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Haven Arts Theatre
Haven Arts Theatre is a 501(c)3 theatre company in the greater Houston area. We are committed to producing high quality theatre with local performing artists.
Art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth.
–Pablo Picasso
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Come and see Terry Pratchett’s hilarious discworld adventure “Guards! Guards!” adapted for the stage by Stephen Briggs.
Terry Pratchett’s infamous city of Ankh-Morpork is under threat from a 60-foot fire-breathing dragon, summoned by a secret society of malcontented tradesmen.
Defending Ank-Morpork against this threat is the entire, underpaid, undervalued City Night Watch – a drunken and world-weary Captain, a cowardly and overweight Sergeant, a small opportunistic Corporal of dubious parentage…and their newest recruit, Lance Constable Carrot, who is upright, literal, law-abiding and keen. Aiding them in their fight for truth, justice and the Ankh-Morporkian way are a small swamp dragon and the Librarian of Unseen University (who just happens to be an orang-utan).
Performances January, 30, 31, February 1, 5, 6, 7, 2026
25-26 Season
From Terry Pratchett to William Shakespeare, Haven Arts Theatre brings you a Season of Magic and Moonlight in 2025 and 2026.
Follow us on Social Media for Audition dates and showtimes!
Haven Arts Theatre’s favorite Emcee “Pip” and some friends take you on a journey through some of Shakespeare’s greatest death scenes. Though what should be a magical and relaxing evening of classical theatre, turns into something strange and mysterious. A who-dunnit night of comedy mixed with the Macabre.
Created by Matt Elliott and Kassidy Fajardo
Auditions September 6th and 7th at 5pm. Cold reads and Fight auditions.
Performances November 6, 7, 8, 9, 2025
Terry Pratchett’s infamous city of Ankh-Morpork is under threat from a 60-foot fire-breathing dragon, summoned by a secret society of malcontented tradesmen.
Defending Ank-Morpork against this threat is the entire, underpaid, undervalued City Night Watch – a drunken and world-weary Captain, a cowardly and overweight Sergeant, a small opportunistic Corporal of dubious parentage…and their newest recruit, Lance Constable Carrot, who is upright, literal, law-abiding and keen. Aiding them in their fight for truth, justice and the Ankh-Morporkian way are a small swamp dragon and the Librarian of Unseen University (who just happens to be an orang-utan).
Performances January, 30, 31, February 1, 5, 6, 7, 2026
‘It is an heretic that makes the fire, not she which burns in’t’ – William Shakespeare (Winter’s Tale)
Even in the darkest of winters, redemption may be found.
Unjustly accused of infidelity, Hermione is rejected by her jealous husband, brutally separated from her daughter and her young son dies. Years later, fate offers reconciliation in the most magical of circumstances.
An enigmatic story of love, loss and rebirth. Directed by Shawn Havranek.
Performances April 11, 12, 18, 19 at Mercer Botanical Gardens
Audition information HERE
Scream of the Siren has been postponed to a future date. We know you’re looking forward to our next Dreamshow, stay tuned for more information on this will be produced.
What is a “Dreamshow?” These shows use contemporary dance as the primary storytelling medium. The shows are story driven and the characters sing (often while dancing) and share spoken dialogue. They are visceral, surreal stories that reach for the human heart to communicate straight to the soul, in a way that only dance can.
Auditions
Auditions for William Shakespeare’s A Winter’s Tale, Directed by Shawn Havranek will be February 15th and 16th. Sign up here:
Auditions will be cold reads from the script – be prepared to take a bit of direction, with prepared monologues gleefully accepted but not mandatory. Please bring a resume if you have one, highlighting any Shakespeare experience.
Rehearsal calendars will be available at auditions.
Performances are April 11, 12, 18 & 19 at Mercer Botanical Gardens.
Pays a $100 stipend.
Contact shawn_havranek@yahoo.com with any questions.
See you there!
