A Woman’s Memory, Her Greatest Betrayal
A Woman’s Memory, Her Greatest Betrayal is a modern psychological thriller that delves into the turmoil faced by Rachel, a woman grappling with dependency as...
The Alley Theatre
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Upcoming Shows
Summer Chills
Summer Chills premieres at the Alley Theatre, tackling themes of memory and trust in a modern psychological thriller. Adapted by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel...
Romeo and Juliet
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....
Uhuru
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,...
The Night Shift Before Christmas
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,...
A Christmas Carol
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,...
WOMB 2.0
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...
The Cherry Orchard
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...
The Shark is Broken
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...
Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile
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...
Marjorie Prime
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...
Edward Albee’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
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...
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Review: FADE TO BLACK at Shabach Enterprise
by Brett Cullum - June 19, 2026
You get an entire evening of short bursts of brilliance, kinda like a fireworks show to commemorate Juneteenth. This year, all ten entries are extremely solid in both what they say and who says them....
Review: WAITING / REX at ISHIDA
by Brett Cullum - June 13, 2026
ISHIDA DANCE had a world premiere with their presentation of waiting / REX at the Asia Society Texas Center. This program is an adaptation of Samuel Beckett's Waiting for Godot and Sophocles' Oedipus Rex. Both are choreographed by the company’s artistic director....
Review: CLUE from BROADWAY AT THE HOBBY CENTER
by Brett Cullum - June 11, 2026
There’s not much to critique here; CLUE is just fun. If you love the game or the movie, you know what you are in for ahead of time. It’s an hour and twenty minutes that flies by, leaves you laughing, and lets you forget the world for a bit....
Review: MISERY at ALLEY THEATRE
by Brett Cullum - June 08, 2026
Whether you’re a #1 fan of Stephen King or just coming in the door, this MISERY is worth enduring. The acting is top-notch, and the tech puts the film to shame....
Review: SPAMILTON & 21 CHUMP STREET at Stages Houston
by Jonathan Netek - June 06, 2026
It’s a Broadway Roast in this hilarious double bill!...
Review: AIRLINE HIGHWAY at DIRT DOGS THEATRE CO.
by Brett Cullum - May 26, 2026
AIRLINE HIGHWAY is a fascinating slice of life from Lisa D’Amour. It feels like we are watching everything happen in real time, and it seems so authentic to New Orleans. It has a wonderful sense of place....
Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at THEATRE UNDER THE STARS
by Brett Cullum - May 23, 2026
TUTS makes it live up to its name. It’s a handsome production, a great cast, and it feels like an old faithful friend. When you’re down and troubled, and you need a helping hand, just call the box office. ...
Review: THAT DRIVE THRU MONTEREY at Stages Houston
by Jonathan Netek - May 17, 2026
Young Love, Love Lost and Genuine Storytelling in Stages’ Sin Muros Festival’s first fully developed production....
Review: DEAR ALIEN at Alley Theatre
by Brett Cullum - May 15, 2026
This is Sartre for the America of today, and the Alley Theatre kicks it off in grand style in its Neuhaus auditorium below their mainstage....
Review: WHO ALL OVER THERE at The Ensemble Theatre
by Jonathan Netek - May 09, 2026
WHO ALL OVER THERE Balances Comedy With Honest Conversations on Race and Relationships...
Past Shows
Misery
He’s Her Obsession, She’s His NightmareFamous romance author Paul is rescued from a car crash by his "number one fan.” As Annie nurses Paul to...
Dear Alien
Seven Questions, Three Actors, One AlienAfter captivating audiences nationwide with Born with Teeth, playwright Liz Duffy Adams returns to the Alley in her thought-provoking world premiere....
The Importance of Being Earnest
Alley Theatre presents a production of The Importance of Being Earnest, featuring witty social commentary and mistaken identities set in the Victorian era. This classic...
English
Language, Connection, And Finding Your VoiceWinner of the 2023 Pulitzer Prize! This heartfelt, humorous play follows five strangers in an Iranian TOEFL class as they...
The Da Vinci Code
Uncover A Secret That Could Change EverythingJoin the thrilling adventure as symbologist Robert Langdon and cryptologist Sophie Neveu race to solve a deadly puzzle that...
Noël Coward's Private Lives
Step into a tempestuous world where love and laughter collide in unexpected ways! When divorced couple Elyot and Amanda accidentally find themselves honeymooning with their...
Private Lives
Private Lives features a humorous exploration of relationships and romantic entanglements. Directed by KJ Sanchez, this production reimagines Noël Coward's classic in the vibrant setting...
Primary Trust
Primary Trust is a poignant exploration of friendship and self-discovery, following old friends Kenneth and Bert as they reconnect over mai tais at a local...
Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery invites audiences into a thrilling world of wit and intrigue as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson embark on a madcap...
Ken Ludwig's Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
Embark on a thrilling adventure with Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson as they unravel the mystery of the Baskervilles with wit, charm, and suspense. Todd...
The Glass Menagerie
Alley Theatre presents Tennessee Williams' classic, which explores the fragile dynamics of a family entangled in memories and aspirations. Amanda, a fading Southern belle, clings...
Seared
Seared is a spicy comedy by Theresa Rebeck that explores the chaotic world of culinary arts and the clashes between artistic passion and business realities....
December: a love years in the making
December: a love years in the making is a world premiere romantic comedy by Marisela Treviño Orta, directed by Marcela Lorca. The story follows the...
