Interview: Bria Washington of AKEELAH AND THE BEE at The Ensemble Theatre
Bria Washington is stepping into the spotlight as the determined and big-hearted Akeelah in The Ensemble Theatre’s production of Akeelah and the Bee.
Houston Interviews — Page 3
The latest interviews about live + streaming theatre in Houston.
Latest Interviews
Interview: Michelle Britton And Adrienne Shearer of DANCING LESSONS at Lionwoman Productions
It's about a man with Asperger's and his, what I like to say, his dogged determination to learn to dance, because he has a very public, potentially horrifying public event coming up, an awards dinner.
Interview: Krystal Uchem of PURLIE VICTORIOUS at Main Street Theater
Main Street Theater continues its season with Ossie Davis’ groundbreaking satire Purlie Victorious, a play that blends sharp humor with a powerful exploration of race, dignity, and resilience.
Interview: Rhett Martinez of THE LAST YIDDISH SPEAKER at Mildred's Umbrella
It is about a family living through a dystopian future that's only a few years into our future, the year 2029.
Interview: John Patterson of INCIDENT AT VICHY at Theatre Southwest
Arthur built such a great crescendo that there's no stepping off the train, as, if you will, anywhere where you lose momentum by taking a break.
Interview: Iván Moreno of AMERICAN PSYCHO THE MUSICAL at Houston Broadway Theatre
Playing this character has been so, so fun, mainly because we're sort of reinventing him, me and Joe Calarco, who's our incredible director.
Interview: Aaron Alon of THE CHOSEN ONES at Thunderclap Productions
And I realized that this is a subject that I feel like we've stopped talking about, even though it's still a really big deal.
Interview: Domenico Leona of PULLMAN,WA at THE PHOENIX GROUP
What starts off as this well-intentioned self-help seminar becomes this brutal disintegration of all of their egos and the way they live their own lives.
Interview: Joel Sandel of THE WIZARD OF OZ at AD PLAYERS
Joel Sandel has been referred to as the “Energizer Bunny” of Houston's acting scene, and this captures him perfectly.
Interview: Rediscovering the Scarecrow in A.D. Players’ THE WIZARD OF OZ with Matthew Steven Lawrence
For many, The Wizard of Oz is a childhood classic filled with timeless magic, but for Matthew Steven Lawrence, stepping into the Scarecrow’s floppy boots, it’s something much more profound.
Interview: A Wicked Turn: Elissa Cuellar Takes the Stage
Elissa Cuellar steps into the emerald spotlight as the Wicked Witch of the West in A.
Interview: Meaghan Heath of IOLANTHE at Gilbert And Sullivan Society Of Houston
For Meaghan, stepping into the title role of Iolanthe with the Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Houston is more than just a chance to don wings and enchant an audience—it’s a full-circle moment years in the making.
Interview: Austin Colburn of THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Queensbury Theatre
So I started as a dancer.
Interview: Paige Hathaway of THE MIRROR CRACK'D at Alley Theatre
So the challenge with this show is, it is not just one location.
Interview: Ramone Nelson of PARADE at Broadway At The Hobby Center
It's a true story.
Interview: Tamarie Cooper & Kyle Sturdivant of ANOTHER DING DANG TAMARIE SHOW
This show is a Houston summer tradition, and it is the Catastrophic Theatre's version of A Christmas Carol at the Alley or The Nutcracker at the Houston Ballet.
Interview: Derek Charles Livingston of LET.HER.RIP. at Stages Houston
I've known about Maggie and this play for four years.
Interview: Brett Ishida of INSIDE MY WALLS at Ishida Dance Company
I thought there must be a way to create really beautiful, high-level productions that people understand and walk away with meaning.
Interview: Katherine Rinaldi of JULIUS CAESAR at Boiling Point Players & Cone Man Running
Boiling Point Players are joining forces to recreate this reimagining of Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar—set not in ancient Rome, but behind the bars of Rome Correctional Facility, a women’s maximum-security prison where power is currency and betrayal is a daily threat.
Interview: Alysia Velez of IN THE HEIGHTS at Theatre Under The Stars
Broadway may have first met her with a long blonde wig in the hit revival of Into the Woods, but Houston audiences are falling in love with her all over again—this time with hoop earrings, bold dreams, and sky-high heels.
