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Opera Birmingham Presents GLORY DENIED
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
Opera Birmingham shares the poignant true story of America's longest-held prisoner of war as he returns home to a country he no longer recognizes. The Alabama premiere of Tom Cipullo's Glory Denied will be performed today, January 25 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, January 27 at 2:30 p.m. at the Southern Museum of Flight.
BOY GETS GIRL Comes to Birmingham in the New Year
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2019
Theatre Downtown is set to present BOY GETS GIRL, a searing and thought-provoking play by Rebecca Gilman about the dangers of stalking.  
BWW Preview: FUN HOME Draws you Close with Music and Pride at Terrific New Theatre
by David Edward Perry - January 23, 2019
'Fun Home.' Based on the 2006 graphic novel / memoir by Allison Bechdel. The story draws you in as if you are turning the pages of the comic book of Alison life. 'Fun Home' is the first Broadway musical with a lesbian as the lead of the story. Her journey though life is told through a sequence of non-linear vignettes. Revealing memories of her uniquely dysfunctional family that connect with her in surprising new ways.
BWW Review: The Alabama Symphony Orchestra Delivers Musical Mastery in CARMINA BURANA & THE RITE OF SPRING
by David Edward Perry - January 21, 2019
This energized concert shook the pillars of Olympus with a powerhouse performance of two very popular and dynamic pieces of music.The concert hall was filled to the rafters with the voices of a massive choir. The power behind such a collection of voices and music was breathtaking.
Opera Birmingham Presents GLORY DENIED
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2019
Opera Birmingham shares the poignant true story of America's longest-held prisoner of war as he returns home to a country he no longer recognizes. The Alabama premiere of Tom Cipullo's Glory Denied will be performed on Friday, January 25 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, January 27 at 2:30 p.m. at the Southern Museum of Flight.
BWW Review: EVITA is Rich in the Heart of her People at BJCC CONCERT HALL
by David Edward Perry - January 19, 2019
'Evita' is a hybrid rock & opera musical interpretation of the life journey of actress turned 'spiritual leader of Argentina' Eva Peron (Yael Reich). Her saturation of power, extraordinary wealth, and status grows heavier. Bringing with it heartache and self-discovery.
FUN HOME Opens At Terrific New Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2019
Continuing with its 33rd season, Terrific New Theatre bursts into 2019 with a bang by staging the Alabama premiere of the five-time Tony Award-winning musical and groundbreaking Broadway hit, "Fun Home." TNT's production runs Thursday to Saturday evenings from Jan. 24-Feb. 9, with Sunday matinees on Jan. 27 and Feb. 3.
BWW Review: A RED PLAID SHIRT Gives a Comical Look into Retirement at HOMEWOOD THEATRE
by David Edward Perry - January 10, 2019
'A Red Plaid Shirt' is fun comedy with many surprises woven into the play.The chemistry of the cast is a highlight. The polished comedy timing of each of the actors gives cadence to shows like 'The Honeymooners.' The heart of these characters make this look at retirement enjoyable for all ages.
Winners Announced for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2019
We are pleased to announce the winners for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and voted on by you - the local theatergoers!
Terrific New Theatre Brings FUN HOME to Birmingham 1/24 to 2/9
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2019
Fun Home comes to Birmingham, Alabama as part of Terrific New Theatre's 33rd Season. The musical, directed by David Strickland, has an opening night set for January 24, 2019 and and a closing night set for February 9, 2019.
BOY GETS GIRL Comes to Birmingham in the New Year
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2018
Theatre Downtown is set to present BOY GETS GIRL, a searing and thought-provoking play by Rebecca Gilman about the dangers of stalking.  
Final Chance to Vote for the BWW Birmingham Awards!
by BWW Staff - December 24, 2018
It's the last week to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
Terrific New Theatre Brings FUN HOME to Birmingham in 2019
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2018
FUN HOME is the coming-out memoir of Alison Bechdel, an exploration of family, memory, first love, and a daughter's relationship with her father.
Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2018 BWW Birmingham Awards!
by BWW Staff - December 17, 2018
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
Three Weeks Left To Vote For the BWW Birmingham Awards!
by BWW Staff - December 10, 2018
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
AN EVENING WITH CHARLES DICKENS READING “A CHRISTMAS CAROL” Comes to Tuscumbia Roundhouse
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2018
In 1853 Charles Dickens travels to America, and in an amazing twist of fate, arrives in Tuscumbia, Alabama - taking his audience on a magical journey through Christmas past, present, and future - bringing his remarkable story, "A Christmas Carol" to life!
Vote For The 2018 BWW Birmingham Awards; CHILDREN OF EDEN Wins Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - December 03, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
Alabama School Will Perform ELF JR. With Largest Child Cast of a Broadway JR. Musical Ever
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2018
Over 500 North Mobile county children from McDavid-Jones Elementary School in Citronelle will make history when they perform a production of Elf The Musical JR.on December 5th on the Citronelle High School football field. The production will feature the largest cast ever of children in a Broadway JR. musical, according to the licensor Music Theatre International.
Vote For The 2018 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards; CHILDREN OF EDEN Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - November 26, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
Theatre Tuscaloosa's A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns For Limited Run
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2018
Theatre Tuscaloosa presents its third annual production of A Christmas Carol December 10-16 in the Bean-Brown Theatre on the Martin Campus of Shelton State Community College (9500 Old Greensboro Rd).
Birmingham Repertory Theatre Announce Two More Shows For 2019
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2018
Birmingham Repertory Theatre has today announced a further two productions as part of its Spring and Summer 2019 season.   
AN EVENING WITH CHARLES DICKENS READING “A CHRISTMAS CAROL” Comes to Tuscumbia Roundhouse
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2018
In 1853 Charles Dickens travels to America, and in an amazing twist of fate, arrives in Tuscumbia, Alabama - taking his audience on a magical journey through Christmas past, present, and future - bringing his remarkable story, "A Christmas Carol" to life!
Voting Now Open For The 2018 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards!
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2018
]Voting is now open for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
ACTFest To Feature Eight Shows From Seven Cities In Three Days
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2018
Theatre Tuscaloosa will host the Alabama Conference of Theatre's annual Community Theatre Festival (ACTFest) November 2-4 in the Bean-Brown Theatre on the Martin Campus of Shelton State Community College (9500 Old Greensboro Rd).
Original Broadway Cast Members Of GREAT COMET, BRIGHT STAR, and More Lead Alabama Shakespeare's THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2018
Alabama Shakespeare Festival will present The Sound of Music beginning November 15, 2018, directed by ASF Artistic Director Rick Dildine. The Sound of Music features music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein, and book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse (suggested by "The Trapp Family Singers" by Maria Augusta Trapp.)

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