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2016 Spring Plays and Performances in Huntsville and North Alabama

2016 Spring Plays and Performances in Huntsville and North Alabama

When spring is in the air, there’s always a good show to be seen. Take a look at our local list of spring plays & performances in Huntsville and North Alabama. Ready to frolic? You’ll find a listing for Spring Break Camps, Bunny Sightings, Egg Hunts, Festivals and more in our 2016 Spring Activities Guide sponsored by the Heart of the Valley YMCA.

Go on, get started planning your spring of fun now.

March

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You Can’t Stop that Spiel Purim Musical

When: March 3-6 at 7PM
Where: Temple B’nai Shalom (map)
Cost: $10
More Info: Facebook | 256-536-4771

“You Can’t Stop that Spiel” is the eighth in a series of tongue-in-cheek Purim musicals telling the story of Esther through the music of Broadway. This year’s production has a talented cast and includes 14 musical numbers with from “The Book of Mormon”, “Wicked”, and “Hairspray” among other well-known shows. A dessert reception is included in the opening night performance (March 3rd).

Broadway Theatre League presents Blue Man Group

When: March 4 at 8PM; March 5 at 2PM and 8PM; March 6 at 2PM and 7:30PM
Where: VBC Concert Hall (map)
Cost: $18-$70
More Info: Website | Facebook | Ticketmaster | 256-518-6155

Blue Man Group will thrill Huntsville with its high-octane theatrical experience! Escape the ordinary and surround yourself in an explosion of comedy, music, and technology. This show is recommended for all ages and has a run time of approx. 1 hour 40 minutes, with no intermission. Expect the production to contain the use strobe lights, theatrical  haze, and fog.

The Wizard of Oz

When: March 4-5 and March 10-12 at 7:30 PM; March 6 & 13 at 2PM
Where: Grissom High Auditorium (map)
Cost: $10 – $18
More Info: Website | 256-428-8026

Like so many girls her age, little Dorothy Gale of Kansas dreams of what lies over the rainbow. One day a twister hits her farm and carries her away over the rainbow to another world. Come join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Cowardly Lion and Toto as they travel the universe of Dorothy’s imagination.  This production is written for live stage performance, even while it strives to look and sound just like the famous film in telling the story.

Huntsville High School presents Legally Blonde The Musical

When: March 4-5 and 10-12 at 7:30PM; March 5-6 and 12 at 2PM
Where: Huntsville High School Theatre (map)
Cost: $10 – $18
More Info: Website | 256-617-9470

A fabulously fun international award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery, and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. This action-packed musical explodes on the stage with memorable songs and dynamic dances.

Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside-down, however, when her boyfriend dumps her so he can start getting serious about his life and attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle uses her charm to get into Harvard Law. At school, she struggles with peers, professors, and Warner Huntington. With the help of Paulette and Emmett, though, Elle quickly realizes her potential and sets out to prove herself to the world.

Spring into a Puppet Show!

When: March 9 at 9:15AM and 10:30AM
Where: Bailey Cove Library (map)
Cost: FREE
More Info: Website |(256) 881-0257

This free, fun, springtime program is puppet story time for all ages which includes children’s picture books, music, rhymes, a craft, and of course, lots of puppets.

Sparkman High Theater presents Seven Brides for Seven Brothers

When: March 10 – 12 at 7PM; March 12-13 at 2PM
Where: Von Braun Center Playhouse (map)
Cost: $10 – $20
More Info: Website | 256-617-9470

Finding a wife in the 1850’s wasn’t easy for men living in the Oregon mountain region. That’s where we met Adam, a woodsmen who sets out for town to bring back a wife to tend to the cookin’, cleanin’, and mendin’. In town he meets Milly, and asks her to marry him. Her wedded bliss is cut short when she finds herself caring for Adam AND his 6 ill‐mannered brothers. Milly gets things under control by teaching the fellas proper etiquette and how to court a lady. But things go from bad to worse when the boys choose some brides against their will. This fantastically entertaining classic features energetic dancing and wonderful vocal performances, and good ole fashion fun!

