HOUSTON THEATER REVIEWS

For better or for worse, Little House on the Prairie has joined the ever growing, eclectic club of main stream stories transformed into musicals. Surprisingly, this quaint account of a family struggling to settle the prairie actually has potential and could be successful in the live, musical theatr...

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. Once they learn to put their trust in each other, they find the ability to achieve their goals and that much of what they desire ...

If you love Broadway musicals you must see the national tour of South Pacific currently running at the Hobby Center. Even if you have seen South Pacific before, or if you happen to not be a Rogers and Hammerstein fan, you need to see this show. The performances delivered by Rod Gilfry, as the Fren...

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. With reasonably priced tickets starting from $24, the show is also a fantastic opportunity for families to exp...

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...

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....

A Chorus Line is not the impressive spectacle offered by most nationally touring musicals. It has no special effects and no impressive costumes. The minimalistic set consists of a series of mirrors, a black stool and the infamous line on which hopeful dancers await their fate. But it's simplicity...

Broadway classic A Chorus Line kicked off a two-week stand at Houston's Hobby Center this week. The Marvin Hamlisch musical tells the story of seventeen "wannabe" Broadway dancers, all auditioning for eight limited spots on a chorus line. The one-act production is stacked with stellar dance number...

Everyone's favorite nanny, Mary Poppins, has taken up residency in Houston's Hobby Center for the next three weeks. I attended this Disney musical based on the children's books and movie of the same name on Friday night....