Red Mountain Theatre presents “Roaring Twenties: An Immersive Theatrical Experience” from July 8 to 31

 

Red Mountain Theatre reopened in their new

space on  Southside in the Parkside district with an "immersive theatrical experience." This was also a chance to tour the new campus.  There were six scenes with each one taking place in/on  different stages throughout the building. In various scenes the audience participated. Audience participation was the immersive part.

  NOTE:  the audience was asked not to photograph or video the performances and I complied. Therefore only 3 personal photos. But, I have copied those from Bham Now and given recognition credit to the photographer, Nathan Watson.

Added fun was having to give the password (Bees Knees) to the gangster  peering through a slatted door before being allowed into the Speakeasy. 

The storyline was similar to Romeo & Juliet but, without its mortal ending.   A young couple in love must keep their love a secret due to their families being rival mobsters.  There was action, drama, and comedy. 

Once inside the adventure began.  All music was live. 

The first act was a magician

who jumped on top of my table and performed a magic trick using large metal rings. A young boy in the audience who looked to be maybe age 12, came up and assisted and tried his hand at the trick.

Some of the other acts  throughout the night included tangoes, gymnastics,

 Photos via Nathan Watson & Jacob Blankenship for Bham Now
singing, flapper dancing,

Excitement awaits you at Roaring Twenties: An Immersive Theatrical Experience. Photo via Nathan Watson for Bham Now

psychic mediums,

This mystic appears to be conversing with the dearly departed—or is she? Photo via Nathan Watson for Bham Now

 Cole Porter interpretation done by a performer who was an excellent pianist,

Cole Porter composing a tune inside his famous Waldorf-Astoria apartment. Photo via Nathan Watson for Bham Now
gangster fight

 Photos via Nathan Watson & Jacob Blankenship for Bham Now
and finally a live band with two female singers.

A live Jazz band will cap off your visit to the speakeasy at Red Mountain Theatre. Photo via Nathan Watson for Bham Now
The audience was welcomed to get up and dance. Since this was the last scene you could leave whenever.   Availing oneself of the giggle water (bar drinks) for sale was encouraged.  I surprisingly noticed that some of the songs were modern but with a 1920's beat and tempo. The lady above was singing, "Living My Life Like It's Golden."

Costumes, music, scenery, acting, lighting etc. was superb.  Social distancing was observed with there being only a small amount of guests allowed inside of each scene.

What a great evening. 

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