Theaters in Birmingham, MI

The best theaters in Birmingham, MI offer two distinct outings: first-run and independent films in 1920s-era cinemas, or live performances at a community theater with more than a century of history. Birmingham Village Players, at 34660 Woodward Ave, has the highest Google rating of these three venues: 4.8 stars from 183 reviews. Its focus is live performance, with a free parking lot and wheelchair-accessible seating among its practical features. For movies, Emagine Palladium and Birmingham 8 both hold 4.4-star Google ratings. Palladium has the larger review count—1,479 compared with 868—and occupies a circa-1927 building at 209 Hamilton Row. Its eight screens show first-run and indie films, and an on-site restaurant and bar make food and drink part of the visit. Birmingham 8, at 211 S Old Woodward Ave, pairs an original marquee with eight small screening rooms showing new releases and independent films. It serves food and alcohol and has a bar, but no restaurant. Its listed parking options include free and paid lot and street spaces, while Palladium lists paid garage, lot, and street parking. All three welcome children, giving families options for both movie screenings and live theater in Birmingham, MI.

  • Emagine Palladium in Birmingham

    Emagine Palladium

    4.4(1,479)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 1479 reviews (Google rating)

    Theater

    Emagine Palladium is an eight-screen movie theater at 209 Hamilton Row in Birmingham, MI, housed in a circa-1927 building.

  • Birmingham 8 in Birmingham

    Birmingham 8

    4.4(868)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 868 reviews (Google rating)

    Theater

    Birmingham 8 is a 1920s-era cinema at 211 S Old Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI.

  • Birmingham Village Players in Birmingham

    Birmingham Village Players

    4.8(183)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 183 reviews (Google rating)

    Theater

    Birmingham Village Players is a community theater at 34660 Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI.