Does It Make A Sound? is a new full-length historical drama by Houston playwright and theatre educator Velvia Keithley. Set in Texas and Boston in 1895, the play follows Ophelia Freeman, a brilliant young Black woman pursuing a medical education in a world determined to silence her voice, and Katherine MacNeil, her white half-sister whose privilege cannot protect her from insecurity, expectation, and the limitations placed upon women of the era. As the sisters struggle toward the same impossible dream, they are forced to confront questions of race, morality, family loyalty, and who history chooses to remember.

Inspired by the lives of early Black physicians and women in medicine, Does It Make A Sound? explores generational healing, hidden truths, and the cost of survival in post-Reconstruction America.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17 @ 7:00 PM

MATCHBOX 1

RUNTIME:
2 hours with 1 intermission
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TICKETS:
General Admission
FREE with RESERVATION

PLEASE NOTE:

NO LATE SEATING

If you find that you are unable to use your tickets after reservation, please contact the box office to release them for others to use.

This event is suitable for audiences ages 12 and older.

Food/Beverages will not be allowed inside the theater. Please enjoy your concessions before the performance and during the intermission.

PLAN YOUR VISIT TO MATCH

 🎟️BOX OFFICE & TICKETING 

• Online reservations end 30 minutes prior to curtain. After this time, tickets may be available in person at the MATCH Box Office. 
• The Box Office opens 2 hours before performance time for Will Call and walk-up reservations. 
• Not able to attend? If you find that you are not able to attend please contact the box office to release your reservations. 

⏱️BEFORE THE SHOW 

• MATCH Concessions opens 1 hour prior to the start of each event. 
  Enjoy a cocktail, wine, beer, or snack before the show. 
  View concessions menu. 
• Seating typically open 30 minutes prior to curtain. 
• Please note: Some shows have a no late seating or re-entry after the performance has begun. Arrive early! 

🅿️LOCATION & PARKING: MATCH is located in Midtown Houston. Click here for directions and parking options, including garages and metered street parking. 

🍽️AREA RESTAURANTS & BARS: Make it a night out! Click here for a curated list of nearby restaurants and bars within walking distance of MATCH. 

♿ ACCESSIBILITY: MATCH is a fully accessible facility. For accessible seating or special assistance, please contact the box office in advance so we can help accommodate your needs. Click here to email the box office