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Events in July, 2026

July 2026

Tamarie's Greatest Hits, Volume 3

The Catastrophic Theatre

Tamarie's Greatest Hits, Volume 3

By Tamarie Cooper & Patrick Reynolds; Directed and Choreographed by Tamarie Cooper

WORLD PREMIERE

“TAMALALIA FOREVER!”

As every good Houstonian knows, Tamarie Cooper creates another in a series of wholly original, full-scale musicals every summer—a Houston institution with a cult following—featuring wildly irreverent scripts, riotously funny songs, wackadoodle dances, spectacular sets, large casts of quadruple-threat performers, a small but mighty band, and of course Houston’s own Carol Burnett, Lucille Ball, and Bugs Bunny rolled into one, the undefeated champion of ass-clownery, Tamarie Cooper, co-star Kyle Sturdivant forever at her side, chewing up all her expensive scenery.Read more

Young Soloists Festival

El Sistema Texas

Young Soloists Festival

An evening celebrating the next generation of outstanding young musicians.

The Young Soloists Festival is one of the most anticipated concerts of the El Sistema Texas season, showcasing exceptional young musicians performing as soloists with chamber orchestra.

Selected students step forward from the orchestra to present solo repertoire in a celebratory concert that highlights dedication, growth, and musical excellence. The program reflects the spirit of mentorship and artistic development that defines El Sistema Texas.

This special edition of the festival features internationally acclaimed violinist and conductor Maestro Eddy Marcano as guest artist. His participation brings an extraordinary opportunity for young musicians to share the stage with a distinguished performer and educator whose career has inspired generations of artists.Read more

Beyond the Fallout

BEYOND THE FALLOUT

A powerful new theatrical event exploring love, loyalty, family, forgiveness, and the consequences of the choices we make when no one is watching.

When an anniversary celebration takes an unexpected turn, long-buried truths begin to surface, forcing one family to confront the very things they hoped would remain hidden forever.

Filled with unforgettable performances, emotional twists, moments of laughter, heartbreak, and redemption, Beyond the Fallout invites audiences into a story that is as entertaining as it is deeply human.

Whether you've loved, lost, forgiven, or struggled to let go, you'll find yourself somewhere in this story.Read more

Representation of Form

Group Acorde

Representation of Form

A multimedia event combining live music, live contemporary dance and a photography installation.

The immersive multimedia performances of Representation of Form will include choreography by Roberta Paixao Cortes and Lindsey McGill; music by Thomas Helton and Andrew Baker; and photography by Christopher Peddecord. With costumes and set support by Allison Miller and lighting design by Tiffany Schrepferman.Read more

The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs!

There are two sides to every story, and when the Big, Bad Wolf takes the stand in Piggsylvania’s Trial of the Century, he finally gets his say. But will he get a fair trial in a corrupt piggy court? Join us as we discover what really happened and who was to blame. A whodunit for all ages!

Recommended for Pre-Kindergarten and older.Read more

Be Human.

TEDxBessies Creek

Be Human.

Ideas that remind us who we are.

TEDxBessies Creek 2026 is more than a conference. It's a reckoning.

At a time when we outsource our thinking, automate our empathy, and scroll past our neighbors, "Be Human" calls us back to what matters - our stories, our connections, our capacity to change.

This year, we're bringing together 100 people in Houston for a curated, intimate experience featuring original talks, real conversations, and ideas that don't just inform - they transform. Meet the thinkers, practitioners, and storytellers taking the stage on July 17 to share ideas rooted in human experience, human dignity, and human possibility.Read more

Challenging Brown

Shabach Enterprise

Challenging Brown

Vanguard Series, Installment III

Challenging Brown, written by Cris Eli Blak, winner of the 2025 Fade To Black Arts Festival and The Ensemble Theatre’s Premier Theatre Readings, is a powerful story of perseverance, education, and the cost of breaking barriers in a divided America.

Set in 1967 Texas, the play follows Gordon Brown as he becomes the first Black teacher at an all-white high school, stepping into a world shaped by open hostility, quiet resistance, and the daily pressure of proving he belongs. As Gordon confronts racism from both students and faculty, he must lean on his convictions, his dignity, and the support of those closest to him to navigate a system built to reject his presence.

This presentation is the 3rd installment of the Shabach Enterprise Vanguard Series, which spotlights compelling new work and bold contemporary voices.

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Fight or Flight

Noe Productions

Fight or Flight

A love story. A trial. A choice you can’t take back.

Fight or Flight is a one-act play with two alternate endings that follows the story of two trans men who find and lose love for one another. Told through 14 scenes in a non-linear timeline, the play uses alternating perspectives and shifting memories to explore how different versions of the same story can all feel true. Each performance invites the audience to determine the characters’ fate, creating a different outcome each night.Read more

Annie Jr.

