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Sherlock Holmes is dead. The world knows the great detective went over the falls at Reichenbach with his nemesis Professor Moriarty. But as Holmes’ body was never retrieved, a number of frauds have come forward since to lay claim to his identity, and it falls to Dr. Watson to disprove them. Then a telegram arrives informing Watson that three men, each claiming to be Holmes, have been committed to
NOMINATE YOUR FAVORITES
Nominations are now open for the 2026 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards!
Help us celebrate the productions, performers, directors, designers, ensembles, and theatre artists who made this season so memorable.
If you enjoyed a show, cheered on a favorite performer, or admired the work happening onstage and behind the scenes, now is your chance to recognize it. Every nomination helps shine a spotlight on local theatre and the artists who bring it to life.
Submit your nominations by October 31 and help show some love for Houston-area theatre!
Special Event
It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
This December, Standing Ovation Theatre invites you to return to Bedford Falls for a special presentation of It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play, directed by Donna Bane.
Experience the beloved story of George Bailey, Mary Hatch, Clarence the guardian angel, and the friends who remind George that no one is a failure who has friends. Presented in the style of a classic radio broadcast, the production will feature actors bringing the story to life while sound effects are created live onstage.
Auditions will be held November 1 and 2, 2026.
Character breakdowns and additional audition information here.
Performances will take place December 18, 19, and 20, 2026.
Please note that this is a special non-season fundraiser production. Season tickets and season ticket benefits cannot be used for admission to this show. Every ticket purchased helps support Standing Ovation Theatre and our continued mission to bring live theater to the community. Join us for an evening filled with warmth, nostalgia, live theater magic, and plenty of Christmas spirit.
Get your tickets today!
We hope to see you in Bedford Falls!
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Contact us for rates, deadlines, and availability:
info@standingovationtheatre.org
281-654-6063
Seat in the spotlight
Standing Ovation Theatre has saved a "Seat in the Spotlight" just for you! Click the link below to see how you can support our theater by purchasing a 1.75" x 4.5" engraved brass commemorative plaque to be installed on the back of one our theatre seats.
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the magic of robby bennett
Don't miss our Resident Magician, Robby Bennet performing regularly at Standing Ovation Theatre! If you need more information or have box office/ticket questions for Robby Bennet, visit his WEBSITE!
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