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Theatre Under The Stars

Theatre Under The Stars

Houston nonprofit home for musical theatre producing mainstage musicals, education programs, and community initiatives.

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Current & Upcoming Shows

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Mrs. Doubtfire

10/13/26 - 10/25/26 at the Sarofim Hall at The Hobby Center
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

Based on the beloved film, Mrs. Doubtfire follows an out-of-work actor determined to remain close to his children. His unusual solution leads to a heartfelt and funny story about family, love, and the lengths people will go to stay together.

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The Who’s Tommy

2/2/27 - 2/14/27 at the Sarofim Hall at The Hobby Center
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

The Who’s groundbreaking rock opera follows Tommy Walker, who retreats into himself after witnessing a traumatic event and later becomes an unlikely celebrity through his extraordinary talent for pinball. The score includes “I’m Free,” “See Me, Feel Me,” “Sensation,” and “Pinball Wizard.”

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Oh, Mary!

4/27/27 - 5/9/27 at the Sarofim Hall at The Hobby Center
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

Cole Escola’s dark comedy reimagines Mary Todd Lincoln as a frustrated and deeply unhappy woman in the weeks before Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. The intentionally outrageous historical comedy explores her ambitions, desires, and chaotic personal life through an absurd and irreverent lens.

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Disney’s The Little Mermaid

12/8/26 - 12/24/26 at the Sarofim Hall at The Hobby Center
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and Disney animated film, this musical follows Ariel, a young mermaid fascinated by the human world above the sea. The Broadway-sized production features Alan Menken’s music and familiar songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World.”

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Kinky Boots

3/30/27 - 4/11/27 at the Sarofim Hall at The Hobby Center
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

Kinky Boots returns with its uplifting story of an unlikely partnership that transforms a struggling shoe factory. Featuring a Tony-winning score by Cyndi Lauper and a book by Harvey Fierstein, the musical celebrates friendship, acceptance, and finding the courage to be yourself.

Company News

October 9, 2026

Houston Press

Houston Press interviews Mrs. Doubtfire tour lead Craig Allen Smith

Margaret Downing speaks with Craig Allen Smith about the quick costume changes and physical demands of playing Daniel Hillard and Mrs. Doubtfire on tour. The production comes to Theatre Under the Stars at the Hobby Center October 13–25.

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September 25, 2026

Houston Chronicle

TUTS turns to touring shows for most of its 2026–27 season

The Houston Chronicle reports that Theatre Under The Stars is presenting mostly national tours this season, with The Little Mermaid as its sole locally produced musical. Artistic director Dan Knechtges explains the decision and its impact on staff and Houston artists.

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