Annie Jr. is a heartwarming, high-energy production filled with iconic songs, lovable characters, and a timeless story of hope and resilience. With a fresh yet classic approach, this production captures the magic of Annie’s journey from hardship to home. Presented by Stage Right Theatrical Institute, known for its elevated, pre-professional training and polished productions.Read more

3rd Annual A Vibe Called Rest Fest

Join us for the 3rd Annual A Vibe Called Rest Fest on Saturday, July 25, celebrating BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month with a day dedicated to rest, joy, creativity, and collective wellbeing. Centering Queer and Trans communities of color and allies, this immersive festival explores healing through wellness speakers, visual and performance art, live music, art therapy, sound healing, yoga, massages, reiki, sound baths, and a vibrant wellness marketplace. Together, we'll nurture mind, body, and spirit while building community, embracing wholeness, and celebrating the transformative power of rest. Bring a friend and come rest, restore, and vibe with us.Read more

The 2nd Biennial Houston Black Dance Festival

Dance Afrikana

The 2nd Biennial Houston Black Dance Festival

Celebrating dance from across Africa and the African Diaspora

Houston Black Dance Festival, presented by Dance Afrikana, is a biennial cultural celebration held in Houston, Texas. The festival celebrates the richness, innovation, and global impact of African and African diasporic dance traditions through community workshops, artistic exchange, and film presentations.Read more

Art + Climate CONVERSATIONS: Emily Johnson

DiverseWorks

Art + Climate CONVERSATIONS: Emily Johnson

Presented by DW Art + Climate Partners

DiverseWorks’ new Art + Climate CONVERSATIONS highlights artists and creatives that are leading the way on addressing climate-related issues through their work. Hear the inaugural speaker, nationally renowned choreographer and body-based artist EMILY JOHNSON discuss her work as a land and water protector, and organizer for justice, sovereignty and well-being.

Of the Yup'ik Nation and based in Lenapehokin, Johnson is a recipient of a Bessie Award, the Doris Duke Artist Award, and Fellowships from Native Arts and Cultures Foundation, Forge Foundation, Braiding Seeds, United States Artists, and Guggenheim Foundation, among others.Read more

Mi Hija es Austonauta

It's not just the story of a mother and her daughter. It's the story of all of us who have ever had to face the unexpected and find strength where we thought there was none.

 In this show, inspired by her book, Claudia Valdés takes us on a profound and luminous journey about love, resilience, and hope. With humor, emotion, and soul-stirring truths, she reminds us that limits can be broken and that every obstacle can be transformed into an impetus to soar higher.

 A gathering to laugh, get emotional and leave believing that, no matter who you are or what your story is, we all have an astronaut inside.

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No es solo la historia de una madre y su hija. Es la historia de todos los que, alguna vez, hemos tenido que enfrentarnos a lo inesperado y encontrar fuerza donde creíamos que no la había.

 En este espectáculo inspirado en su libro, Claudia Valdés nos lleva a un viaje profundo y luminoso sobre amor, resiliencia y esperanza. Con humor, emoción y verdades que tocan el alma, nos recuerda que los límites pueden romperse y que cada obstáculo puede transformarse en un impulso para volar más alto.

 Un encuentro para reír, emocionarse y salir creyendo que, sin importar quién seas o cuál sea tu historia, todos llevamos un astronauta dentro.Read more

ALICE

Hunter Dance Center

ALICE

The culminating performance of Hunter Dance Center & Open Dance Project's six-week Pre-Professional Intensive.

Hunter Dance Center and Open Dance Project are proud to announce the expansion of our summer programming into a comprehensive, six-week Pre-Professional Intensive. This expanded format allows us to deepen our commitment to the contemporary dancer’s pre-professional journey. Participants will learn, build, and perform excerpts of Open Dance Project's beloved family production, ALICE, July 31st at MATCH. Join us as we follow Alice down the rabbit hole to Wonderland where strange and silly creatures teach her about the power of the imagination and the wisdom of nonsense.Read more

Laurel Harned

Concerts in America

Laurel Harned

From Bach to Bossa Nova

Experience an unforgettable evening of music with award-winning classical guitarist Laurel Harned, one of today's most exciting young talents. This solo recital showcases the remarkable versatility of the classical guitar through a rich and varied program featuring works by J.S. Bach, Franz Schubert, Antônio Carlos Jobim, and Johann Kaspar Mertz. A rising prodigy and first-prize winner of multiple international competitions, Harned has captivated audiences around the world with performances that have garnered millions of online views.Read more