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 …
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/
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 …
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 …
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 …
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.
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
Seven interviews about one community, "Precious Memories" is a collection of stories based on oral histories that explore Black Appalachian community survival. Performing artist Yunina Barbour-Payne (Louisville, KY) dedicates her life’s work to preserving the history and culture of Black Appalachians through performance while challenging stereotypes about the Appalachian region more generally. Yunina uses the …
The “Fridays at Moores” series continues with AURA Contemporary Ensemble’s “Eye to Ear,” an evening of music Inspired by visual art. The performance features works by guest composer Chris Arrell, Viet Cuong, George Tsontakis and student award-winning composers Carlos Cordero and Yanis Eberhart. Arrell explores a favorite cartoon in “O Popeye,” Cuong finds inspiration in …
Will the recently wed Schumer tame her ribald comedy act for something homelier? Don’t bet on it. So you can count on her bawdy self will be slaying them in the aisles of the Revention and no, her opening act will not be her uncle Chuck. https://www.facebook.com/events/482222732309398/
Rich’s is celebrating the “Big Easy” in style, bringing Carnival from the French Quarter to 2410 San Jacinto. Costumes, carnival masks, or purple, green, and gold attire are encouraged. DJ Joe Ross spins on the main stage while DJ Melle Mel spins the patio. Get your tickets early and avoid the on-night crush. https://www.facebook.com/events/396832414407770/
Presented by Writers In The Schools (WITS), the weekly Young Writers Workshop at Discovery Green is Houston’s only free and open writing workshop for kids. The class, which includes a craft provided by Houston Public Library, encourages children to express their thoughts and develop language skills.
Lights, Camera, Action! Join the Houston Pride Band as they celebrate awards season with a concert paying homage to the red carpet. Come join in the festivities and listen to music that have won Academy Awards for either Best Score or Best Original Song. Included in the selections will be classics from your favorite Disney …
If there’s anyone who can turn a mega event like this at the canernous Toyota Center into an “intimate conversation,” it’s Obama. Expect her trademark warmth, wisdom, and Oprahesque inspirational storytelling to be on hand as she discusses her book, Becoming, and the life that brought about its pages.
If there’s anyone who can turn a mega event like this at the cavernous Toyota Center into an “intimate conversation,” it’s Obama. Expect her trademark warmth, wisdom, and Oprahesque inspirational storytelling when she discusses her book, Becoming. http://www.houstontoyotacenter.com/events/detail/michelleobama-becoming or facebook.com/events/362993531175962/
The 29th annual event last year had 9,000 attendees and raised $300,000 for AIDS Foundatin and 12 other local HIV/AIDS service organizations. This year will be the 30th Walk so you should probably come join the masses and step up with your support for this very worthy cause. The event has been dogged by rain …
The 29th annual event last year had 9,000 attendees and raised $300,000 for AIDS Foundation and 12 other local HIV/AIDS service organizations. The event has been dogged by rain for several years, but we’re hoping the weather gods will be kinder this year. Aidshelp.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=682 or facebook.com/events/353471181874447/
Sprouts Farmers Market presents a free fitness series at Discovery Green. Yogis of all skill levels are invited to strengthen, relax and recharge every Monday this spring. No pre-registration required, but participants must sign a waiver upon arrival. Bring a towel and water, as well as a mat for yoga classes. Yoga mats can be …
Sprouts Farmers Market presents a free fitness series at Discovery Green. Get in tune with your inner self during 15-minute Heartfulness Meditation sessions every Monday this spring. No pre-registration required, but participants must sign a waiver upon arrival. Bring a towel and water, as well as a mat for yoga classes. Yoga mats can be …
The UH School of Arts presents "Don't Look Down: Art on the Political Tightrope," an artist talk by Coco Fusco. Join us for a pre-lecture reception in Blaffer Art Museum from 5 – 6:30 p.m. About the Artist Coco Fusco is an interdisciplinary artist and writer and the Andrew Banks Endowed Professor of Art at …
Betsy Cook Weber, Jeb Mueller, directors The Moores School of Music's Concert Chorale, Concert Women's Chorus, ManCorps and UH Small Groups present this annual celebration of all things romantically choral, or chorally romantic! $15 adult/$12 alumni, senior, staff/$10 student
