Saturday, June 30, 2018

Hale Centre Theatre presents THE JOHN DENVER TRIBUTE SHOW, August 27 & 28


reviews - LITTLE WARS - Arizona Women's Theatre Company

KatiBelle Collins and Kathi Osborne
photo by Laura Durant
highlights from local critics reviews - (click link at bottom of each review to read complete review)

Click here for more information on this production that runs through July 8th.

"Steven Carl McCasland's Little Wars, which presents an imaginary meeting between such well-known, historical literary figures as Gertrude Stein, Lillian Hellman, Dorothy Parker, and Agatha Christie, is an intriguing drama that blends fact and fiction and takes place in France right before Hitler invaded. The play is receiving its Arizona premiere from Arizona Women's Theater Company in a well-cast and astutely directed production...McCasland's script is well plotted and his dialogue is realistic, with each woman delivering lines that are in distinct voices and are character specific. There is also an abundance of nuance in each of the characters....However, there is a good amount of artistic liberty taken in the piece...Joy Bingham Strimple...has directed her cast to deliver realistic portrayals of these incredibly strong women. As Stein, KatiBelle Collins is bossy, authoritative and argumentative. Yet we also see from Collins' assured performance the love, trust and passion Stein feels for not only Toklas and her work but for all of these women. Her monologue, when she ponders "Why am I not normal?" is not only very well written but incredibly well delivered. Kathi Osborne's no-nonsense approach to Hellman creates a character infused with realism, strength and power. ....While some of the characters as depicted are slightly sanitized from reality, the piece is full of honest emotions and presents many difficult topics. It is a powerful play that depicts the strength, vulnerabilities and power of these famous women set against the dangerous realities of Hitler's Germany while also focusing on topics such as rape, misogyny and homophobia, which are, unfortunately, still relevant today. " -Gil Benbrook, Talkin' Broadway (click here to read the complete review)

COMING SOON - Herbert Paine, Broadway World (click here to read the complete review)

photos - THE BIG RADIO BROADCAST OF 1941 - Copperstate Production / Fountain Hills Theater

CLICK HERE for more information on this production, which runs through July 29th










photos by Patty Torrilhon

SEUSSICAL, JR. - East Valley Children's Theatre - September 27-October 7, 2018



Book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, Conceived by Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty and Eric Idle, Based on the Works of Dr. Seuss; Music Supervised, Adapted and Produced by Bryan Louiselle

The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos, including Jojo, a Who child who thinks too many “thinks.” Horton faces a double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, and kidnapping, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant. Seussical is fun for the whole family!

Thursday September 27, 7 pm
Friday September 28, 7 pm
Saturday September 29, 4 pm
Saturday September 29, 7 pm
Sunday September 30, 2 pm *ASL
Thursday October 4, 7 pm
Friday October 5, 7 pm
Saturday October 6, 4 pm
Saturday October 6, 7 pm
Sunday October 7, 2 pm

*ASL – American Sign Language Interpretation. Audio Description available upon request 2 weeks in advance by calling the EVCT office 480-756-3828.

CLICK HERE for more information and to purchase tickets

THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER, THE MUSICAL - East Valley Children's Theatre - November 29-December 9, 2018




Book and Lyrics by Jahanna Beecham, Music & Lyrics by Malcolm Hillgartner

Based on the bestselling book, this delightful comedy is an American classic and one of the best holiday stories ever written. In this hilarious Christmas tale, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids – probably the most inventively awful kids in history. Mayhem and fun collide when the Herdmans meet the Christmas story head-on. You won’t want to miss this great family entertainment for the holidays.

Thursday November 29, 7 pm
Friday November 30, 7 pm
Saturday December 1, 4 pm
Saturday December 1, 7 pm
Sunday December 2, 2 pm *ASL
Thursday, December 6, 7 pm
Friday, December 7, 7 pm
Saturday, December 8, 4 pm
Saturday, December 8, 7 pm
Sunday, December 9, 2 pm

*ASL – American Sign Language Interpretation. Audio Description available upon request 2 weeks in advance by calling the EVCT office 480-756-3828.

