A Streetcar Named Desire

After losing her Mississippi home to creditors, Blanche du Bois relocates to the New Orleans home of her younger sister and brother-in-law, Stella and Stanley Kowalski. Undermined by romantic illusions, Blanche is unable to cope with life's harsh realities. Though she finds a glimmer of hope while connecting with Stanley, gentlemanly friend, Mitch, Blanche cannot face the truth of her own troubled past and ultimately descends into madness.

A Streetcar Named Desire, Tennessee Williams’ most famous work, premiered on Broadway at the Barrymore Theatre in December 1947 under the direction of Elia Kazan. WTT is thrilled to welcome back the incomparable Terry Martin to direct this American classic.

Adult content and language.

Once Upon a Mattress

Enjoy this Immersive production with Kylea Ingram (Annie, The Drowsy Chaperone) as Princess Winnifred the Woebegone alongside Phillip Slay (White Christmas, Brigadoon) as Prince Dauntless in this beloved musical fairytale. Full of gloriously catchy melodies like “Shy” and “In a Little While,” this uproarious update of Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Princess and the Pea” also features Sherry Etzel as Queen Aggravain. The performance takes advantage of every inch of Repertory Company Theatre, creating a unique world and pulling audience members in on gags and mysteries in a way that’s welcome and immersive.

Ken Ludwig’s Moriarty

Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are back on the case! An investigation into the Bohemian king’s stolen letters cascades into an international mystery filled with spies, blackmail, and intrigue. With world peace at stake, Holmes and Watson join forces with American actress Irene Adler to take down cunning criminal mastermind Professor Moriarty and his network of devious henchmen. Five actors play over 40 roles in this brand new adventure that has danger—and laughter!—around every corner.

Disaster!

Disaster! The Musical is a hilarious, jukebox musical comedy that pays homage to classic disaster movies of the 1970s while delivering a non-stop party of music and mayhem. Set aboard a glamorous New York City floating casino and disco, the story follows an eccentric cast of characters as they face earthquakes, tidal waves, and—of course—disaster after disaster!

​Featuring unforgettable hits like "I Will Survive," "Hot Stuff," and "Knock on Wood," this high-energy production combines outrageous humor, over-the-top characters, and spectacular musical numbers for a thrilling theatrical experience. Will the star-crossed lovers reunite? Will the scientist save the day? And will everyone make it off the ship in one piece?

​Join us for a side-splitting, music-filled adventure where anything that can go wrong... does!

The show is a campy, comedic homage to 1970s disaster films with plenty of slapstick humor and classic pop hits. While it’s mostly lighthearted and fun, it includes:

• Mild innuendos and comedic references to adult situations

• Some over-the-top disaster scenarios played for humor​

Into the Woods

The award-winning NTPA Repertory Theatre continues its tradition of bringing professional-quality theatrical entertainment that inspires audiences and empowers artists from Broadway to the ‘Burbs. This production is performed by professional adult actors.

James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece… and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching.

The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone’s wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.

Captioned performance on the first Saturday matinee show. ASL interpretation provided at second Saturday matinee performance.

Suggested Audience Age: 10+

Penelope

Done being a footnote in her husband Odysseus’ epic, now she’s sharing her side of the story. With genre-bending songs, mythic storytelling, and backed by a band doubling as her Greek chorus, Penelope transforms the tale you thought you knew into a solo cabaret act like no other. Grab a drink as she weaves an intimately explosive musical love letter to all those who wait, and hope that the wait’s end is just over the horizon.

Into the Breeches!

Into the Breeches!, a heartwarming and hilarious comedy by George Brant, directed by Lisa Devine. Set during World War II, Oberon Play House's director and leading men are off at war with the Axis. Determined to press on, the director's wife sets out to produce an all-female version of Shakespeare's Henry V, assembling an increasingly unexpected team united in desire, if not actual theatre experience. Together they deliver a delightful celebration of collaboration and persistence when the show must go on!

