On Book: Readings Take Center Stage in Houston
Scene: a bare stage anywhere—in a theater, a rehearsal hall, even on an outdoor platform under a tree.
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Who the Dickens is Scrooge?: A Christmas Carol at Dallas Theater Center
Productions of the A Christmas Carol have decorated the stages of local theaters for decades. Dallas is no exception, with the Dallas Theater Center now presenting their 38th production of the tale through Dec. 28 at the Wyly Theatre.
Acting in Texas: Joel F. Grothe
Joel F. Grothe holds court as Thomas Cromwell in Main Street Theater's production of Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies, through Dec. 18.
Angels in Houston: It’s A Wonderful Life at HGO
It's the holiday season, which means we get all crazy about making memories with our family and friends. Perhaps it's this insatiable urge that drives us to the same shows over and over.
WOWZA: Funnyman at Circle Theatre Scratches Below Comedy’s Surface
The title, Funnyman, is a little misleading. Sure, this tightly-structured work by Philadelphia playwright Bruce Graham has its chortles, but at heart it’s a story about the seriousness of comedy, and those who create it.
Taking the Lead: ZACH Theatre provides Access to All
Lee Nguyen from the City of Austin gave the latest work at ZACH Theatre a thumbs-up review. But it wasn’t exactly for the company’s latest drama, comedy or musical.
Power Study: Main Street Theater’s Rebecca Greene Udden on Wolf Hall
This month, Houston’s Main Street Theater becomes the first U.S regional company to attempt the intricately plotted historical drama, Wolf Hall.
Making It Look Easy: Jubilee Theatre’s New Artistic Director William “Bill” Earl Ray
William “Bill” Earl Ray says theater is in his genes. His grandmother was a gospel singer, his mom acted in high school, and he had an uncle they called “Mr. Do Everything” because he tap danced, acted and sang.
New Theater New Audiences: Lott Entertainment Presents Moves to the Alley
A year ago, Lott Entertainment Presents, introduced Houston to cabaret and theatrical performances rarely seen in the city.
A Culture Collective: Art Outside the Therapy Hour
In the months following our two comedy improvisation classes with Beta Theater last year, our teacher, actor Jerry Emeka remarked candidly, “I could not for the life of me figure out what your collective ‘deal’ was.”
Ann Flashes Back to Another Feisty Politician
Dorothy Ann Willis Richards’ had a personality about the size of the state she governed.