CLICK HERE for more information and to purchase tickets

CAMELOT AND CAMELITTLE - East Valley Children's Theatre - February 14-24, 2019




by Stacey Lane, winner of EVCT’s Play Writing Contest

A spunky little girl has one dream: to become a Knight of the Round Table.  But King Arthur, Queen Guinevere, Sir Lancelot, and her other heroes laugh at her when she demonstrates her skills by pretend fighting a lizard dressed up like a dragon. Rejected, she gathers up a ragtag group of unappreciated misfits and leaves Camelot to start her own perfect queendom. You won’t want to miss this great take on Camelot and the power of a determined young girl.

Thursday February 14, 7 pm
Friday February 15, 7 pm
Saturday February 16, 4 pm
Saturday February 16, 7 pm
Sunday February 17, 2 pm *ASL
Thursday February 21, 7 pm
Friday February 22, 7 pm
Saturday February 23, 4 pm
Saturday February 23, 7 pm
Sunday February 24, 2 pm

*ASL – American Sign Language Interpretation. Audio Description available upon request 2 weeks in advance by calling the EVCT office 480-756-3828.

CLICK HERE for more information and to purchase tickets

THE LOST BOYS OF NEVERLAND - East Valley Children's Theatre - June 13-23, 2019


by Tanner Morris, an original play

What happened when Peter Pan left Neverland? Captain Hook returned and took over where he left off after Peter went missing.  Why did Peter leave?  Is he coming back?  And who is this young foster girl Jaime from New York?  Will she be the one to stop Hook? The Neverland adventures continue in this sequel to the Peter Pan Adventures.  Great fun, family entertainment – a must see for everyone.

Thursday June 13, 7 pm
Friday June 14, 7 pm
Saturday June 15, 4 pm
Saturday June 15, 7 pm
Sunday June 16, 2 pm
Thursday June 20, 7 pm
Friday June 21, 7 pm
Saturday June 22, 4 pm
Saturday June 22, 7 pm
Sunday June 23, 2 pm *ASL

*ASL – American Sign Language Interpretation. Audio Description available upon request 2 weeks in advance by calling the EVCT office 480-756-3828.

CLICK HERE for more information and to purchase tickets

audition notice - NARNIA - Fountain Hills Youth Theater - July 24, 30, 31



The Fountain Hills Youth Theater is proud to announce auditions for the first show of the 2018-2019 season!

 “Narnia” is a musical adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ wonderful tale, “The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe" that will delight old and young alike!  The musical follows four young children as they step into an apparently plain clothing wardrobe dresser and emerge into a magical world of mythical beasts and talking animals and find themselves pawns in a war against an evil Ice Queen!

Audition Dates: Tuesday, July 24, Monday, July 30th, Tuesday, July 31st at 5:45pm
Callbacks: Wednesday, August 1st if needed

Production dates: Friday, September 21st - Sunday, October 7th
Possible school day production September 27th

**Click Here For More Information and to Register**

If cast, your child will be receiving over 110 hours of professional direction from trained, industry professionals. Please be aware that if your child is cast in this show, there is a production fee of $50.00 per participant (t-shirt provided). Parents are also required to volunteer for 10 hours (or opt out fee $100) and donate concession items (2 cases of 16.9 oz bottled water, 1 case soda, 1-30 count box of candy--or opt out fee $30) Scholarships and additional volunteer options available. NO ONE will be denied participation based on ability to pay.

cast announcement - LONE STAR / LAUNDRY AND BOURBON - Mesa Encore Theatre


Hattie - Kelsey Pokatello
Ray - Van Rock
Roy - Matt Winter
Elizabeth - Savannah Grottenthaler
Amy Lee - Paige Westfall
Cletis - Travis Bovard

CLICK HERE for more information and to purchase tickets

ticket discount - 42ND STREET - Scottsdale Musical Theater Company


Scottsdale Musical Theater Company has a special Fourth of July online ticket offer!

