The New Topfer Theatre at Zach Scott

October 4, 2012. 11 Photos

"...As twilight falls, the Zach Theatre logo on the front of the Topfer Theatre begins..."

Oct. 4, 2012 Photo Gallery

The New Topfer Theatre at Zach Scott Photo Gallery

Oct. 5, 2012 Arts Feature

2017 Payne Theatre Award Nominees

E.A. Poe musical Nevermore leads the way with 11 noms

"...the B. Iden Payne Awards Council Monday. When the theatre group announced the nominees for the 2016-17 season, Doctuh..."

Sept. 20, 2017 Arts Post by Robert Faires

Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute

Speaking Methodic Lee, David Strasberg brings his father's Method to Zach Theatre

"...called him "one of the few artists among American theatre directors." The man upon whom such fervent praise has..."

Jan. 25, 2013 Arts Feature by Adam Roberts

Zach Theatre

Construction is starting on Zach's third performance space, its biggest yet

"...chill on the Groundhog Day groundbreaking ceremony for Zach Theatre's new 420-seat stage. The show folk at this playhouse,..."

Feb. 11, 2011 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Zach Theatre's Ann

This revival of Holland Taylor’s play replaces Ann Richards the Lone Star icon with the everyday Texan who faced challenges head-on

"...As expected, seeing Richards brought to life on Zach's Topfer Theatre stage was a complex experience, one that left..."

Aug. 23, 2019 Arts Review by Trey Gutierrez

Zach Theatre's Singin' in the Rain

This stage take on the silver-screen musical really comes alive when it breaks free of the familiar film's grip

"...Rain while dreamily splashing his way across the rain-soaked Topfer stage, you know whereof he speaks. The silent-film matinee..."

Oct. 20, 2017 Arts Review by Robert Faires

Zach Theatre

A $500,000 challenge grant supports a spot that Juliet would really love

"...and her words might be applied fittingly to Zach Theatre's fundraising effort for its own "Juliet" balcony. The second-story..."

May 20, 2011 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Zach Theatre's Dracula

Strong performances and Broadway-level design fill this entertaining version of the Bram Stoker vampire tale

"...I was in an ideal position to have Zach Theatre's staging be my introduction to this terrifying classic...."

Oct. 25, 2019 Arts Review by Trey Gutierrez

Zach Theatre's Matilda the Musical

With its memorable characters and energetic performances, this production connects adults with their inner child

"...Like the book, Zach Theatre's Matilda the Musical invites its audience to step into..."

April 19, 2019 Arts Review by Trey Gutierrez

Zach Theatre's Once

This musical disarms the cynicism of our age with the sweet story of a guy and a girl who bond over music

"...The cast is also the orchestra, and in Zach Theatre's production, their work is impressive. As the guy, Corbin..."

Oct. 5, 2018 Arts Review by Elizabeth Cobbe

Zach Theatre's A Christmas Carol

This slick and polished musical adaptation of the Dickens classic serves up holiday cheer in abundance

"...let's talk about the pure holiday magic that Zach Theatre has woven into and spun from Charles Dickens' classic...."

Dec. 22, 2017 Arts Review by Shanon Weaver

The X Files' Mitch Pileggi at Zach Theatre

What conspiracy brought X-Files star Mitch Pileggi back to Austin, Zach, and Walter Skinner all at the same time?

"...in 1994 was languishing in the ninth circle of theatre hell. When he could have been in front of..."

Feb. 5, 2016 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Zach Theatre's A Night With Janis Joplin

This re-created rock concert with the legendary singer is so good, it may be better than the real thing

"...I've never said in all my years of reviewing theatre, and as my editor is my witness, I'll never..."

Feb. 7, 2020 Arts Review by Elizabeth Cobbe

Zach Theatre's Hedwig and the Angry Inch

This revival gives the trans singer's identity crisis a punk lullaby with rockin' style

"...the way Daniel Rowan owns the role in Zach Theatre's revival of Hedwig and the Angry Inch. The actor..."

