Some of the most beautiful music written in the 20th century can be found in the movies. Many of these compositions can readily stand alone as concert pieces. Eric Halen will be joined by pianist Scott Holshouser, baritone Sean Holshouser, and mezzo-soprano Brittany Halen to perform some of these beautiful compositions.Read more
"Witches" is the bawdy, clever, nine-lives spanning musical about two women who happen to be witches, and have been so since the beginning of time. As we take a tour through their lives, we see all the highs and lows that effect the career, family, sex- and love life and of the modern day woman/witch and also how she dealt with all those same persecutions and pleasures in her several past lives as Eve, or Lady Macbeth, or Snow White's Stepqueen...Read more
A masterful retelling of the original sensation, injected with contemporary references and dazzling new arrangements. Join ImagineNation Theatre for six performances as we deliver and illustrate Godspell from the viewpoint of the homeless and impoverished in the great city of Houston.Read more
Karen Stokes Dance presents “Gallery Construction,” a hybrid dance-film performance. The show features seven original dance-for-camera films inspired by Houston area art installations, filmed between 2011-2017. Films are integrated with live dance performances, creating an art installation performance experience. Limited seating.Read more
In preparation for his 14th birthday, Calvin Jefferson enthusiastically begins a thorough search to complete his family tree. His ultimate goal is to have a strong relationship with both of his parents. Unfortunately, strife erupts among a father, his mistress, and a peevish wife as they interact face to face about Calvin’s existence. Prepare to grab your seat, throw yourself back in laughter, and gasp as the inconceivable unfolds before your eyes.Read more
Loop38 opens their 2018-19 season by bringing a focus to the physical nature of music-making with three dynamic compositions of the last decade, all written for ensemble and electronics. On the program: Maja S. K. Ratkje – And sing while thou on pressed flowers dost sleep (2013) Lewis Nielson – USW (2009) Ashley Fure – Albatross (2014)Read more
For some families, identity contains a hidden surprise. Discover how families are uncovering centuries of secrets about Jewish identity and redefining their cultural and ethnic identity today.Read more
Led by ROCO’s co-principal violist, Suzanne LeFevre, Terzetto is a tribute to the instrument, featuring chamber works by Dvorák, Schulhoff, Milhaud, and others. Suzanne LeFevre, viola and curator Amy Thiaville, violin Rachel Jordan, violin Shino Hayashi, celloRead more
ROCO’s Unchambered series closes with the ROCO Brass Quintet performing Chase Sequence, James Stephenson’s work where the players imitate one another musically, each one trying to “catch up” with the other.Read more
