Aliens invade Birmingham Town Hall for anniversary celebration

Oct 5 2009 by Vicky Farncombe, Birmingham Mail

ALIENS invaded Birmingham to celebrate the 175th anniversary of the landmark town hall.

Actors dressed up as intergalactic visitors were among a host of performers who helped start a series of events to mark the big date.

Also in the city centre yesterday was the children’s character, the Gruffalo.

And he will be re-appearing at the historic venue this Christmas in a musical adaptation of the much-loved book.

175 Today! A Carnival Open Day heralded the start of a series of events including concerts, talks and dances marking the anniversary.

Tickets for all 17 anniversary events are available by calling 0121 780 3333 or online at www.thsh.co.uk