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Photos: First Look at SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE CASE OF THE JERSEY LILY at Alley Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
Get a first look at photos of Sherlock Holmes and The Case of The Jersey Lily at Alley Theatre.
Ishida Dance Company's World Premiere of HAVING BEEN BREATHED OUT to be Presented in Austin & Houston
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
ISHIDA Dance Company, in collaboration with Asia Society Texas will present having been breathed out featuring works choreographed by ISHIDA, renowned Greek choreographer Adonis Foniadakis, and award-winning Romanian choreographer Edward Clug.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Step Afrika!, and More Set For Performing Arts Houston 2023/24 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
 Performing Arts Houston has announced its 23/24 Season of national and international touring artists and new works from artists in the Houston community. The arrival of the new season will coincide with major advances in the multi-year renovation of Jones Hall, including the installation of new auditorium seating, expanded restrooms, and more.
Ars Lyrica Houston Presents A Celebratory Season Finale On May 13
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2023
Grammy-nominated ensemble Ars Lyrica Houston closes out their 22/23 season with a celebratory concert on Saturday, May 13th at 7:30 pm in Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. Songs of Zion features six stellar singers alongside Baroque orchestra and highlights music from the rich legacy of psalm settings of the Jewish and Christian traditions.
Review: TUTS BREAKS TROUPES WITH LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL AT THE HOBBY CENTER
by Armando Urdiales - April 12, 2023
We all have heard or maybe used the inappropriate phrase 'dumb blonde.' However, the musicalization of challenging this notion in Legally Blonde the Musical, currently in performances at TUTS, challenges our use of the expression with a heartwarming and uplifting tale of breaking the glass ceiling.
On The Verge Theatre Presents CATHOLIC SCHOOL GIRLS, May 4-28
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2023
On the Verge Theatre presents “Catholic School Girls” by Casey Kurtti as the final show of their first official season. Journey back to the 1960s with the upcoming production of 'Catholic School Girls' by Casey Kurtti, directed by Jimmy Phillips.
Cast & Creative Team Set for TORERA World Premiere at Alley Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2023
The Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre has announced the cast and creative team of the world premiere of Torera by Monet Hurst-Mendoza and directed by Tatiana Pandiani.
Review: THE OLDEST BOY at Main Street Theater
by Brett Cullum - April 11, 2023
This is easily one of Main Street Theater’s strongest offerings this year, and it is a show that is well-thought through and exquisitely paced. Sophia Watt achieves near nirvana balancing acting with design and execution in her direction. THE OLDEST BOY is about as perfect as you can manage to get in live theater, and it offers a lot to consider.
Lone Star College North Harris to Present Nick Payne's CONSTELLATIONS This Month
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2023
Lone Star College North Harris & Cash Carpenter Productions will present  CONSTELLATIONS by Nick Payne for 10 performances from April 12th through 22nd.
THE TOMMY TUNE AWARDS Show Returns In Person For 2023!
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2023
Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) has announced the finalists for the 2023 Tommy Tune Awards and the return of the in-person awards show for the first time since 2019! The 2023 Tommy Tune Awards will be held on May 4 at 7 p.m. at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts.
SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE CASE OF THE JERSEY LILY Extended at Alley Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2023
The Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre has extended the run of Sherlock Holmes and The Case of the Jersey Lily to May 14, 2023. 
Houston's Brave Little Company Receives National Award For Artistic Innovation
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2023
Brave Little Company, a theatre creating and producing work about, with, and for all of Houston's kids and their grownups, will receive the 2023 TYA Artistic Innovation Award.
JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH Comes to Main Street Theater
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2023
Main Street Theater (MST) continues its Theater for Youth season with the whimsical modern classic James & the Giant Peach based on the book by Roald Dahl, dramatized by Richard R. George.
Review: 4th Wall Theatre Pulls at Heartstrings in Sanctuary City.
by Armando Urdiales - April 06, 2023
Immigration. The word that has been much on the lips of everyone in the last years. On both sides of the political aisle, this topic has created laws that have impacted many. An expert production at 4th Wall reveals the real-world ramifications of this legislation in Martyna Majok's Sanctuary City. 
Houston Grand Opera Reveals 2023-24 Sarah and Ernest Butler Houston Grand Opera Studio Artists
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2023
Houston Grand Opera (HGO) has concluded an extensive global search and is delighted to introduce the four new and six returning artists selected to train with the Sarah and Ernest Butler Houston Grand Opera Studio (Butler Studio) in the upcoming 2023-24 season.
THE BOOK OF MARY Extends at Dirtdogs Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2023
The Book of Mary (It Costs a Lot to Be Real)—the ultimate theatrical collaboration between Houston icons Mary Hooper and Ted Swindley—has been extended through April 16 due to popular demand!
Mark Nadler Will Highlight Jewish Composers at Congregation Brith Shalom
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2023
On Sunday, May 7, 2023, at 3pm, Congregation Brith Shalom of Houston, TX will present a singular performance featuring Broadway legend Mark Nadler (Drama Desk and Broadway World Award nominee cabaret artist) and Hazzan David Krohn (Brith Shalom).
Cast Theatrical Launches Cast Kids On Stage Summer Camps
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2023
Cast Theatrical Company has announced theatre summer camps for youth ages 8-14 years beginning June 26. The camps will provide children with the opportunity to experience the creative process offered by live theater through a Performance Camp and a Theatre Crafts Camp.
Alley Theatre Cancels Performances of THE ODYSSEY
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2023
The Alley Theatre in Houston has cancelled all performances of THE ODYSSEY. The production was set to open this week and run through April 23.
JURASSIC WORLD LIVE TOUR Comes to Houston in August
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2023
Jurassic World Live Tour, an exhilarating and unpredictable live, family entertainment experience that brings the wonder and thrills of Jurassic World to generations of fans, will be roaring into Houston for the first time ever this summer playing NRG Stadium for seven action-packed performances from August 4–6, 2023.
Rec Room Arts Presents WOLF PLAY in April
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2023
Rec Room Arts presents WOLF PLAY written by Hansol Jung and directed by Lily Wolff (Hurricane Diane). Following an exciting and extended production at Soho Rep in New York, WOLF PLAY will make its Houston premiere this spring at Rec Room Arts.
The Catastrophic Theatre's Production of Sarah Kane's CLEANSED Canceled Due To Unforeseen Tragedy
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2023
The Catastrophic Theatre's production of Sarah Kane's CLEANSED, scheduled to open this Friday, March 31, has been canceled due to the sudden, untimely death of a beloved cast member. 
Review: CLYDES At Ensemble Theatre Is a Masterclass Production
by Armando Urdiales - March 27, 2023
Do you ever feel anxious at work? Tired? Maybe you are stressed because your home life is chaotic. Now add the pressure that you are formerly incarcerated, and your boss (who was also in prison) consistently uses this fact against you. On top of which, your work is making sandwiches at a busy truck stop with never-ending pressure and a toxic work environment. This scenario from acclaimed playwright Lynn Nottage is Clydes, currently in production at Houston's The Ensemble Theatre.
Texas Premiere of 1776 is Coming to Theatre Under The Stars in July
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2023
Individual tickets for the Texas premiere of the limited Broadway revival tour of 1776 at Theatre Under The Stars are now on sale.
Company OnStage Presents CINDERELLA GOES DISCO, April 8- 29
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2023
Company OnStage presents 'Cinderella Goes Disco' written by Schubert Fendrich, directed by Patrick Thornton, and produced by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Service, Inc., Englewood, Colorado.

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