Donna Southern
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Review: CRY IT OUT at MILDRED'S UMBRELLA (Sep 14, 2024)
Review: THE OUTSIDER Charms at the MATCH from MIGHTY ACORN And WCO PRODUCTIONS (Apr 4, 2024)
THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE Announced At Main Street Theater (Jan 11, 2024)
Review: CRY IT OUT at MILDRED'S UMBRELLA (Sep 14, 2024)
Review: THE OUTSIDER Charms at the MATCH from MIGHTY ACORN And WCO PRODUCTIONS (Apr 4, 2024)
THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE Announced At Main Street Theater (Jan 11, 2024)
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Review: CRY IT OUT at MILDRED'S UMBRELLA
by Brett Cullum - Sep 14, 2024
Sometimes, a play does what no other artistic medium can do. It can feel intimate, immediate, and alive. CRY IT OUT from MILDRED’S UMBRELLA is one of those living productions that feels like you are watching three real women deal with being a mother and looking at how that is going to affect every aspect of their lives.
by Brett Cullum - Sep 14, 2024
Sometimes, a play does what no other artistic medium can do. It can feel intimate, immediate, and alive. CRY IT OUT from MILDRED’S UMBRELLA is one of those living productions that feels like you are watching three real women deal with being a mother and looking at how that is going to affect every aspect of their lives.
Review: THE OUTSIDER Charms at the MATCH from MIGHTY ACORN And WCO PRODUCTIONS
by Brett Cullum - Apr 4, 2024
Part of the genius of THE OUTSIDER is it is pure farce. Characters and plots are played larger than life, and doors constantly swing open with new surprises behind them. We’re not in the sturm and drang of THE WEST WING, but rather the territory of a silly sitcom like VEEP. Physical comedy, verbal banter, and just plain stupid stuff happens, and this cast is up to the challenge of delivering all of it. The director has found some of Houston's funniest, most likable actors.
by Brett Cullum - Apr 4, 2024
Part of the genius of THE OUTSIDER is it is pure farce. Characters and plots are played larger than life, and doors constantly swing open with new surprises behind them. We’re not in the sturm and drang of THE WEST WING, but rather the territory of a silly sitcom like VEEP. Physical comedy, verbal banter, and just plain stupid stuff happens, and this cast is up to the challenge of delivering all of it. The director has found some of Houston's funniest, most likable actors.
THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE Announced At Main Street Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2024
Main Street Theater presents the C.S. Lewis classic The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, playing Jan. 28 – Feb. 18, 2024.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2024
Main Street Theater presents the C.S. Lewis classic The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, playing Jan. 28 – Feb. 18, 2024.
Review: GEORGIANA AND KITTY: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLY at MAIN STREET THEATER
by Brett Cullum - Nov 21, 2023
There is a distinct charm to GEORGIANA AND KITTY that makes the audience feel like they are invited for Christmas at Pemberly. You get a true sense these actors are welcoming you to their world, and it’s a place that is joyously cozy for the holidays.
by Brett Cullum - Nov 21, 2023
There is a distinct charm to GEORGIANA AND KITTY that makes the audience feel like they are invited for Christmas at Pemberly. You get a true sense these actors are welcoming you to their world, and it’s a place that is joyously cozy for the holidays.
Main Street Theater to Present THE WICKHAMS: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2022
Regency romance is back for the holidays at Main Street Theater with Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon's The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley—a companion piece to the duo's Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2022
Regency romance is back for the holidays at Main Street Theater with Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon's The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley—a companion piece to the duo's Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley.
CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Announced At Main Street Theater
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2022
This summer. Main Street Theater is bringing to the stage the high-flying, adventure-filled musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, based on the much-loved, iconic film! “Never say 'no' to adventures,” says Grandpa Potts.
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2022
This summer. Main Street Theater is bringing to the stage the high-flying, adventure-filled musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, based on the much-loved, iconic film! “Never say 'no' to adventures,” says Grandpa Potts.
CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Comes to Main Street Theater
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2022
This summer. Main Street Theater (MST) is bringing to the stage the high-flying, adventure-filled musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, based on the much-loved, iconic film! “Never say 'no' to adventures,” says Grandpa Potts. “Always say 'yes.'” MST is saying YES to adventures this summer with Chitty Chitty Bang Bang! The musical is based on the MGM Motion Picture with music and lyrics by Richard M. Sherman & Robert B. Sherman; adapted for the Stage by Jeremy Sams; licensed script adapted by Ray Roderick.
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2022
This summer. Main Street Theater (MST) is bringing to the stage the high-flying, adventure-filled musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, based on the much-loved, iconic film! “Never say 'no' to adventures,” says Grandpa Potts. “Always say 'yes.'” MST is saying YES to adventures this summer with Chitty Chitty Bang Bang! The musical is based on the MGM Motion Picture with music and lyrics by Richard M. Sherman & Robert B. Sherman; adapted for the Stage by Jeremy Sams; licensed script adapted by Ray Roderick.
Kid's Classic CHARLOTTE'S WEB Announced At Main Street Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2022
Main Street Theater brings the one and only, E. B. White's dearly loved Charlotte's Web to the stage.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2022
Main Street Theater brings the one and only, E. B. White's dearly loved Charlotte's Web to the stage.
