Film/Cinema
Time Warp World
Silver Street Studios 2000 Edwards St., Houston, TX, United StatesTime Warp World is an all-new reimagined, interactive fan celebration inspired by cult + Sci Fi movies from the past, all things Rocky Horror, classic Rock ‘n’ Roll records, and the referential, remixed nature of pop culture. Take a strange journey down the rabbit hole into the twilight zone between reality and your wildest fantasies …
Time Warp World
Silver Street Studios 2000 Edwards , Houston, TX, United StatesThe Time Warp World is an all-new reimagined, interactive fan celebration inspired by cult + Sci Fi movies from the past, all things Rocky Horror, classic Rock ‘n’ Roll records, and the referential, remixed nature of pop culture. Take a strange journey down the rabbit hole into the twilight zone between reality and your wildest …
Bayou City Comic Con
The Westin Galleria 5060 W Alabama St, Houston, TX, United StatesBayou City Comic Con is bringing the worlds of entertainment to Houstonians! Come and join us in welcoming Celebrity Guests and Artists Guests from Film, TV, Comics, Sci-Fi, Marvel, DC and other beyond your imagination genres to the Bayou City. Meet TV and Films stars John Noble (Fringe, Lord of the Rings), Aleks Paunovic (Snowpiercer), …
Bachelor Watch Party at the C. Baldwin Hotel
C. Baldwin Hotel 400 Dallas St., HoustonJoin us for the official Houston Bachelor Watch Party! Watch Houston's Bachelor debut right where the episode was filmed at the picturesque C. Baldwin Hotel. Invite you Bachelor crew and cheers to the big night with champagne, light bites, prizes, and more, including several Instagramable moments to document the big night.
Samsāra Award-winning VR Experience at the Moody
Rice University Moody Center for the Arts 6100 Main Street, HoustonAbout the Film Samsāra, a virtual narrative by Hsin-Chien Huang, begins in the near future when the Earth's resources have depleted due to human greed. Fighting for natural resources leads to catastrophic wars and global destruction forcing the remaining population to leave Earth and find a new home. Will this long quest for a new …
The Face of God
online United Kingdom, LondonFrom the melting permafrost that threatens churches in Alaska to the wildfires that ravaged California this past year, to the U.S. South where hurricanes are becoming stronger and more deadly, communities around the globe are already feeling the rising impacts of global climate change. The Face of God is a film about God and nature, …
Opening Reception for Samsāra VR Experience and Remote Q&A with Artist
Rice University Moody Center for the Arts 6100 Main Street, HoustonFree + Open the Public | Bites + Beverages| Registration Encouraged Experience the award-winning virtual reality film, Samsāra, and speak with the director and artist Hsin-Chien Huang (remote) about how VR can promote a spiritual evolution via immersive experiences grounded in building empathy. Huang's talk and Q&A will begin at 7:30 p.m. Attendees will have …
The Path of Hope: A Study on Climate Action for Faith Communities
online United Kingdom, LondonYou are invited to join an online discussion series built around 15-minute videos featuring interviews with US faith leaders, representatives of climate-impacted communities from the global South, and presentations by UN officials and other experts. The videos walk viewers through four key climate policy issues that intersect with universal faith concerns for vulnerable and marginalized …
Texas Justice: Brandon Woodruff
University of Houston-Downtown 1 Main St, Houston, TX, United StatesFilm screening of the documentary, Texas Justice: Brandon Woodruff, and Q&A with the film's co-producers, Scott Poggensee and Richard Ray. Event is free, but you must reserve tickets at the event site, www.tinyurl.com/texasjusticehouston Texas Justice: Brandon Woodruff takes a hard-hitting look at the Capital Murder case of Brandon Woodruff. In October of 2005, Small-Town East …
Transfictions/Transficciones
Talento Bilingue de Houston 333 S. Jensen Dr, Houston, TX, United States(en español más abajo) BQPS and MECA present Transfictions The Big Queer Picture Show is excited to partner with MECA on a double feature of Latin American trans films. 4:00 - Naomi Campbel (dir. Nicolás Videla and Camila José Donoso) - 85m Yermén is a transgender woman who works in a call-center that provides a …
Fall 2022 Interfaith Environmental Stewardship Event
Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve 6304 Gasmer, Houston, TX, United StatesCalling people of all faiths or no faith at all in Houston to care for our shared environment! We will engage in hands-on environmental stewardship at the Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve, getting the park spruced up for MusicFest on Oct. 29. This event will offer activities for all ages and skill levels. Meet at the …
Psykho III The Musical with Kumquat
Buddy's 2409 Grant Street, HoustonJoin The Big Queer Picture Show for a free screening of the Halloween camp short film Psykho III The Musical, followed by a performance by Kumquat. Psykho III The Musical is an intriguing play on the tension between “authentic” and “pop” camp. This celebration of artifice was originally written, directed, and produced by Mark Oates …
Psykho III: The Musical with Kumquat
Buddy's 2409 Grant Street, HoustonJoin The Big Queer Picture Show for a free screening of the Halloween camp short film Psykho III The Musical, followed by a performance by Kumquat. Psykho III The Musical is an intriguing play on the tension between “authentic” and “pop” camp. This celebration of artifice was originally written, directed, and produced by Mark Oates …
M-K-T Hike, Bike & Fright Fest
M-K-T 600 N Shepherd Drive, HoustonThrills and chills for all ages! Explore our Trick-or-Treat Trail and Shop Local Market. Bewitching live performances will cast a spell on you. Eat, drink, and be scary with tasty pop-ups and wicked deals in your fave shops and restaurants. Gather your ghouls after dark for The Craft on the lawn!
