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Alabama Shakespeare Festival

1 Festival Dr
Montgomery, AL 36117

Upcoming Shows

The Play That Goes Wrong

The Play That Goes Wrong

Oct 1 – Oct 25, 2026

A hilarious, fast-paced farce that’s part Agatha Christie and part Monty Python! It’s opening night of the mystery The Murder at Haversham Manor, and everything is going wrong. The leading lady can’t stay awake, the corpse can’t stay dead, and the set is barely staying upright...

August Wilson's Fences

August Wilson's Fences

Oct 29 – Nov 15, 2026

A powerful Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning modern classic from “Theatre’s Poet of Black America” Troy Maxon was a gifted Negro League baseball player with dreams of joining the Majors, but now he barely makes ends meet as a sanitation worker in 1950s Pittsburgh. While he...

A Swingin' Ella Christmas: Alexis J. Roston Sings Ella Fitzgerald

A Swingin' Ella Christmas: Alexis J. Roston Sings Ella Fitzgerald

Dec 16 – Dec 20, 2026

Have a yule that's cool as award-winning actress Alexis J. Roston salutes the Queen of Jazz. Blending a festive cocktail of holiday hits and signature songs, Roston captures the angelic sound and irresistible joy that made Ella Fitzgerald an American treasure. Featuring an...

Elf The Musical

Elf The Musical

Nov 25 – Dec 27, 2026

Embrace your inner elf with this magical, musical tale for all ages! Buddy the Elf journeys to the city to discover his true identity – and bring Christmas joy to everyone he meets. Unfortunately, his father may be at the top of Santa’s naughty list. Can Buddy help his new...

All Night Long: Chester Gregory Sings Lionel Richie

All Night Long: Chester Gregory Sings Lionel Richie

Feb 11 – Feb 14, 2027

Let the music play with a tribute to Alabama’s own Lionel Richie. Broadway star and recording artist Chester Gregory (Motown: The Musical, Hairspray) leads a dynamite band in a soulful celebration of singer-songwriter Lionel Richie. Groove to Richie’s romantic hits, from his...

One Voice The Marian Anderson Musical

One Voice The Marian Anderson Musical

Feb 25 – Mar 14, 2027

Before Lady Day. Before Tina. There was Marian. By 1939, the world-famous, Black contralto Marian Anderson had toured Europe to rave reviews, but she was denied a stage in Washington, D.C. When she was offered a chance to sing on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, Marian gave...

William Shakespeare's As You Like It

William Shakespeare's As You Like It

Apr 15 – May 2, 2027

Shakespeare’s sweetest romantic comedy Exiled from Duke Frederick’s court, Rosalind flees for her life to the Forest of Arden, disguised in men’s clothes to stay safe. The forest is an idyllic – but peculiar – haven, filled with quirky characters, mistaken identities, and...

The Rocket Men

The Rocket Men

May 13 – May 30, 2027

A new twist on the true story of the immigrant scientists who took us to the Moon and established Huntsville, AL, as "Rocket City" Six women play the roles of the former Nazi scientists who switched allegiances, moved to Huntsville, and became the backbone of NASA’s space...

Alabama Shakespeare Festival's Production of  Disney's Hercules The Musical

Alabama Shakespeare Festival's Production of Disney's Hercules The Musical

Jul 7 – Aug 8, 2027

An electrifying new Disney musical for the whole family Ancient Greece. A time of gods, mortals…and Hercules, who doesn’t fit in anywhere. With help from feisty and independent Meg, his cranky coach Phil, and the sassy and harmonious Muses, Hercules finds his courage, battles...

Review: 1776 at ACTA Theatre

Review: 1776 at ACTA Theatre

by Luke Richards · July 12, 2026

Bringing the founding of the United States to life through humor, memorable music, and a talented cast, ACTA creates a production that remains captivating throughout, never losing sight of the heart behind the history.…

Review: BYE BYE BIRDIE at Virginia Samford Theatre

Review: BYE BYE BIRDIE at Virginia Samford Theatre

by Cade Lott · June 21, 2026

With sharp timing, genuine chemistry, and a standout youth ensemble, the VST’s revival of Bye Bye Birdie is a masterclass in poise and preparation; running at the Virginia Samford Theatre through June 28.…

Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE at BJCC

Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE at BJCC

by Cade Lott · June 18, 2026

Taking a beloved 90s movie and turning it into a Broadway musical is a tall order. You're competing with nostalgia, a legendary film performance, and the simple fact that what works on a movie screen doesn't always translate to the stage. Tuesday night, the North American tour of Mrs. Doubtfire open…

Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Red Mountain Theatre

Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Red Mountain Theatre

by Luke Richards · June 13, 2026

Red Mountain Theatre's production of Disney's The Little Mermaid brings one of Disney's most beloved stories to the stage with familiar songs, beloved characters, and a talented cast.…

Review: MJ at BJCC/American Theatre Guild

Review: MJ at BJCC/American Theatre Guild

by Cade Lott · February 19, 2026

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or simply looking for world class entertainment, MJ doesn’t disappoint. Don’t miss your chance to catch this “Thriller” at the BJCC, running now through February 22nd. …

Review: RENT at Virginia Samford Theatre

Review: RENT at Virginia Samford Theatre

by Cade Lott · February 14, 2026

I saw RENT opening night at the Virginia Samford Theatre this past Thursday, and honestly, it’s exactly what the Birmingham theatre scene needs right now. There’s something about the VST’s intimate setup that just works for this show—it strips away the 'big touring production' polish and le…

Review: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD at Virginia Samford Theatre

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 po…

Past Shows

45 total · showing 11–20

A Christmas Carol

Dec 1 – Dec 31, 2024

A Christmas Carol will take the stage at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival from December 1 to December 31, 2024. This beloved holiday classic brings to life Charles Dickens' timeless tale of redemption through the story of Ebenezer Scrooge. With a focus on themes of compassion...

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Jul 11 – Aug 11, 2024

One of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a humorous retelling of the Biblical story of Joseph, his 11 brothers, his father Jacob, and the coat of many colors. Follow Joseph’s journey from bondage to becoming Pharaoh’s right-hand...

Zelda in the Backyard (WORLD PREMIERE)

Zelda in the Backyard (WORLD PREMIERE)

Jun 13 – Jun 30, 2024

When Libby inherits a wrecked 1961 Rolls Royce, she sets off on a journey to reassemble the car and pieces of the past her father left behind. In honor of her Alabama roots, she names the car after Zelda Fitzgerald. A little broken herself, Libby finds herself with a new...

Ken Ludwig's Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery

Ken Ludwig's Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery

Apr 18 – May 12, 2024

Get your deerstalker cap on — the play’s afoot! Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson must crack the mystery of “The Hound of the Baskervilles” before a family curse dooms its newest heir. Does a wild hellhound prowl the moors of Devonshire? Can our heroes discover the truth in time?...

Blues in the Night

Blues in the Night

Feb 8 – Mar 3, 2024

The soul of the blues wails out full and strong in Blues in the Night , a scorching, Tony-nominated musical! The 26 hot and torchy numbers tell of the sweet, sexy, and sorrowful experiences three women have with the lying, cheating snake of a man who does them wrong. Glorious...

A Christmas Carol

A Christmas Carol

Nov 16 – Dec 24, 2023

ASF returns to a full production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol on the Festival Stage. When miserly Ebenezer Scrooge receives an unwanted visit from the ghost of his former business partner on Christmas Eve, an overnight voyage of epic proportions begins. Journey with...

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Sep 14 – Oct 1, 2023

ASF Artistic Director Rick Dildine brings Shakespeare’s classic comedy to life with a dazzling production. Four young lovers facing the prospect of an unhappy marriage escape into a magical forest. Nearby, a fairy king and queen are engaged in a war of wills, and a crew of...

Cabaret

Cabaret

Jul 6 – Aug 6, 2023

One of the most famous American musicals of all time — from the creators of Chicago — Cabaret takes us to 1929 Berlin during the twilight of the Jazz Age as the Nazis are ascending to power. This groundbreaking musical focuses on the nightlife at the seedy Kit Kat Klub and...

It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

Dec 2 – Dec 31, 2022

This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers the impact of his life one fateful...

The Marvelous Wonderettes

The Marvelous Wonderettes

May 24 – Jun 26, 2022

This smash Off-Broadway hit takes us to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, where we meet and learn about the lives and loves of Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy: four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts. When the Wonderettes reunite to perform...

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