Arts & Culture News

Getting Yitty

Not Your Grandma’s Girdle

With her line of shapewear, pop star Lizzo seizes new role as body-positive fashion icon.

03/20/2023 By Shelby Stewart

FRIDAY Q&A

Artist Audrianna Woods on Earth Goddesses and Elephants

Local painter blends chic modern color pallets with ancient iconography.

03/17/2023 By Caleb Garling

Dance Revolution

Julie Kent Joins Houston Ballet in History-Making Role

Accomplished dancer brings a life of passion and experience to new co-artistic director position.

03/01/2023 By Holly Beretto

Bayougraphy

The Gold Chain Cowboy Brings Country Music Home

Conroe native Parker McCollum kicks off the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

02/22/2023 By Shelby Stewart

MILLER MAGIC

Miller Outdoor Theatre Celebrates 100 Years

The Houston mainstay plans months of family friendly events to commemorate its centennial.

01/23/2023 By Rosemary Akpan

On The Town

Gworl Power: Houston's Bustling Drag Ballroom Scene

On the runway in 2022.

12/19/2022 By Xio

JURASSIC WORLD

Expert’s Guide: Houston Museum of Natural Science

Bring out your inner dinosaur hunter.

12/08/2022 By Holly Beretto

Local Artist Profile

A Houston-Based Contemporary Artist You Should Know: Bradley Kerl

Visual artist Bradley Kerl shares the people and places that inspire him to create.

11/25/2022 By Amarie Gipson

TINY TREASURES

4 Big Tiny Things to See Around Town

Mini murals and little galleries are waiting just around the street corner.

11/16/2022 By Alexia Partouche

Local Artist Profile

A Houston-Based Contemporary Artist You Should Know: Ryan Hawk

Houston artist Ryan Hawk shares five things he loves and what inspires him to create.

11/02/2022 By Amarie Gipson

On The Town

Back to Eldorado: A Historic Houston Ballroom Will Be Reborn

Project Row Houses leads the charge in restoring this significant site in Houston’s Third Ward.

10/31/2022 By DeVaughn Douglas

DATE NIGHT

7 Local First Dates Perfect For Keeping It Casual

From guided painting to boba tea, here’s our list of top date spots for all things easygoing.

10/10/2022 By Anna Rajagopal

CLUTCH CITY CLUBS

How Paradise Palace Is Changing Houston’s Nightlife Scene

Three reasons we love East Downtown's new dance hub.

09/23/2022 By Amarie Gipson Photography by Darío De León

Hogwarts

Harry Potter’s Wizarding World Is Coming to Houston in November

The event is the first of its kind in the United States.

09/20/2022 By Shelby Stewart

Día de los Muertos

MECA Will Honor the Uvalde Victims This Día de los Inocentes

MECA’s 2022 Día de los Muertos Festival includes a special dedication to the victims of the Robb Elementary School shooting.

09/15/2022 By Stephanie Bartels

Resources

Funding Opportunities for Houston Artists

In need of support for a visual art, film, dance, or performance project? Check out this round-up of grants, open calls, residencies and more.

09/01/2022 By Amarie Gipson

Local Artist Profile

A Houston-Based Contemporary Artist You Should Know

Houston artist Tay Butler shares five things he loves and what inspires him to create.

06/14/2022 By Amarie Gipson

EDITOR’S PICKS

How to Celebrate Juneteenth This Month

Festivals, concerts, markets, and more in Houston and Galveston

06/10/2022 By Amarie Gipson

On The Town

Houston Summer Arts Guide

A guide to all things arts and entertainment this summer.

05/30/2022 By Chris Gray

LEGACY

Houston Ballet Receives A Record-Breaking Donation

The $10 million legacy gift was presented by Margaret Alkek Williams.

05/16/2022 By Danielle Wright