BWW Review: MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLY at Main Street Theater
by Brett Cullum - Dec 2, 2021
MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLY is the sort of show that will remind audiences you should do anything but marry without affection. There is a lot to love in this Christmas play that feels authentically like a gorgeous Christmas coda to PRIDE AND PREJUDICE.
by Brett Cullum - Dec 2, 2021
MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLY is the sort of show that will remind audiences you should do anything but marry without affection. There is a lot to love in this Christmas play that feels authentically like a gorgeous Christmas coda to PRIDE AND PREJUDICE.
A LITTLE HOUSE CHRISTMAS Announced At Main Street Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2021
Main Street Theater brings the warmth and joy of Laura Ingalls Wilder to the stage in A Little House Christmas. Performances will be held at MST's MATCH location, 3400 Main St., Houston, TX 77002:
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2021
Main Street Theater brings the warmth and joy of Laura Ingalls Wilder to the stage in A Little House Christmas. Performances will be held at MST's MATCH location, 3400 Main St., Houston, TX 77002:
'Hero' Is Their Middle Name: Entertainment Artists Answer the Call for PPE
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2020
Costume designers, seamstresses, and performers with sewing skills have joined the effort to manufacture face masks and other personal protective equipment.
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2020
Costume designers, seamstresses, and performers with sewing skills have joined the effort to manufacture face masks and other personal protective equipment.
Main Street Theater Donates Fabric to Local Costume Designer Making Masks for Medical Workers
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2020
Donna Southern Schmidt, a local, professional costume designer who works regularly with MST as well as other Houston theaters, has found a way to make good use of her forced hiatus by sewing masks for medical workers. But these are not ordinary masks. She's using fabric remnants from plays she designed for Main Street Theater (MST).
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2020
Donna Southern Schmidt, a local, professional costume designer who works regularly with MST as well as other Houston theaters, has found a way to make good use of her forced hiatus by sewing masks for medical workers. But these are not ordinary masks. She's using fabric remnants from plays she designed for Main Street Theater (MST).
Performance Added for THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK at Main Street Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2020
Main Street Theater (MST) is presenting the timely classic, The Diary of Anne Frank based on the iconic book. a?oeThere were over a dozen Anti-Semitic violent incidents in the month of December alone,a?? notes Vivienne M. St. John, MST Theater for Youth Artistic Director and director of the production. a?oeIt is now more important than ever to educate people about the dangers of history repeating itself. The Diary of Anne Frank is so impactful because it speaks to young people who will be the voice of our future and adults who have the power to create change immediately. Anne, while enduring unbearable abuse, spoke of love and hope for the future. By producing Anne Frank, we hope to instill a desire for others to be courageous, speak out and stand up against discrimination and hate.a?? The production will run Sundays, January 26, February 9 & 16 at 2:30pm and February 9 at 7:00pm at MST's Midtown location, 3400 Main St. in Matchbox4. All tickets are on sale via phone at 713.524.6706 or online at MainStreetTheater.com. Tickets are $16 - $26.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2020
Main Street Theater (MST) is presenting the timely classic, The Diary of Anne Frank based on the iconic book. a?oeThere were over a dozen Anti-Semitic violent incidents in the month of December alone,a?? notes Vivienne M. St. John, MST Theater for Youth Artistic Director and director of the production. a?oeIt is now more important than ever to educate people about the dangers of history repeating itself. The Diary of Anne Frank is so impactful because it speaks to young people who will be the voice of our future and adults who have the power to create change immediately. Anne, while enduring unbearable abuse, spoke of love and hope for the future. By producing Anne Frank, we hope to instill a desire for others to be courageous, speak out and stand up against discrimination and hate.a?? The production will run Sundays, January 26, February 9 & 16 at 2:30pm and February 9 at 7:00pm at MST's Midtown location, 3400 Main St. in Matchbox4. All tickets are on sale via phone at 713.524.6706 or online at MainStreetTheater.com. Tickets are $16 - $26.
THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK Comes to Main Street Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2020
Main Street Theater (MST) is presenting the timely classic, The Diary of Anne Frank based on the iconic book. a?oeThere were over a dozen Anti-Semitic violent incidents in the month of December alone,a?? notes Vivienne M. St. John, MST Theater for Youth Artistic Director and director of the production. a?oeIt is now more important than ever to educate people about the dangers of history repeating itself. The Diary of Anne Frank is so impactful because it speaks to young people who will be the voice of our future and adults who have the power to create change immediately. Anne, while enduring unbearable abuse, spoke of love and hope for the future. By producing Anne Frank, we hope to instill a desire for others to be courageous, speak out and stand up against discrimination and hate.a?? The production will run Sundays, January 26, February 9 & 16 at 2:30pm and February 9 at 7:00pm at MST's Midtown location, 3400 Main St. in Matchbox4. All tickets are on sale via phone at 713.524.6706 or online at MainStreetTheater.com. Tickets are $16 - $26.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2020
Main Street Theater (MST) is presenting the timely classic, The Diary of Anne Frank based on the iconic book. a?oeThere were over a dozen Anti-Semitic violent incidents in the month of December alone,a?? notes Vivienne M. St. John, MST Theater for Youth Artistic Director and director of the production. a?oeIt is now more important than ever to educate people about the dangers of history repeating itself. The Diary of Anne Frank is so impactful because it speaks to young people who will be the voice of our future and adults who have the power to create change immediately. Anne, while enduring unbearable abuse, spoke of love and hope for the future. By producing Anne Frank, we hope to instill a desire for others to be courageous, speak out and stand up against discrimination and hate.a?? The production will run Sundays, January 26, February 9 & 16 at 2:30pm and February 9 at 7:00pm at MST's Midtown location, 3400 Main St. in Matchbox4. All tickets are on sale via phone at 713.524.6706 or online at MainStreetTheater.com. Tickets are $16 - $26.
