The Whole Backstage Theatre

06/02/2026

Jenna Carpenter is Aunt Eller in the Whole Backstage's Annual Summer Musical "Oklahoma!".

05/31/2026

From Johnny Brewer, Director

With performances just around the corner for Oklahoma!, I wanted to take a moment to share why this production is such a historic occasion for the Whole Backstage Theatre.

As many of you know, we often revisit popular musicals and plays every decade or so. Yet Oklahoma! has been absent from our stage for an incredible 49 years. When WBS first produced the show in 1977, it became a landmark production that helped shape the theatre's history. The influence of that original production can still be seen today in Reception Room #1, where Dot Moore's costume and set renderings, along with photographs from the production, remain proudly displayed.

Oklahoma! also has been one of only three Whole Backstage Theatre productions invited to perform on the concert hall stage of the then-Von Braun Civic Center. Even more remarkably, WBS was the first local theatre company ever invited to perform there, preceding the Huntsville theatre companies and helping pave the way for other community theatre organizations throughout the region.

I hope you will consider joining us as an audience member for this landmark production. Whether you have been part of WBS for decades or are experiencing our theatre for the first time, this production represents a rare opportunity to celebrate an important chapter in our history and witness the return of a show that helped define our organization.

Just as in 1977, Oklahoma! will feature a full live orchestra. Bringing a production of this scale to life requires a tremendous team effort, and we are fortunate to have a dedicated cast, orchestra, production staff, technicians, and volunteers working together to make this historic revival possible.

As we celebrate the return of Oklahoma! after nearly half a century, we also celebrate the generations of performers, volunteers, patrons, and supporters who have helped make Whole Backstage Theatre one of Alabama's most enduring community arts organizations.

Thank you for supporting the Whole Backstage Theatre and for helping us celebrate the return of one of the most significant productions in our history. I look forward to sharing this special experience with you.

Ticket sales are soaring with almost 1,000 out of 2,300 seats sold at this moment. Make your reservations today as tickets are moving fast. Go to our website at www.wholebackstage.com to get your seat reserved now.

Warm regards,
Johnny Brewer
Director, Oklahoma!
Whole Backstage Theatre

05/30/2026

Brandon Kelley is Ali Hakim in the Whole Backstage's Annual Summer Musical "Oklahoma!".

05/27/2026

Marc Muñoz is Curly McClain in the Whole Backstage's Annual Summer Musical "Oklahoma!".

05/26/2026

BIG NEWS!

General Admission Tickets for Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! at The Whole Backstage Theatre are officially ON SALE NOW!

With incredible excitement already building around this summer’s production, we strongly encourage everyone to get tickets early and plan ahead. Several performances are anticipated to sell out as we celebrate the return of one of America’s most beloved musicals to the WBS stage for the first time in nearly 50 years.

Join us June 19 through June 28 for an unforgettable theatrical experience filled with sweeping music, laughter, romance, dancing, a full live orchestra, and the timeless spirit of the American frontier.

Whether you grew up loving Oklahoma! or will be experiencing it for the very first time, this promises to be a magical summer event for the entire family.

Don’t wait too long… the surrey’s about to come rollin’ by!

Get your tickets today at:
www.wholebackstage.com

05/22/2026

🎭 The Whole Backstage Theatre is proud to announce our 2026-2027 Season!

This season, we celebrate 250 years of America’s stories and 53 years of the stage that brings our community together. From beloved classics and powerful dramas to crowd-pleasing musicals and holiday favorites, this lineup has something for everyone.

2026-2027 Mainstage Season:
Fall: “Steel Magnolias”
Winter: “Smoke on the Mountain”
Spring: “Harvey”
Summer: “Hairspray”

Holiday Fundraisers:
“Black Tie America”
“A Big Band Swingin’ Christmas”

Patron memberships information will be available on July 1st!

We cannot wait to share another unforgettable year of storytelling, music, laughter, and community with you at The Whole Backstage! Thank you for continuing to support local theatre for more than five decades!

Which show are you most excited about? 👀🎭

05/19/2026

The Whole Backstage Theatre is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 Dot Moore Memorial Scholarship: Marissa Lang and Kolton Hardin.

The Dot Moore Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the legacy of our founding mother, Dot Moore, and her lasting impact on The Whole Backstage Theatre and the arts community. This scholarship recognizes students who have demonstrated dedication, leadership, and a passion for theatre through their involvement with WBS.

Congratulations to Marissa and Kolton on this well-deserved honor. We are proud of both of you and look forward to seeing all you accomplish in the future! 🎭

05/18/2026

🎭 2026-2027 SEASON ANNOUNCEMENT… with a twist!

We’re so excited to reveal our upcoming theatre season, but where’s the fun in just telling you? So let’s play a game!

Can you guess each show from the emojis? Drop your answers in the comments below!

Everyone who correctly guesses the full 2026-2027 season lineup will be entered into a giveaway for one Featured Player Patron Package for the 2026-2027 season! The package includes 2 tickets to each show plus exclusive patron perks throughout the season.

The full season reveal is coming this Friday, May 22, but let’s see who can crack the clues first. The giveaway ends Thursday, May 21, at 12:00 PM.

Tag a friend who needs to play along!

Beware of scammers. The Whole Backstage Theatre will never ask for credit card information or other personal financial information from giveaway winners.

05/14/2026

05/13/2026

Experience the magic of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s timeless masterpiece, Oklahoma!, as The Whole Backstage Theatre proudly closes its historic 52nd Season with one of the most beloved musicals ever written. Directed by Johnny Brewer, this exciting new production brings the warmth, romance, humor, and sweeping music of the American frontier back to the WBS stage.

Patron Package holders may now redeem their tickets before seats are released to the general public. Due to extraordinary early demand, general public ticket sales have officially been moved up from June 1 to May 26. We encourage all patrons to secure their seats now for the best selection.

Featuring a live orchestra, dynamic choreography, unforgettable songs, and a large cast of talented performers, Oklahoma! promises to be a thrilling theatrical event for audiences of all ages.

Performances begin June 19, 2026.

Secure your seats now and be part of the magic as the curtain rises once again on Oklahoma! at The Whole Backstage Theatre.