Words have histories, and they are also dangerous. In some cases, they can be so dangerous that their history is also a story of how their meaning has been manipulated or even hidden by those in positions of power. Join us for this examination of the language related...
Join us for a plaque unveiling for this volunteer-painted mural! Volunteer Houston, a program of Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston, is unveiling a plaque for a volunteer-painted mural at The Beacon. Designed by local artist Jesse Sifuentes and painted with the...
The Community Artists’ Collective will hold its seventeenth Annual Ashé Market December 19-21 at its new location at 4111 Fannin, Suite 100. Admission is free. The market, which also serves as an introduction to The Collective’s new home, features a curated selection...
In 1638, Gregorio Allegri composed a setting of Miserere mei, Deus (Psalm 51) for the Sistine Chapel. The apocryphal story is that the Vatican allowed there to be only three copies in existence, and they were locked away for safe-keeping so that no one could copy or...
How do I love thee? Composers have counted the ways through the centuries. The Houston Chamber Choir will take the listener on a romantic journey that begins in the Renaissance period with madrigals— searing and saucy. Next, are two important pieces from the Romantic...
The Houston Chamber Choir has a long tradition of featuring some of the Houston area’s most outstanding school and community choirs. This year features the Chamber Choir with McCullough Junior High School, The Treble Choir of Houston and The Woodlands High School. The...
When the Winter Witch casts a wintry spell on Christmas Eve, a young girl named Danka decides to do something about it. Setting out on a quest to find the Witch, Danka collects some pals along the way, including a certain flying reindeer and Santa Claus, himself!...
Open Dance Project presents The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, a dance theater adaptation of the L. Frank Baum classic. Join Dorothy as she is swept away from her life on a farm in Kansas to a magical Land of OZ, where she learns about friendship and courage with her rag tag...
You saw her last when she was just two Celebrate the holidays with Cindy Lou Who. Pull up a seat and fill up your cup ‘Cause your favorite little Who is all grown up. Who’s Holiday! is a wildly funny and heartfelt adults-only comedy that tells the story of Cindy...
Program: Arthur Gottschalk – Six Counterfacts – Song cycle for bass-baritone and piano, lyrics by Dorothy Parker Arthur Gottschalk – Ave Maria – for cello and piano Arthur Gottschalk – In Memorium: Sonata for cello and piano Karl Blench...
The Houston Ebony Music Society, Inc. presents the Houston Ebony Opera Guild in concert at Memorial Drive United Methodist Church. CHRISTMAS UNSUNG: VOICES FROM THE MARGINS will feature works by Stacy Gibbs, Adolphus Hailstork, David McKay, Jeffrey Ames, Kitty...
Coming Together offers a refreshing concert experience that goes beyond just listening to music—it’s an opportunity to engage with the performance and fellow attendees in a way that’s both relaxed and enriching. This special event will welcome Loop38’s three...
Experience the future of music with an exhilarating performance featuring music by Nicky Sohn and the brightest composition students! Dive into an evening of innovative sounds and boundary-pushing compositions that promise to challenge and inspire. Nicky Sohn’s...
Dance Afrikana’s 3rd Annual Kuumba Festival is a festival of creativity in Black performing arts which celebrates the Kwanzaa season through Kuumba, one of its seven principles. Kuumba is the Kiswahili word for creativity, and its purpose is to leave the community...
The Catastrophic Theatre proudly presents LOVE BOMB by Brian Jucha and the Catastrophic ensemble, Conceived and Directed by Brian Jucha. What’s Love Bomb about anyway? It’s about “taxi dancers.” Even if it isn’t. So, what’s a taxi dancer? Early last century, taxi...
Reeves Art + Design is excited to announce their upcoming solo exhibition for Rachelle LeBlanc titled “No Time for Sorry.” The exhibition will be on view November 4th – November 16th, 2024. The opening reception will take place on Friday, November 8th from 6:00 PM –...
Brazilian cellist Caio Diniz presents five world premieres for cello and piano, drawing inspiration from vibrant folk genres of Northeastern Brazil. Composers Nicky Sohn, Badie Khaleghian, Alex Berko, Jaylin Vinson and Christopher Lowry explore the lesser-known...
The Art + Climate Justice Symposium centers on the legacy of oil and gas industries, the Gulf Coast as a precarious region, and artistic and curatorial sustainable practices. The symposium features a full day of panel discussions, art breaks, and opportunities for...
Dance Source Houston is excited to present the 32nd edition of Mind The Gap, continuing the organization’s 20th anniversary season. This program will feature contemporary dance works by local choreographers including Jasmine Hearn, Persi Mey, Violet Moon, Robbie...
Award-winning a cappella chorus, Space City Sound, is thrilled to present “2024 Winter Solstice,” a concert that perfectly blends the spirit of the holiday with world-class harmony! Experience a magical winter evening of cheer with family and friends at...
