Decisions, Decisions

How Houston Theater Companies Pick Their Plays

From stacks of scripts to strategic decisions, Malinda Beckham of Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. reveals how she builds a season. Hint: It involves quite a bit of reading.

10/14/2025 By Holly Beretto

Behind the Curtain

NEA Grant Cuts Leave Houston Arts Groups Facing Uncertainty

The loss of NEA dollars is pushing Houston arts groups to rethink how they fund performances, exhibits, and education programs.

09/16/2025 By Holly Beretto

A Legacy That Lasts

Main Street Theater Celebrates a Half Century in Houston

For five decades, Main Street Theater has nurtured Houston talent, challenged audiences, and built an enduring stage for the city's storytellers.

09/09/2025 By Holly Beretto

Bayougraphy

Katherine Center and the Lure of the Rom-Com

The Houston writer tried reading a romance novel, and it changed everything.

08/28/2025 By Holly Beretto

Raise the Curtain

Theater District Open House Returns to Celebrate a Houston Treasure

After a five-year hiatus, the free event is back to show Houstonians everything that makes downtown’s Theater District special.

03/07/2025 By Holly Beretto

Bayougraphy

Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni Has Led an Extraordinary Literary Life

This University of Houston professor has won prestigious book awards while advocating for the rights of domestic violence survivors.

02/14/2025 By Holly Beretto

Bayougraphy

The Ensemble Theatre Is Thriving Under Eileen J. Morris’s Leadership

She has worked as artistic director at Midtown's traditionally Black theater since 1990, making sure it remains a mainstay in the Houston performing arts scene.

12/23/2024 By Holly Beretto

Happy Holidays

Houston Theaters Offer Inclusive Holiday Options for All

In a city as religiously diverse as ours, there's an appetite for holiday season entertainment that makes all audiences feel welcome.

11/22/2024 By Holly Beretto

Willkommen, Bienvenue

Houston’s Cabarets Are an Affordable Alternative to Broadway

Musical theater can be cost-prohibitive and, yes, a little intimidating. Our local cabaret scene allows fans to enjoy shows in a more intimate environment.

10/30/2024 By Holly Beretto

Starboard to Stardom

These Houston Actors Got Started as Cruise Ship Performers

Popular cruise lines like Norwegian and Royal Caribbean offer opportunities for local actors to advance their careers and explore the world.

09/20/2024 By Holly Beretto

Community Space

The Secret to Brazos Bookstore’s 50-Year Success

The independent bookshop has changed its ownership model and adapted to reader tastes over half a century.

03/18/2024 By Holly Beretto

The Heart of It

Intimacy Coordinators Are Houston Theaters’ Secret Asset

Behind every romantic scene is a professional creating affection and making sure actors are comfortable.

02/19/2024 By Holly Beretto

Holiday Magic

For Houston’s Costumers, the Holiday Season Starts Well Before December

Months before thousands of Houstonians come out to watch productions like The Nutcracker and A Christmas Carol, local costumers are already hard at work.

11/09/2023 By Holly Beretto