University of Houston Reveals 2025-26 Theatre Season Featuring New Premieres and Timeless Classics

The School of Theatre & Dance at the University of Houston is pleased to announce its awaited 2025–26 season. It will feature a diverse range of shows, including new musicals, adaptations of classic works, and student-written premieres.

A news release from September 9 states that the season will feature acts like "The Haunting of Frankenstein" and showcase the lively energy of student choreography. 

The head of the school, Sharon Ott, discussed the importance of live performance, stating, "Our 2025–26 season celebrates the power of live performance across a wide spectrum." This season has something for everyone, from the haunting beauty of "Frankenstein" to the lively energy of student dancing and award-winning new plays.

The Circadian Project will be at Studio 208 from September 25th to 27th to start the season. Next up is Naomi Lizuka's Anon(ymous), which will run at Quintero Theatre from October 3– to 1. Frankenstein by Nick Dear, a scary take on Mary Shelley's famous book, will run at Wortham Theatre from October 31 to November 9. It is one of the best shows of the season.

The world premiere of Breaking the Bands will also take place at Quintero Theatre from November 20th to 23rd, and the yearly Emerging Choreographers showcase will take place at Wortham Theatre on December 5th and 6th. Repair Comedy by Amy Freed will run from February 27 to March 7. From March 6 to 8, the Creative Exchange: UH Dance Faculty and Guest Artist Concert will take place.

The beloved musical The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee will end the season on April 10–19 at Wortham Theatre. The 10-Minute Play Festival will then take place at Quintero Theatre from May 3 to 7.

Tickets for all performances are now available. For more details about the School of Theatre & Dance and ticketing, visit www.uh.edu/kgmca/sotd/home.php.

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