This exhibit is curated by Compassionate Houston's Compassion Through the Arts initiative which identifies, highlights, and financially supports several local artists whose work promotes compassion within the greater Houston area. Empathy Unveiled features a collection of artworks by three Houston-based visual artists whose work exemplifies, at a high level, an artistic expression of compassion. Anne […]
Explore how spirituality, sexuality, and our own mortality influence the many complex relationships between our conscious and unconscious minds. What if the solution for transforming our chaotic world lays deep in our bodies and imaginations? Spirituality, sexuality, and mortality are three charged themes at the core of both our individual and collective psyches. Religious traditions […]
'Space City: Art in the Age of Artemis' assembles the work of contemporary artists who explore the mysteries and wonders of outer space. Featuring over 30 artists, this exhibition travels through art, science, and human curiosity, inviting visitors to embark on an imaginative journey through the cosmos. As NASA aims to return to the Moon, […]
Paint & Process is a series of 2.5-hour workshops, each exploring psychological and physiological reasons why we dream, store memories, reflect on experiences, and feel passion, and construct emotions, while also creating a beautiful piece of art to take home. September 15: Reflections October 20: Dreams November 17: Passion December 15: Emotions These workshops allow […]
Frame Dance Productions is excited to announce the return of the Frame x Frame Screendance Film Festival (FXF), now more accessible than ever! From November 1 to 30, 2024, the festival will be *streamed* directly into your living room, offering a one-pass experience for over 20 groundbreaking films across six distinct programs. This year’s festival […]
Paint & Process is a series of 2.5-hour workshops, each exploring psychological and physiological reasons why we dream, store memories, reflect on experiences, and feel passion, and construct emotions, while also creating a beautiful piece of art to take home. September 15: Reflections October 20: Dreams November 17: Passion December 15: Emotions These workshops allow […]
In this two-week filmmaking camp, Kids TV producer Dan Gordon leads campers in scripting, filming, and acting in an original movie exploring the themes of community building and development. Learn the technical aspects of filmmaking, from camera operation to set design, while exploring cultural experiences from around the world! At the end of camp, parents […]
Attention, artists and manga fanatics! At our popular manga camp, create your own comics inspired by the Japanese manga style. Beginner to advanced students will learn new skills to bring comics to life on paper and on the web. Learn how comics are made, compete in sketching contests, and show off your work on the […]
Dive into calligraphy traditions and learn how nature has influenced this art form across Asia and beyond. Campers will be introduced to different techniques, scripts, and tools to create their own expressive artwork. No prior calligraphy or brushwork experience needed. Recommended for students ages 9–12.
Enjoy fall festivities at the Zoo during Zoo Boo presented by King & Spalding. Costumes are encouraged, and guests will have plenty of favorites to experience, including visiting our Carved Pumpkins sponsored by Frost Bank, Pumpkin Tree sponsored by Proud Source, and animal-themed Peek-a-Boo Pumpkins. Don’t miss our Pumpkin Lantern Tunnel between the lions and […]
The concept of opulence revolves around the symbols of wealth and status that hold significance within a particular community. This show highlights the urban trend of having gold teeth. Coined as grillz by Houston hip-hop culture, gold teeth have historically held significance in the black community as a symbol of wealth, success, and individuality. In […]
Meditate through movement using Tai Chi Chuan, a Chinese exercise based on the yin/yang philosophy and practiced in slow, relaxed, continuous motion. Practicing the forms of tai chi and breath coordination is a tranquil way to focus your mind, achieve physical and mental balance, and gain vital energies.