THE HAT BOX

Thu Mar 6, 2025 - Sat Mar 22, 2025

The Hat Box, by Eric Coble, directed by Charlotte Taylor, March 6-22, 2025 (comedy)

Do we ever really know our parents? Do we want to? Really? Two sisters are about to find out when they discover a hat box hidden in the back of their recently deceased father's closet. What sits inside sends them off on an impromptu road trip to visit eccentric Aunt Esther and on an increasingly wild ride down memory lane. With surprising twists and hilarious turns, this brand-new comedy of family lore revels in the bizarre and beautiful mysteries that make up a life.

Little Shop of Horrors

March 6th-9th, 2025
at Mainstage 222
in Irving, TX

To benefit
The Hopeful Theatre Project

“The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names ‘Audrey II’ - after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II's out of this world origins and intent towards global domination!”

This production marks an exciting new chapter for The Hopeful Theatre Project as our "After Dark" series will serve as benefit productions for us and our mission of bringing hope, love, and aid to the community through the performing arts.

As this is an After Dark event, expect an edgier, more immersive experience designed for mature audiences. Whether you're a longtime supporter or new to our community, we promise an evening filled with excitement, heart, and a few surprises along the way.

Rated PG-13. Parental Discretion Advised.
Moments of moderate and domestic violence, brief strong language, thematic elements that could be disturbing for younger children, suggestive content, and drug use.

Primary Trust

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​A Story of Friendship, Healing, and Small Chances.

Kenneth lives in a small town in upstate New York. For 15 years his life has been the same: by day, he works at a bookstore, in the evening, he drinks mai tais with his friend Bert. When the bookstore shuts down, Kenneth is forced out of his comfort zone to face a world he has long avoided — with transformative and heart-warming results. Primary Trust is a touching story of new beginnings, old friends, and finding the courage to see the world for the first time.

Winner of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for Drama!

Show Details: Recommended for ages 13 and up. This production uses haze & herbal cigarettes.

Laughter on the 23rd Floor

Laughter on the 23rd Floor takes place in the bustling offices of The Max Prince Show, a television variety program located on the 23rd floor of a building on 57th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues. Drawing inspiration from playwright Neil Simon's early days as a staff writer for Sid Caesar's Your Show of Shows, the play captures the chaotic and hilarious antics of the overworked writing team. They race to outdo each other with sharp-witted gags and zingers, all while vying for the approval of the eccentric and unpredictable star, Max Prince. PG-13

Shrek the Musical

Shrek The Musical

Music by Jeanine Tesori

Book and Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire

Based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig

Performances: February 21 - March 23, 2025

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a sidesplitting book by David Lindsay-Abaire. Shrek brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage and proves there's more to the story than meets the ears.

"Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek...." And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you've got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there's one on hand... and his name is Shrek. Irreverently fun for the whole family, Shrek proves that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre.

UPRIGHT RATING: G (General Audiences)

*Some crude humor. Appropriate for ages 8 and up.

For more information on Upright Production Ratings, please email info@uprighttheatre.org.

The Stamped Project

Six Plays. One Book. Many Perspectives.

ANNUAL BANNED BOOKS FESTIVAL

Bishop Arts Theatre Center proudly presents The Stamped Project, our annual Banned Books Festival.This year, six playwrights explore Stamped from the Beginning by Ibram X. Kendi, transforming its powerful themes into six unique plays that offer fresh perspectives on history, race, and identity. Dr. Ibram X. Kendi will attend the March 1st performance and participate in a talkback. 

Join us as we bring bold voices to the stage and celebrate the freedom to read, share, and reflect.

This production is presented by The Addy Foundation.

They’re Playing Our Song

Book by Neil Simon
Music by Marvin Hamlisch
Lyrics by Carole Bayer Sager

Directed & Choreographed by Andi Allen
Music Direction by M. Shane Hurst

Based on the real-life relationship between Hamlisch and Sager, opposites attract when a wisecracking composer teams up with a new, offbeat lyricist to write songs. It takes a while for the two to make beautiful music together, both on the music page and in love.

