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Diane Parkes

Shameless in her pursuit of leading roles

WHEN actress Amanda Ryan was offered the part of Cathy in a new adaptation of Wuthering Heights it was a challenge she could not resist. Not least because she had fond memories of reading the classic Emily Bronte novel. Read

Learn ancient art of animal magic

A NEW series of classes is aiming to introduce children and adults to the world of Five Animals Style Kung Fu. Read

Getting in the swim helped me get fit and raise cash for charity

WHEN Natasha Putnins made her New Year’s Resolution to get fit, she decided she needed a goal – which is why eight months later found herself swimming in the pitch dark and cold of the English Channel. Read

Health students with the X Factor

STUDENTS a Birmingham University are using cutting edge new technology to bring the real world into the classroom. Read

College High School wins anti-bullying award

STAFF and children at College High School in Perry Common are celebrating after winning a Leading Aspect Award for their anti-bullying work. Read

Dance season starts with a Rosie double

BIRMINGHAM dancer and choreographer Rosie Kay is to launch this season’s DanceXchange season with a double bill of new work. Read

Who’s that playing The Mikado?

WHILE current Dr Who David Tennant wows audiences in Stratford-upon-Avon, former Doctor Sylvester McCoy is to come to the stage in Birmingham. Read

Speaking out at Chad Vale Primary to tackle scourge of bullying

PUPILS at Chad Valley Primary School know that speaking out is the best way to stop bullying. Read

Numbers up for bullying at Chad Vale Primary School

YOUNGSTERS at Chad Vale Primary School know their numbers and are well aware the most important ones are 08001111 – the ChildLine telephone number. Read

Workshops helping kids to learn about anti-bullying

CHILDREN in Nechells learned the Speak Out Stop Bullying message just weeks before starting their new senior schools. Read

United in the battle with the bullies

STOPPING the bullies takes the efforts of children, staff and parents, according to Nunnery Wood High School in Worcester. Read

Good vibes

THERE’S a whole lotta shakin’ going on at two Birmingham leisure centres where fitness fans have found a new way to exercise. Read

United in battle with the bullies

STOPPING the bullies takes the efforts of children, staff and parents, according to Nunnery Wood High School in Worcester. Read

We are seeing red this autumn.

Freemans red empire line coat Read

Birmingham Mail launches Speak Out Stop Bullying 2008

THE Birmingham Mail today kicks off its award-winning Speak Out Stop Bullying campaign for 2008. Read

We’ve all had a whale of a time

IT is promising to be a busy autumn for Birmingham Stage Company with two new shows heading to Birmingham. Read

Scroll of honour for tiny graduates

IT’S hats off to the youngsters at Tyseley Tots as they graduate from nursery up to school. Read

They said the tumour was the size of a golf ball - I told them I didn't think my brain was that big!

FATHER-of-two Michael Howard was in his 20s when he was diagnosed with a brain tumour. Ten years later he is still undergoing treatment. Read

Cirque du Soleil bringing Quidam show to Birmingham

INTERNATIONAL circus spectacular Cirque du Soleil is to bring its show Quidam to Birmingham next year. Read

Pru keeps mum on plot of play

PRUNELLA Scales is refusing to give away the secret. About to hit our stage in a monologue of Gertrude’s Secret, she is keeping it close to her chest. Read

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Author Profile

Diane Parkes has worked in journalism for 14 years and has been with the Birmingham Mail for ten. She is Women's Editor covering health, fitness, education, fashion and beauty features. As Dance and Theatre Editor she is also responsible for professional arts coverage across the region.