Carver Theater
Carver Theater
3.5
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This historic theater houses the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame.
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pisces63
Birmingham, AL168 contributions
Oct 2016 • Solo
This is an old theater that has been bought back to life. Great for concert and wedding, nice stage downtown 4th ave historic.
Written 12 November 2016
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Burr B
Birmingham, Alabama, United States66 contributions
Aug 2014 • Business
If you like music and history then the Carver is one of the 3 best places in Birmingham to visit. I've had the privilege of performing there on several occasions and I still get goosebumps. Anyone can rent the facility but I urge you to go doing a professional event. You won't be disappointed.
Written 7 June 2015
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Athena J
Bessemer, AL1 contribution
June 2015 • Business
I rented the venue and had a horrible experience with the hostess/representative for the theater. I was always told first impressions is a lasting impression but I found the overall representation for rental of the theater was misleading. She was cordially in the beginning but as more information was needed she was very rude and unprofessional. You'd think a PAID IN FULL client would have access to information that is needed for their special event. I was also told by her that my event which ranges in the $$thousands of dollars was not considered a special event to sit in black fold up chairs. SMH Even after I mentioned that if there was an amount I would pay and she told me $50 but it would have to be approved by the Executive Director. I prayed for her because I really don't believe she even realized the damage that was done. I don't ever want to rent that venue or any other venue in Birmingham because of the way I was treated by her. It cost me $765 cash and was not FREE. I will not recommend rental to anybody at that location.
Written 29 June 2015
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Jay B
Fairhope, AL1,105 contributions
Aug 2016 • Couples
We've been to the Carver twice in the last couple of years to view Sidewalk Festival films and have been thoroughly impressed. The old lady has been restored and now hosts films and other shows, especially events related to the Jazz museum adjacent to the theater. The theater is in the historic 4th Avenue North district downtown and is simply a very cool place.
Written 5 November 2016
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Shonny S
Birmingham, AL34 contributions
I think the venue could do with a little upgrading. Overall it was OK.
Nothing really inviting. ............
Nothing really inviting. ............
Written 27 May 2013
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andAwayIGo
Birmingham, AL117 contributions
Oct 2011 • Friends
I love this place for the classic feel of it. I also like attending events here, because all the seats are good seats in proportion to the stage.
Written 7 June 2012
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