The Alexandra
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The Alexandra is Birmingham’s home of Live Entertainment, Theatre, Musicals, Tours, Plays, Stand Up Comedy, Opera & more. We are an ATG Entertainment venue.
Joined April 2009
Dear Diary. we have a 'beautiful' announcement this Thursday ❤️💙💚💛
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Less than three weeks to go until @sasha_velour brings her one queen spectacular #SmokeAndMirrors to The Alex and we are READY! Book right now for this one-night-only effortless blend of drag, visual art, and magic ✨.📅 Mon 2 Mar.🎫
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After months of waiting, we are SUPER excited that @BenidormOnStage opens tonight! Join in the fun: #BenidormLive
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🛒 SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT 🛒 . The world premiere of HERE & NOW – the hilarious new musical based on the songs of STEPS - comes to Brum only this November! . Sign up for presale access 👉 📆 Presale & ATG+ Thu 8 Feb 8.30am.🎟️ General sale Fri 9 Feb 8.30am
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Just like a night out at the pub with your mates, audiences are loving the live tour of @distantpod. Don't miss @MikeBubbins, @elisjames & @SteffGarrero at The Alex on Monday next week!
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The brilliant @TheAntonDuBeke and @pernicegiovann1 take to our stage tonight, but first they had to officially reopen our theatre 🕺 🎉
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💃 HEATHERS THE MUSICAL OPENS TONIGHT 💃. Calling all Westerberg High fans! Don't miss @HeathersMusical here until Saturday. Hear what @liamdoyle1990 has to say about the spectacular musical in his interview on @BBCRadioStoke 📻 - listen from 12:45mins.
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👢 8 WEEKS TO GO Y'ALL! 👢.We are counting down the days until @9to5MusicalUK starring @Amber_Davies7 launches its UK tour right here in Birmingham! Yawn and stretch and book now!.🎫 -
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The Queens are back in Birmingham from tomorrow 💅 . Catch the last week of the @deathdropplay tour at The Alex from 23 - 27 Nov @willam @RaJahOHara @KarenFrmFinance @TheOnlyVinegar
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Have you seen @benidormonstage yet? Birmingham is LOVING this welcome dose of sunshine! Whether you're a hardcore BeniFan or a Virgin Colada - this show has something for everyone. Book today as it must close Sat 29 Dec: 🌴
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Boarding gates are well and truly open! Here until Sat 29 Dec, @BenidormOnStage is bringing The Solana cast to The Alexandra just in time for Christmas and the Birmingham press are loving this sunny dose of comedy! 🌴 Book today:
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The new trailer for @JamieMusical is giving us LIFE! This smash-hit British musical features West End star @LaytonWilliams & EastEnders’ much-loved @realshanerichie & bursts onto our stage Mon 16 Mar - Sat 21 Mar 👠.#JamieTour
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✨ BIRMINGHAM, START BELIEVING ✨. The magical, musical adaptation of @bedknobsonstage flies into Birmingham from 10 - 14 Nov Get a first look at this spectacular show, guaranteed to have you bobbing along in your seat 🛏️💫
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We can't believe tonight is the @bbcstrictly Quarter-Final! We are loving @keviclifton this season but we might be a bit biased as we can't wait for him to come to Birmingham next year with @GrazianoDiPrima and @jojo_radebe!.
