Saturdays, Nov. 11 – Dec. 23; 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Children of all ages are invited to skate with a Santa Claus of different backgrounds. · Nov. 18 Santa Claus · Nov. 25 Black Santa · Dec. 2 Grinch · Dec. 9 Santa Claus · Dec. 16 Pancho Claus · Dec. 23 Santa Claus […]
On Saturday, December 16th, 5:00pm, the Houston Children’s Chorus will honor the season with a range of holiday favorites including “The Little Drummer Boy”, “Most Wonderful Time of the Year”, “Carol of the Bells”, “Somewhere in My Memory”, and numerous other secular and sacred holiday favorites. Also included will be an Audience Sing-Along and an […]
Enjoy the magic of the holiday season at Houston’s favorite holiday lights experience, TXU Energy presents Zoo Lights at Houston Zoo! The spectacular Zoo grounds are the perfect setting to enjoy the sights and sounds of the season with family and friends. - Experience the Holiday Grove presented by TXU Energy with animal-themed lanterns under […]
Saturdays, Nov. 18 and 25; Dec. 2, 9, & 16; 6 – 10 p.m. Flea by Night is an open-air market featuring local artisans and small business owners selling vintage, handmade, recycled, repurposed and local goods. While you’re there enjoy “A Happy Houston Holiday” musical performance on Avenida Plaza from 6 – 8 p.m. Plus, […]
Disney's Beauty and the Beast Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice Book by Linda Woolverton The tale of Belle, an adventurous young girl, who is taken prisoner by a Beast in his castle. Trapped under a spell, the Beast must earn the love of Belle in order to be set […]
Four Daughters (Les filles d’Olfa) directed by Kaouther Ben Hania Tunisia’s submission to the Academy Awards is a riveting exploration of rebellion, memory, and sisterhood that reconstructs the story of Olfa Hamrouni and her four daughters. Unpacking a complex family history through interviews and reenactments, the film examines how the mother’s two eldest were radicalized […]
Jones Hall will be filled with joyous refrains and exultant arias, including the iconic “Hallelujah” Chorus, in this powerful presentation of the greatest story ever told.
Estimated runtime of 2 hours and 30 minutes including a 15 minute intermission. A playful new adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved novel follows the fortunes (and misfortunes) of the Dashwood sisters—sensible Elinor and hypersensitive Marianne—after their father’s sudden death leaves them financially destitute and socially vulnerable. Set in gossipy late 18th-century England, with a fresh […]
The Nutcracker is a classical ballet performed in two acts to Tchaikovsky’s music. Based on a surreal short story by E. T. A. Hoffmann, The Nutcracker tells the story of Clara, a young girl who dreams of having adventures with a nutcracker that she receives for Christmas. It is a classical holiday tradition filled with toy […]
Houston’s holiday tradition continues with the magic and wonder of Stanton Welch’s The Nutcracker. Following the annual Stahlbaum Christmas party, journey through the glittering Land of Snow to the bright and joyful Kingdom of Sweets with Clara, Drosselmeyer and the Prince as he reunites with the Sugar Plum Fairy amongst the clouds, where the real […]
Saturdays, Nov. 18 – Jan. 27; 8 – 10 p.m.* Listen to the coolest Top 40 pop hits while skating on the ice. *Dec. 9, 8:30 – 10:30 p.m.
Juxtapose Arts Collective presents a story that reminds of us of the true meaning of Christmas. Told through the eyes of a young girl named Lynn, is a story full of fun characters, lessons to be learned, and a lot of heart. On her journey, we will see incredible dancing, beautiful singing, and dazzling aerial […]
