Hip-Hop History

The Story Behind Houston’s Most Iconic Dance Move

Nearly 30 years after Lil’ Keke released “Southside,” Houstonians still know every move—and the rapper never saw it coming.

05/27/2026 By Erica Cheng

Access & Arts

Houston's Arts Scene Has a Message for Neurodivergent Audiences: You Belong Here

Local dance studios and theaters are redesigning performances and spaces alike for people with sensory differences.

03/17/2026 By Meredith Nudo

On the Dance Floor

Where to Get Your Step On: Houston’s Best Dance Halls and Honky Tonks

Grab your boots—these are Houston’s go-to dance halls and honky tonks for a night of Texas fun.

12/30/2025 By Brooke A. Lewis

How-To

Houston’s Step-by-Step Guide to the Texas Two-Step and More

Step into the rhythm with tutorials for the Texas two-step and the viral moves taking over dance floors across the city.

11/25/2025 By Brooke A. Lewis

Houston in Formation

Why Houston Can’t Stop Line Dancing

This low-impact tradition is bringing Houstonians together, boosting health, and keeping dance floors packed across the city.

11/24/2025 By Brittany Britto Garley

At the Barre of Inclusion

How Houston Ballet Is Making Dance Accessible to Every Body

For more than 15 years, the company has expanded programs for dancers with Parkinson’s, Down syndrome, and other physical or cognitive differences.

11/19/2025 By Saba Khonsari

Party Time

Beyond the Gala: How Small Arts Orgs Raise Funds Without Big Budgets

Fancy soirées have their place in the fundraising world, but they aren’t always realistic. Luckily, Houston arts nonprofits happen to be full of creative types with bright ideas.

10/07/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Do It

Your Guide to Houston's Best Art and Culture Events This August

Rubik’s Cubes, retro thrillers, bold choreography, and more—August in Houston is packed with creative energy.

08/01/2025 By Meredith Nudo

Bayougraphy

Meet the Puppeteer Behind Houston’s Most Imaginative Sets

Afsaneh Aayani invites audiences to believe in magic with imaginative puppets and set designs for Alley Theatre, Houston Grand Opera, Meow Wolf, and other noteworthy arts organizations in Houston.

07/15/2025 By Meredith Nudo

The Must List

MECA’s Día de Muertos Festival Keeps Indigenous Cultures Alive

For a generation of Houstonians, the arts organization has offered an opportunity to learn about the Mexica roots of Day of the Dead celebrations.

10/29/2024 By Meredith Nudo

The Art of the Tease

Houston’s Burlesque Scene Is Not Only Back—It’s Better

After nearly going extinct during the pandemic, local burlesque shows are now in their glow-up era.

11/14/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

FUN FITNESS

9 Spots for Unique Fitness Classes in Houston

Dance, fly, or fight your way to fit with these unique Houston fitness classes.

11/02/2022 By Claire Anderson

Resources

Funding Opportunities for Houston Artists

In need of support for a visual art, film, dance, or performance project? Check out this round-up of grants, open calls, residencies and more.

09/01/2022 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

News

Very Artsy News: Artist Opportunities, Youth Choir and more

A weekly brief about what’s happening in Houston’s arts and culture scene.

01/11/2022 By Amarie Gipson

NEWS

Very Artsy News: Comedy, Dance, Christmas, and more

A weekly brief on what’s happening in Houston’s arts and culture scene.

12/21/2021 By Amarie Gipson

Breakin'

This Woman Is Revolutionizing Houston's Hip-Hop Culture

Bgirl City is celebrating 10 years of helping female breakdancers find their groove.

12/09/2021 By Lucia Rodriguez

Shop Til You Drop

Houston's Hip Hop Vintage Flea Market Keeps Growing

After taking the market on the road in Texas, it returns to 8th Wonder Brewery.

12/03/2021 By Camilo Hannibal Smith

Performing live

5 Things to Do in Houston This Weekend, September 24-26

It's starting to feel a lot like fall.

09/24/2021 By Shelby Stewart

WALK IT OUT

Red Bull's Breakdancing Competition Headed to Houston

The world’s largest breaking competition is coming to Houston.

08/04/2021 By Jaisal Kalapatapu Edited by Shelby Stewart