Freckleface Strawberry: The Musical

When: March 11 at 9AM, 12PM & 7PM; March 12 at 2PM and 7PM; March 13 at 3PM; March 14-15 at 9AM
Where: Lee High Theater (map)
Cost: $8-$12
More Info: Facebook | 256-428-7600

Step inside the world of Freckleface Strawberry, a girl who will do anything to get rid of her freckles. In the musical version of the series’ debut book, Freckleface Strawberry must learn to love her freckles – and herself – with help from her good friends.  Join Academy Children’s Theatre as we bring Freckleface Strawberry to life at Lee High Theatre! Fun for the whole family, but especially great for young audiences. Tickets are available now at showtix4u.com!

Henry Cho Live

When: March 11 at 7PM
Where: Willowbrook Baptist Church (map)
Cost: $25
More InfoWebsite  |  Facebook

The Huntsville Inner City Learning Center is delighted to bring Henry Cho to Huntsville. Henry is of Korean American descent and was born and raised in Knoxville, TN. He moved to Los Angeles in 1989 to pursue his career. Cho often uses his childhood experiences as an Asian American in the South in his comedy. Cho’s comedy is CLEAN and can be enjoyed by the entire family! Henry’s TV credits include appearances on NBC’s The Tonight Show, CBS’s The Late, Late, Show, and NBC’s Young Comedians Special. He served two years as host of NBC’s Friday Night Videos and had many guest roles on various network sitcoms. Henry’s one hour Comedy Central Special, “What’s That Clickin Noise?” is currently running and he can also be heard on Sirrus, XM and Blue Collar Radio. He’s also a regular performer at the Grand Ole Opry.

Huntsville Youth Symphony Winter Concert

When: March 13 at 3PM
Where: Asbury United Methodist (map)
Cost: FREE
More Info: Facebook

The Huntsville Youth Symphony will play with classical guitarist Isaac Bustos the Rodrigo Concerto Aranjuez for Guitar and Orchestra, along with works by Maurice Ravel. The Sinfonia will play, with classical guitarist Phil Weaver, a Vivaldi Guitar Concerto.

Comic Science Improv ShowComic Science Improv

When: March 25 at 7PM
Where: Crosswinds Church (map)
Cost: $7 at the door; $6 each or $20 for four online; children 8 and under are free!
More InfoWebsite

Comic Science Improv is a north-Alabama-based troupe of actors who perform hilarious sketches based on suggestions given by the audience. Our shows are appropriate for all audiences, and consist of a collection of short scenes in which we play improv “games” — anything from speaking only in questions to reinterpreting favorite movies — based on suggestions from the audience. You tell us what to do, we make it hilarious. If you’ve ever seen “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” “Thank God You’re Here” or “Trust Us With Your Life,” you have some idea of what we do, but our shows are made better by the fact that our scene suggestions are coming from YOU, and not some Hollywood studio audience!

Huntsville Concert Band Spring Concert

When: March 29 at 7PM
Where: Latham United Methodist (map)
Cost: FREE
More InfoFacebook

The Huntsville Concert Band, directed by Marsha Asquith, will present its Spring Concert on Tuesday, March 29, at 7:00 PM at Latham United Methodist Church, 109 Weatherly Road in Huntsville. Our program for this performance will include music from Austria, Brazil, Cuba, France, Norway, and the United States. Robert M. Woosley, HCB principal trumpet, will be the featured soloist in Tico Tico by Zequinha de Abreu. There is no admission fee. Plan to attend and bring a friend!

April

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Monster Jam

When: April 1st at 7:30PM; April 2nd at 2PM & 7:30PM; April 3rd at 2PM
Where: VBC Arena (map)
Cost: Advance adult tickets are $62, $42 & $27. The $27 tickets are discounted to $14.50 for children ages 2-12 (For every 4 Children tickets at least 1 Adult ticket must be purchased.) Free for children under 2 years old. Ticket prices increase by $4 on the day of show.
More InfoVBC | Ticketmaster | 800-745-3000

Monster Jam starring the biggest performers on four wheels: Monster Jam trucks! The twelve-feet-tall, ten-thousand-pound machines will bring you to your feet, racing and ripping up a custom-designed track full of obstacles to soar over – OR smash through. The 2016 touring season brings more Monster Jam excitement tailored perfectly for your family’s budget, and these colorful, larger-than-life beasts are sure to capture the hearts of both young and old.

