Theater for the People.
Wonderland. Oz. Places from our childhoods and imaginations where there is always a story to be told.
Season 4 of Queen’s Castle picks up our story right where season one left off – the Tin Man has been murdered by the Jabberwocky and our heroes must rush to identify their foe – the worlds of Wonderland and OZ have been forced together and now it falls to our heroes to discover how to survive and thrive in the land of WonderOz!
The Overtime Cabaret is a bi-monthly show featuring an amalgamation of music, dance, comedy, poetry, and whatever else we can think of! Since 2012, talented performers from all over the area entertain you once a month with amazing, inspiring, and fun acts. We even have our very own Cabaret Band!
Also…”Cabaret Presents” is a special show at various times during the year with a specific theme: Dancing, Broadway, Magic, Comedy, Poetry and more! 
Only $5 and available at the door
June 24, August 18, October 20 and November 22 (Cabaret Presents)
Aria Creative Productions in association with The Overtime Theater, present “The Last Waltz”, a play about those who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease and the loved ones who care for them.
The play by Bernard J. Taylor tells of a doctor who commissions a composer to create a piece of music as an anniversary present for his wife, who is suffering from early onset Alzheimer’s. Music is one of the few things that seem to give her peace and joy. In the beginning we see the doctor committing some highly questionable acts on his wife but his motivation becomes clearer in his discussions with the composer. After his wife dies, the doctor has a life changing experience.
Four leading San Antonio actors have been cast in the roles: Greg Hinojosa, Artistic Consultant for the Magik Theatre who recently won an ATAC award for his performance in Born Yesterday at The Classic Theatre, will be adding almost 20 years to his real age to play the Doctor; Whitney Marlett, who delighted audiences with her recent performance in Jackson Square at the Overtime, plays his afflicted wife; Kathy Feinstein, ATAC Award Winner for Blythe Spirit, plays the loyal Nurse; and Torence B. White, local favorite of Queen’s Castle at Overtime Theater, plays the Composer.
Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions. It is irreversible and slowly destroys thinking skills and eventually the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. In most people with Alzheimer’s, symptoms first appear in their mid-60s. Estimates vary, but experts suggest that more than 5 million Americans may have the disease.
A talkback with the cast will be held after the show on Sunday, Jan 15. A representative from The Alzheimer’s Association of San Antonio (alz.org/sanantonio) will be available to answer audience questions and provide helpful resources. A silent auction benefiting the Alzheimer’s research will be held on opening night, Jan 13, and will feature paintings from the Playwright and other artists. The theater will also accept donations for the organization. The production is dedicated to Ron Casola, Director of The Live Oak Singers.
Performances: January 13-22
Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m.
The Overtime Theater, 1203 Camden, San Antonio, TX 78215
$15 (General), $10 (Senior/Student/Military) and $8 (groups of 10 or more)
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Missed Opportunity is an all female improv troupe. You won’t want to miss these hilarious ladies! Tickets are available at the door and are only $5.00! Come out and laugh!
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Merry Gentlemen is a full-length play heavily inspired by Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. In it Ben Dickens’ and his son Tim’s paths mystically cross those of various characters who lead Ben and Tim out of their bleak and sometimes ridiculous lives, and into the Spirit of Christmas with many laughs along the way.
The play is written by Sheila Rinear, a San Antonio-based, award-winning playwright and screenwriter. Her work has been commissioned, developed and produced throughout the United States but especially in Texas where The Playhouse San Antonio, The Classic Theatre, and The Overtime Theatre are her artistic homes. Commissioned six times in the past 8 years by the City of San Antonio to produce performance pieces for Luminaria, Rinear also teaches Playwriting and Screenwriting at NESA (San Antonio Arts Magnet High School) and serves The Dramatists Guild as Regional Rep for Austin-San Antonio.
Performance dates: November 25, 26 and December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 22, 23 at 8:00 pm; December 11 at 3:00 pm; December 18 at 7:00 pm
Rift Riders
Written and Directed by Michael Burger
Jonah Foster is having the worst day of his life when he has the misfortune of being abducted by aliens. What could be worse? The aliens that abducted him are nowhere to be found. Now Jonah, along with his fellow abductees, need to figure out how to gain control of the ship and get themselves home. (This show is 50 minutes and is appropriate for age 13 and up.)
Performance Schedule: TBA
The Secret Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Written and Directed by Alex H. Coy IV and Andrew Moritz
The Secret Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is an episodic series in which we follow the unpublished accounts of amateur detective extraordinaire Sir Sherlock Holmes in an homage to the Victorian mystery and gothic horror genres.
Performance Schedules: Fri and Sat at 8:30 pm
Written and Directed by Alex H. Coy
A malevolent spirit haunts the Paris Opera House! This looks like a job for the sleuth supreme and his trusty sidekick, Sherlock Holmes and Mary Watson are at it again in the fifth installment of The Secret Adventures of Sherlock Holmes as they uncover the mystery of the phantom of the opera! Can they put an end to this ghostly apparition before the fat lady sings, or will this sinister spectre be their undoing? You’ll have to watch to find out! Don’t miss this thrilling tale! Episode 6 will run Dec 30 – Jan 8
Ages 17+ due to mature themes
Crew:
Lighting Design by Darin Feagins
Sound Design by Alex Coy
Set by Cameron Beasly, Chris Champlin, and Alex Coy
Fight Choreography by Nate Bizzell
Cast (in order of appearance):
Catie Carlisle as Irene Adler
Andrew Moritz as Gaston Leroux
Stephen Poer as Sherlock Holmes
Molly Walter as Mary Watson
Karim Dahab as Dorian Gray
Gina Hughes as Svetlana
Ryan Quijano as Firmin
Brennan Loy as Andre
Alex Coy as Inspector Ledoux/Nikola Tesla
Chris Byrnes as Joseph Leroux
Venny Mortimer as Arsene Lupin
Rob Barron as Vicomte Raul di Chagny
Susy Acosta as Trillby O’Ferral
Chris Champlin as The Opera Phantasm
Chrissy Q McCain as Countess Cagliostro
Barry Goettl as Professor Moriarty
Nate Bizzell as Dodger
Showing two weekends:
Fridays and Saturdays Dec 9, 10, 16, 17 at 8 p.m.
Sunday Dec 11 at 7 p.m.
Jackson Square by Mark Leonard (October 28 – November 19)Imagine you were married to Ernest Hemingway, raised by William Faulkner, or dated Dylan Thomas. Mark Leonard’s wild and dark comedy, Jackson Square, examines the relationships of three women and the fictional, deceased, alcoholic literary lion whose roaring life has left them with the collateral damage of sexual abuse and extreme familial dysfunction. Based on “a couple of true stories,” Jackson Square has an undeniable wit and charm that will ultimately leave you hopeful for us all. Adult language and themes.
Cast: Whitney Marlett, Ila Handy, Aurora Chase
Performance dates: October 28, 29 and November 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19 at 8:00 pm; November 6 at 3:00 pm