Footlights & Felonies: A Walking Tour of Vaudeville, Film & Crime

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| Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Features

Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

1 hour

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

We will bring along an EMV Ghost Detector

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Footlights & Felonies: A Walking Tour of Vaudeville, Silent Film, and True Crime

Walking Tour Only - WE DO NOT ENTER BUILDINGS

Explore Birmingham's unique past on a captivating walking tour that delves into the city's chilling history of vaudeville stars and lingering spirits. Follow the path of a 1930s...

Duration 1 Hour
Group Tour
Max 24 people in the group

1
Lyric Theatre
Outside the Lyric Theatre, we’ll relive the dazzling nights when legendary vaudeville acts brought the house roaring to life—and uncover the eerie tales of the spirits still waiting for their final encore. Though we won’t step inside, the echoes of applause and whispers from the wings will make you feel...
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Alabama Theatre
Stand beneath the glowing marquee of the Alabama Theatre and hear chilling tales of its glamorous past, when vaudeville stars and silent film idols ruled the stage. From the sidewalk, you’ll learn why locals still whisper of phantom lights, unseen performers, and a restless usher who guards the theater long...
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Not Included

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