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World Premiere of an exciting new play by a Legendary Houston Theatre Artist!

The Book of Mary (It Costs a Lot to Be Real), is an autobiographical one-woman show, written by and starring Houston’s own Mary Hooper, and directed by Ted Swindley, founder of Houston’s STAGES theatre and author of the popular musical, Always…Patsy Cline. It’s a raucous ride: from her Beaumont beginnings as a shy child of deaf parents, her timely escape to the gay neighborhood of Montrose in the 70s and 80s, to her adventures onstage in Houston’s way off Broadway theatre scene. Both funny and poignant, The Book of Mary is a love letter to the diva in us all.

The Book of Mary is made possible by the generosity of Sue Smith.Read more

Join us for a spectacular night of cultural celebration that traces the roots of flamenco and jazz — art forms that emerged as forms of self-expression. Come experience flamenco as you have never experienced before and travel on a journey while you help to raise funds to fight human and sex trafficking.

Featuring:

• Performances by Mercy Saez, Bianca Rodriguez and Nino de los Reyes. Nino de los Reyes is a Grammy Winning flamenco dancer.
• Additional performances by vocalist Celia Cellars and acclaimed and world renowned flamenco guitarrist Juani de la Isla.
• Culinary delights that whet appetites from Tapaellas
• Libations that entice with fabulous sangria
• A truly memorable, magical night!

100% of all profits from this event benefit RedM!

Let’s work together to rescue survivors from the tyranny of trafficking and shine light on this cause. All proceeds benefit redM’s mission of creating an equitable society by combating human sex trafficking.Read more

ROCO Principal Trombonist Thomas Hultén leads his first Unchambered concert on February 24! This eclectic program will highlight the wonders of the brass family, in chamber works featuring the trombone. From classical to jazz, there’ll be something the whole family can enjoy – including an interactive Q&A with Thomas! This performance will also be livestreamed free on ROCO.org, Facebook, YouTube, and A440.live.

ARTISTS
Thomas Hultén, trombone
Ali Jackson, tuba
Sarah Spencer, pianoRead more

Live musicians and their amplified string instruments interact with ghostly silent films of Stravinsky and a handful of famous conductors. The voice of Charlie Parker trades riffs with a live saxophonist in a tribute to some of jazz’s greatest players. A newly discovered geometric object challenges our notions of space and time, and dozens of Houston artists appear on screen in collaboration with local musicians – Musiqa on Film is a marriage of live performance and cinema unlike anything else on Houston stages this year.Read more

What Do We Do Now? is a poignant and timely play based on the book by Kevo Aregbe, tackling important themes of race and identity in a fresh and meaningful way.Read more

Houston's premiere multicultural choir takes you on a cinematic adventure, celebrating silver screen melodies spanning from “Hollywood to Bollywood.” Enjoy captivating favorites from films like The Wizard of Oz, Skyfall, Lord of the Rings, Oh Brother Where Art Thou?, Sister Act, Invictus, Les Choristes, Slumdog Millionaire, Bombay, and more. Also featuring a special guest appearance by Bollywood performers: Infused Dance Company.Read more

International drag chanteuse Varla Jean Merman is a woman on the verge of a nervous breakdown! After the craziest time in memory, the loosest gal in town is at loose ends.

What’s a distressed diva to do?

Tease her hair, steal someone’s Ativan, and get on with the show, of course!

Varla Jean Merman blows into town with an all-new show filled with hilarious songs, dazzling costumes, and more thrills than a panic attack.Read more

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

Since the publication of 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 played a big role in enhancing his reputation is helping him get his speech ready 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