Allison Engel

Review: ERMA BOMBECK: AT WIT’S END at Austin Playhouse
by Sabrina Wallace - May 26, 2026

Funny, warm, and painfully relatable, Austin Playhouse’s Erma Bombeck: at wit's end transforms domestic chaos into razor-sharp comedy. Sarah Fleming Walker commands the stage in a captivating solo performance that captures the exhaustion, wit, ambition, and quiet resilience behind Bombeck’s iconic voice.

ERMA BOMBECK: AT WIT’S END to be Presented at Austin Playhouse in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2026

Austin Playhouse will present Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End by Margaret Engel and Allison Engel, directed by Producing Artistic Director Lara Toner Haddock. The production runs in Austin Playhouse’s intimate Studio Stage May 22–June 7, 2026. 

THE HEART SELLERS and More Join Austin Playhouse 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2025

Austin Playhouse has expanded its 2025-26 Season lineup with three additional shows, including The Heart Sellers. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.

ERMA BOMBECK: AT WIT'S END Comes to Des Moines Performing Arts
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2024

Erma Bombeck: At Wit's End comes to Des Moines Performing Arts next month. Performances run in December at Temple Theater. Learn more about the production here!

Review: RED, HOT, PATRIOT - THE KICK-ASS WIT OF MOLLY IVINS at Austin Playhouse
by Joni Lorraine - Oct 14, 2024

What did our critic think of RED, HOT, PATRIOT - THE KICK-ASS WIT OF MOLLY IVINS at Austin Playhouse?

Tickets to RED HOT PATRIOT at Austin Playhouse on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2024

Austin Playhouse will present Red Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins by Margaret Engel and Allison Engel starring Austin Playhouse company member Cyndi Williams. Learn how to purchase tickets.

SOME LIKE IT HOT And More Announced for Denver Center for the Performing Arts 2024/25 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2024

Get the latest updates on DCPA Broadway's 2024/25 subscription season and newly added attractions. Stay tuned for exciting performances and theatrical experiences coming your way.

Theatre Tuscaloosa Presents ERMA BOMBECK: AT WIT'S END
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2023

Theatre Tuscaloosa opens the 2023-24 Season: A Season of Change with Erma Bombeck: At Wit's End, a one-woman show by Margaret Engel and Allison Engel, October 4 - 8, 2023, in the Alabama Power Recital Hall on the Martin Campus of Shelton State Community College (9500 Old Greensboro Rd).

ERMA BOMBECK: AT WIT'S END is Coming to Cleveland Play House This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 22, 2023

Cleveland Play House will present the Suburban Outlaw production of Erma Bombeck: At Wit's End, a quick-witted, uplifting story recounting the life of America columnist and humorist, Erma Bombeck.

Cleveland Play House to Present THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, AMADEUS, and More in 108th Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 3, 2023

Check out the lineup for Cleveland Play House's 108th Season here!

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards; Zach Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards; at Texas State University Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards; at Texas State University Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW Staff - Dec 12, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards; Gaslight-Baker Theater Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

First Stats Released For The BroadwayWorld Austin Awards; Gaslight's ANNIE GET YOUR GUN Leads Best Musical
by BWW Staff - Nov 21, 2022

The first live standings have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Triangle Productions Presents ERMA BOMBECK This December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2022

Triangle Productions presents Erma Bombeck by Margaret Engel and  Allison Engel, December 1 – 17th.

Austin Playhouse to Present Three Live Performances of RED HOT PATRIOT: THE KICK-ASS WIT OF MOLLY IVINS in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2022

Austin Playhouse will present Red Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins by Margaret Engel and Allison Engel starring Austin Playhouse company member Cyndi Williams as the notorious journalist for three performances October 14–16, 2022.

MRT Reschedules ERMA BOMBECK: AT WIT'S END Pauses Production Due to Omicron
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2022

Due to the surge in Covid-19 infection rates, Merrimack Repertory Theatre announced today that its upcoming production of Erma Bombeck: At Wit's End will pause after the completion of rehearsals next week, and the comedy will restart with both live and video performances on February 24. This move will cause the theatre to shift Woody Sez: The Life and Music of Woody Guthrie to June.

Greenville Theatre Rings In 2022 With ERMA BOMBECK: AT WIT'S END
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 4, 2022

Greenville Theatre will ring in the new year with our first show of 2022, Erma Bombeck: At Wit's End!

Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Austin Awards; Gaslight's GODSPELL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 27, 2021

This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.