BIRMINGHAM THEATER REVIEWS

Going to see THE MUSIC MAN at Virginia Samford Theatre was exactly what I expected and wanted. A beautiful, well constructed set, colorful costumes, a huge cast of youngsters in the ensemble and fun singing and dancing. Do yourself a favor and go see THE MUSIC MAN. It will make you smile....

This weekend we have the rare treat of seeing a brand new play presented in our area that not only teaches us a lot about our history, but also thoroughly entertains. MR. WILL AND DUTCH: ALABAMA'S LEGENDARY BANKHEADS tell the story of Tallulah Bankhead (Dutch, a nickname given to her by her father, ...

This week I have seen a rock musical, a slapstick comedy and now, a British play that I am not sure I have the words to tell you about. I laughed, I was swept away by romance, I raged at betrayal, and was reminded of my own family. TRIBES is a must see!...

If you are looking for a dramatic night of theatre, award winning performances and a deep meaning that will change your life, skip MAMA WON'T FLY. But, if like most of us, you need to forget your troubles and laugh your head off, this is the play for you! You will absolutely be entertained....

Running through June 13, HEDWIG was not all I wanted it to be....

JANE EYRE at Samford University is a delight for all of the senses. Make a point to see this romantic, heartwarming masterpiece....

I finished off my theatre marathon with a trip to Theatre Downtown to see KIMBERLY AKIMBO.I hope you will get out next weekend and see several plays yourself. Lots of good theatre right now!...

Birmingham Children's Theatre has a knack for taking a classic story and giving it a new twist. ROBIN HOOD certainly holds true to that. Be sure to take your kids to any and all productions at BCT....

THE REAL QUEEN OF HEARTS AIN'T EVEN PRETTY is what theatre should be- funny, intriguing, and keeps you thinking about it long after you leave the theatre. BRAVO to the cast and crew for a strong opening in South City Theatre's new space....

THE ODD COUPLE by Neil Simon was the first production ever done under the name of Montevallo Main Street Players and in this, their 30th season, they have decided to bring back the 'classics.' For a small community like this to support a theatre for this long is notable!...

MOON OVER BUFFALO at Virginia Samford Theatre is certainly high energy slap stick that makes you want to find some quiet after it is done. A little too over the top for my taste, there are definitely laughs to be had....

As always, the BLUE MAN GROUP makes you laugh, makes you nervous, makes you think. No matter how grumpy you are, there will be something to entertain you....

From the superb set, to the amazing puppetry of the cast, everything about AVENUE Q at UAB was top notch entertainment. I was definitely impressed with UAB and their theatre department....

After almost a year off to regroup and plan, CET has a varied and interesting season ahead. PETER AND THE STAR CATCHER, starring Jonathan Fuller this summer from July 23 - August 16, A STEADY RAIN directed by Alan Gardner in November 2015, THE 39 STEPS in January 2016, and Carson McCullers' THE HEAR...

BOOK OF MORMON is as off color and irreverent as you might have heard, but it has substance and meaning as well. The music is great and the talent top notch. Old fuddy-duddys should stay home, but for everyone else, you will be hard pressed to find a funnier, more entertaining show....

There is so much good and varied theatre in Birmingham, but you have to keep up. You can always catch a movie on NETFLIX or HBO, but live theatre is a fleeting thing, that must be caught at the right time. Don't miss out on all that this area has to offer....

For its last offering at its current location, South City Theatre presents CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF.The iconic Tennessee Williams play is one you should see at some point in your life. Take this opportunity to see a classic at SCT....

This college production is on par with anything I have seen recently, professional or community theatre. The entire ensemble is talented and enthusiastic. This is one to see, but time is limited!...

THE PRODUCERS at Virginia Samford Theatre is a fast paced, hilarious production. It is a show you will want to see. It is wrong in all of the right places and has a large, talented cast. The whole production makes for a fun night out....

If you don't like puns, slapstick, jokes, situational comedy and any other type of comedy you can imagine, then stay home. If you aren't interested in an inventive story and unrestrained, imaginative acting then this is not for you. But if you are up for an adventure and altogether hilarious night a...

IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE is just that- wonderful! From the old fashioned sing-a-long before the show to the milk and cookies after the show, everything is fun, inventive and geared towards holiday fun....

A beautiful set, impressive special effects, interesting direction and a talented cast make for a scary, yet entertaining night at Virginia Samford Theatre's production of DRACULA....

This past Saturday I continued my uncharacteristic tour of "scary" Halloween themed plays with Red Mountain Theatre Company's production of YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN. Of course, this Mel Brooks musical is not really scary, but it is definitely fun and entertaining. I found myself laughing out loud many tim...

From the moment the curtain goes up, you realize this is a much hipper staging of Lerner and Loewe's CAMELOT than you may have seen before. No, they aren't setting it in modern times, it just has a grittier look to it. CAMELOT met all of my standards and expectations....

My visit into the mystery genre was a fun night of theatre. In the last act I kept finding myself on the edge of my seat, holding my throat. As always, South City does a great job with the space they have. In this instance I think being so close in the intimate setting made for a more heightened sen...