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January 2019
TSW Monthly Meeting
Come join us for our monthly meeting every 3rd Wednesday of the month. See a scene from our upcoming show or a workshop from an up and coming director, learn about the latest TSW news, and hang out with your TSW friends. We can't wait to see you!
Find out more »February 2019
Bootycandy by Robert O’Hara
Bootycandy tells the story of Sutter, a young gay black man on an outrageous odyssey through his childhood home, his church, dive bars, motel rooms, and his grandmother’s nursing home. Bootycandy won the 2015 Lambda Literary Award for Best LGBT Drama and the original Off-Broadway production was a New York Times Critic’s Pick. The Times review praised the script for being “as raw in its language and raucous in spirit as it is smart and provocative.” The show is at…
Find out more »SPRY Montrose Diner
For seniors age 60+ and accompanying caregivers/partners. Montrose Diner Days begins at 9am every Monday, Wednesday & Friday with social and light recreational activities, followed by a freshly prepared lunch served at noon. There is no charge to seniors, however, participation requires a brief registration. For more information, please call 713-529-0037 x222 and leave your name and preferred contact method.
Find out more »INVERSION Art Opening
Join artist Jan Golden for the opening reception of INVERSION - Thursday, February 21st from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at the Cloister Gallery. This new body of work explores shapes in nature and architecture (including some familiar locations in Houston) that have been exaggerated, abstracted and distorted through an exciting mix of motion and bold inversion of colors. Exhibition will continue until March 22, 2019 and is open Monday-Friday 11am-2pm.
Find out more »I Love MELODRAMA Boutique
In recognition of Valentine's day and Black History Month, Melodrama Boutique is hosting a Wine Tasting with all things fabulous with community love! We have partnered with The Turkey Leg Hut, Buy the Glass Wine Bar & Lounge, Delectable Dessert Boutique and topped off with the sounds of DJSupaStar.
Find out more »“Alaska” comes to Old Town Spring
Head to the Last Frontier without leaving your own backyard. Old West Melodrama is setting the stage for “Alaska” by Robert Fulton Kennedy at Puffabelly’s Depot Restaurant in Old Town Spring. The story centers on Persephone Proudheart, who is in search of her lover Cyril Twigbucket. She worries he has passed away in the mountains, while in fact, he has found a richer reward in his search for gold. “Will he escape from the clutches of Rhinestone Fred and Goldust…
Find out more »Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts Presents FELA!
Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (Kinder HSPVA) presents FELA! as its Spring 2019 All-School Musical production. FELA! tells the story of the legendary Nigerian musician Fela Kuti, whose soulful Afrobeat – a blend of jazz, funk, and African rhythm and harmonies – rhythms ignited a generation. Motivated by his mother, a civil rights champion, Fela Kuti defied a corrupt and oppressive military government and devoted his life and music to the struggle for freedom and human…
Find out more »22nd Annual Jazz Festival
The Moores School of Music presents the 22nd Annual Moores School Jazz Festival, an adjudicated event that features middle school and high school jazz ensembles from around the state of Texas. The festival kicks off on Friday, February 22, 2019 as part of our Fridays at Moores series and will include performances by the award-winning Moores School of Music Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Orchestra under the direction of Noe Marmolejo. $15 adult/$12 alumni, senior, staff/$10 student.
Find out more »Bootycandy
Robert O’Hara’s semi-autobiographical and wildly subversive comedy tells the story of Sutter, a young gay black man on an outrageous odyssey through his childhood home, his church, dive bars, motel rooms, and his grandmother’s nursing home. At times poignant, shocking, hilarious, and wise, BOOTYCANDY is a kaleidoscope of scenes, sermons, sketches, and daring meta-theatrics. Winner of the 2015 Lambda Literary Award for Best LGBT Drama and a New York Times Critic’s Pick. Pay-What-You-Can.
Find out more »Haute Night OUT Fashion Show
At press time, there were no deets for this big bash, but rest assured it will feature all the glamourous fashion ogling you’re used to at this party after the Red Dress Gala, which, in the past, has benefitted such worthy causes as AIDS Foundation Houston and H.A.T.C.H. Come out and strut your stuff with the rest of Houston’s hippest fashionistas.
Find out more »A Flea in Her Ear
Madame Chandebise has everything an upper-class woman could want — until her husband suddenly loses all interest in her. Suspicion puts "a flea in her ear," and she must test his fidelity in Paris's most notorious love hotel. Classic farce from the all-time master! Showtimes: February 22, 23, 24, 25, 28 at 8 p.m. March 1, 2 at 8 p.m. February 24 at 2 p.m. March 3 at 2 p.m. $10 student/$15 alumni, senior, staff/$20 adult.
