Alexandra Theatre Birmingham
Alexandra Theatre Tickets
What’s On at Alexandra Theatre
The Alexandra Theatre events calendar for 2024-2025 is packed with an exciting mix of shows. Some of the biggest revivals are coming to town, so don’t wait to book tickets for Calamity Jane, with West End star Carrie Hope Fletcher, in January and Olivier Award winner An Inspector Calls in May.
As if that’s not enough, the best of the West End will keep you entertained in the first half of 2025, with Bat Out of Hell in February followed by Ghost the Musical and multi-award-winning Chicago in April.
Finally, the Alex is hosting some of the biggest family-friendly productions of recent years, so book ahead for your school holiday entertainment! Horrible Histories - Awful Egyptians and a roarsome new show from the National History Museum, Dinosaurs Live!, are both on tour. Whether you want to laugh, cry or be inspired, there are plenty of events to choose from.
About the Alexandra Theatre
Located in the heart of Birmingham, the Alexandra Theatre (previously the New Alexandra Theatre), was first built in 1901 and originally named the Lyceum. Opening with an unsuccessful play The Workman, the venue quickly became associated with hosting melodramas, variety shows and pantomimes. After passing through various owners, it is now managed by the Ambassador Theatre Group. Like many theatres, the venue is said to be haunted by ghosts, including that of owner Leon Salberg, who died in his office in 1938. It also hosted former Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain, who gave a speech there in 1918 as a local MP.
In 2018, the Alexandra Theatre was officially relaunched following a £650,000 refurbishment and now has a seating capacity of 1,347 with a plush, royal blue interior. The theatre celebrated its re-opening by hosting the first stop of that year’s Motown the Musical tour. Now fondly referred to simply as The Alex by locals, it is best-known for popular events such as touring productions, entertainment and comedy from across the UK and West End.
Map and Address
Suffolk Street Queensway, Birmingham, B5 4DS
Frequently Asked Questions
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What food and drink are available at the Alexandra Theatre?
Please note that the Piano Bar is accessible by stairs only.
Theatregoers can also book the Ambassador Lounge when booking tickets, for bespoke pre-show and interval service including refreshments.