Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville - Alley Theatre
Skip to Content

A CASE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

APRIL 4 – MAY 4

Hubbard Theatre

Directed by Eleanor Holdridge

Embark on a thrilling adventure with Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson as they unravel the mystery of the Baskervilles with wit, charm, and suspense. Todd Waite’s Sherlock brings humor to the classic whodunit in this madcap mystery. Join them on a journey through the foggy moors of Devonshire, where every clue and twist keeps you guessing until the final curtain call.

This special engagement marks Todd Waite’s farewell performance as a member of the Resident Acting Company, making it a must-see for fans and theatergoers alike.

This production is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes long, including one intermission.

“It’s not only fun, it’s laugh out loud funny. It is also an outstanding production.”

Houston Chronicle

“equal parts thrilling and laugh-out-loud funny”

BroadwayWorld Houston

“This is a show designed for pure enjoyment”

The Courier

Sherlock Holmes murder mystery hits the stage at Alley Theatre

ABC13

Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville “is among the most fun of any of the shows our audiences will see.” -Todd Waite

OutSmart Magazine

Listen to The Playlist

Get ready for your Sherlock Adventure by listening to our playlist curated by Sound Designer Melanie Chen Cole! Listen Now.

Accessibility

 

Performance Type
Performance Date(s)
Captioned Performance  Captioned Performance Sunday, April 13, 2:00 PM

Best Seats: Section 5, Rows L-O

Audio Described Performance  Audio Described Performance Sunday, April 13, 7:00 PM

This service can be accessed from any seat location upon checking out a headset device.

ASL Interpreted Performance  ASL Interpreted Performance Wednesday, April 30, 7:30 PM

Best Seats: Please select the indicated performance and use Promo Code ASLSEAT to gain access to the best seats to view ASL interpreters, or contact Guest Services at (713) 220-5700 or boxoffice@alleytheatre.org.

 

Learn more

Alley Resourced

Go beyond the stage with Alley Resourced for deeper insight into the world of the play — designed for classroom teachers but enriching for all.

Explore now!

Before you attend the performance, the program provides cast bios, sponsor backgrounds, and further reading. Read More.
Read the program.
Listen to the playlist.

TALKS & EVENTS

Pre-Show Alley Chats

Sunday, April 6, before the 2:00 PM show.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the design process.

Learn more.

Post-Show Alley Chats

Thursday, April 10, after the 7:30 PM show.
Tuesday, April 15, after the 7:30 PM show.

Join us for post-show Alley Chats with the cast and Alley Theatre Artistic Staff.

Learn more.

ActOUT

Thursday, April 17

Join the hottest LGBTQ+ theatre event in town.

Learn more.

STUDENT MATINEE

April 23

Exclusive 10:00 AM performance and Talkback

Learn more.

Book Your Group!

Buy 10 or more tickets and save $60.

Learn more.


IN THE WORKS

Get a first look behind the scenes of Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery as we work to bring this production to life on the Alley’s stage.




HONORARY PRODUCERS

ANNE AND ALBERT CHAO

STEVE AND DONNA GREENLEE

ASSOCIATE PRODUCERS

Valerie A. Jalufka
Cathy and Jesse Marion
Connie and Roger Plank
Betty Stacy

LEARN MORE

The Murder of Ackroyd

The Intrigue of Phones in Murder Mysteries

In murder mysteries, every phone ring promises suspense and revelation. Phones play a pivotal role in creating an atmosphere of intrigue and uncertainty. From Alfred Hitchcock’s classics to Agatha Christie’s timeless stories, phones are both weapons and tools.Continue reading

Pictures from Our Home Graphic

Pictures From Our Home

This month, we are opening Pictures from Home by Sharr White. This charming play premiered as a reading at our 2020 Alley All New Festival, made its way to Broadway, and we are thrilled to be bringing it back to Houston audiences, reimagined in our Hubbard Theatre.Continue reading

Managing Director's Reflections

Managing Director’s Reflections

It is fascinating to reflect on the evolution of photography and its transformative impact on how we document and perceive our lives. From the earliest recorded photo by Joseph Nicéphore Niépce in 1826 (below) to the invention of the first instant camera, the model 95 Land Camera, by Edwin Land in 1948, and the revolutionary introduction of the iPhone in 2007, the way we capture and share moments has undergone significant changes.Continue reading

Photo of David Rainey as Ebenezer Scrooge

Unraveling Scrooge: A Tale of Redemption and Reflection

In Charles Dickens’ timeless novella, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Ebenezer Scrooge emerges as a character embodying the change from a miserly loner to a benevolent benefactor. David Rainey, a seasoned member of the Alley Resident Company who has portrayed Scrooge multiple times, reflects on the character’s complexity.Continue reading

Photo of Shawn Hamilton as the Ghost of Christmas Present

Costume Chronicles: Crafting The Ghost of Christmas Present

For this season’s production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, we decided to remake the robe worn by Christmas Present. We wanted to push the finished garment’s theatrical nature. We also needed to make an additional robe to provide a more feasible plan for the role’s understudy. We made this decision right after last season’s production closed.Continue reading

Photo collage of Ghost of Christmas Past, Ebenezer Scrooge with the Ghost of Christmas Future, and Ghost of Christmas Present

The Christmas Ghosts of A CHRISTMAS CAROL

A Christmas Carol is a timeless tale that has captured the hearts of readers and audiences for generations. At its heart, the story is a journey of self-discovery, compassion, and redemption. The visits of ghosts guide Ebenezer Scrooge on Christmas Eve. These three Christmas ghosts reveal the effects of one’s actions and the potential for change.Continue reading