A bold spotlight will shine on the legacy, brilliance, and resilience of Black women in film as the African American Women in Cinema (AAWIC) organization marks a powerful milestone: its 25th Annual AAWIC Film Festival, set for May 15–17, 2025, …

The Ensemble Theatre is turning up the heat this season with the premiere of “Coconut Cake,” a soul-stirring stage production that explores the heart and humor of Black male relationships. Written by acclaimed playwright Melda Beaty and directed by the …

Houston’s cultural pulse is poised to quicken this spring as the highly anticipated SMITH WORKS by Vitacca Ballet makes its dazzling debut at the Hobby Center’s Zilkha Theater on Thursday, May 15 and Friday, May 16, 2025. This two-night ballet …

Texas Southern University (TSU), one of the nation’s most revered historically Black universities, is striking a celebratory chord with the grand reopening of its beloved Charles P. Rhinehart Music Auditorium. Following a $3.5 million renovation and years of anticipation, the …

Houston, get ready to plug into the raw power of rock music like never before. Beginning May 9, ARTECHOUSE Houston will unveil “Rolling Stone Presents: AMPLIFIED”—a mind-blowing immersive journey into the legacy of rock ‘n’ roll, narrated by the iconic …

Applicants must be a Houston-based performing artist or organization and demonstrate readiness to present a 90–120-minute performance in Zilkha Hall.

Holocaust Museum Houston offers free admission on select days in May to honor Holocaust survivors and military families.

Get ready, Houston! The heartbeat of the city’s cultural soul returns stronger than ever as the East End Street Fest electrifies Cinco de Mayo weekend with a vibrant fusion of music, food, art, and unforgettable performances. This free, family-friendly celebration …

This spring, The Ensemble Theatre invites audiences to feast on more than just a slice of drama — they’re serving up Melda Beaty’s sizzling and soulful play, "Coconut Cake," as part of an exciting rolling world premiere! Opening Friday, May …

Solange Knowles is set to ignite Houston’s cultural scene with the highly anticipated return of her Eldorado Ballroom series, blending music, art, and community in a celebration of Black creativity and innovation.

In a world often defined by division, Ailian Yang chooses harmony. From the ancient city of Xi’an to the cultural mosaic of Houston, her journey is a testament to the power of music as a cultural force—and to one woman’s …

Houston is gearing up to celebrate one of its most iconic and creatively charged traditions — the 38th Annual Houston Art Car Parade, revving up Downtown from April 10–13, 2025, with an electrifying lineup of festivities guaranteed to ignite imaginations …

🎭✨ Cue the lights, raise the curtain, and let the magic unfold! Houston’s high school theatre scene is taking center stage once again as Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) proudly announces the finalists for the much-anticipated 2025 Tommy Tune Awards. …

Houston’s premier art event, the Bayou City Art Festival, is back to transform Downtown Houston into an electrifying open-air gallery on March 29-30, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Art Colony Association (ACA) proudly presents this vibrant festival, …

Get ready for a weekend of art, music, and community at the Bayou City Art Festival—featuring over 250 artists and a fresh new leadership team driving the event forward!