Madison Community Band Spring Concert

When: April 5th at 7PM
Where: Grace United Methodist (map)
Cost: FREE
More InfoWebsite

The Madison Community Band kicks off its 2016 concert season with its annual Spring Concert! Admission is free and the concert is open to the public. The band invites the audience to join them on a musical journey through time and space, history, war and politics, drama, comedy, fantasy and science fiction, magic, heroes and villains, love, friendship, thrills, chills, and wonders, and the triumph of the human spirit. All of this and more can be found in the music of John Williams.

Maypril Music Series on the Square

When: April 7-May 26th, Thursdays 5PM-8PM
Where: Downtown Huntsville (map)
Cost: FREE
More InfoWebsite | [email protected]

It’s that time of year again, free outdoor music on the Square! Starting on April 7th, the Maypril Music Series, presented by Appleton Learning, boasts free acoustic shows around the Square in Downtown Huntsville from 5-8 pm every Thursday night. Don’t forget, these free concerts fall during open Entertainment District hours, so you can stroll with your favorite beverage.

James Clemens Theatre presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast

When: April 7-9, 2016
Where: James Clemens Auditorium
Cost: Tickets $10 for students/children/military/seniors; $15 adults
More Info: Get tickets  | Facebook Page

Join Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is running out! If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.

Alabama Youth Ballet presents Cinderella

When: April 8-9 at 7PM and April 9-10 at 2PM; Special needs performance is April 7 at 7PM
Where: VBC Playhouse (map)
Cost: $12 – $18; Special needs performance on April 7 is free
More Info: www.alabamayouthballet.org | 256.881.5930

Alabama Youth Ballet Theatre is the non-profit performing company of Alabama Youth Ballet. Come see their performance of the timeless classic, Cinderella.

If you are family that encounters obstacles when attending theater events because some members in your family have special needs, Alabama Youth Ballet Theatre will be presenting a special performance on April 7th at 7PM that is free of charge for families with children with disabilities. AYBT would like to extend its gratitude to the community for 10 years of continual support by offering this performance as a special gift. Make sure to bring your camera for photos with dancers after the show!

Comedy Improv Show benefitting SARTEC

When: April 9 – Doors open at 7:15PM, show starts at 8PM
Where: Madison Hampton Inn, Ballroom (map)
Cost: $8 each (children 3 years old and under are free when seated on a paid adult’s lap)
More InfoFacebook | (256) 585-8449

This family-friendly comedy show benefits the SARTEC K-9 Unit, a non-profit organization and depends on donations to acquire equipment and training. The players will encourage audience participation, and snacks and beverages will be available for purchase. Seating is limited; to reserve seats, please call (256) 585-8449. Please park in back of the hotel and enter through the gate by the outdoor fireplace/chimney. 100% of money collected from seats sold will go to SARTEC, whose members are highly trained Rescuers with K-9 partners trained to work with Law Enforcement and Emergency Services organizations searching wilderness, urban, water, and disaster areas for people who are missing.

Huntsville Ballet Company presents Peter Pan

When: April 9 & 10 at 2PM; April 9 at 7:30pm
Where: Mark C. Smith Concert Hall of the VBC (map)
Cost: $22-$29
More Info: www.huntsvilleballetcompany.org

The Huntsville  Ballet’s  season  closes  with  the  world  premiere  of  Peter  Pan featuring original choreography by Artistic Director Phillip Otto. Take flight with Wendy, Michael and John as they follow Peter into the magical world of Neverland. High-flying adventure ensues as they join with the Lost Boys to battle the nefarious Captain Hook. The Huntsville Ballet Company is excited to interpret J.M. Barrie’s enchanting story through the beauty of ballet to in this original production at the Mark C. Smith Concert Hall of the Von Braun Center.

