Michael Weems News

Cone Man Running Productions presents A Common Martry, written by Michael Weems and directed by Keshia Lovewell, running September 8 - 18 at Studio 101.

Cone Man Running Productions presents the world premiere of EYE OF THE STORM: TALES FROM HURRICANE IKE by Fernando Dovalina, directed by Steve Carpentier.

On Saturday night, August 25, I had the pleasure of attending Cone Man Running Productions' annual twenty-four hour play festival, SPONTANEOUS SMATTERING. Although this was my first official Smattering, Saturday night was Cone Man Running Productions' third inception, and it was clear that they had gathered an avid fan base over the past two productions. A couple of laughs into the first short play, I could see why it has become such a popular event. This annual twenty-four hour play festival showcases the creative talent of local playwrights, directors, and actors and provides Houston audiences with a night of theatre that is anything but mainstream.

Cone Man Running Productions presents the world premiere of EYE OF THE STORM: TALES FROM HURRICANE IKE by Fernando Dovalina, directed by Steve Carpentier.

Cone Man Running Productions is back with is hit theatrical event - THE SPONANTEOUS SMATTERING - a 24 hour play festival.

Theatre Southwest presents 'The 16th Annual Festival of Originals' produced by Mimi Holloway. For the 16th time, Theatre Southwest presents 5 new plays directed by 5 directors performed by 5 casts. Drama, Suspense and Comedy all in one entertaining evening of live theatre. Scroll down for a sneak peek at this year's shows!

Westport Community Theatre presents its Summer 2013: Superstition one-act play festival. FREE to all tonight, July 12, and tomorrow, July 13 at 8 PM. Jointly produced by Westport Community Theatre and Milford's Eastbound Theatre.

To say that Houston has an exceptional theatre scene is an understatement. One of my favorite aspects is that there is always something new to see. Last night I had the pleasure of attending Scriptwriters/Houston's 23rd Annual 10X10 Showcase, a production that highlights original plays by local playwrights. Scriptwriters/Houston's annual 10X10 production, in association with Next Stage Press, features ten new plays, each lasting ten minutes in length. A welcome addition to this year's production is the inclusion of eight original monologues. This year's sampling of original works paints an intimate portrait of humanity and ultimately creates a nuanced and unforgettable evening of entertainment.

Theatre Southwest presents 'The 16th Annual Festival of Originals' produced by Mimi Holloway. For the 16th time, Theatre Southwest presents 5 new plays directed by 5 directors performed by 5 casts. Drama, Suspense and Comedy all in one entertaining evening of live theatre. Scroll down for a sneak peek at this year's shows!

As I stare down the barrel of my own 10-year anniversary from graduating high school, I found more than one of the characters in Standing Room Only Production's presentation of local award-winning playwright Michael Weem's FEELING ALRIGHT! honestly relevant and applicable to me and my life. And I'm certain I was not alone. Whether you're just out of high school or 50 years out of high school, the individual pressures and dilemmas of self-discovery of at least one of the characters will ring with the distinct air of truth for you.

Six friends attend their ten year high school reunion and relive the tumultuous, colorful and dynasix of them have lived very different lives since their graduation, the music of their youth brings the back together for one unforgettable night in Feeling Alright! Written by Houston playwright Michael Weems, and with music by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Aretha Franklin, Janis Joplin, Joe Cocker and many more, Feeling Alright! is a whirlwind of music that defined an era.

Six friends attend their ten year high school reunion and relive the tumultuous, colorful and dynasix of them have lived very different lives since their graduation, the music of their youth brings the back together for one unforgettable night in Feeling Alright! Written by Houston playwright Michael Weems, and with music by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Aretha Franklin, Janis Joplin, Joe Cocker and many more, Feeling Alright! is a whirlwind of music that defined an era.

It's 1975. Six friends attend their ten year high school reunion and relive the tumultuous, colorful and dynamic years of the late 1960's. Although all six of them have lived very different lives since their graduation, the music of their youth brings the back together for one unforgettable night in Feeling Alright! Written by Houston playwright Michael Weems, and with music by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Aretha Franklin, Janis Joplin, Joe Cocker and many more, Feeling Alright! is a whirlwind of music that defined an era.

Last night, Cone Man Running Productions presented the World Premiere performance of Michael Weems surprisingly sobering comedy OKAY BETTER BEST at Obsidian Art Space. This brand new play investigates the power of bar bets, friendships, relationships, and the devastating affects of misplaced bitter revenge on people we don't know.

Cone Man Running Productions presents the World Premiere of Okay Better Best, written by Michael Weems and directed by Sam Martinez, running tonight, March 12 - 29, 2013. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production below!

Cone Man Running Productions' is bringing the Regional Premiere of Christopher Trumbo's 2003 play TRUMBO: RED, WHITE AND BLACKLISTED to Houston. The play mounted on Broadway with a revolving door of big name celebrities playing Christopher Trumbo's father, Dalton Trumbo. Nathan Lane, Tim Robbins, Brian Dennehy, Ed Harris, Chris Cooper, and Gore Vidal all spent some inhabiting the heroically indefatigable Dalton Trumbo. In New York, the actors were not off-book, carrying the script on stage with them. Cone Man Running Productions has its three actors off-book as much as possible, only reading from the witty and wordy letters composed by Dalton Trumbo.

Cone Man Running Productions presents the World Premiere of Okay Better Best, written by Michael Weems and directed by Sam Martinez, running March 12 - 29, 2013. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production below!

World Premieres are always exciting to attend. You never know what you are getting yourself into, so there is the allure and excitement of mystery. Sometimes they're terrible. Sometimes they're amazing. Sometimes they're in-between. Luckily, Leighza Walker's first full-length play, FISHING, is an enjoyable and fascinating exploration of loyalty, fidelity, love, and life.

Cone Man Running Productions presents FISHING, written and directed by Leighza Walker, tonight, January 17-February 2, 2013. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production in the photos below!