Show Dates
February 14 - 8:00 PM
February 15 - 8:00 PM
February 16 - 2:30 PM
February 21 - 8:00 PM
February 22 - 2:30 PM
February 28 - 8:00 PM
March 1 - 2:30 PM
March 1 - 8:00 PM
March 2 - 2:30 PM

Tickets
Adults $35 | Seniors & Veterans $30 | Teachers, Active Military, & Students $25

BLACK BOX THEATER | Frisco Discovery Center | 8004 N. Dallas Parkway | Frisco, Texas

A Memorial Service for Lily Evergreen

In the style of productions like Sleep No More, Outcry Theatre presents a new immersive theatrical experience, A Memorial Service for Lily Evergreen. You are invited to attend the celebration of life for a young woman who died under very mysterious circumstances. At the service, you will meet the honored guests: Lily's family, friends, lovers, and more, all of whom have their own complicated relationships with Lily. The honored guests will wander both inside and outside the Stone Cottage, where the memorial is being held, and if you follow them around, you may discover more about their connection to Lily. The more you learn, the more you will wonder if the killer is in attendance. At the same time, these events are highly spiritual, and there’s always a chance that the dead will be watching.

Performance Location:
Stone Cottage
​The Addison Performing Arts Centre
​15650 Addison Rd.
Addison, TX 75001

All guests must be at least 12 years of age. The show contains adult themes and language.

A Memorial Service for Lily Evergreen is an indoor and outdoor promenade experience. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and warm clothes. During the event we encourage you to be a proper detective, following the family and friends and listening in on conversations to try to uncover the truth behind Lily's death. However, we ask that you keep a respectful distance from the bereaved. Guests attend A Memorial Service for Lily Evergreen entirely at their own risk.

Once you have completed your ticket order, be sure to check your receipt to confirm your date and time. You will not be issued physical tickets. You may check in at the venue as early as 7pm. We require the name on the reservation to match one of the guests in attendance.

All purchases for A Memorial Service for Lily Evergreen are final. We do not offer refunds. Exchanges may be possible depending on availability. In the event weather causes a cancellation, you will be offered an exchange or refund.

Shakespeare in Love

Shakespeare in Love is a play by Lee Hall adapted from the 1998 film of the same title by Marc Norman and Tom Stoppard.​

In 1593 London, Will Shakespeare has writer’s block. Low on funds and out of ideas, the young playwright finds his muse in Viola de Lesseps, a wealthy merchant’s daughter with dreams of the stage.

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A Midsummer Night’s Dream

We are THRILLED to announce the cast of our first production of the 2025 season, Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, directed by Jason Craig West!

A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder

Repertory Company Theatre celebrates Valentine Weekend with the murderous Tony Award winning musical! Based on the comedic novel by Roy Horniman and brought to life by the brilliant minds of Robert L. Freedman (Book and Lyrics) and Steven Lutvak (Music and Lyrics), A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder directed by Debra Carter is set to captivate audiences with its witty humor, unforgettable music, and captivating storyline.  “He will laugh out loud.”  “She will fall in love with the suspense!” Perfect weekend fun.

Twelfth Night

Twelfth Night (Or What You Will) is Shakespeare’s final exploration of the comic realm before his greatest tragedies and more complex experiments in genre. Viola finds herself shipwrecked off the coast of Illyria and fears she has lost her twin brother Sebastian at sea forever. Dressed in his clothing, and determined to survive, she disguises herself as a young boy to serve the Duke Orsino. While on an errand to win the love of the Lady Olivia on Orsino’s behalf, Viola (now Cesario) wanders into a harrowing love triangle. Set on the Twelfth Day of Christmas, this mischievous feast of epiphanies explores questions of love, identity, grief, revenge, and the nature of desire. Co-Directed by Sara Romersberger and Mac Welch with original music by Ivan Dillard, this production marks Fair Assembly’s fifth anniversary.


Disclaimer: Arts Mission Oak Cliff (AMOC) serves as the ticketing platform for this event but is not responsible for the content, messaging, or production of this program. For all inquiries, including details about the performance, artist lineup, or any other related questions, please contact the presenting organization directly.

