Arts & Culture News

Just Daydreaming

Actually Cool Things We Think Should Go in the Old Tower Theatre

The historic Montrose building is vacant again after Acme Oyster House closed, and we have some ideas.

01/05/2024 By Daniel Renfrow

City Guide

Challenge Yourself to Do These 12 Houston Things in 2024

Explore the city with this monthly calendar of traditions, events, and must-visit places.

12/27/2023 By Uvie Bikomo

Made in Houston

A New Wave of Local Makers Has Arrived in Houston

There’s never been a better time to support local.

12/01/2023 Edited by Emma Balter

Sticking Power

Houston’s Resin Artists Are Preserving Beautiful Memories

These locally made goods showcase everything from flowers to Taylor Swift concert tickets.

11/30/2023 By Emma Balter

Performance Grade

How Houston’s Rubén Isaza Became a Fashion Designer to the Stars

Just a few years ago, he was a dishwasher at a restaurant. Now he dresses celebrities like Lizzo.

11/29/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Greetings from Houston

Write Your Holiday Cards on a Houston-Made Creation This Season

Spread the love, one locally designed card at a time.

11/28/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Whimsy Vision

Take an Early Look at the Orange Show’s Biggest Expansion Yet

The beloved, quirky Houston landmark is working on a massive new seven-acre campus.

10/25/2023 By Brianna McClane

Booze Free

Where Have All of Houston’s Sober Queer Spaces Gone?

The city is profoundly lacking in LGBTQ+ bookstores, cafes, and other alcohol-free hangouts.

06/23/2023 By Meredith Nudo

Comeback

What Houstonians Can Expect from the New River Oaks Theatre

Reopening by the end of this year, the storied building’s revitalization will ensure it continues to operate as a hallmark of the past and future of film.

06/16/2023 By Meredith Nudo

Friday Q & A

Artist Serotonin Brings a Good Dose of Happiness to Houston

Through music, fashion, and more, the multidisciplinary artist just wants to “make the collective experience of life more bearable.”

05/19/2023 By Geneva Diaz

The Rado

Houston's Historic Eldorado Ballroom Reclaims its Shine

Once the epicenter of Black entertainment in Houston, the club originally founded in 1939, has reopened following a $9.7 million restoration.

04/25/2023 By Phoebe Gibson

Animal Ambassadors

Houston Zoo’s New Galápagos Islands Exhibit Is All about Conservation

The exhibit speaks to our shared ocean and how conservation in Houston leads to healthier bodies of water worldwide.

04/18/2023 By Meredith Nudo

Meet the Queens

The Bearded Beauty of Texas

Self-described as "hairy, hilarious, and high fashion," Blackberri just wants to make people laugh.

04/10/2023 By Zach McKenzie

Art with Meaning

Local LGBTQ+ Artist Making Waves

Jumper Maybach is dedicated to curbing intolerance and hate—one piece of art at a time.

04/06/2023 By Anna Rajagopal

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

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