A note regarding COVID-19
Austin
“My Fair Lady”
Dec. 5-10
Bass Concert Hall , 2350 Robert Dedman Drive
Lincoln Center Theater’s production of Lerner and Loewe’s “My Fair Lady” premiered in the spring of 2018 at Lincoln Center’s Vivian Beaumont Theater and was nominated for 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival. Adapted from George Bernard Shaw’s play and Gabriel Pascal’s motion picture “Pygmalion,” “My Fair Lady” has a book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe, including “I Could Have Danced All Night” and “Get Me to the Church on Time.”
Clute
Planetarium Show
Dec. 5, 12, 19, 22
Center for the Arts & Sciences, 400 College Blvd.
Every month, the planetarium shows give visitors a close-up view of comets, exploding stars, and black holes. The shows feature a variety of high tech equipment, including a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector that produces the night sky as it appears to the naked eye.
Kerrville
Schreiner Mansion Holiday Tours
Dec. 5-21
Schreiner Mansion, 226 Earl Garrett St.
On Tuesdays and Thursdays, Schreiner Mansion opens for holiday tours during the month of December to benefit the Hill Country Youth Orchestra. Enjoy wassail, cookies, carolers, and a historic home tour. Tours go on every half hour with 1:30 p.m. being the last tour.
Wild West Wine Wednesday
Dec. 6
Museum of Western Art, 1550 Bandera Highway
At the Wild West Wine Wednesday, visitors can enjoy a pleasant evening trying complimentary samples from an area brewery, winery, or distillery while learning about the museum’s latest exhibits.
Symphony of the Hills in Concert
Dec. 7
Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.
The symphony performs “Many Moods of Christmas,” featuring the Grand Symphony Chorus. Hear a full orchestra of professional musicians and advanced music students, performing a diverse musical program featuring top soloists.
Fredericksburg
“Plaid Tidings”
Dec. 8-17
Fredericksburg Theater Company, 1668 US 87 South
Filled with Christmas standards that have all been Plaid-erized, the boys are back to do their Christmas special. At first, Francis, Jinx, Smudge, and Sparky aren’t sure why they’ve returned to Earth for another posthumous performance, but a phone call from the heavenly Rosemary Clooney lets them know that they’re needed to put a little harmony into a discordant world. This truly heaven-sent holiday treat lifts audiences spirits and fills them with nostalgia for a bygone era of classic music sung in perfect harmony.
Orange
“Stomp”
Dec. 8-9
Lutcher Theater, 707 Main Ave.
“Stomp” is explosive, provocative, sophisticated, utterly unique, and appeals to audiences of all ages. The return of the percussive hit also brings some new surprises, with some sections of the show now updated and restructured and the addition of two new full-scale routines, utilizing props like tractor tire inner tubes and paint cans.
Amarillo
“The Nutcracker”
Dec. 8-10
Amarillo Civic Center, 401 S. Buchanan St.
Lonestar Ballet brings to life the enchanting world of the timeless holiday classic. Delight in a magical evening of ballet filled with graceful movements, stunning costumes, and a captivating storyline that transports audiences to a realm of wonder and imagination.
Clute
“Best Christmas Pageant Ever”
Dec. 8-10, 15-17
Center for the Arts & Sciences, 400 College Blvd.
Witness the story of six misfit children who volunteer to star in their town’s Sunday school Christmas pageant.
Grand Prairie
“White Christmas the Musical”
Dec. 8-10, 15-17
Uptown Theater, 120 E. Main St.
Don’t miss the holiday classic “White Christmas the Musical,” based on the film starring Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire and featuring Irving Berlin’s song “White Christmas.”
Hutto
Spirit of Orgain ‘23
Dec. 8-9
Brushy Creek Ampitheater, 1001 County Road 137
To honor the legacy of Hutto’s first settler, the Directors of Chaos present Spirit of Orgain ‘23, a two-day concert that brings a neo-soul celebration to Brushy Creek Amphitheater. Headlining this event are Erykah Badu, Thundercat, Masego, and GZA, whose soulful sounds and powerful lyrics echo the very essence of the man who forged the path for Hutto’s future. The story of Adam Orgain is one of resilience, determination, and unwavering spirit. In 1854, he became the first non-Indigenous settler in the region, carving out a life for himself in the untamed grasslands north of Brushy Creek, within Williamson County. In 2022, the city of Hutto honored him by naming a 65-acre park in his memory. This serene park, situated just a stone’s throw from the very land where Orgain built his homestead, now graces the cliffs of Brushy Creek. It serves as a testament to his enduring legacy and stands as a symbol of the inclusivity and cultural diversity that defines Hutto today. Adam Orgain Park is the hallowed ground upon which the Brushy Creek Amphitheater finds its home, a venue that epitomizes community and unity. And Spirit of Orgain offers an opportunity for music enthusiasts to come together and celebrate the setter’s enduring legacy. The Directors of Chaos is an organization built with the intent to create and operate large-scale events with the mindset and attention to detail of a boutique, homegrown agency. With the experience and knowledge that comes from managing world-class events across the United States for both small and large publicly traded entities, the company is uniquely positioned to give things a personal touch other agencies cannot.
