Midlands Arts Centre - MAC

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A contemporary, independent arts centre and charity nestled in Cannon Hill Park, Birmingham with a dynamic programme of art exhibitions, brilliant shows, independent cinema, creative courses and more. Specialising in contemporary work, MAC offers a busy programme of theatre, independent cinema, exhibitions and special events, as well as a wealth of practical classes in all aspects of creativity. M

idlands Arts Centre is a national leader in developing work with children, families and young people of all backgrounds, and works extensively to support emerging and mid-career artists.

🎬 Calling all young filmmakers!Applications are now open for Film & Screen Saturday Club 2026/27 at MAC — and it’s compl...
04/09/2026

🎬 Calling all young filmmakers!

Applications are now open for Film & Screen Saturday Club 2026/27 at MAC — and it’s completely FREE! 🎥✨

If you’re aged 13–16 and interested in filmmaking, storytelling, photography, digital media or the world of film and screen, this is your chance to get creative, learn new skills and make films alongside other young people.

🌟 Get hands-on filmmaking experience
🎬 Create your own short films
🤝 Collaborate on a group film
💡 Build confidence and creative skills
🎥 Explore careers in the screen industries
🏆 Take part in National Saturday Club events and masterclasses

This year, the club will explore myths, heroes and legends, using The Hero’s Journey as inspiration for original filmmaking projects.

The programme starts Saturday 26 September with a special family welcome morning at MAC.

📍 Midlands Arts Centre, Birmingham
📅 Saturdays, 2026/27
💸 FREE to take part

Applications are open now: https://saturday-club.org/club/midlands-arts-centre/

MAC would like to thank players of the Postcode Lottery for their invaluable support, which allows us to deliver programming for young people.

join us on Sun 4 October for a celebration of independent makers from Brum, the West Midlands and beyond - all under one...
03/09/2026

join us on Sun 4 October for a celebration of independent makers from Brum, the West Midlands and beyond - all under one roof in our bustling foyer.

Browse a vibrant mix of stalls featuring:
💍 Jewellery
🏺 Ceramics
🖼️ Prints & paintings
🧵 Textiles
🌈 Glass & handmade crafts
…and so much more!

Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift or planning a little day, there’s something special waiting to be discovered. Grab a coffee from KILN, meet the makers in person, and enjoy a stroll around Cannon Hill Park while you’re here.

📍 MAC Birmingham
🕙 Sun 4 October, 10am – 5pm
🎟️ FREE entry

Support local creatives, discover new talent, and shop one-of-a-kind items.

Who’s joining us? Tag your fellow arts market enthusiasts below 👇

📷Minnisara Origami, Elaine Farmer Mosaics, Edwina Lower Fibre Art, Clay Safari

✨ Discover the world’s best new films at the 70th BFI London Film Festival. Everyone is invited! ✨🍿 This year’s festival...
02/09/2026

✨ Discover the world’s best new films at the 70th BFI London Film Festival. Everyone is invited! ✨

🍿 This year’s festival will take place from Wed 7 to Sun 18 October. We can’t wait to share with you some of the most exciting new films around, all being shown in the UK for the first time. This year's titles include Jesse Eisenberg's The Debut, Danny Boyle's explosive cinematic rollercoaster Ink and animated mystery Ray Gunn.

🎟️ Booking opens from 10am on Thu 17 Sep. Fancy being first in line for tickets? Join our Supporters’ Circle to get Priority Booking from 10am on Thu 10 Sep! In addition to perks like Priority Booking, your membership will support MAC’s free and accessible creative events for everyone in our community. Visit the link in our bio to learn more.

Wed 7 to Sun 18 Oct | See website for full line-up

🚲 Experience Birmingham in motion at Cycle the Score, a unique musical journey on two wheels 🚲 🎵 Starting and finishing ...
01/09/2026

🚲 Experience Birmingham in motion at Cycle the Score, a unique musical journey on two wheels 🚲

🎵 Starting and finishing at MAC, this guided bicycle concert invites you to travel together through the city, stopping at a series of green spaces for live performances of contemporary music. You will visit locations across Birmingham, where short, pop-up concerts unfold in the open air by musicians from BCMG.

💚 Part of our Big Green Weekender, this family-friendly event celebrates creativity, sustainable travel and Birmingham’s green spaces. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or a casual rider, this is a chance to experience music in a completely different way.

Bring your bike. Bring your curiosity. And be part of the performance.

