Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville
April 4 - May 4, 2025
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) |
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Captioned Performance |
Sunday, April 13, 2:00 PM
Best Seats: Section 5, Rows L-O |
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 |
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. |
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.
| Ken Ludwig’s take on this classic Sherlock Holmes mystery contains instances of violence. Recommended for ages 10 and up. | |
| Flashing lights, haze, fog, theatrical smoking, and gunshots will be used during the performance. | |
| Before you attend the performance, the program provides cast bios, sponsor backgrounds, and further reading. Read More. |
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| 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.
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.
ActOUT
Join the hottest LGBTQ+ theatre event in town.
STUDENT MATINEE
Exclusive 10:00 AM performance and Talkback
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
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Valerie A. Jalufka
Cathy and Jesse Marion
Connie and Roger Plank
Betty Stacy
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Captioned Performance
Audio Described Performance
ASL Interpreted Performance