Voices Declaring

A New Rendering of the Classic Musical 1776 Helps Examine the Past

Presented by Theatre Under the Stars at the Houston stop of its national tour, the show puts on a new face with a diverse cast.

07/11/2023 By Holly Beretto

Food Culture

Jewish Deli Exhibit Tells Story of Hope at Houston Holocaust Museum

With the help of local deli man Ziggy Gruber, I’ll Have What She’s Having shows how food forged the Jewish American community.

07/03/2023 By Emma Balter

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

IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES

MFAH’s New Immersive Installation Makes All of Your Worries Vanish

Swiss artist Pipilotti Rist’s installations “Pixel Forest” and “Worry Will Vanish” take over Cullinan Hall this March.

02/21/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

On The Town

Gworl Power: Houston's Bustling Drag Ballroom Scene

On the runway in 2022.

12/19/2022 By Xio

ZINES!

A Quick Guide to Zine Fest Houston

Houston’s festival for DIY publishing throws down this Saturday at The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art.

11/11/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

THINGS TO DO

3 Reasons to Visit MFAH's New and Improved Hirsch Library

Inside the museum’s free and freshly minted art library.

09/29/2022 By Amarie Gipson

Sound Off

Erica Lall Has Taken the Dance World by Storm

The native Houstonian talks about her journey as a professional ballet dancer and transforming the stage.

09/19/2022 By Layne Van Vranken

Fall Arts Guide 2022

The Ultimate Guide to Houston's Arts and Entertainment Scene This Fall

A guide to all things arts and entertainment this fall.

09/19/2022 By Amarie Gipson With Chris Gray

Fall Arts Guide 2022

Get Tickets Now: Houston's Upcoming Performances Look Spectacular

The upcoming 2022–23 Houston performing arts season shares stories as diverse as the city.

09/15/2022 By Holly Beretto

ON VIEW

The Story Behind the Famous $15M Painting at the MFAH

Ernie Barnes's beloved artwork The Sugar Shack is on view in the Nancy and Rich Kinder building through December 2022.

07/13/2022 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

Meet The Houstonian

Planting Creative Seeds in Alief

Founder Matt Manalo created Alief Art House to serve as a community art hub while being sustainable, hyperlocal, and eco-friendly.

06/09/2022 By Amarie Gipson Photography by Troy Montes

VISUAL ART

Making Home Weaves Stories of Immigration Through Art

This poetic exhibition at the Asia Society is a must-see.

05/18/2022 By Amarie Gipson

MASKED MADNESS

The Masked Singer National Tour Is Coming to Houston This Summer

Catch Natasha Bedingfield as she hosts the inaugural live version of the competition show.

05/13/2022 By Ile-Ife Okantah

IMPRACTICAL SPACES

This New Book Explores Houston’s Art Scene

Pete Gershon chronicles the history of Houston’s artist-run spaces, from the 1900s to now.

05/05/2022 By Amarie Gipson

Spring Arts

Houston's Art Scene This Spring Is Buzzing With Entertainment

A guide to all things arts and entertainment this spring.

03/15/2022 By Amarie Gipson and Chris Gray

Local Artist Profile

Houston Emerging Artists Share 5 Things They Love

Get to know Lovie Olivia, Rabéa Ballin and Alexis Pye.

03/11/2022 By Amarie Gipson

ART GUIDE

20 Artsy Things to Do This March

Music, films, performing arts, and much more

02/25/2022 By Amarie Gipson