Location

Arts Mission Oak Cliff, 75208

Phantom in Concert

Book by: Arthur Kopit

Music & Lyrics By: Maury Yeston

Based on Gaston Leroux’s novel The Phantom of the Opera

Directed By: Michael Serrecchia

Music Directed By: Adam C. Wright

Phantom has appeared in over 1,000 productions worldwide, across America, Japan, Korea, the UK, Germany, Poland, Australia, Finland, Estonia, The Philippines and other countries. Written by Yeston and Arthur Kopit, their Phantom relates the heart-rending 19th century tale of Eric – disfigured from birth yet as beautiful on the inside as he is misshapen on the outside. Raised from youth and hidden in the crypts and lagoons beneath the Paris Opera, the adult Eric has an inner beauty reflecting the music that all his life has wafted down from the stage above to his secret crypt below, and has sustained him. When an untalented egomaniacal Diva takes over the Opera House the musical environment so dear to his life, on which he subsists, is shattered. He seeks a voice and a singer to restore the only beauty he’s ever known – and finds it in the astonishingly gifted young soprano Christine Daiae, with whom he falls deeply in love.

Fate Complete

FATE COMPLETE, written and directed by our own Kevin Grammer, is a beguiling piece of theater where loyalty, love, and compassion are in the blender.

Set in the historic 1960’s, Evelyn Forsyth is a committed war protester/actress whose grit and talent propelled her to the movies’ stratosphere. At the peak of her fame, she gives it all up to be with the love of her life, William Forsyth, an established Hollywood movie mogul. If you buy the publicity, their union has them on top of the world.

But don’t believe everything you read in the trades. As the bard wrote, “all that glitters ain’t gold.” An abusive cycle lurks beneath the surface, leaving Evelyn with difficult choices.

Join us as we plunge into the dark underbelly of the movie industry where up is down, left is right, and right is wrong. Music, dance, and spectacle intensify the evening. It’s the kind of inventive, trailblazing theater you’ll only find at the Ochre House.

Tina’s Journey/El Viaje de Tina

A Cara Mia Theatre Classic Back on Stage!

An international co-production with Laboratorio de la Máscara from Mexico City.

Performed in contemporary and Mexican folk masks, Tina’s Journey is a visually stunning, heartfelt and moving production that is a treasure for all ages. Originally created for families and young audiences, Tina’s Journey is also a joyful and accessible way for young people to learn about the migration of children into the United States.

Tina’s Journey is about a young girl, her family and her ancestors who hope to cross the U.S.-Mexico border before the Day of the Dead holidays. For safe-keeping, Tina takes a piece of her native land in her pocket and her personal history in her heart. She also leaves a trail of marigolds for her ancestors to safely follow her family across the border. However, Tina’s new reality in the United States makes her ill to the edge of death. She believes that her past has abandoned her, but her eldest ancestor helps her understand that the coexistence of the two cultures will form part of her new identity.

Appropriate for all ages.
Bilingual play with Spanish and English subtitles.

We Are Continuous

Experience a poignant exploration of family, self-identity, and love in Harrison David Rivers' gripping play,  'we are continuous'. This deeply personal story delves into the dynamics between a mother, her son, and his husband as they navigate the perplexities of their interconnected lives. This powerful play illustrates the difficult journey of acceptance and the immense strength needed to mend what is shattered.

Simon, a gay Black man, and his devout Christian mother, Ora, have always been close. Despite knowing Simon is gay, Ora has avoided discussing his sexuality since he came out at sixteen. Through richly drawn characters and evocative storytelling, Rivers crafts a narrative that resonates with universal themes of human connection and the ever-evolving nature of family. Join us for a compelling theatrical experience that reminds us of the enduring ties that bind us.

The Murder of Roger Ackroyd

In this thrilling stage adaptation of Agatha Christie’s ingenious 1926 novel, the tiny village of King’s Abbot is rocked by scandal when Roger Ackroyd, the wealthiest man in town, is found dead shortly after the apparent suicide of his fiancée.