Peter Pan Adventure

When: April 9 from 12PM-2PM
Where: Mark C. Smith Concert Hall of the VBC (map)
Cost: $15; Package tickets including matinee admittance are available
More Info: www.huntsvilleballetcompany.org

An adventure awaits!  Pirates, pixies and kids of all ages are invited to join in a treasure hunt with games, prizes, crafts, and photo ops leading into the matinee performance of Huntsville Ballet’s Peter Pan.  The highlight of the event is a special demonstration time on the VBC stage with the cast members. Tickets are $15 for Peter Pan Adventure only; package tickets for Peter Pan Adventure and 2:00 p.m. matinee of Peter Pan are $30-$40.

Big Fish

When: April 15-17 and 21-23
Where: Lee Mainstage Theatre (map)
Cost: TBA
More Info: Facebook Page

Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed Columbia Pictures film directed by Tim Burton, Big Fish centers on Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman who lives life to its fullest… and then some! Edward’s incredible, larger-than-life stories thrill everyone around him – most of all, his devoted wife Sandra. But their son Will, about to have a child of his own, is determined to find the truth behind his father’s epic tales. Overflowing with heart, humor and spectacular stagecraft, Big Fish is an extraordinary new Broadway musical that reminds us why we love going to the theatre – for an experience that’s richer, funnier and bigger than life itself.

Marvel Universe LIVE!

When: Thurs., April 21st at 7PM; Fri., April 22nd at 10:30AM & 7PM; Sat., April 23rd at 10:30AM, 2:30PM & 7:30PM; Sun., April 24th @ 1PM & 5PM
Where: VBC Arena (map)
Cost: $17-$77
More InfoVBC | Ticketmaster | 800-745-3000

Marvel fans, assemble! Marvel Universe LIVE! is taking the live show experience to a whole new level, with a mind-blowing show unlike anything you’ve seen before. Watch your favorite Marvel Super Heroes including Spider-Man, Iron Man and Hulk and threatening villains come to life in an action-packed arena extravaganza, coming to cities around North America. You’ll definitely feel the energy with cutting-edge special effects, pyrotechnics, aerial stunts, martial arts, motorcycles and more, it’s being hailed as the most technically advanced live show ever. Join Marvel fans of all ages for this once-in-a-lifetime, monumental performance. The fate of the universe depends on it!

The Little Mermaid

fantasyplayhouse_logoWhen: April 22-24 and April 29-May 1
Where: VBC Playhouse (map)
Cost: $15 per ticket
More Info: www.letthemagicbegin.org | (256) 539-6829

Travel with the Little Mermaid to the Top of the Sea where she becomes friends with a funny but reluctant prince. Meet King Neptune, the Sea Urchin, Granny, and watch the Sea Witch as she desperately tries with the help of a pair of comical turtles to get her hands on the mermaid’s most precious possession. Writer William Glennon puts a contemporary spin on this Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale of the sea.

Concerts on the Dock

When: Fridays from 6PM-9PM, April 22-June 10
Where: Lowe Mill (map)
Cost: Free; $2 suggested for parking
More Info: Website

Concerts on the Dock has grown from a small gathering of music lovers to an institution in the Huntsville music scene since the first note was struck in 2008. This free, family friendly series is all about creating a laid back atmosphere for friends of Lowe Mill to enjoy original content and interesting new acts, Friday nights during the Spring and Fall. Bring chairs, picnics, friends and pets on a leash and join us under the water tower! Concerts on the Dock are always free but we ask a $2 suggested parking donation. Please carpool!

Broadway Theatre League presents The Illusionists

When: April 29 at 8PM; April 30 at 2PM and 8PM; May 1 at 2PM and 7:30PM
Where: VBC Concert Hall (map)
Cost: $18-$70
More Info: Website | Facebook | 256-518-6155

Direct from Broadway, the world’s best-selling magic show is coming to Huntsville! This mind-blowing spectacular showcases the jaw-dropping talents of the most incredible Illusionists on earth. This production has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on stage. Expect a non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions! Recommended for ages 7 and up.

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