THEATRE + COMEDY

Dionysus Opens 2011 with Laughter and Songs. Promising to usher in the New Year’s resolution of “laugh more, love more”, Dionysus Theatre will open January with Christopher Durang’s The Actors Nightmare in Act 1 and We Are People Too, in Act 2.

The Actors Nightmare in Act 1 - An innocent audience member (George Spelvin) wanders on stage only to find himself involved with 3 shows, without knowing the lines or the plays he got himself involved with. But, in the end, he realizes that “all the world’s a stage”.

“This is really a metaphor for all of us.” Says Artistic Director, Deborah Nowinski, “every day we wake up to new opportunities, or challenges. It’s all how we play the part in life.”

Act 2, Dionysus features the singing soulful sounds of We Are People Too. This choir is composed of those who may be visually or legally blind. Dionysus promises it will inspire and empower all in this new year. “We are so honored to showcase those with talent in Houston. Many don’t get the chance to connect creatively, that is why Dionysus is here.”

Showdates are January 15th – 30th. Thursdays and Saturdays are at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays are at 3 p.m. All shows are captioned. Dionysus will offer two description shows for our supporters who are legally or visually impaired. Sunday January 16th and 23rd are designated description Sundays. Reservation is a must for those who will utilize this service.

Dionysus Theatre is located inside the Joe Frank Theater where they rent from the Jewish Community Center. The address is 5601 S. Braeswood Houston, Texas 77096. To purchase tickets please call 713-728-0041 or at our website: www.dionysustheatre.org.  Tickets are $15/$10 for groups of 10 or more, students and senior citizens, 65 years and older.

Begin your year inclusively with the theater that truly changes lives.

Pictured:  (Seated) Michael Anthony Iovine (George Spelvin) and Michael Francis Iovine (Actor) Perform in Christopher Durang’s dark comedy “The Actors Nightmare” for Dionysus Theatre.