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Theater District Gems
Alley Theatre
Founded in 1947, The Alley Theatre shines as one of the nation’s most highly regarded regional theaters. Headed up by Gregory Boyd, it produces classics as well as plays by up-and-coming playwrights.
Alley Theatre
615 Texas, Houston, TX 77002
(713) 220-5700.
Houston Grand Opera
With opera impresario Anthony Freud, O.B.E. at the helm, Houston audiences are treated to a full season of classic and contemporary operas in grand style. Expect extraordinary productions and collaborations with world-renowned designers. Opera A-listers like Samuel Ramey and Joyce Di Donato frequent the HGO stage at Wortham Center.
Houston Grand Opera
510 Preston, Houston, TX 77002
(713) 546-0248.
Da Camera of Houston
Artistic director Sarah Rothenberg creates musical events for thinking audiences. Programs organized around particular themes combine literature and music to give music historical and cultural context. Catch a jazz performance if possible.
Da Camera of Houston
1427 Branard, Houston, TX 77006
(713) 524-5050.
Houston Ballet
Houston Ballet, known for tremendous versatility and flawless technique, sets a high standard. Under the direction of Australian wunderkind Stanton Welch, the company thrives and the repertory shines with many of his high-voltage works. The season includes classic story ballets and fresh work by top contemporary choreographers performed at Wortham Center.
Houston Ballet
921 W. Bell, Houston, TX 77019
(713) 227-2787.
Houston Symphony
Maestro Hans Graf makes serious music. Known for excellence and innovation, Houston Symphony offers programs for classical music lovers as well as pops programs to appeal to diverse tastes at Jones Hall.
Houston Symphony
615 Louisiana, Houston, TX 77002
(713) 224-7575.
Society for the Performing Arts
Whether it’s “family fun” or a hot new dance company you’re after, SPA offers great shows that range from traditional to experimental, including a full lineup of international groups. Events take place at Wortham Center and Jones Hall.
Society for the Performing Arts
615 Louisiana, Houston, TX 77002
(713) 227-4SPA.
Theatre Under the Stars
TUTS got its start in 1968 literally performing under the stars at Miller Outdoor Theatre. Now it’s based in stunning Hobby Center and presents classic and new musicals. From Broadway favorites to newly produced shows, TUTS has a long history of presenting top-notch musicals.
Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS)
800 Bagby, Houston, TX 77002
(713) 558-TUTS.
Stellar Shows Across the City
A.D. Players
Founded by Golden Globe nominee Jeannette Clift George in 1967, The A.D. Players are committed to producing theater that promotes human values. They perform works by leading American playwrights in addition to original works.
A.D. Players
2710 W. Alabama, Houston, TX 77098
(713) 526-2721.
The Ensemble Theatre
The Ensemble is the place to see the work of classic and emerging playwrights. Founded in 1976 by the late George Hawkins, the troupe is one of the most renowned African-American theaters in the U.S.
The Ensemble Theatre
3535 Main St., Houston, TX 77002
(713) 520-0055.
Main Street Theater
Founder Rebecca Greene Udden, known for her selection of challenging plays and musicals, has been delivering great theater for more than 30 years. MST’s intimate Main Stage is nestled in the heart of Rice Village, while its larger children’s theater is at Chelsea Market in the Montrose area.
Main Street Theater
2540 Times Blvd., Houston, TX 77005
(713) 524-6706.
Mercury Baroque
Under the baton of Antoine Plante, Mercury Baroque explores 17th and 18th century music using period gut-stringed instruments. Audiences hear baroque music as it was intended.
Mercury Baroque
3601 S. Sandman, Ste. 220, Houston, TX 77098
(713) 533-0080.
Nova Arts Project
This new troupe goes by the motto “theater naptime is over.” Judging from its inaugural season, it means it. The troupe has tackled The Oedipus Trilogy and Hamlet with some fearless restaging.
Nova Arts Project
3928 W. Alabama St., #6, Houston, TX 77027
(713) 623-4033.
Opera in the Heights
If you love opera but prefer more casual settings, Opera in the Heights is the place to go. Enjoy fully staged traditional operas with English subtitles in an intimate setting at an affordable price.
Opera in the Heights
1703 Heights Blvd., Houston, TX 77008
(713) 861-5303.
Radio Music Theatre
Follow the wacky adventures of the Fertle family with Houston’s most original theater company. Equal parts sketch comedy and satire, RMT has a near cult following. Steve Farrell, Vicki Farrell, and Rich Mills form the comedic brain of the group and play all the parts in notoriously hilarious shows at the cozy theater.
Radio Music Theatre
2623 Colquitt, Houston, TX 77098
(713) 522-7722.
Stages Repertory Theatre
Off-Broadway gems and intimate, rarely seen musicals are spotlighted at Stages. Risk-taking programming has formed the mission since this Equity theater started in 1978. Kenn McLaughlin, producing artistic director, keeps his two Midtown venues hopping with regional premieres performed by talented casts.
Stages Repertory Theatre
3201 Allen Pkwy., Houston, TX 77019
(713) 527-0123.
