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God of Carnage

God of Carnage

By Yasmina Reza | Translated by Christopher Hampton | Directed by Dennis McLernon

October 16-20, 2024

Tensions emerge when a playground altercation between eleven-year-old boys brings together two sets of Brooklyn parents for a meeting to resolve the matter.


Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812

Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812

An electropop opera ripped from a slice of Tolstoy's War and Peace

Book, Lyrics & Music by Dave Malloy | Directed by Santiago Sosa | Music Direction by Carolyn Violi

November 13-17, 2024

When young and impulsive Natasha Rostova falls under the spell of the roguish Anatole, it is up to family friend Pierre to pick up the pieces of her shattered reputation.


The Revolutionists

The Revolutionists

By Lauren Gunderson | Directed by Jack Cannon

February 26-March 2, 2025

Four beautiful, badass women lose their heads in this irreverent, girl-powered comedy set during the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror.


She Kills Monsters

She Kills Monsters

By Qui Nguyen | Directed by Santiago Sosa

March 26-30, 2025

This heart-pounding high-octane romp into the world of fantasy role-playing games is laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres and 90s pop culture!


Freaky Friday

Freaky Friday

Book by Bridget Carpenter | Music & Lyrics by Tom Kitt & Brian Yorkey | Based on Novel by Mary Rodgers and The Disney Films | Directed by Roy Lightner | Music Direction by Anthony Smith

April 4-19, 2025

In this Red Mountain Theatre and UAB Department of Theatre collaboration, an overworked mother and her teenage daughter magically swap bodies and have just one day to put things right again!


Touring Showcase 1

Touring Showcase 1

Sept 28, 2024 @ 2pm

“THE PRINCE & THE PAUPER” This commedia version of the Mark Twain classic is packed with physical comedy, clowning, antics, and sight gags! Written by Lane Riosley and directed by Jack Cannon. 45 minutes. GRADES: K-5.

“LAUGHABLY SHAKESPEARE” Let the Bard tickle your funny bone with this hilarious collection of scenes and monologues from Shakespeare's comedies. Adapted and directed by Santiago Sosa. 45 minutes. GRADES: Middle/High School.


Touring Showcase 2

Touring Showcase 2

Sept 28, 2024 @ 6pm

“SIDEKICKS” (Cabaret) Featuring Olaf, the Genie, and some Oompa Loompas, Sidekicks celebrates the friends of your favorite heroes. Get ready to sing along with songs from Beauty and the Beast, Mean Girls, Little Mermaid, and more! Directed by Valerie Accetta. Musical Director: Carolyn Violi. 45 minutes. ALL AGES.

“BROADWAY TODAY” This cabaret celebrates the best of contemporary musical theatre! Director/Choreographer: Roy Lightner; Musical Director: Carolyn Violi. 45 minutes. GRADES: Middle/High School.


The Freshman Showcase

The Freshman Showcase

October 5, 2024

An exciting night of songs, monologues, scenes, and guest performances by transfer students.


UAB Theatre Performance Showcase

UAB Theatre Performance Showcase

December 6, 2024

B.A and B.F.A students present scenes, songs and monologues from classical and contemporary theatre.