Alley Theatre Unveils 80th Season - ROMEO AND JULIET, THE SHARK IS BROKEN and More

Alley Theatre has unveiled its 80th Season. Featuring timeless favorites, playful comedies, and provocative new works, the season promises a true celebration of Alley artistry.

The Girl on the Train

Based on the bestselling novel by Paula Hawkins and Dream Works film
Adapted by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel
Directed by Casey Stangl
Jul. 24 – Aug. 30, 2026, in the Hubbard Theatre

A Woman’s Memory, Her Greatest Betrayal
This modern psychological thriller, adapted from the best-selling novel and hit film, follows Rachel, a woman struggling with dependency. She must piece together her fragmented memories to find a girl who’s gone missing. As her night comes back to her, she considers: who can you trust when you can’t trust yourself?

Romeo and Juliet

By William Shakespeare
Directed by Rob Melrose
Sept. 25 – Oct. 11, 2026, in the Hubbard Theatre

Timeless Love, Eternal Risk
Set in timeless Verona, two star-crossed souls defy the forces that seek to keep them apart. This production of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy shows how each generation reinvents what it means to love and risk everything for it. Discover why this tale continues to inspire artists, dreamers, and lovers.

Uhuru

by Gloria Majule
Directed by Shariffa Ali
World Premiere
Oct. 16 – Nov. 8, 2026, in the Neuhaus Theatre

Who Belongs on the Mountain?
An unlikely group takes on a “Tanzanian-only” ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro in this sharp satire. The dramedy follows a Tanzanian-American tourist, two missionaries, and their guide as they make their way toward the “Roof of Africa.” They must confront questions of access, identity, and who deserves a place on the mountain.

A Christmas Carol

From the novella by Charles Dickens
Adapted and originally directed by Rob Melrose
Remount directed by Amber D. Gray
Choreography by Christopher Windom
Nov. 15 – Dec. 27, 2026, in the Hubbard Theatre

Houston’s Holiday Tradition!
Rediscover the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation as he encounters the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Be transported into Victorian England with dazzling costumes and stunning sets. Join us for a Dickensian celebration of love, redemption, and the true spirit of Christmas!

The Night Shift Before Christmas

By Isaac Gómez
Directed by KJ Sanchez
Alley Theatre Commission
Dec. 4 – Dec. 24, 2026, in the Neuhaus Theatre

Adult Holiday Comedy
The Christmas Eve overnight shift is Margot’s personal tradition — even if that means dealing with grumpy drive-thru customers. But when her dead Best Friend Jackie Marley drops by to warn her of impending late-night visits by spirits, Margot has no choice but to roll with the punches and confront the very Scrooge she’s become. Experience a Christmas Eve like no other in this brand-new holiday show filled with humor and heart.

WOMB 2.0

By Marisela Treviño Orta
Directed by Tatiana Pandiani
World Premiere
Jan. 22 – Feb. 7, 2027, in the Hubbard Theatre

Secure Clinic, Terrifying Gamble
In the not-so-distant future, an undetectable virus has turned childbirth into a terrifying gamble. Welcome to WMB, an ultra-secure, ultra-sterile, and ultra-exclusive birthing clinic. New recruit Claudia has one job: usher the world’s wealthiest expectant mothers into their nine-month sanctuary. Just make sure the wrong thing doesn’t get inside.

The Cherry Orchard

By Anton Chekhov
Translated by Richard Nelson, Richard Pevear, and Larissa Volokhonsky
Directed by Richard Nelson
Feb. 12 – March 7, 2027, in the Hubbard Theatre

Chekhov’s Masterpiece Stripped Down
One of theatre’s most celebrated works is stripped down to its essentials. An aristocratic family and their servants grapple with the imminent loss of their beloved estate. Meanwhile, their country faces radical, irreversible change. Step into Chekhov’s world as never before.

The Shark is Broken

By Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon
Directed by Brandon Weinbrenner
March 5 – March 21, 2027, in the Hubbard Theatre

Iconic, Comedic, Chaotic
Dive behind the scenes of the high-stress production process of Jaws! Young Richard Dreyfuss, steady Roy Scheider, and seasoned Robert Shaw are feuding. The schedule is sinking, the booze is flowing, and yes, the shark is broken. Witness the hilarious clashes of big egos, the endless delays, and the juicy mishaps that forged a cinematic classic.

Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile

Adapted for the Stage by Ken Ludwig
Directed by Eleanor Holdridge
April 9 – April 25, 2027, in the Hubbard Theatre

Luxury Cruise, Deadly Secret, Poirot’s Puzzle
Step aboard for a lush and opulent journey up the Nile! A luxurious honeymoon cruise turns deadly when a murder occurs among wealthy passengers. Hercule Poirot must untangle a web of jealousy and suspicion to identify the killer aboard the ship. Prepare for a thrilling, witty, and dazzling whodunit where everyone has a secret.

Marjorie Prime

By Jordan Harrison
Directed by Amber D. Gray
May 7 – May 30, 2027, in the Neuhaus Theatre

A New Kind of Future
An aging woman reconnects with her past through artificial intelligence designed to look and speak like her late husband. This tender drama explores memory, family, reflection, and the stories we cling to. As technology advances, it asks: what does it mean to be remembered?

Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

Directed by Rob Melrose
May 28 – June 13, 2027, in the Hubbard Theatre