Mystery Construction in Centenary Square Fuels Peaky Blinders Film Premiere Rumors
Construction crews have begun erecting what appears to be temporary staging in Birmingham's Centenary Square, sparking widespread speculation among residents about the purpose of the mysterious structure. The work commenced on the morning of Friday, February 27, with workers setting up rigging outside The REP Theatre and Symphony Hall in the city center.
Connection to Birmingham's Infamous Crime Family?
While no official announcements have been made, many observers have immediately drawn connections to the upcoming Peaky Blinders film, "The Immortal Man," which is scheduled to have its world premiere in Birmingham. The film, starring Cillian Murphy reprising his role as Tommy Shelby, is set in 1940s Birmingham and continues the story of the notorious Shelby crime family.
The official movie synopsis reads: "Birmingham, 1940. Amidst the chaos of WWII, Tommy Shelby is driven back from a self-imposed exile to face his most destructive reckoning yet. With the future of the family and the country at stake, Tommy must face his own demons, and choose whether to confront his legacy, or burn it to the ground. By order of the Peaky Blinders..."
Centenary Square's Event History
Centenary Square is no stranger to temporary structures and pop-up events. Throughout the year, the public space regularly hosts various activities including:
- The Birmingham Christmas Market stalls each November and December
- Fairground rides and family attractions
- The 'Birmingham Eye' big wheel during winter months
However, events are typically scheduled during school holidays, and there have been no announced plans for family activities or funfairs for the upcoming weekend, making the current construction particularly intriguing.
Film Premiere Details Remain Unclear
While it was announced on January 20 that "Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man" would have its world premiere in Birmingham, specific dates and locations have not been publicly confirmed. The film is scheduled to hit select cinemas on March 6 before its Netflix release on March 20.
The cast includes notable actors such as:
- Cillian Murphy as Tommy Shelby
- Rebecca Ferguson
- Barry Keoghan
- Tim Roth
- Sophie Rundle
Could the staging be part of elaborate preparations for the world premiere event? Or is this construction for an entirely different purpose? The mystery continues as residents and fans eagerly await official announcements.
BirminghamLive will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available about the purpose of the Centenary Square construction and its potential connection to the highly anticipated Peaky Blinders film premiere.
