A perfect show for the holidays When gunmen seize an LA skyscraper, off-duty policeman John McClane is the hostages’ only hope. This uplifting action romp (and unauthorized parody) pays affectionate tribute to the iconic 80s festive fan favorite. Essential viewing for Hans Gruber superfans and newcomers alike. This joyfully funny show premiered at the Edinburgh […]
A “matchless American dance company” For Crying Out Loud Choreography by Dwight Rhoden Music by U2 Hailed as a “matchless American dance company” by the Philadelphia Inquirer, Complexions Contemporary Ballet transcends dance tradition through a groundbreaking approach to the art. Founded in 1994 by master choreographer Dwight Rhoden and the legendary Desmond Richardson, Complexions’ foremost […]
Mexico’s most revered traditional dance company Founded in 1952 by choreographer Amalia Hernández, Ballet Folklórico is Mexico’s most revered traditional dance company, bringing together the music, dance, and costumes of Mexican folklore, from pre-Colombian civilizations through the modern era. “The gorgeous costumes and breathtaking formations keep coming, dance after dance.” - The New York Times […]
Explore distinctive rhythms of breath art GRAMMY winners Sō Percussion join forces with Shodekeh Talifero to explore distinctive rhythms with breath art, vocal percussion, beatboxing, and physical percussion in Vodalities, a collaboration dedicated to three towering vocalists: Bobby McFerrin, Ella Fitzgerald, and Doug E. Fresh, the Original Human Beatbox. “We love making music with Sho'! […]
Marlon Simon and the nagual spirits live in concert premiering in Houston all new work from their acclaimed album "On different paths".
Music and mayhem, subversive and sublime At last! An evening of pure CHAOS. International siren and comedienne extraordinaire Meow Meow brings her glorious brand of subversive and sublime performance to Houston. The spectacular crowd-surfing queen of song creates an unforgettable evening of exquisite music and much mayhem. Prepare for Piazzolla tangos, Weill, Brecht, Brel, even […]
A singular and genre-defying artist across realms Anoushka Shankar brings to Houston a new quintet of musicians, with whom she has carved out a new, multifaceted and dynamic sound as they perform music from her two newly-released mini-albums, Chapter I: Forever, For Now and Chapter II: How Dark It Is Before Dawn, alongside thoroughly shaken-up, […]
Vivaldi's Four Seasons at 300 Baroque orchestra superstars Les Arts Florissants are joined by fast-rising violinist Théotime Langlois de Swarte, commemorating the original publication of Vivaldi’s Opus 8, Nos. 1-4 (The Four Seasons) in 1725. The program frames these iconic masterpieces afresh, setting them alongside music Vivaldi would have known in Venice and compositions which […]
Andreas Kern vs. Paul Cibis Two pianists. Six rounds. Who will win? You decide! The brainchild of internationally acclaimed pianists Andreas Kern and Paul Cibis comes to Jones Hall where the two masters go head-to-head. Despite being friends in real life, mercy is the last thing on their minds when they’re battling it out on […]
The tradition-steeped rhythms of Japan Kodō forges new paths for a vibrant art-form. Kodō, the Japanese word meaning “heartbeat” or “children of the drum,” has offered entertainment and escape for audiences connecting the present with the tradition-steeped rhythms of old-world Japan. In Warabe, Kodō looks to its classic repertoire and aesthetics from the ensemble’s early days. […]
The rhythms and harmonies of South African traditions Ladysmith Black Mambazo celebrates the intricate rhythms and harmonies of their native South African music traditions. The a cappella group has gained worldwide attention through their 30 albums, including notable features on Paul Simon’s Graceland, collaborations with Stevie Wonder, Dolly Parton, and Josh Groban, and an iconic […]
An evening of discussion with the celebrated author of A Gentleman in Moscow Towles is the author of the bestsellers Rules of Civility, A Gentleman in Moscow (newly adapted for television by Paramount+ and Showtime), and The Lincoln Highway, which debuted at #1 on the New York Times bestseller list, as well as the forthcoming […]
