When it becomes clear that his mom and sister won't get their Christmas wish, Lil' Man enlists the help of Santa's wild elves to make sure the holidays are once again merry and bright. A play with music, silly elves, and a lot of heart, Lil' Man Saves Christmas reminds us that achieving your dreams […]
A traveling music experience & listening party with Sara Van Buskirk and some very special guests in celebration of her upcoming album release. Funded in part by the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance.
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 […]
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 […]
Bioluminaire DJ Takeover A DJ and a lighting designer are invited to take over the public art installation, providing a fresh look and feel for the piece with a new soundtrack and augmented lighting. Inspired by Houston’s endless capacity for transformation these takeovers provide fresh ways to experience the installation and opportunities for DJs to […]
Enjoy a family movie under the stars in the city’s coolest park! Bring a blanket or lawn chairs for your comfort. Meals, snacks, beer, wine and sodas are available for purchase from The Lake House. The Little Mermaid Saturday, Nov. 11; 7 – 9 p.m. Little Mermaid Ariel, tells the musical story of a mermaid […]
Gather family and friends in Jones Hall—decked with boughs of holly—for a sparkling concert filled with the merry sounds of the season! Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez joins the Symphony and Chorus for this heartwarming holiday tradition.
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 […]
“Passport to Christmas” is a heartwarming musical about dysfunctional siblings who are reunited by a challenge presented to them by their late music publishing father. The sister and brother must travel around the world in the 25 days of December, (about 3 and a half weeks), using a scrapbook filled with holiday songs from the […]
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 […]
Diabelli 200 Explorer is the interactive website accompanying Anthony Brandt’s February 24-25 premiere of Diabelli 200, commissioned by Performing Arts Houston for their New/Now performance series. This virtual component explores the historic and neuroscience inspiration behind this new work, which was developed in collaboration with University of Houston neuroscientist Dr. Jose Luis Contreras-Vidal. In 1819, […]
The Armadillo Christmas Bazaar, Austin’s cherished holiday tradition for nearly five decades, announces the dates for this year’s festivities taking place Friday, Dec. 15 - Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023 from 11 a.m. - 9 30 p.m. daily at the Palmer Events Center (900 Barton Springs Road, Austin, Texas 78704). This vibrant and immersive fine art […]
