This is a very professional group and the plays are superb. Additionally the theatre is nice and…read moreclean/comfortable.

8/8/2025: Cute theater with a great lineup of plays. We saw Annie and loved it! One of our friends…read morewas a leading role, so we got a group together and went to see her. The rows of seats are graduated like a small movie theater. The lighting was great. The actors wear mics to enhance the sound. The offer popcorn and snacks for purchase. You can also purchase bottled water. If you want an alcoholic drink, you must purchase a "Stageworks" tumbler for $20. It comes filled with your drink of choice on the first round and then you pay for the addition drinks with a by the glass cost. You can bring the tumbler back each time. There was a little bit of a wait at intermission for the bathrooms. Of course, us ladies always have to wait no matter the venue. The staff were great in assisting us to the other more hidden restrooms. Everyone was friendly and the night was terrific. The theater is in a shopping center. Parking is free. You can buy tickets online and then pick them up at will call.

Love this new location for The Riot. My beau and I have been to many shows at their previous…read morelocation above Rudyard's, but they now have their own digs right off lower Washington in the same small strip center where Julep is located. This new location has some parking, street parking, valet (shared w Julep?)... there's a bar and bar seating (wish the lighting was a bit dimmer and more comedy club vibes), but enter through the dark curtains and they have a nice setup! Seating, great sound and lighting, a Htown mural, and QR codes at each table to order drinks and bites.

I laughed a lot throughout the night--the comedy was definitely on point. The comedians did a great…read morejob and kept the energy up the whole time. Unfortunately, the food and drinks didn't match the experience. Everything felt overpriced for the quality. I paid $10 for a tiny brownie that tasted store-bought and was so dry it literally stuck to the roof of my mouth. I'd definitely recommend eating beforehand, because the food just isn't worth it. That said, I still had a great time overall thanks to the entertainment. If you're going for the laughs, it's worth it--just don't go for the food.

Really cute, small theater in the neighborhood. A friend's daughter was in a production for the…read moresummer children's class so I tagged along w the proud parents to see Urinetown: The Musical (the kids & teachers had 2 weeks to prepare for the production & I was very impressed!) . The theater has an attached parking garage for convenience as everyone knows how parking is in this area. Small, clean lobby, ample bathroom stalls & an intimate theater with a balcony area. Seriously when I say intimate, I mean every seat in this place guarantees a good view of the stage. I will be checking their website for shows as this was a very nice experience!

I came to the Queensbury Theatre to watch Elf: The Musical with my mom and I was so impressed by…read morethis small theatre in Memorial! The tickets were easy to buy online and I even got a student discount and my mom got the senior discount ($10 off each ticket). About a week before the show, I received and email that informed me of free parking at each show in their garage, which is almost unheard of when going to the theatre! We arrived about 30 minutes before the show started to see the theatre and it is beautiful! There could not be a bad seat in the whole place! We were in row G on the lower level and it was a great view!! The whole cast of the play was so fun and great at acting! I enjoyed the performance here just as much (if not more than) a show in the city at some of the larger theaters!! I can't wait to see what else this theatre has to offer and come back for another show!

Stages is my favorite performing arts theater in Houston! Ever since I saw my first show here, The…read moreHeart Sellers, I knew I had found something wonderful and was hooked. Since then I've gone on to see The ripple, the wave that carried me home, and the latest show, The Lehman Trilogy. Each show Ive watched here has been wonderfully well crafted in storytelling, acting, and have been very immersive to the audience. You can definitely feel the love that was put into each production. I've been enjoying going to opening preview night of each of these shows, there's something really different about seeing the first live performance for each production. Seeing the directors and producers all watching their hard work come to life, the roaring standing ovation. It's a great place to be at! I fully recommend people to check out their productions as they're never a disappointment to me!

Wow I came to see a play at STAGES, based on the life of Lauren Anderson, the black prima…read moreballerina! I had great seats right in center,but really the venue is so intimate there is not a bad seat in the house. The play Plumshuga: The Rise of Lauren Anderson. I believe this was the last performance of the show. Shes a Houston icon. It was a story of her life, told thru Houston Ballet dancers and other amazing actors. It was authentic, and showed a black woman's plight of becoming one of the best dancers in the US, her perilious journey through addiction, and her life now. It was centered and focused on her voice, and it was beautiful story that should be heard by many Americans, not just the black community. Bravo Lauren Anderson!

