Spanning genres and mediums, Cécile McLorin Salvant’s artistic practice has few boundaries. In addition to her music, McLorin Salvant is known for her large-scale textile drawings. In April, at the invitation of DACAMERA and The Menil Collection, McLorin Salvant will be in residence at the museum, with a particular focus on the exhibition of work …
Meta4 returns to DACAMERA with a dynamic program of vivid musical contrasts. DACAMERA’s dear friend, the great Finnish composer Kaija Saariaho (1952-2023), is remembered with a performance of her second quartet, Terra Memoria; composed “for those departed,” the work is deeply moving in its hypnotic exploration of memory, loss and transformation. In 2013, DACAMERA presented …
Bach Society Houston presents the profound beauty of sacred music with two Holy Week performances at Christ the King Lutheran Church. On Palm Sunday, April 13 at 3 PM, begin your Holy Week journey with Bach’s joyful and rarely performed “Himmelskönig, sei willkommen (BWV 182),” one of his earliest sacred works composed for the occasion. …
Experience musical responses to the Moody's current exhibition Breath(e): Toward Climate and Social Justice composed and performed by Shepherd School of Music students. Organized by Rice students Jaylin Vinson and Victor Cui, a series of original compositions will be played in the galleries, followed by a reception.
The Catastrophic Theatre presents the World Premiere of FROZEN SECTION by Lisa D’Amour Directed by Jason Nodler A post-apocalyptic comedy with a side of existential dread “Welcome to Tyler’s, where a stranger is just a friend waiting to happen.“ Come meet the idiosyncratic, delightfully panicked community who works and shops at Tyler’s, a grocery store …
On Thursday, April 24, 2025, join the Latina Leadership Podcast for the Latinas in Education Community Event–a powerful evening of connection, learning, and empowerment at the Denver Harbor Community Center. This free event is open to all and welcomes Latinas in the education field, those pursuing higher education, and anyone passionate about building a stronger, …
The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency, a nonprofit providing Houston area women and girls with the tools needed to be advocates for their health, is pleased to announce the 10th Annual Wine Dinner on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at The Astorian, 2500 Summer St., Houston 77007. Proceeds from the event …
Free advance screening of LGBTQ-themed Sony Classics movie ON SWIFT HORSES starring Jacob Elordi on Thursday, April 24 at 7:30 PM at the Regal Edwards Houston Marq'E, 7600 Katy Fwy. RSVP required via Eventbrite https://bit.ly/3RaJv4k
Play BINGO at Frost Town Brewing to help raise funds for the Trans Legal Aid Clinic of Texas! Everyone gets one free card each round. Extra cards are $2 and those funds go directly to TLACT to help trans and non-binary Texans with Legal name changes.
Join current resident jewelry artist Dongyi Wu in making fashion-inspired jewelry. Dongyi incorporates garment-making skills and fashion elements into her jewelry, which explores the relationship between human bodies and their surroundings. In this workshop, participants will learn how to construct and transform fabric and basic metal materials into wearable jewelry, as they build connections between …
Step into a world of musical possibilities in “OPTIMISTIC”, featuring the full 40-piece chamber orchestra on April 26th, at Rice University’s Brockman Hall for Opera! Led by long-time ROCO collaborator Alastair Willis, experience the Texas premiere of Dai Wei’s Invisible Portals, a ROCO co-commissioned work that opens new dimensions of sound. Be moved by Keane …
The Triple A Alliance is hosting a BBQ dinner for the trans and nonbinary communities and our friends and families. Hamburgers, hot dogs, vegetarian and gluten free options will be available. Suggested donation of $10/plate but not required. Drinks available for purchase. The brewery is open specifically for our party. Kids and dogs are welcome.
Join metalsmith and former resident artist Edward Lane McCartney to learn fold-forming! Using a hammer and mallet, shape a stunning copper leaf by folding the metal and forming the edge to create an organic texture and curve. Once the hammering is complete, the copper can be unfolded to reveal a leaf-like form. Finish your piece …
SAVE THE DATE!!! May 3, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Join your Heights area friends and fellow parishioners at this Food Festival for an exciting evening sampling foods from 20 local restaurants, enjoying live music, dancing, and browsing through the Silent Auction! This event is the major annual fundraiser for All Saints. Funds …
Like the finest Grand Cru vintages, Houston Food Bank's 25th Annual Chefs' Dinner will once again bring together Houston’s culinary best to create an exceptional dinner to help provide food for better lives in our community. The dinner will be held on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at the Hotel ZaZa – Museum District. Guests will …
The Triple A Alliance will be on hand to collect donations for top surgeries for trans masc Houstonians.
Hosted on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at The Briar Club, Arms Wide’s annual Fulfilling Families Luncheon furthers our mission of transforming the lives of children in foster care who are in need of safe and nurturing permanent families. This year’s luncheon is co-chaired by Chea Kelly and Justine Klinke. Jamerika Haynes-Lewis, who was crowned USA …
Through an inimitable voice that The New York Times touts as “a smooth, dark alto possessed of qualities you might associate with barrel-aged bourbon or butter-soft leather,” acclaimed vocalist and songwriter Lizz Wright’s singing is a soaring reflection of the cultural fabric of America. Wright is one of the great modern American singers, with an …
Marlene Dietrich once said, “It’s the friends you can call at 4 a.m. that matter.” Becca, Tammy, and Kim are exactly those kinds of friends—lifelong Houston companions bound by humor, heart, and the ties that never break. 4 a.m. Friends takes you on a journey through decades of laughter, fights, love, and unwavering support, from …
Come Join the Houston Bears up in Groesbeck, TX as we eat, relax, and celebrate our way through the weekend! Between the pool parties, sing-a-long, and drag show featuring Jacklyn Dior, there is sure to be something for everyone. Funds raised will be directly benefiting the Omega House, Out for Education, and the TLACT.
Frost Town Brewing has some charitable fun each month as Lou and Tony host Fruity Friday Bingo! Bingo is free to play and prizes include Frost Town beer and merch! 100% of additional bingo card sales go to local non-profits benefitting the queer community in Houston. Fruited beers and ciders are discounted all evening long …
Join us at Asher: Off the Wall to celebrate the vibrant colors of all craft media! Inspired by the hues of the season, our 2025 Spring | Summer Collection will showcase a fresh variety of jewelry, wearables, ceramics, paper goods, and more, featuring works from a newly curated group of Asher artists. See the full …
Silver Street Studios has open studio days every 2nd and 3rd Saturdays from 12-5pm. Come meet local artists, spend the day enjoying the art gallery exhibitions, and spent some time shopping for jewelry, glasswork, paintings, sculpture, photography and more. The event is free, family friendly, convenient and free parking, and right in the Washington Arts …
Weekly - Mondays OUT LATER is a gay men’s discussion group for men who are living life after coming out later -- focusing on life issues of parenting, divorce, family, dating, relationships, and other issues of concern to group participants. Mondays, 7:30-9:00, at Montrose Counseling Center, Room 103 email: outlater.group@outlook.com
Jule Styne wrote music that was Broadway at its brassy best. The 50's were perhaps his best decade as he wrote shows that were high points in the careers of Broadway's beloved stars such as Carol Channing, Mary Martin, Judy Holliday, and Ethel Merman. Styne's songs from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Peter Pan, Bells Are Ringing, …
