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The Minutes

Dirt Dogs Theatre Co.

The Minutes

Written by Tracy Letts, Directed by Curtis Barber, Regional Premiere

Nominated for best play for the 2022 Tony Awards, The Minutes is a biting political satire infused with dark humor, offering a sharp, humorous, and timely critique of power dynamics, political corruption, and the manipulation of history.

Set during a council meeting in the small, fictional town of Big Cherry, a group of local politicians and officials convenes to address seemingly routine, mundane matters. As the meeting unfolds, however, unexpected and unsettling truths about the town’s past and the people in charge begin to surface. With Pulitzer Prize-winning Letts’ signature mix of sharp humor and mounting tension, The Minutes delivers an urgent and engaging reflection on how even the smallest political systems reflect and influence larger power structures.Read more

A Salem Witch Trial

Kevo

A Salem Witch Trial

Inspired by the historical horrors of Salem, a supposed witch is to be trialed, as told by Kevo

Inspired by the historical events that occurred in Salem, this witch trial "As told by Kevo" reimagines the horrors of Salem with a comedic one-act performance. Starring the cast of Kevo's Award-Winning plays, and new talents in Houston, A Salem Witch Trial is a performance to be remembered. Due to the mature profanity, horror, and religious content, mature audiences of 10 years and older are advised, as the youngest actor in the play is 10. Doors open/hosting begins at 7:30 PM, and the play will begin at 8:00 PM. NO LATE SEATING is advised. After the play, photos with the cast will be taken in the lobby near the merchandise table. Read more

Thiruvilayadal Puraanam

Obu Creations & Fashions

Thiruvilayadal Puraanam

A classical Musical Dance Drama

Experience the divine plays of Lord Shiva through the timeless tales of Thiruvilayadal Puranam. Enjoy storytelling, classical music, dance, and cultural performances that bring alive the miracles, wisdom, and compassion of Lord Shiva. Celebrate Tamil heritage, devotion, and art in this enchanting event for all ages.Read more

The Pigeon Gets a Big Time Holiday Extravaganza!

When Mo Willems’ characters get together for the holidays, it’s bound to be the biggest extravaganza ever! The Unlimited Squirrels deck the halls and Elephant and Piggie come ready to celebrate! But will The Pigeon join in the festivities, or will he run all the way to the North Pole in the search of the greatest gift ever? Terrific tunes, silly stories, goofy gifts, audience antics: it’s all in this brand-new musical party that sleighs! Read more

Beautiful Princess Disorder

The Catastrophic Theatre

Beautiful Princess Disorder

By kathy Ng, Directed by Jason Nodler

WORLD PREMIERE

“Welcome to the sky. Thank you for agreeing to stay forever.”

Triangle Person is a “Human Body” with a “Triangle Head”. The "Human Body" part wears a navy blue, no-nonsense swimsuit. The "Triangle Head" part wants YOU to know that they ARE a Beautiful Princess. Would you believe that some people don't think that's true? 

Triangle Person lives in the Parking Lot of Heaven. God lives right next door. He has never come by with a casserole though. But SERIOUSLY, Triangle Person doesn’t mind AT ALL. Triangle Person already has all the BFFs they will ever, ever need. Namely, Saint Mother Teresa (you know the one) and Killer Whale Tilikum (a.k.a. Chief Cumlord of the Seaworld Conglomerate). There is lots to do in the nice cloudy sky, many lives to slice, and luckily all the time in the world. A fuzzy-edged sibling drama for the only child, directed by Jason Nodler. (World Premiere.)Read more

Who's Holiday!

The Garden Theatre

Who's Holiday!

By Matthew Lombardo; Starring Chaney Moore

SINGLE TICKETS on sale AUGUST 21

The Garden Theatre is excited to be celebrating our 5th season! In honor of our anniversary, the first half of this monumental season will consist of audience favorites from previous seasons. From our fourth season, we are thrilled to bring back an unlikely holiday classic, Who's Holiday!, starring the incomparable Chaney Moore as Cindy Lou Who. 

Who's Holiday! is a wildly funny and heartfelt adults-only comedy that tells the story of Cindy Lou Who, now all grown up and residing in a beaten-down trailer in the snowy hills of Mount Crumpit, as she recalls (in between bong rips) that Christmas Eve she first met the Grinch and the twisted turn of events her life has now taken.Read more

Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical

The Garden Theatre

Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical

Created by Jordan Ross & Lindsey Rosin

SINGLE TICKETS on sale AUGUST 21!

The Garden Theatre is excited to be celebrating our 5th season! In honor of our anniversary, the first half of this monumental season will consist of audience favorites from previous seasons. From our second season, we are thrilled to bring back a show BroadwayWorld called "the most fun you'll have in any theatre this holiday season." Join us for the return of one of the most popular shows we've ever produced: Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical. With this return engagement in a larger venue, we are BACK and BIGGER than ever!

Based on the iconic film starring Reese Witherspoon, Ryan Phillippe and Sarah Michelle Geller, Cruel Intentions: The ’90s Musical pulls you into the manipulative world of Manhattan’s most dangerous liaisons: Sebastian Valmont and Kathryn Merteuil. Fueled by revenge and passion, the diabolically charming step-siblings place a bet on whether or not Sebastian can deflower their incoming headmaster’s daughter, Annette Hargrove. As the two set out to destroy the innocent girl— and anyone else who gets in their way — they find themselves playing a perilous game with only one rule: Never fall in love.Read more

Katy Perry Candy Darling Mary Magdalene

The Catastrophic Theatre

Katy Perry Candy Darling Mary Magdalene

By Joe Folladori with Songs by Joe Folladori; Directed by Tamarie Cooper; Music Direction by Alli Villines

WORLD PREMIERE

“What about all the in-betweens?” 

Rock-and-roll was invented by corporations to sell cars and sex to teenagers. Indie rock was invented by teenagers who weren’t into cars or sex. Pop music is a CIA plot, like MK Ultra or Abstract Expressionism. Gender is a pyramid scheme; religion is a performance. Texas is both a gender and a religion. 

How about you? What’s your whole deal? You sure about that? 

A punk elitist attempts to sell his band on a rock opera he wrote about meeting his favorite pop star. But first he has to explain why he has a favorite pop star, why it’s Katy Perry, why he wrote a rock opera about it, and how it all ties into his new look, most succinctly described as “she.” Directed by Tamarie Cooper. (World premiere.)Read more

Venus in Fur

Dirt Dogs Theatre Co.

Venus in Fur

Written by David Ives, Directed by Malinda L. Beckham

Drawing inspiration from Leopold von Sacher-Masoch’s 1870 novella Venus in Furs, Ives’ provocative and dark play is a comedic exploration of power dynamics, control, and sexuality.

Thomas is a playwright searching for the perfect actress to portray Vanda in his stage adaptation of Venus in Furs. As the evening wears on, a mysterious and unconventional woman, ironically named Vanda, arrives for her audition. Not only is she late, she also appears far from the ideal candidate Thomas had in mind. As the audition unfolds, Vanda’s performance takes an unexpected turn, blurring the lines between the script and reality. Through their interactions, the boundaries between the characters and the actors collapse, forcing both Thomas and Vanda to confront the complexities of their desires and the darker sides of human nature.Read more

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