First visit to the Alley Theater for the brilliant performance of "Fences" by August Wilson in…read moreHubbard Theater directed by Eileen Morris in the . I chose paid underground Theater District parking which is vast, great lighting, parking staff, and safe. Garage signage, yet, I found the twists a little tricky. Persevered and next time I'll be a pro. Friendly ushers, lobby bar, large restrooms, elevators, and comfortable seating. Houston Theater District always has fantastic shows.

A nice intimate theater perfect for an onstage performance. Watched The Girl on the Train, which…read morehad great acting! Would like to return.

I recently visited the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts to see Back to the Future: The Musical…read morepresented by Theatre Under The Stars. Parking was available for $20 in the parking garage. It was raining and able to navigate to the theater without getting wet. The venue itself is beautiful, modern, clean, and well-organized. We were able to enter quickly and our tickets were scanned with no wait. From the moment we entered, everything feels organized and easy to navigate, with helpful staff throughout the theater. Our seats were in the Mezzanine section and the view of the stage was partially obstructed by the back of people's heads sitting in front of me, but still had a decent view. The acoustics were excellent and the show was a fun, high-energy experience. Restroom lines during intermission were extremely long but seemed to move quickly. They had a variety of drinks available but I didn't purchase any. The overall experience felt seamless from start to finish. Except for the parking. After the show, was stuck in the parking garage over an hour trying to exit. However, the Hobby Center is a great venue for watching a show. Would absolutely come back to watch another show!

I have seen quite a few shows here, from ballet recitals to musicals. The latest one I saw was The…read moreMoulin Rouge. It was such a fantastic show! I am always so fascinated how they can move the furniture so fast behind scenes. I think the theatre itself is really nice. A bit narrow though and everytime I go I am fearful of falling in someone haha. the ceiling has a beautiful star light. Not too big of a theatre or stage so it feels like a much more intimate experience. The valet service parking is always so convenient but it does get full pretty quickly !

This review is for their performance in Houston…read more If you've been to other Cirque Du Soleil in the race park before then you know that there's no way around paying for parking. It will cost you $12 to park. The good thing about the parking is it was super organized so even though there were long lines of cars trying to park, the lines were moving; and once I had paid, the attendees directed me where to go and it took me less than a minute to park. Before you can enter the Grand Chapiteau, you have to go through your typical security measure. There are no metal detectors but they will look inside your purse if you have one. I was here with my sister and she didn't have a purse so we didn't even get checked. She did have a jacket on her but they didn't check it. This means you could sneak in your own snacks/drinks should you be inclined to. Why would one be inclined to sneak in their own snacks/drinks? Well, a bottled water/soda will run you $5. Nachos will run you $10. A Cotton candy will run you $8. Hot dog will run you $7. You see where I'm going with this? If you're coming here with your family (kids, wife, girlfriend, whatever), then you be better be ready to be dropping some $$$$. As for the show, it's your typical CDS stage/seating. You have the round stage with the seats surrounding them. I was lucky enough to get good seats to the right side and three rows from the stage so I was able to see everything clearly. If you opt to sit toward the back, some times you can't even see the faces of the performers clearly. The show started at eight on the dot. Some of the performances are pretty typical CDS where it would amaze you what a human body can do with training (contortionist, balancing act, juggling). Some of the other acts were more creative (invisible circus, finger dancing, animal impression). One act in particular was a combination of both where you have this dude playing yo-yo in the middle of the stage, but holy cow, he could control them yo-yos like they were a part of his body. I felt like he should have been competing in international yo-yo championship or something. All in all, I was happy with the show. This was also my sister's first Cirque Du Soleil and so everything was brand new to her and she was thoroughly impressed with the performances. CDS is always a fun event to go to and I definitely will go to whatever other Cirque Du Soleil shows that would make a stop in Houston.