Climate Solutions 101
online United Kingdom, LondonThink there is no solution to climate change? Nothing could be farther from the truth. Climate Solutions 101 is the world’s first major educational effort focused solely on climate solutions. Rather than rehashing well-known climate challenges, these materials from Project Drawdown concentrate on game-changing climate action based on rigorous scientific research and analysis. This course, …
30th Festival of Films From Iran Screening: ‘This Is Not Me’
Asia Society Texas Center 1370 Southmore Blvd, Houston, TX, United States'This Is Not Me' is a documentary about the lives of Shervin and Saman, two transgender youth coming of age in Iran. Iran is the only country in that West Asian region to recognize trans people — any other LGBQ+ identity is banned. Yet, they still face severe social constraints, as they pursue gender realignment …
30th Festival of Films From Iran Screening: ‘This Is Not Me’
Asia Society Texas Center 1370 Southmore Blvd, Houston, TX, United StatesThis Is Not Me is a documentary about the lives of Shervin and Saman, two transgender youth coming of age in Iran. Iran is the only country in that West Asian region to recognize trans people — any other LGBQ+ identity is banned. Yet Shervin and Saman still face severe social constraints and — despite …
The Face of God
online United Kingdom, LondonFrom the melting permafrost that threatens churches in Alaska to the wildfires that ravaged California this past year, to the U.S. South where hurricanes are becoming stronger and more deadly, communities around the globe are already feeling the rising impacts of global climate change. The Face of God is a film about God and nature, …
Write Your Narrative, Change the World
Sesh Coworking 2808 Caroline Street #100, #201, Houston, TX, United StatesJoin us for a conversation about writing from your unique perspective and how to channel your voice into stories that reach the entire world. Amid the 88th Texas Legislature, learn how to engage in constructive action to support meaningful causes of reproductive and LGBTQ+ rights. PAMELA RIBON is an Academy Award-nominated screenwriter, best-selling author, and …
Spring 2023 Interfaith Environmental Stewardship Event
Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve 6304 Gasmer, Houston, TX, United StatesCalling people of all faiths or no faith at all in Houston to care for our shared environment during Earth Month! We will engage in hands-on environmental stewardship at the Willow Waterhole Conservation Reserve, including mulching around plantings, cleaning up the park and painting. This event will offer activities for all ages and skill levels. …
A Run for More
Talento Bilingue de Houston 333 S. Jensen Dr, Houston, TX, United StatesA Run for More Wednesday, June 21st | 7PM | FREE MECA @ TBH presented with The Truth Project Frankie Gonzales-Wolf makes case for history, running as the first openly trans elected official in Texas and she navigates her own journey in relationship to her trans sisters and to her representational image in office. Followed …
John Waters TRASH-A-THON at #Numbers
Numbers Night Club 300 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX, United StatesThree CELLULOID ATROCITIES by the Pope of Trash! Ticket includes entry to all three films. Must be 18+ to attend. Friends of River Oaks Theatre presents a depraved triple-feature of iconic John Waters films, representing three decades of his career: Serial Mom, Polyester and Pink Flamingos. The event will be at #Numbers and hosted by …
Old Lesbians Screening and Panel Discussion
University of Houston Student Center South, Theater 103 4455 University Dr, HoustonUH Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program presents a screening of the short film "Old Lesbians," a short film about the work of Houston activist and herstorian Arden Eversmeyer. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion with the film's director Meghan McDonough and others.
Summer Movie – The Lion King
Discovery Green 1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX, United StatesCelebrate the 30th anniversary of The Lion King with a move night under the stars. A lion cub named Simba looks forward to following in his father's footsteps and becoming king of the African pride lands one day, but his happy childhood turns tragic when his uncle murders his father and drives him into exile. …
Toddler Tuesdays
Discovery Green 1500 McKinney St, Houston, TX, United StatesToddlers and their caretakers enjoy a morning of interactive story time, costumed character meet and greets, activities, and soft play equipment from Toddler Towns and activities from Collab Lab. Every week features a themed story time with crafts to help toddlers discover the joy of reading and imagination. Costumes are encouraged. October 1 Book: Monsters, …