A New Play by

A New Play by

Christine Carmela

Christine Carmela

directed by

directed by

EVAN MICHAEL WOODS

EVAN MICHAEL WOODS

Read a sample of the script

"HILARIOUS, FRESH, AND A TRIUMPH IN QUEER STORYTELLING"

Read a sample of the script

"HILARIOUS, FRESH, AND A TRIUMPH

IN QUEER STORYTELLING"

Highest Attended Show in Amphibian Stage History.

Highest Selling Show in Amphibian Stage History.*

*As compared to productions that ran for the same # of performances.

40% of Patrons were new to Amphibian Stage.

A Queer Riff on Wilde's 'Earnest'

A Queer Riff on Wilde's 'Earnest'

A Queer Riff on
Wilde's 'Earnest'

A new play by Christine Carmela, directed by Evan Michael Woods, presented first at Amphibian Stage.

It's 1889 London, darling, and lifelong “friends” Matthias and Aloysius believe they’ve found the perfect solution to dispel any rumors of homosexuality; proposing to high society sisters, Molly and Genevieve Houseington. However, their plan is threatened when the ever-discerning Viscountess Houseington begins to suspect something fruity about her daughters’ suitors. Get ready for a sidesplitting, love-struck romp that’s enough to make Oscar Wilde clutch his pearls!

A new play by Christine Carmela, directed by Evan Michael Woods, presented first at Amphibian Stage.

It's 1889 London, darling, and lifelong “friends” Matthias and Aloysius believe they’ve found the perfect solution to dispel any rumors of homosexuality; proposing to high society sisters, Molly and Genevieve Houseington. However, their plan is threatened when the ever-discerning Viscountess Houseington begins to suspect something fruity about her daughters’ suitors. Get ready for a sidesplitting, love-struck romp that’s enough to make Oscar Wilde clutch his pearls!

A new play by Christine Carmela, directed by Evan Michael Woods, presented first at Amphibian Stage.

It's 1889 London, darling, and lifelong “friends” Matthias and Aloysius believe they’ve found the perfect solution to dispel any rumors of homosexuality; proposing to high society sisters, Molly and Genevieve Houseington. However, their plan is threatened when the ever-discerning Viscountess Houseington begins to suspect something fruity about her daughters’ suitors. Get ready for a sidesplitting, love-struck romp that’s enough to make Oscar Wilde clutch his pearls!

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reveal molly's secret

reveal molly's secret

Meet The Drama Queens.

Meet The Drama Queens.

Christine Carmela and Evan Michael Woods are the dynamic duo behind the charming new comedy, Miss Molly. Their creative partnership began when they were roommates at TCU, where Christine first drafted this Wilde homage.

"We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming response to the world premiere of Miss Molly: A Marital Deceit of Honest Intentions at Amphibian Stage. The nine months we spent developing the play in preparation for this production were invaluable, providing us with crucial insights from a wide range of audiences. This run has been a dream five years in the making, and working with dear friends has brought the play to life beyond our wildest fantasies.

Now, Miss Molly is ready to take the next step. We are looking for a theatre to help us continue her journey. The play made great strides in preparation for the world premiere and now we're ready to further refine these changes and trim the fat. With your support, we can further develop and elevate Miss Molly to new heights."


Carmela is a screenwriter, playwright, and performer based out of Los Angeles. Next Up: performing in Notes on Killing Seven Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Board Members by Mara Vélez Mélendez at Yale Rep. Carmela originated the role of Lolita at Soho Rep and reprised the role at Moxie Theatre. Woods is a multi-hyphenate theatre artists based out of Fort Worth, TX. Just completed: directing the world premiere of The Amazing, Fabulous, and Spectacular Untruths of Juan Garcia by Kathleen Culebro (Amphibian Stage). Up Next: World Premiere of Destroying David by Jason Odell Williams (Circle Theatre).

Christine Carmela and Evan Michael Woods are the dynamic duo behind the charming new comedy, Miss Molly. Their creative partnership began when they were roommates at TCU, where Christine first drafted this Wilde homage.

"We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming response to the world premiere of Miss Molly: A Marital Deceit of Honest Intentions at Amphibian Stage. The nine months we spent developing the play in preparation for this production were invaluable, providing us with crucial insights from a wide range of audiences. This run has been a dream five years in the making, and working with dear friends has brought the play to life beyond our wildest fantasies.