Interview: Michael Alonzo of IN THE HEIGHTS at Theatre Under The Stars
In the Heights follows three days in the life of a community in Washington Heights.
Interview: Malinda Beckham & Curtis Barber of BUG at DIRT DOGS
So I think, first and foremost, Bug, believe it or not, is a love story.
Interview: Michelle Elaine of PRIMARY TRUST at The Alley Theatre
A lot of people ask, “Why do you think it won the Pulitzer?” Post pandemic, and with all of the social media stuff that we have going on.
Interview: Vincent Victoria of THE DIVA-LICIOUS PLAYS at Vincent Victoria Presents
Vincent Victoria is a playwright, director, filmmaker, actor, and fashion icon who has been producing work in the Houston Community for at least the last ten years, probably more.
Interview: Wesley Whitson of HAMLET at 4TH WALL THEATRE COMPANY
4TH Wall Theatre Company is opening their staging of HAMLET, which is best on the off-Broadway company Bedlam’s recent production.
Interview: Suzanne King of DANCING AT LUGHNASA at Theatre Suburbia
I'll tell you why I decided to do it; then I'll tell you about the toughness, but I read this about 1999, and just loved it.
Interview: Jenny Lee Stern of FORBIDDEN BROADWAY at Broadway At The Hobby Center
Do you ever feel bad making fun of some of these folks? Because I mean, let's face it, Broadway actors.
Interview: Tori Gresham of WAITRESS at Theatre Under The Stars
In Theatre Under the Stars' production of Waitress, Tori Gresham steps into the role of Dawn—a character beloved for her quirky charm, heartfelt honesty, and unexpected strength.
Interview: Kennedy Kanagawa of WAITRESS at Theatre Under The Stars
I was born in Tokyo, Japan, and lived there till I was around ten.
Interview: Dixie Longate and Kris Andersson of DIXIE'S TUPPERWARE PARTY at Stages Houston
I have had a couple of run-ins.
Interview: Ken Ludwig of BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY at Alley Theatre
I like to write all the time and generally write two plays a year, just because I take very seriously the notion of this being my profession.
Interview: Cast And Director of A NICE INDIAN BOY at Shunya Theatre
It is a show presented by Shunya Theatre that will be at the MATCH complex from April 10th through the 13th.
Interview: Lisa D'Amour of THE FROZEN SECTION at Catastrophic Theatre
The Frozen Section is set in a grocery store at the edge of the world.
Interview: Noga Flaishon of MEMORIAM at Main Street Theater
Main Street Theater is launching a very special production at its Rice Village location.
Interview: Auston Henderson of HAMILTON at Hobby Center For The Performing Arts
Few musicals have left an impact as profound as Hamilton, and for Auston Charles Henderson, being part of the show is nothing short of a dream come true.
Interview: Sarah Sachi of THE RIPPLE, THE WAVE THAT CARRIED ME HOME at STAGES Houston
In just a few short years, Sarah Sachi has become a familiar face on Houston stages, bringing depth, versatility, and passion to every role.
Interview: Dylan Godwin of THE GLASS MENAGERIE at Alley Theatre
Dylan Godwin is one of the resident company members of the Alley Theater who just opened THE GLASS MENAGERIE and is playing Tom.
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The Carpenters Songbook: A Live Celebration Lutcher Theater (11/07-11/07) |
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Waitress Lutcher Theater (10/24-10/24) |
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Rhinoceros The Catastrophic Theatre (9/18-10/10) |
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Serial Killers: The Crucifixion of the Black Man in America Nikki El Films & Theatre (10/17-10/17) |
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Come From Away BASTROP OPERA HOUSE (1/22-2/14) |
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Christmas Belles by Jones, Hope & Wooten Theatre Suburbia (11/06-12/05) PHOTOS |
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American Son by Christopher Demos-Brown Theatre Suburbia (6/04-7/03) |
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The Rocky Horror Picture Show Spooktacular Tour with Nell Campbell House of Blues (10/23-10/23) |
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Emerging Choreographers Showcase Lyndall Finley Wortham Theater (12/04-12/05) |
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Disney's The Little Mermaid Theatre Under The Stars (12/08-12/24) |