Presented by Birmingham Contemporary Music Group and Midlands Arts Centre

Sun 20 Sep | 3pm | Ages 14+ | £20

🪑 Chair Spotlight: Spike ChairThe Spike Chair was created as the maker’s final piece for their degree at Brighton, which...
30/08/2026

🪑 Chair Spotlight: Spike Chair

The Spike Chair was created as the maker’s final piece for their degree at Brighton, which they studied for and completed during the Covid pandemic. This experience had a significant impact on the project. The chair represents stepping outside your comfort zone: while it may initially look spiky or uncomfortable, those who try it are pleasantly surprised by how comfortable it actually is.

Made from chestnut wood and upholstered in black pleather, the chair was created with the help of the maker's late grandfather, an upholsterer, making this striking piece even more personal.

Unique and impossible to ignore, the Spike Chair is part of The Final Bid by Michael Pinsky.

Visit the exhibition to discover the remarkable stories behind the chairs, and even place your own bid. Every bid raises a chair higher into the gallery, creating a constantly changing sculpture while giving each piece the chance to begin a new chapter.

🪑 The Final Bid
📅 Open daily Sat 25 July – Sun 4 October, 11am – 5pm
🎟️ Free admission, donations welcome

The Final Bid was commissioned by the Draiflessen Collection, Germany. It is the first time this installation will be shown in the UK.

Kindly supported by players of the Postcode Lottery and Arts Council England.

📷 Michael Pinsky, Tegen Kimbley

Gut punching choreography and unflinching beats shine a light on the hidden story of HMP Woodhill. Lyrically told in the...
29/08/2026

Gut punching choreography and unflinching beats shine a light on the hidden story of HMP Woodhill.

Lyrically told in their own words, three families investigate what happened to their boys. What they discover is so haunting, it turns their world upside down.

Woodhill is an explosive true story by multi-award-winning LUNG and originally developed with The North Wall.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A dazzling show that does justice to injustice." - Evening Standard

Fri 18 – Sat 19 Sep | 7.30pm | From £12.95

📷 Alex Powell

28/08/2026

Going back to your studies soon? ✏️📚🎨 Shop our huge range of gorgeous stationery, tote bags, art supplies and more - free click and collect, order online or pop into MAC Shop. We’re open 7 days a week 🛍️

🌳 Final weekend to see Clare Hewitt: Everything in the forest is the forestThis is your last chance to step into Clare H...
28/08/2026

🌳 Final weekend to see Clare Hewitt: Everything in the forest is the forest

This is your last chance to step into Clare Hewitt’s remarkable exploration of trees, connection and community.

Working with a circle of twelve ancient oak trees, Hewitt uses sustainable photography techniques to capture the changing life of the forest, revealing the ways trees communicate, nurture and adapt.

The exhibition invites us to look more closely at the relationships found in nature — and consider what they might teach us about how we live and care for one another.

📅 Final weekend: closes Mon 31 Aug
📍 Arena Gallery, Midlands Arts Centre
🎟️ Free entry, donations welcome

Don’t miss the chance to experience Everything in the forest is the forest before it closes.

An Impressions Gallery touring exhibition , presented as part of Bradford 2025, UK City of Culture. Kindly supported by Arts Council England and players of the Postcode Lottery.

📷 Ayesha Jones, Clare Hewitt

When a 19-year-old Anthony Bourdain travels to Provincetown he stumbles into the chaoticworld of a restaurant kitchen, s...
27/08/2026

When a 19-year-old Anthony Bourdain travels to Provincetown he stumbles into the chaotic
world of a restaurant kitchen, setting off a summer that will shape the course of his life.

Featuring an extraordinary lead performance from Dominic Sessa and fantastic supporting performances from Emilia Jones, Leo Woodall and a never-better Antonio Banderas.

A funny, warm, and endlessly charming treat!

Tony | Fri 11 – Thu 17 Sep | 15

✨ Make some space for creativity this autumn…Our 12-week creative courses are back this September! Whether you’re pickin...
26/08/2026

✨ Make some space for creativity this autumn…

Our 12-week creative courses are back this September! Whether you’re picking up a paintbrush for the first time, getting stuck into clay or finally giving that creative idea a go, there’s a course waiting for you at MAC.

And it’s not just about what you make. It’s about trying something new, getting lost in the process, meeting like-minded people and having a reason to make time for yourself. 💛

From ceramics and textiles to painting, jewellery, printmaking, creative writing and more, our courses are a chance to learn, experiment and make something that’s uniquely yours.

🎨 12 weeks of creativity
✨ New skills to discover
💭 Plenty of room to experiment
🤝 A lovely creative community

Ready to make something of your autumn?

Browse our 12-week courses and find your creative thing: https://macbirmingham.co.uk/courses-and-workshops

Address

MAC, Cannon Hill Park
Birmingham
B129QH

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9:45pm
Tuesday 9am - 9:45pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 9pm
Sunday 9am - 9pm

Telephone

+441214463232

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