A bit of history, a bit of gossip, a lot of music, and no homework! We are delighted to welcome Buck Ross, founder of the Moores Opera Center at the University of Houston, back to the Italian Cultural & Community Center for an all new lecture series on the history of opera. Those of you […]
Renowned for their fresh approach to period instrument performance of classical repertoire, the members of this Russian-Spanish-Swedish-French ensemble together produce a unique sound – described by The Observer (London) as “a shock to the ears of the best kind.” Rediscover great works of Beethoven and Schubert in the ensemble’s Houston debut. Chiaroscuro Quartet translates into […]
Every Monday Nameless Sound and Lawndale Art Center join forces to present an evening of experimental sound-making, improvised music, noises, the sounding of art, the performance of art, and more. Two different sets each week showcase a rich and vibrant diversity of international and regional creative offerings, with an emphasis on Houston’s vibrant local scene. […]
THEY, WHO SOUND on Monday, October 28 will feature: Will Guthrie & Axiom Trio Will Guthrie (Australia/France) - drums, percussion, gong Axiom Trio is: Thomas Helton (Houston) - double bass Sam Knight (Houston) - drums James Murphy (Houston) - saxophones
Enjoy fall festivities at the Zoo during Zoo Boo presented by King & Spalding. Costumes are encouraged, and guests will have plenty of favorites to experience, including visiting our Carved Pumpkins sponsored by Frost Bank, Pumpkin Tree sponsored by Proud Source, and animal-themed Peek-a-Boo Pumpkins. Don’t miss our Pumpkin Lantern Tunnel between the lions and […]
In this two-week filmmaking camp, Kids TV producer Dan Gordon leads campers in scripting, filming, and acting in an original movie exploring the themes of community building and development. Learn the technical aspects of filmmaking, from camera operation to set design, while exploring cultural experiences from around the world! At the end of camp, parents […]
Attention, artists and manga fanatics! At our popular manga camp, create your own comics inspired by the Japanese manga style. Beginner to advanced students will learn new skills to bring comics to life on paper and on the web. Learn how comics are made, compete in sketching contests, and show off your work on the […]
Dive into calligraphy traditions and learn how nature has influenced this art form across Asia and beyond. Campers will be introduced to different techniques, scripts, and tools to create their own expressive artwork. No prior calligraphy or brushwork experience needed. Recommended for students ages 9–12.
This compelling and transformative exhibition features the masterful paintings and drawings of acclaimed artist David Kassan, capturing the poignant stories and portraits of Holocaust survivors. "Facing Survival" stands as a profound testament to the enduring power of art in narrating the untold stories of resilience and survival. Through the evocative paintings and sketches meticulously crafted […]
Anya Tish Gallery is thrilled to present "Moving Boxes", the second solo exhibition by Dutch American artist Hedwige Jacobs. This highly anticipated show brings together a new collection of whimsical, interactive animations, intricate drawings, and an immersive installation. This latest body of work expands on the artist’s ongoing investigation of isolation and togetherness and is […]
Koslov Larsen is pleased to present Sun to Earth, the gallery’s third solo presentation by artist Brenda Biondo. Combining several series of Biondo’s works, Sun to Earth introduces new ways of looking at common subjects while challenging viewers' perception of color and three-dimensional space. The works explored throughout the show focus on atmospheric phenomena and […]
Money has history and ancestors just like we humans do. Over 500 years ago, the “family history” of the dollar currency was established due to the agreement of the Lands Diet of the Kingdom of Bohemia. This one event can be regarded as the origin of all the dollars that belong to many different countries […]
This is a non-ticketed performance. No tickets are necessary, no reservations can be made. As a courtesy to Miller, we’d appreciate it if you’d fill out the daytime group attendance form here. An age-old tale of greed. The story of a young girl who has been said to be able to spin straw into gold, […]
We're delighted to welcome Gabriele Chiocca of Mexcor International Wine & Spirits to the Italian Cultural & Community Center for our Aperitivo Italiano: Volcanic Vino! Enjoy a tasting of volcanic wines from Sicily, Campania, Tuscany, and Veneto as we explore how Italy's many active and extinct volcanoes help create some of the most mineral-rich and […]
In this two-week filmmaking camp, Kids TV producer Dan Gordon leads campers in scripting, filming, and acting in an original movie exploring the themes of community building and development. Learn the technical aspects of filmmaking, from camera operation to set design, while exploring cultural experiences from around the world! At the end of camp, parents […]
Attention, artists and manga fanatics! At our popular manga camp, create your own comics inspired by the Japanese manga style. Beginner to advanced students will learn new skills to bring comics to life on paper and on the web. Learn how comics are made, compete in sketching contests, and show off your work on the […]
Dive into calligraphy traditions and learn how nature has influenced this art form across Asia and beyond. Campers will be introduced to different techniques, scripts, and tools to create their own expressive artwork. No prior calligraphy or brushwork experience needed. Recommended for students ages 9–12.
