Get ready for a bold new 2026 season of unforgettable storytelling, captivating performances, and the magic of live theater. The 2026 Standing Ovation Theater Season brings you a dynamic lineup of classic revivals, groundbreaking new works, and powerful voices that will move, challenge, and inspire.
Whether you're a lifelong theater lover or discovering the stage for the first time, this season promises moments that will stay with you long after the curtain closes.
Directed by Mary Ann Janecka.
This classic comedy opens in the messy apartment of divorced Oscar Madison, whose disorganized life contrasts sharply with his newly separated, neat-freak friend Felix Ungar. When they become roommates, their wildly different personalities collide, leading to a series of hilarious and unforgettable moments as The Odd Couple unfolds.
Written and directed by Matt Carlin.
In this heartwarming comedy, rookie angels Nick and Jenna return to Earth to help a nervous groom, Dave, get to the altar. With invisible helpers, a heavenly cabbie, a meddling ex-wife, and a frazzled minister, chaos—and laughter—ensue. A funny, touching tale with a poignant ending that’s sure to leave you smiling.
Directed by Kymberly Snell.
We hate Shakespeare—at least that’s how it starts! But the audience quickly gets swept up in a wild, laugh-out-loud ride through the Bard’s greatest hits. Packed with zombies, talking cows, and even a surprise cameo by Jerry Springer, I Hate Shakespeare! is a fast-paced, uproarious take on the classics with a modern (and slightly absurd) twist. And yes—someone gets a pie in the face.
World Premier Performance! Written and directed by Barry A. Chambers!
Hollywood, Halloween night, 1954. A glamorous, eccentric group of actors gathers for a séance to contact a writer killed in a car crash. But as secrets surface, it’s clear his death wasn’t an accident—it was murder. Mystery, suspense, and Old Hollywood glamour collide in this thrilling new play with a ghostly twist.
Directed by Matthew C. Logan.
Inspired by the real-life Newsboys Strike of 1899, Newsies follows Jack Kelly, a fearless newsboy, who rallies his fellow “newsies” to strike against unfair treatment by powerful publishers. Featuring a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman, this high-energy musical delivers thrilling dance, unforgettable songs, and an inspiring story of courage and justice for all ages.
Directed by Tom George.
Winner of the 1945 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Harvey is a charming comedy about Elwood P. Dowd, a gentle man whose best friend is a six-foot-tall invisible rabbit. When his sister tries to have him committed, a hilarious mix-up lands her in the sanitarium instead. As the truth unravels, it becomes clear that Elwood’s odd companion might be more than just imaginary—and not such a bad influence after all.
Directed by Jeff Merriman.
Sherlock Holmes is presumed dead—lost in his final battle with Professor Moriarty at Reichenbach Falls. But with no body recovered, impostors have emerged, each claiming to be the legendary detective. When Dr. Watson learns that three such men have been committed to a secluded asylum in Scotland, he sets out to uncover the truth. Could one of them truly be the real Sherlock Holmes?
Directed by Danny Seibert.
When Kris Kringle, a kind-hearted elderly man, lands a job as Santa at Macy's, he spreads unexpected goodwill by sending customers to other stores for the perfect gifts. But his unconventional ways raise suspicion, landing him in a courtroom to prove he's not only sane—but the real Santa Claus. At the heart of the case is one little girl's belief, and in the end, faith and magic win the day.
Standing Ovation Theatre
17380 El Camino Real, Houston,TX. 77058
Theater: 281-654-6063, Box Office: 832-736-4335