A Christmas Carol
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...
A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol returns to the Alley Theatre this holiday season, adapted from Charles Dickens' beloved novella. Directed by Rob Melrose and remounted by Amber...
The Night Shift Before Christmas
The Night Shift Before Christmas follows Margot as she navigates her Christmas Eve shift at a drive-thru while dealing with difficult customers and the haunting...
The Janeiad
The Janeiad is a world premiere by Anna Ziegler, directed by Rob Melrose, exploring themes of grief, hope, and love. The narrative intertwines the lives...
Noises Off
Noises Off is a comedic exploration of the chaos that occurs behind the scenes of a theatrical production. Set in a farcical world where actors...
The Alley
By comfort ifeoma katchyDirected by ShaWanna Renee RivonIn an alley of row houses in Houston’s Third Ward in 1976, a once tight-knit family picks up the...
Uhuru
By Gloria MajuleDirected by Eileen J. MorrisJoin Mshale, a tour guide, as he leads a Tanzanian-only climb of Mount Kilimanjaro. He is joined by Sprite, a...
Wolfie
By Sharr WhiteDirected by Rob MelroseMelinda and Jasper are recent Manhattan transplants trying to live the life; a stunning rent-free apartment helps. But when their spirited...
Zero Hour
By Tea AlagicDirected by Lily WolffTold through a series of interviews, a woman explores her relationship with her mother as defined by their shared experience during...
And Then There Were None
Agatha Christie’s classic mystery unfolds in a secluded setting as ten strangers find themselves trapped on an isolated island. With each character harboring their own...
A Christmas Carol
The Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre and Artistic Director Rob Melrose (https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Rob-Melrose/) announces the return of Alley's holiday tradition, Charles Dickens (https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Charles-Dickens/)' A Christmas Carol. This...
A Christmas Carol
The Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre and Artistic Director Rob Melrose announces the return of Alley's holiday tradition, Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. This holiday favorite promises to be a dazzling...
The Servant of Two Masters
Identities are mistaken, engagements are broken, and lovers are reunited in this world premiere adaptation of Carlo Goldonis commedia dellarte masterpiece. Set in Venice, mayhem...
Alley All New Festival
New plays in development from some of the most exciting voices in contemporary theatre. All readings and workshops are free and open to the public....
Torera
Bullfighting in Yucatn, Mexico is a world nearly exclusive to menyet for Elena Ramrez, it is her life's ambition. With the help of her best...
Sherlock Holmes And The Case Of The Jersey Lily
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...
The Odyssey
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...
FeaturedCowboy Bob
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,...
Cambodian Rock Band
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...
A Christmas Carol
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...
A Christmas Carol
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...
What-A-Christmas!
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...
A Christmas Carol
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...
Edward Albee's Seascape
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...
Lend Me A Soprano
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...
Alley All New Festvial
The annual Alley All New Festival is comprised of a variety of public and in-house programs designed to support playwrights and cater to the needs...
A Christmas Carol
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...
A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas
A Christmas Carol A Ghost Story of Christmas is a family-friendly re-telling of Charles Dickens classic story, which follows Ebenezer Scrooges journey with the three...
Fully Committed
Becky Modes hilarious and delicious comedy, featuring over 40 characters, comes to life in the hands of one man. Meet Sam. He works the reservation...
A Christmas Carol
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...
The Santaland Diaries
Company Artist Todd Waite reprises his role as “Crumpet the Elf” in the outlandish, and true, chronicles of David Sedaris’ experience as a worker in...
A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story of Christmas
Houston’s holiday favorite is back with Charles Dickens' classic tale of hope and redemption. With joyous music, breath-taking costumes, and soaring sets, you’ll be transported...
Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Suicide Club
In the heart of London, behind the impassive facade of a windowless house, some of Europe’s most powerful men gather to play a game. The...
Warrior Class
They’re already calling him “the Republican Obama,” but when Julius Weishan Lee makes a bid for Congress, he must decide how far he’ll go to...
The Elephant Man
Tony Award-winning and Drama Desk winner, The Elephant Man, is based on the true story of the “elephant man,” so-called because of his hideous deformity....
A Few Good Men
Hubbard Stage: - Aaron Sorkin....
Clybourne Park
The powerfully provocative Clybourne Park, the 2012 Tony Award winner for Best Play and 2011 Pulitzer Prize winner, is the most talked-about show of the...
The Mountaintop
The Mountaintop is a gripping re-imagining of events the night before the assassination of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. After delivering one...
The Santaland Diaries
Company Artist Todd Waite reprises his role as "Crumpet the Elf" in the outlandish, and true, chronicles of David Sedaris' experience as a worker in...
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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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AC/DC NRG Stadium (8/31-8/31) |
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Newsies National Youth Theater (7/31-8/09) |
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Moulin Rouge – The Musical Sarofim Hall (7/14-7/12) |
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Descendants the Musical National Youth Theater (7/11-7/12) |
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Describe the Night Company OnStage (6/05-6/27) |
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2026 Night Nation Run - Dallas, TX Texas Live! (9/12-9/12) |
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Write The Vision Productions Presents: Faith For My Family Stage Play Jefferson Theatre (9/05-9/05) |
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Mr. Toad's Mad Adventures Alvin College Theatre (6/23-6/25) |
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A Streetcar Named Desire Pearl Theatre (7/17-7/20) |
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