Enjoy fall festivities at the Zoo during Zoo Boo presented by King & Spalding. Costumes are encouraged, and guests will have plenty of favorites to experience, including visiting our Carved Pumpkins sponsored by Frost Bank, Pumpkin Tree sponsored by Proud Source, and animal-themed Peek-a-Boo Pumpkins. Don’t miss our Pumpkin Lantern Tunnel between the lions and […]
This compelling and transformative exhibition features the masterful paintings and drawings of acclaimed artist David Kassan, capturing the poignant stories and portraits of Holocaust survivors. "Facing Survival" stands as a profound testament to the enduring power of art in narrating the untold stories of resilience and survival. Through the evocative paintings and sketches meticulously crafted […]
Anya Tish Gallery is thrilled to present "Moving Boxes", the second solo exhibition by Dutch American artist Hedwige Jacobs. This highly anticipated show brings together a new collection of whimsical, interactive animations, intricate drawings, and an immersive installation. This latest body of work expands on the artist’s ongoing investigation of isolation and togetherness and is […]
Koslov Larsen is pleased to present Sun to Earth, the gallery’s third solo presentation by artist Brenda Biondo. Combining several series of Biondo’s works, Sun to Earth introduces new ways of looking at common subjects while challenging viewers' perception of color and three-dimensional space. The works explored throughout the show focus on atmospheric phenomena and […]
Money has history and ancestors just like we humans do. Over 500 years ago, the “family history” of the dollar currency was established due to the agreement of the Lands Diet of the Kingdom of Bohemia. This one event can be regarded as the origin of all the dollars that belong to many different countries […]
“There is nothing new under the sun, but there are new suns” – Octavia Butler Framing explorations of space, geography, mapping, and land/waterscapes, especially of the African diaspora, New Suns in Lawndale’s Cecily E. Horton Gallery features new installation, painting and drawing by Ayanna Jolivet Mccloud. Featured image courtesy of the artist.
"Out of Thin Air: Emerging Forms" examines drawing as a meditative process that invites the gradual appearance of indeterminate images. Selected from the Menil Collection’s permanent collection, this display of twenty-nine drawings dating from the late 1930s to the present share a visual language of emerging forms. On view September 20, 2024 through January 26, […]
"Fragments of Memory", a selection of works from the Menil Collection’s permanent collection, explores the ways in which the past imbues present experiences. In their drawings, the featured artists take up commonplace embodiments of personal and collective memory, such as scrapbooks, snapshots, notes, relics, and odes, to reimagine how we might access fraught memories and […]
This is a non-ticketed performance. No tickets are necessary, no reservations can be made. As a courtesy to Miller, we’d appreciate it if you’d fill out the daytime group attendance form here. An age-old tale of greed. The story of a young girl who has been said to be able to spin straw into gold, […]
Wall Drawing Series: Ronny Quevedo features a site-specific work by New York-based artist Ronny Quevedo (b. 1981). The 36-foot triptych, C A R A A C A R A, 2024, explores the relationship between origin, transfer, and translation, with each panel of the composition indicating a different step in the artist’s process.
"Tacita Dean: Blind Folly" is the first major museum survey in the United States of work by British European visual artist Tacita Dean (b. 1965). The exhibition, organized in close collaboration with Dean, spotlights her career-defining approach to creating art through unmediated and chance-based drawing processes across a variety of mediums, from film to printmaking.
Join us as we discuss how misery really might have something to do with generating love and company. We all know that life has its ups and downs. We know that, some of the time, we're going to experience difficulty and unease, while at other times life will feel easy and natural. Unfortunately, this knowledge […]
In this two-week filmmaking camp, Kids TV producer Dan Gordon leads campers in scripting, filming, and acting in an original movie exploring the themes of community building and development. Learn the technical aspects of filmmaking, from camera operation to set design, while exploring cultural experiences from around the world! At the end of camp, parents […]
Attention, artists and manga fanatics! At our popular manga camp, create your own comics inspired by the Japanese manga style. Beginner to advanced students will learn new skills to bring comics to life on paper and on the web. Learn how comics are made, compete in sketching contests, and show off your work on the […]
Dive into calligraphy traditions and learn how nature has influenced this art form across Asia and beyond. Campers will be introduced to different techniques, scripts, and tools to create their own expressive artwork. No prior calligraphy or brushwork experience needed. Recommended for students ages 9–12.
