We are very proud to introduce Derek Kolluri to the Austin theatre scene.  As our finalist for the New Directions program he will be directing DYING CITY by Christopher Shinn which opens January 19th at the Blue Theatre.  Derek holds an MFA in acting from the University of Arkansas and a Bachelor of Integrated Studies from Emporia State University and is currently developing his own theatre company Sustainable Theatre Project.  He also recently worked as Stage Manager for SICK for Capital T and appeared in Cambiare’s production of ORESTES.  …

Capital T Theatre won 5 Austin Theatre Examiner awards including Company of the Year.  KILLER JOE struck again collecting Best Production of a Comedy, while Melissa Recalde and Tayler Gill closed out the lead actress category of both comedy and drama.  Last and not least, Adam Hilton was also cited for his amazing sound design of THE BIRD and THE BEE, KILLER JOE, and SICK.  The nominations rolled in from Ryan Johnson at the Austin Theatre Examiner at the end of 2009.  In their first year to offer the awards …

Both the Austin American-Statesman and the Austin Chronicle recognized Capital T Theatre in their end of the year honors.
THE BIRD and THE BEE picked up another accolade last week being named one of the top 9 art happenings of 2009 by the Austin American Statesman while the Austin Chronicle placed KILLER JOE in the top 9 of 2009.
Under the heading “Original and authentic Austin-made theater” THE BIRD and THE BEE by Matt Hartley and Al Smith were honored alongside four other local theatre companies.
Directed by Kelli Bland and starring Chase …

Capital T is excited to announce two of Austin’s best actors will be fielding the three roles in Christopher Shinn’s Pulitzer nominated DYING CITY.

Liz Fisher – Kelly

Liz Fisher was last seen on stage as Varya in Breaking String’s production of THE CHERRY ORCHARD . Favorite roles include: Hyde Park Theatre’s BOMBS IN YOUR MOUTH (BIP nomination, Austin Critics’ Table nomination), FEATURING LORETTA (BIP nomination, Austin Critics’ Table nomination), HUMANS, and THE PILLOWMAN; MINUS TIDE (BIP nomination) for the Rude Mechs and Bayou Radio; Austin Playhouse’s DUG UP;Austin Shakespeare’s …

All three Cap T shows eligible took home an award at the 35th annual B Iden Payne Awards last night held at the Rollins Theatre in the Long Center.  We would like to congratulate these artists on their recognition and thank the B Iden Payne Committee as well as everyone who came out and supported our work last season.
I ♥ Walmart
Travis Dean – Outstanding Featured actor in a comedy
Killer Joe
Travis Dean – Outstanding Fight Choreography
Mark Pickell – Outstanding Director of a Comedy
Blackbird
Xochitl Romero – Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama

Tayler Gill – Sarah
This marks her second appearance for Capital T. Last spring she starred as Chloe in the THE BIRD and THE BEE (Austin Critics Table Award nomination best drama). Outside of Austin she has appeared in BY THE BOG OF CATS (Caroline Cassidy), THE ORESTEIA (Iphiginia), ONDINE (Ondine 1), and THE ANGELINA PROJECT (Amelia Corvello). Tayler is currently a senior at the University of Texas at Austin.

Joey LePage – Jim
Joey is excited to rejoin Cap T after he appeared onstage as a meth addict this summer in I …

The B Iden Payne Award Nomination were released this week and Capital T Theatre received a whopping 10 nominations for 3 different shows.  The 10 nominations mark the largest amount of nomination Capital T has received from the B Iden Payne Committee.  We would like to pass on our thanks to wonderful artists and crew that made these shows a success.
All members in good standing of the Austin Circle of Theatres will receive a ballot to vote on the awards which will be presented October 18th at the Rollins …

Capital T Theatre is proud to present a live Webcast of I ♥ Walmart. Check out the sold out final performance of I ♥ Walmart here August 29th at 8pm

The world premiere of I ♥ Walmart played to a full house with a party immediately following the show. Food was generously provided by Saba Blue Water Cafe.