Get 50% off - any section, any performance - good now thru July 4th.

Just use promo code SMTC50

CLICK HERE to get your 50% tickets today!


Thursday, June 28, 2018

audition notice - FUN HOME and ELF:THE MUSICAL - youth males between 8-13 - Phoenix Theatre - July 9


Phoenix Theatre Male Youth Audition

These auditions are for boys between the ages of 8-13 for our productions of Fun Home and Elf: the Musical

When: Monday July 9th 2018.
Where: Phoenix Theatre Studio, check in location- Green Room
What to Prepare: (2) contrasting 16 bars of Music and (1) 1 min Monologue. 

An accompanist will be provided, we will not have playback options in the room.  The second song will be sung upon request from the casting team only.

What to Bring: 3 headshots, 3 resumes, 3 audition forms (form will be given with your slot confirmation e-mail)

How to Book Your Slot: Please e-mail the Associate Production Manager Karla Frederick at: k.frederick@phoenixtheatre.com and include the full name of the person auditioning, their e-mail and phone number.

We will be booking 6 slots per half hour on Monday followed by callbacks after the initial audition slots.  When you request a slot please indicate your top two choices, we will try our best to get you in one of those slots. 

The following times are your options for Monday.
5:00
5:30
6:00
6:30

Show Dates are below:

Fun Home: Hormel
Rehearsals begin Sept. 18th, 2018
Designer Runs: Sept. 30th + Oct. 2nd, 2018
Tech Oct. 5th thru 9th, 2018
Opening Oct. 12th, 2018
Closing Dec. 2nd, 2018      

Elf: Main Stage
Rehearsals begin Oct. 23rd, 2018
Designer Runs: Nov. 4th + 6th, 2018
Tech Nov. 9th thru 13th, 2018
Opening Nov. 16th, 2018
Closing Dec. 30th, 2018


photos - LITTLE WARS - Arizona Women's Theatre Company

CLICK HERE for more information on this production, which runs through July 8th







photos by Laura Durant

All Puppet Players' 2018 / 2019 Season!


Jaws: Live Abridged & Completely Underfunded
October 5-27, 2018

The very first summer blockbuster gets the low-fi treatment as the All Puppet Players punch their way through another glorious duct-taped extravaganza. Their patented plethora of pop-culture references, ludicrous audience interactions, and financially lacking sets will bring the story of the small town hunted by a big ol' shark to life! It's sure to bring joy and laughter to everyone willing to go back into the water. We're gonna need a bigger stage!










Die Hard: A Christmas Story
November 30-December 29, 2018

Yippie Ki-Yay, puppet lovers! The holiday hit is back and ready for some more holiday cheer! What do you get when you cross the definitive holiday action movie with All Puppet Players brand of fast, fury, funnied-frenzy? You get an instant holiday classic!

While most families will deposit their holiday cheer with Scrooge and friends, the All Puppet Players are offering an alternative that includes a puppet Bruce Willis, a battle for Nakatomi Plaza and tons of pop-culture references to hang nice and cozy over your fireplace.

John McClane tries to save his wife and several others from master criminal Hans Gruber during a Christmas party. Nothing is safe and no holiday memory unsoiled while the puppets wreak havoc on Christmas (Yay, we said it) and bring the holiday spirit to all good little boys and girls. There’ll be caroling, and gun-fights, curse words, and all the puppet anarchy you can shake a yule log at. Enjoy the newest holiday tradition! Welcome to the party, pal!

Waiting For Henson
February 1-February 23, 2019

Two figures meet on a lonely stretch of road in the middle of nowhere. Nothing happens, nothing is certain and there’s never anything to do. Sound boring? Not when the All Puppet Players lampoon absurdist theatre and prove that nothing means anything… and anything means EVERYTHING. Confused? Exactly!