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Massive thanks to @BhamCityCouncil for all the fun @benidormonstage had at Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market! They'll be back with us throughout December, and tickets are flying out! 🏖️
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🙌 IT'S OPENING NIGHT! 🙌.After months of waiting the day has finally arrived! @9to5MusicalUK starts its UK & Ireland tour right here in #Birmingham and we are READY! Have you got your tickets? Best availability Tue - Thu ⏰ .#9to5MusicalTour
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In the past two decades, Burn The Floor has revolutionised Ballroom style. Starring @bbcstrictly favourite @keviclifton and the new Italian heartthrob, @GrazianoDiPrima why not come along and feel the heat on Sun 21 Apr, 3pm ➡️
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😍 IT'S ASTOUNDING 😍. The cast of @rockyhorroruk left commuters shivering with antici. pation after their epic performance at @NetworkRailBHM on Tuesday With 1.2 million views on TikTok, check it out here 👉 📸 Adam Fradgley
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💍 CONGRATULATIONS 💍.What an afternoon. It's not every day we have an onstage proposal! She said yes! Huge congratulations from everyone at The Alex and @pangoeswrong ❤️
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LIMITED AVAILABILITY | Crossing Over With John Edward still has a few seats remaining, but they are selling fast! John has brought a fresh, honest and thought provoking attitude to the world of psychic phenomena. Don't miss out: @psychicmediumje
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😍 STEPPING INTO THE ALEX 😍. An iconic Friday in Birmingham as @OfficialSteps arrived at The Alex to launch @thestepsmusical - a brand new show coming to our stage this November 💙 . 📸 Jonathan Hipkiss.🎈 Gibbs Grazing & Events
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We are proud to announce today that Slade legend Noddy Holder has become the first ever Patron of our beautiful theatre! Here he is with our General Manager Lisa Mart. Read the full story here
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We're so happy that @keviclifton has been announced to continue as a @bbcstrictly pro!. If you can't wait until #Strictly is back then you can catch Kevin and a few other Strictly faves in @OfficialBTF here in April!. Limited tickets remain: .
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In a few months' time, Kieron Richardson and @shayneTward will be arriving at The Alex for @BandOfGoldPlay and we can't wait! Have you got your tickets yet?
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#WIN a pair of tickets to see @ThrillerLive at the @NewAlex_Theatre on Mon 7 Mar. To enter, FOLLOW & RT by 26 Feb
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🎶 The party's just starting, and you don't want to miss it! 🎶.We’re absolutely buzzing to announce that @LaytonWilliams & @realshanerichie will be joining the TOUR of @JamieMusical .Get ready guys because it’s going to be FABULOUS! #JamieTour
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February is LGBT+ History Month, & Everybody's Talking About Jamie is an important part of the story. Celebrating diversity, acceptance & visibility, this truly is a show anyone can relate to, and one you won't want to miss. Come see it here in March! 🏳️🌈.@LGBTHM @JamieMusical
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🎫 LIMITED AVAILABILITY 🎫. Don't miss @bbcstrictly favourites @keviclifton, @GrazianoDiPrima, and @jojo_radebe on tour in @OfficialBTF here in #Birmingham on Sun 21 Apr 2019, 3.00pm.
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👄 LIMITED SEATS REMAINING 👄 . If you're hoping to see the ever-dazzling International Queen of Burlesque here at The Alex, you'll need to act fast! There's only a few seats now remaining for @DitaVonTeese on Mon 14 and Tue 15 Mar. 🎫
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We can't wait for @keviclifton, @GrazianoDiPrima and @jojo_radebe to come to #Birmingham next month with @OfficialBTF!. There's limited availbility so make sure you get your ticket before it's too late.
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📺 ON ITV NOW 📺. Are you tuning in to @Rubywax's episode of @kategarraway's Life Stories on ITV now? Join us for Ruby's fascinating new tour, here at The Alex on Sat 23 Sep.
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Happy @BirminghamPride 🏳️🌈🏳️🌈🏳️🌈.Look out for our float in the parade ♥️.Be kind, be safe #BEYOU
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ West End Best Friend.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Small House Big Trips.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Theatretastic.⭐⭐⭐⭐ Birmingham Mail. HOW VERY 💚 @HeathersMusical is an absolute hit with audiences and critics alike. Playing until Sat 25 Sep, get your tickets now
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🎉 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO US! 🎉.Today The Alex turns 120 - and what an incredible 120 years it's been!.As we're unable to celebrate with you today we're going to make up for it when we reopen by giving away 120 prizes throughout the rest of the year! #120Years120Rewards #TheAlex120
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⏰ Who's planning to clock in for a night of mischief? ⏰ .We can't wait for @Amber_Davies7 and the cast of @9to5MusicalUK to open the tour right here in #Birmingham in just 1 month's time! #9to5Musical
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The wait is finally over. Today marks the day that we officially become The Alexandra. '. we are incredibly excited to celebrate our history by returning to our original name - The Alexandra.'.Lisa Mart, Theatre Director. We’re also super proud to reveal our brand-new logo!
