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A popular Birmingham arts destination for more than half a century, mac (Midlands Arts Centre) is situated in Cannon Hill Park and has recently benefitted from a major redevelopment.

The venue boasts two theatres, a cinema, a gallery and other exhibition spaces, performance studios, dance and drama rehearsal spaces, music rooms, a media studio, studios for pottery, textiles, jewellery, sculpture and painting, a community learning area, bar and café.

Admission to the building and its exhibitions is free. But note that performance events for audiences such as films, plays, talks, dance and comedy do have a charge.

Refreshments are available at the Bridges Cafe (9am to 6pm) and Arena Bar (Mon-Fri from 6pm, and Sat-Sun from noon.