Alley Theatre Unveils Spanish Simultaneous Translation Performances for 2024-25 Season

Alley Theatre has revealed the Spanish Simultaneous Translation performances for the 2024-25 Season. This year, the Alley is offering more performances and more titles than ever, including theatre classics and world premieres. new works. This season’s productions include Noises Off, A Christmas Carol, The Night Shift Before Christmas, December: a love years in the making, Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie and Noël Coward’s Private Lives. 

“I'm so happy that our Spanish language translation performances have been such a success,” shares Artistic Director Rob Melrose. “Now we are expanding the program to include classics and some of our most popular shows. I'm especially happy to hear from bilingual families who tell me that this program has allowed them to include their entire family when they come to the Alley. Theatre creates bonds that last a lifetime and making it possible for families to enjoy our offerings makes me very happy. Our goal is to be an inclusive theatre serving the city of Houston and this is just one of the many ways we strive to live up to that goal.”

Managing Director Dean Gladden adds, “The Spanish translation performances support the essential work of the Alley by making it accessible to anyone that speaks Spanish, whether they are monolingual in Spanish or bilingual.” 

"Simultaneous translation performances are vital in ensuring language is never a barrier to experiencing the power of live theatre,” shares Manager of Emerging Audiences Elena Valladolid-Rivera. “By expanding these offerings across multiple shows each season, we provide opportunities for everyone to engage with a diverse range of stories. Theatre unites people, and these performances reinforce the idea that it truly is for all."

The Alley continues to expand access to the theatre to the Houston Spanish-speaking community. Audiences can immerse themselves in Alley Theatre productions and experience the stories in a compelling new way. Easy-to-wear headsets provide clear, amplified live Spanish translations in the Hubbard and Neuhaus Theatres, ensuring a seamless experience from any seat in the house.

Learn more about the Alley's Language Justice Initiative at alleytheatre.org/importance-of-language-justice-at-the-alley

2024-25 Season Spanish Simultaneous Translations Shows

Noises Off 

By Michael Frayn 
Directed by Brandon Weinbrenner 
Sept. 27 - Oct. 27, 2024 

Have you ever wondered what really happens backstage? It’s hilarious! Peek behind the curtain of a struggling acting troupe in this uproarious comedy as they battle misplaced props, forgotten lines, and an abundance of sardines. It’s a rollercoaster of laughter both onstage and off as the mayhem unfolds.  

Spanish Simultaneous Translation Performance: Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.

A Christmas Carol 

From the novella by Charles Dickens 
Adapted and originally directed by Rob Melrose
Remount directed by Amber D. Gray
Nov. 15 - Dec. 29, 2024 

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! 

Spanish Simultaneous Translation Performances: Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. and Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

The Night Shift Before Christmas  

By Isaac Gómez 
Directed by KJ Sanchez 
Alley Theatre Commission 
World Premiere 
Dec. 5 – Dec. 24, 2024 
Adult Holiday Comedy 

Join Margot on her Christmas Eve shift, braving grumpy drive-thru customers until her late best friend’s ghost warns her of imminent spirits. Margot confronts her inner Scrooge in this holiday show packed with humor and heart. 

Spanish Simultaneous Translation Performances: Friday, December 6, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

December: a love years in the making 

By Marisela Treviño Orta 
Directed by Marcela Lorca 
World Premiere 
Jan. 17 - Feb. 2, 2025 

Follow the friendship between a creative writing professor and her former student as it blossoms into romance over two decades of exchanged letters, writings, and beloved poems. Let the lyrical dialogue and touching moments transport you through the years, as you witness the power of connection and the beauty of love that endures against all odds.  

Spanish Simultaneous Translation Performances: Friday, January 24, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.

The Glass Menagerie  

By Tennessee Williams 
Directed by Rob Melrose 
Feb. 21 - Mar. 16, 2025 

Fragile Dreams, Faded Realities  

Williams’ American classic follows a family caught by dreams and delusion. Amanda, a faded Southern belle, yearns for a better life for her children. Her daughter Laura, however, would rather spend time alone with her collection of delicate glass animals, while her restless son, Tom, longs to escape the monotony of his current life. This memory play asks us to explore the delicate nature of human connections. 

Spanish Simultaneous Translation Performance: Friday, February 28, 2025 at 8:00 p.m.

 
Noël Coward’s  
Private Lives 

Directed by KJ Sanchez 
May 23 - June 15, 2025 

Step into a tempestuous world where love and laughter collide in unexpected ways! When divorced couple Elyot and Amanda accidentally find themselves honeymooning with their new spouses in adjacent rooms, sparks fly and tempers flare in a whirlwind of passion and humor. Director KJ Sanchez brings a fresh twist to Coward's timeless comedy, transporting you from 1930s Argentina to Uruguay. Don't miss this witty and charming production! 

Spanish Simultaneous Translation Performances: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.

Season subscriptions and Single Tickets are available at alleytheatre.org

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