6 shows you must-see around Birmingham if you love theatre

Dim the lights because we’re giving you an update on some upcoming shows in Birmingham. If you’re a theatre lover, you’ll appreciate the shows we’ve spotlighted, so keep reading.

1. Company—Virginia Samford Theatre

The Virginia Samford Theatre serves as a beacon for outstanding community theatre. Although their presentation of Dolly Parton’s 9-5 just ended, there’s still hope. Grab your tickets for Virginia Samford Theatre’s edition of Stephen Sondheim’s Company. 

This musical comedy will make you feel alive through its beautiful scores and hilarious storytelling of the “tragedy of life:” marriage.

• Show Dates: March 31-April 10
• Times: Fridays-Saturdays 7:30PM I Sundays 2:30PM
• Theatre Location: 1116 26th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
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2. Once on This Island—Red Mountain Theatre

Red Mountain Theatre presents Once on This Island, a Tony Award-winning musical about star-crossed lovers and a peasant girl chosen by the gods.

A story about community, classism and sacrifice, it’ll truly move you. Learn more about the story here.

• Show Dates: Feb. 11-Feb. 27
• Times: Thursdays-Fridays 8PM I Saturdays 2PM & 8PM I Sundays 2PM
• Theatre Location: Red Mountain Theatre Arts Campus, 1600 3rd Ave S, Birmingham, Alabama 35233
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3. Glengarry Glen Ross—Birmingham Theatre Festival

Glengarry Glen Ross follows four Chicago salesmen—Levene, Roma, Moss, and Aaronow—and their supervisor, Williamson, who work together selling undesirable real estate at inflated prices. Take a seat and enjoy the events unfold as these amateur salesmen try to win a Cadillac.

• Show Dates: Feb. 4-Feb. 20
• Times: Fridays-Saturdays 7:30PM I Sundays 2:30PM
• Theatre Location: 1901 11th Ave. South, Birmingham, Alabama 35205
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4. Steel Magnolias—Arts Council of the Trussville Area

Steel Magnolias is a show of pure gold. It follows women in a hair salon in a small town in Louisana. You’ll fall in love with characters like the lovely Truvy and the cranky old lady Ouiser who isn’t crazy but has been in a “bad mood for 40 years.”

This show will have you laughing through your tears. Don’t miss it!

• Show Dates: Feb. 10-Feb. 20
• Times: Fridays-Saturdays 7PM I Sundays 2:30PM
• Theatre Location: 225 Parkway Drive Trussville, AL 35173
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5. The Odd Couple—Home Theatre

A classic show that I think every theatre lover should see would be The Odd Couple. Thankfully, Home Theatre will be putting it on, so grab your tix for this amazing chance.

Did I mention that it’s also Homewood Theatre’s very first production in the new location in SoHo Square.

• Show Dates: February 10th – February 20th
• Times: Thursdays – Sundays | Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:30PM | Sundays at 2:30PM
• Theatre Location: 1831 28th Ave S, Homewood, AL 35209
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6. Shadowlands—Leeds Arts Council

Shadowlands is a story that deals with a man’s struggle with personal pain and grief. You’ll enjoy this story of love and patience brought to you by the Leeds Arts Council.

• Show Dates: February 25-26, March 4-7
• Times: Fridays–Saturday at 7PM | Sundays at 2PM
• Theatre Location: 8140 Paarkway Drive, Leeds, AL 35094
• Tickets 

Will you be seeing any of these performances this month? Let us know @BhamNow.