Sprouts Farmers Market presents a free fitness series at Discovery Green. Strengthen your body, relax your mind and find your inner center with this dynamic flow yoga sequence on Tuesday evenings through June 25, 2019. No pre-registration required, but participants must sign a waiver upon arrival. Bring a towel and water, as well as a …
Annie Leibovitz is one of the most influential photographers of our time. For nearly five decades, her distinctive portraits have appeared on the covers of Rolling Stone, Vanity Fair, and Vogue. In this stimulating talk, our most celebrated living photographer explains how her pictures are made. https://www.facebook.com/events/1209656922522048/
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
Sprouts Farmers Market presents a free fitness series at Discovery Green. Off the Couch, a new offering for ages 18 and up, is a moderate exercise class aimed at increasing your strength, balance, flexibility and endurance while improving your overall health. No pre-registration required, but participants must sign a waiver upon arrival. Bring a towel …
Join Lucienne’s executive chef Jose Hernandez and Enrico Incisa from Marchesi Incisa Della Rocchette for a special night of food and wine! Enrico Incisa is a passionate wine lover who manages the exports at Marchesi Incisa della Rocchetta, a family owned historic winery located in Piedmont, Italy. Born in 1982, Enrico has a background in …
David Bertman and Cameron Kubos, directors The Moores School of Music presents a performance by the MegaBand and Wind Ensemble. $15 adult/$12 alumni, senior, staff/$10 student
The 6th annual HeART & Harmony features an art auction with pieces by well-known Houston-based artists and food by celebrated Chefs Monica Pope and Brandi Key (LMN Hospitality). It is a fun, interactive event – a “non-gala, gala” – that brings the Houston community together in support of combating homelessness and helping those in need. …
Mid Main First Thursday kicks off on March 7th for the 7th year benefitting the Houston Parks Board!! This FREE music, art, and food block party takes place in the 3500-3700 blocks of Main Street in the heart of Midtown Houston. Mid Main First Thursday will highlight the vision of the Houston Parks Board – …
Archaeology Now, the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) - Houston Society, along with Family Tree DNA present “Viking Women Warriors? New Clues.” Charlotte Hedenstierna-Jonson, Ph.D. Department of Archaeology History, Upssala Universitet Some of those burly Viking warriors were women! DNA analysis of the 10th-century remains of a warrior revealed a surprise – “he” was actually …
Join us for an evening with artist Rebecca Morris! Morris will discuss her practice at length in conjunction with her solo major exhibition "Rebecca Morris: The Ache of Bright," currently on view at the BLAFFER Art Museum through March 16, 2019. Since the early 1990s, Rebecca Morris (b. 1969, Honolulu) has explored the vast visual …
Franz Anton Krager, conductor Isaac Bustos, classical guitarist For "In with the Old, In with the New," the Moores School of Music's Symphony Orchestra performs the music of Elgar and Peter Lieuwen. $15 adult/$12 alumni, senior, staff/$10 student
Michael Jacobson, saxophone Cameron Hoffman, piano The Moores School of Music presents a recital by Michael Jacobson, professor of saxophone at Baylor University, who will perform newly written repertoire and standards from the saxophone’s 175-year history of classical music. About the Artist Michael Jacobson is professor of saxophone and associate dean for operations at Baylor …
Billed as the greatest—well, it’s definitely the earliest—Spring Break party will be hosted at Pearl Bar. The $10 cover gets you in the door and able to hear from queer pop acts like Dorian Electra and umru with Space Kiddettes, FAGedelics, STOO, Wade In The Sonic Joy, and Dorian Delafuente aka Street Queer. https://www.facebook.com/events/285121405494321/
Observe International Women’s Day with Rothko Chapel and Houston Area Women’s Center as a panel of research specialists share their data on “The Gender Parity Divide and Its Impact on Women in Houston.” The program will be held on Friday, March 8 at 7:30 a.m. at the Houston Area Women’s Center Counseling and Education Campus, 1010 …
The National Sleep Foundation’s Sleep Show™ is a three-day consumer expo showcasing the latest innovations in sleep health and technology. Attendees will be able to interact with more than 200 companies and their brands – from medicine to mattresses, gadgets to baby products – and to make some great purchases from curated shops. The Sleep …
Jeb Mueller, director "Fridays at Moores" continues with a performance by the Concert Women's Chorus and ManCorps. $15 adult/$12 alumni, senior, staff/$10 student
The Moores School of Music invites audiences to be immersed in the sound of the Viennese horn and Viennese style with a recital by Wolfgang Vladar of the famed Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra.
