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National tour of ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ launches in Houston
Read full article: National tour of ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ launches in HoustonTony and Grammy Award-winning musical 'Dear Evan Hansen' has been called one of "the most remarkable shows in musical theater history" by the Washington Post. Its national tour kicked off this week in Houston and will travel to more than 80 cities. Watch the full interview with cast members Michael Fabisch (Evan Hansen) and Bre Cade (Heidi Hansen) about why the show is impacting audiences so deeply.
Meet the Texas performers on tour with the hit Broadway musical ‘Hairspray’
Read full article: Meet the Texas performers on tour with the hit Broadway musical ‘Hairspray’Actors Andrew Scoggin and Abigail Bensman sit down with Houston Life's Derrick Shore to chat about this week's performances in their home state of Texas and why the Tony-winning musical 'Hairspray' is striking just the right note with audiences.
The stars of the Tony-winning musical ‘The Cher Show’ stop by Houston Life
Read full article: The stars of the Tony-winning musical ‘The Cher Show’ stop by Houston LifeThe story of Cher's legendary life and career comes to life on stage in "The Cher Show" -- now playing at Theatre Under the Stars at Hobby Center in downtown Houston. The three stars of the show -- Morgan Scott, Catherine Ariale and Ella Perez -- sat down with Houston Life's Derrick Shore and Tessa Barrera to chat about what it was like stepping into such an iconic role.
Celebrating World Theatre Day with changemaking performing arts organizations in Houston
Read full article: Celebrating World Theatre Day with changemaking performing arts organizations in HoustonMarch 27th is World Theatre Day. It's a day to celebrate the importance of theatre arts. Professional theatre company, TEATRX is doing that and amplifying Latinx voices in the city, but they couldn't do it without the non-profit Fresh Arts. Both organizations told Houston Life how they're fostering community.
The Broadway show ‘The Thanksgiving Play’ comes to Houston
Read full article: The Broadway show ‘The Thanksgiving Play’ comes to HoustonHouston Life got a preview of the 4th Wall Theatre Company's latest production, "The Thanksgiving Play." It's about a school producing a Thanksgiving play that's both historically accurate and culturally sensitive. Of course, it doesn't go off as planned. We spoke to one of the actors, Faith Fossett and Jennifer Dean, managing director of 4th Wall Theatre Company.
‘The Traitors’ star Alan Cumming stops by Houston Life ahead of his Texas shows
Read full article: ‘The Traitors’ star Alan Cumming stops by Houston Life ahead of his Texas showsTony Award winner Alan Cumming visits Houston Life during a busy week touring with his one man show in Texas. He chats about his hit Peacock reality show "The Traitors" and shares his philosophy on aging.
Tony-nominated one-woman show highlighting the life of Texas legend Ann Richards
Read full article: Tony-nominated one-woman show highlighting the life of Texas legend Ann RichardsIt's National Texas Day! We're celebrating with a show portraying the second female Texas Governor, Ann Richards, life and legacy on stage.
Alley Theatre Kicks Off Holidays with All-New “A Christmas Carol”
Read full article: Alley Theatre Kicks Off Holidays with All-New “A Christmas Carol”Alley Theatre is kicking off the holiday season with an all-new version of “A Christmas Carol”. It is by Alley Theatre artistic director Rob Melrose. The production focuses on music, magic and Dickens. The production runs through December 30. For ticket information you can visit their website or call 713-220-5700.
‘A Christmas Carol’: Another holiday tradition -- but with a new twist!
Read full article: ‘A Christmas Carol’: Another holiday tradition -- but with a new twist!Ebenezer scrooge greets each Christmas with “Bah! Humbug!” until he is visited one Christmas Eve by the ghosts of Christmas past, Christmas present and Christmas future.
Alley Theatre announces new adaptation of “A Christmas Carol” play to kick off the holiday season
Read full article: Alley Theatre announces new adaptation of “A Christmas Carol” play to kick off the holiday seasonKick off the holiday season at Alley Theatre with a new adaptation of "A Christmas Carol."
Broadway at the Hobby Center adjusts 2020-2021 schedule due to COVID-19 pandemic
Read full article: Broadway at the Hobby Center adjusts 2020-2021 schedule due to COVID-19 pandemicHOUSTON – Adjustments to Broadway at the Hobby Center’s 2020-2021 season schedule were made as the coronavirus pandemic continues to shut down theatre production on stages. Subscribers will continue to keep the same seats for shows scheduled for January and February, according to the news release. Subscribers can also choose to receive a credit, refund, or donate the value of tickets for shows canceled within the current season. The team at Broadway at the Hobby Center’s priority continues to be the health and safety of crew, cast, staff, and audiences, the theatre said in a statement. Here’s the adjusted 2020-2021 season schedule: