Theatre Under the Stars

WHO WE ARE:

The Leading Ladies are a dynamic group of vibrant women with a shared passion for musical theatre and commitment to Theater Under The Stars’ education and community engagement efforts through volunteering, fundraising, and exclusive TUTS events.

WHy WE ARE:

We believe in the transformational power of theatre and the arts. This is the legacy we are growing and the gift we want to give to future generations of theatre audiences, theatre professionals, and theatre enthusiasts.

Join TODAY!

1-YEAR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP = $240

($20/MONTH) FMV=$50

2-YEAR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP = $360

($15/MONTH) FMV=$100

BENEFITS:

Your Leading Ladies membership will give you the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and fill your calendar with everything from volunteer opportunities to special by-invitation-only events!

  • Invitation to exclusive social events and performances
  • Meet, greet & mingle at all-cast Meet & Greets
  • Invitation to the 24/25 Season Preview announcement event
  • Special discounts on TUTS merchandise
  • Subscription to the quarterly donor publication, The Observatory
  • *New this year! “Ladies Choice”
    Get to know the show with 2 tickets to any behind-the-scenes programs listed below:

Spotlight Series Talkback

Learn what it takes to build a complete TUTS production from the ground up – specifically through the lens of the cast, creative team, and experts in our field. Take part in professional conversations with members of the TUTS cast and creative teams and enjoy the opportunity to get a sneak peek behind the curtain. 

Oct. 25, 2023: Sweeney Todd

Dec. 13, 2023: Cinderella

Feb. 7, 2024: On Your Feet

Apr. 24, 2024: The Cher Show

May 29, 2024: Newsies

Tech Talks

You are invited to witness an empty stage become the setting of the next big production. During a Tech Talk you will hear from experts in technical theatre explain how they transform spaces and people into instruments of art. Whether it is how costumes are made or how lighting and scenery are set, you’ll get an insider view of how a production is crafted.

Oct. 15, 2023: Sweeney Todd

Dec. 3, 2023: Cinderella

More Than Song and Dance with Paul Hope

Guided by your host, Paul Hope, you will be entertained and informed about the histories of the shows you will soon see on the stage of Sarofim Hall. Hope has appeared in more than 40 TUTS productions—his years in the Houston theatre community will pepper the history of musical theatre with personal anecdotes and sidebars you won’t want to miss. More than Song and Dance promises to be the most fun you have ever had at a history lecture. 

Oct. 14, 2023: Sweeney Todd

Dec. 2, 2023: Cinderella & The Ugly XMAS Sweater

May 19, 2023: Newsies

HSMT Masterclass Series

Taught by industry experts, masterclasses are for both professional and amateur actors, directors, and choreographers. Sit in on a class as HSMT students learn from Houston’s top theatre professionals in the disciplines of voice, stage, dance, costuming, and apprentices. 

Oct. 20, 2023: Sweeney Todd – Stage Manager

Dec. 15, 2023: Cinderella – Partner Dancing

Feb. 9, 2024: On Your Feet – TBD

Apr. 26, 2024: The Cher Show – Costuming

May 31, 2024: Teen Apprentices

To reserve your “Ladies Choice” tickets, including time and location information, email leadingladies@tuts.com

*All times and dates are subject to change.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

All-Cast Meet & Greet

Dish up some Houston hospitality and volunteer to feed the cast and crew of our locally produced TUTS shows

Office Assistance

Help TUTS staff with mailings, organization, clean-out, etc

HMNS Christmas Tree Decorating

Decorate the TUTS Christmas tree with hand-made ornaments crafted by students from The River

Tommy Tune Awards Hospitality

Help coordinate green room food and logistics

Stargazers Salon

Decorate the Stargazers Salon before the opening of each TUTS production

Event Planning Committee

Help coordinate and execute various events throughout the year

Auction Committee for Lights Up and Leading Ladies Luncheon

Help solicit auction items for the annual Gala and Luncheon

For more information about Leading Ladies contact Jennifer Block at jennifer.block@tuts.com.

For more information, please contact Emily Manck White, Manager of Donor Engagement, at emily.white@tuts.com or (713) 558-2659.