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ASF Presents PLAY CLUB As Part Of ASF Insights
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2021
Alabama Shakespeare Festival invites friends to get closer to the artistry of playwrights by joining the ASF Play Club, part of ASF Insights. Play Club members will read up to four scripts and participate in a live online seminar for each script with an expert (actor/director) and a scholar on the playwright and material.
BWW Blog: What I Wish I Knew While Auditioning for Colleges, from a College Senior
by Student Blogger: Emily Earle - January 20, 2021
If I could tell my high school self, and anyone in the midst of the process, anything, it would be this.
New Date Announced for Jo Koy at Alabama Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2021
The Jo Koy show originally scheduled for September 24, 2020 has been rescheduled for February 25, 2021. If you have already purchased tickets they will be valid for the new date.
BWW Blog: You've Got Soul - Reflections on the Newest Disney Movie
by Student Blogger: Audrey Myers - January 15, 2021
After watching Soul, I was able to reflect on my relationship with theatre as a career and reevaluate what is most important. 
VIDEO: Birmingham Children's Theatre Presents Cardboard Puppet Production, HOPE'S HOLIDAY
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2021
Birmingham Children's Theatre posted its production of 'Hope's Holiday' - the latest installment from the Cardboard Puppet Theatre - on Facebook.
Winners Announced For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Red Mountain Theatre Company, Virginia Samford Theatre & More Take Home Wins!
by BWW Staff - January 05, 2021
Winners have been announced for the 2020 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards - which were back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!
Alabama Theatre Celebrates its 93rd Birthday
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2020
The Alabama Theatre is celebrating its 93rd birthday. The venue opened its doors for the first time on December 26, 1927. Help the theatre celebrate its big day by sharing your favorite memories at the Showplace of the South!
Birmingham Children's Theatre Offering Virtual Tours of the North Pole!
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2020
You’re invited to a virtual tour of the North Pole! Jojo and Francis, two hard-working and enthusiastic elves, are welcoming special kids to the NP for a first-of-its-kind experience and -- uh oh! Something seems to be going wrong with the reindeer, the toy-makers, and the nice list! Can you help the elves restore order in time for Santa’s yearly delivery?
BWW Blog: Zoom Theatre Games for Virtual Gathering
by Student Blogger: Audrey Myers - December 21, 2020
The holiday season is full of family, friends, and fun. However, this year our gatherings might possibly be happening over Zoom.
Alabama Shakespeare Festival Celebrates 35 Years In Montgomery
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2020
This week marks Alabama Shakespeare Festival's 35th anniversary in Montgomery. From its founding as a summer theatre festival in Anniston in 1972 to its designation as the State Theater of Alabama in 1977 to the stunning performing arts complex in Montgomery (built in 1985), ASF has been a leader in the performing arts throughout the state, region, and country.
BWW Blog: 10 Things from Stage Managing a 10-Minute
by Student Blogger: Audrey Myers - December 08, 2020
Every year, Samford University's beginning directing and stage management classes put on a 10-minute play festival.
Alabama Theatre Cancels Remainder of 2020 Holiday Film Series
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2020
Alabama Theatre has announced the cancellation of the remainder of its 2020 Holiday Film Series. The first show to be cancelled was last night's showing of It's a Wonderful Life. The series was cancelled due to the increasing concern regarding the health crisis.
Alabama Theatre Presents IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE Screening
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2020
Alabama Theatre will present It’s a Wonderful Life presented with Open Movie Captioning. The screening takes place on December 7 at 7:00 pm.
ASF Presents A Unique, Virtual Adaptation Of A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2020
Alabama Shakespeare Festival presents Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, adapted and performed by Greta Lambert, streaming digitally November 26 through December 27, 2020.
Voting Now Open For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2020
Voting is now open for the BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade! Our local editors have set the categories, our readers have submitted nominees, and now YOU get to vote for your favorites!
The University Of Alabama Department Of Theatre And Dance Presents First MFA Dance Concert
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2020
UA Theatre and Dance presents a collection of works choreographed by the inaugural class of candidates pursuing their Masters of Fine Arts in Dance.
BWW Blog: Samford Students in Professional Theatre
by Student Blogger: Audrey Myers - November 13, 2020
Three Samford University theatre students were integral parts of The Fantasticks at Virginia Samford Theatre, one of Brimingham’s regional theatres.
Alabama Theatre Presents Drew Holcomb: A Benefit for Our Theatres
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2020
Don’t miss this one night only evening of solo acoustic songs and stories with Drew Holcomb. All proceeds from this event will benefit the historic Alabama Theatre and Lyric Theatre.
BWW Blog: Could TikTok Be The Future of Musical Theatre?
by Student Blogger: Katy Dara - November 12, 2020
If you haven’t heard about it by now, there’s a new movie being adapted into a musical: Ratatouille.
Birmingham Opera Company to Present Wagner's RhineGold Summer 2021
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2020
Today Birmingham Opera Company has launched its next bold mission; Wagner's RhineGold with an international cast and local volunteer performers led by Artistic Director Graham Vick and newly appointed Music Director Alpesh Chauhan in August 2021. 
Alabama Symphony Orchestra Performs Virtual Concerts For COVID-19 Patients
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2020
Alabama Symphony Orchestra members have been performing for the sickest patients at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital since June.
BWW Blog: Choosing to Grow: Lessons from Duncan MacMillan's Lungs
by Student Blogger: Audrey Myers - November 02, 2020
What happens when plans are derailed? One must adapt and grow.
Last Chance To Submit Nominations For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2020
This is your LAST CHANCE to submit nominations for the BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!
Dance Alabama! Returns to the Stage With Fall 2020 Virtual Concert
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2020
A candid and courageous collection of choreographic works, Dance Alabama! returns to the stage with a captivating combination of styles ranging from contemporary to jazz by The University of Alabama's talented student choreographers.
Huntsville Ballet Wins Nonprofit of the Year at the 35th Annual Small Business Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2020
The Huntsville Ballet recently won nonprofit of the year at the 35th Annual Small Business Awards.

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