Alley Theatre presents a new production of William Shakespeare's classic tragedy, detailing the timeless tale of love and conflict between two star-crossed lovers in Verona. Directed by Rob Melrose, this adaptation captures the essence of youthful passion and the risks inherent...
Uhuru, written by Gloria Majule and directed by Shariffa Ali, will have its world premiere at the Alley Theatre from October 16 to November 8, 2026. The play explores themes of access and identity through the story of an unexpected group preparing for a “Tanzanian-only” ascent...
The Night Shift Before Christmas is an adult holiday comedy by Isaac Gómez, directed by KJ Sanchez. Set on Christmas Eve, the story follows Margot, who is used to working the overnight shift despite dealing with cranky drive-thru customers. When her deceased best friend, Jackie...
A Christmas Carol, a beloved holiday classic adapted from Charles Dickens' novella, will grace the Alley Theatre stage this season. Directed by Amber D. Gray, this production captures the transformative journey of Ebenezer Scrooge as he encounters the spirits of Christmas Past...
WOMB 2.0, written by Marisela Treviño Orta and directed by Tatiana Pandiani, is a world premiere set in the near future where childbirth has become a high-stakes gamble due to an undetectable virus. The story follows Claudia, a new recruit at an exclusive birthing clinic...
In the Alley Theatre's upcoming production, audiences will experience Anton Chekhov's classic The Cherry Orchard, directed by Richard Nelson. Set against the backdrop of an aristocratic family's struggle to hold onto their cherished estate, this adaptation strips the narrative...
The Shark is Broken explores the behind-the-scenes chaos of the iconic film Jaws, revealing the tumultuous dynamics between stars Richard Dreyfuss, Roy Scheider, and Robert Shaw as they navigate personal conflicts and production delays. Directed by Brandon Weinbrenner, the play...
Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile is adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig and directed by Eleanor Holdridge. The story unfolds on a luxury cruise along the Nile, where a honeymoon takes a dark turn as a murder occurs among the wealthy passengers. Renowned detective Hercule...
Marjorie Prime is a poignant drama that delves into the complexities of memory and loss. Set in the near future, it follows an elderly woman who engages with an artificial intelligence version of her deceased husband, prompting reflections on past relationships and the essence...
Edward Albee's iconic play brings audiences into a tumultuous late night encounter between a married couple who transforms their home into a battlefield of psychological warfare. As cocktails flow, the lines between truth and deception blur, revealing deep-seated insecurities...
What occurs when your family name has more importance than you do? This question sits at the center of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' play Purpose, currently being performed at The Ensemble Theatre, and the answer is messy, hilarious, uncomfortable, and profoundly human. Because of the direction by Eileen …
It’s flashy, loud, and has a silliness you can’t avoid. But there are the dark corners, and it does say a lot that you will be surprised to unravel.…
4TH Wall does wonderful work here, and I really admire David Auburn’s script more for what it doesn’t do rather than what it does. It never really boils over into any sort of climax and refuses to offer an easy solution for anyone’s relationship in the show.…
It is painstakingly faithful to the book, save for some extra beats that make Jane a more modern-minded woman. Rebecca Bernstein’s performance is wonderful and a career-high for her so far. Luke Hales is the right Rochester, and Todd Thigpen is a delicious Mason.…
I never thought I would have such a good time watching five women talk about their sexual organs, but I absolutely understood every moment as if I had been lucky enough to have been assigned female at birth.…
It deserves a large run, but the Stinson House space makes it all so immediate. You will feel lucky if you get through the door.…
The thing about this cast is they are having fun and putting the play in play, and the comedy in musical comedy. It’s a blast of nitrous oxide, a giggle when you need it, and a surprisingly inspiring take on the creative forces of having questionable taste.…
A NICE INDIAN BOY is one of the most fun romantic comedies that I have seen in years. It is such a nice surprise, and it really captures the heart of the team putting it on!…
Would you believe me if I told you the hottest theater ticket in Houston this summer was to see a nun teach a class? Denise Fennell first debuted as Sister in LATE NITE CATECHISM at Stages Houston during 2007. Since then, the actress has had one of the longest relationships between any Houston theat…
This company is having a great time with a thriller, and it shows. I always feel like the “Summer Chills” is when these actors get to play!…
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The wit of Oscar Wilde meets the cunning of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. In this comic twist on a classic sleuthing caper, Wildes muse, actress Lillie Langtry (a.k.a the Jersey Lily) presents Holmes with what seems like an open and shut case. But with his superior powers of deductive...
With rich Caribbean tones of his island home, Derek Walcott (winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature) adapts the ancient story of Odysseus, the soldier-king who spends 10 adventurous years making his way home from the Trojan War. Interspersing the story with a commentary by the...
You wouldnt look twice at Peggy Jo. She's a good daughter, always tips, plays by the rules - but when she dons a fake beard, sunglasses, and ten-gallon hat, she becomes Cowboy Bob- the slickest bank robber Texas has ever known. And she may just be the life-affirming inspiration...
Guitars tuned. Mic checked. Get ready to rock! This darkly funny, electric new play with music tells the story of a Khmer Rouge survivor returning to Cambodia for the first time in thirty years, as his daughter prepares to prosecute one of Cambodias most infamous war criminals...
Rediscover the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation as he encounters the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Be transported into Victorian England with dazzling costumes and stunning sets. Join us for a Dickensian celebration of love, redemption, and the...
Inspired by the original novella, Melrose captures Dickens witty wording and evocative style to surprise audiences with parts of the familiar story they didnt know were there! With rich Victorian costumes, exciting magical elements created by acclaimed magician Jim Steinmeyer...
Meet Margot, a 30-something Tejana who works at a beloved whata-sized Texas burger joint. The Christmas Eve overnight shift is her personal tradition even if that means spending the holiday dealing with grumpy drive-thru customers and an equally grumpy robotic Santa. But when...
Inspired by the original novella, Melrose captures Dickens’ witty wording and evocative style to surprise audiences with parts of the familiar story they didn’t know were there! With rich Victorian costumes, exciting magical elements created by acclaimed illusionist Jim...
From major American playwright and Alley favorite Edward Albee comes a Pulitzer Prize-winning play that tackles two of the playwrights favorite subjects: marriage and what it means to be human. With his signature wit, Albee introduces a middle-aged couple, Nancy and Charlie...
Ken Ludwig, Americas preeminent comic playwright and author of recent Alley hits The Three Musketeers and Agatha Christies Murder on the Orient Express, debuts his latest play, Lend Me A Soprano, to kick off the season. The play is set in 1934, when the clever and combustible...
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Rhinoceros The Catastrophic Theatre (9/18-10/10) |
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The Constant Wife Theatre Southwest (4/09-5/01) |
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To The Bone Theatre Southwest (5/28-6/19) |
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Cleopatra Midtown Arts (10/03-10/03) |
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Disney's The Little Mermaid Theatre Under The Stars (12/08-12/24) |
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The Music Man Theatre Under The Stars (9/15-9/27) |
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Summer Show: To Be Announced Theatre Suburbia (7/23-8/21) |
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Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Alley Theatre (5/28-6/13) |
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2026 Accordion Kings & Queens Miller Outdoor Theatre (10/10-10/10) |
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Christmas Belles by Jones, Hope & Wooten Theatre Suburbia (11/06-12/05) |
