Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from January 2026
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Birmingham Theatre Newsroom
The latest theatre news from Birmingham — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
Photos: THE RECIPE BOX World Premiere Opens at Terrific New Theatre
Terrific New Theatre opened the world premiere of THE RECIPE BOX, written and directed by Del Shores, starring Emerson Collins, on Thursday, February 5, 2026 running through February, 22, 2026 in Birmingham, Alabama.
Interview: Jordan Markus of MJ at BJCC/American Theatre Guild
What does it actually take to inhabit the soul of a global icon every night? In my latest sit-down for BroadwayWorld Birmingham, I caught up with Jordan Markus, the powerhouse leading the First National Tour of MJ the Musical.
THE WIZ Arrives at Red Mountain Theatre
Red Mountain Theatre will present a new production of THE WIZ, directed by Monet, from February 6 through March 1, 2026.
Video: THE MUSIC MAN National Tour- Watch Highlights
Meredith Willson's The Music Man will hit the road on a National Tour in 2026, helmed by director Matt Lenz.
Video: DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT Stars Talk Upcoming Tour
Dirty Dancing in Concert is bringing its magic back to Europe and North America in 2026 for a world tour spanning more than 100 cities.
Terrific New Theatre To Present World Premiere Of THE RECIPE BOX By Del Shores
Terrific New Theatre will present the world premiere of The Recipe Box by Del Shores in February 2026.
Theaters Cancel Performances Due to Severe Weather - Updating Live
As a powerful winter storm moves across large portions of the United States, BroadwayWorld is monitoring performance cancellations, schedule changes, and venue closures affecting Broadway, touring productions, regional theatre, and live events nationwide.
UNFORGETTABLE: JOHN-MARK MCGAHA SINGS NAT KING COLE Comes to the Alabama Shakespeare Festival
Alabama Shakespeare Festival and Artists Lounge Live will present Unforgettable: John Mark McGaha Sings Nat King Cole Feb.
Video: Watch the Next On Stage: Season 6 Finale
The big day is almost here! After months of hard work, the six finalists of BroadwayWorld's Next on Stage: Season 6 will hit the stage in New York City for the our live finale at 54 Below.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Comes to the Alabama Shakespeare Festival
Alabama Shakespeare Festival will present The Lehman Trilogy directed by Matt Torney, Jan.
THE GREAT GATSBY National Tour Reveals Full Cast
Full casting has been announced for the North American Tour of THE GREAT GATSBY, a new musical.
DR. SEUSS - THE CAT BEHIND THE HAT Exhibition is Coming To Huntsville
Ann Jackson Gallery will share a compelling selection of artworks from The Art of Dr.
World Irish Dance Champions to Bring A TASTE OF IRELAND TO Alabama
A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation is coming to the Yellowhammer State, at the Troy University's Davis Theatre for the Performing Arts in Montgomery, and more.
Contest: Win Opening Night Tickets to TITANIQUE on Broadway
Enter to win two tickets to opening night on Sunday, April 12, 2026, dinner, and a merch pack from Titanique on Broadway! The prize includes opening night tickets, dinner for two, and a merch prize pack.
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE To Open At Theatre 98 This Month
Theatre 98 will present Pride and Prejudice, adapted by Andrew Davies from the novel by Jane Austen.
The World Ballet Company's SWAN LAKE Comes to Birmingham in 2026
The World Ballet Company’s Swan Lake is set to bring one of classical ballet’s most enduring stories to life on stage at Alabama Theatre in Birmingham on April 9, 2026.
Why Community Connection Matters More Than Ever for Regional Theater
A nationwide look at regional theater marketing and community engagement, with lessons from Knoxville, Durham, Fayetteville, Nashville, Atlanta, and Branson on building awareness, loyalty, and support.
ICYMI: Meet the Next On Stage: Season 6 Finalists
Earlier this week, BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 3 performers in both age groups.
Watch: Next On Stage Season 6 Finalists Revealed
Tonight's the night! Who will be the finalists of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, December 19 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out! This season is presented by AMDA & Atlantic Acting School and sponsored by MTI, 54 Below, and Westin New York at Times Sq
Voting Open to Pick the Top 3 of Next On Stage: Season 6
Voting is now open for BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students.
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 5
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 5 performers in both age groups.
Review: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at Virginia Samford Theatre
To Kill a Mockingbird' at the VST is a potent and timely revival of a classic story.
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 5 Revealed
Who’s ready to party? It’s The Great Gatsby week, so every song comes straight from the hit Broadway musical that has audiences cheering every night at the Broadway Theatre! Now starring Jeremy Jordan, it’s the biggest party on Broadway.
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perfume labaib (12/05-12/06) |
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The Great Gatsby Citadel Theatre (10/31-11/22) |
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Come from Away Red Mountain Theatre (8/19-9/20) |
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indown indown (12/11-12/11) |
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A Christmas Carol by David van Belle Citadel Theatre (11/21-12/24) |
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Three Days Grace, I Prevail & The Funeral Portrait Orion Amphitheater (10/30-10/30) |
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Weird Al Yankovic at Wharf Amphitheater Wharf Amphitheater (10/03-10/03) |
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Golden Girls The Laughs Continue Dothan Opera House (11/02-11/02) |
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Hamilton (Angelica Company) Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex [Concert Hall] (9/22-9/27) |
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Dr Anushika ## Love Spells By Healer Dr +27685771974 (8/22-11/22) |