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!…
60 total · showing 41–50
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 of each new project. Through this initiative, the Alley produces world premieres, commissions new plays, and supports playwrights...
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...
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 ghostly spirits who visit him on Christmas Eve. A Christmas Carol instills a powerful message about redemption...
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 line at one of New Yorks hottest restaurants, where the best food inspires the worst behavior. Coercion, threats, and bribes from a...
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...
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 Macy’s SantaLand display. This compact, one-character comedy is a hilarious cult classic, featuring comic encounters during the...
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 to the streets of Victorian London. Dickens’ messages of hope, charity and kindness towards others...
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 game is murder and this is The Suicide Club. But the Club has a new member: Sherlock Holmes—brilliant, perceptive, the greatest detective in...
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 keep his past transgressions buried. A package to see all five readings is available for $60, or $50 for SCR Super Subscribers by calling...
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. Its powerful and moving story chronicles the life of John Merrick, detailing his desperate existence in a Victorian freak...
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Rhinoceros The Catastrophic Theatre (9/18-10/10) |
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A Christmas Carol Alley Theatre (11/15-12/27) |
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Maricela de la Luz Lights the World Company OnStage (10/03-10/24) |
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Agatha Christie’s Death on The Nile Alley Theatre (4/09-4/25) |
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Ed Sheeran at AT&T Stadium AT&T Stadium (10/24-10/24) |
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Frankenstein Sterling Theatre (10/30-11/02) |
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Richard O'Brien's THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Art Factory (10/16-10/31) |
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Waitress Lutcher Theater (10/24-10/24) PHOTOS |
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Atwood & Comeaux In Concert Ovations Night Club (11/21-11/21) |
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Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In by Ed Friendly & George Schlatter Theatre Suburbia (4/16-5/15) |
