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Voting Open for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards
by BWW Awards - November 15, 2024


Voting is now open for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE To Open Terrific New Theatre 2024/25 Mini-Season
by A.A. Cristi - November 12, 2024


Terrific New Theatre announced its 2024/25 mini-season will open with a Stephen Sondheim masterpiece, Sunday in the Park with George.

The Cloverdale Playhouse Unveils 2025 Season Featuring THE FARNSWORTH INVENTION & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 12, 2024


The Cloverdale Playhouse in Montgomery, Alabama revealed its 2025 season, 'A Season of Give And Take,' focusing on themes of compassion, understanding, and the transactional nature of human interactions. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Theatre Tuscaloosa Academy Adds Second Session To Fall Adult Tap Classes
by Stephi Wild - November 05, 2024


Theatre Tuscaloosa Academy has added a second session of Adult Tap Classes this Fall. Classes begin on Nov. 12 on the Martin Campus of Shelton State Community College.

Theatre Tuscaloosa to Hold Open Auditions for MASTER CLASS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 29, 2024


Theatre Tuscaloosa will hold open auditions for MASTER CLASS. Directed by Dr. Allison Upshaw, the play explores the life of opera diva Maria Callas at an elite training program. Learn more about the auditions and see how to attend.

Submissions Close 10/31 for Nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards
by BWW Awards - October 28, 2024


Time is running out to submit nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards. Don't miss Thursday's October 31st deadline!

Broadway In Birmingham To Present THE ILLUSIONISTS – MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS
by A.A. Cristi - October 24, 2024


THE ILLUSIONISTS – MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS has announced a return to the stage at BJCC Concert Hall.

GHOST STORIES AT THE DRISH: A DINNER READING to be Presented at Theatre Tuscaloosa
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 24, 2024


Experience a spine-tingling evening with Theatre Tuscaloosa's 'Ghost Stories at the Drish: A Dinner Reading'. Enjoy dramatic readings and dinner in Alabama's haunted Drish House. Learn how to purchase tickets.

INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR Comes to BJCC Concert Hall
by Stephi Wild - October 23, 2024


The American Theatre Guild has announced that tickets for the live immersive horror experience, “INSIDIOUS: THE FURTHER YOU FEAR” will go on sale this Friday, Oct. 25 at 10:00 a.m.

Theatre Tuscaloosa Receives $22,000 in Grants From the Alabama State Council on the Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 22, 2024


Theatre Tuscaloosa received $22,000 in grants from the Alabama State Council on the Arts to support its 2024-25 season. Learn more about the grant and about the theatre's season!

Last Chance To Submit Nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards
by BWW Awards - October 21, 2024


Time is running out to submit nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards. Don't miss next week's October 31st deadline!

NOISES OFF Announced At Cloverdale Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - October 17, 2024


Cloverdale Playhouse will present NOISES OFF, a comedy by Michael Frayn, directed by Mike Winkelman.

Submit Nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards – 2 Weeks Left!
by BWW Awards - October 14, 2024


There are just two weeks left to submit nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards. The 2024 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

CHICAGO to Open 24-25 Broadway In Birmingham Series This November
by Blair Ingenthron - October 12, 2024


The American Theatre Guild will present Broadway’s favorite razzle-dazzle smash hit musical, CHICAGO. This production will kick off the 24–25 BROADWAY IN BIRMINGHAM Series at the BJCC Concert Hall for eight performances Nov. 19–24, 2024.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Comes to Alabama Shakespeare Festival in November
by Stephi Wild - October 04, 2024


Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol comes to Alabama Shakespeare Festival next month. Adapted by Rick Dildine, performances run November 21–December 29, 2024.

Single Tickets To The 2024–25 BROADWAY IN BIRMINGHAM Series Public On Sale Now
by A.A. Cristi - September 30, 2024


Single tickets are now available for three national touring Broadway shows at the BJCC Concert Hall, including THE BOOK OF MORMON, HAMILTON, and WICKED. Don't miss your chance to see these acclaimed productions.

Review: DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE at Alabama Shakespeare Festival
by Russell Warne - September 29, 2024


'Hell's bells!' Alabama Shakespeare Fest has a production full of heart.

THE ADDAMS FAMILY Comes to Theatre Tuscaloosa in October
by Stephi Wild - September 17, 2024


Theatre Tuscaloosa announced performances of THE ADDAMS FAMILY from Oct. 17-20 at the Bama Theatre. The musical, featuring returning and new cast members, explores the comedic clash of two very different families.

Quin Gresham Named Artistic Director At Alabama Shakespeare Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 03, 2024


Quin Gresham has been named as the new Artistic Director of Alabama Shakespeare Festival, joining from Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre.

Nominations Open For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards
by BWW Awards - September 03, 2024


Nominations are now open for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Birmingham Awards. The 2024 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

Student Blog: Curtain Call on College
by Student Blogger: Destiny Walsh - August 31, 2024


What do you do when you get to senior year and realize this will be your last call for places or last 5 minute warning? Here's how I, Student Writer Destiny, will be handling my senior year.

Theatre Tuscaloosa Reveals 2023-24 T. Earle Johnson Award Winners
by Stephi Wild - August 29, 2024


Theatre Tuscaloosa held the 28th annual T. Earle Johnson Awards Ceremony on Sunday, Aug. 18 at Mugshots in downtown Tuscaloosa to celebrate the 2023-24 winners.

Theatre Tuscaloosa Academy Offers Diverse Fall Classes for All Theater Enthusiasts
by A.A. Cristi - August 27, 2024


Theatre Tuscaloosa Academy announced its fall lineup with classes in Musical Theatre Dance Styles, Adult Tap, Creative Theatre Management, and Acting Fundamentals at Shelton State Community College.

THE ADDAMS FAMILY & More Set for Theatre Tuscaloosa 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 12, 2024


Theatre Tuscaloosa has revealed its 2024-25 season, themed 'Making Theatre Magic'. Learn more about the shows and see how to purchase tickets.

Theatre Tuscaloosa To Hold Open Auditions For THE ADDAMS FAMILY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 12, 2024


Theatre Tuscaloosa will hold open auditions for THE ADDAMS FAMILY this month. Learn more about the show and see how to audition!


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