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Read our interview with Brandon Hearnsberger of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Alley Theatre.

Read our interview with Anna Ziegler of THE JANEIAD at Alley Theatre. Delving into the resilience of the human spirit, Anna reveals her hopes for the audience to recognize the beauty and fragility of life. We discuss the unique challenges she faced in balancing the epic tones of The Odyssey with the contemporary narrative of a 9/11 widow, Jane.

Read our interview with Mary Kate Moore as Audrey in Theatre Under the Stars production of Little Shop of Horrors. 

In the vibrant heart of Houston’s cultural landscape, the Garden Theatre stands out as a beacon of artistic innovation and community engagement. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with its esteemed artistic director, Logan Vaden, who is not only steering the theatre into exciting new territory but is also at the helm of a daring production of Stephen Sondheim’s Assassins. With a unique vision that marries classic storytelling with contemporary relevance, Logan Vaden is set to explore the complex themes of the musical, which delves into the minds of those who have attempted to assassinate American presidents. Join us as we discuss the artistic journey behind this production, the importance of Sondheim’s work in today’s society, and the future of the Garden Theatre.

As the curtain rises on a new chapter of her career, Michelle Elaine joining Alley Theatre's Resident Acting Company is one of the most thrilling recent events in the Houston theater scene.

What did our critic think of LUCIA DE LAMMERMOOR at Opera In The Heights?

Stages comes out swinging this fall season with a fantastic production of the world premiere of Bernardo Cubria's The Hispanic/Latino/Latina/Latinx/Latine Vote. This play is the surprise of this fall performing arts season and quickly becomes one of the best Stages has done recently. 

What did our critic think of SPRING AWAKENING at Rec Room Arts?

As the burgeoning of a new theater season descends upon the Houston performing arts scene, one of the exciting productions to come to Space City is the hit musical Dear Evan Hansen tour. BroadwayWorld Houston reached out to Hatty Ryan King, who plays the complex role of Zoe Murphy in the production. King is a promising young actor, and we discuss her start in acting, memorable roles, and how she is tackling the role. 

One of the more exciting productions in the Houston theater season is the upcoming production of Spring Awakening from Rec Room Arts. BroadwayWorld Houston sat with Houston actress Megan Mottu as she explored the role of Martha, juggling full-time work and being one of the more spectacular members of our community. 

Read our interview with Destyne R. Miller of SEVEN GUITARS at August Wilson In The Park.

What did our critic think of NEXT TO NORMAL at Houston Broadway Theatre?

Boy, I wanted to enjoy this way more. I have been an ardent fan of the Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Houston since I moved to Houston in 2021, and their post-pandemic performance of HMS Pinafore left me excited for future G&S Society of Houston productions. In 2023, they followed up HMS with Pirates of Penzance (the first of what I hope are many showings of this production), and again, I was excited to see what 2024 would bring. Unfortunately, with a change of venue, while there were some incredible performances, much was left to be desired. 

What did our critic think of THE WIZARD OF OZ at Queensbury Theatre?

One of the most exciting aspects of Houston is its burgeoning and exciting high school theater students! This past season, I had the fortune of seeing several students in the upcoming production of Les Miserables at Theatre Under the Stars this summer in their production of Something Rotten! at St. Johns School. Fortunately, these budding stars were able to answer questions about being cast in what promises to be an exciting production of the classic musical. These three students have some serious talent, and in conversation, it is easy to see where their talent lies.  Below are the answers of Arjun Singhal, who plays Enjolras, Liam Niznik as the protagonist, Jean Valjean, and featured ensemble member Daytoon Voorhees.

Explore the insightful play Laughs in Spanish at STAGES, a captivating blend of humor and cultural exploration. The play offers a fresh perspective on the human experience, highlighting the joys and challenges of navigating the world through the lens of language.

Sports. The word with various meanings, but always seems to perpetuate a game, a sparring of two teams or two people. This battle is well done on-stage with Rec Room Arts, King James. Rajiv Joseph’s expert play book ends the friendship of two male Cavaliers fans at the start of Lebron James career with the Cleveland team, and ends with the Cavalier winning the NBA finals in 2016. The ups and downs of the pair of friends, Matt (Blake Weir) and Shawn (Antonio Lasanta), guides the stage as a reflection of how basketball brings people together, and also how it can separate them. 

Casting and Theater superstar, Megan Larche Dominick is doing the incredible by bringing a Holiday musical to Houston audiences this winter season. Set in an office, Dominick and writing partner Dan Knechteges, explore a story of the holiday ups and down in this tantalazing musical. BroadwayWorld sat down with Dominick, to discuss writing The Ugly Xmas Sweater Musical and what any challenges they may overcome. 

One of the most exciting things that happens in every December is Theatre Under The Stars annual holiday production. This year, Houstonians are in for a treat with The Enchanted Edition of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella. In this fantastic prodution, Houston can witness Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies star, Jason Schmidt. BroadwayWorld sat down with Schmidt to discuss his beginnings, and his life as an actor. 

From her early days in the theater to her acclaimed roles in some of the most iconic productions, Sally Wilfert has left an indelible mark on the world of musical theater. She's graced the stages of New York City and beyond, consistently earning acclaim for her stunning performances in a wide range of roles. With a career that has spanned across the bright lights of Broadway, Sally has dazzled audiences with her incredible vocal prowess, heartfelt performances, and dynamic stage presence. As of this interview, she is currently delighting Houston audiences in TUTS production of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. BroadwayWorld Houston sat down with Wilfert to discuss her career, Sweeney Todd, and her future goals.