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Friday, October 11, 2024

Why I’m Excited About the 8th Annual Alley All New Festival 

We asked the Alley’s artistic staff why they’re excited for this year’s plays. Here’s what they had to say!

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Artistic Director Rob Melrose’s Reflections on the Alley All New Festival

I’m excited to let you know about the triumphant return of the Alley All New Festival.

Monday, September 30, 2024

Penelope’s Journey

The Janeiad is an everyday epic of a modern woman who is guided by Penelope, a central character from Homer’s epic poem The Odyssey.

Friday, September 20, 2024

The Farcical Frenzy of Noises Off: A Look at the History of a Farce

Farce is a theatre style that can be traced all the way to ancient Greece. At the time, the new style of comedy (aptly called New Comedy) was created by Greek playwright Menander. His work was so influential, that it continues reverberating through our modern understanding of comedic writing.

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Announcing the Resident Acting Company Casting for the 2024-25 Season

Alley Theatre's Resident Acting Company is a cornerstone of the Alley's artistic identity. Comprised of eight actors, the company brings a unique and vital element to the Alley's productions. They are not just performers; they are the heart and soul of the Alley. Resident acting companies are exceptionally rare in modern theatre.

Monday, September 16, 2024

Alley Articulated Updates: Expanding Our Reach Through Arts and Medicine

Alley Theatre’s Alley Articulated program continues to break new ground, forging deeper connections with Houston's business and medical communities. We're excited to announce our growing partnership with the Texas Medical Center, where the power of the arts is being harnessed to enhance both patient care and healthcare provider well-being.

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Artistic Director Rob Melrose’s Reflections

I’m so excited that for the 30th anniversary of Alley Theatre’s Summer Chills series, we are returning to one of Agatha Christie’s best-loved plays: And Then There Were None.

Monday, September 9, 2024

Meet The Cast & Creative Team of Noises Off

To celebrate 30 years of Summer Chills, we chatted with the Resident Acting Company performing in AND THEN THERE WERE NONE about what this Houston and Alley staple means to them. Here's what they had to say!

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Theatre Vocab 101: Stage Directions, Break a Leg, Program, Strike

New to the theatre world? Lost in the sea of foreign theatrical phrases and terms? The Alley has your back! Not only will Theatre Vocab 101 teach you the fundamental terminology of theatre, but it will also give you the best understanding of what goes on at the Alley.

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Michelle Elaine Joins Alley’s Resident Acting Company

What better way to kick off our subscription season than welcoming Michelle Elaine, the newest member of our Resident Acting Company?