Main Street Theater Presents THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2020
Main Street Theater (MST) is presenting the timely classic, The Diary of Anne Frank based on the iconic book. 'There were over a dozen Anti-Semitic violent incidents in the month of December alone,' notes Vivienne M. St. John, MST Theater for Youth Artistic Director and director of the production.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2020
Main Street Theater (MST) is presenting the timely classic, The Diary of Anne Frank based on the iconic book. 'There were over a dozen Anti-Semitic violent incidents in the month of December alone,' notes Vivienne M. St. John, MST Theater for Youth Artistic Director and director of the production.
Main Street Theater Adds Two Performances of THE WICKHAMS: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLY Due to Popular Demand
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2019
Regency romance is back for the holidays at Main Street Theater (MST) with Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon's The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley-a companion piece to the duo's Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley which delighted Houston audiences at MST during the last 2 seasons. Both plays are set in the world of Jane Austen's popular novel, Pride and Prejudice. The Wickhams is all about what's happening downstairs in the servants' quarters while the actions of Miss Bennet were taking place upstairs!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2019
Regency romance is back for the holidays at Main Street Theater (MST) with Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon's The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley-a companion piece to the duo's Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley which delighted Houston audiences at MST during the last 2 seasons. Both plays are set in the world of Jane Austen's popular novel, Pride and Prejudice. The Wickhams is all about what's happening downstairs in the servants' quarters while the actions of Miss Bennet were taking place upstairs!
THE WICKHAMS: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLY is Adding Performances at Main Street Theater Due to Popularity
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 22, 2019
Regency romance is back for the holidays at Main Street Theater (MST) with Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon's The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberleya?"a companion piece to the duo's Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley which delighted Houston audiences at MST during the last 2 seasons. Both plays are set in the world of Jane Austen's popular novel, Pride and Prejudice. The Wickhams is all about what's happening downstairs in the servants' quarters while the actions of Miss Bennet were taking place upstairs!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 22, 2019
Regency romance is back for the holidays at Main Street Theater (MST) with Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon's The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberleya?"a companion piece to the duo's Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley which delighted Houston audiences at MST during the last 2 seasons. Both plays are set in the world of Jane Austen's popular novel, Pride and Prejudice. The Wickhams is all about what's happening downstairs in the servants' quarters while the actions of Miss Bennet were taking place upstairs!
Photo Flash: Main Street Theater Presents YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2019
The beloved Peanuts gang is back at Main Street Theater (MST)! The popular musical You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, based on the classic comic strip by Charles Schulz, is celebrating its 51st anniversary.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2019
The beloved Peanuts gang is back at Main Street Theater (MST)! The popular musical You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, based on the classic comic strip by Charles Schulz, is celebrating its 51st anniversary.
BWW Review: Cheers to THE BOOK OF WILL at Main Street Theater!
by Brett Cullum - Sep 28, 2018
In a way it is like watching a heady special episode of CHEERS set in London in the early 1620s. It seems like a place where everybody would know your name, and in the case of Will they did.
by Brett Cullum - Sep 28, 2018
In a way it is like watching a heady special episode of CHEERS set in London in the early 1620s. It seems like a place where everybody would know your name, and in the case of Will they did.
Main Street Theater Presents PINKALICIOUS THE MUSICAL This Summer
by Julie Musbach - May 31, 2018
Main Street Theater (MST) presents a musical full of fun and fancy for the whole family! Pinkalicious The Musical is based on the popular book series by Elizabeth Kann & Victoria Kann and features Pink, her brother, Peter, their parents and the whole Pinktastic crew. Performances are Saturdays, June 16 - July 28 at 11:00am and 2:00pm and Sundays, July 15 - 29 at 12:30pm and 3:30pm at MST's Midtown location, 3400 Main St. in Matchbox4.
by Julie Musbach - May 31, 2018
Main Street Theater (MST) presents a musical full of fun and fancy for the whole family! Pinkalicious The Musical is based on the popular book series by Elizabeth Kann & Victoria Kann and features Pink, her brother, Peter, their parents and the whole Pinktastic crew. Performances are Saturdays, June 16 - July 28 at 11:00am and 2:00pm and Sundays, July 15 - 29 at 12:30pm and 3:30pm at MST's Midtown location, 3400 Main St. in Matchbox4.
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