Zach Theatre Offers Preview of 2020-21 Season

ZACH Theatre, Central Texas’ premier professional theatre, announced eight of their productions to be part of the 2020–21 Season offerings including the Mainstage Series, Family Series, and holiday add-ons, some with the ZACH360 experience. ZACH360 is ZACH's new artistic initiative to create dynamic theatre experiences that are immersive, revelatory, and fun. Actors are in close proximity to the audience and audience members are engaged in the storytelling, as ZACH takes a fresh approach to familiar work.

The Mainstage Series includes: The Rocky Horror Show, the cult-classic returns to ZACH this time as part of ZACH360 with audience involvement and participation packs as part of the event; Noises Off brings the backstage onstage with shenanigans in this hilarious audience favorite; making its Regional Premiere, Hershey Felder: Beethoven the masterful play that has swept the nation celebrating the musical genius; and the all–ages classic musical Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella with the updated book most recently on Broadway; this summer offering is another ZACH360 show which includes audience involvement and unexpected surprises with a Cinderella for today.

 "It's an exciting year at ZACH mixing audience favorites like Noises Off and our re-imagining of the beloved family classic Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella with the ZACH360 experience; and I can't wait to share Hershey Felder's virtuosic and mesmerizing play Beethoven with the Live Music Capital,” said Producing Artistic Director Dave Steakley. “With the ignition of our Launch Table New Work Reading Series this year, the additional shows we will announce this Spring brings ZACH full circle in our mission to support and nurture artists and new work through thrilling collaborations.”

The ZACH Moody Foundation Family Series not only includes Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella, but also the Frank L. Baum classic that has spanned generations, The Wizard of Oz as a ZACH360 where the audience will experience an immersive Oz in John Kane’s adaptation for the Royal Shakespeare Company; and the newest take of the Dr. Seuss favorite from the National Theatre of Great Britain, Dr. Seuss’ s The Cat in the Hat.

Returning for the holidays: Dave Steakley’s modern hit musical and family-friendly adaptation of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens along with ZACH’s beloved holiday family sing-along, Holiday Heroes.

The full 2020-21 ZACH Season will be announced this Spring.

2020–21 SEASON PREVIEW

The Rocky Horror Show

September 30–November 1, 2020, ZACH360 in The Topfer

Innocent sweethearts Brad and Janet find themselves seeking shelter at a mysterious castle on a dark and stormy night, where they encounter transvestite mad scientist Dr. Frank “N” Furter, his "perfect" creation Rocky, and an assortment of other crazy creatures. ZACH’s spin on the cult-classic, complete with party-packs and audience participation, is a rollicking night out that will have you doing the “Time Warp (again)!”

The Wizard of Oz

September 12–November 29, 2020, ZACH360 in The Kleberg

Take an unforgettable journey down the Yellow Brick Road—and around ZACH Theatre—to the magical land of Oz, in this immersive and interactive musical experience. With favorites like “Over the Rainbow,” and all your beloved characters, it’s a must-see musical to share with the young people in your life this fall.

Noises Off

January 27–February 28, 2021, The Topfer

In this rip-roaring classic, audiences are treated to a behind-the-scenes peek at a troupe of mediocre actors as they blunder from a bad dress rehearsal to a spectacularly disastrous performance. The cast and crew are putting together a silly comedy titled, Nothing On—a single-set farce in which lovers frolic, doors slam, clothes are tossed away, and embarrassing hijinks ensue.

Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat

February 20–May 2, 2021, The Kleberg

Everyone's favorite cat comes to mischievous life in ZACH Theatre’s production of the Dr. Seuss classic. Sally and her brother are stuck home in the rain, when a Cat comes knocking at the windowpane! But the Cat has brought friends, Thing One and Thing Two, who make messes and problems and oh, what to do?! Mischief and mayhem and laughter galore, bring the kids—they’ll clamor for more!

Hersey Felder: Beethoven

June 9–July 3, 2021, The Topfer

Following sold-out performances across the country, the artistic force Hershey Felder brings Ludwig van Beethoven to life at ZACH Theatre. Featuring some of the composer's most famous works including the Moonlight Sonata, and selections from the 5th and 9th Symphonies, Hershey Felder: Beethoven is a mesmerizing journey through time that will bring you closer to the essence of a genius.

Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella

July 21–September 12, 2021, ZACH360 in the Topfer

ZACH’s re-imagining of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Tony Award®-winning musical will delight audiences with its surprisingly contemporary take on the classic tale. Your favorite, beloved songs and characters - and some new twists! - make Cinderella an enchanting night of theater, for anyone who’s ever had a dream.

HOLIDAY OFFERINGS:

A Christmas Carol

November 18–December 27, 2020, The Topfer

Austin’s hottest holiday tradition is BACK, with new songs and surprises. Your beloved Dickens’ characters groove to the top hits of the season in the classic musical tale with a twist. 

Holiday Heroes

December 12 and 15, 2020, The Topfer

Kids of all ages can’t get enough of this hilarious sing-along.  In this ZACH holiday tradition, Rufus and Ernie get caught up in their usual musical shenanigans and celebrate seasonal traditions from around the world. A joyous, toe-tapping good time, Holiday Heroes gives a glimpse of how other cultures share good tidings, including Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, and more.  With daytime performances, it’s the perfect way to make merry with the whole family.

Subscriptions

The six-show 2020–21 Mainstage Series, including The Rocky Horror Show, Noises Off, Hershey Felder: Beethoven, and Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella, plus two more shows to be announced, is currently on sale to renewing subscribers only. Six-show season subscriptions start at $253, ZACH Pass (ten vouchers) is $690, and Total Access (9 shows) is $491. Family Series, ACT ONE, and Design-Your-Own (4 shows of your choice) packages will be available later this Spring. Early bird renewal is April 17, and final renewal deadline for current Season Subscribers to renew their seats is May 29. Visit zachtheatre.org/renew to renew your subscription today. New subscriptions will go on sale in June. For more information, call 512-476-0541 x1 or go to zachtheatre.org.