Find out more »Clear Lake Gem and Mineral Show
Explore, shop, and learn at the Clear Lake Gem and Mineral Show! Come see and learn about rare fossils, rocks, and gems! Watch demonstrations of cutting stones. Shop for books, tools, mineral and fossil specimens, jewelry, and more! Hands-on area where children of all ages can learn about geology! We will also have DINOSAURS ROCK which is a 40 minute program followed by a Fossil Dig. Each child digs for 3 specimens to take home. Dinosaurs rock will be Saturday…
Find out more »Decadent Desserts & Dancing
Get your tickets today for LGBTQ Houston's most delicious event! Tickets and donations benefit AssistHers, providing resources and care to the most vulnerable women in our community. Don't miss an afternoon of bountiful desserts, BBQ, photo booth, raffles, and lots of boot scooting! $25 now | $30 at the door
Find out more »Boylesque: Tony’s Place Edition on February 24
On Sunday, February 24, enjoy the daring showmanship (and costumes) of the Long Island Boys as they present "Boylesque!" You will also be helping to raise money for Tony's Place Houston. Tony's Place helps young people who are experiencing homelessness not just to survive and thrive, but to find their future. Go to Tonysplace.org and click on "events" to buy tickets. Seating is limited. Note: Your $75 ticket includes dinner at 5 p.m. and the show, which starts at 6.…
Find out more »Climate Change & What You Can Do
Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church invites you to a monthly environmental education web meeting series whose theme in 2019 is environmental issues and what you can do. In February, Dan Cohan, associate professor at Rice University, Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, will speak on climate change. Climate change has been deemed one of the most significant environmental issues facing North America by the U.N.'s Global Environmental Outlook, the U.N.'s flagship environmental assessment. Professor Cohan will educate on the…
Find out more »Kacey Musgraves opens Rodeo Houston 2019
In the nearly six years since she released her debut album Same Trailer, Different Park, Grammy-winning artist Kacey Musgraves has released 15 singles and four studio albums, with three albums reaching the No. 1 spot on the Top Country Albums chart. She’ll be sure to open this year’s rodeo with a boot-scootin’ bang.
Find out more »Artist Lecture: Soledad Salamé
The UH School of Art presents a talk by artist Soledad Salamé whose work focuses onthe connection between art, science, nature and technology. About the Artist A native of Santiago, Chile, Soledad Salamé is the founder and director of Sol Print Studios in Baltimore, Maryland where she lives and works. http://www.soledadsalame.com/
Find out more »Positive Understanding of Sex, Sensuality & Yourself (PUSSY) Workshop Series
We'll be having a monthly Positive Understanding of Sex, Sensuality & Yourself (PUSSY) workshop series focusing on sex positivity and reducing shame! We'll be playing with sex toys, making awkward jokes, and discussing the very real ways in which sex relates to race, class, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, culture, and feminism.
Find out more »Roka Akor Sushi-Making Class
Roka Akor will be hosting its first sushi-making class on Thursday, February 28 from 12 pm to 2 pm. Come enjoy the fine art of making maki, sashimi, and nigiri led by Roka Akor’s master sushi chef. Using fresh fish flown in daily from Japan, this will be a sushi-making class like no other. From butterfish tataki to toro sashimi and nigiri, sushi rice, and more, participants are invited to learn the ins and outs of sushi-making. To reserve your…
Find out more »Lgbtq+ Veteran Women & Non-Binary Folks: Community Support Space
Grace After Fire is teaming up with LHI Houston to create a space of support to Houston's LGBTQ+ women and non-binary veterans. In this monthly meeting, we will provide food, community, and friendship. We welcome all LGBTQ+ and non-binary veterans to attend. The space is people of color (POC), queer, and trans centered/affirming, non-judgmental, and inclusive of all relationship dynamics.
Find out more »Toward a Better Future: Transforming The Climate Crisis
The Rothko Chapel and the University of St. Thomas will present a three-day symposium, Thursday, Feb. 28 to March 2, 2019, titled: “Toward a Better Future: Transforming The Climate Crisis.” The symposium will open on Thursday, February 28, at 7:00 p.m. at the Rothko Chapel with the opening keynote address by New York Times Global Climate Reporter and George Polk Award-winning foreign correspondent, Somini Sengupta. Continuing on Friday, March 1- Saturday, March 2, both at the Rothko Chapel and the…
Find out more »Rapture, Blister, Burn presented by 4th Wall Theatre Company
Hot off the heels of sellout smash “Pride and Prejudice,” 4th Wall Theatre Company is starting 2019 with another Houston premiere, “Rapture, Blister, Burn” by Gina Gionfriddo. This 2013 Pulitzer Prize Finalist is a comedic but unflinching look at gender politics in the wake of fourth-wave feminism. “As a piece that’s part history lesson, part gender prognostication, and part laugh-out-loud comedy, we think there’s something here for everyone,” says Kim Tobin-Lehl, Director and 4th Wall Co-Artistic Director. “It’s a whip-smart…
Find out more »March 2019
Heroes for Children Plays “Fore” Childhood Cancer in Houston
Heroes for Children – a nonprofit organization that provides social and financial assistance to Texas families with a child aged 0 to 22 battling cancer. Join Event Chair Jason Johnson, and Heroes for Children for three hours of Topgolf play plus food, awards, raffles and prizes. All proceeds benefit the mission of Heroes for Children.
Find out more »Youth Performance Poetry Sessions at Discovery Green
Writers in the Schools (WITS) offers free writing and performance poetry workshops for poets ages 13 to 19 on Fridays, March 1, April 5 and May 3, 2019.
Find out more »Marchesi Incisa Della Rocchetta Wine Dinner
Join us as we welcome one of the oldest and most respected winemaking families of Piedmont, Italy to Ristorante Cavour at Hotel Granduca. The event will feature a 4 course menu by Executive Chef Maurizio Ferrarese. A special guest of honor will describe the wines from the Marchesi Incisa Della Rocchetta family. $135 - $260
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