Live Theatre in the Magic City
Celebrating 19-years of riveting, cutting-edge live theatre. And we’re just getting started!
Theatre Downtown is dedicated to exposing Birmingham audiences to the most entertaining, engaging, and innovative shows as well as serving as an outlet for original works and other artistic endeavors.
Our Mission
Theatre Downtown was founded in 2006 by Billy Ray Brewton and Cindy deSa, and is now operated by a Board of Directors as a 501(c)3 non-profit entity. Originally located inside the former Playhouse location on Third Avenue North, Theatre Downtown moved from there to a temporary basement location at Birmingham AIDS Outreach before moving to the Fifth Avenue Antiques location in 2009. After losing its home in 2019, Theatre Downtown is now proud to call Fourth Avenue North its new home…for a new beginning!
Our Story
FAQ
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Tickets can be purchased online and at the door, though we cannot guarantee admission. We recommend purchasing your tickets in advance.
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TDT’s famous “Hobo Night” has been around since our very first production. It allows attendees to pay what they can afford, an accessibility option that removes cost barriers to those who might otherwise be unable to enjoy the arts in Birmingham. “Hobo Night” is the second Friday of each production. “Hobo” priced tickets are only available at the door.
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Just reach out! You can email theatredowntown@gmail.com and let us know how you’d like to get involved, whether it be on stage, back stage, or front of house!
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Yes. Audience members in need of extra assistance should notify the theatre prior to arrival. We have a step-free back entrance as well as a portable ramp for the front entrance.
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Yes, but only as part of our “Emerging Visions” New Playwright Program. If you submit outside of that program, we cannot guarantee your script will be read. Roll the dice and take your chance!