News Summary
The Dallas Theater Center will kick off its upcoming season with the classic British comedy ‘Noises Off’ by Michael Frayn, showcasing performances from key actors in a unique staging that highlights the chaos of theater. The production runs at the Kalita Humphreys Theater, featuring a talented cast and acclaimed direction. Tickets will be available online, with several additional productions planned throughout the season, marking a significant event for Dallas’s rich cultural scene.
News Summary
The Dallas Theater Center will kick off its upcoming season with the classic British comedy ‘Noises Off’ by Michael Frayn, showcasing performances from key actors in a unique staging that highlights the chaos of theater. The production runs at the Kalita Humphreys Theater, featuring a talented cast and acclaimed direction. Tickets will be available online, with several additional productions planned throughout the season, marking a significant event for Dallas’s rich cultural scene.
Dallas — The Dallas Theater Center (DTC) will open its 2025-26 season with the play “Noises Off” by Michael Frayn, running from October 3 to October 26, 2025 at the Kalita Humphreys Theater. Tickets for the show range in price from $30 to $95 and can be purchased online. Parking is free at the Kalita Humphreys Theater.
What the production offers
The production presents “Noises Off” as a classic British comedy and a play-within-a-play, featuring the fictional touring production “Nothing’s On.” The staging emphasizes the contrast between onstage performance and backstage disorder: the set design allows the audience to see both the performance and the backstage chaos simultaneously. The first and third acts are noted for their humor, while the second act is particularly acclaimed for its comedic miscommunication and physical comedy. The chaotic nature of “Nothing’s On” is exacerbated by backstage romances and onstage blunders among the cast. The opening night crowd included industry professionals who found comedy in the portrayed troubles.
Cast, direction and design team
Key actors in the cast include Esteban Vilchez and Tiffany Solano, along with several members of the DTC’s resident acting company: Christina Austin Lopez, Bob Hess, Liz Mikel, Alex Organ, Molly Searcy, and Cristian Torres. The direction is by Ashley H. White, with various production designs handled by Todd Rosenthal (Scenic), Aaron DeClerk (Costume), Jessica Drayton (Lighting), and Claudia Jenkins Martinez (Sound).
Season highlights
The DTC’s 2025-26 season includes several additional productions alongside “Noises Off”. The season features “Fat Ham”, “Where We Stand”, “Ragtime”, and a world premiere titled “Malcolm X and Redd Foxx Washing Dishes at Jimmy’s Chicken Shack in Harlem.” The season is dedicated to the memory of Bill Custard, a Life Trustee and former Board Chair of DTC.
Tickets, access and practical details
Tickets for the show range in price from $30 to $95 and can be purchased online. Parking is free at the Kalita Humphreys Theater. Performances run from October 3 to October 26, 2025, at the Kalita Humphreys Theater.
Organizational context
The Dallas Theater Center (DTC) was founded in 1959 and is a significant regional theater, recognized with the 2017 Regional Theatre Tony Award. Executive leadership for the company is listed as Executive Director Kevin Moriarty and Interim Artistic Director Jonathan Norton.
Background and significance
As a long-running regional institution, the DTC’s choice of “Noises Off” to open the season places emphasis on ensemble comedy and stagecraft. The production’s technical approach—making backstage activity visible to the audience—underscores the theatrical mechanics at the heart of a play-within-a-play. The combination of an experienced creative team, resident acting company members, and a season that includes contemporary work, musical theatre, and a world premiere reflects the theater’s programming range for 2025-26.
FAQ
When does Noises Off run?
October 3 to October 26, 2025.
Where is the production staged?
The production runs from October 3 to October 26, 2025, at the Kalita Humphreys Theater.
What is Noises Off about?
“Noises Off” is categorized as a classic British comedy and is a play-within-a-play, featuring the fictional touring production “Nothing’s On.” The chaotic nature of “Nothing’s On” is exacerbated by backstage romances and onstage blunders among the cast.
Who is in the cast and creative team?
Key actors in the cast include Esteban Vilchez and Tiffany Solano, along with several members of the DTC’s resident acting company: Christina Austin Lopez, Bob Hess, Liz Mikel, Alex Organ, Molly Searcy, and Cristian Torres. The direction is by Ashley H. White, with various production designs handled by Todd Rosenthal (Scenic), Aaron DeClerk (Costume), Jessica Drayton (Lighting), and Claudia Jenkins Martinez (Sound).
How much do tickets cost and how do I buy them?
Tickets for the show range in price from $30 to $95 and can be purchased online.
Is parking available?
Parking is free at the Kalita Humphreys Theater.
What else is on the 2025-26 season?
In addition to “Noises Off,” the 2025-26 season features other productions including “Fat Ham,” “Where We Stand,” “Ragtime,” and a world premiere titled “Malcolm X and Redd Foxx Washing Dishes at Jimmy’s Chicken Shack in Harlem.”
Who oversees the Dallas Theater Center?
Executive Director Kevin Moriarty and Interim Artistic Director Jonathan Norton oversee the theater.
What is notable about the Dallas Theater Center?
The DTC was founded in 1959 and is a significant regional theater, recognized with the 2017 Regional Theatre Tony Award. The 2025-26 season is dedicated to the memory of Bill Custard, a Life Trustee and former Board Chair of DTC.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Production | “Noises Off” by Michael Frayn |
| Run dates | October 3 to October 26, 2025 |
| Venue | Kalita Humphreys Theater |
| Ticket range | Tickets for the show range in price from $30 to $95 and can be purchased online. |
| Parking | Parking is free at the Kalita Humphreys Theater. |
| Key cast | Esteban Vilchez; Tiffany Solano; Christina Austin Lopez; Bob Hess; Liz Mikel; Alex Organ; Molly Searcy; Cristian Torres |
| Director & designers | Ashley H. White; Todd Rosenthal (Scenic); Aaron DeClerk (Costume); Jessica Drayton (Lighting); Claudia Jenkins Martinez (Sound) |
| Season highlights | “Fat Ham”; “Where We Stand”; “Ragtime”; “Malcolm X and Redd Foxx Washing Dishes at Jimmy’s Chicken Shack in Harlem” |
| Theater facts | The DTC was founded in 1959 and is a significant regional theater, recognized with the 2017 Regional Theatre Tony Award. |
| Leadership | Executive Director Kevin Moriarty; Interim Artistic Director Jonathan Norton |
| Season dedication | The 2025-26 season is dedicated to the memory of Bill Custard, a Life Trustee and former Board Chair of DTC. |
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