Experience the divine plays of Lord Shiva through the timeless tales of Thiruvilayadal Puranam. Enjoy storytelling, classical music, dance, and cultural performances that bring alive the miracles, wisdom, and compassion of Lord Shiva. Celebrate Tamil heritage, devotion, and art in this enchanting event for all ages.Read more
Samskriti presents a beautiful tapestry of 6 different and distinct forms of classical dances from India, performed by Houston's illustrious dance companies, under the direction of well established teachers and choreographers - Abhinaya School of Dance (Indrani Parthasarathy), Anjali Dance Company (Rathna Kumar), Kalangan Odissi Dance Academy (Supradipta Dutta) , Nritya School of Dance (Padmini Chari), Rice Rasikas (Rice University), Samskriti Dance Company, Silambam Dance Company (Lavanya Rajagopalan), Soma Gupta's School of Manipuri, Storytellers Dance Scool (Ekta Popat), Sunanda's Performing Arts Center (Sunanda Nair), Tatvam Scool of Dance (Lavanya Prabhu). This is a rare opportunity to see the coming together, on one platform, of diverse dancers and dances, highlighting the music, dance and choreography of Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Kathak, Odissi, Mohiniyattam and Manipuri. Read more
A gritty street in Weimar Berlin, an empty dressing room, a telephone ring, a whispered name... Valeska Gert.
Open Dance Project presents DADA GERT, a multimedia, immersive dance theater performance inspired by the life and work of Valeska Gert, a renegade dance/theater/film/cabaret artist whose punk-like “dance satires” alternately challenged and thrilled audiences in Weimar era Berlin, conceived and choreographed by Annie Arnoult.
DADA GERT is an intimate hour long immersive production with only 25 tickets per show. The audience stands and walks through the performance. There is no traditional audience seating. The performance is wheelchair accessible. This performance is recommended for audiences aged 13 and over.Read more
Urban Souls: Dancing with the Houston Stars is an exciting special event where community leaders and local celebrities team up with professional dancers to showcase their talents. This captivating gala promises a night of unforgettable performances and celebration, highlighting the vibrant spirit of the Urban Souls Dance Company and its impact on the arts in Houston. Join us for an evening of dance, entertainment, and community connection!Read more
Group Acorde presents Gasp: An evening of collaborative works between contemporary dance and live music with two original works centered on what happens to one’s breathing particularly during the time between preparing for a natural disaster to occur and its aftermath. This full evening production will feature two works: Inperson and Gasp. Both works demonstrate Group Acorde’s ability to create art collaborations that display the company’s diverse artistry and artists.Read more
Step into a night of divine creativity, powerful storytelling, and breathtaking performance as Purpose With a Passion (PWP) presents The Passion Experience 2025: MIRACLES — an extraordinary fusion of faith, art, and inspiration that will move hearts and ignite hope. This year’s production celebrates the miraculous power of God through dance, music, and theater. Each scene brings biblical stories and real-life testimonies to life with artistic excellence and an atmosphere of worship, reminding us that nothing is impossible with God.Read more
Dance Source Houston is excited to present the 38th edition of Mind The Gap on December 2, 2025. This program will feature works from a range of dance forms by local choreographers, including Emilie Anne, Rebecca LaFon (Vessel Movement Company), Nahee Lee, Kavya Mathukumalli (Silambam), Anna-Caison Roguski, and Isabella Mireles Vik (Aufheben Ensemble).
Join Dance Source Houston after the performance for an onstage reception to connect with the choreographers and performers of Mind The Gap 38.
Mind The Gap was created in partnership with Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston to support independent choreographers and small dance companies presenting their work. Begun in January 2017, Mind The Gap has provided a platform for more than 150 local dancemakers to date. The program helps choreographers propel their works from the studio to the stage and exposes audiences to new dance makers and styles.Read more
Shades of Connection will feature new choreographic works set on the HC2s by Guest Choreographers, Chris Bloom, Morgan Manning, Alec Marianek, Lenorris Arnold, and Shelby Nunn. See these exciting works that will be performed by the fifteen Houston Contemporary 2 company members. You will also have the opportunity to see a new work by Marlana Doyle performed by our PATH+ dancers.Read more
Artists For People is a two-night community benefit concert that brings together local Houston artists in solidarity with global and local struggles for justice. Through live performance, resource-sharing, and fundraising, we aim to support children and families in Gaza impacted by genocide, as well as our Houston neighbors affected by recent ICE raids and detentions. Our mission is to use art as a tool for collective action, resistance, and resource redistribution.
Come see dancers, musicians, vocalists, and other live performance artists in support for our local and global neighbors. This is a self-run, people-powered event featuring community-rooted art in support of Gaza supplies and immigrant aid in Houston— not affiliated with any institution — and all proceeds beyond covering the costs of this project will go directly to Gaza Sunbirds and the Houston Immigrant Legal Services Collaborative.Read more
Juxtapose Arts Collective presents a story that reminds of us of the true meaning of Christmas. Told through the eyes of a young girl named Lynn, is a story full of fun characters, lessons to be learned, and a lot of heart. On her journey, we will see incredible dancing, beautiful singing, and dazzling aerial arts. Make this your tradition as we bring in the holiday spirit and Believe.Read more