Corsicana
100W Open Studios: Fall
Dec. 9
100 West, 100 W. Third Ave.
Meet visiting artists in residence showcasing new and in-progress work in Corsicana Artist and Writer Residency’s building in downtown. Fall Open Studios presents the work of London-based sculptor, land artist, and time-based media artist Eugene Macki; Sabrina Basten from Berlin, whose artistic approach uses sculpture, drawing, and storytelling; and Connecticut-based composer/performer and musician Gregory Merkl.
Austin
Second Saturdays
Dec. 9
Blanton Museum of Art, 200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Art. Music. Picnics. It’s a vibe. Every second Saturday, hang on the Blanton’s new Moody Patio. Enjoy live DJ sets on the museum’s redesigned grounds and explore the galleries that are open late. Pack a picnic or purchase local food and drinks for sale.
Elgin
The Art of Giving
Dec. 9
Downtown, 109 Depot St.
This holiday season, downtown businesses partner with local artists in support of local nonprofit organizations. Enjoy a showcase of unique handcrafted items from local artists. The Clever Tiger Gallery and Studio hosts an artist collective and Studio 621 is open with artists sharing their creations.
Baytown
Christmas on Texas Avenue Festival
Dec. 9-10
ACE District, 123 W. Defee St., Suite 8
Shop for the holidays, enjoy live entertainment, have breakfast and lunch with food vendors, visit the local merchants, see the Sculpture Trail, enjoy Santa’s Playground, and, of course, take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
New Braunfels
Holidays in Gruene: Bah Humbug
Dec. 9
The Grapevine, 1612 Hunter Road
See Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” with a twist: one actor plays all the roles. Award-winning stage actor Damian Gillen transforms before your eyes into the beloved characters—from Scrooge to Tiny Tim—in this imaginative re-telling of the holiday classic, complete with numerous costume changes, special effects, and traditional Celtic Christmas tunes.
Boerne
Kuhlmann-King Museum Tour
Dec. 9, 23
Kuhlmann-King Museum, 402 E. Blanco Road
Every second and fourth Saturday of the month, the Kuhlmann-King house gives the public the opportunity to step back in time to see what a historic Boerne home looked like “way back when.” Monthly events and themes vary.
Mesquite
Christmas at the Ranch
Dec. 9
Florence Ranch Homestead, 1424 Barnes Bridge Road
Experience the delightful 1871 home of David W. and Julia Savannah (Beaty) Florence decorated for the holiday season. Enjoy cookies, cocoa, and photo opportunities with Father Christmas.
Grand Prairie
“Wheel of Fortune Live”
Dec. 9
Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way
One of the greatest game shows of all time has been adapted into a stage show to give more fans access and more chances to win at “Wheel of Fortune Live.”
Rockport
Second Saturdays in the District
Dec. 9
Downtown
The Rockport Cultural Arts District hosts Second Saturday every month with live music and special themes to enjoy along with a self-guided artwalk, farmers market, and makers market.
Caroling at the Mansion
Dec. 9
Fulton Mansion, 317 S. Fulton Beach Road
Fulton Mansion celebrates the Christmas season with a sing-along of carols by candlelight outside of the mansion.
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Cedar Park
“Wheel of Fortune Live”
Dec. 10
H-E-B Center at Cedar Park , 2100 Avenue of the Stars
One of the greatest game shows of all time has been adapted into a stage show to give more fans access and more chances to win at “Wheel of Fortune Live.” Guests are randomly selected to go on stage and feel like they stepped into the game show itself.
Port Aransas
“It’s A Wonderful Life”
Dec. 14-22
Port Aransas Community Theatre, 2327 SH 361
An angel is sent from heaven to help a desperately frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he had never existed. This beloved American holiday classic comes to life as a 1940s-era live radio broadcast.
New Braunfels
“Nutty Nutcracker”
Dec. 14
Brauntex Theatre, 290 W. San Antonio St.
This zany twist on a classic tale is not your average holiday show. The story of Clara and the Nutcracker gets flipped on its head in a performance full of action, laughter, and surprises. “The Nutty Nutcracker” is a live parody performance recommended for teens and adults.
