Houston Theater Newsroom
The latest news on live theater in Houston from Broadway shows on tour to regional theater.
Houston Chamber Choir to Present 26th Annual HEAR THE FUTURE Choral Invitational Festival
The Houston Chamber Choir will present its annual Hear the Future Invitational Choral Festival, featuring youth choirs from across the Greater Houston area.
Apollo Chamber Players to Present EMPOWER Concert as Part of American Story Series
Houston-based Apollo Chamber Players wil present EMPOWER, the third program in their season-long American Story series at Houston's MATCH in Midtown.
Tommy Tune Collection Finds a Home at the University of Houston
Tommy Tune’s legacy is taking center stage at the University of Houston, thanks to a generous gift from Tune and his sister, Gracey—a new collection that will give students and scholars a front row seat to the artistry of a show business icon.
Review: DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Broadway At The Hobby Center
The current BEAUTY AND THE BEAST tour is a celebration of the Broadway musical’s 30th anniversary, and a chance for director and choreographer Matt West and book writer Linda Woolverton to revisit a stage version they have been working on since it all began in Houston during 1993.
4th Wall Theatre Company to Present Reading of FURLOUGH'S PARADISE a.k. payne.
4th Wall Theatre Company will present public readings of Furlough's Paradise, the 2025 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize winner by a.
THE GREAT GATSBY National Tour Reveals Full Cast
Full casting has been announced for the North American Tour of THE GREAT GATSBY, a new musical.
Young Audiences of Houston Receives $20,000 Grant from National Endowment for the Humanities
Young Audiences of Houston has been awarded a $20,000 NEH grant to support Celebration of America through the Arts.
Interview: Darrell T. Joe of DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Broadway At The Hobby Center
'I went to school, did a couple of cruise ships, and then I moved to New York with two bags and a tube of Chapstick, and I've lived there for 15 years now.
Full Cast Set for Sanaz Toossi’s ENGLISH at Alley Theatre
Alley Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team of English.
Musiqa and NobleMotion Dance Will Bring FREE REIN to the MATCH
Musiqa and NobleMotion Dance, known for their innovative collaborations, will present Free Rein—a fusion of music, dance, multimedia design, and cutting-edge neuro-engineering—January 23–25, 2026, at the MATCH.
Contest: Win Opening Night Tickets to TITANIQUE on Broadway
Enter to win two tickets to opening night on Sunday, April 12, 2026, dinner, and a merch pack from Titanique on Broadway! The prize includes opening night tickets, dinner for two, and a merch prize pack.
The Heartbeat Theater To Present David Auburn's PROOF
The Heartbeat Theater is preparing for its inaugural production at Easthampton’s Williston Theater, staging Proof in CitySpace’s Blue Room.
The Players Theatre Company To Present ANNIE JR. As Part Of The Penguin Project
The Players Theatre Company has been designated a replica chapter of The Penguin Project and will present a production of Annie Jr.
Director Andrew Roblyer to Host First-Ever 14-Hour Live Directing Marathon
Houston-based director Andrew Roblyer will attempt a theatrical first: twelve consecutive live directing sessions across a fourteen-hour marathon, each built from scratch in front of a live audience.
Interview: Suzanne King, Bringing us STAGE WHISPERS About Houston Local Theatre
I try to inform Houstonians about all the shows happening in and around the Houston area, as it can be daunting to keep track of them.
Jones Hall Plans $4.9 Million Renovation as Houston’s Theater District Continues to Evolve
Jones Hall for the Performing Arts is planning a $4.
Review: CRUEL INTENTIONS: THE 90S MUSICAL at The Garden Theatre
A Nostalgic Blast: CRUEL INTENTIONS: THE ’90s MUSICAL Brings Pop to Midtown
Why Community Connection Matters More Than Ever for Regional Theater
A nationwide look at regional theater marketing and community engagement, with lessons from Knoxville, Durham, Fayetteville, Nashville, Atlanta, and Branson on building awareness, loyalty, and support.
Video: Behind the Scenes of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Alley Theatre
Ever wonder about the stories of all the houses in A CHRISTMAS CAROL? Watch as scenic Designer Michael Locher walks through his vision for transporting Alley Theatre audiences across Victorian London.
ICYMI: Meet the Next On Stage: Season 6 Finalists
Earlier this week, BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 3 performers in both age groups.
Review: WHO'S HOLIDAY at The Garden Theatre
WHO’S HOLIDAY is playing one weekend only.
Watch: Next On Stage Season 6 Finalists Revealed
Tonight's the night! Who will be the finalists of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, December 19 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out! This season is presented by AMDA & Atlantic Acting School and sponsored by MTI, 54 Below, and Westin New York at Times Sq
Video: 'Blue Skies' from Irving Berlin's White Christmas at TUTS
Get a first look at all-new video of 'Blue Skies' from White Christmas at Theatre Under the Stars.
Interview: John Cameron Mitchell of HEDWIG AND OH,MARY! at NUMBERS NIGHTCLUB
But before that OH, MARY! run, John is coming to NUMBERS HOUSTON to do a special all-day event for HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH.
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2026 Annual Festival of Originals (The FOO) Theatre Southwest (7/24-8/08) |
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat A.D. Players at the George Theater (6/24-8/02) |
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Tamarie's Greatest Hits, Volume 3 The Catastrophic Theatre (6/19-8/01) |
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anthropology Theatre Southwest (10/30-11/21) |
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Hardy WhiteWater Amphitheater (11/21-11/21) |
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Wicked Hobby Center for Performing Arts (6/23-7/25) |
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Ed Sheeran at AT&T Stadium AT&T Stadium (10/24-10/24) |
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Jesus Christ Superstar Deluxe Theatre (8/14-8/17) |
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The Constant Wife Theatre Southwest (4/09-5/01) |
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Come from Away Stages (9/18-10/18) |