Behind the Scenes Tour at the Alexandra Theatre
Overview
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Today we have an exclusive booking for Spice to explore behind the scenes, of this lovely theatre in Birmingham City Centre.
Birmingham’s beloved theatre, The Alexandra, was built in 1901 by William Coutts and throughout its vast history, has become home to first class entertainment. In 2018, the venue underwent an extensive refurbishment and reverted to its original name, The Alexandra. The theatre is a valuable contributor to culture within Birmingham and the West Midlands, presenting first-rate musicals, drama, comedy and more.
Todays tour will covers all parts of their historic building (there are many stairs and they don’t have a lift). You will get a chance to go on stage, peek into a dressing room, explore the auditorium and find out more about their rich history.
Includes
- Exclusive behind the scenes tour
- Hot drink and biscuits
- Volunteer Spice Coordinator
Extras
- Potential for an optional nearby lunch afterwards
Notable performances at The Alexandra Theatre include Chicago, Fame and An Inspector Calls, with new shows added regularly. It’s seen many famous faces throughout the years and continues to bring star-studded shows to Birmingham straight from London’s West End.
If you're a theatre enthusiast or just curious about the inner workings of your local theatre, this tour is for you.
Location & Itinerary
The Alexandra in Birmingham was built in 1901 and over the last century has become one of the leading performance venues in the West Midlands, hosting acclaimed musicals, drama, comedy, and concerts. The Alexandra underwent a £650k refurbishment and rebrand in 2018 revamping the auditorium and front-of-house spaces.
*Please note that these tours require a lot of walking which include stairs and unfortunately the venue do not have a lift. If you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact the Spice Office.
There is a designated drop off point located at the front of the Main Entrance on Suffolk Street Queensway.
Parking: The theatre does not have its own car park but there is a public car park for public use within 200m. This is the NCP on New Street which is located on St Judes Passage, B5 4AN
| Type | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Members Behind the Scenes Tour | £13.00 | Sold Out |
| Guest Behind the Scenes Tour | £13.00 | Sold Out |
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Host & Everything Else
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