This nonsensical-tomfoolery abandons logical construction, rational thought, and intellectually usable arguments to prove that irrationality, self-awareness, and puppets are a lethal combination when someone tries to assign meaning to them.












A Fistful of Puppets
April 5-27, 2019

Howdy Partners! The All Puppet Players aim their sights on the western genre as they bring you the rootinest- tootinest show on stage! A quick-draw competition sets the stage for a gaggle of homicidal maniacs, insane humans, and a downright hilarious cast of characters, all hoping for victory and unspoiled riches. Among them is a mysterious lady, with ties to the town and seeking vengeance. To settle a long-tallied score, she must battle the band of unruly outlaws and face the cold-blooded gunslinger holding the town and her past captive. Watch and laugh as puppets and humans are infused into this celebrated genre for a show packed with sight gags, yee-haws, outrageous plot twists, audience participation and pure puppet anarchy! So grab your boots, chaps, and cowboy hats and come see the weirdest thing on stage since Paint Your Wagons.




Fridays and Saturdays at 8PM, plus additional Thursday at 8PM performance the final week of each run

Performance held at Playhouse on the Park at Central Arts Plaza
1850 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Venue is across the street from Phoenix Theatre's campus
The Box Office will open one hour prior to the performance.

WARNING! All Puppet Players shows are for mature audiences with exceedingly immature tastes- (although tasting is not recommended due to risk of fur balls) no one under 17 years of age will be permitted. Shows contain strong adult language and situations. Puppets can be unpredictable—so if you are of a sensitive nature or are easily offended—puppets don’t care.

CLICK HERE for more information and to purchase tickets now!

ALICE IN WONDERLAND, JR. - CYT Phoenix - October 25-28, 2018



Book adapted and additional lyrics by  David Simpatico
Music Adapted and Arranged and Additional Music and Lyrics by  Bryan Louiselle
Based on the 1951 Disney film

Travel down the rabbit hole and join Alice, one of literature’s most beloved heroines, in her madcap adventures.  Featuring updated songs from Disney’s thrilling animated motion picture, Disney’s Alice in Wonderland JR.is a fast-paced take on the classic tale.

The ever-curious Alice’s journey begins innocently enough as she chases the White Rabbit.  Her adventures become increasingly more strange as she races the Dodo Bird, gets tied up with Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, raps with a bubble-blowing Caterpillar and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game!

Director: Isaac Wesley Wilson
Music Director: Sara McDermott
Choreographer: Haley Gadbery

Phoenix Center for the Arts
1202 N 3rd St, AZ 85004

Dates / Times:
Thursday, Oct 25th @ 7:00pm
Friday, Oct 26th @ 7:00pm
Saturday, Oct 27th @ 2:00pm
Saturday, Oct 27th @ 7:00pm
Sunday, Oct 28th @ 2:00pm

Tickets go on sale Friday September 7, 2018 at 12:00am

Ticket Prices:
$20.00: Standard Ticket Price
$15.00: Senior Ticket Price
(Min Senior Age: 60)
$15.00: Student Ticket Price
$20.00: At Door Price

CLICK HERE for more information, and to purchase tickets when available

YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN - CYT Phoenix - February 1-10, 2019


Book, Music and Lyrics by Clark Gesner
Additional Dialogue by Michael Mayer
Additional Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa
Based on The Comic Strip “Peanuts” by Charles M. Schulz

Currently celebrating its 50th Anniversary! YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN (Revised) is a fresh approach to the all-time 1967 classic, based on the beloved comic strip by Charles Schultz. Sally Brown joins Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy, Schroeder, and Snoopy in this charming revue of vignettes and songs. Two new songs, “Beethoven Day” and “My New Philosophy,” have been added to the twelve numbers from the original version, which include “My Blanket and Me,” “The Baseball Game,” “Little Known Facts,” “Suppertime,” and “Happiness.”

