The History of Texas!
"Innovative...A LOT OF FUN!"
Says the San Antonio Express News
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The History of Texas
...in one darn easy lesson!
 
HELD OVER - by audience demand!  Join Award-winning actor Damian Gillen as he presents the world premiere of his newest comedy.  An historical, hysterical, hayride through 500 years of the lone star state in 5000 seconds!!!  NOW ON TOUR ACROSS TEXAS. This show returns to San Antonio in August!


See our appearance on GREAT DAY SA HERE

THE REVIEWS ARE IN...!
  • "Loved it. I teach history. Great job of being factual and adding humor! I'm a descendant of William B Travis. I was moved by your tribute to Travis."
  • "Very funny and hilariously entertaining. Keep up the good work."
  • "Touching JFK moment + top 10 things... Very enjoyable and entertaining. Y'all were great! Thanks!
  • "Fabulous! Should be seen by ALL Texans above the age of 7" 
  • "I lurnt sum gud stuf about Texas.  I em reddy tu gradyuate and go to A&M.  Thank yu!"
  • "Great, good, fun for kids too. 
  • "Frantic, Fun History Lesson!"
  • "We loved the show. It was great fun. We admit that we moved here from Ohio and love the hill country so much. Thank you!"
  • "Great - funny & accurate"
  • "Another excellent performance. The Big Spender Texas Tidbits were an excellent touch. There should be more. More crazy antics. Checked by teacher, completely accurate! Love it when you dress like women!!"
  • "Terriffic!"
  • "It was awesome! So funny. We are in the middle of chemo with my 11 yr. old and so needed a laugh. Thank you so much."
  • This is great!  Funny show!
  • "Now I know the name of Santa's wife.  I always thought it was Mrs. Claus.  Funny stuff!"
  • "Delightful."
  • "It was funny, entertaining, and had historical value!"
  • "Great show - very funny!"
  • "Fantastic, entertaining, and great acting. Plus I learned things.  Love it."
  • Very entertaining.  Food was very good!
  • "Good show!  Good concept!"
  • "This history lesson should be mandatory for all Yankees -- I am from CT and needed this info desperately -- Thank you!"
  • "Very funny.  Just hope it doesn't mess up my son and his Texas history test next week. :)"
  • "I own a business one mile away & never knew about this theatre!  What a find!"
  • "Great show! Good energy! Just enough history!"
  • "A lot of fun" says Deborah Martin of the San Antonio Express News! 

PRESS RELEASE:
(2010) SAN ANTONIO, TX – The Company Theatre,  San Antonio-based touring company, continues the Dinnerbox Series with the world premiere of their newest play.  The History of Texas is an hysterical, historical, hyperactive, hayride through 500 years of the lone star state  in 5000 seconds!    The History of Texas…in one darn easy lesson! will be performed as part of the Dinnerbox Series presenting live comedies in local restaurants.  

For more about the Dinnerbox Series watch our appearance on Great Day SA morning show by clicking: HERE

This production ran for three weeks of SOLD OUT houses!  From dinner theatre at Little Italy in San Antonio to the Stafford Opera House in Columbus TX in February and March of 2010 and another SOLD OUT house in Ft Worth in April! 


This production is also available for your group, school, dinner theater or private party.   For additional info, group rates and call The Company at: 210-646-4284.  
 

Now in its 7th season, our Educational Outreach Programs offer shows for students in PreSchool through High School to bring a production to your school. 

CONTACT US FOR MORE INFO:
210-646-4284
info@thecompanytheatre.org

PAST PERFORMANCES:

  • MAY 6th - Homeschool Co-op (private performance)
  • MAY 7th - SOLD OUT! - Little Italy, San Antonio, TX
  • MAY 1st - 2pm. PIONEER FARMS, AUSTIN, TX 
  • MAY 1st @ 7pm   Floresville United Methodist Church
  • APRIL 2ND - SOLD OUT -ALBA'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT - Ft Worth, TX
  • March 19 - SOLD OUT (recording-breaking attendance) - LITTLE ITALY - San Antonio, TX
  •  March11th & 12th  - SOLD OUT - LITTLE ITALY - San Antonio, TX
  • Feb, 19th & 20th - SOLD OUT - LITTLE ITALY - San Antonio, TX
  • Feb, 14th - SOLD OUT - Stafford Opera House - Columbus, TX

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The Little Italy Dinnerbox menu includes: 

  • Baked Lasagna w/ Meat - Pasta Sheets layered with Italian seasoned ground beef, cheese & marinara sauce.
  • Baked Lasagna w/ Spinach - Fresh spinach sautee layered with pasta sheets, cheeses & marinara sauce.
  • Chicken Parmigiana – Hand breaded chicken breast fried then baked and topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
  • Spaghetti with Meatballs – Homemade Italian seasoned ground beef Meatballs in tomato sauce over a bed of spaghetti.
  • PIZZA - A personal-sized Pizza with one topping
-Beer & wine available for purchase.
-Gratuity not included...please tip your waitstaff.
-Don't feed the actors ...they might bite.