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June 11 - July 27, 2025

WAITRESS

Featuring original music by Sara Bareilles (“Brave”, “Love Song”), Waitress is the hit musical that is “a little slice of heaven” (Entertainment Weekly). Inspired by Adrienne Shelly's film, this story offers a heartwarming recipe for finding joy in unexpected places. Jenna, a waitress and skilled pie maker, grapples with a loveless marriage and a small-town life. When an unexpected pregnancy shakes up her plans, a baking contest and a charming new doctor offer her a chance at happiness. With the support of her quirky colleagues and loyal customers, Jenna discovers the courage she needs to pursue her dreams.

BOOK BY JESSIE NELSON
MUSIC AND LYRICS BY SARA BAREILLES
DIRECTED AND CHOREOGRAPHED BY CASSIE ABATE
MUSIC DIRECTION BY AIMEE RADICS

Age Recommendation

12 & up

Runtime

2 hours 30 min with a 20-min intermission

Pride Night

Thursday, June 12 at 7:30 p.m.

Zachademia

Wednesday, June 18 at 7:30 p.m.

Champagne Opening

Friday, June 20 at 7:30 p.m.

Sign Interpreted Performance

Saturday, June 21 at 2:30 p.m.

Important Notice: Waitress contains themes of intimate partner violence, infidelity, sexual content, and emotional distress. Viewer discretion is advised.

Zach Theater and the Texas Council on Family Violence (TCFV) are united by a vision for a world in which all relationships are safe and healthy.

This production contained mentions of intimate partner violence and related topics. More than 1 in 4 people in the United States have experienced rape, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner in their lifetime.

If you or someone you know needs support, or if you're concerned you may be using unhealthy behaviors in your relationship, you're not alone.


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We all have a role to play in ending family violence and creating safer communities.

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TCFV does not provide individual services, resources, or crisis response to victims of domestic violence.

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H-E-B Helping Here

 

 

Supporting Sponsor

Norton Rose Fulbright

 

 

Production Underwriters


Adam Schramek and Hon. Chari Kelly

Will Coombes and Brian Luna