Theatres in Birmingham
Not quite London's West End, however, Birmingham has a good number of fantastic theatre's for those with a thespian bent. From former West End musicals, to amateur dramatics, it can all be found in Birmingham.
Birmingham Hippodrome - Hurst Street +44 (0)870 730 1234
The Birmingham Hippodrome is arguably Birmingham's main theatre. It has staged many world class professional productions, with the recent performance of Starlight Express being a prime example of how the theatre can take a West End musical and keep the audiences filling the seats. The Birmingham Hippodrome has not long undergone a massive refurbishment, so an even better reason to go to and see a show.
The Birmingham Repertory (The Rep) - Broad Street +44 (0)121 236 4455
The Birmingham Rep is located in the Convention Quarter next to Broad Street. You wont find many sing-a-longs on stage here, but there are plenty of comedy's and plays.
The Alexander Theatre - Station Street +44 (0)870 607 7533
On first impression of this Birmingham theatre, you may think that it's the smallest theatre in the world. What you wouldn't know is that from the main entrance and bar, you cross a bridge over a small street to get to the auditorium. All good fun. Although no where near as much fun as the acts you'll see on stage.