CHARACTERS
LEONTES, King of Sicilia – M 40s+
HERMIONE, Queen of Sicilia – present F 40s+
MAMILLIUS, their son/PERDITA, their daughter – present F Late teens, early 20s
POLIXENES, King of Bohemia – present M 40s
FLORIZELL, his son – present M Late teens, early 20s
CAMILLO, a courtier, friend to Leontes and then to Polixenes – no restrictions
ANTIGONUS, a Sicilian courtier/AUTOLYCUS, former servant to Florizell, now a rogue – age match with Paulina
PAULINA, his wife and lady-in-waiting to Hermione F – age match with Paulina
SHEPHERD, foster father to Perdita – No gender restrictions, 40+
SHEPHERD’S SON (Clown) – No gender restrictions, teens to 20s
Ensemble 1M (Lord/Servant/Courtier/Saytr/Mariner/Cleomenes)
Ensemble 2M (Lord/Servant/Courtier/Saytr/Jailer/Dion)
Ensemble 3F (Lady/Servant/Courtier/Saytr/Officer/Mopsa/Time)
Ensemble 4F (Lady/Servant/Courtier/Saytr/Dorcus/Emelia)
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DonateThe only way we can produce great theatre is by the generosity of people like you. Please consider making a contribution of any kind to enable us to continue producing exciting theatrical works with local Houston artists.
We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and your donation may be tax deductible.
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About Us
Haven Arts Theatre was founded in 2018 and performed first a Prohibition Theatre in Downtown Houston with their very first Dreamshow: “Come Alive.” Since then we have performed contemporary dance pieces at The Texas Renaissance Festival’s After Dark (After Dark Dancers), and a wide variety of Classical Theatre (Shakespeare and Moliere) and Original or lesser known works. We had the honor of presenting the World Premiere of “Break” by Elizabeth A. M. Keel, and an original Adaptation of The Picture of Dorian Gray by Amy K. Barnes at The Glade Arts Gallery. We’ve performed well known stories, such as Antigone by Jean Anouilh and Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie, as well as lesser known gems such as The Lady Demands Satisfaction by Arthur M. Jolly and Dickens Abridged by Adam Long. Each Spring, we perform a free, outdoor Shakespeare play – this year at Mercer Botanical Gardens.
Haven Arts Theatre is committed to inclusivity (Age, Gender, Race, Ethnicity and Abilities), and providing a safe space for all to create theatre and tell stories.
We would love to have you be a part of our storytelling. If you are interested in volunteering, performing, attending or donating, follow us on Social Media or contact us at info@havenartstheatre.com
Founding Artistic Director
Amy K Barnes toured internationally with Ballet Excelsior of Houston, performing in Australia, Russia, Poland, Bulgaria and Greece as well as cities in America including LA and New York.
After touring she attended SHSU where she studied musical theater. Since then she has pursued a career performing, directing, and choreographing around the Houston Area. She has choreographed for a wide variety of theaters and venues including (but not limited to) The Texas Renaissance Festival, TRF After Dark, and The Players Theatre Company. Recent directing credits include Break, Dance of the Fey, and As You Like It.
She is also a professional actress and dancer. She recently played Vixen in Tooth and Tail by Elizabeth A M Keel (Mildred’s Umbrella Theatre), Montjoy in Henry V (Shakespeare in the Shade) and Mary Ann Evans in Treasure Island by Toby Hulse (Company OnStage). Other memorable roles include Edith in The Diary of Anne Frank (Main Street Theater), Ghost in Don Giovanni (Houston Grand Opera), Daniel in The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised].
Founding Executive Director
Jared Alan Barnes is an actor, singer, dancer, director, and fighter. He majored in Musical Theatre at SHSU and has continued pursuing a career as a professional performing artist since then.
Recent credits include Sweeney Todd (Sweeney Todd) At artFACTORY, As you Like It (Orlando) with Haven Arts Theatre, and Pure Country (World Premiere) with Lyric Stage in Irving. He has played King Henry VIII, and Hercules at the Texas Renaissance Festival, and Patrick Star at Moody Gardens. Other roles include: El Gallo in The Fantasticks, Jesus in Godspell, and Guido in Nine.
He has also worked as a playwright and songwriter and has directed productions at various venues including LSC–Tomball and The Crighton Theatre. He worked for three years as the shop foreman at LSC–Tomball. He is also a fight choreographer and stunt performer and teaches Theatre at Covenant Christian School.
God gave us our gifts, it is up to us to use them. We intend to.
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