Step right up and prepare to be amazed, dazzled, and possibly disturbed. Drag superstar and erstwhile carny Varla Jean Merman is coming to town with a three ring circus and all she’s looking for is the titular Big Top. This “Freakiest Show on Earth” will showcase jaw-dropping videos, awe-inspiring songs, and death-defying wigs. https://www.facebook.com/events/1254492171370778/
Step right up and prepare yourself to be amazed, dazzled and possibly disturbed! Drag superstar and erstwhile carny Varla Jean Merman is coming to town with three rings stuffed with fun…and all she needs is a big top! This circus-themed show is filled with jaw-dropping videos, awe-inspiring songs, and death-defying wigs. “The Freakiest Show on …
Out4brunch and 23rd St. Station are holding a fundraiser for Pride Galveston. There will be burger plates for $10 donation, raffles, a drag show, and superb drink specials like $1 mimosas, $2 bloody mary's, and $3 kiki shots. https://www.facebook.com/events/220393978896588/
After the unexpected and untimely death of his brother Claiborne, choreographer and Core Dance Company Manager D. Patton White was compelled to create. Several sources of inspiration informed his dance making including the etymology of the word “memorial,” a recommended musical composition of the third movement of Ralph Vaughn Williams’ Symphony Number 5 in D …
Magnus Group is delighted to invite you to the Global Conference on Addiction and Behavioral Health scheduled on August 22-24, 2019 in London, UK with a root motif “Unifying the new discoveries and advanced approaches towards Addiction” which is cornerstone for accomplishing Addiction Rehabilitation and Psychiatry problems. Addiction therapy will extend an opportunity for all …
Go ahead and get your green on before St. Patrick’s Day at The Montrose Center’s Bringin’ In The Green event. There will be a silent auction of luxury items, including Get-Aways, Stay-cations, and Night-on-the-Town packages. There will be plenty of yummy hors d’oeuvres along with your favorite beverages. This will be your chance to see …
Join black women as well as cis, trans, diverse identities and their allies for the 2nd Annual March for Black Women Houston. https://www.facebook.com/events/1960490854063452/
Treebeards Market Square will be open Saturday, March 16th from 12-8 pm! There will be a full menu as well as fresh boiled crawfish with corn and potatoes, cocktails, wine and beer! CAN JAM 2 will be from 2-5 pm with Craft Breweries upstairs. $15 gets you 3 craft beers and your very own souvenir …
The Houston Downtown Management District (Downtown District) hosts its annual Saint Patrick’s Day Concert at Market Square Park on Saturday, March 16, 2019, at 2 p.m. Following the 60th annual Houston St. Patrick’s Day Parade (12 to 1:30 p.m.), which takes a new turn through Downtown’s Historic District this year, Market Square Park will come …
Project Row Houses (PRH) will unveil its latest Artist Round, Round 49: penumbras: sacred geometries, on Saturday, March 16. Round 49 is co-curated by PRH Curator and Programs Director Ryan N. Dennis and cultural practitioner william cordova. The Round explores the ideology of sacred geometries to form structures, landscape and allude to the body, intent …
Ronald McDonald House Houston (RMH Houston) will host its annual RMHH Cup Golf Tournament on Monday, March 18, 2019 at the BlackHorse Golf Club in Cypress, TX. Proceeds from the tournament will support RMH Houston’s mission to serve families of children with life-threatening illnesses receiving treatment in the Texas Medical Center. This year’s tournament chairs …
The infamous crying clown with incredible pipes will serenade Stafford on March 17. The famously silent crooner packed them in when he last played Houston at the downstairs theatre at the Alley. Look for the golden-voiced funnyman—or is that sadman?—to sing all his hits, including that cover of Lorde’s “Royals” which went viral to the …
