6 theater + arts shows to see in Birmingham this month

In a city like Birmingham that is bursting at the seams with artistic talent, there is always something to see. 

Here are six shows to put on your calendar for this month, plus a few others to plan for in June.

For the theatre fans

Encore Theatre and Gallery: 12 Angry Jurors

• When: May 14-17
• What to expect: Staged in the round at Encore Theatre and Gallery, twelve jurors deliberate a case that seems open and shut—until one juror begins to ask difficult questions.
• Where: Encore Theatre and Gallery
• Tickets

BJCC: & Juliet presented by Broadway in Birmingham

• When: May 19-24
• What to expect: & Juliet takes a funny spin on the famous “Romeo & Juliet.” In this musical, Juliet ditches the famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—reimagining iconic pop songs along the way.
• Where: BJCC Concert Hall
• Tickets

Homewood Theatre: Working the Musical

• When: May 28-June 7
• What to expect: Based on the book by Studs Terkel, “Working” paints a portrait of the American working class often taken for granted: the teacher, the waitress, the millworker + the housewife, just to name a few.
• Where: Homewood Theatre
• Tickets

For those who love the classics

Alabama Ballet presents Unbound: Serenade and Carmina Burana with Alabama Symphony Orchestra

• When: 
  • Fri, May 8 | 7:30PM
  • Sat, May 9 | 7:30PM
  • Sun, May 10 | 2PM
• What to expect: Unbound brings a fresh, high-energy twist with a mixed repertory program that pushes ballet beyond the traditional. It’s featured in Alabama Ballet’s 2026–2027 Sapphire Season—marking 45 years of blending timeless technique with bold, modern creativity.
• Where: BJCC Concert Hall
• Details | Tickets

ASO presents: Masterworks Series: Beyond the Forest, Into the Sky

• When: May 15-16 | 7PM
• What to expect: Alabama Symphony Orchestra is at the Alys Stephens Center to perform the final pages of Stravinsky’s Firebird Suite, the beauty of Jennifer Higdon’s blue cathedral + the intensity of Mozart’s Symphony No. 40.—don’t miss it!
• Where: Jemison Concert Hall
• Tickets

Symphony in the Summer

• What: Your Memorial Day Weekend is set with one of the city’s most beloved events: Symphony in the Summer. The Alabama Symphony Orchestra will perform three nights of free, live music at Railroad Park, from classical favorites to Broadway medleys and patriotic hits. Bring a blanket, lawn chairs and a picnic and enjoy the show with family and friends.
• When: Fri, May 22–Sun, May 24 | Concert begins each night at 7:30PM
• Where: Railroad Park
• Details

More performances to support in Birmingham

There are more musical theatre performances happening this summer. Get a sneak peek of some local shows starting this June:

• Terrific New Theatre: “I Carry Your Heart With Me,” June 11-28
• BJCC: “Ms. Doubtfire” presented by Broadway in Birmingham, June 16-21
• Virginia Samford Theatre: “Bye Bye Birdie,” June 18-28
• Red Mountain Theatre: “The Little Mermaid,” June 19-July 20
• Birmingham Children’s Theatre: “The Jungle Book,” June 20-July 25

More of a concert-goer? There are 43 local concerts in Birmingham this month.

Don’t miss the fun across Birmingham: Check out our May event guide with 47 events.

Which of these shows do you plan to attend, Birmingham? Tag us @bhamnow and let us know.