Hip Pocket Theatre

Hip Pocket Theatre Hip Pocket Theatre is an experimental theatre ensemble rooted deep in the heart of Texas. Profound in it’s simplicity, Hip Pocket continues to thrive.
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For the past 40+ years, co-founders Johnny and Diane Simons have committed themselves to widening the vision and scope of theatre, relying on the imagery of fantasy and fable, original adaptation, and scripts that mainly draw their inspiration from the legends and history of Fort Worth and the Southwest. HPT has an endless poetic hunger that playfully

breaks boundaries with a child-like embrace of innocence. This unique blend of values embodies the spirit of what it is to be a true pioneer. https://www.hippocket.org/

For nearly five decades, Hip Pocket Theatre has been shaped by artists, dreamers, storytellers, and collaborators from a...
06/04/2026

For nearly five decades, Hip Pocket Theatre has been shaped by artists, dreamers, storytellers, and collaborators from all walks of life.
This Pride Month, we celebrate the many LGBTQIA+ artists who have shared their talents, voices, and creativity with our stage and our community. From our earliest days, their contributions have helped inspire the work we create and the stories we tell.
Theatre thrives when people bring their whole selves to the creative process. We are grateful for every artist, audience member, volunteer, and supporter who has helped make Hip Pocket a place where imagination, expression, and human connection can flourish.
This month, and every month, we celebrate the power of storytelling to build understanding, spark conversation, and remind us of our shared humanity.
Happy Pride Month from all of us at Hip Pocket Theatre.

We are overjoyed to have Christina directing "The Three Cuckolds" this year. This hilarious, epic show has been close to...
06/03/2026

We are overjoyed to have Christina directing "The Three Cuckolds" this year. This hilarious, epic show has been close to Hip Pocket's heart since our very first performance, in 1976! See below for a full Q&A with the director.

Q - What is this play about? How would you describe the tone of "The Three Cuckolds"?
A - "The Three Cuckolds" is a classic comedy of errors and a farce starring familiar stock characters that we know and love, recognized in the commedia dell'arte cannon. It's about naughty deception through wild, physical exploration.
Q - What makes this specific production different from previous interpretations?
A - I hope this pays homage to Hip Pocket's previous takes. Of course, it comes with my own spin. I'd like to keep the intimate feel of the previous performances by centering my production in the round. I certainly won't lean away from the b***y nature of the piece.
Q - What was the first show you directed at Hip Pocket Theatre?
A - My first fully produced piece for Hip Pocket was Concrete Shoes, written by the astounding Shelby Griffin. (2023)
Q - What is your favorite show memory?
A - My favorite show memory was rehearsing Pinocchio Commedia with Johnny Simons in 2014. This was first commedia piece, and I remember him PHYSICALLY picking me up in rehearsal, and he moved me effortlessly up a set of stairs like it was nothing. It's a full-circle moment getting to honor HPT with my own take on a commedia piece.
Q - Tell us about the kind of work you do.
A - I'm an actor/director in the North Texas area. You may have seen my most recent work on the otherside of the metroplex in Dallas. I have the honor of being Undermain Theatre's Artistic Associate, as well as working at various different theatre companies in the area. I love cutting my teeth here at Hip Pocket, and I gravitate to emotionally and physically charged shows, along with devising my own work.

Mischief, mayhem, and mirth are headed to Hip Pocket!“The Three Cuckolds” opens June 12, and this delightfully b***y com...
05/31/2026

Mischief, mayhem, and mirth are headed to Hip Pocket!

“The Three Cuckolds” opens June 12, and this delightfully b***y comedy is packed with outrageous twists, sharp wit, and unforgettable characters. We can't wait to share it with you.

Fri-Sun | 9PM | HipPocket.org
For mature audiences.

https://buy.ticketstothecity.com/purchase.php?event_id=18956

Meet the cast of “The Three Cuckolds”Arlecchino - Madi DurenPantalone - J.C. RoggenbuckZanni - Paul HeyduckFranceschina ...
05/23/2026

Meet the cast of “The Three Cuckolds”

Arlecchino - Madi Duren
Pantalone - J.C. Roggenbuck
Zanni - Paul Heyduck
Franceschina - Claire Parry
Flaminia - Will Frederick
Devil - Julian Harris
Cintia - Andra Hunter
Coviello - Cameron Martinez
Understudy - Ethan Kenagy

“The Three Cuckolds” Adapted by Leon Katz with additional text by Johnny Simons

To open our 50th season, we return to our very first show from 1976! This b***y commedia dell’arte romp is sure to make you laugh, blush, and gasp. Come join us for a comedy of errors and egos!

Directed by Christina Cranshaw

Music by Gigi Cervantes and Chris Curtis

June 12–28, 9pm

For mature audiences.

The Three Cuckolds is licensed through Concord Theatricals



Design by Trevor Truong

We are excited to announce the 50th season cohort for our Diane Simons Mentorship program. Welcome! As part of this prog...
05/22/2026

We are excited to announce the 50th season cohort for our Diane Simons Mentorship program. Welcome!

As part of this program we have a grant to help make show tickets more affordable for high school and college students. Email [email protected] directly for student ticket requests!

Read through night for The Three Cuckolds. 😈👺🎶🎭 We have some fantastic surprises in store for you with this show…
05/19/2026

Read through night for The Three Cuckolds. 😈👺🎶🎭 We have some fantastic surprises in store for you with this show…

Thanks to everyone who joined us for a fantastic slam this weekend! We are so grateful for all the amazing performers, v...
05/17/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined us for a fantastic slam this weekend! We are so grateful for all the amazing performers, volunteers, technicians and patrons who made this weekend so incredible.

Up next at Hip Pocket? The Three Cuckolds opens June 12. Stay tuned for updates as we near the opening of our 50th season!!

Puppets and masks and clowns… oh my! Tonight’s the night- Cowtown Puppet Slam at 8pm. 🤡🎭🎶Audience participation very enc...
05/15/2026

Puppets and masks and clowns… oh my! Tonight’s the night- Cowtown Puppet Slam at 8pm. 🤡🎭🎶
Audience participation very encouraged!

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1950 Silver Creek Road
Fort Worth, TX
76108

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

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