2025-2026 Season
Ann
By Holland Taylor
RETURN ENGAGEMENT
August 28-31, 2025
At MATCH (Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston)
Starring Nora Hahn
Directed by Debra Schultz
Ann is a no-holds-barred portrait of Ann Richards, the legendary governor of Texas. This inspiring and hilarious play brings us face to face with a complex, colorful and captivating character bigger than the state from which she hailed. Written by Emmy Award winner Holland Taylor, Ann takes a revealing look at the impassioned woman who enriched the lives of her followers, friends and family.
The Garden Theatre is honored to welcome back Nora Hahn in her critically acclaimed, star making performance as Ann Richards. Ms. Hahn has been seen on stages across Houston such as The Garden Theatre, Stageworks, Theatre Southwest, and Country Playhouse. Most recently, Ms. Hahn was seen on The Garden Theatre stage as Sister Aloysius in Doubt, A Parable, as Cumie Barrow and Ma Ferguson (the first and only other female governor of Texas) in Bonnie & Clyde, and as Clairee Belcher in Steel Magnolias.
Who's Holiday
By Matthew Lombardo
RETURN ENGAGEMENT
December 18-21, 2025
At MATCH (Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston)
Starring Chaney Moore
Directed by Sloane Teagle
You saw her last when she was just two
Celebrate the holidays with Cindy Lou Who.
Pull up a seat and fill up your cup
‘Cause your favorite little Who is all grown up.
Who's Holiday! Is a wildly funny and heartfelt adults-only comedy that tells the story of Cindy Lou Who, now all grown up and residing in a beaten-down trailer in the snowy hills of Mount Crumpit, as she recalls (in between bong rips) that Christmas Eve she first met the Grinch and the twisted turn of events her life has now taken.
Starring in this hilarious one-woman show is Houston favorite, Chaney Moore. Chaney returns to The Garden Theatre stage after appearing in 2022's White Rabbit Red Rabbit and 2024's Who's Holiday!. She has appeared on stages across Houston including Main Street Theater, Stages, The Catastrophic Theatre, and The Ensemble Theatre. Chaney is also a company member of Strangebird Immersive and has numerous film, TV, and voice over credits to her name.
Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical
Created By Jordan Ross and Lindsey Rosin
Based On the Film By Roger Kumble
RETURN ENGAGEMENT
December 26, 2025-January 11, 2026
At MATCH (Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston)
Based on the iconic film starring Reese Witherspoon, Ryan Phillippe and Sarah Michelle Geller, Cruel Intentions: The ’90s Musical pulls you into the manipulative world of Manhattan’s most dangerous liaisons: Sebastian Valmont and Kathryn Merteuil. Fueled by revenge and passion, the diabolically charming step-siblings place a bet on whether or not Sebastian can deflower their incoming headmaster’s daughter, Annette Hargrove. As the two set out to destroy the innocent girl— and anyone else who gets in their way — they find themselves playing a perilous game with only one rule: Never fall in love.
Featuring your favorite throwback hits by artists like Boyz II Men, Christina Aguilera, REM, 'NSYNC, and, of course, Britney Spears, this sexy, hilarious, and so-very-cruel musical is “the ultimate night out” (Entertainment Weekly).
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Join us for a special New Year's Eve performance on December 31, followed by the ultimate '90s bash as we count down to the new year! We're going to party like it's 1999! Tickets are $55 for those ages 21+ and $40 for those under 21. If you're over 21, the party includes an open bar consisting of beer, wine, and a specialty cocktail, a champagne toast at midnight, and '90s treats. If you're under 21, enjoy unlimited sodas and a sparkling cider toast at midnight. In addition to food and beverage, dance the night away to all of your favorite '90s hits and sing along with ultimate '90s karaoke party!
Directed by Logan Vaden
Choreographed by Annelea Bootle
Music Direction by Jake Cummings
Company
Music & Lyrics Stephen Sondheim
Book by George Furth
April 10-19, 2026
At MATCH (Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston)
Directed by Paul Hope
Music Direction by Jake Cummings
Choreographed by Courtney Chilton
The Garden Theatre closes its 5th anniversary season with Stephen Sondheim’s classic Company, starring Founding Artistic Director Logan Vaden as Bobby alongside a cast made up entirely of Garden Theatre favorites.
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On the night of his 35th birthday, Bobby finds himself unable to decide on a wish as he blows out his candles. A confirmed bachelor surrounded by “those good and crazy people”—his married friends—Bobby is torn between accepting his life as it is and wondering if something (or someone) is missing.
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Through a series of dinner parties, first dates, and candid conversations, Bobby explores the highs, lows, and absurdities of modern relationships, gaining insight into marriage, commitment, and his own persistent bachelorhood. Stephen Sondheim’s groundbreaking musical is a mature, intelligent, and wildly funny look at love, vulnerability, and what it truly means to be alive.
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Join The Garden Theatre on Saturday, April 11 at 8pm to celebrate the theatre’s 5th birthday and Logan Vaden’s 35th birthday with cake and a complimentary champagne toast following the performance.