The Summer Sauron Turned Pretty

Annual traditions never sounded – or smelled – so good as the yearly MoHA holiday play. But what else could audiences expect from a writing team that includes local genii like Sam Mayer, Sawyer Stoltz, Megan Tabaque, and Best of Austin winners (separate awards) Roxy Castillo and Aira Juliet. An exciting mix of Christmas joy, Aughts-era cringe (Livejournal, anyone?), and Lord of the Rings fanfic fun, this tale of a middle-school girl helping save the One Ring from evil clutches features tons of Austin talent both onstage and behind the scenes – a worthy weekend visit before the holidays swallow us all whole. Friday shows are plumb sold out, but consider snapping up a ticket for either a 7 or 9pm showing most other days, some of which include Smell-O-Vision. Pro tip: Most of the GA tix with a custom, Billie Buck-designed cup added on are still available. – James Scott