Productions

By Larry Shue

Directed by Justin Holloway

In a fishing lodge in rural Tilghman County, Georgia two Englishmen, Froggy and Charlie, arrive as guests. The shy Charlie agreed to accompany Froggy on the trip after his sick wife begged him to go. When people at the lodge try to talk to Charlie, however, he remains silent: he is terribly shy, depressed about his wife's illness, and cannot find the words to reply. Froggy claims that Charlie cannot talk because he is a "foreigner" from an exotic country, and does not understand English. Taking the explanation that he's a  non-English speaker as fact, the lodge's guests quickly begin revealing their secrets, and Charlie soon discovers scandals amongst some of the residents of the lodge.

5M, 2W

Auditions: Feb 22nd & 23rd

Perfs: Apr. 10th thru Apr. 25th

Matinee: Apr. 12th & 19th - Open Captioned

Six quirky adolescents face off in a high-stakes spelling competition, revealing touching backstories and laugh-out-loud moments along the way. This fast-paced, heartfelt musical celebrates individuality, friendship, and the awkward hilarity of growing up.

Directed by Zack Steele. Description and performance details courtesy of the UH School of Theatre and Dance.

This outrageous musical based on Monty Python and the Holy Grail turns Arthurian legend into a riot of absurdity, knights, and killer rabbits. Expect laughter, chaos, and Broadway-sized silliness.Description adapted from TUTS/Houston Chronicle season announcement.

Description adapted from TUTS website.

In the spring, CTC returns to the Bard with one of Shakespeare’s greatest tragedies, Othello. This marks the company’s first Shakespearean tragedy since 2013’s Hamlet.

The story follows Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army, as he is manipulated by his ensign, Iago, into believing that his wife, Desdemona, has been unfaithful. Consumed by jealousy and mistrust, Othello’s descent leads to devastating consequences.

Exploring themes of racism, jealousy, and manipulation, Othello remains one of Shakespeare’s most searing and timeless works.

Directed by CTC Executive Artistic Director John Johnston, who previously directed Three Sisters and performed in The School for Scandal (2023).

Synopsis adapted from Classical Theatre Company’s website.

Robert Wilson’s visually mesmerizing production transforms Handel’s iconic oratorio—arranged by Mozart—into an ethereal stage experience. With bold imagery, striking movement, and luminous design, Messiah becomes both a spiritual and theatrical revelation. Patrick Summers leads the HGO Orchestra and Chorus in this monumental event.

Synopsis adapted from Houston Grand Opera’s official 2025–26 season materials.

Directed by Eileen J. Morris. This Tony Award-winning classic follows Troy Maxson, a former baseball player whose unfulfilled dreams cast long shadows over his family. Set in 1950s Pittsburgh, Fences is a powerful story about love, duty, and the unbreakable bonds between fathers and sons. 

Synopsis adapted from Alley Theatre’s official 2025–26 season press release.

April 17 - May 16, 2026

Fridays & Saturdays @ 8:00pm

Sundays May 3 & 10 @ 2:00pm

The Carol Burnett Show entertained audiences for more than a decade and was celebrated for its humor and chemistry among the cast memebers. It has been recognized as one of the greatest television shows of all time, influencing future comedy programs. Join us for an evening of some of our favorite Carol Burnett sketches as we pay tribute to this beloved part of television history.

The play will be directed by Sam Martinez.

Figaro returns to HGO in Rossini’s sparkling comedy of love and clever deception. This lively co-production from Canada, France, and Australia bursts with color, wit, and unforgettable melodies. Will Liverman stars as the quick-witted barber who helps young lovers outsmart their elders in a joyful celebration of mischief and romance.

Synopsis adapted from Houston Grand Opera’s official 2025–26 season materials.

Winner of the 2022 Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Juicy is a queer, Southern college kid well-versed in Shakespeare and Radiohead. When the ghost of his father demands revenge, he questions whether to break cycles of trauma or follow fate. Amid a raucous family barbeque, Fat Ham explores love, loss, pain, and joy.

“Hot and sizzling... A raucous, flat-out hilarious comedy... Fat Ham is a revelation.” – The New York Times
“Uproarious... an unalloyed comedy pleasure.” – Wall Street Journal
“Delicious, funny and piercingly moving, Fat Ham is a celebration that’s as thoughtful as it is irreverent.” – Daily Beast

Description and performance details courtesy of 4th Wall Theatre Company.

The School of Theatre & Dance presents its 13th annual festival of original short plays, showcasing the best new work by UH student playwrights. A lively, fast-moving celebration of creativity and collaboration.

Description and performance details courtesy of the UH School of Theatre and Dance.

By Liz Duffy Adams. Directed by Shelley Butler. From the playwright of Born with Teeth comes an inventive and darkly funny new work. A struggling advice columnist faces financial ruin and one last impossible deadline when an extraterrestrial letter lands in her inbox. A witty and thought-provoking exploration of communication, creativity, and what it means to be human. Synopsis adapted from Alley Theatre’s official 2025–26 season press release.

This contemporary romantic comedy explores what happens when love crosses cultural lines. With humor and honesty, it examines how relationships can bridge—or expose—our differences. A charming, insightful story about connection, family, and finding common ground in unexpected places.

Synopsis adapted from The Ensemble Theatre’s 2025–26 season materials.