Myrtle Beach is a renowned tourist destination and it’s more popular for its stunning beaches and cool
ocean water. However, the next time you are in town, you may want to try the theater scene too. The town
features a wide variety of theater options. From small and intimate productions to bold large scale ones,
the options are endless. And it doesn’t matter whether you are a regular theatergoer or not. The
experience will still be worthwhile.
Here are a few great theaters shows to look forward to the next time you are in Myrtle Beach:
1. Alabama Theatre
The Alabama Theatre is one of the biggest stages in town. One of the best shows to watch out for is titled
“ONE.” The show is a variety production and features singing, comedy, dancing and much more. It’s also
ideal for audiences of all ages and it will get you and your family singing along with the musical from
start to finish.
The Alabama Theatre also transforms into a winter wonderland during Christmas with the South’s
Grandest Christmas Show. The show runs from November to December. In addition to this, there are also
other guest shows that are hosted in the theater including The Oak Ridge Boys in March, the Midtown
Men, Three Dog Night, Bee Gees Gold, and Four Tops. The guest shows are available all year round so
you can come and enjoy anytime.
Don’t also forget to keep your eyes for the Master Impersonators The Edward Twins, Jeanne Robertson,
the Carolina Beach Music Awards, the 1964 Tribute, Josh Turner, and Coasters, Drifters, Platters. These
shows will be scheduled at a specific month during the year. You can check in with the Alabama Theatre
website to know the exact dates for specific shows and how you can get tickets.
2. The Carolina Opry Theater
The Carolina Opry Theater has stood tall for 30 years offering several entertainment options for both
locals and visitors in Myrtle Beach. The theater features the “Carolina Opry Show” as its main event. The
show combines singing, comedy, and dancing. It also hosts the Time Warp show that features songs from
way back in the 60s, the 70s, and the 80s.
Don’t also forget to catch the Carolina Opry Christmas special. It’s a south themed Christmas show that
will bring the magic of the holidays in the air to life. The show comes with modern Christmas songs,
beautiful costumes, dancing, comedy, and incredible storytelling.
The theater is also home to the renowned Myrtle Beach Performing Arts Series. The series brings in
special guest performers from around the US. Some of the guest concerts to look out for include “Hotel
California: A Salute to the Eagles”, “Craig Morgan”, “Waves of the Future”, “The Four Italian Tenors”
and others. The guest concerts run through the year. In essence, you will always have a performance
every month to enjoy. You will also love, Invincible: A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson, Blind Boys
of Alabama, Lonestar, Killer Queen, the Music of ABBA: Arrival from Sweden, the Gaither Vocal Band,
The Blue Oyster Cult, among others.
3. Hypno Jimbo Comedy Hypnosis Stage Show
This venue is conveniently located off Highway 501 in the old Waccamaw Pottery Mall. There are two
fun shows to look forward too when you are there. The Late Night Web Show is the first and it actually
allows guests to be part of a real-life talk show. It may sound a little out of the box but it’s also very fun
for those who participate. The show takes place every Tuesday and Friday.
The second show to also keep in mind is the Hypno Jimbo Comedy hypnosis show. It takes place three
times a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. As the name suggests, the event will hypnotize
guests and they will also get involved in other gut-busting hijinks. The show is made for adults but it can
be fun for the entire family.
4. GTS Theatre
The GTS Theatre is a famous cabaret-style stage and it’s no surprise it has been a big favorite for both
locals and visitors to the town. The theater is not that old. In fact, it opened just a few years ago along the
Highway 17 Bypass just near the Market Common. The shows on the menu are also quite outstanding.
You can enjoy the Motor City Musical – A Motown Tribute Show, Men of Motor City, Christmas in
Dixie – Redneck Style, Michael Barefoot – Magic & Comedy Show among others. The GTS Theatre is
more of a hidden gem and if you’re looking for a quiet place where you can hide away as you enjoy the
best in performing arts, it will surely be the ideal stop for you.
Myrtle Beach is a top tourist destination and it has so much to offer in the theater and performing arts
scene. The theaters above will be packed with enough entertainment for you and the whole family this
year.