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Today, after 491 days, our curtain will rise once more. Birmingham, we can't wait to welcome you back 🎉
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🎫 Tickets selling fast! 🎫. @bbcstrictly champion @keviclifton is set to burn up the stage in the world-famous dance show @OfficialBTF! Joined by @GrazianoDiPrima and @jojo_radebe, it'll be a night full of energy, fire, and unbelievable talent!.
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ON SALE NOW: The smash-hit musical @JerseyBoysUK comes to Birmingham from 16 Dec - 6 Jan. Have you booked yet? 🎤🎸💙🎺
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*NOW ON SALE* @SamanthaBarks will be coming to the New Alex in June with her first solo tour
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Check our Instagram story - @ thealexbham - as a certain @asaelliott is taking over to give you an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at @benidormonstage right now! 🌴🌴🌴
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👑 SASHA VELOUR 👑.Here's your approximate timings for Sasha Velour - Smoke & Mirrors this evening:.VIP ticket-holders Meet & Greet: 6.30pm - 7.30pm (please head to Box Office).Bars open: 6.30pm.Auditorium open: 7.30pm.Showtime: 8pm - approx 10pm .TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE!
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🤩 FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY 🤩. @themindmangler is coming to Birmingham, from the original cast of @playgoeswrong and BBC TV series @goodluckonstage. Henry Lewis and Jonathan Sayer star in this hilarious new comedy by @mischiefcomedy . Wed 18 Jan.🎟️
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The one and only @iamNATHANCARTER has a message for you Birmingham! 📣. Grab your tickets to see him on Sun 22 Sep here:
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Tonight is the night that Saturday Night Fever opens! We're definitely ready to bust out some moves.Don't miss this classic spectacularly reimagined in a big new music and dance extravaganza. Playing until Saturday 29 September. Tickets:
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The news is out! We can't wait to welcome @Sheridansmith1 to The Alex in Cilla - The Musical in November this year. Tickets on-sale from 10am tomorrow! 🧡.
🌟 Sheridan Smith, it’s official… 🌟. Tomorrow, Tuesday 10th March at 10 am, tickets go on sale for Cilla the Musical starring @Sheridansmith1! Commencing in Liverpool at @LiverpoolEmpire with a four week residency…
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🔮 MIND MANGLER 🔮. Following a sold out run at the Edinburgh Festival, @mischiefcomedy's Mind Mangler is a guaranteed night of ‘laugh filled, mind-bending silliness’ (Broadway World) that will leave you gasping for breath. 📷 Anna Clare Photography
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💄 BIRMINGHAM, LET'S GET SICKENING! 💄 . Check out the brand new production photos from @deathdropplay, heading to Birmingham from 23-27 Nov Featuring @willam @RaJahOHara @TheOnlyVinegar @KarenFrmFinance @hollywstars @Richard_Energy_ @IAmGeorgiaFrost 🕵️
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😍 OH, WHAT A CAST 😍. We're thrilled to introduce the sparkling @JerseyBoysUK cast!. Michael Pickering and Lewis Griffiths return as Frankie Valli and Nick Massi respectively, with Blair Gibson as Bob Gaudio and Dalton Wood as Tommy DeVito. Opens 7 Dec
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📻 LISTEN BACK 📻 . Kym Marsh @msm4rsh spoke to @bbcwm about @FatalOnStage which opens here tomorrow - listen back now to hear all the gossip about this iconic film brought to life on stage . Starts at 1.36.49
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On Sun 11 Nov @realrossnoble is is coming to dance around the New Alex stage, spinning out all the nonsense in his head into a hilarious stand up show! Book your tickets today for El Hablador: #comedy #rossnoble
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"The Alex is back, The Alex is back, The Alex is back!". Noddy Holder, Patron of The Alexandra, we love you!. #TheAlex120
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What a way to spend a two-show day! ❤️.
As said royalty was in for the @thealexbham matinee this afternoon and they don’t come more regal than the QUEEN of Benidorm herself; Dame Sheila Reid. #Madge @benidormonstage
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Following hits like Cat and The Lion and the Wardrobe, Cornley Drama Society are back on stage. Ahead of @playgoeswrong opening tonight, here's some of our suggestions for #PlayOnABudget. 💥 One Person is Talking About Jamie.💥 Joseph and his Coat . What are yours?
