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Monty Python and the Holy Grail

The Friends of River Oaks Theatre presents a new Quote-Along version of the comedy cult classic, with wild pre-film fun including music and contests starting at 7:15PM. This is a community partnership event with MFAH Film. It’s a sidesplitting cinematic event that honors the timeless humor of Monty Python while inviting fans to quote, laugh, and sing-a-long like never before. Come in costume and join in the pre-show costume and silly walk contest. Get ready to journey into a world of Medieval madness, coconut-clacking horses, and unforgettable one-liners in this uproarious Quote-Along version of a comedy classic.Read more

Hundreds of Beavers

HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS ARE COMING TO HOUSTON!

The Friends of River Oaks Theatre brings you the Houston premiere of Hundreds of Beavers — the cult comedy hit of the 2023 film festival circuit —  for one night only, with two showtimes! In this 19th century, supernatural winter epic, a drunken applejack salesman must go from zero to hero and become the greatest fur trapper by defeating hundreds of beavers. This madcap, delirious, beaver-action must be seen to be believed.Read more

Ki'mon!

African Music Library and PIQL

Ki'mon!

The Eastern Nigerian Afro-Funk Revolution: 1970-1980

The African Music Library in conjunction with Piql and Ibajie is excited to present to you Ki’mon! The Eastern Nigerian Afro-Funk Revolution: 1970-1980. Ki'mon! is a documentary directed by lawyer and historian Nze Ed Emeka Keazor, produced by him and veteran Afro-Funk drummer Eddie Offeyi, and executive produced by Muni King-KeazorObi Asika, and Ed Keazor. This documentary delves into the vibrant Afro-Funk music scene in Eastern Nigeria after the Nigerian Biafra War. The film chronicles how a generation of musical legends provided healing and hope through their art, creating a powerful soundtrack for a nation in recovery and transformation.Read more

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