Review: THE MAN OF THE PEOPLE at Different Stages
Different Stages’ “The man of the people”reveals how easily authority can be built on confidence rather than evidence, and how hard it is to dismantle once the audience is convinced.
Austin Theater Reviews
The latest reviews and critic recommendations from Austin.
Review: PARADE at Ground Floor Theatre
While Austin stages overflow in December with CHRISTMAS CAROLS (three!), TUNA CHRISTMASES (two!), and all manner of holiday theatre cheer, a brilliant star shines at Ground Floor Theatre: Alfred Uhry’s PARADE.
Review: DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Bass Concert Hall
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at Bass Concert Hall dazzles with flawless tech, lush visuals, and choreography that hits like a burst of joy.
Review: DORA'S GENTLY USED DREAMS STORE at The VORTEX Theatre
From November 13–23, The VORTEX offered a rare kind of theatrical experience: intimate, sensory-rich, and brimming with imagination.
Review: IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS at TexArts
TexArts delivers a sparkling White Christmas that feels like stepping straight into a vintage snow globe.
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Zach Theater
ZACH Theatre’s A Christmas Carol is a local holiday tradition that never disappoints.
Review: NORA (A DOLL'S HOUSE) at Trinity Street Players
In a near-future world where freedoms are slipping away, this bold reimagining of A Doll's House redefines Nora’s iconic exit as an act of defiance.
Review: PERIL IN THE ALPS at Austin Playhouse
Peril in the Alps is a sharp, stylish blast of comic-mystery mayhem.
Review: THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD at Different Stages
From November 14 - December 6, Different Stages offers an evening of classic mystery and refined theatrical craft in poresnting Mark Shanahan’s adaption of Agatha Christie’s THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD at The VORTEX Theatre in Austin.
Review: OTHER DESERT CITIES at City Theatre Austin
From October 17-26, City Theatre Austin presents Jon Robin Baitz’s OTHER DESERT CITIES from November 7-23 as part of their 20th season.
Review: CHRISTMAS BELLES at The Wimberley Playhouse
From November 24 to December 7, The Wimberley Players present Jones Hope Wooten’s CHRISTMAS BELLES at The Wimberley Playhouse as part of their 2025 season.
Review: CABARET at B. Iden Payne Theatre
UT’s Cabaret is precise, captivating, and haunting.
Review: THE OUTSIDERS at Broke Thespians Theatre Company
From October 17-26, Broke Thespian’s Theatre Company presented Christopher Yergel’s THE OUTSIDERS at the Maurice T.
Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Gaslight-Baker Theatre
Gaslight-Baker Theatre’s production of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is a wild, glittering, and gloriously unrestrained night of theatre that shouldn’t be missed.
Review: 'NIGHT MOTHER at The Alchemy Theatre
Earlier this week, I witnessed The Alchemy Theatre’s ‘Night Mother and I’m shaken.
Review: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Austin Playhouse
What did our critic think of THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Austin Playhouse?
Review: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at The Baron's Men @ Curtain Theatre
A glorious farewell under the Texas stars.
Review: SUMMER AND SMOKE at The Filigree Theatre
The Filigree Theatre's Summer and Smoke glows with longing and lyricism under Elizabeth V.
Review: KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Bass Concert Hall
Now playing at the Bass Concert Hall through October 5th, KIMBERLY AKIMBO is a darkly funny and deeply heartfelt musical about finding joy in the midst of life’s complications.
Review: LEARNING TO HUMAN at Hyde Park Theatre
Learning to Human is raw, hilarious, and life-affirming.
Review: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Penfold Theatre
Penfold Theatre's production of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE is both fresh and timeless! It's a show full of chaos, humor, and unexpected moments of heart.
Review: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at CITY THEATRE AUSTIN
'Little Shop of Horrors' never loses its bite.
Review: AMY AND THE ORPHANS at Ground Floor Theatre
Authentic representation belongs at the heart of the American stage, and it belongs in Austin.
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The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane Oscar G. Brockett Theatre (10/08-10/18) |
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The Visit B. Iden Payne (10/29-11/08) |
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ALL MY SONS by Arthur Miller The Filigree Theatre @ Ground Floor Theatre (10/30-11/14) |
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2026 Swan Songs Serenade The Junior League of Austin Community Impact Center (11/01-11/01) |
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A Wonderful Life Georgetown Palace Theatre (11/27-12/30) |
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Stride Piano and Ragtime Songs Parker Jazz Club (10/11-10/11) |
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The Second-To-Last Chance Ladies League Georgetown Palace Theatre-Doug Smith Performance Center (10/16-11/15) |
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The Taming of the Shrew Scottish Rite Theater (9/24-10/11) |
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In Spite of All the Roses Klerje Coffee (10/15-5/15) |
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Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors Austin Community College Drama Department (10/16-11/01) |