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⭐ REVIEWS ARE IN ⭐ . @Derrenbrown is taking Birmingham by storm, here until this Saturday .⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Weekend Notes.⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Bab About Town.⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ View from the Stalls
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#TheLastShip is a hit with #Birmingham press! Don't miss your chance to see @OfficialSting's new musical her at the New Alex before it sails away on Saturday @LastShipOnStage
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You're lucky. She's lucky. I'm lucky! WE'RE ALL LUCKY! Alison Hammond is joining the cast of @rockyhorroruk in Birmingham in May and we cannot wait! Grab those fishnets and book early before it's too late ➡️ 👠💄
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🎵 (5,6,7) 8 DAYS TO GO 🎵. Tickets for @thestepsmusical go on sale Fri 9 Feb & @OFFICIALSTEPS WILL BE AT THE ALEX!. Box Office opens 12.15.First 10 in the queue get a pic with Steps.One-off chance to 'buy' your tix from Steps.Gifts for fans . Queue early to avoid disappointment!
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We can't wait until our spectactular stage is bursting with life again. We miss you, Birmingham! #TheShowsWillGoOn
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📰📰📰 Hot off the press! @IAmChrisRamsey joins the line-up for this year's BBC Strictly Come Dancing! 🕺🕺🕺. Tickets for his visit to us in April next year are quickstepping out the door so grab yours whilst you can!
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The cast of @benidormonstage would like to wish Birmingham a Merry Christmas, whilst paying homage to our patron Noddy Holder! Benidorm Live must close Sat 29 Dec, so get in quick and enjoy some winter fun, even if you're new to the world of Benidorm!.🎫 -
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🔮 ON SALE NOW 🔮. Following overwhelming demand, @DerrenBrown returns to Birmingham from Tue 6 - Sat 10 Sep 2022 with his mind-blowing show, SHOWMAN. Tickets are on sale now
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What's On.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ West End Best Friend.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Choice Radio.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Small House Big Trips.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Behind the Arras. @AddamsFamilyUK is spooking Birmingham until Saturday 👻 . 🎟️
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Check in now open for our @benidormonstage press and gala night! Keep an eye on our Instagram story for live updates! 🌴
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❤️💛 THEATRECARD ON SALE 💚💙. Hot on the heels of its record-breaking run at The Other Palace, @HeathersMusical returns to The Alex from Tue 16 - Sat 20 May 2023 🥤. 🎟️ Now on sale to TheatreCard members.📣 Tickets on general sale Fri 28 Oct 10am
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.@benidormonstage writer @DerrenLitten wants to tell you something 😉. Only 4 days to wait!. P.S. He'll even be appearing in the show just for Birmingham!.
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📺 Tune in tonight to catch @SherrieHewson and @JakeCanuso chatting about @benidormonstage! #BenidormLive #BeniBrum.
The hit #ITV show #Benidorm is now going on a theatre tour🌴 more from the stars on where and when - @ITVCentral 6pm 🌴🌴
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We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Meat Loaf. Sending our condolences to all those affected at this time.
The company of Jim Steinman's Bat Out of Hell the Musical here in the UK is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of their great friend and producer, Meat Loaf. The beat is yours forever.
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Benidorm has landed and is bringing the sunshine to Birmingham! Here are your approximate running times:. Act 1: 57 minutes.20 minute interval.Act 2: 47 minutes. 🌴🌴🌴
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Happy New Year from @SteveSteinman & @SamBaileyREAL ! Swoop into 2019 with tickets for Vampires Rock on Sat 2 Feb, and have a frightfully rocking night. 🧛♂️🤘🧛♀️
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🎄 THE FESTIVE FOUR SEASONS 🎄 . The @JerseyBoysUK are doing Christmas well @AstonHallMuseum. The cast paid a visit to the iconic Birmingham venue last week and raised a glass to their festive run at The Alex 🥂 . #ChristmasAtTheAlex . 📸 Adam Fradgley
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📺 Are you watching @thismorning ? @MsGfaye & @shayneTward will be talking all things @BandOfGoldPlay on the sofa after 11am! Catch them at the Alex from 10 - 15 Feb!
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So exciting to have a week with @BM_AG and @brumhippodrome re-opening to the public, with @BirminghamRep following on soon after! Hugely impressive that these organisations have adapted and made this work - we really hope to be not too far behind them 💙.
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✨ ONE WEEK TO GO ✨.Prepare yourselves for a night of ART as @sasha_velour brings Smoke & Mirrors to The Alex next Monday. You have just 1 week to get your tickets for 'A blend of music, magic tricks and runway-worthy looks.' - V MAGAZINE.📅 Mon 2 Mar.🎫
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Attention all @BenidormTVshow fans! @SherrieHewson and @shelleylongwor2 have an important announcement about @benidormonstage for you.
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Black Country Radio .⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Small House Big Trips.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Susie Speaks .⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mummy of 3 Diaries.⭐⭐⭐⭐ Behind the Arras.⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Reviews Hub. @batthemusical is rocking with us until 15 Jan 🔥. Do anything for a ticket
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It's time to meet the cast of HERE & NOW @thestepsmusical. 💗 Rebecca Lock .💗 Hiba Elchikhe.💗 Sharlene Hector.💗 Blake Patrick Anderson. We know you're gonna have a real good time with us this November 😘. 🎟️
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SATURDAY | @iamNATHANCARTER brings his Wanna Dance tour to #Birmingham - A guaranteed great night out! ☘️🎤🎻
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We're got an exciting ticket giveaway happening over on our facebook page for @benidormonstage - go check it out and you could be checking in to the Solana next week!.
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On this #InternationalLegoDay we thought we'd share this great photo of our Theatre Patron, Noddy Holder, who was crafted into a colourful sculpture made out of more than 43,000 LEGO bricks a few years ago 😮🎸 #LEGO
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It's a positive day for culture in Brum as indoor venues can reopen! 🎉. Whilst we're busy preparing to reopen our own doors in late summer, please show your support to our friends across the city who are offering indoor, covid-secure performances & experiences from today.
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💙 EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE 💙. Funny, fabulous, feel good, and featuring none other than @realshanerichie!.Time to make your dreams come true: @JamieMusical . To keep everyone safe we have Covid guidelines in place:
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What a fab press & gala night tonight for Stage Experience! Our Theatre Patron Noddy Holder, MBE, popped backstage after the show to meet the hugely talented Boogie Nights cast & crew! 👏🏻🕺👏🏻. #stageex2018 #boogienights #thealex #theatrepatron #noddyholder
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🤩 JERSEY BOYS AUDIENCE REACTIONS 🤩 . "This show is 100% feel good". Birmingham audiences are absolutely LOVING @JerseyBoysUK which is with us until 1 Jan You'll be beggin' for a ticket 🎟️
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🛒 ON SALE NOW 🛒. Rompin' stompin', pumpin' jumpin', slidin' glidin', here we go… tickets are now on sale for @thestepsmusical 💙. 📆 Sat 9 - Sun 24 Nov
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🔍 CLUEDO CATCH-UP 🔎 . "It's much more modern, wacky and quirky than your average whodunnit". @missmcollins and @bbcwm's @Elise__Evans had a lovely catch up to spill the tea on what audiences can expect from @CluedoStagePlay. 🎧 Starts 00.40.16 -
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🎟 GRAND CIRCLE AVAILABILITY ONLY 🎟. It’s only two days until @DerrenBrown arrives in Birmingham and tickets are very limited!. Make sure to grab a seat in our Grand Circle before they're gone.
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The glorious weather might be behind us, but you can Let The Sunshine In when @Hair50UK explodes into Birmingham on Monday! Book now and #JoinTheTribe ➡️
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Robin Hood, a brand-new, socially-distanced pantomime comes to The Alex 15-31 Jan 2021! In partnership with @brumhippodrome, this is possible thanks to support from @TNLUK 😍 Presale for ATG TheatreCard members opens at 10am General sale - 10am 18th Nov.
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🚨 BREAKING 🚨.The heat is rising this summer as @adultpanto_tour returns - can you handle this?! @ChipShopBird, @Divinadecampo & @BluHydrangea_ headline 'Sleeping (with) Beauty' as The Frock Fairies! BOOK NOW!.📅 Mon 29 Jun.🎫
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