This compelling and transformative exhibition features the masterful paintings and drawings of acclaimed artist David Kassan, capturing the poignant stories and portraits of Holocaust survivors. "Facing Survival" stands as a profound testament to the enduring power of art in narrating the untold stories of resilience and survival. Through the evocative paintings and sketches meticulously crafted […]
Looking for an opportunity to practice your Italian conversation skills? Look no further! Our in-person Italian Conversation Class will help you gain fluency while having fun. This small group class is designed for intermediate to advanced level speakers. Knowledge of Italian to a complete A2 level is required. If you are not sure about your […]
Anya Tish Gallery is thrilled to present "Moving Boxes", the second solo exhibition by Dutch American artist Hedwige Jacobs. This highly anticipated show brings together a new collection of whimsical, interactive animations, intricate drawings, and an immersive installation. This latest body of work expands on the artist’s ongoing investigation of isolation and togetherness and is […]
Koslov Larsen is pleased to present Sun to Earth, the gallery’s third solo presentation by artist Brenda Biondo. Combining several series of Biondo’s works, Sun to Earth introduces new ways of looking at common subjects while challenging viewers' perception of color and three-dimensional space. The works explored throughout the show focus on atmospheric phenomena and […]
Money has history and ancestors just like we humans do. Over 500 years ago, the “family history” of the dollar currency was established due to the agreement of the Lands Diet of the Kingdom of Bohemia. This one event can be regarded as the origin of all the dollars that belong to many different countries […]
“There is nothing new under the sun, but there are new suns” – Octavia Butler Framing explorations of space, geography, mapping, and land/waterscapes, especially of the African diaspora, New Suns in Lawndale’s Cecily E. Horton Gallery features new installation, painting and drawing by Ayanna Jolivet Mccloud. Featured image courtesy of the artist.
"Out of Thin Air: Emerging Forms" examines drawing as a meditative process that invites the gradual appearance of indeterminate images. Selected from the Menil Collection’s permanent collection, this display of twenty-nine drawings dating from the late 1930s to the present share a visual language of emerging forms. On view September 20, 2024 through January 26, […]
"Fragments of Memory", a selection of works from the Menil Collection’s permanent collection, explores the ways in which the past imbues present experiences. In their drawings, the featured artists take up commonplace embodiments of personal and collective memory, such as scrapbooks, snapshots, notes, relics, and odes, to reimagine how we might access fraught memories and […]
Wall Drawing Series: Ronny Quevedo features a site-specific work by New York-based artist Ronny Quevedo (b. 1981). The 36-foot triptych, C A R A A C A R A, 2024, explores the relationship between origin, transfer, and translation, with each panel of the composition indicating a different step in the artist’s process.
"Tacita Dean: Blind Folly" is the first major museum survey in the United States of work by British European visual artist Tacita Dean (b. 1965). The exhibition, organized in close collaboration with Dean, spotlights her career-defining approach to creating art through unmediated and chance-based drawing processes across a variety of mediums, from film to printmaking.
Uncover the remnants of a forgotten, hidden time, and discuss how these remnants linger and influence the present. Can re-imagining the past change how we experience our present? In his latest novel James, Percival Everett – author, educator, and presenter at The Jung Center’s upcoming spring benefit – takes an imaginal step back into the […]
Carry the ease of the morning into the busier parts of the day. Mornings are a special time. When our brains have not yet started to make the connections that will eventually lead us to identify with our roles in the world, we are simply mindful beings. Join us early on Friday mornings for a […]
In this two-week filmmaking camp, Kids TV producer Dan Gordon leads campers in scripting, filming, and acting in an original movie exploring the themes of community building and development. Learn the technical aspects of filmmaking, from camera operation to set design, while exploring cultural experiences from around the world! At the end of camp, parents […]
Attention, artists and manga fanatics! At our popular manga camp, create your own comics inspired by the Japanese manga style. Beginner to advanced students will learn new skills to bring comics to life on paper and on the web. Learn how comics are made, compete in sketching contests, and show off your work on the […]
Dive into calligraphy traditions and learn how nature has influenced this art form across Asia and beyond. Campers will be introduced to different techniques, scripts, and tools to create their own expressive artwork. No prior calligraphy or brushwork experience needed. Recommended for students ages 9–12.
