What's on at Birmingham Theatres
Birmingham is home to some spectacular theatres which host world-famous musicals, global names, ballet, opera, and comedy shows. The most famous names being The Birmingham Hippodrome, The Repertory Theatre (The REP), and The Alexandra Theatre. For anyone wanting a theatre-centred stay, aparthotel Birmingham delivers unbeatable convenience right in the cultural heart of the city with our luxury service apartments, perfect for couples or family stays.
What’s on at Birmingham Hippodrome
20-minute walk from aparthotel Birmingham or a 12-minute drive.
Nestled in Birmingham’s vibrant Southside district, the historic Birmingham Hippodrome is just a short walk from New Street or Moor Street station and is a stone’s throw from Chinatown, the Gay Village and other attractions.
Mary Poppins
Grab your umbrellas and a spoon full of sugar – Mary Poppins is in town from Thursday 24th July – Saturday 23rd August 2025! The magical tale of the world’s most famous Nanny is embarking on a UK & Ireland tour and will be here in Birmingham for just 6 weeks only. It will bring along its famous songs such as ‘Step in Time’, ‘Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious’, ‘Feed the Birds’ and more, non-stop choreography and standing ovation-worthy performances by Stefanie Jones and Jack Chambers who are reprising their roles as Mary Poppins and Bert. Tickets from £30. Book your tickets here.
Birmingham Royal Ballet - Black Sabbath - The Ballet
The most unlikely collision of worlds! This tribute to the pioneers of heavy metal, Black Sabbath, which premiered back in 2023, is back in Birmingham for a limited show run this Autumn 2025. Following the recent passing of Birmingham’s best, Ozzy Osbourne, will serve as an electrifying ode to honour the late Prince of Darkness. Performances are running from Thursday 18th September – Saturday 27th September 2025. Tickets from £25. Book tickets here.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical
From 15th October – 15th November 2025, Birmingham is set be swept into the world of glitz, grandeur and love! A multi award winning production on Broadway and the West End (including Best Musical, Best Direction and Best Choreography), this is the first time the show is touring the UK, making the Birmingham run a landmark cultural moment for the city. It is absolutely not to be missed – book your tickets here!
The Nutcracker 2025
A festive annual tradition here in Birmingham is watching the spectacular performance of the Nutcracker, brought to you by the Birmingham Royal Ballet at the Birmingham Hippodrome. Sir Peter Wright’s timeless production of the Christmas classic will transport you straight to an enchanting winter wonderland of dancing snowflakes, magic, twinkling Christmas trees and even a Sugar Plum Fairy. Tickets from £26. Performances are between Friday 21st November – Saturday 13th December 2025. Book your tickets here.
Matilda The Musical
Perfect for children aged 6+, the multi award-winning musical, Matilda The Musical, which is inspired by the beloved Roald Dahl classic, is heading back out on tour across the UK. Its Birmingham stop will run from Wednesday 1st July 2026 – Sunday 2 August 2026. Bursting with catchy song numbers and positive lessons to be learnt about imagination and bravery for your little ones, this global phenomenon is not to be missed. Book your tickets here. Tickets from £25.
What’s on at The Alexandra Birmingham
17-minute walk from aparthotel Birmingham or a 6-minute drive.
The Alexandra presents a diverse programme of touring West End musicals, stand up comedy, drama, talks, concerts and family shows, from mainstream musicals to comedy acts and special events.
Natural History Museum presents Dinosaurs Live!
For the first time ever, London’s Natural History Museum’s dinosaurs are going on tour! On Sunday 31st August 2025, the National History Museum has collaborated with Mark Thompson Productions to take you on this exciting pre-historic adventure where the dinosaurs are brought to life! Tickets are from £16.50. Book your tickets here.
The Bodyguard
The romantic musical The Bodyguard, will be here at The Alexandra Birmingham from Saturday 20th September - Saturday 27th September 2025. Tickets from £30. Featuring famous classics including Queen of the Night, Saving All My Love, Run to You, I Have Nothing, Greatest Love Of All, Million Dollar Bill, I Wanna Dance With Somebody and one of course, I Will Always Love You. Book your tickets here.
Cirque: The Greatest Show - Reimagined
Perfect for the whole family, this dazzling crossover between musical theatre and circus spectacle is at the Alexandra Birmingham Sunday 20th July 2025 and Thursday 6th November 2025. Expect songs from The Greatest Showman, Moulin Rouge, Rocketman, La La Land paired with acrobats, aerialists, contortionists, trapeze artists, and more. Tickets from £31 – book here.
Legally Blonde
Are you ready to bend and snap from Tuesday 31st March 2026 – Saturday 4th April 2026? This feel-good rom com follows Elle Woods on her journey of getting into Harvard Law School, proving that pink has a place in the court room! Tickets from £15 – book here.
What’s on The REP (Birmingham Repertory Theatre)
17-minute walk from aparthotel Birmingham or an 8-minute drive.
Located in Centenary Square, Broad Street, The Rep is a powerhouse producing theatre, presenting a wide mix of comedy, drama, musicals, dance, family shows, and new writing.
Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts
Marking the first-ever major stage adaptation of the famous detective. An inventive stage adaptation in The House, offering a supernatural twist on the classic Morse detective tales. Expected to run from Thursday 28th August – Sunday 14th September 2025.
Emma
This delightful new stage adaptation of one of Jane Austen’s famous tales, Emma, celebrates the 250th anniversary of the author’s birth. Showing from Monday 29th September – Saturday 4th Oct 2025. Tickets from £25. Book here.
Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas
A brand-new Christmas comedy-mystery musical featuring songs by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, will be showing from Friday 14th November 2025 – Sunday 11th January 2026. Holmes investigates eerie actor deaths linked to the 12 Days of Christmas in this “warming and deeply daft” festive spectacle.
The Battle
Are you team Oasis or team Blur? A new comedy play by John Niven exploring the Britpop rivalry between Oasis and Blur. It premieres at The Rep from Wednesday 11th February - 7th March 2026.
Where to stay?
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