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Events on Saturday, October 14, 2023

Saturday, October 14, 2023

Saturday, October 14 at 10:30 AM

10:30 AM
Matchbox 4

Feliz Cumpleaños! It’s Carmela’s birthday, and she’s finally old enough to tag along with her big brother as he runs the family errands. Passing by the bodega and the lavanderia, Carmela picks a dandelion and makes a very important wish… Carmela Full of Wishes illuminates the beauty of working class neighborhoods and the power of community and family. Told through the lens of a heartfelt sibling story, this endearing play explores what hope looks like in a migrant community steeped in Mexican culture.

Recommended for Kindergarten and older.Read more

Saturday, October 14 at 12:00 pM - Gallery

12:00 PM
Gallery

Ideas in Alief

A mix of interactive panel discussions, presentations, and pitch sessions to help attendees craft and deliver compelling pitches and opportunities to connect with the TEDxAlief community.

Have you got an idea worth sharing? Then you won't want to miss TEDx's Alief's Salon, a one-of-a-kind opportunity to hone your presentation skills, network with industry experts, and potentially earn the chance to present at a TEDx event. This event is a breeding ground for new ideas, partnerships with TEDxAlief, volunteer opportunities, and creative connections.Read more

Saturday, October 14 at 1:30 PM

1:30 PM
Matchbox 4

Feliz Cumpleaños! It’s Carmela’s birthday, and she’s finally old enough to tag along with her big brother as he runs the family errands. Passing by the bodega and the lavanderia, Carmela picks a dandelion and makes a very important wish… Carmela Full of Wishes illuminates the beauty of working class neighborhoods and the power of community and family. Told through the lens of a heartfelt sibling story, this endearing play explores what hope looks like in a migrant community steeped in Mexican culture.

Recommended for Kindergarten and older.Read more

Saturday, October 14 at 2:30 PM

2:30 PM
Matchbox 3

by Samuel Beckett, directed by Jason Nodler

Two penniless tramps stand waiting together on a country road for the enigmatic Mr. Godot to arrive to somehow improve their diminishing circumstances. Just before nightfall, a messenger arrives to inform them that Godot will not come today but will surely come tomorrow. Meanwhile they pass the time in every way they can imagine, each leaning on the other, as they struggle to hope for better days to come.Read more

Saturday, October 14 at 7:30 PM

7:30 PM
Matchbox 1

New music by emerging composers from around the country

Musiqa is beginning its 2023-2024 Season with a slate of world premieres from some of today’s most exciting young composers, continuing our tradition of giving voice to emerging talent and collaborating with Houston artists. Join us this October to be the first to hear music by Oswald Huynh , Kyle Rivera and Eric Estrada Valadez , along with a performance of Paul Novak ’s entwining and new poetry commissioned for the occasion by Houston poet Ayokunle Falomo .Read more

Saturday, October 14 at 7:30 PM

7:30 PM
Matchbox 2

A dark comedy by Jean-Pierre Martinez. How plagiarism may lead to malfeasance and how such malfeasance may lead to glory rather than shame...

Plagio ( Cheaters ) is a rather amoral take on the literary world.

Since publishing his first novel, Alex, the recipient of a prestigious award, has been basking in his reputation as an author in vogue while collecting his copyright money. He is about to become the recipient of the Cruz de Caballeros de las Artes y las Letras Award bestowed by the Ministry of Culture. His wife Gloria, whose fortune and connections significantly enhanced his reputation, is helping him prepare his speech for the ceremony. However, this is exactly the moment when Alex receives the unexpected visit of an unknown woman who could put his “success story” in jeopardy.Read more

Saturday, October 14 at 8:00 PM

8:00 PM
Matchbox 3

by Samuel Beckett, directed by Jason Nodler

Two penniless tramps stand waiting together on a country road for the enigmatic Mr. Godot to arrive to somehow improve their diminishing circumstances. Just before nightfall, a messenger arrives to inform them that Godot will not come today but will surely come tomorrow. Meanwhile they pass the time in every way they can imagine, each leaning on the other, as they struggle to hope for better days to come.Read more