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Alison Jones

Alison Jones is a writer and acting features editor for The Birmingham Post.

No hangover as Bradley Cooper's star continues its rise
Retail & Consumer
To date Bradley Cooper鈥檚 most popular role has been in the runaway hit comedy The Hangover, where he and his reprobate friends were intent on destroying a few brain cells through the somewhat reckless combination of pills and alcohol.
The grand designs of William Morris
Retail & Consumer
William Morris revolutionised the way Victorians decorated their homes. Alison Jones looks at the legacy of a man whose designs are back in fashion.
Spa Review: Alton Towers Spa in Staffordshire
Retail & Consumer
There are times when you need to get far from the madding crowd ...
Spa Review: Hoar Cross Hall in Staffordshire
Retail & Consumer
Hmmm, that feels crunchy, observed the therapist, somewhat worryingly, as she kneaded my shoulder muscles.
Eastern promise for Zita Sattar in West Is West
Retail & Consumer
Actress Zita Sattar tells Alison Jones why she was so eager to play a 'Pakistani Nana Mouskouri lookalike'
Roman touch returns to Wroxeter for Channel 4 series
Retail & Consumer
Constructing a first century Roman house with 21st century builders was not easy.
Sifting ancient fact from modern fable
Retail & Consumer
Alison Jones discovers the reality of Ancient Egypt at an exhibition aiming to quash some of the more bizarre Hollywood theories.
Historic treasures at Birmingham Central Library packed up for the big move
Economic Development
Some of Birmingham鈥檚 most treasured possessions are being packed up to be shipped to a new home.
Hilary Swank so inspired by Betty Anne's Conviction
Retail & Consumer
Just how far would you be prepared to go for a loved one?
Where there's a will there's a way - how Aron Ralston inspired 127 Hours
Retail & Consumer
We鈥檒l never tire of witnessing people overcome the odds and survive the most dire circumstances.
If Colin Firth were King
Retail & Consumer
Alison Jones talks to actor Colin Firth about his latest role as the stammering King George VI.
How The Way Back turned into an incredible journey for Keith Clarke
Retail & Consumer
A Birmingham-born screenwriter鈥檚 dream project has finally seen the light of day after a 13-year battle, writes Alison Jones.
More than skin deep for Nelly Shaheen
Retail & Consumer
Alison Jones talks to Nelly Shaheen about refusing to be beaten by a rare skin disease.
Music and the mind of Tim Minchin
Retail & Consumer
Comedian and songwriter Tim Minchin talks to Alison Jones about the logical side of his belated success
Martin Parr shows the real faces of middle England
Retail & Consumer
Photographer Martin Parr鈥檚 candid shots of the public are on show at The Public.
Look back at the life of Brian Griffin
Retail & Consumer
Influential photographer Brian Griffin tells Alison Jones how a career U-turn has shaped his work.
Go with the flow in Venice
Retail & Consumer
Venice may be deluged when the tide comes in, but its fine architecture is worth getting your feet wet for, says Alison Jones.
Made In Birmingham - the city's punk, reggae and bhangra heritage
Retail & Consumer
Alison Jones talks to the team behind a new film chronicling the unique music of Birmingham.
Lichfield Festival director aspiring to new things
Retail & Consumer
Alison Jones talks to the new director of the Lichfield Festival and looks at some highlights.
Ginny Davis on the key to success at the Edinburgh festival
Retail & Consumer
Ginny Davis tells Alison Jones about her new one-woman show and the key to success at the Edinburgh festival.
Popcorn comedy is coming to Birmingham
Retail & Consumer
Alison Jones discovers a new style of comedy coming to Birmingham.
Brit Asia TV Music Awards make debut at Birmingham's Symphony Hall
Economic Development
Asian music takes centre stage at Symphony Hall on May 2 with an inaugural awards to honour the top artists in everything from Bhangra to indi-pop, urban-Asian to Asian fusion.
Satisfaction at last for The Ghost writer Robert Harris
Retail & Consumer
Author Robert Harris explains to Alison Jones why he is finally happy with a film adaptation of one of his novels
Ewan McGregor credits Polanski for performance in The Ghost
Retail & Consumer
Alison Jones speaks to Ewan McGregor about his latest role in The Ghost and the difficulties surrounding its production.