The 2025 season at Alhambra Theatre & Dining is set to begin with the playing of Southern Fried Funeral, which is touted as a show that will bring a combination of laughter and Southern charm to the stage.
The show will be introduced on Thursday Jan. 9 and a gala night will take place on Friday, Jan. 10. It will run through Feb. 9 with performances Tuesday through Sunday evenings as well as weekend matinees.
Tickets for the show can be purchased by going to www.alhambrajax.com or by calling the box office at 904-641-1212. The box office is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Set in the small town of New Edinburgh, Mississippi, Southern Fried Funeral invites audiences into the chaos and hilarity of the Frye family as they gather to honor their late patriarch.
Packed with witty dialogue, eccentric relatives, and a heaping helping of Southern hospitality, the play is a hilarious exploration of family dynamics, love, and resilience.
“We’re thrilled to kick off 2025 with such a joyful and relatable production,” said Craig Smith, managing partner of Alhambra Theatre & Dining. “This show is a celebration of the humor and heart that bind families together, and we know our audiences are going to love it.”
In addition to the stellar performances, Alhambra’s signature dining experience will complement the evening. Guests can savor a mouthwatering menu inspired by Southern cuisine, created by Executive Chef DeJuan Roy.
The three-course menu options include a main course of either Aunt Mae’s Southern fried chicken, pulled pork, blackened catfish or fried white bean cake, as well as fried green tomato salad or navy bean with ham soup with a corn bread crouton for the first course.
The dessert options include either strawberry shortcake or warm peach cobbler with whipped cream.