3rd Cirque I've seen. Dralion 2002…read moreVarekai 2005 LOVE LOVE LOVE CDS...can't believe it's 12 years since my last one. Houston parking was $12; I parked the furthest away and still it wasn't far from the tent. I was concerned that the AC might not be working from a heads up review 4 days earlier...but, thankfully the AC was on and blowing good!! Toilets looked like porta pottys but they actually had lights and hooks to hang your purse---speaking of...I walked in the stall and there hung a yellow bag and a Kurios souvenir! I was like...HOW can one forget ALL that? Turned it in to an employee...hope the lady got her stuff back. The seats are small and very close together...I chose an end seat so I'd only have one person beside me. My seats were stage right 8 rows back...awesome! Show was exciting...as usual, I was amazed. Do yourself a favor and attend a Cirque de Soleil soon...it's well worth the $$$

This was such a fun thing to do while visiting Houston and honestly one of my favorite experiences…read morefrom our trip. The theater is small and intimate, which makes every seat feel like a great seat. You're close to the action no matter where you sit, which makes the entire experience feel more personal and engaging. I loved how interactive the show was. It's family friendly (not a kiddie magic show), so entertaining for adults as well. This would honestly make a great date night show in Houston too. Everyone has a chance to participate, not just people sitting in the front row, which keeps the energy exciting throughout. The theater itself is really unique, filled with antiques that give it so much character. It doesn't feel like a typical venue--it feels like part of the experience. I even got to go on stage and solve a Rubik's cube with my eyes closed and my hands behind my back, which completely blew my mind. I was genuinely shocked. That was definitely one of the highlights for me. Another thing I loved was the variety--there were multiple magicians performing, which kept the show fresh and interesting the entire time. Between the audience interaction, different styles of magic, and constant surprises, it never slowed down. Whether you're traveling, planning a family-friendly activity in Houston, or looking for a fun and unique date night idea, this show is absolutely worth it.

Wonderful experience from start to finish! The Magic Show Theater is family friendly, entertaining,…read moreand a great option for all ages. The show was fun, engaging, and kept everyone entertained throughout. You can tell a lot of effort goes into creating a memorable experience for the audience. We had a great time and would definitely recommend it to families, couples, or anyone looking for something fun and different to do. Well worth the visit!

This place is amazing. We went to go watch Joseph and the Amazing Technology Dreamcoat…read more The performance and singing of the cast was incredible! Overall was a beautiful experience. The cast makes you feel the story with so much detail and the laughter to enjoy each moment! Every staff member was friendly, welcoming and everyone had a smiling face.

The experience was fantastic for the Kiddos!!! Narnia Was an amazing production…read more The Venue. Nestled into the Galleria off Westheimer, the venue is unassuming and quite understated outside. Parking is abundant and easy ingress and egress was no problem. The Staff. Amazingly accommodating and Friendly. They helped us to our seats and were quite knowledgeable. Top marks. The Venue Part Deux. There are signs a-Plenty stating no food or drink in the venue. Until it is noted the drinks must remain closed a-la purchased drinks at the bar which come with a closeable top or bottles that may be again... brought with you and closeable. You can still bring your own in...but for a whopping $90 for 2 adult beverages, kid beverages, and waters at the beginning and pre order for intermission...you could have just brought in your closeable water bottle and saved the cost. This is like handing you the keys to an Aston but told not to drive it off the lot. Understandable for spillage, but not well explained. The production and sound were second to none. The only niggle I had were the inexperienced show goers behind us who continually dialogued what came next via the book, how it did not correspond to the movie, and continually picked at it. I cannot control other people...but do stay home or keep like a church mouse like the rest of us while the production was in course. I guess money can buy your way in but not common decency no matter your age bracket/demographic/wealth status. Again out of my control, so I will not hold it against the theatre. Overall. Yes. I will be back for another show. Amazing. Thank you all so much for what you do and giving back to your community the way you do. Donation made. And will continue to support. Rock solid 4 Stars.

The Ensemle is a must for a night out on the town! They have plays every weekend and will have some…read moreof the best live music you can find in Houston! My husband and I came to see Get Ready and we loved the acting, singing and piano playing behind all of the tunes. There are no bad seats in the building. This is a theatre for the African American Arts so if you want to support black theatre this is the place to be!

I'm STILL a subscriber- I absolutely love coming here and enjoy the experience each time. Every…read moreseason offers different productions that are so interesting and entertaining. This year kicked off with Akeela and the Bee- I never watched the movie but I LOVED this! They also have other events and opportunities which I've attended as well like themed brunches and that was also so fun. I'm so glad I continue to support this amazing theater! #2025BIGBACKAPPROVED