Tinsel H-Town

Why Mo Means Even More to Houston than You Realize

The show made Palestinian Americans feel seen and heard, supported local film professionals, and gave important shout-outs to uniquely Houston businesses.

03/19/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Bayougraphy

Beserat Debebe Tells Exciting Pan-African Stories Through Comics

The Houston-based Etan Comics publisher brings together comic book creators from across the African continent for fresh takes on sci-fi, superheroes, and fantasy.

03/17/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Not Horsing Around

What It Takes to Win the Houston Rodeo’s Student Art Show

This year’s Reserve Grand Champion shares her secret to success, plus the inside scoop on what the judges look for in a winning work.

03/13/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Films Under the Stars

Houston’s Best Outdoor Theaters and Drive-Ins for Movie Night

Grab some popcorn and your lawn chairs: You no longer have to choose between enjoying the weather and enjoying a film.

03/11/2025 By Rosemary Akpan and Meredith Nudo

Ol’ Dusty Trail

The Rodeo’s Most Necessary, Unsung Hero? The Dirt.

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo trucks in the same specialty dirt every year, bringing in around 4,000 cubic yards for the competitions inside NRG Stadium.

03/03/2025 By Meredith Nudo and Emma Balter

The Must List

Asia Society Travels the Stars with Art in the Age of Artemis

From science fact to science fiction, this exhibit provides a glimpse into how outer space has inspired artists across Houston’s (and the world’s) many cultures.

03/03/2025 By Meredith Nudo

On the Record

Physical Music Is More Popular Than Ever in Houston

Even in the digital age, independent record stores like Cactus Music and Vinal Edge are thriving thanks to music fans wanting to support their favorite artists.

02/28/2025 By Meredith Nudo

The Must List

River Oaks Theatre’s Mystery VHS Show Is Always a Fun Time

The monthly Tape Worms series shows movies that aren’t shown anywhere else in Houston…but it’s a surprise.

02/17/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Best Medicine

In Houston, Art and Medicine Work Together

A city powered by both the sciences and the arts has led to medical professionals pursuing both career paths.

02/13/2025 By Meredith Nudo

The Must List

Bennett Road Blends Freedmen’s Town History with the Joy of Play

The partnership between Contemporary Arts Museum Houston and the Houston Freedmen's Town Conservancy brings in brothers Michael and Martellus Bennett for a commentary on Black labor.

02/04/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Civic Minded

Discovery Green’s Art Lab Provides an Education in Public Art

Houston artists receive mentorship on how to design and develop civic art in a new fellowship program intended to beautify the city while keeping it local.

02/03/2025 By Meredith Nudo

The Must List

ReelAbilities Houston Returns to Elevate Artists with Disabilities

The annual event, now in its 12th year, will fill the city with disability-centered art, music, film, education, and advocacy for three weeks in February.

01/31/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Ah, L'amore

Romantic Ideas for the Perfect Date in Houston, Day or Night

Need something to do on Valentine's Day? Or a random Friday night? We're here to help you get started on where to take a date.

01/30/2025 By Meredith Nudo and Emma Balter

Down South

Project Row Houses’ Biennials Change the Gallery Game

Every two years, the museum showcases the best of the best artists from the South in its Southern Survey Biennial.

01/28/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Kick Out the Jams

Two Years After Busking Was Legalized, Performers Still Face Hurdles

Even without the fear of getting ticketed, Houston’s street performers say we need to make changes before busking fully integrates into our day-to-day city life.

01/24/2025 By Meredith Nudo

To The Wall

The Menil’s Wall Drawing Series Challenges Views of Illustration

Ronny Quevedo is the latest artist to participate in the Menil Drawing Institute’s series, which shows visitors why drawing is a serious visual art form.

01/23/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Year of the Snake

The Top Lunar New Year Celebrations in Houston This Year

We’re marking the holiday with firecrackers, lion dances, red envelopes, and so much more.

01/21/2025 By Rosemary Akpan, Uvie Bikomo, and Meredith Nudo

Gates of Heaven

The Rothko Chapel’s Restoration Has a Long Road Ahead

The paintings damaged by Hurricane Beryl opened up critical conversations about the arts and climate change, but also inspired some touching community outreach.

01/15/2025 By Meredith Nudo

The Must List

Morgan Newton Knows ‘The South Got Something to Say.’ We Should Listen.

The promising young artist’s first foray into multimedia honors the women rappers and Houston icons who inspire her work.

01/14/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Bayougraphy

Abby Endler Introduces Us to the Criminal Types She Hangs With

From Houston to New York to Scandinavia, the podcaster is one of the most prominent voices bringing the crime fiction genre to new and seasoned readers alike.

01/10/2025 By Meredith Nudo