Arts & Culture

The Year in Review

12 Outstanding Houston Arts Events of 2019

A look back at the shows, performances, and creations that rocked our world this year.

12/31/2019 By Olivia Flores Alvarez

Picture Perfect

Norman Rockwell: American Freedom Puts Americana on Display at MFAH

The exhibit of loaned pieces marks the museum's first major showing of Rockwell's works.

12/31/2019 By Holly Beretto

Get Anime-ted

Enter the World of Kabuki Art Via the Asia Society's Tsuruya Kōkei Exhibit

Explore the Kabuki woodblock roots of Japanese pop art.

12/30/2019 By Holly Beretto

Presidential Picks

Obama Had Love for Houston in 2019

Here are all the Houstonians who made 44's famous year-end lists of favorites.

12/30/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Ice House

This Renowned Photographer Captures the Beauty and Ugliness of a Changing Houston

Our city’s evolution, in images.

12/27/2019 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Ice House

5 Reasons to Be Stoked About the New Gordy

Stages Repertory Theatre’s brand-new, $35 million home opens to the public this month.

12/27/2019 By Gwendolyn Knapp

On the Town

What to Do and See This Month, from Norman Rockwell to Lewis Black

Plus, Beatlemania returns with Mark Morris Dance Group's Pepperland.

12/27/2019 By Chris Gray

On the Town

The Secrets of Stonehenge Come Alive at the Houston Museum of Natural Science

The museum’s traveling exhibition “Stonehenge: Ancient Mysteries and Modern Discoveries” is a fascinating look at an enigmatic monument.

12/27/2019 By Chris Gray

Yuletide Is Gonna Get You

5 Things You Must Do This Weekend, Dec. 20-22

Christmas is here, so you might as well get on board!

12/20/2019 By Dianna Wray

Good Will

Festive Fête Honors Fady Armanious at Fertitta Family Home

The 17th annual fundraiser garnered $390,000 for Legacy's Little Readers Program.

12/18/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Smiling's My Favorite!

Elf: The Musical Brings Christmas Cheer at TUTS

This festive musical delivers the holiday goodies.

12/16/2019 By Doni Wilson

Raise a Glass

50 Cent, Flo Rida, Wayne Brady, and Jeannie Mai Party in Houston

The Altus Foundation's Houston Gala raised more than $1.5 million for community services.

12/16/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Feel-Good News

How One Young Houstonian's Passion for Helping Others Turned Into a Powerful Movement

With Clutch City Connect, Justin Sepulveda wants to help Houston's most vulnerable citizens.

12/16/2019 By Anita Gomez

You say you want a revolution

Dolores Huerta: Revolution in the Fields is a Must See at the Holocaust Museum

A glimpse into the life of a civil rights icon.

12/13/2019 By Gabi De la Rosa

Cool Yule Edition

5 Things You Must Do This Weekend, Dec. 13-15

Seasonal faves, festive shows—there are tons of ways to get into the holiday spirit this weekend.

12/13/2019 By Dianna Wray

Reserve Your Seat

HGO's El Milagro del Recuerdo Delivers the Goods

The world premiere of this Christmas mariachi opera is not to be missed.

12/12/2019 By Michael Clark

Santa! I Know Him!

Behind the Curtain at Elf—The Musical

Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital spreads Christmas cheer.

12/11/2019 With Marianna Corcoran

A Leaping Good Time

Houston Ballet Marks 50 Years of Excellence

Jubilee of Dance recalls the company’s storied past and celebrates its bright future.

12/10/2019 By Olivia Flores Alvarez

Triumph Over Tragedy

A Triumphant Affair Raises Nearly $250,000 for The Women's Home

Full House star Jodie Sweetin was the guest of honor.

12/09/2019 With Marianna Corcoran

Feliz Navidad

HGO's Christmas Opera Celebrates the Yuletide in Mexico

El Milagro del Recuerdo, a prequel to the hit mariachi opera, recalls the past.

12/09/2019 By Holly Beretto

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