Top Things to Do This Weekend: Jan. 8–10
Music
A Tribute To John Williams
Image: Michelle Watson
At some point everyone has hummed Darth Vader’s theme song, “Imperial March,” thanks to Williams, composer of some of the most identifiable movie scores. The Symphony serves up an ode to the film-score master with selections from Jaws, Star Wars, Indiana Jones and Harry Potter.
Jan 8 & 9 at 8; Jan 10 at 7:30. $35–145. Jones Hall, 615 Louisiana St. 713-224-7575. houstonsymphony.org
Visual Art
Opening of William Cokeley's Latest
William Cokeley / "Traveler"/d. m. allison gallery
Image: d.m. allison
After Conceptual Art and Minimalism rose to the level of commonplace in the art world in midcentury North America, artists shifted to a more expressionist movement. Cokeley’s work follows suit with his colorful abstract paintings highlighted by acrylic staining and free expression.
Jan 9–Feb 6. Tue–Sat, 11–5. 2709 Colquitt St. 832-607-4378. dma-art.com
Film
Vertigo
Image: Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
In one of Hitchock’s creepiest films, nicest-guy-ever James Stewart becomes obsessed with the mystery of a blonde bombshell played by Kim Novak. Murder, intrigue and a fear of heights take center stage in this skin-crawling tour through gothic San Francisco.
Jan 9 at 7. $9; $7, members, seniors and students. Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, 1001 Bissonnet. 713-639-7300. mfah.org
Lecture
Buns of Steel: Joachim Wtewael and the Human Body
Image: Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
In this lecture, the MFAH looks at the Dutch Mannerist's affinity for the human body, especially his depictions of the rear end in some of his most famous portraits. Brace yourselves, things may get a little steamy.
Jan 9 at 4. $5, members; $10, non-members. Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, 1001 Bissonnet. 713-639-7300. mfah.org
Culture
Russian Old New Year Festival
Even though the New Year lands on January 1, the Russian culture has a longstanding tradition of celebrating according to the Julian Calendar, that is to say about a week later. Houston's Russian Cultural Center puts together this festive New Year's bash complete with live music, plenty of food and tons of history.
Jan 9 at 8. $15. House of Dereon Media Center, 2204 Crawford St. 713-395-3301. ourtx.org
