Apr 2026: Not as big a crowd as my Feb 2026 review but a still worthy contender for best type of…read moremusical production in DFW area; The Producers. Again in Courtyard Theatre in Plano. No need to spend lots of money and time to travel to NYC or even Ft Worth or Dallas to see local talent doing a very good job. I was entertained. The production values are great; lighting makeup and especially costumes. With a minimum of props furniture you easily imagine self and characters in the scene be it Max's apartment or jail cell. And don't forget the script writers pigeon loft. All done again on the Courtyard Theatre stage in Plano. See photo of 2026-2027 productions planned. Brief encounter with director who said they didn't have enough time but got the rehearsals done just 5 weeks before first show. Feb 2026: 320+ people had the right idea to save money and see a Broadway worthy production of Hunchback of Notre Dame at Courtyard Theatre Plano TX. I counted 30 on stage and am sure many behind scenes and choir up in balcony helped as well. Great production with minimum props and set. Do it all with costumes, great vocals and your imagination. Time and money well spent to watch local thespian display their talent.

I took a gamble on a small, local theater that was performing the musical stage production of the…read morepopular Mel Brooks film Young Frankenstein. My husband and I love and often quote the cult classic film, so I optimistically bought tickets through RCT website for the last weekend the stage production was playing. The theater is tucked into a rarely visited strip mall. There was lots of parking. The entrance lobby was quite plain, but spacious. At the end of the hall, we picked up our tickets at will call. Around the corner was a small concession stand selling cute, small buckets of old, stale popcorn, cookies, soda as well as beer and wine. The theater area has old cinema seats on a raked platform. You could clearly see the stage since the seats were well staggered so you weren't looking at the back of someone's head. Unfortunately , the seats never seem wide enough, and you always find yourself fighting for the shared armrest. At least the bottom cushion was supportive and comfortable. I could have easily sat there through both acts and the intermission. The cast was phenomenal! They sang beautifully, danced with decent precision, strutted around in some amazing costumes while taking us on a near perfect rendition of the actual movie. Lighting and background sets were somewhat limited, but what they had worked great and didn't detract from the show. The comedy was there and they even threw in a few extra jabs at local politicians to the delight of the audience. It appears they focus on some classic theater productions throughout the year. Shows that are known and loved by everyone (White Christmas, Annie, Mamma Mia, etc.). It seems like a winning formula that is working for them. I wouldn't hesitate to come back for another date night.

Loads of fun, both the plays and coming out for it on opening night. They do the cast party on…read moreopening Friday with food and refreshments and of course conversation with the cast and production crew. If you like community theatre this one has different everything for each play and hasn't disappointing yet. A real bargain for season tickets and you get to see them all.

Great little theater especially for comedies. Just saw Four Weddings and an Elvis, which was…read morehysterically funny. Always a good time.

Normally we love our multi year subscription, but Just saw Aladdin dual language edition and it was…read morevery confusing.

I've both acted in musicals and seen musicals here, and this place really knows how to put on a…read moreshow! The people are so nice and welcoming, and the shows are so much fun to watch, or be in!

Buy yourself the squatty lawn chair. Laugh and cry and enjoy. Shakespeare is fun.,.,..............read more

As usual, a wonderful production by Shakespeare In The Park, Dallas. My only complaint is that they…read moredecided to place the story in Mexico, and therefore, had changed some of the lines into Spanish. An interesting concept, but I don't know why anyone would think they needed to change Shakespeare's writing!!! The Taming of the Shrew has been performed for over 400 years, so it didn't need any rewriting! The cast was excellent, and thankfully, they left alone some of the famous scenes like, the first meeting of Patrucheo and Katherine; and the famous "sun and moon" scene. Definitely a show worth seeing and a lot of fun for the whole family!

Came here on Valentines day to see the play "Slave Letters: The Lives of Slaves in Their Own Words"…read more If you haven't checked out this performance, you ought to check it out! The performance by the cast is worthy of a Tony award! This review is more about the Stone Cottage Theater which is part of the Addison Conference and Theater Center. It is a small building that is one of Addison's historic structures that has been renovated and I believe can hold up-to 55 people. The check-in lady was really friendly and offered us free chocolate and roses for valentines. You can also buy snacks and drinks at the check-in desk before the show or during intermission. The Good: ------------- Very intimate setting, small crowd, lighting effects are great for a small theater production. There is a parking lot close by if you get early. You can also park by the street nearby if the main parking lot is full. Can do Better: ------------------- The plastic cushion-less seats are a back breaker for those long theatrical performances. My butt and back were hurting after being seated for almost 2 hours watching the above reference play. They may need to get cushioned seats! Also, the signage pointing to this small cottage may need to be a little bigger. Wife and I were not sure where the Stone Cottage building was since there are two theaters in the same location. There is small sign by a rock, but this can be overlooked.

This is my favorite theater in the Dallas area! It is located near the Water Tower Theater, but it…read moreliterally is a stone cottage! I really like the intimate setting where you can almost touch the performers! Drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) are available for whatever price you are willing to donate. Tonight we saw A Bur-Less-Q Nutcracker. It was hilarious! The jokes are always funny and a bit racy. Unfortunately, I was not able to get a pickle-on-a-stick (they ran out before they got to me). This spot is definitely worth coming to over and over!

I always enjoy these productions for the quality acting and delivery. The best part is how various…read morethe shows are. The lobby of Kalita Humphries makes for good social interaction and the posters of all their plays there will take you down memory lane. I think the baseball story Take Me Out was the most fun. Especially if you were sitting in the wing seats. ;-)

Always unique, high-caliber theater with interesting storylines, talented actors, excellent…read moremusicians, theater professionals, and crews. UP is known for supporting LGBTQ performers with well-written, intense characterizations portrayed by gifted local actors. Shari S.

We have really enjoyed the Pegasus Theatre "Harry Hunsacker" black and white mystery series for a…read morenumber of years, but after this year, I think we're through. The script was muddled and ridiculous. Whole sets of characters were added that only detracted from the story. We looked at each other and debated wether to even stay for the 2nd act. No NOT recommend.

We have been to 3 or 4 shows now in black & white theatre and my wife and I are definitely fans. It…read moreis a nice change of pace from the usual date night and the shows are fun and interesting. We are always amazed at the costumes and makeup and the hospitality of the actors. They come out to visit with the audience after the show and it is neat to see them in their get ups in the lobby with Norma lighting and the contrast with colors of the outside world. I definitely recommend this for a different evening out on a date or with friends, especially if you are a fan of film noir.

Love The Core Theatre. I've seen many shows over the past three years and the quality of the…read moreproductions are remarkable. From well known performances to original productions, the Core Theatre does not disappoint.

I saw one of the 1st season plays and just came back for The Glass Menagerie as second production…read moreof 2025 Season and enjoyed it immensely. By mid play I was really appreciating the character development and had started to really identify with several of the characters and in new ways. It's an old Tennessee Williams work that was remarkable upbeat with humor and sincerity and authentic in the character's struggles and it felt quite different of experience than what I've seen of the story in the past. Lots of warmth in scenes, humor, and inspiration, not the unilaterally depressing theme I remember from past productions. The actors and direction work will bring a warm smile to the Williams' heart. Thank you for the better spin on an old story. I'm going to check my schedule and see if a season ticket is in order with my travel plans because I'd like to see the rest of the seasons performances. They need to show for more than two weeks because these are class acts not to be missed.