El Paso Playhouse

We’re proud to present a special event by The El Paso Art of Storytelling on Jan. 27 at 6:30 pm. Step into a mesmerizing evening at the El Paso Playhouse, where the enchanting realms of words and paint unite in a unique celebration of artistic expression. The El Paso art of storytelling is a captivating event that intertwines the art of storytelling with the dynamic strokes of live painting. Witness the magic as each tale, brimming with wisdom and profound insights, is mirrored by the evolving canvas of a skilled artist, offering two distinct yet harmoniously intertwined interpretations of the same story. This extraordinary event invites audiences to explore the depths of narrative and art like never before. Tickets at theelpasoplayhouse.com.

Sense and Sensibility opens February 16! Get your tickets now!
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We’re proud to present a special event by The El Paso Art of Storytelling! Step into a mesmerizing evening at the El Paso Playhouse, where the enchanting realms of words and paint unite in a unique celebration of artistic expression. The El Paso art of storytelling is a captivating event that intertwines the art of storytelling with the dynamic strokes of live painting. Witness the magic as each tale, brimming with wisdom and profound insights, is mirrored by the evolving canvas of a skilled artist, offering two distinct yet harmoniously intertwined interpretations of the same story. This extraordinary event invites audiences to explore the depths of narrative and art like never before. Tickets at theelpasoplayhouse.com.

A playful new adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel follows the fortunes (and misfortunes) of the Dashwood sisters – sensible Elinor and hypersensitive Marianne – after their father’s sudden death leaves them financially destitute and socially vulnerable. Set in gossipy late 18th-century England, the play is full of humor, emotional depth, and bold theatricality. It examines our reactions, both reasonable and ridiculous, to societal pressures. When reputation is everything, how do you follow your heart?

The Lady in Red is back...and so is the Bat, close behind her.

Auditions for KNC's production of "The Bat and the Lady in Red: Junior Edition" will be held thiscoming January 7th and 8th, at 6 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church of El Paso. This show is a revamp of our 2022 production, "The Bat and the Lady in Red": a superhero parody play, inspired by Batman and Carmen Sandiego. This kid-friendly farce is written by John Robledo, and will be directed by Jesse Snyder - an alumni of El Paso's Shakespeare on the Rocks company.

There is no fee needed to audition. Cold reads will be provided for anyone who wants to join in. All ages are welcome: children, teens, and adults alike. As long as you can read and take direction, you can attend! The roles that need to be filled out are as follows...

1. Batman/Bruce Wayne (M)
2. Carmen Sandiego (F)
3. Batgirl (F)
4. Joker (M)
5. Penguin (M)
6. Riddler (GN)
7. Catwoman (F)
8. Alfred Pennyworth (M)
9. Commissioner Gordon (M)
10. Vicki Vale (F)
11. Buggs Zapper (M)
12. Patty Larceny (F)
13. Cleaner #1 (GN)
14. Cleaner #2 (GN)
15. Professor Sara Bellum (F)
16. VILE-Bot #1/Police Officer #1/The Egyptian (GN)
17. VILE-Bot #2/Police Officer #2/The German (GN)
18. VILE-Bot #3/Museum Guard/The Swiss (GN)
19. VILE-Bot #4/Toy Fair Official/The Old Mayor (GN)

The location is 1340 Murchison Dr. If you cannot attend physically, but are still interested in taking part, you may submit a video audition in the form of a short monologue. You may contact us via (915) 274-8797 or here on Facebook for more information.
It's a big show, so we hope to see lots of fun faces thiscoming Sunday and Monday! 🙂

Looking for something fun and festive to do? Come see The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular, tonight at 8 and tomorrow at 2!

Meet the cast of The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular!
Leslie Horvath (Lucille) is a native El Pasoan who grew up with parents who were very active in theater. This is her 18th performance at the Playhouse. Most recently she has played Annie in The Play That Goes Wrong, Grace in Bus Stop, and Charlotte in Moon Over Buffalo.

Meet the cast of The Charitable Sidterhood Christmas Spectacular!
Liliana Esparza (Beatrice) is in her fifth appearance at the Playhouse. She has appeared in Musical Comedy Murders of 1940, Night of the Living Dead, La Gringa, and Roosters. She has also performed in El Paso Stories for Las Artistas, and the short film A River Runs On Cliff Street.

Meet the cast of The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular!
Yvette Jones (Tina) is in her fourth appearance at the Playhouse and is excited to be working with Tracy again. Last season she appeared in Becky’s New Car and My Three Angels. It’s been a year since she stepped foot on our well-worn stage and she has truly missed it!

Meet the director of The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular!
Tracy Levin has been a fixture on El Paso stages for many years. At the Playhouse, he’s appeared in Becky’s New Car, Moon Over Buffalo, The Curious Savage, Rumors, and Murder on the Orient Express. Last season, he directed My Three Angels. He wishes everyone Happy Hanukkah and Merry Christmas!

Meet the assistant director of The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular!
Derek Niegemann is a retired educator and has been active with stage, television, and film in the US and Europe since the 1960s. He is elated to work with Tracy Levin again. Last Christmas they directed My Three Angels at the Playhouse.

Meet the cast of The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular!
Eve Williams (Lorraine) is an El Paso native and full-time registered nurse who discovered theater in high school. She spent many years cultivating a love of theater and music in her children with Kids N Co and was a very active stage mom. She landed a featured role in the UTEP Dinner Theatre production of Fiddler on the Roof in 2016, and has spent 8 seasons with The Gilbert and Sullivan Company of El Paso.

Meet the cast of The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular!
Rachel Mullins (Janet) is a drama teacher at Eastwood High School and a founding member of Star on the Mountain Theatrical Productions. She began her career in Minnesota working with community theaters, professional companies, children’s theaters and touring shows. She has been involved locally with the UTEP Union Dinner Theatre, Shakespeare on the Rocks, Kids N Co and the Playhouse.

Meet the cast of The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular!
Desiree Long (Thing 1) has been involved with the Playhouse for a long time. She keeps showing up like a bad penny, or a good one, because she loves the Playhouse and thinks of it as her second home.

Meet the cast of The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular!
Frieda Voeks (Thing 2) would like to thank Tracy for letting her work on this show as a backstage helper, which is something new since she’s usually onstage or directing. Most recently she directed The Play That Goes Wrong at the Playhouse.

The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular
Performances - Dec. 1-17

Christmas, 1977 is only three weeks away, and the ladies of the Charitable Sisterhood are preparing for Second Trinity Church’s annual Christmas Spectacular…but they’re having trouble staying focused on their preparations because there’s a criminal on the loose—someone has stolen the baby Jesus figure from his place in the nativity scene! Sisterhood leader Bea Littleton is certain that the culprit is her longtime rival, but the truth can’t be revealed until the end of the Spectacular. As a result, we watch from both onstage and backstage as the sisterhood performs sacred songs and satirical skits (after all, where else does Santa meet the Wise Men at the manger?). The fun doesn’t let up until the hilarious revelation at the show’s climax, which leaves the audience and the sisterhood filled with the very best spirit of the season!