Category: Theater News

‘On Your Feet’ at the Majestic Theatre

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Tickets for ‘On Your Feet’ go on sale Friday November 10 and will play at the Majestic Theatre in March.

North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio announces that tickets for the hit musical ‘On Your Feet’ will go on sale this Friday November 10 at 10a.m. ‘On Your Feet’ will play eight performances at the Majestic Theatre from Tuesday March 13 through Sunday March 18, 2018. It is based on the life story of seven-time Grammy winning international superstar Gloria Estefan and her husband, 19 Grammy winning producer-musician-entrepreneur Emilio Estefan. Tickets start at $35 and are available at Ticketmaster, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or by visiting the Majestic Theatre box office. Orders for groups of 10 or more should be done by calling (210) 226-5967. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 8 p.m. on Friday, 2p.m. and 8 p.m. on Saturday and 2p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.  (North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, 2017)

‘On Your Feet’ is a jukebox musical that follows the Estefan’s journey to superstardom. Gloria Estefan has sold over 100 million records and sold out stadiums around the world. Emilio and Gloria Estefan together have won 26 Grammy Awards® but their music is only half the story. From the heart of Havana to the streets of Miami came a cultural phenomenon unlike anything the music industry had ever seen. The score is built around the Cuban-fusion pop music made famous by Gloria and Emilio Estefan including the chart-topping smash hits “Rhythm is Gonna Get You,” “Conga,” “1-2-3,” “Get On Your Feet,” “Mi Tierra,” “Don’t Want To Lose You Now” and “Reach.” Also featured is the song “If I Never Got to Tell You,” with lyrics by Gloria Estefan and music by her daughter Emily Estefan. It is directed by two-time Tony Award® winner Jerry Mitchell and choreographed by Tony Award nominee & Olivier Award winner Sergio Trujillo with an original book by Academy Award winner Alexander Dinelaris.

Majestic Theatre
224 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-5700

‘The Color Purple’ at the Majestic Theatre

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Tickets are now on sale for ‘The Color Purple’ which will play at the Majestic Theatre in February 2018.

North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio at the Majestic Theatre recently announced that tickets to the San Antonio premiere of the North American Tour of ‘The Color Purple’ are now on sale. The Tony Award-winning Broadway revival will play at the Majestic Theatre for eight performances from Tuesday February 6 through Sunday February 11, 2018. Tickets start at $30 and are available online, by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000 or by visiting the Majestic Box Office.  Office hours are 10 a.m. to 5p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday hours vary. Orders for groups of 10 or more may be placed by calling (210) 226-5967. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 8p.m. on Friday, 2p.m and 8p.m. Saturday and 2p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday.  (North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, 2017)

‘The Color Purple’ is based on the 1982 novel by Alice Walker and the Warner Bros./Amblin Entertainment movie. The story follows the journey of Celie, an African-American woman in the South from the early to mid-20th century and stars Adrianna Hicks as Celie, Carla R. Stewart as Shug Avery and Carrie Compere as Sofia. It is adapted for the stage by Tony and Pulitzer-winner Marsha Norman with music and lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray. Tony Award®-winning director and scenic designer John Doyle recreates his award-winning work for the national tour with costumes by Ann Hould-Ward, lighting by Jane Cox, sound by Dan Moses Schreier and wig & hair design by Charles G. LaPointe.

Majestic Theatre
224 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-5700

‘A Doll’s House’ at The Classic Theatre

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‘A Doll’s House’ opens at The Classic Theatre on Friday November 3. Photo: Siggi Ragnar, used with permission.

The Classic Theatre of San Antonio continues their 10th season with ‘A Doll’s House’ by Henrik Ibsen. It opens on Friday November 3 and runs until Sunday November 26, 2017. Directed by Kelly Roush, it stars Kacey Roye, Nick Lawson, Christina Casella, Zach Lewis and John Boyd.  Show times are Friday and Saturday at 8p.m. and Sunday at 3p.m. Tickets are $32 for general admission and $28 for senior, military, educator and SATCO and $17 for student. They are available online or by calling the box office at (210) 589-8450. There will be a complimentary champagne reception on opening night. After the 3p.m. show on Sunday November 19, there will be a Community Talk Back conversation event on the issue of gender roles in modern society. This talk back is free and open to the public. (The Classic Theatre of San Antonio, 2017)

‘A Doll’s House’ is a three-act play written in 1879 and is noted for the way it deals with the fate of a married woman and reflects the lack of opportunities Norwegian women had for self-fulfillment in a male-dominated world. It is a “modern tragedy” that changed theatre forever. The message that a marriage was not sacrosanct, that a man’s authority in his home should not go unchallenged and that the prime duty of anyone was to find out who he or she really is and to become that person, shocked audiences and still resonates with them today. The controversy it caused went beyond the theatre to the world newspapers and society. The Classic Theatre’s production is set in 1950s America and has a Mad Men flair.

