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Young Greg Abbott: A FuQusical
Here's a free reading of a new show written by Fragile Rock's Brently Heilbron, a satirical show that explores "just how Greg Abbott came to be the man he is today." Mmmhmmm, we're sure it does.Sun., Dec. 3, 7:30pm. Free.
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Staged Reading: The Ghosts of Christmas Past
The Archive Theater previews their Victorian Christmas production, The Ghosts of Christmas Past.Nov. 30-Dec. 3. Thu.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 5pm. $10-20. -
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The Smartest Girl In The World
Miriam Gonzales' new play takes a look at the bonds of family and the key to facing life’s challenges together. Directed by Roxanne Schroeder-Arce.Nov. 30-Dec. 3, times vary. $10-15.
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A Christmas Carol
Zach Theatre’s adaptation of the Dickens classic is a musical sleigh ride through rhythm and time, infusing the traditional Victorian story with a score that spans all genres and eras. "Celebrate the season with the loving Cratchit family and three soulful ghosts as they take Ebenezer Scrooge on a joyride to rediscover his heart and love for human kindness."Through Dec. 31. $25 and up. -
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Christmas Belles
"Christmastime in the Lone Star State - but the Futrelle sisters of Fayro, Texas, are not exactly in a festive mood. Frankie is overdue with twins, Twink’s in jail, and Honey Raye is trying to keep the Tabernacle of the Lamb’s Christmas pageant from spiraling out of control." This Southern down-home comedy, written by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten, is a special treat serving up plenty of laughs for the holiday season. Directed by Tracy Arnold for City Theatre.Dec. 1-17. Thu.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 3pm. $15-25. -
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Miss Lulu Bett
In Zona Gale's classic play – the first play written by a woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama – Lulu Bett lives with her sister's family and does all the cooking in the house. Spinsterhood seems to be her destiny – until an enthusiastic visitor proposes. Directed by Norman Blumensaadt for Different Stages.Through Dec. 9. Thu.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 6pm. $15-37. -
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Murder on the Links
Murder's afoot – and it's wearing those funny golfers' socks! Yes, Austin Playhouse presents the regional premiere of Murder on the Links, from the Agatha Christie novel, written and directed by Steven Dietz. Bonus: An all-star cast! We mean, Ben Wolfe (as Hercule Poirot, no less), Lara Toner Haddock, Huck Huckaby, Tonie Knight, Chase Brewer, and Sarah Chong Dickey.Dec. 1-30. Thu.-Sat., 8pm. Sun., Dec, 3 & 24, 2pm; Dec. 10 & 17, 5pm. $21-42. -
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Words Into Worlds: Creating Place in the Theatre
See displays from landmark American and British theatre productions from the past century, bringing together the iconic work of writers Adrienne Kennedy, Arthur Miller, Robert Schenkkan, Tennessee Williams, and others – with award-winning designs from artists Boris Aronson, Beowulf Boritt, Jo Mielziner, and Norman Bel Geddes.Free.