Austin
The Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show
Dec. 14
Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive
You better watch out, you better not cry, because The Queens of Christmas are coming back to Austin with a brand new edition of the internationally acclaimed The Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show. Another holiday season brings another year of fabulous spectacle, whip-smart comedy, brand new songs, and annual favorites. Join the sugary DeLa and spicy Jinkx for an evening that is sure to lift your spirits and make you laugh. The show is for ages 18 and older.
New Braunfels
“The Nutcracker”
Dec. 15-17
Brauntex Theatre, 290 W. San Antonio St.
Nothing captures holiday magic better than American Dance Company’s production of “The Nutcracker.” Feel the magic as Clara dreams that her beloved nutcracker toy has come to life. Swords clash as her nutcracker prince leads an epic battle with the Rat Queen and whisks her away through moonlit snowflakes to the magical land of sweets, ruled by the Sugar Plum Fairy.
Palestine
“Miracle on 34th Street”
Dec. 15-17
The Texas Theatre, 213 E. Crawford St.
Come see the classic story about a jolly old man from a retirement home who gets a job working as Santa for Macy’s. Kris unleashes waves of goodwill with Macy’s customers and makes everyone question the real purpose of Christmas.
Grand Prairie
Derek Hough: “Symphony of Dance”
Dec. 15-17
Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way
From the Emmy Award-winning mind of Derek Hough, the live dance show is the first-ever solo tour for the dynamo. It features a brand-new stage production, astounding versatility and, as always, Derek’s magnetic stage presence.
Del Rio
“The Nutcracker”
Dec. 16
Civic Center, 1915 Veterans Blvd.
The Del Rio Council for the Arts presents this performance of the classic ballet, which has become a holiday tradition in the community.
Palestine
The Historic Bower Mansion Ghost Hunt
Dec. 16-17
Bowers Mansion, 301 S. Magnolia St.
Built in 1878 and located just a stone’s throw from downtown Palestine lies one of the city’s most historic and infamous mansions. This Victorian home and National Texas Historic Landmark has a deep history, with stories of death, murder, and suicide.
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Amarillo
Happy Holiday Pops
Dec. 16
Amarillo Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S. Buchanan St.
Amarillo Symphony presents this annual show that offers favorite holiday music for friends and families to enjoy. The sparkling celebration features carols, classic songs, and a sing-along, making it become an Amarillo holiday tradition.
West Columbia
Candlelight Christmas
Dec. 16
Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historic Site, 1702 N. 13th St.
Tour the plantation home and discover the many contributions of different cultures to Christmas in Texas. Relax outside and enjoy the beverage of the season, wassail, and Christmas cookies. Other festivities include live entertainment, children’s activities, a special visit from Santa, and Santa’s Market.
Lake Jackson
Brazosport Symphony Orchestra in Concert
Dec. 16
The Clarion at Brazosport College, 500 College Drive
The Brazosport Symphony Orchestra presents selections of Vivaldi’s “Gloria” with the Brazosport College Choir and Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker Suite.”
Presidio
La Posada
Dec. 16
Fort Leaton State Historic Site, Farm-to-Market Road 170 East
Experience the holiday traditions of the borderlands at the annual Posada at Fort Leaton. “Posada” means “inn” or “shelter” in Spanish. This traditional Mexican Christmas tradition tells the story of Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem through skits and songs. Over 1,000 luminarias light the way for you to walk and sing with Mary and Joseph as they search for shelter. Following the procession, enjoy traditional holiday drinks, snacks, piñatas, and mariachi bands. You can wander the halls of the candle-lit fort on your own or take a guided tour.
Plano
“Home for the Holidays”
Dec. 17
Christ United Methodist Church, 3101 Coit Road
The Plano Symphony Orchestra performs this annual concert featuring seasonal favorites performed by the orchestra, vocalists, and a chorus. This year’s show includes the popular audience sing-along, visitors from the North Pole, singer-songwriter Nick Fabian, the award-winning vocal quartet Midtown Quartet, and the Plano Civic Chorus.
Amarillo
“A Drag Queen Christmas”
Dec. 21
Amarillo Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S. Buchanan St.
For the ninth consecutive year, Murray & Peter present “A Drag Queen Christmas,” the longest-running drag tour in America. See host Miz Cracker plus favorite queens performing live on stage with very special guest Todrick Hall. Meet and greet tickets are available.
Austin
Your Old Fashioned “Die Hard” Holiday Radiocast
Dec. 22
The Driskill Hotel, 604 Brazos St.
After years of sincere retellings of beloved, nostalgia-soaked Christmas stories, Penfold’s fictional 1940s radiocasters invite you to an after dark version of “Die Hard,” reimagined as the irreverent, Prairie Home Companion Christmas special that never should have existed. Back by popular demand and for one night only, you’re invited to a night of irreverent holiday fun.