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

Theater review: ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ at the Woodlawn Theatre

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‘Little Shop of Horrors’ is now playing at the Woodlawn Theatre until Sunday November 5, 2017.  Photo: Woodlawn Theatre, used with permission.

October is Halloween month and nothing says horror and creepiness like ‘Little Shop of Horrors.’ Now playing at the Woodlawn Theatre until Sunday November 5, is the horror comedy rock musical about an unlucky florist shop worker who raises a plant that feeds on human flesh and blood. Show times are Friday and Saturday at 7:30p.m. and Sunday at 3p.m. Tickets range from $18 to $29 and are available online. This production is recommended for audiences 13 and over and parental supervision is advised due to mature language.

‘Little Shop of Horrors’ is a musical about Seymour Krelborn who stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” – after his coworker crush. Seymour is a poor young orphan living in skid row who was taken in by Mr. Mushnik, a flower shop owner. He works for him now at the shop along with Audrey, a pretty young blonde and as the story begins, they both lament their stations in life, “Skid Row (Downtown).” Every day, Seymour cares for the mysterious new plant, “Grow for Me,” that looks like a large Venus flytrap and turns out to be a foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore. It promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Seymour if he keeps on feeding it blood. After he witnesses Audrey’s boyfriend Orin being abusive to her, he longs to protect her and plots to kill him. Eventually he discovers Audrey II’s out of this world origins and intent towards global domination but not before he loses everyone he cares about.

Far from a typical musical happy ending, ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ is a wickedly fun time. Brian Hodges shines in the role of the shy and unlucky Seymour and is paired well with Paige Berry as Audrey. Despite not being a lead character, Orin the sadistic dentist, leaves audiences conflicted because they love to hate him. Chris Berry’s hilarious portrayal of Orin during “Now (It’s Just the Gas)” had the audience in stitches but is a perfect example of why this production is not for the very young. Show highlights include when Orin makes his entrance “Dentist!,” “Grow for Me” when Seymour discovers what makes Audrey flourish and “Suddenly, Seymour” when Seymour and Audrey finally get together, even if it does not last. Overall, it is a dark and tragically funny production filled with humor, drama and heart and is a must see for the Halloween season.

‘Little Shop of Horrors’ at the Woodlawn Theatre

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‘Little Shop of Horrors’ opens at the Woodlawn Theatre on Friday October 13, 2017.  Photo: Woodlawn Theatre, used with permission.

The next production at the Woodlawn Theatre is the horror comedy rock musical ‘Little Shop of Horrors.’ It opens on Friday October 13 and runs until Sunday November 5 with show times every Friday and Saturday at 7:30p.m. and Sunday at 3p.m. Tim Hedgepeth is the guest Director, Lizel Sandoval is the Choreographer, Andrew Hendley is the Music Director and Rose Kennedy is the Costume Designer. This production is recommended for audiences 13 and over and parental supervision is advised due to mature language.

Tickets are on sale online, or by calling the box office at (210) 267-8388. Prices are $18 for students and children, $24 for seniors and military and $29 for adults. There is a $3 service fee for tickets. Groups of ten or more receive a 20% discount. Free parking is available and located behind Vogue College of Cosmetology on W Lynwood Ave. This area is specifically designated for patrons and is patrolled by a uniformed security guard during the run of each show.  (Woodlawn Theatre, 2017)

‘Little Shop of Horrors’ is based on the low budget 1960 black comedy of the same name about an unlucky florist shop worker who raises a plant that feeds on human flesh and blood. Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” – after his coworker crush. The foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Seymour if he keeps on feeding it blood. Eventually he discovers Audrey II’s out of this world origins and intent towards global domination. This deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical features a lovesick hero, a bloodthirsty plant and a 1960s pop/rock score by creative geniuses Howard Ashman and Alan Menken.

Special dates:

Friday, October 27 – Little Shop of Horrors Costume Contest, dress as your favorite character.
Saturday, October 28 – Halloween Costume Contest, dress as you please.
Sunday, October 29 – Kids Costume Contest, kids dress up.
Saturday, November 5 – American Sign Language Night, interpreted services by Robert Cardoza.