This compelling and transformative exhibition features the masterful paintings and drawings of acclaimed artist David Kassan, capturing the poignant stories and portraits of Holocaust survivors. "Facing Survival" stands as a profound testament to the enduring power of art in narrating the untold stories of resilience and survival. Through the evocative paintings and sketches meticulously crafted […]
Anya Tish Gallery is thrilled to present "Moving Boxes", the second solo exhibition by Dutch American artist Hedwige Jacobs. This highly anticipated show brings together a new collection of whimsical, interactive animations, intricate drawings, and an immersive installation. This latest body of work expands on the artist’s ongoing investigation of isolation and togetherness and is […]
Koslov Larsen is pleased to present Sun to Earth, the gallery’s third solo presentation by artist Brenda Biondo. Combining several series of Biondo’s works, Sun to Earth introduces new ways of looking at common subjects while challenging viewers' perception of color and three-dimensional space. The works explored throughout the show focus on atmospheric phenomena and […]
“There is nothing new under the sun, but there are new suns” – Octavia Butler Framing explorations of space, geography, mapping, and land/waterscapes, especially of the African diaspora, New Suns in Lawndale’s Cecily E. Horton Gallery features new installation, painting and drawing by Ayanna Jolivet Mccloud. Featured image courtesy of the artist.
"Out of Thin Air: Emerging Forms" examines drawing as a meditative process that invites the gradual appearance of indeterminate images. Selected from the Menil Collection’s permanent collection, this display of twenty-nine drawings dating from the late 1930s to the present share a visual language of emerging forms. On view September 20, 2024 through January 26, […]
"Fragments of Memory", a selection of works from the Menil Collection’s permanent collection, explores the ways in which the past imbues present experiences. In their drawings, the featured artists take up commonplace embodiments of personal and collective memory, such as scrapbooks, snapshots, notes, relics, and odes, to reimagine how we might access fraught memories and […]
Wall Drawing Series: Ronny Quevedo features a site-specific work by New York-based artist Ronny Quevedo (b. 1981). The 36-foot triptych, C A R A A C A R A, 2024, explores the relationship between origin, transfer, and translation, with each panel of the composition indicating a different step in the artist’s process.
"Tacita Dean: Blind Folly" is the first major museum survey in the United States of work by British European visual artist Tacita Dean (b. 1965). The exhibition, organized in close collaboration with Dean, spotlights her career-defining approach to creating art through unmediated and chance-based drawing processes across a variety of mediums, from film to printmaking.
Our annual Night Market returns! Drawing inspiration from street markets commonly found in East and Southeast Asia, our all-ages festival celebrates Houston's AAPI communities through food, arts, shopping, and activities. Enjoy a festive evening as we build upon the success of previous years' festivals and transform our parking lot, street, and building into a marketplace, […]
Karel Zeman Film Screening Double Feature Ukradená Vzducholod - Stolen Airship, Nov, 1st 6:00pm Join us for a magical evening at the museum as we screen Karel Zeman's Stolen Airship! Embark on a thrilling adventure with five young boys soaring above Prague in this visually stunning classic. Don’t miss this cinematic journey. Sign up today! […]
Directed by Hismt Ministry Post-film Q&A with actor Yang Dong-geun moderated by Dr. Jaewook Kim, University of Houston Actors and real-life friends Yang Dong Geun, Jung Joon, and Kim Yoo Mi join members of Heritage, a musical ensemble whose members co-founded the Heritage Mass Choir (thought to be the only South Korean gospel choir in […]
George Baker, Professor and Chair, Department of Art History at UCLA, uses passages from his latest book, Lateness and Longing: On the Afterlife of Photography, to respond to and open up questions around the "Tacita Dean: Blind Folly" exhibition at the Menil Collection.
In this two-week filmmaking camp, Kids TV producer Dan Gordon leads campers in scripting, filming, and acting in an original movie exploring the themes of community building and development. Learn the technical aspects of filmmaking, from camera operation to set design, while exploring cultural experiences from around the world! At the end of camp, parents […]
Attention, artists and manga fanatics! At our popular manga camp, create your own comics inspired by the Japanese manga style. Beginner to advanced students will learn new skills to bring comics to life on paper and on the web. Learn how comics are made, compete in sketching contests, and show off your work on the […]
Dive into calligraphy traditions and learn how nature has influenced this art form across Asia and beyond. Campers will be introduced to different techniques, scripts, and tools to create their own expressive artwork. No prior calligraphy or brushwork experience needed. Recommended for students ages 9–12.