Feb. 22, 2019 Arts Review by Robert Faires

Zach Theatre's Heisenberg

In Simon Stephens' play, we observe the unlikely pairing of two people as an experiment in risk and change

"...It's unusual, I imagine, for a theatre review to begin with an explanation of Heisenberg's Uncertainty..."

July 6, 2018 Arts Review by Shanon Weaver

Zach Theatre's The Great Society

Robert Schenkkan's smart script and remarkable ensemble work make this a powerful look at LBJ's White House years

"...Theatre companies typically plan their seasons out well in advance,..."

Feb. 3, 2017 Arts Review by Elizabeth Cobbe

A Christmas Carol

Zach Theatre's musical version abounds in great voices, but it may drown out Dickens with songs

"...Well, if you're Zach Theatre: music. Lots and lots of music. Pop music. Country..."

Dec. 20, 2019 Arts Review by Laura Jones

Zach Theatre's The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

This dazzling production takes us inside the mind of a crime-solving teen on the spectrum

"...still will not have scratched the surface of Zach Theatre's current offering, The Curious Incident of the Dog in..."

Feb. 16, 2018 Arts Review by T. Lynn Mikeska

Zach Theatre's In the Heights

This production of Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical brings us the life and pride of an immigrant neighborhood at an important time

"...But there aren't. Audiences at the big theatre companies don't often get to see the dignity of..."

June 16, 2017 Arts Review by Elizabeth Cobbe

Kathy Valentine Swaps Stages for Zach Theatre's New Show Head Over Heels

Jukebox musical features the greatest hits of the Go-Go's

"...Theatres are filled with jukebox musicals, but not many productions..."

July 6, 2023 Music Post by Richard Whittaker

This Is Who We Are #4: Zach Theatre's The Gospel at Colonus

A daily affirmation of Austin's creativity from the Chronicle archive

"...The Gospel at Colonus Zach Topfer Theatre, 202 S. Lamar, 512/476-0541 www.zachtheatre.org Through April 27..."

May 7, 2020 Arts Post by Robert Faires

Zach Theatre

The curtain is raised on the design for the new 420-seat Topfer Theatre

"...So what will the third theatre in Zach Theatre's burgeoning South Lamar and Riverside compound..."

Oct. 30, 2009 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Review: Zach Theatre's The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity

Theatrical elements combine for a "perfect goddamn story"

"...type of people who likely don't typically see live theatre, deftly concealed in a shiny, loud, and macho package..."

Oct. 7, 2022 Arts Feature by Shanon Weaver

Review: Zach Theatre & Deaf Austin Theatre’s Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella

An innovative approach to a marvelous play

"...Currently onstage at the Zach Theatre is a thoroughly enjoyable rendition of this work, matching..."

Feb. 5, 2023 Arts Post by Bob Abelman

Review: Zach Theatre’s A Christmas Carol

Boisterous but shallow jukebox musical of the Dickens classic misses opportunities

"...Despite the decidedly un-wintry air, Zach Theatre has rolled out its yearly production of A Christmas..."

Nov. 24, 2023 Arts Feature by Jasmine Lane

Review: Zach Theatre's Noises Off

Even after 40 years, Michael Frayn's backstage farce is fun, not funny

"...enough to have become a staple of both amateur theatres and professional playhouses the likes of Zach Theatre, where..."

June 23, 2023 Arts Feature by Bob Abelman

Review: Zach Theatre's The Inheritance, Part 1

Epic in length and ambition, this portrait of gay life in the 21st century is stunning

"...a free pass to engage in storytelling removed from theatre’s more traditional tropes...."

Aug. 26, 2022 Arts Feature by Bob Abelman

Review: Zach Theatre’s The Sound of Music

New production of the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic tries to forget the Julie Andrews film, and finds new political relevance

"...will forever be the go-to point of comparison for theatregoers. And so, it is the source of great consternation..."

July 1, 2022 Arts Feature by Bob Abelman

Review: Zach Theatre's Hershey Felder as George Gershwin Alone

A masterful tribute to the father of the Great American Songbook

"...his one-man performance of George Gershwin Alone at Zach Theatre through October 1. Felder started his Gershwin enactment 28..."

Sept. 22, 2023 Arts Feature by Jay Trachtenberg

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