Woodlawn Theatre
1920 Fredericksburg Rd
San Antonio, TX 78201
(210) 267-8388

‘Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella’ at the Majestic Theatre

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Tickets to ‘Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella’ go on sale this Friday October 6, 2017.  Show plays at the Majestic Theatre in January.

The 2013 Tony® Award-winning Broadway musical ‘Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella’ is coming to San Antonio and will play at the Majestic Theatre from Friday January 12 through Sunday January 14, 2018. From the creators of ‘The King and I’ and ‘The Sound of Music,’ this musical will play for only five performances for a limited engagement as part of the North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio season. Performances are 8p.m. on Friday, 2p.m. and 8p.m. on Saturday and 2p.m. and 7:30p.m. on Sunday. Tickets go on sale this Friday October 6 at 10a.m. and prices begin at $35. They are available online, at the box office, through Ticketmaster online or by calling 1-800-745-3000. Box office hours are 10a.m. to 5p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday hours vary. Orders for groups of ten or more may be place by phone at (210) 226-5967. (North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, 2017)

The classic story has a fresh new take on ‘Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella.’ The tale of a young woman who is transformed from a chambermaid into a princess, this version combines the glass slippers, pumpkin and a beautiful ball with some surprising twists. She is more than just a pretty face with the right shoe size; she is a contemporary figure living in a fairytale setting who longs to escape the drudgery of her work at home and instead work to make the world a better place. As a spirited young woman with savvy and soul, she does not let her rags or her gowns trip her up in her quest for kindness, compassion and forgiveness. She not only fights for her own dreams but she also forces the prince to open his eyes to the world around him and realize his own dreams.

The production has music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, a new book by Douglas Carter Beane and original book by Oscar Hammerstein II. It is directed by Gina Rattan and choreographed by Lee Wilkins. Music adaptation and arrangements are by David Chase and music supervision is by Greg Anthony Rassen. Some of the songs include “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible/It’s Possible,” “Ten Minutes Ago” and “Do I Love You Because You’re Beautiful?”

Majestic Theatre
224 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-5700

Tickets now on sale for ‘Irving Berlin’s White Christmas’ at the Majestic

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Tickets are now on sale for ‘Irving Berlin’s White Christmas’ coming to the Majestic Theatre in December.

The holiday season is almost here and it is time to start making plans. Celebrate the season with ‘Irving Berlin’s White Christmas’ when it plays at the Majestic Theatre in December.  The stage adaptation of the beloved classic film is coming to San Antonio as part of the North Park Lexus Broadway In San Antonio season. This family friendly production will play for eight performances from Tuesday December 12 to Sunday December 17. Show times are 7:30p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 8p.m.  Friday, 2p.m. and 8p.m. Saturday and 2p.m. and 7:30p.m. Sunday. Tickets are now on sale and prices begin at $30. They are available online, at the box office, through Ticketmaster online or by calling 1-800-745-3000. Box office hours are 10a.m. to 5p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday hours vary. Orders for groups of ten or more may be placed by phone at (210) 226-5967. (North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, 2017)

‘Irving Berlin’s White Christmas’ tells the story of two show business friends who start out putting on a show in a picturesque Vermont inn and end up finding their perfect mates. It is full of dancing, romance and laughter and includes some of the greatest songs ever written. These include “Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep,” “Happy Holiday,” “Sisters,” “Blue Skies,” and the unforgettable title song. Music and Lyrics are by Irving Berlin with Book by David Ives and Paul Blake and is based on the Paramount Pictures film written for the screen by Norman Krasna, Norman Panama and Melvin Frank.

Majestic Theatre
224 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-5700

‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’ at The Playhouse San Antonio

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‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’ opens at The Playhouse San Antonio on Friday September 15, 2017. Photo: Daniel D Baumer, used with permission.

The Playhouse San Antonio kicks off the new season this week with the Texas premiere of ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame.’ It opens on Friday September 15 and will run through Sunday October 15 in the Russell Hill Rogers Theater. Based on the 1831 novel of the same name by Victor Hugo, it has music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and book by Peter Parnell and tells the story of Quasimodo, the misshapen but gentle-souled bell ringer of Notre Dame. It is directed by George Green with Darrin Newhardt as music director and Courtnie Mercer as choreographer. The cast includes Bob Galindo as Claude Frollo, Nick Szoeke as Quasimodo, Travis Trevino as Jehan and Alyssa Lopez as Esmeralda. Show times are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30p.m. and Sunday at 2p.m. Ticket prices range from $15 to $35 and are available online. (The Playhouse San Antonio, 2017)

‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’ is set in Paris, France in the Late Middle Ages during the reign of Louis XI. An elderly gypsy beggar narrates the story of Quasimodo which begins with two orphan brothers named Claude and Jehan. They are taken in by the Notre Dame cathedral and Claude eventually becomes the Archdeacon. He takes in Jehan’s deformed child and names him Quasimodo. Twenty years later, Quasimodo becomes a kind, but isolated young man who dreams of life outside the tower. His only companions are a trio of living gargoyles named Charles, Antoine and Lori. When he decides to venture out for a day, he meets a young gypsy dancer named Esmeralda who teaches him about true friendship and acceptance.

The Playhouse San Antonio
Russell Hill Rogers Theater
800 W Ashby Place
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 733-7258

‘You Can’t Take It With You’ at The Classic Theatre

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‘You Can’t Take It With You’ opens at The Classic Theatre of San Antonio on Friday September 8, 2017.  Photo: The Classic Theatre, used with permission.

The Classic Theatre of San Antonio is starting off their 10th season with the comedic play ‘You Can’t Take It With You’ by George S Kaufman and Moss Hart. It is directed by Mark Stringham and stars Andy Thornton, Catherine Babbitt, Jim Mammarella, Christi Eanes, Byrd Bonner, Allan S. Ross, Randee Lutterloh and Megan VanDyke. Opening night is Friday September 8 and it will run until Sunday October 1, 2017. Show times are Friday and Saturday at 8p.m. and Sunday at 3p.m. Tickets are $32 for general admission, $28 for seniors, military, educators and SATCO and $17 for students. They are available online or by calling the box office at (210) 589-8450. On opening night, there will be a complimentary champagne reception and after the show on Sunday September 24 attendees can participate in Community Talk Back. (The Classic Theatre of San Antonio, 2017)

‘You Can’t Take It With You’ is set in New York City in the large house of an eccentric family and the story unfolds in three acts. It won the 1937 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and was adapted into a feature film which won the Academy Award for Best Picture and Best Director. It is a madcap, idealistic comedy that reinforces the idea that people can only live life to the fullest by doing whatever makes them truly happy. Grandpa Vanderhof and his wacky family, the Sycamores, have been happily living their zany lives in his house for many years. When practical young Alice Sycamore becomes engaged to her company’s Vice President Tony Kirby, the clan must straighten up to meet the new in-laws. Despite the best laid plans, disaster follows.

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

‘How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying’ at the Woodlawn Theatre

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‘How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying’ opens at the Woodlawn Theatre on Friday August 25, 2017. Photo: Woodlawn Theatre, used with permission.

The new season at the Woodlawn Theatre begins this week with the local production of ‘How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.’ The Pulitzer Prize-winning Broadway classic opens on Friday August 25 and runs until Sunday September 17, 2017. This musical by Frank Loesser is a satire of big business and office politics and is based on Shepherd Mead’s 1952 book of the same name. It is directed and choreographed by Woodlawn Theatre’s Executive and Artistic Director Christopher Rodriguez and stars Crystal Vera as Hedy, Mark McCarver as Bud, Brian Hodges as Finch and Kate Ragan as Rosemary. Show times are Friday and Saturday at 7:30p.m. and Sunday at 3p.m.

Tickets are on sale online, or by calling the box office at (210) 267-8388. Prices are $18 for students and children, $24 for seniors and military and $29 for adults. There is a $3 service fee for tickets. Groups of ten or more receive a 20% discount. Free parking is available and located behind Vogue College of Cosmetology on W Lynwood Ave. This area is specifically designated for patrons and is patrolled by a uniformed security guard during the run of each show. (Woodlawn Theatre, 2017)

‘How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying’ tells the story of young, ambitious J. Pierrepont Finch who, with the help of the book “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying,” rises from window washer to chairman of the board of the World Wide Wicket Company. A satire of big business in the 1960s, it tackles the familiar but potent dangers such as the aggressively compliant “company man,” the office party, backstabbing co-workers, caffeine addiction and true love. Musical numbers include ‘How to Succeed,’ ‘Coffee Break’ and ‘Been a Long Day.’

On Saturday September 9, the Woodlawn Theatre will host an ASL Night (American Sign Language) with Robert Cardoza providing the deaf community with full communication access to the show.

Woodlawn Theatre
1920 Fredericksburg Rd
San Antonio, TX 78201
(210) 267-8388