Mesa Arts Center - Nesbitt/Elliott Playhouse
One East Main Street, AZ 85201

Dates / Times:
Friday, Feb 1st @ 7:00pm
Saturday, Feb 2nd @ 2:00pm
Sunday, Feb 3rd @ 2:00pm
Friday, Feb 8th @ 7:00pm
Saturday, Feb 9th @ 2:00pm
Saturday, Feb 9th @ 7:00pm
Sunday, Feb 10th @ 2:00pm

Tickets go on sale Friday November 30, 2018 at 12:00am

Ticket Prices:
$20.00: Standard Ticket Price
$15.00: Senior Ticket Price
(Min Senior Age: 60)
$15.00: Student Ticket Price
$20.00: At Door Price

CLICK HERE for more information, and to purchase tickets when available

DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND BEAST - CYT Phoenix - May 3-12, 2019



Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice
Book by Linda Woolverton

Step into the enchanted world of Broadway's modern classic, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, an international sensation that has played to over 35 million people worldwide in 13 countries. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, the stage version includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice. The original Broadway production ran for over thirteen years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.

Mesa Arts Center - Nesbitt/Elliott Playhouse
One East Main Street, AZ 85201

Dates / Times:
Friday, May 3rd @ 7:00pm
Saturday, May 4th @ 2:00pm
Sunday, May 5th @ 2:00pm
Friday, May 10th @ 7:00pm
Saturday, May 11th @ 2:00pm
Saturday, May 11th @ 7:00pm
Sunday, May 12th @ 2:00pm

Tickets go on sale Friday March 15, 2019 at 12:00am

Ticket Prices:
$20.00: Standard Ticket Price
$15.00: Senior Ticket Price
(Min Senior Age: 60)
$15.00: Student Ticket Price
$20.00: At Door Price

CLICK HERE for more information, and to purchase tickets when available

Wednesday, June 27, 2018

promo photos - BRING IT ON - Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre

CLICK HERE for more information on this production, which runs June 29-July 29



photos by Renee Ashlock

East Valley Children's Theatre's 2018 / 2019 Season!


Seussical, Jr.

Book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, Conceived by Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty and Eric Idle, Based on the Works of Dr. Seuss; Music Supervised, Adapted and Produced by Bryan Louiselle

September 27-October 7, 2018

The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos, including Jojo, a Who child who thinks too many “thinks.” Horton faces a double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, and kidnapping, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant. Seussical is fun for the whole family!

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, the Musical

Book and Lyrics by Jahanna Beecham, Music & Lyrics by Malcolm Hillgartner

November 29-December 9, 2018

Based on the bestselling book, this delightful comedy is an American classic and one of the best holiday stories ever written. In this hilarious Christmas tale, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids – probably the most inventively awful kids in history. Mayhem and fun collide when the Herdmans meet the Christmas story head-on. You won’t want to miss this great family entertainment for the holidays.

Camelot and Camelittle

by Stacey Lane, winner of EVCT’s Play Writing Contest

February 14-24, 2019

A spunky little girl has one dream: to become a Knight of the Round Table.  But King Arthur, Queen Guinevere, Sir Lancelot, and her other heroes laugh at her when she demonstrates her skills by pretend fighting a lizard dressed up like a dragon. Rejected, she gathers up a ragtag group of unappreciated misfits and leaves Camelot to start her own perfect queendom. You won’t want to miss this great take on Camelot and the power of a determined young girl.

The Lost Boys of Neverland

by Tanner Morris, an original play

June 13-23, 2019

What happened when Peter Pan left Neverland? Captain Hook returned and took over where he left off after Peter went missing.  Why did Peter leave?  Is he coming back?  And who is this young foster girl Jaime from New York?  Will she be the one to stop Hook? The Neverland adventures continue in this sequel to the Peter Pan Adventures.  Great fun, family entertainment – a must see for everyone.

