Review: BEETLEJUICE at the BJCC/American Theatre GuildMay 8, 2025Broadway in Birmingham Tuesday night conjured a dark and dazzling production of Beetlejuice at the BJCC Concert Hall. Based on Tim Burton’s beloved film, the musical embraces the bizarre with open arms, bringing a night of dark humor, visual ingenuity, and a few surprisingly heartfelt moments.
Interview: Lexie Dorsett Sharp of BEETLEJUICE at BJCCMay 1, 2025As the wildly popular Beetlejuice National Tour makes its way to Birmingham, BroadwayWorld caught up with local talent Lexie Dorsett Sharp, who plays swing and covers multiple fan-favorite roles. A Mountain Brook native and graduate of the prestigious University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), Lexie shares what it's like to return home with a show that's winning over audiences across the country.
Review: WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? at Virginia Samford TheatreApril 11, 2025Melissa Bush Hallmark & Cliff Spencer deliver volcanic performances as Martha & George in this must-see production at Virginia Samford Theatre. Don't miss this intense and thought-provoking dive into the complexities of love and resentment. #BhamTheatre #VirginiaWoolf #EdwardAlbee #TheatreReview
Review: LES MISÉRABLES at BJCC/American Theatre GuildMarch 26, 2025Les Misérables' opening night was spectacular. A magnificent set transported the audience to 19th-century France from the moment the curtain rose. The entire cast delivered exceptional performances, bringing Victor Hugo's timeless story to life with passion and conviction.
Review: SIX at BJCC/American Theatre GuildFebruary 15, 2025Birmingham, get ready to lose your head! SIX, the electrifying musical, stormed the BJCC stage on Tuesday, February 11th, 2025, and left the audience breathless.
Review: STEEL MAGNOLIASFebruary 2, 2025A local school's Theatre Department recently transported audiences to Chinquapin, Louisiana, with a heartwarming and hilarious production of Robert Harling's 'Steel Magnolias.' The magic of the evening was palpable from the moment the lights came up. The production team crafted a beautiful and intimate world that perfectly captured the charm and strength of the play.
Review: A TUNA CHRISTMAS at Birmingham Festival TheatreDecember 17, 2024Birmingham Festival Theatre's 'A Tuna Christmas,' directed by Birmingham native, Ezra Brown, is a quirky, heartwarming look at a Texas town's eccentric holiday season. The close setting of the theater creates a feeling of intimacy, as if you're in the town square with the quirky residents.
Review: CHICAGO at BJCC/American Theatre GuildNovember 21, 2024Chicago is a triumph, with a talented cast and captivating staging that brings the roaring twenties to life. If you’re looking for a night of pure entertainment, look no further than Chicago at the BJCC./American Theatre Guild?
Review: ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Birmingham Festival TheatreJune 23, 2024Birmingham Festival Theatre's 'Rocky Horror Show' is a fun, campy, and entertaining night out. It delivers on the show's promise of laughter, audience participation, and a healthy dose of the bizarre. If you're looking for a good time, this show is worth checking out.
Review: MARY POPPINS at Red Mountain TheaterJune 20, 2024Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins enchants audiences with its whimsical charm, heartwarming story, and spectacular performances. A must-see for fans of all ages!