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Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards; University of Montevallo Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards; JAMES & THE GIANT PEACH Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 15, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at Virginia Samford Theatre
by Cade Lott - December 13, 2025
To Kill a Mockingbird' at the VST is a potent and timely revival of a classic story. With sharp direction and a deeply affecting performance by the cast, this production brings Harper Lee's tale of justice, prejudice, and childhood innocence vividly to life. It is a stirring courtroom drama and a powerful reminder of the courage it takes to stand up for what is right.
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards; University of Montevallo Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 08, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards; ANASTASIA: THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 01, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: FROZEN at Alabama Shakespeare Festival
by Russell Warne - November 29, 2025
In Montgomery, 'Frozen' is a wintery treat for all ages.
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 15
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 15 performers in both age groups. The Top 15 includes...
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 15 Revealed
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2025
Who will make the Top 15 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, November 21 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out!
Birmingham Children's Theatre To Present NARNIA: THE MUSICAL This December
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Birmingham Children’s Theatre will present NARNIA: THE MUSICAL this December on its Mainstage at the BJCC. Adapted from The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, the production features a book by Jules Tasca, music by Thomas Tierney, and lyrics by Ted Drachman.
Review: CLUE at BJCC
by Cade Lott - November 15, 2025
For an outrageously funny night out, CLUE at the BJCC is a must!
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards
by BWW Awards - November 13, 2025
Voting is now open 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.
Interview: Marcus Phillips of KIMBERLY AKIMBO at BJCC/American Theatre Guild
by Cade Lott - November 12, 2025
Just spoke with Marcus Phillips (Seth in @KimberlyAkimbo)! He promises the tour—the most Tony-winning show of its season—is an uproarious heartbreaker you won't forget. Don't miss this special show in Birmingham!
85 South Comes to Birmingham
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2025
85 South is a high-energy comedy experience starring DC Young Fly, Karlous Miller, and Chico Bean. Known for their quick wit and raw humor, the trio delivers a mix of stand-up, freestyle roasting, and audience interaction.
Interview: Adam Brett of CLUE at BJCC
by Cade Lott - October 28, 2025
Adam Brett (Wadsworth) says the fast-paced, 90-minute stage adaptation of CLUE is an 'athletic event,' burning 800 calories a show! See the hilarious, high-energy murder-mystery Nov 11–16 at the BJCC Concert Hall. #CLUEonStage #BroadwayInBHM
Tickets For MJ in Birmingham Go On Sale This Week
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2025
Single tickets for the musical MJ in Birmingham will go on sale to the public on Friday, Oct. 31, at 10:00 a.m. This engagement is part of the 25–26 BROADWAY IN BIRMINGHAM Series and will take the BJCC Concert Hall stage.
Last Chance To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards
by BWW Awards - October 27, 2025
This is your last chance to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Theatre Tuscaloosa Academy to Return With Improv and Ballroom
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2025
Theatre Tuscaloosa Academy will return this fall with four classes on the line-up: two Improv Primers, Beginning Ballroom, and Something From Nothing: An Intro to Improv.
Cast And Band Set for DOLLY PARTON'S SMOKY MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS CAROL 2025 National Tour
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
The cast and band members have been set for Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol, a toe-tappin', heartstring-tuggin' holiday musical featuring songs by eleven-time GRAMMY Award winner Dolly Parton.
Final Weeks To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards
by BWW Awards - October 14, 2025
Time is running out to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Review: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at Alabama Shakespeare Festival
by Russell Warne - October 05, 2025
Does Agatha Christie's classic novel translate well to the stage? Find out by reading our critic's review.
WATCH: Beth interpreta ‘Continuará’ de EL HILO INVISIBLE
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - September 30, 2025
El próximo 1 de noviembre el Teatro Alcázar de Madrid acogerá el estreno de EL HILO INVISIBLE en la capital, tras varias temporadas de éxito en Barcelona, y ya podemos ver el videoclip de Continuará, uno de los temas del espectáculo, interpretado por su protagonista Beth.
Theatre Tuscaloosa Receives $23,000 in Grants From the Alabama State Council on the Arts
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2025
Theatre Tuscaloosa has received two grants totaling $23,000 from the Alabama State Council on the Arts to fund the 2025-26 Season: Finding Home and for administrative support.
CLUE Will Bring Hilarious Murder Mystery to Birmingham’s BJCC Concert Hall
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2025
The American Theatre Guild will present CLUE, the uproarious stage adaptation of the Hasbro board game and cult-classic film, at Birmingham’s BJCC Concert Hall November 11–16, 2025.
Theatre Tuscaloosa to Hold Auditions for SCROOGE! THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2025
Theatre Tuscaloosa will hold open auditions for 'Scrooge! The Musical' with book, lyrics, and music by Leslie Bricusse. Learn more and see how to audition here!
Shelton State to Hold Auditions for ANTIGONE Staged Reading
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2025
Shelton State will hold open auditions for a staged reading of 'Antigone,' a dramatic adaptation by Emily Mann from the play by Sophocles. Learn more here!

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MJ in Birmingham MJ
Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex [Concert Hall] (2/17 - 2/22)
& Juliet in Birmingham & Juliet
Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex [Concert Hall] (5/19 - 5/24)
Weird Al Yankovic at Wharf Amphitheater in Birmingham Weird Al Yankovic at Wharf Amphitheater
Wharf Amphitheater (10/3 - 10/3)
Big Fish in Birmingham Big Fish
Bean Brown (7/16 - 7/26)
MRS. DOUBTFIRE in Birmingham MRS. DOUBTFIRE
BJCC Concert Hall (6/16 - 6/21)
& Juliet in Birmingham & Juliet
Von Braun Center [Concert Hall] (2/24 - 3/1)
Arsenic & Old Lace in Birmingham Arsenic & Old Lace
Bean Brown (2/20 - 3/1)
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