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University of Houston’s Moores Opera Center to Stage World Premiere of Tom Cipullo’s HOBSON’S CHOICE
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025

The University of Houston’s Moores Opera Center will launch its 2025–26 season with the world premiere of Hobson’s Choice, a new comic opera by acclaimed American composer Tom Cipullo, October 23–26 at the Moores Opera House.

Review: BEDLAM'S HAMLET at 4th Wall Theatre
by Brett Cullum - May 5, 2025

And what of Wesley Whitson as Hamlet, perhaps the most challenging role in the entire canon of Shakespeare’s works? He is age-appropriate and fiercely dives into the madness for the first two-thirds, and then becomes steely and predatory for the final acts.

VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE Comes to 4th Wall Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2024

Following the hit success of Kate Hamill’s SENSE & SENSIBILITY last year, 4th Wall Theatre Company will launch into the upcoming holiday season with a revival of the Tony Award-winning comedy, VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE.

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre to Present Pittsburgh Premiere of Trey McIntyre's PETER PAN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2024

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre will present the Pittsburgh premiere of Trey McIntyre's PETER PAN, opening this month. The production promises a fresh take on the classic tale with innovative choreography. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

PETER PAN Comes to Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2024

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre will present the Pittsburgh premiere of Trey McIntyre’s Peter Pan. PBT will perform the family-friendly ballet October 25-27 at the Benedum Center as the opening production of its 2024-25 Emerald season. 

4th Wall to Present Upcoming Holiday Production of Kate Hamill's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2023

Discover 4th Wall's upcoming holiday production of Kate Hamill's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY. Find out the show dates and venue information to plan your visit. Immerse yourself in the stage adaptation of this beloved classic novel. Get your tickets now.

Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for THE PAVILION at 4th Wall Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2023

4th Wall Theatre Company will start off its 13th season with the Pulitzer-nominated romance, THE PAVILION by award-winning theatre and TV writer Craig Wright and directed by Christy Watkins. Get a first look inside rehearsals!

Jennifer Dean, Luis Galindo, and Philip Lehl Will Star in THE PAVILION at 4th Wall Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2023

4th Wall Theatre Company, continuing to set high standards for extraordinary performances in Houston, begins its 13th season with the modern romantic classic, THE PAVILION by award-winning theatre and TV writer Craig Wright and directed by Christy Watkins (Miss Maude, Jesus Hopped the ‘A’ Train, Disgraced).

Photos: First Look at FAIRVIEW at 4th Wall Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - May 28, 2023

4th Wall Theatre's production of the Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece, FAIRVIEW runs through June 17, 2023. FAIRVIEW, which ran at Theatre for a New Audience in NYC to SOLD OUT audiences and with multiple extensions can FINALLY be seen right here in Houston, TX at the home for 'Extraordinary performance, up close,' 4th Wall Theatre Company. Check out production photos here!

4th Wall Theatre Company to Present FAIRVIEW Beginning in May
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 30, 2023

4th Wall Theatre will close its 2022-2023 season with the Pulitzer Prize winning masterpiece, FAIRVIEW from May 26 – June 17, 2023.

Photos: First Look at THE SOUND INSIDE at 4th Wall Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 22, 2023

Nominated for six Tony awards, including Best Play, the Houston premiere of THE SOUND INSIDE by Adam Rapp runs at 4th Wall Theatre Company through February 11, 2023. Check out photos here!

THE SOUND INSIDE Announced At 4th Wall Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2022

Nominated for six Tony awards, including Best Play, THE SOUND INSIDE by Adam Rapp will make its Houston premiere at 4th Wall Theatre Company on January 20, 2023.  

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards; Alley 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 Houston Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards; at Points North Theatre Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022

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

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards; Alley Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022

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

Review: 4th Wall Theatre Company Strikes a Spooky Chord in Lucas Hnath's THE THIN PLACE
by Armando Urdiales - Nov 2, 2022

Two chairs, a side table, and a lone actress on stage begins 4th Wall Theatre’s production of Lucas Hnath’s The Thin Place. These four elements are the creation of a spooky and eerie story of what lies between the mortal and ghostly worlds. Ultimately, 4th Wall’s The Thin Place features top-tier performances from some of Houston’s favorites.What did our critic think of 4TH WALL STRIKES A SPOOKY TONE IN LUCAS HNATH’S THE THIN PLACE at 4th Wall Theatre Company?

Photos: First Look at THE THIN PLACE at 4th Wall Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2022

4th Wall Theatre Company is presenting the Regional Premiere production of the highly suspenseful off-Broadway play THE THIN PLACE by award-winning playwright, Lucas Hnath. Get a first look at photos here!

THE THIN PLACE Announced At 4th Wall Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 22, 2022

4th Wall Theatre Company, Houston’s home for extraordinary performances up close, is proud to present the Regional Premiere production of the highly suspenseful off-Broadway play THE THIN PLACE by award-winning playwright, Lucas Hnath.

BWW Review: MACGYVER: THE MUSICAL at Stages Repertory
by Armando Urdiales - Feb 17, 2022

As the audience walks into MACGYVER THE MUSICAL at STAGES, the greeting they receive is full of '80s​​​​​​​ nostalgia. Primarily based on the TV series, the audience is reminded of the height of '80s fashion and pop culture. Jane Fonda's workout tape, teased hair, and denim are the beginnings of a great night of frivolity and fun as audience members become participants in this new camp classic.

BWW Review: A.D. Players' NO ONE OWNS ME Provides an Insightful Outlook on Trafficking in Houston
by Armando Urdiales - Feb 1, 2022

NO ONE OWNS ME by Chris Cragin-Day and Pia Wilson running at AD Players is one of the most exciting productions occurring this winter in Houston. The play involves the daily lives and conversations of two Houston women. Sex trafficking advocate and counselor, Carla, and recent victim, Macey, discuss sex trafficking—both past and present—and what it means for both of their futures.