Cultivate a connection to the energies that move through you as a woman, as well as how to use them in your world to create the life you want. As women, we have more strength, wisdom, and mastery than much of our culture is willing to affirm. Watching our rights being denied and our unique […]
This compelling and transformative exhibition features the masterful paintings and drawings of acclaimed artist David Kassan, capturing the poignant stories and portraits of Holocaust survivors. "Facing Survival" stands as a profound testament to the enduring power of art in narrating the untold stories of resilience and survival. Through the evocative paintings and sketches meticulously crafted […]
Anya Tish Gallery is thrilled to present "Moving Boxes", the second solo exhibition by Dutch American artist Hedwige Jacobs. This highly anticipated show brings together a new collection of whimsical, interactive animations, intricate drawings, and an immersive installation. This latest body of work expands on the artist’s ongoing investigation of isolation and togetherness and is […]
Koslov Larsen is pleased to present Sun to Earth, the gallery’s third solo presentation by artist Brenda Biondo. Combining several series of Biondo’s works, Sun to Earth introduces new ways of looking at common subjects while challenging viewers' perception of color and three-dimensional space. The works explored throughout the show focus on atmospheric phenomena and […]
“There is nothing new under the sun, but there are new suns” – Octavia Butler Framing explorations of space, geography, mapping, and land/waterscapes, especially of the African diaspora, New Suns in Lawndale’s Cecily E. Horton Gallery features new installation, painting and drawing by Ayanna Jolivet Mccloud. Featured image courtesy of the artist.
"Out of Thin Air: Emerging Forms" examines drawing as a meditative process that invites the gradual appearance of indeterminate images. Selected from the Menil Collection’s permanent collection, this display of twenty-nine drawings dating from the late 1930s to the present share a visual language of emerging forms. On view September 20, 2024 through January 26, […]
"Fragments of Memory", a selection of works from the Menil Collection’s permanent collection, explores the ways in which the past imbues present experiences. In their drawings, the featured artists take up commonplace embodiments of personal and collective memory, such as scrapbooks, snapshots, notes, relics, and odes, to reimagine how we might access fraught memories and […]
Wall Drawing Series: Ronny Quevedo features a site-specific work by New York-based artist Ronny Quevedo (b. 1981). The 36-foot triptych, C A R A A C A R A, 2024, explores the relationship between origin, transfer, and translation, with each panel of the composition indicating a different step in the artist’s process.
"Tacita Dean: Blind Folly" is the first major museum survey in the United States of work by British European visual artist Tacita Dean (b. 1965). The exhibition, organized in close collaboration with Dean, spotlights her career-defining approach to creating art through unmediated and chance-based drawing processes across a variety of mediums, from film to printmaking.
This year, our fall festival celebrates HCCC’s Artist Residency Program through hands-on activities and craft demonstrations led by current and former resident artists. The event is free, and all ages are welcome! At the festival, visitors can enjoy the following activities: **Create a mixed-media house collage with Perata Bradley **Make a Day of the Dead […]
Multiple artists perform the music of Johann Sebastian Bach and other composers in a benefit for Houston Food Bank. An open house, come-and-go celebration of Bach, featuring performances by teachers, students, and professional musicians. Enjoy a wide variety of music – from organ and strings to brass, flute ensembles, singers, and family duets. Don’t miss […]
“There is nothing new under the sun, but there are new suns” – Octavia Butler Framing explorations of space, geography, mapping, and land/waterscapes, especially of the African diaspora, New Suns in Lawndale’s Cecily E. Horton Gallery features new installation, painting and drawing by Ayanna Jolivet Mccloud.
Post-film Q&A with actor Yang Dong-geun moderated by Jaewook Kim, University of Houston Yang Dong-geun stars as real-life Korean-born Choi Yeong-eui as he arrives in 1938 Japan, hoping to become a fighter pilot, but ending up on a different path. He changed his name to Masutatsu Oyama and went across the country, defeating martial artists […]
Andrew Durham Gallery is thrilled to announce the opening of a new solo exhibition by contemporary artist Kelli Scott Kelley, titled "Nature Morte." The gallery will hold an opening reception on October 12th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. An artist talk will be held November 2nd, 2024 from 5:00-7:00 p.m.The exhibition will be on […]
The Health Museum will celebrate the people and institutions that have played a part in creating a healthier world and supporting the many diverse people inhabiting it at the annual Gala on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 6 p.m. at the Hotel ZaZa – Museum District. This year’s gala, Mysterious Worlds: Unveiling the Wonders of […]
Karel Zeman Film Screening Double Feature Ukradená Vzducholod - Stolen Airship, Nov, 1st 6:00pm Join us for a magical evening at the museum as we screen Karel Zeman's Stolen Airship! Embark on a thrilling adventure with five young boys soaring above Prague in this visually stunning classic. Don’t miss this cinematic journey. Sign up today! […]
The debut film from Nam Dong-hyup is a remake of Canada’s black comedy/horror film Tucker and Dale vs. Evil from 2010. Misunderstood friends Jae-pil (Lee Sung-min) and Sang-gu (Lee Hee-joon) appear to be tough guys, but are more often clueless. When they achieve their dream of buying a fixer-upper and living in the country, they […]
Step into a realm where imagination knows no limits. The boundaries of gravity and creativity blur, offering an intimate window into the essence of creativity itself with Pilobolus’s re:CREATION Tour. Following a triumphant three week summer residency at The Joyce Theatre in New York, Pilobolus’s re:CREATION tour embarks on a nationwide journey, bringing their celebrated […]
In this two-week filmmaking camp, Kids TV producer Dan Gordon leads campers in scripting, filming, and acting in an original movie exploring the themes of community building and development. Learn the technical aspects of filmmaking, from camera operation to set design, while exploring cultural experiences from around the world! At the end of camp, parents […]
Attention, artists and manga fanatics! At our popular manga camp, create your own comics inspired by the Japanese manga style. Beginner to advanced students will learn new skills to bring comics to life on paper and on the web. Learn how comics are made, compete in sketching contests, and show off your work on the […]
Dive into calligraphy traditions and learn how nature has influenced this art form across Asia and beyond. Campers will be introduced to different techniques, scripts, and tools to create their own expressive artwork. No prior calligraphy or brushwork experience needed. Recommended for students ages 9–12.
"Out of Thin Air: Emerging Forms" examines drawing as a meditative process that invites the gradual appearance of indeterminate images. Selected from the Menil Collection’s permanent collection, this display of twenty-nine drawings dating from the late 1930s to the present share a visual language of emerging forms. On view September 20, 2024 through January 26, […]
"Fragments of Memory", a selection of works from the Menil Collection’s permanent collection, explores the ways in which the past imbues present experiences. In their drawings, the featured artists take up commonplace embodiments of personal and collective memory, such as scrapbooks, snapshots, notes, relics, and odes, to reimagine how we might access fraught memories and […]
Wall Drawing Series: Ronny Quevedo features a site-specific work by New York-based artist Ronny Quevedo (b. 1981). The 36-foot triptych, C A R A A C A R A, 2024, explores the relationship between origin, transfer, and translation, with each panel of the composition indicating a different step in the artist’s process.
"Tacita Dean: Blind Folly" is the first major museum survey in the United States of work by British European visual artist Tacita Dean (b. 1965). The exhibition, organized in close collaboration with Dean, spotlights her career-defining approach to creating art through unmediated and chance-based drawing processes across a variety of mediums, from film to printmaking.
This compelling and transformative exhibition features the masterful paintings and drawings of acclaimed artist David Kassan, capturing the poignant stories and portraits of Holocaust survivors. "Facing Survival" stands as a profound testament to the enduring power of art in narrating the untold stories of resilience and survival. Through the evocative paintings and sketches meticulously crafted […]
This workshop focuses on the dancer’s experience in front of the camera, offering real-time feedback on how movement translates through the lens. Unlike performing for a live audience, dancing for the camera requires an understanding of framing, angles, and proximity to effectively communicate intention and emotion. Participants will explore how subtle shifts can drastically impact […]
Houston Premiere! Prolific filmmaker Hong Sangsoo has made more than 30 films in 25 years, creating semi-autobiographical, character-driven stories about individuals working in creative professions. His go-to actress Kim Minhee won a top prize at the Locarno Film Festival for her role in By the Stream as Jeonim, an artist teaching at a Seoul university, […]
Ahead of its time in 2003, Save the Green Planet! is now a cult favorite due the popularity of the Korean New Wave. Byeong-gu (Shin Ha-kyun) believes the world is on the verge of an alien invasion, and sets out to save planet Earth. Convinced that the head of a chemical production company (Baek Yun-shik) […]