Our 2011 - 2012 Season # 57
 June 17 - July 3, 2011 A drama by Christopher Sergel based on the book by Harper Lee Directed by Grace Galloway |
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Scout, a young girl in a small southern town in 1935, experiences dramatic events that will affect the rest of her life. Her father, Atticus, a lawyer, is defending a young black man accused of a grave crime. Emotions run high in the small town as Scout and her father deal with prejudice and mistrust in this gripping drama. Click here to Read our review from the Houston Press NEW Summer Program for Ages 8-18 The Young Actor’s Workshop Session 1: July 5 for ages 11-18: "Annie, Junior", a musical production directed by Janet Sharpley with performances July 15-17 and July 21-24. Tuition $175 Session 2: July 18 for ages 8-3: "Many Princess, Only One Crown", a play directed by Judie Valentine. Tuition $125 |
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August 26 - September 18, 2011 A musical by Rodgers, Barer, Thompson and Fuller Directed by Geoffrey Geiger |
Once Upon A Mattress
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| If you thought you knew the story of the “Princess and the Pea” you are in for a delightful surprise! In this high-spirited musical, Princess Winifred swims the moat to reach Prince Dauntless and face the diffcult tests imposed by Queen Agravain. Wonderful songs and action give a rollicking spin to this familiar story. | |
Light Up the Sky  |
October 14 - October 30, 2011 A comedy by Moss Hart Directed by Mal Morley |
| This comedy revolves around a group of New York theater people who are about to open a new play in Boston by a young unknown author. The lead actress, the backer and others are in seventh heaven at the prospect of a triumph for the new play. When the opening appears to be a flop, they turn on each other, the production and the author, only to find out later that the play was actually a success! | |
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December 2 - December 18, 2011 A seasonal comedy by Pat Cook Directed by Gregory R. Brown |
The Little Town of Christmas  |
| Everyone in the little town of Christmas is friendly and funny, including an elf comedy team, Skeezix and Sylvester; Dancer the reindeer with a wacky sense of humor; Mrs. Claus, the real boss of the outfit and a hilarious street corner Santa. Add in a group of wandering carolers and kids trying to be the wise men in the Christmas play and you are in for an evening of holiday laughter and warmth. | |
Rumors  |
January 27 - February 12, 2012 A farce by Neil Simon Directed by Janet Sharpley |
| At a large, tastefully appointed townhouse, the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot himself. Gathering for their 10th anniversary, the host lies bleeding in the other room while his wife is nowhere in sight. Though only a flesh wound, his lawyer Ken and wife Chris must get “the story” straight before the other two couples arrive. As the confusions and mis-communications mount, the evening spins off into classic Neil Simon hilarity | |
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March 9 - March 25, 2012 By William Glennon based on the book by Lewis Carroll Directed by Craig Trauschke |
Alice in Wonderland
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West Side Story  |
April 27 - May 20, 2012 A musical by Bernstein, Laurents and Sondheim Directed by Zack Varela |
| The world’s greatest love story, Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” is transported to modern day New York City, as two idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence, and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heart wrenching and relevant musical dramas of our time. | |