Firecracker Productions focuses on contemporary works that examine our relationships with each other and the world around us. Previous performances include Houston premieres Love/Sick, Becky Shaw, and Belleville, regional premiere Crooked, a female adaptation of The Duck Variations, and a special production of Stuart Gilbert's translation of No Exit granted by Sartre's estate.

Other past events include Friendsgiving and 24 Hour PlayFest.

Firecracker artists have received nominations for Houston Theater Awards for Best Supporting Actress and Best Ensemble.