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Visiting The Alexandra: what to know before you go

Station Street, B5 4DS, Birmingham, United Kingdom

The Alexandra is a theatre building in Birmingham, open since 1901, with room for about 1,347 people.

Of the 12 upcoming shows with a published time, 75% start at 19:30 – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.

Most dates fall on Sunday and Friday.

The busiest month ahead is February 2027, with 3 dates.

5 public transport stops are within walking distance (Train and Tram / light rail); the nearest is Central Goods railway station, 260 m away.

The Alexandra

Key facts

Type of venue
Theatre building
Capacity
1,347
Opened
1901
Address
Station Street, B5 4DS, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Upcoming events
13
Usual start time
19:30
Busiest days
Sunday, Friday

The Alexandra, month by month

  • November 20262 dates, including Chris Ramsey: Here Man and Adam Rowe - Fashionism
  • December 20261 date, including What's Love Got to do With it? - The Ultimate Tribute to Tina Turner
  • January 20271 date, including Ed Gamble - Fresh Hell
  • February 20273 dates, including Vanessa Williams: Live In Concert, Nathan Carter and His Band Live and Maisie Adam: Whatsherface
  • March 20273 dates, including The Good, The Bad & The Rugby / Off Road, The Best of Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells I II & III and Phil Wang: UH OH
  • April 20272 dates, including Tim Vine: Sillypun Valley and Scott Bennett - Stuff

Ticket prices

What the programme holds: Comedy (7), Concerts (4) and Plays & Musicals (2).

Arriving by public transport

  • Central Goods railway stationTrain260 m
    3 min walk
  • Birmingham New StreetTrain300 m
    4 min walk
  • Birmingham Moor Street StationTrain690 m
    9 min walk
  • Bull Street tram stopTram / light rail730 m
    9 min walk
  • Snow Hill StationTrain760 m
    10 min walk

Arriving by car

4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 100 m from the venue.

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The Alexandra: practical questions

How many people fit in The Alexandra?

The Alexandra has a capacity of about 1,347; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.

When did The Alexandra open?

The Alexandra opened in 1901.

What time do shows start at The Alexandra?

Usually at 19:30 (75% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.

What is the nearest stop to The Alexandra?

Central Goods railway station (Train), 260 m away – about 3 min on foot.

Can I park near The Alexandra?

Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 100 m away.

What kind of events does The Alexandra host?

Upcoming dates by category: Comedy (7), Concerts (4) and Plays & Musicals (2).

Which month has the most events at The Alexandra?

February 2027, with 3 dates, including Vanessa Williams: Live In Concert and Nathan Carter and His Band Live.

Which other venues are close to The Alexandra?

O2 Institute (930 m), O2 Academy Birmingham, UK (330 m), O2 Institute2 Birmingham (930 m) and Symphony Hall (720 m).

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