The Classic Theatre of San Antonio is a local, non-profit, small professional theater that creates theater that is relevant, diverse, entertaining and trans-formative. The theater recently announced the lineup for the 2016-2017 season which starts next month. Season 9 is titled ‘Passages’ and consists of four ‘passages’ that will include a visit to a house, a school, an island and a bus stop. It all begins with ‘The House on Mango Street’ followed by ‘School for Scandal,’ ‘The Tempest’ and ‘Bus Stop.’ Show times are Friday and Saturday at 8p.m. and Sunday at 3p.m. Ticket prices are $25 for general admission, $20 for senior, military, educator or SATCO and $10 for students. Season passes start at $90. They may be purchased online or by calling the box office at (210) 589-8450. (The Classic Theatre of San Antonio)

‘The House on Mango Street’ was adapted by Amy Ludwig from Sandra Cisneros’ book.  It tells the story of Esperanza Cordero whose neighborhood is one of harsh realities and harsh beauties. She is a young Latina coming into her power and finding out what she will become. It runs from Friday September 2 through Sunday September 25, 2016. ‘School for Scandal’ by Richard Brinsley Sheridan is directed by co-founder Diane Malone. It ‘is a play obsessed by wit, fashion, celebrity and reputation’-Deborah Warner, Director Barbican Theatre and will run from Friday November 4 through Sunday November 27, 2016. ‘The Tempest’ by William Shakespeare is directed by Mark McCarver. This is Shakespeare’s classic story of Prospero who is cast away on a remote island with his daughter Miranda. It runs from Friday February 17 through Sunday March 12, 2017. ‘Bus Stop’ by William Inge is directed by Executive Director Kelly Roush. It tells the story of travelers who are trapped in a diner during a snowstorm and the relationships that develop during their stay there. ‘Bus Stop’ runs from Friday May 5 through Sunday May 28, 2017.

The Classic Theatre of San Antonio
1924 Fredericksburg Rd
San Antonio, TX 78201
(210) 589-8450