Arts & Culture

Is there an ancient society of cats?

5 Things to Do in Houston This Weekend, April 2–4

Enjoy some live music, some art, and the holiday weekend.

04/02/2021 By Brittany Cristiano

Showcase

First Annual Texas Latino/a/x Contemporary Dance Festival Leaps into Houston

The new fest, streamable April 1–10, gives Latinx dancers their own stage to shine on.

04/01/2021 By Brittany Cristiano

it's lit

Travis Scott’s New Hard Seltzer Sells out and Other Houston Pop-Culture News

Who’s headlining Bonnaroo and who won Jeopardy! Wednesday?

04/01/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Schedule Shift IV

UPDATED: Broadway at the Hobby Center Pushes Wicked to 2023

But we still have Hamilton this season.

03/30/2021 By Emma Schkloven

The city is a character

An Ode to Larry McMurtry’s Enduring Houston

In the days following the famed author's death, one Houstonia writer reflects on the version of Houston that appeared in McMurtry’s books.

03/29/2021 By Brittanie Shey

Let's (Not) Do the Time Warp Again

The Last Rocky Horror at the River Oaks Theatre

After the final movie screening at the beloved theater, mourning crowds began to sing an old classic.

03/26/2021 By Emma Schkloven With Jacob Calle

face it

5 Things to Do in Houston This Weekend, March 26–28

Discover your artistic prowess, visit Spain from your couch, and celebrate Women’s History Month.

03/26/2021 By Brittany Cristiano

Musical Tapas

Travel to Spain During Houston Grand Opera's New Concert

Suite Española: Explorando Iberia, which premieres March 26, highlights zarzuela, or Spanish musical theater, and flamenco.

03/25/2021 By Olivia Flores Alvarez

Spa for a cause

This Texas-based Spa Chain Is Sharing the Love (and Its Profits) Next Week

Hiatus will donate a fifth of its March 30 profits to help Texas children in crisis following Winter Storm Uri.

03/25/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

presidential portraits

Don’t Miss George W. Bush’s Virtual Chat with Blue Willow Bookshop Next Month

The former president is promoting his new book, Out of Many, One: Portraits of America's Immigrants.

03/25/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Start your engines

UPDATED: Houston’s Art Car Is Revving Up for In-Person May Events

There's no air in the parade's tires this year, but you’ll still be able to get your fix of mobile masterpieces.

03/24/2021 By Emma Schkloven

You Get What You Give

The Lesson of the River Oaks Theatre

Houstonians need to get more proactive when it comes to saving the landmarks we love—or else they'll all face the wrecking ball.

03/24/2021 By Craig Hlavaty

Crack this case

SPA's Interactive Art Heist Steals the Show, But Who Took the Paintings?

The theatrical walking tour brings a 30-year-old half-billion-dollar mystery to life downtown.

03/24/2021 By Rob Sanford

Mile-High Messages

Have You Seen These Two Humongous Murals in Houston Lately?

The massive new murals tell stories of the fight against food insecurity and the Bayou City's migratory birds.

03/23/2021 By Adrianne Reece

Short, But Powerful

Dende’s In Case You Forgot I'm BLACK Tackles Race Issues with Grace and Tact

The latest release by the Houston rapper and singer distills big ideas into digestible art.

03/22/2021 By Carlos Brandon

Bayou’s 11

The Art Heist That Wasn’t

Earlier this week, burglars broke into Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens. You won’t believe what happened next.

03/19/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

If it ain’t got that swing

5 Things to Do in Houston This Weekend, March 19–21

Check out a film festival, see some magic birds, and keep up the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.

03/19/2021 By Brittany Cristiano

SONGS AND STORIES

Stages Studio Sessions Is Back

The six-week series is bringing some of Houston's favorite performers to the Gordy and a laptop near you.

03/18/2021 By Raven Wuebker

let's play

PlayHaus's Second Iteration Is Gracing Houstonians' Instagram Feeds

Meet Julie Gray, the creative visionary elevating the Bayou City's growing street art culture.

03/18/2021 By Adrianne Reece

Falling Action

River Oaks Theatre's Fate is Playing out Like a Movie

The back and forth between landlord and operator continues.

03/17/2021 By Desiree Cantu

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