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 […]
The Opening Bell of the AHTL, which follows the Procession of Grand Marshals, including elected officials and Community Leaders, summon the mystical, magical appearance of Community Founders from 1913! Finding an absence of the Acres Homes Shine they once knew, they ask. "Is this Acres Homes? Where is the Acres Homes Shine?!" Imploring all in […]
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 […]
In Good Company is a series of in-depth, online conversations made by and for artists. Adapting the format of a long-form television interview program to the web, IGC allows the time and space for deeper exploration into an artist’s life, work, and influences. On Saturday, December 2, at 3 p.m., join us live for a […]
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 […]
Welcome to the Anderson Center's annual Christmas event, 'Evening of Elegance.' This year, we proudly present 'Amahl and the Night Visitors,' a one-act opera by Gian Carlo Menotti, brought to life by talented Black opera singers and actors. Set against the backdrop of the Nativity, this touching narrative follows a young boy named Amahl and […]
Houston Boychoir, in partnership with Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park, offers music as part of a Mini Candlelight Tour. In 2023, a Mini Candlelight Tour will be offered on Saturday, December 2 and Saturday, December 9 in addition to a museum gallery champagne reception offering with performances by Houston Heartstrings. The guided tours will […]
The Finntastic! Film Series has arrived! For our first Finnish film by female filmmakers, we present: Tove directed by Zaida Bergroth In this captivating drama, Alma Pöysti stars as iconic Finnish artist Tove Jansson, creator of the Moonins, who defied the bourgeois norms of postwar Europe to live a life of artistic and sexual freedom.
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, […]
Houston Repertoire Ballet (HRB), Houston’s premier pre-professional ballet company, celebrates its 28th season, beginning with its 25th annual performance series of The Nutcracker, featuring exquisite professional guest artists Nikisha Fogo as the Sugar Plum Fairy and Aaron Robison as the Cavalier both of the San Francisco Ballet, along with Quinton Brooks as the Snow King, […]
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 […]