CLICK HERE for more information and to purchase tickets

audition notice - FIRST DATE - Mesa Community College - July 11


First Date
Adaptation Written Austin Winsberg | Music and Lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner

Wednesday, July 11 – 4:00 – 6:00
Callbacks Thursday, July 12 – 4:00 – Done

Darl Jones, Director
Cathy Hauan, Music Director
SueAnne Lucius, Producer


When blind date newbie Aaron is set up with serial-dater Casey, a casual drink at a busy New York restaurant turns into a hilarious high-stakes dinner. As the date unfolds in real time, the couple quickly finds that they are not alone on this unpredictable evening. In a delightful and unexpected twist, Casey and Aaron’s inner critics take on a life of their own when other restaurant patrons
transform into supportive best friends, manipulative exes and protective parents, who sing and dance them through ice-breakers, appetizers and potential conversational land mines. Can this couple turn what could be a dating disaster into something special before the check arrives?

Running time: 90 minutes, no intermission

CHARACTERS
(in order of appearance)

Man #1 (Gabe / YouTube / Stoner Guy)

Woman #1 (Grandma Ida / Lauren / Facebook / Female with Megaphone #2 / Aaron’s Mother)

Man #2 (Reggie / Aaron’s Future Son / Instagram / British Artist)

Woman #2 (Allison / Google Girl / Female with Megaphone #1)

Man #3 (Waiter / Casey’s Christian Father / Blaze / Twitter / Friendly Therapist)

Aaron

Casey

Prepare a 32- bar cutting – accompanist will be provided. No tracks.

Email lucius@mesacc.edu for an audition time.

Callback music will be posted on our website: https://www.mesacc.edu/departments/music/music-theatre

Cold readings will be provided at callbacks.

Rehearsals (depending on cast availability) will begin August 6 – Monday – Friday 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. & Saturday 10 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Beginning Aug. 20 rehearsals will be Tuesday/Thursday
afternoon/evening and Saturday morning. Tech rehearsals begin nightly starting September 11.

Performances are September 20, 21, and 22.

ALL SHOOK UP - TheaterWorks - September 7-23, 2018


Book by Joe DiPietro
Inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley
Directed by Dave Chorley

Elvis Presley and William Shakespeare proudly present All Shook Up, a toe-tapping reinvention of the classic Twelfth Night. It’s the summer of 1955 and a square little Midwestern town gets “all shook up” when the smooth talking, motorcycle riding, fresh-out-of-jail Chad arrives. Natalie, the local mechanic, falls head over heels for this singing stranger, and decides that the best way to get close to him is to disguise herself as an equally-cool dude, “Ed.” Meanwhile, chaos ensues as the whole town gets caught up in a madcap chase to woo their respective loves and shake off the iron will of their strict Mayor. Featuring iconic songs such as “Jailhouse Rock,” “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Love Me Tender,” “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” and, of course, “All Shook Up.”

Friday, Sept. 7 @ 7:30pm
Saturday, Sept. 8 @ 7:30pm
Sunday, Sept. 9 @ 2:00pm
Wednesday, Sept. 12 @2:00pm
Friday, Sept. 14 @ 7:30pm
Saturday, Sept. 15 @ 3:00pm
Saturday, Sept. 15 @ 7:30pm
Sunday, Sept. 16 @ 2:00pm
Friday, Sept. 21 @ 7:30pm
Saturday, Sept. 22 @ 3:00pm
Saturday, Sept 22 @ 7:30pm
Sunday, Sept 23 @ 2:00pm

CLICK HERE for more information, to purchase subscription tickets, and single tickets when available

20,000 LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA - TheaterWorks YouthWorks - September 21-October 7, 2018



McMillin Theater

This play invites the audience to run through the hallways, backways, stairways and sneaky ways on a unique, immersive adventure. 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea is a thrilling, top-secret mission to infiltrate an enemy submarine and capture a deadly foe. It’s a performance the audience will never forget because you’re all knee-deep in the action! The final twist is an ending you’d never expect and a difficult choice that only the audience can make. Join us 20,000 League sunder the Sea in September!

