Red Mountain Theatre releases phenomenal 2024 season + more—tickets available now

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There’s never a dull moment in Birmingham’s theatre scene, and Red Mountain Theatre (RMT) is bringing all sorts of razzmatazz to the stage. From the Human Rights New Works Festival this September to the dazzling Holiday Spectacular in November and celebrating iconic female roles in musical theatre, there’s something for everyone to enjoy during the upcoming 2024 season. Read on for what’s ahead and get your tickets here.

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Human Rights New Works Festival in Birmingham—Sept. 22-24

In its sixth year, RMT will be using the power of the theatre to spark world-changing conversations about big issues and emotions happening right here in Birmingham. 

Featuring three stunning pieces over three inspiring days, each show is so new it’s still evolving through the creative process. This means you’ll see staged readings or bare-bone shows, allowing you to focus on the true creative beauty of the work. 

All shows will be followed by a discussion with a community partner who deals with the issues portrayed in the show and what’s being done in Birmingham to fix it. Trust me, you’ll want to be part of the conversation.

Here’s a peek at the three pieces featured during this year’s Human Rights New Works Festival:

1. She Reached for Heaven—Friday, Sept. 22

Set against the backdrop of the biggest drug crisis in our country’s history, this brand-new musical follows one woman’s journey to embrace life in all its messiness rather than escape it through addiction. 

*Community partners: Recovery Resource Center & Jefferson County Department of Health

2. Sam’s Room—Saturday, Sept. 23

A pop concert/dramedy, you’ll follow along with a nonspeaking teenager named Sam on his path to find a way to communicate.

The role of Sam in this show is played by Jacob Fiveash, a young neurodiverse actor from Birmingham who’s bringing his own lived experience to define the character. 

*Community Partners: United Ability and Spring Valley School

3. Four Little Girls, Birmingham 1963—Sunday, Sept. 24

This play brings life and music to the stories of Denise, Carole, Cynthia, and Addie Mae before the fateful events of September 1963 took their lives at the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church. 

This work is a partnership of RMT and Sixteenth Street Baptist Church to commemorate the 60^th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Movement and Children’s March in our city. 

*Community Partner: Sixteenth Street Baptist Church

Human Rights New Works Festival details

• What: Human Rights New Works Festival
• When: Friday, September 22-Sunday, September 24 | Times vary by show
• Where: Red Mountain Theatre Arts Campus – Discover Theatre, 1600 3rd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Cost: $15+
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Holiday Spectacular—November 30-December 17, 2023

The holiday season will be here before you know it, and RMT will be ready to sprinkle you with jolly spirit. Go ahead and mark your calendar for November 30-December 17 because RMT’s Holiday Spectacular returns to Birmingham!

A seasonal tradition for many around the Magic City, the Holiday Spectacular features heartwarming moments and seasonal nostalgia mixed with high-octane dance numbers. You’ll see talented local singers, dancers and musicians alongside the Red Mountain Theatre Performing Ensembles (top-notch student performers from ages 8-18 that practice all year for the show). Even some of RMT’s animal superstars like Mordecai the Camel make a cameo appearance in the finale! You know you can’t resist.

Holiday Spectacular event details

• What: Holiday Spectacular
• When: Thursday, November 30-Sunday, December 17, 2023 | Times vary by show date
• Where: Red Mountain Theatre Arts Campus, 1600 3rd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Cost: Tickets start at $39 with discounts for children under 12 | *Use the discount code NOWINSIDER to save $5 on each Price Level 1, 2, 3, or Table seat
• Tickets sell out fast—buy early—grab your tickets now before they’re gone

Red Mountain Theatre’s 2024 Season showcases new + timeless productions

(L) The Color Purple 2018; (R) Mary Poppins 2015. (Red Mountain Theatre / Stewart Edmonds)

There’s much more to look forward to at Red Mountain Theatre. The 2024 Starlet Season celebrates leading ladies at Red Mountain Theatre, spotlighting memorable moments of strong female characters—whether heart-wrenching or hilarious.

Here’s a peek at what’s coming to the stage in 2024:

The Color Purple

• About the show: From jazz and ragtime to gospel and blues, you’ll be captivated by this epic, multi Tony Awards-winning musical. Based on Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, The Color Purple follows the story of Celie—one of the most iconic female roles on Broadway—from a childhood of abuse and anguish to strength and light.
• When: February 9-March 3, 2024 | Tuesdays-Saturdays at 7:30PM | Saturday and Sunday Matinees at 2PM
• Where: Red Mountain Theatre Arts Campus, 1600 3rd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Cost: Tickets start at $39 with discounts for children under 12 | *Use the discount code NOWINSIDER to save $5 on each Price Level 1, 2, 3, or Table seat
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Sister Act

• About the show: Enjoy a feel-good comedy in this collaboration between Red Mountain Theatre and UAB Department of Theatre. Sister Act follows Deloris, a bold and brassy diva superstar in hiding. After witnesses a murder, she disguises herself as a nun in a convent, her plucky personality taking over as she revitalizes the church choir.
• When: April 5-21, 2024 | Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30PM | Saturday + Sunday Matinees at 2PM
• Where: Red Mountain Theatre Arts Campus, 1600 3rd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Cost: Tickets start at $39 with discounts for children under 12 | *Use the discount code NOWINSIDER to save $5 on each Price Level 1, 2, 3, or Table seat
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Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins

• About the show: See everyone’s favorite “practically perfect” nanny in this timeless classic. You’ll hear all the songs you’ve always loved alongside astonishing stagecraft and extravagant dance numbers you’ll never forget.
• When: May 31-June 30, 2024 | Tuesdays-Saturdays at 7:30PM | Wednesday, Saturday + Sunday Matinees at 2PM
• Where: Red Mountain Theatre Arts Campus, 1600 3rd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Cost: Tickets start at $39 with discounts for children under 12 | *Use the discount code NOWINSIDER to save $5 on each Price Level 1, 2, 3, or Table seat
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Beautiful: The Carole King Musical

• About the show: Sway along during this jukebox musical that traces the trailblazing career of songwriter legend Carole King. Known for her incredible success in a male-dominated profession, you’ll groove to famous songs like You’ve Got a Friend and other hits from the 50s-70s.
• When: July 19-August 11, 2024 | Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30PM | Saturday + Sunday Matinees at 2PM
• Where: Red Mountain Theatre Arts Campus, 1600 3rd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
• Cost: Tickets start at $39 with discounts for children under 12 | *Use the discount code NOWINSIDER to save $5 on each Price Level 1, 2, 3, or Table seat
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