Date(s): Tue 26 May – Sat 30 May 2026
Fear will hold you prisoner.
Hope can set you free.
Despite protests of his innocence, Andy Dufresne is handed a double life sentence for the brutal murders of his wife and her lover.
Incarcerated in the notorious Shawshank facility, he quickly learns that no one can survive alone.
Andy strikes up an unlikely friendship with the prison fixer Red, and things start to take a slight turn for the better.
However, when Warden Stammas decides to bully Andy into subservience and exploit his talents for accountancy, a desperate plan is quietly hatched. . . Based on Stephen King’s 1982 novella, this thrilling stage production examines friendship and hope behind the claustrophobic bars of a maximum-security facility.
The 1994 feature film was nominated for seven Academy Awards.
Joe McFadden’s numerous television credits include PC Joe Mason in Heartbeat, Raf in Holby City and, of course, winning the 2017 series of Strictly Come Dancing.
Theatre credits include 2:22 A Ghost Story, The Rocky Horror Show and Agatha Christie’s The Mirror Crack’d.
Ben Onwukwe boasts a 30 year stage career including leading roles with the RSC and the Royal Court, and eleven years on TV as Recall McKenzie in London’s Burning.
Bill Ward is best known for his long-running performances as Charlie Stubbs in Coronation Street and James Barton in Emmerdale but most recently he has been baring all as Gerald in the UK tour of The Full Monty.
Adapted by OWEN O’NEILL & DAVE JOHNS Based on the novella Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption by STEPHEN KINGDirected by DAVID ESBJORNSON
The Shawshank Redemption
Performance(s): Tue 26 May – Sat 30 May 2026
Alexandra Theatre
Suffolk Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 4DS
Category: Plays
Frequently Asked Questions About The Alexandra Theatre Birmingham
Where is The Shawshank Redemption performing?
The Shawshank Redemption is playing at The Alexandra Theatre Birmingham, Suffolk Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 4DS.
How do I get to The Alexandra Theatre Birmingham?
Train: Birmingham New Street station is a 5 to 10-minute walk via the Station Street exit near the low-numbered platforms, heading south. Bus: Multiple routes stop on Suffolk Queensway directly outside. Car: Postcode B5 4DS. Parking: NCP Birmingham Smallbrook (3-minute walk), NCP Birmingham Queensway Tunnel (5-minute walk), or NCP Birmingham New Street on St Jude's Passage. Pre-book via the NCP ParkPass app for a better rate. Taxis and rideshares can drop off directly outside the main entrance.
How long is The Shawshank Redemption?
Plays typically run for approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours, with or without an interval. Please check the show listing or booking page for the exact confirmed running time.
What time should I arrive at The Alexandra Theatre?
We recommend arriving at least 20 to 30 minutes before the performance begins. This gives you time to collect or check your tickets, find your seats, visit the facilities, and browse refreshment options at the bar. Please note that latecomers may not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance.
How much are tickets at The Alexandra Theatre Birmingham?
Ticket prices at The Alexandra Theatre Birmingham typically start from £15.00, though prices vary by production. Always check the booking calendar for current pricing and availability.
Is there an age recommendation for The Shawshank Redemption?
Age recommendations vary by production. Please check the specific show listing or the ATG Tickets booking page for age guidance before booking.
Where is the best place to buy tickets for The Shawshank Redemption?
Tickets for The Shawshank Redemption at The Alexandra Theatre Birmingham are available securely via our booking partner ATG Tickets. Click the booking button on this page to see current availability, performance dates and times.