Now, Miss Molly is ready to take the next step. We are looking for a theatre to help us continue her journey. The play made great strides in preparation for the world premiere and now we're ready to further refine these changes and trim the fat. With your support, we can further develop and elevate Miss Molly to new heights."


Carmela is a screenwriter, playwright, and performer based out of Los Angeles. Next Up: performing in Notes on Killing Seven Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Board Members by Mara Vélez Mélendez at Yale Rep. Carmela originated the role of Lolita at Soho Rep and reprised the role at Moxie Theatre. Woods is a multi-hyphenate theatre artists based out of Fort Worth, TX. Next Up: directing two world premieres—The Amazing, Fabulous, and Spectacular Untruths of Juan Garcia by Kathleen Culebro (Amphibian Stage) and Destroying David by Jason Odell Williams (Circle Theatre).

AUDIENCE RESPONSE

  • Amphibian Stage's Miss Molly is so

    fantastic that we are

    going back again next weekend.

    A fun fun night.

    JOEL BURNS, POLITICIAN/GAY RIGHTS ACTIVIST

  • "Christine Carmela has written and stars

    in this hilarious, whip smart, "period"

    comedy. My gosh, this is so rare—

    a new comedy wITH all the

    joy and intelligence of Shaw,

    Coward, or Wilde."

    Joel Ferell, Former Artistic Director of Dallas Theater Center

  • This play ranks among the very

    best live performances I've

    Ever seen. In fact, today we're

    going to it a second time.

    G. HUGHES, PATRON

  • It's not everyday you get to watch

    a world premiere And say "wow, I was

    there when..." go support good new

    theatre made by incredible artists!

    C. RAmirez, patron

  • A wonderful two hours of fun, wit,

    barbs, and tenderness. Loved

    every minute of this play. Great

    writing, directing, sets, and acting.

    E. SEMRAD, PATRON

  • Amphibian Stage's Miss Molly is so

    fantastic that we are

    going back again next weekend.

    A fun fun night.

    JOEL BURNS, POLITICIAN/GAY RIGHTS ACTIVIST

  • "Christine Carmela has written and stars

    in this hilarious, whip smart, "period"

    comedy. My gosh, this is so rare—

    a new comedy wITH all the

    joy and intelligence of Shaw,

    Coward, or Wilde."

    Joel Ferell, Former Artistic Director of Dallas Theater Center

  • This play ranks among the very

    best live performances I've

    Ever seen. In fact, today we're

    going to it a second time.

    G. HUGHES, PATRON

  • "Christine Carmela has written and stars in this hilarious, whip smart,

    "period" comedy. My gosh, this is so rare— a new comedy wITH all the

    joy and intelligence of Shaw, Coward, or Wilde."

    Joel Ferell, Former Artistic Director of Dallas Theater Center

  • Amphibian Stage's Miss Molly is so fantastic that we are

    going back again next weekend. A fun fun night.

    JOEL BURNS, POLITICIAN/GAY RIGHTS ACTIVIST

  • This play ranks among the very best live performances I've

    Ever seen. In fact, today we're going to it a second time.

    G. HUGHES, PATRON

  • It's not everyday you get to watch a world premiere and say "wow, I was

    there when..." go support good new theatre made by incredible artists!

    C. RAmirez, patron

  • A wonderful two hours of fun, wit, barbs, and tenderness. Loved

    every minute of this play. Great writing, directing, sets, and acting.

    E. SEMRAD, PATRON

PRODUCTION PHOTOS

EDITORIAL COVERAGE FROM

VIDEO

NBC Texas Today

Playwright Christine Carmela and Director Evan Michael Woods interviewed for NBC.

NBC Texas Today

Playwright Christine Carmela and Director Evan Michael Woods interviewed for NBC.

Molly: In Rehearsal

Go behind the scenes to watch rehearsal in action as Miss Molly gears up for its world premiere.

Molly: In Rehearsal

Go behind the scenes to watch rehearsal in action as Miss Molly gears up for its world premiere.

Molly: In Performance

Highlights from the sold-out Amphibian Stage run of Miss Molly, Summer 2023.

Molly: In Performance

Highlights from the sold-out Amphibian Stage run of Miss Molly, Summer 2023.