Houston Theater Reviews

BWW Reviews: FELA! is 'Original, No Artificiality'

by David Clarke — June 6, 2012

Houston's Society for the Performing Arts presentation of the three time Tony award winning musical FELA! is a high-energy, powerhouse of a show.

BWW Reviews: NOISES OFF! - A Side-Splitting Tour de Farce at The Alley

by David Clarke — May 31, 2012

BWW Reviews: NEXT TO NORMAL - An Electrifyingly Good Time at Stages Repertory Theatre

by David Clarke — May 28, 2012

Overall, Stages Repertory Theatre does a great job with their production of Next to Normal.

BWW Reviews: THE BEAMS ARE CREAKING - A Compelling Character Study

by David Clarke — May 27, 2012

The Beams are Creaking is a dramatic representation of the tumultuous life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a man who became a Christian martyr of Nazi resistance because of his unyielding faith.

BWW Reviews: MADE IN AMERICA – A Terrific Triptych

by David Clarke — May 25, 2012

The iconic Wortham Theater Center is celebrating its twenty-fifth birthday this month.

BWW Reviews: WISHFUL DRINKING - The Best Part is Carrie Herself

by David Clarke — May 16, 2012

Wishful Drinking is a must see show, and the best part about this show is Carrie Fisher herself.

BWW REVIEWS: MEMPHIS is a Masterpiece, National Tour in Houston

by Kara Pohlkamp — October 27, 2011

Since I'm not a fan of gospel or R&B, I settled into my seat at the Hobby Center last night uncertain how the next few hours were going to appeal to me.

BWW Reviews: TUTS’ GUYS AND DOLLS: An Unsure Bet

by Kara Pohlkamp — October 2, 2011

Houston's Theatre Under the Stars' (TUTS) season opens with an uninspiring production of Guys and Dolls plagued by lackluster performances by two of the show's leads.

BWW REVIEWS: ROCK OF AGES Brings Down the House at TUTS

by Kara Pohlkamp — June 3, 2011

The 80's rockers had the audience in the palms of their hands during the national tour of Rock of Ages which closes out the Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) season at the Hobby Center.

BWW Reviews: Ovations for OVO, Cirque du Soleil Returns to Houston

by Kara Pohlkamp — March 10, 2011

The unmatched quality of Cirque du Soleil returns to Houston with OVO.

BWW Reviews: Electric BILLY ELLIOT Illuminates Hobby Center

by Kara Pohlkamp — February 27, 2011

In the second act the protagonist, Billy, describes dancing as "a burning deep inside, something bursting me wide open, impossible to hide…like electricity.

BWW Reviews: Spanish Refreshes WEST SIDE STORY But Takes Away Nostalgia During National Tour at Hobby Center

by Kara Pohlkamp — January 14, 2011

The Jets and the Sharks have taken their turf war to the stage of Houston's Hobby Center in the US National Tour of the 2009 Broadway Revival version of West Side Story.

BWW Reviews: HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS – THE MUSICAL: An Early Christmas Gift for Your Family

by Kara Pohlkamp — November 29, 2010

Your heart will grow three sizes with the spirit of Christmas as the Grinch steals your imagination in this fanciful, musical adaption of How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The pages of the beloved children's tale come to life immersing the audience into the world of Whoville and the magic of Dr.

BWW Reviews: Treat Yourself to a Workday Extension With 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL

by Kara Pohlkamp — November 11, 2010

9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL is a quirky tale of revenge secured through feminist strength with a superb, toe-tapping score by Dolly Parton.

BWW Reviews: Spectacular, Magical SHREK

by Kara Pohlkamp — October 21, 2010

The magic of the "Shrek" movies is phenomenally captured in this thrilling theatrical experience which will delight children and adults alike.

Fun-Filled Production of HAIRSPRAY Opens TUTS Season

by Kara Pohlkamp — October 9, 2010

'You can't stop the beat', the laughs, nor the energy of Theatre Under the Stars' (TUTS) production of Hairspray now playing at the Houston Hobby Center.

BWW Reviews: Vivino Shines As Elphaba But WICKED Underwhelms

by Kara Pohlkamp — July 3, 2010

I've been waiting years to see Wicked.

BWW Reviews: MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL - An Unexpected Comedic Hit at Hobby Center

by Kara Pohlkamp — June 17, 2010

Who knew menopause could be fun? 'Menopause' certainly isn't an obvious topic for a musical, but Menopause The Musical writer/producer Jeanie Linders has stumbled upon a bold and surprising recipe for success: stage an honest, upfront presentation of a socially taboo topic through clever parodie

BWW Reviews: Monster-Sized Laughs for YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Hobby Center

by Kara Pohlkamp — May 26, 2010

In classic Mel Brooks fashion, the continuous surge of gags and innuendos of Young Frankenstein are sure to keep audiences rolling throughout the musical's two-week run at the Hobby Center.

BWW Reviews: LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE Has Potential, but Disappoints

by Kara Pohlkamp — April 30, 2010

For better or for worse, Little House on the Prairie has joined the ever growing, eclectic club of main stream stories transformed into musicals.

BWW Reviews: Go IN THE HEIGHTS For a Unique Musical Experience & Journey of Spirit

by Kara Pohlkamp — April 7, 2010

In the Heights, now playing at the Hobby Center, is an energetic portrayal of the residents of a New York City barrio whose dreams are seemingly bigger than their means.

BWW Reviews: An Enchanting, Must-See Production of SOUTH PACIFIC

by Kara Pohlkamp — March 11, 2010

If you love Broadway musicals you must see the national tour of South Pacific currently running at the Hobby Center.

BWW Reviews: CIRQUE DREAMS ILLUMINATION is Impressive and Family-Friendly

by Kara Pohlkamp — February 25, 2010

Cirque Dreams Illumination is an impressive collection of Cirque du Soleil-style acrobatic routines, street entertainment and illusions that will boggle the minds of audiences of all ages.

BWW Reviews: MISS SAIGON Heat is On at TUTS

by Kara Pohlkamp — February 13, 2010

From the first sound of a helicopter flying as the sun rises over Saigon during the Overture, to the show's abrupt, powerful ending, the Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) production of MISS SAIGON will take you on an emotional rollercoaster about unwavering faith in love and self sacrifice - just be su

BWW Reviews: Journey to WONDERLAND With the World Premiere Musical at Alley Theatre

by Kara Pohlkamp — January 25, 2010

During its world premiere now at the Alley Theatre, the musical WONDERLAND invites you to take a break from the bustle of life and travel with Alice down the rabbit hole to rediscover your inner child.