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 …
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, …
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 …
A beautifully written look at the personal cost and private struggles behind public events, this play, put on by Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church, speaks powerfully about the bonds of friendship and what defines true family.
Come and enjoy an afternoon of art, complimentary beer, wine, champagne and hors d’oeuvres at the reception for artist Ronnie Queenan from 3-5. Owner and culinary director Levi Rollins says, “Ronnie’s art delivers a broad spectrum of texture, style and emotion.” And while you’re there picking up a piece of art, grab some grub to …
The Moores School of Music presents a recital by pianist Eduardo Monteiroof the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil. He will perform works by Beethoven, Mignone, Villa-Lobos, Debussy and Wagner/Liszt.
The Moores School of Music presents a recital by Duo Edelen, comprised of Christina and Fred Edelen who, featuring music for Baroque cello and harpsichord. About the A.I. Lack Master Series The A.I. Lack Master Series at the University of Houston’s Moores School of Music annually presents distinguished classical performers and recognized pedagogues in a …
David Bertman, Cameron Kubos, directors The Moores School of Music presents a concert by the Chamber Winds and Wind Ensemble. $15 adult/$12 alumni, senior, staff/$10 student
Comedienne Amy Sedaris’ show returns to truTV. So expect more bizarre recipes, horrifically helpful hints, and other homemaker tips Martha Stewart never even dreamed of. The second season’s guest stars include Rose Byrne, Matthew Broderick, Justin Theroux, Susan Sarandon, Ellie Kemper, Fred Armisen, Ann Dowd, Martha Plimpton, Jessica Walter, and Janeane Garofalo. Check local listings.
The beloved musical is back at Theatre Under the Stars this month with a stellar cast and gorgeous costumes. The 1999 musical features such toe-tapping numbers as “Super Trouper,” “Take A Chance on Me,” “Dancing Queen,” and, of course, the title song will have you dancing in the aisles (just remember it’s impolite to sing …
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 …
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 …
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.
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 …
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 …
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 …
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
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 …
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 …
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.
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/
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 …
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 …
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.
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.
