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Cast and Creative Team Set for THE GLASS MENAGERIE at Alley Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2025

The Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team of Tennessee Williams’s The Glass Menagerie. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: PLAYHOUSE CREATURES at Lionwoman Productions
by Brett Cullum - Nov 13, 2024

During an interview I did with Michelle Britton a few weeks ago, she mentioned she “didn’t want to become the Alley” and that her Lionwoman Productions is “about helping people understand each other better.” Certainly, PLAYHOUSE CREATURES is right up there in rivaling the quality of the Alley!

THE SECRET GARDEN Returns To Atlanta in Large-Scale Theatrical Concert
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2022

Cobb PARKS and the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre are teaming with the Atlanta Lyric Theatre to break holiday tradition and produce the classic musical, THE SECRET GARDEN.

Review: 4th Wall Theatre Company Strikes a Spooky Chord in Lucas Hnath's THE THIN PLACE
by Armando Urdiales - Nov 2, 2022

Two chairs, a side table, and a lone actress on stage begins 4th Wall Theatre’s production of Lucas Hnath’s The Thin Place. These four elements are the creation of a spooky and eerie story of what lies between the mortal and ghostly worlds. Ultimately, 4th Wall’s The Thin Place features top-tier performances from some of Houston’s favorites.What did our critic think of 4TH WALL STRIKES A SPOOKY TONE IN LUCAS HNATH’S THE THIN PLACE at 4th Wall Theatre Company?

Photos: First Look at THE THIN PLACE at 4th Wall Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2022

4th Wall Theatre Company is presenting the Regional Premiere production of the highly suspenseful off-Broadway play THE THIN PLACE by award-winning playwright, Lucas Hnath. Get a first look at photos here!

THE THIN PLACE Announced At 4th Wall Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 22, 2022

4th Wall Theatre Company, Houston’s home for extraordinary performances up close, is proud to present the Regional Premiere production of the highly suspenseful off-Broadway play THE THIN PLACE by award-winning playwright, Lucas Hnath.

Cast & Creative Details For THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at WaterTower Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2022

WaterTower Theatre Producing Artistic Director Shane Peterman today announced casting and creative details for The Bridges of Madison County in Concert. 

Jane's Walk 2022 Will Spotlight Four Historic Districts In Harlem
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2022

Jane's Walk has returned to New York with in-person experiences. In addition, local groups are highlighting four historic districts in Harlem simultaneously - the Mt. Morris Historic District, the Central Harlem Historic District, Striver's Row, and the newly designated Dorrance Brooks Historic District.

BWW Review: Stages SUNRISE COVEN is a Homegrown Inspiration and a Wonderous World Premiere
by Armando Urdiales - Apr 4, 2022

This spring, Brendan Bourque-Sheil's story of a woman dealing with life's impossible changes is one of Houston's best plays. Set in the fictional town of Buxtop, Texas, the protagonist, Hallie (Susan Koozin), wakes up after an overdose and the resultant story is about how a person copes with almost impossible odds.

BWW Review: THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at Axelrod Performing Arts Center Proves That True Love Exists In Unexpected Ways
by Erica Handel - Mar 14, 2022

The Axelrod Performing Arts Center presents its highly anticipated production of Jason Robert Brown and Marsha Norman’s musical The Bridges of Madison County this March. The production is directed by Hunter Foster who played the role of Bud Johnson in the original Broadway cast. Broadway legends Kate Baldwin and Aaron Lazar star in the respective roles of Francesca Johnson and Robert Kincaid.

BWW Review: MACGYVER: THE MUSICAL at Stages Repertory
by Armando Urdiales - Feb 17, 2022

As the audience walks into MACGYVER THE MUSICAL at STAGES, the greeting they receive is full of '80s​​​​​​​ nostalgia. Primarily based on the TV series, the audience is reminded of the height of '80s fashion and pop culture. Jane Fonda's workout tape, teased hair, and denim are the beginnings of a great night of frivolity and fun as audience members become participants in this new camp classic.

Baldwin & Lazar-Led THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY to Open at Axelrod PAC Next Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 15, 2022

The Axelrod Performing Arts Center will present The Bridges of Madison County, The Musical, starring Kate Baldwin (Hello, Dolly!, Finian’s Rainbow) and Aaron Lazar (A Little Night Music, The Light in the Piazza).

World Premiere of AMERIKIN at the Alley Theatre to be Directed by James Black
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2022

The Tony Award®-winning Alley Theatre has announced the cast and creative team of Chisa Hutchinson’s world premiere drama Amerikin. The play is directed by former Resident Acting Company Emeritus member James Black and runs February 11 – March 13, 2022 in the Neuhaus Theatre.

Virtual Theatre Today: Friday, February 19- with Santino Fontana, Andréa Burns and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 19, 2021

Today (February 19) in live streaming: Santino Fontana visits Backstage Live, Andréa Burns hosts game night on Stars in the House, and more!

WaterTower Theatre Announces Cast & Creative Details For THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2020

WaterTower Theatre Producing Artistic Director Shane Peterman today announced casting and creative details for The Bridges of Madison County.

Carbonell Awards Announces This Year's Nominations
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2020

Palm Beach Dramaworks, the West Palm Beach theater which won the most Carbonell Awards of any theater in 2018, is now the most-nominated theater for 2019.

Mildred's Umbrella Theater Company to Present LADIES' NIGHT WITH SAMUEL BECKETT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2020

Mildred's Umbrella Theater Company (MU) continues their 2019-2020 season with LADIES' NIGHT WITH SAMUEL BECKETT, January 9-18,2020 at Rec Room, 100 Jackson St. #130c, Houston, TX 77002.

Mildred's Umbrella Theater Company Continues 2019-2020 Season with SAMUEL BECKETT'S LADIES' NIGHT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2019

Mildred's Umbrella Theater Company (MU) continues their 2019-2020 season with LADIES' NIGHT WITH SAMUEL BECKETT, January 9-18,2020 at Rec Room, 100 Jackson St. #130c, Houston, TX 77002.

BWW Review: PRIVATE LIVES Proudly Preens at Main Street Theater
by Brett Cullum - Jul 22, 2019

The director has decided to look at the more giggle-worthy elements of PRIVATE LIVES, and has avoided some of the darker implications of this Noel Coward classic. Audiences should eat this one up like a buttered brioche with coffee the morning after a sordid affair.

Next Houston Equity Festival Production Opens Soon
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2019

The Houston Equity Festival is a collection of local professional actors, all members of the union Actors' Equity Association, each of whom is mounting her/his own show during the summer and fall of 2019.  Actor Dain Geist spearheaded the creation of the Festival "While we may be individual artists," says Geist, "Together we help to build a community."