The UH School of Art presents a talk by renowned multidisciplinary artist Jeffrey Gibson. About the Artist Jeffrey Gibson is a painter living in Brooklyn, New York. His work has been exhibited both nationally and internationally in both group and solo exhibitions. https://www.jeffreygibson.net/ Image: "Shanekia McIntosh (Peace Helmet)" by Jeffrey Gibson, 2018. Photo by Caitlin …
Art League Houston (ALH) presents four new exhibitions including Here, Ahora (a group show curated by Reyes Ramirez), Miriam Medrez, Liyen Chong, and Molly Koehn opening Friday, March 22, 2019, from 6-9 p.m. with artist talks kicking off at 6:15 p.m. Here, Ahora: Houston, Latinx, Queer Artists Under 30 Curated by Reyes Ramirez Participating Artists: …
Monique Heart of RuPaul's Drag Race performs live at Rich's Houston on Friday, March 22nd. Monique Heart (NYC) is the an American drag queen most known for competing on the tenth season of RuPaul's Drag Race and making it to the finale of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 4. He created "Monique Heart" in 2011 …
This months #TrifectaFriday party theme: GLOW IN THE DARK!! Join us Fri. Mar 22nd, to show off how you glow! Wear all neon colors-- the brighter the better! Free Glow Sticks + More Sponsored By Fireball Whisky 21+ SEXY/DIVERSE/FASHION FORWARD/FUN Pisces Vs Aries Vs Everybody | Book Your Birthday🥂 RSVP FREE B4 11P $5 ONLINE …
Join us for an intimate night with Eunice + Guard and Grace. Experience an entirely unique, one-day only dinner menu prepared by Eunice's Chef Drake Leonards in collaboration with Denver culinary icon Chef Troy Guard, who will be gracing Houston with the opening of his signature restaurant Guard and Grace this Fall 2019. Dinner will …
The acclaimed author of two popular comic series, Ms Marvel and Wonder Woman, talks to Houston Public Media’s Laura Isensee about her new novel, after a short reading and presentation. With light refreshments and book sale by Blue Willow. Register to attend this free event at: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=mftf66vab&oeidk=a07eg2exk6l852a1d89 Seating is open and first-come, first-serve. All HPL …
The Keels & Wheels “Uncorked” event is a fundraiser for Today's Harbor for Children. The 10th Annual Keels & Wheels Uncorked event will honor Walter Cunningham. Title Sponsor MCM Worldwide alongside Uncorked Co-Chairs Patty Peeples Busmire and Karen Deguerin invite guests to mingle with Master of Ceremonies Sam Malone for an elegant evening of fine …
Drag it on 2 is a 6 week drag competition bringing all forms of drag to one stage to fight for $500 and more! Come out Thursday March 21st at 10pm to cheer on your favorite entertainer as they claw their way to the finale. Hosted by Outsmart Magazine's "Favorite Host/Emcee" 2017 & 2018 Blackberri …
After great success on the first show. We will have our second show on March 21st at 10:30pm. The theme will be NYC 90s Club Kids. Barbara Coa will be our host for the night joined by the Ondi, Mocca Bone, and Beck. Everyone is encouraged to come out with their best unique creative outfits. …
Friends of DePelchin Young Professionals Group is hosting Yoga & Mimosas at DePelchin Children's Center on Saturday, March 23 starting at 10AM. Get your tickets today and join us for a fun-filled morning! Yoga will start at 10:15AM with mimosas to follow. Please bring a yoga mat. DePelchin Children’s Center believes that every child deserves …
BLVD Place, Houston’s prestigious shopping center located at the intersection of Post Oak Boulevard and San Felipe, will launch its new BLVD Mural on Saturday, March 23! A series of events will punctuate the afternoon. Beginning with a Dance House Fitness class benefiting Dress for Success at 1 pm, the BLVD Place mural launch will …
Tuts 50th Anniversary Gala Featuring Idina Menzel This one-time witch and celebrated Tony-winner of stage, screen, and music joins Tuts for their biggest event in decades. Menzel knows how to entertain a crowd so expect her trademark talent to be on full display for this ritzy soiree. https://www.facebook.com/events/305681690051804/
One of Houston’s favorite comedic black-tie events of the year is back for their 66th. This roast of Houston’s finest throws all its proceeds to help local charities, so know that you’re making fun of people for a good cause. Fun fact: The Diana Foundation is recognized as the oldest continuously active gay organization in …