Friday, September 21 2018 at 7:00pm
Saturday, September 22 2018 at 7:00pm
Sunday, September 23 2018 at 2:30pm
Friday, September 28 2018 at 7:00pm
Saturday, September 29 2018 at 7:00pm
Sunday, September 30 2018 at 2:30pm
Friday, October 5 2018 at 7:00pm
Saturday, October 6 2018 at 7:00pm
Sunday, October 7 2018 at 2:30pm

CLICK HERE for more information, to purchase subscription tickets, and single tickets when available

DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE - TheaterWorks - October 12-28, 2018


Adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher
Directed by Chris Hamby

Adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher, based on the story by Robert Louis Stevenson, this play features a strong ensemble cast to tell the mysterious tale. In foggy Victorian London, Dr. Henry Jekyll’s studies have resulted in the creation of a second self– the villainous Edward Hyde. When Hyde meets a woman who stirs his interest, Jekyll fears for her life and attempts to end his experiment. This sparks a battle of control between the two incarnations, ensuing in a deadly game of cat and mouse. The nefarious Mr. Hyde is played by multiple actors throughout.

Friday, Oct. 12 @ 7:30pm
Saturday, Oct. 13 @ 7:30pm
Sunday, Oct. 14 @ 2:00pm
Friday, Oct. 19 @ 7:30pm
Saturday, Oct. 20 @ 3:00pm
Saturday, Oct. 20 @ 7:30pm
Sunday, Oct. 21 @ 2:00pm
Friday, Oct. 26 @ 7:30pm
Saturday, Oct. 27 @ 3:00pm
Saturday, Oct. 27 @ 7:30pm
Sunday, Oct. 28 @ 2:00pm

CLICK HERE for more information, to purchase subscription tickets, and single tickets when available

THE RED VELVET CAKE WAR - TheaterWorks - October 26-November 11, 2018



By Jamie Wooten, Jessie Jones, and Nicholas Hope
Directed by Dominik Rebilias

In this riotously funny Southern-fried comedy, the three Verdeen cousins—Gaynelle, Peaches, and Jimmie Wyvette—could not have picked a worse time to throw their family reunion. Their outrageous antics have delighted local gossips in the small town of Sweetgum and the eyes of Texas are upon them, as their self-righteous Aunt LaMerle is quick to point out. They face an uphill battle as a parade of wildly eccentric Verdeens gathers on the hottest day of July, smack-dab in the middle of Texas tornado season. Things spin hilariously out of control when a neighbor’s pet devours everything edible, a one-eyed suitor shows up to declare his love, and a jaw-dropping high-stakes wager is made on who bakes the best red velvet cake.

Friday, Oct. 26 @ 7:30pm
Saturday, Oct. 27 @ 7:30pm
Sunday, Oct. 28 @ 2:00pm
Wednesday, Oct. 31 @ 2:00pm
Friday, Nov. 2 @ 7:30pm
Saturday, Nov. 3 @ 3:00pm
Saturday, Nov. 3 @ 7:30pm
Sunday, Nov. 4 @ 2:00pm
Friday, Nov. 9 @ 7:30pm
Saturday, Nov. 10 @ 3:00pm
Saturday, Nov. 10 @ 7:30pm
Sunday, Nov. 11 @ 2:00pm

CLICK HERE for more information, to purchase subscription tickets, and single tickets when available

ELF, JR. - TheaterWorks YouthWorks - November 9-18, 2018


Gyder Theater

Book by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin
Music by Matthew Sklar, Lyrics by Chad Bequelin

Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh reality that his father is on the naughty list and that his half-brother doesn’t even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.

Friday, November 9 2018 at 7:00pm
Saturday, November 10 2018 at 7:00pm
Sunday, November 11 2018 at 2:30pm
Friday, November 16 2018 at 7:00pm
Saturday, November 17 2018 at 7:00pm
Sunday, November 18 2018 at 2:30pm


CLICK HERE for more information, to purchase subscription tickets, and single tickets when available