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The Ensemble Theatre Concludes 48th Season with Electrifying “The Tap Dance Kid” Musical Spectacular

The Ensemble Theatre is ending its remarkable 48th Artistic Season on a powerful, rhythmic note with the highly anticipated opening of The Tap Dance Kid, a Tony Award-winning musical that opens tomorrow. Bursting with energy, heart, and soul, the production …

Celebrate Summer Under the Stars at Discovery Green: Where Houston Comes Alive After Dark

Summer nights in Houston just got brighter, bolder, and more exhilarating—thanks to Discovery Green, the city's 12-acre urban oasis in the heart of downtown. From dance-fueled evenings and pride-filled celebrations to splashy adventures on Kinder Lake and soul-soothing fitness sessions, …

How Brittany Webb’s MFAH Appointment Signals a Bold, Inclusive Future for Houston’s Art Scene

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH) has just made a power move—one that reflects the city's growing cultural momentum and commitment to artistic excellence that tells a fuller American story. This summer, the museum welcomes Dr. Brittany Webb as …

A Celebration of Freedom, Music, and Legacy at Miller Outdoor Theatre

This week, Miller Outdoor Theatre transforms into a living canvas of cultural pride, rhythmic storytelling, and musical brilliance with a three-day stretch of unforgettable programming, all free and open to the public in Houston's beloved Hermann Park.

From Houston to the World Stage: Alley Theatre’s New Works Take Center Spotlight in New York and London

Houston’s powerhouse of theatrical innovation, the Tony Award®-winning Alley Theatre, continues to cement its legacy as a national leader in new play development and artistic excellence. This cultural gem is making headlines once again, as two standout productions from its …

Amplifying Houston’s Legacy One Story at a Time: Alexus Grace Rhone Re-Imagines Sunnyside and Fifth Ward Narratives Through Live Art and Community Storytelling

Houston’s roots run deep—and thanks to the soulful work of Alexus Grace Rhone, those roots are being celebrated, re-imagined, and revived through a vibrant fusion of performance, history, and healing.

Harlem’s Historic Moment Needs You: The Birthplace of the Big Apple Monument Seeks Urgent Support

“Not since the Peace Sign has there been a symbol…” – The late Congressman Charles B. Rangel

Jeremy Jordan to Headline Theatre Under The Stars’ Lights Up Gala: A Back to the Future-Themed Night of Broadway Brilliance

Houston’s arts scene is gearing up for an unforgettable evening of Broadway glamour, retro vibes, and community celebration as Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) presents its highly anticipated Lights Up Gala on Friday, November 7, 2025, at The Post Oak …

Protecting the Pulse of Black Creativity: HSPVA’s Legacy Faces a Test—And the Community Responds

In a climate where history is being redacted and diversity programs are under siege across the country, the cancellation of the beloved Black History Production at Houston’s High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA) struck a deep and …

Reclaiming Truth, Reimagining Freedom: Houston Artists Honor 160 Years of Juneteenth Through Dance, Poetry, and Visual Art

Houston is home to a rich tapestry of cultural expression, and this Juneteenth, three trailblazing local voices are using art to amplify the power of remembrance, resistance, and rebirth. In a compelling convergence of movement, poetry, and visual storytelling, the …

African American Women in Cinema Celebrates 25 Years of Empowering Women Filmmakers: Honoring Skye Marshall and Premiering To Live and Die and Live

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, …

he Ensemble Theatre Serves Up a Bold Slice of Black Brotherhood with “Coconut Cake”

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 …

SMITH WORKS by Vitacca Ballet – A Triumphant Homecoming of Houston-Born Ballet Brilliance

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 Reopens Historic Rhinehart Auditorium After $3.5M Renovation—A Melodic Legacy Restored

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 …

ARTECHOUSE Houston Unleashes “Rolling Stone Presents: AMPLIFIED” – A Groundbreaking Immersive Rock ‘n’ Roll Experience Narrated by Kevin Bacon

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 …

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