BWW Reviews: Catastrophic Theatre's MIDDLETOWN is Darkly Comic and Philosophical
by David Clarke
- May 25, 2014
Will Eno, who is currently enjoying his Broadway debut with THE REALISTIC JONESES at the Lyceum Theatre, won the 2010 Horton Foote Prize for Promising New American Play with his darkly comedic musings on the lives we lead between birth and death in his play MIDDLETOWN. With a solid Regional Premiere, The Catastrophic Theatre is gifting Houston audiences with a chance to experience the wry, philosophic work that celebrates the mundane.
BWW Interviews: Jennifer Decker Talks Mildred's Umbrella's 2014 -2015 Season
by Kristina Nungaray
- May 22, 2014
Mildred's Umbrella Theater Company has a successful history of presenting Houston audiences with bold and innovative theatre, offering patrons an altogether edgy theatre-going experience. In addition to their 2014-2015 mainstage season, Mildred's Umbrella has just kicked-off their four play series entitled The Women's Project with CASSANDRA by Katharine Sherman. The Women's Project will feature plays that are written by a female playwright, or contain thematic elements that explore the feminine perspective. Furthermore, a portion of proceeds from each of the productions in The Women's Project series will be donated to local charities dedicated to women's issues. Taking time out of her schedule, Artistic Director and Co-Founder Jennifer Decker, met with us to fill us in on what Houston Audiences can expect from Mildred's Umbrella Theater Company's 2014-2015 Season.
BWW Reviews: Mildred's Umbrella Theater Company's ROME is Unsettling, Interesting Theatre
by David Clarke
- Mar 14, 2014
If you have ever wondered what theatre by Chuck Palahniuk may be like, then ROME is definitely for you. If you're looking for interesting theatre that will give you plenty to mull over, then ROME is also for you. If you are looking for theatre that will discomfort you to the core of your being while making you laugh at things that you generally wouldn't laugh at, then ROME is for you too. All in all, the experimental ROME was a risk well worth taking.
BWW Reviews: The Catastrophic Theatre's THE PINE - A Modern Take on Purgatory
by David Clarke
- Oct 3, 2013
When attending a production at The Catastrophic Theatre, I always know I am in for a journey. My favorite aspect of this group is that each and every one of their productions is a risk-taking endeavor, guaranteeing Houston audiences access to fresh, cutting-edge presentations of theatrical craftsmanship. Their current production, the World Premiere of Mickle Maher's THE PINE was commissioned by The Catastrophic Theatre and funded in part by a grant awarded by The MAP Fund, a program of Creative Capital supported by the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation and The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. Unfortunately, THE PINE wasn't to my liking, but the opportunity to see something crafted with this company in mind is reason enough for anyone to attend a performance.
Catastrophic Theatre to Premiere THE PINE, 9/27-10/19
by Tyler Peterson
- Sep 11, 2013
The Catastrophic Theatre is pleased to announce the world premiere of The Pine, a new play by the author of past Catastrophic favorites There is a Happiness That Morning Is, Spirits to Enforce, and The Strangerer, Mickle Maher. The Pine opens Friday, September 27 and runs Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 8 pm through October 19 at The Catastrophic Theatre, 1119 East Fwy, 77002.
BWW Reviews: Mildred's Umbrella Theater Company's FOXFINDER Brims With Insight and Intrigue
by David Clarke
- Aug 20, 2013
For me, the appeal of avant-garde pieces of theatre is never knowing exactly what you're in for when the houselights dim and the show begins. For Houston audiences, Mildred's Umbrella Theater Company specializes in these kinds of productions, and their current presentation of Dawn King's FOXFINDER is no different. The play is set in a somewhat dystopian England. Heavy rains, floods, and illness have plagued the Covey farm for about six months and caused them to fall behind their government mandated production schedule. William Bloor, a foxfinder, is sent to the farm to investigate if Judith and Samuel Covey are suffering from contamination. What transpires during William Bloor's visit to the Covey farm invites audiences to explore the power of propaganda and belief as the characters' lives are permanently altered. The absorbing drama was the winner of the 2011 Papatango writing competition and earned Dawn King the Most Promising Playwright award at the 2012 Off West End Awards.
Mildred's Umbrella Theatre Presents FOXFINDER, Now thru 8/31
by BWW News Desk
- Aug 16, 2013
Mildred's Umbrella Theatre Company presents the Houston premier of Foxfinder, by Dawn King, tonight, August 16-31, 2013. The production will be directed by Matt Huff and starring Patricia Duran, Michelle Edwards, Bobby Haworth and Kevin Lusignillo.
Mildred's Umbrella to Present Dawn King's FOXFINDER, 8/16-31
by Tyler Peterson
- Jul 6, 2013
Mildred's Umbrella Theatre Company proudly presents the Houston premier of Foxfinder, by Dawn King, August 16-31, 2013 with a preview on Thursday, August 15. The production will be directed by Matt Huff and starring Patricia Duran, Michelle Edwards, Bobby Haworth and Kevin Lusignillo.
Mildred's Umbrella Theatre Co. to Present FOXFINDER, 8/16-31
by Tyler Peterson
- Jun 14, 2013
Mildred's Umbrella Theatre Company proudly presents the Houston premier of Foxfinder, by Dawn King, August 16-31, 2013 with a preview on Thursday, August 15. The production will be directed by Matt Huff and starring Patricia Duran, Michelle Edwards, Bobby Haworth and Kevin Lusignillo.
STAGE TUBE: Promo Video of MONDAY NIGHT MONOLOGUES
by Stage Tube
- Jul 9, 2012
Creator and Artistic Director Dambra Sabato and partners Ray Croce and Chelsea DiPilla bring A Saturday's Child, their arts and entertainment company's groundbreaking theatrical production of MONDAY NIGHT MONOLOGUES to a close this month. The trio will present the 'one-of-a-kind', now thrice-proven show at Plays & Players, 1714 Delancey Street in Philadelphia. All shows are on Mondays: July 9, 16 and 23. Shows start at 8:00pm, doors open at 7:30pm. BroadwayWorld has a video promo of the show below.
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