Enjoy family-friendly movies with a view of the downtown Houston skyline at Bank of America Screen on the Green presented by Arandas Bakery. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs and arrive early for contests and other activities. On March 23, the featured film is Wizard of Oz (PG, 1939, 102 min.). Dorothy …
The Moores School of Music presents a solo organ recital by David Higgs, professor of organ at the Eastman School of Music. About the Artist One of America’s leading concert organists, David Higgs is also chair of the Organ Department at the Eastman School of Music. He performs extensively throughout the United States and abroad, …
The UH Photography and Digital Media program welcomes Rafael Soldi to the University of Houston to discuss his photographic art work and curatorial practice. About the Artist Rafael Soldi is a Peruvian-born, Seattle-based artist and curator. He is the co-founder of FOUND, a space for contemporary art in Seattle, and the Strange Fire Collective, a …
Here’s your chance to meet other LGBTQ professionals in a nice, relaxed setting. The event is sponsored by Colina Homes and Deep Eddy Vodka, so expect the juice to be flowing freely. Members get in free. For others, there’s a $10 ticket fee. Membership can be purchased here and includes free entry to all sponsored …
The event will benefit HARC’s 26 different rotating programs that provide wellness, education, advocacy and resources for people with aphasia, their caregivers, and the greater Houston medical community. Guests are welcome to a fun-filled luncheon with a performance by the HARC Heralds Choir. Guests will also have the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets to win …
Experts teach free monthly photography workshops at Discovery Green. Meet at the Morgan Reading Room behind The Lake House Café. Wednesdays, March 27, 6:30–8 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, 6:30–8 p.m. Wednesday, May 29, 6:30–8 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, 6:30–8 p.m.
The Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA) will celebrate 48 years of fine art and giving back to local nonprofits as it spotlights 300 artists at Bayou City Art Festival in Memorial Park, Friday-Sunday, March 29-31, 2019, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. As one of the nation’s premier outdoor fine art events, the three-day festival will …
Each spring the Blaffer Art Museum and the University of Houston School of Art proudly present the work of the Masters of Fine Arts degree candidates from the school’s five studio programs: Graphic Design, Interdisciplinary Practice and Emerging Forms, Painting, Photography/Digital Media and Sculpture. The exhibition showcases highly developed bodies of work produced in a …
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner will serve as the honorary chair of the Community Artists’ Collective’s “FestEve! A Night for the Arts” Friday, March 29, at the Glasscock School of Continuing Studies, Rice University. Serving as co-chairs are Ashley Turner, Houston’s First Daughter and Bill Baldwin, city planning advocate dubbed “King of the Heights.” The Community …
HIVE is bringing in the new year with more dance! Dance Source Houston (DSH) and Houston Ballet are pleased to announce three additional dates for the HIVE Spring 2019. A collaboration between Dance Source Houston and Houston Ballet, the HIVE offers local choreographers time and space at the Center for Dance to explore and experiment …
All you have to do is go to your local SPCA and you’ll see Houston has a pooch problem. Be a part of the solution with this winning little combo of men and mastiffs—and boxers and beagles, etc. It’s the second round for this fun little event so if you’ve never picked anyone up at …
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 March, Hyun-Min Hwang, associate professor at Texas Southern University, Department of Environmental & Interdisciplinary Studies, will speak on plastic pollution in the oceans. Pollution has been …