 Jul 15

Birmingham

"Medieval To Modern" by Collis & Ward

17 Jul 15

Birmingham

Events on 18/07/2015

"Intro To Devising Workshop" by Tracey Street

18 Jul 15

Birmingham

"One Year Off" by FRED Theatre

18 Jul 15

Birmingham

"Our Roots Children" by Our Roots

18 Jul 15

Birmingham

more...

Events on 19/07/2015

"Unfold Reworks" by Unfold Dance Theatre

19 Jul 15

Birmingham

"Heritage" by Young Rogues

19 Jul 15

Birmingham

"Kofi/Barnes Aggregation" by Birmingham Jazz

19 Jul 15

Birmingham

more...

Events on 20/07/2015

Simply Soweto Encha

20 Jul 15

Birmingham

"A Walk On The Wild Side" by On The Floor

20 Jul 15

Birmingham

"The Speech" by Damn Cheek

20 Jul 15

Birmingham

more...

Events on 21/07/2015

Simply Soweto Encha

21 Jul 15

Birmingham

"A Walk On The Wild Side" by On The Floor

21 Jul 15

Birmingham

"The Door" by Damn Cheek

21 Jul 15

Birmingham

more...

Events on 22/07/2015

Simply Soweto Encha

22 Jul 15

Birmingham

"The Speech" by Damn Cheek

22 Jul 15

Birmingham

"Normads" by Far From The Norm

22 Jul 15

Birmingham

Events on 23/07/2015

"The Door" by Damn Cheek

23 Jul 15

Birmingham

"Waiting For Garbo" by The Company Of Legendary Children

23 Jul 15

Birmingham

"The Hideout" by Haste Theatre

23 Jul 15

Birmingham

more...

Events on 24/07/2015

"Pop-Up Penny Pinchers" by Flick & Julie

24 Jul 15

Birmingham

"The Star Door/Music To Break Up To" by Jigsaw Collective

24 Jul 15

Birmingham

"The Hideout" by Haste Theatre

24 Jul 15

Birmingham

more...

Events on 25/07/2015

"Intro To Acting Workshop" by Tracey Street

25 Jul 15

Birmingham

"Intro To Directing Workshop" by Tracey Street

25 Jul 15

Birmingham

"Beowulf" by Atomic Force

25 Jul 15

Birmingham

more...

Events on 26/07/2015

"Hats Off To Laurel & Hardy" by Lucky Dog

26 Jul 15

Birmingham

"Mr Merrick, The Elephant Man" by Lucky Dog

26 Jul 15

Birmingham

Events on 27/07/2015

"The Morning After" by Taking Chances

27 Jul 15

Birmingham

Events on 28/07/2015

"The Morning After" by Taking Chances

28 Jul 15

Birmingham

"The Enduring Romance Of Cathy & Heathcliff" by Rebecca Newman

28 Jul 15

Birmingham

Events on 29/07/2015

"The Morning After" by Taking Chances

29 Jul 15

Birmingham

"Lear Alone" by Theatre Of The Quarter

29 Jul 15

Birmingham

Events on 30/07/2015

"The Engagement" by Fortitude

30 Jul 15

Birmingham

Events on 31/07/2015

"Lear Alone" by Theatre Of The Quarter

31 Jul 15

Birmingham

"Grimm Up North" by Rachel Green Drama Queen

31 Jul 15

Birmingham

Events on 01/08/2015

"Auditioning For Drama Schools Workshop" by Tracey Street

1 Aug 15

Birmingham

"A Plougman's Tale" by Robert-John Edwards & Fraser Graham

1 Aug 15

Birmingham

Events on 02/08/2015

"Shorts 3" by Blue Orange Writers

2 Aug 15

Birmingham
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