Directed by Rachael Lindley
Cast: Kate Crawford, Sue Goodner, KJ James, Karen Jordan, Douglas Kent, Johnathan Luce, Budd Mahan, David Noel, Penelope Richards, Molly Rose, Lucia Welch, and Jeff York

Thursdays, 7:30 pm, $22
Fridays and Saturdays, 8 pm, $24, Sunday matinees, 2 pm, $22

You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown

Based on the beloved Charles Schulz comic strip, Charlie Brown and the entire Peanuts bunch explore life's great questions as they play baseball, struggle with homework, sing songs, swoon over their crushes, and celebrate the joy of friendship.

In The Heights

Set against the beats of salsa and hip-hop, this acclaimed musical tells the story of Usnavi, who longs to pick up his roots and move away from Washington Heights, the tight-knit New York City neighborhood that shaped him. This vibrant show will fill your heart with its spellbinding infectious energy.

Wakey, Wakey

Kitchen Dog Theater kicks off its “Under Construction” season with the Area Premiere of Wakey, Wakey by Pulitzer Prize finalist Will Eno, who The New York Times dubbed “a Samuel Beckett for the Jon Stewart generation”. An intimate, existential stand-up routine, the first words of Wakey, Wakey are spoken by Guy, a man who knows, like all of us, on some level, that he is about to die. This play questions why we are here and the journeys that everyone takes to eventually get to the same place. Eno challenges what is worth celebrating in life and what is worth treasuring in this moving and funny play. KDT Co-Artistic Director Tina Parker directs.

Kitchen Dog Theater facts at your fingertips:

Production: Wakey, Wakey by Will Eno *Area Premiere*

Performance Dates & Times: February 6 - 23, 2025

Preview: Thursday, February 6, 2025, at 8:00pm

Opening: Friday, February 7, 2025, at 8:00pm

Closing: Sunday, February 23, 2025, at 8:00pm

Unless otherwise stated, performances will occur weekly as follows:

All Thursdays – Saturdays at 8pm; Sundays at 2pm

Performance Location: Expo Park

840 Exposition Avenue

Dallas, TX 75226

Ticket Prices: Adults: $30

KERA/KXT, NNPN, TCG members, Students & Seniors (65+): $25

Admit: ALL Free Ticket Program: 6 Free Tickets will be available to all who would

otherwise be unable to attend, on a first-come, first-

serve basis in person at the box office, 30 minutes

before EVERY performance of SHAPE.

Full Program Details Here: Admit:ALL — KITCHEN DOG THEATER

For more information specific to this unique performance, please visit kitchendogtheater.org

or call 214-953-1055.

Please Note: This performance contains adult language. Seating in this venue will be very limited.

Photo by Jordan Fraker

Million Dollar Quartet

The Tony® Award-nominated musical Million Dollar Quartet is set on December 4, 1956, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Million Dollar Quartet features an incredible score including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “Walk the Line,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Who Do You Love?,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” “Hound Dog,” and more.

The Movement

Playwright: Kathy D. Harrison

Director: D. Wambui Richardson

Immerse yourself in the powerful rhythms and resonant harmonies of Kathy D Harrison’s The Movement at Jubilee Theatre. This captivating acapella musical transports audiences back to the pivotal year of 1963, as it chronicles the inspiring journey of the Children’s Movement. Through stirring vocal performances and evocative storytelling, the play captures the essence of a transformative era in American history. AS the voices of the past echo through the present, The Movement serves as a poignant reminder that unity and determination can ignite change. With its timely message of hope and solidarity, this musical masterpiece reinforces the belief that when we stand together, anything is possible.

SHANE

One of the greatest Westerns of all time finds new life on the stage! Shane, a mysterious ex-gunfighter, is a man with a dangerous past. Yet, the Starrett family finds kinship with him, and Shane helps protect their Wyoming farm. Their story sheds new light on the allure, mythos, and values of the Wild West — a chapter in history that still has many tales to tell. Based on the classic novel by Jack Schaefer, acclaimed playwright Karen Zacarías brings an exciting, fresh perspective to an extraordinary American genre.

Show Details: Recommended for ages 11 and up. This Western drama contains cowboys, gun violence and saloon showdowns.

Run Time & Intermission:
90 minutes with no intermission