History Test

REVIEW: Camp David Tries to Make Peace With the Past to Mixed Results

Even with a stellar cast, the Alley's production falls into the traps of reexamining history.

02/21/2020 By Doni Wilson

Review

Main Street Theater’s Elliot, A Soldier’s Fugue Is a Lyric Homage Confronting the High Price of War

The play is the first in a trilogy being staged across over the next few weeks.

02/12/2020 By Doni Wilson

And Follow

The Fantasticks Delivers Fantastically at the New Gordy Theater

Stages delivers a timeless musical with a little action, a dash of slapstick, and a lot of heart.

02/04/2020 By Doni Wilson

A show for all

HGO's Aida Brings a Silky Spectacle to Houston

Verdi's classic love story remains a great entry point into the world of opera.

02/04/2020 By Michael Clark

Musical Misogyny

Review: HGO’s La Favorite Tries to Overcome a Classic Operatic Problem

Gorgeous musicianship, detailed sets, and intricate costumes can't hide the flaw in Gaetano Donizetti's story.

01/27/2020 By Michael Clark

Life In Absurdity

4th Wall Theatre's The Realistic Joneses Tackles Real-Life Issues Through an Absurdist Lens

The slice-of-life drama by Will Eno takes its audience up close and personal with existential questions about love and loss.

01/20/2020 By Doni Wilson

To Be, or Not to Be

Main Street Theater's One-Man Hamlet Knows His Lines. All of Them.

This Hamlet does it all.

01/13/2020 By Doni Wilson

Smiling's My Favorite!

Elf: The Musical Brings Christmas Cheer at TUTS

This festive musical delivers the holiday goodies.

12/16/2019 By Doni Wilson

Reserve Your Seat

HGO's El Milagro del Recuerdo Delivers the Goods

The world premiere of this Christmas mariachi opera is not to be missed.

12/12/2019 By Michael Clark

A Sugarplum of a Show

Houston Ballet’s The Nutcracker Is Just As Enchanting As Ever

This is Stanton Welch’s Christmas gift to Houston.

12/04/2019 By Olivia Flores Alvarez

Hotline Bling

No Reservations About the Alley’s Fully Committed

This one-man show set in the world of an exclusive restaurant is just what you need for the holidays.

12/04/2019 By Doni Wilson

Theatrical Sensibilities

Main Street Theater’s The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley Is an Engaging Holiday Production

Ring in the holidays, Jane Austen-style.

11/27/2019 By Doni Wilson

Panto-tastic

Enter the Magical Realm of Fun and Farce at Stage’s Panto: Hansel and Gretel

A British tradition plays beautifully.

11/25/2019 By Doni Wilson

sad, sad, tears of a clown

Review: Rigoletto Makes Art Out of #MeToo

Outstanding performances make the opera's depraved characters almost tolerable.

10/22/2019 By Michael Clark

Elegance Is Learned

Yes, Countess Luann Is in on the Joke

The Real Housewife of New York City recently brought her cabaret to Houston.

10/14/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Welcome to America

The Alley’s Vietgone Will Stay With You For a Long Time

It's a subversive immigrant tale that challenges lazy assumptions and narratives.

10/10/2019 By Doni Wilson

Review

At Last, a Refreshing Performance of Gershwin’s Piano Concerto

The Houston Symphony gives Gershwin (and Copland) the respect he deserves.

10/01/2019 By Olivia Flores Alvarez

Review

Balancing the Contemporary and Classical at Houston Ballet

Antlers, a mirror ball, and falling feathers add to an exciting night of dance.

09/23/2019 By Olivia Flores Alvarez

Review

The Winter's Tale Gets A Twangy Texas Update

The Alley puts a delightful local twist on a lesser-known Shakespeare play.

09/20/2019 By Doni Wilson

Review

There is Heart to Be Found Amid The Hard Problem

Main Street Theater succeeds in harnessing humanity from the cerebral Tom Stoppard creation.

09/17/2019 By Doni Wilson

Houstonia Magazine

Reviews

REVIEW: Camp David Tries to Make Peace With the Past to Mixed Results

Main Street Theater’s Elliot, A Soldier’s Fugue Is a Lyric Homage Confronting the High Price of War

The Fantasticks Delivers Fantastically at the New Gordy Theater

HGO's Aida Brings a Silky Spectacle to Houston

Review: HGO’s La Favorite Tries to Overcome a Classic Operatic Problem

4th Wall Theatre's The Realistic Joneses Tackles Real-Life Issues Through an Absurdist Lens

Main Street Theater's One-Man Hamlet Knows His Lines. All of Them.

Elf: The Musical Brings Christmas Cheer at TUTS

HGO's El Milagro del Recuerdo Delivers the Goods

Houston Ballet’s The Nutcracker Is Just As Enchanting As Ever

No Reservations About the Alley’s Fully Committed

Main Street Theater’s The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley Is an Engaging Holiday Production

Enter the Magical Realm of Fun and Farce at Stage’s Panto: Hansel and Gretel

Review: Rigoletto Makes Art Out of #MeToo

Yes, Countess Luann Is in on the Joke

The Alley’s Vietgone Will Stay With You For a Long Time

At Last, a Refreshing Performance of Gershwin’s Piano Concerto

Balancing the Contemporary and Classical at Houston Ballet

The Winter's Tale Gets A Twangy Texas Update

There is Heart to Be Found Amid The Hard Problem