Corpus Christi
“Wheel of Fortune Live”
Dec. 23
American Bank Center, 1901 N. Shoreline Blvd.
One of the greatest game shows of all time has been adapted into a stage show to give more fans access and more chances to win at “Wheel of Fortune Live.” Guests are randomly selected to go onstage and feel like they stepped into the game show itself.
Grand Prairie
Gary Owen’s DFW-NYE Takeover VII
Dec. 30-31
Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way
Gary Owen has been entertaining American audiences for more than a decade with his side-splitting comedy. Having performed to sold-out audiences in all the major comedy clubs and theaters across the country, Owen is one of America’s most beloved comedians, having been proclaimed by “Ebony” magazine as Black America’s “Favorite White Comedian.”
Cedar Park
Kill Tony New Year’s Eve
Dec. 31
H-E-B Center at Cedar Park , 2100 Avenue of the Stars
The No. 1 live podcast in the world, Kill Tony, reaches a new historic milestone when it enters its first arena, the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park, in the Austin area on New Year’s Eve. Hundreds of comics put their name in the Bucket of Destiny for a chance to perform one minute of stand up and then get interviewed in front of a crowd of thousands of people.
Clute
Planetarium Show
Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, 26, 30
Center for the Arts & Sciences, 400 College Blvd.
Every month, the planetarium shows give visitors a close-up view of comets, exploding stars, and black holes. The shows feature a variety of high tech equipment, including a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector that produces the night sky as it appears to the naked eye.
Fredericksburg
Winter Art Show
Jan. 4-28
Fredericksburg Art Guild, 308 E. Austin St.
See an all-members show with each member displaying a special piece of art to celebrate the holiday season.
Corpus Christi
Latino Film Festival
Jan. 5-7
Performing Arts Center, 6300 Ocean Drive
In cooperation with the Corpus Christi Film Commission and Texas A&M Corpus Christi, Festival De Cine Latino Americano Corpus Christi opens this new festival that highlights the finest international Latino and Latin American content and uplifts talented Latino filmmakers worldwide. It provides a platform for innovative, original, and thought-provoking works that are by, about, and for the Latino community.
Fredericksburg
First Friday Art Walk
Jan. 5
Various locations, Main Street
Participating fine art galleries remain open until 8 p.m. so visitors have time to explore the various events and exhibits planned throughout the day and enjoy local refreshments. Just look for the galleries flying the Art Walk flag.
Plano
“Cinderella”
Jan. 5-6, 13-14, 19-20
Courtyard Theater, 1509 H Ave.
Plano Metropolitan Ballet presents their annual fairytale ballet, “Cinderella.”
Freeport
History Day
Jan. 6
Freeport Historical Museum, 311 Park Ave.
View exhibits and hear firsthand accounts of significant events that occurred in the city of Freeport’s past.
Bandera
Cowboys On Main
Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27
Main Street, 500 Main St.
Enjoy free cowboy fun in downtown Bandera. Activities can include chuckwagon storytelling, hopping on a saddle-broke longhorn, or possibly a horse-drawn wagon tour of Bandera.
Houston
“This Side Up”
Jan. 7-May 4
Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, 4848 Main St.
Houston Center for Contemporary Craft presents this group exhibition that frames art handling and collections-care practices within the field of craft. Featuring the work of mount makers, crate builders, and exhibition fabricators, as well as artwork informed by these practices, the show brings unprecedented attention to the specialized knowledge, skill, apprenticeship, problem-solving, and deep understanding of materials required to build and support art infrastructure.
Orange
“On Your Feet!”—The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan
Jan. 9
Lutcher Theater, 707 Main Ave.
“On Your Feet!” is the inspiring true story about heart, heritage, and two people who believed in their talent and each other to become an international sensation: Gloria and Emilio Estefan. Now, their story is an all-new, exhilarating musical winning the hearts of critics and audiences alike.
Amarillo
“The Play That Goes Wrong”
Jan. 11-21
Amarillo Little Theatre Mainstage, 2019 Civic Circle
It’s opening night for a 1920s-style murder mystery but when the curtain goes up, the performance quickly goes from bad to utterly disastrous. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), “The Play That Goes Wrong” provides an evening of laughter.
“Miracle Music”
Jan. 13
Amarillo Botanical Gardens, 1400 Streit Drive
Amarillo Symphony Orchestra music director George Jackson leads the Amarillo Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra at a show featuring soloists Rossitza Jekova-Goza on violin and Helen Blackburn on flute and chamber orchestra staples by Bach, Mahler, and Haydn, plus a newly commissioned work by composer Christopher Theofanidis.
Mesquite
MLK Celebration and Parade
Jan. 13
Downtown and Mesquite Arts Center , 1527 North Galloway Ave.
The City of Mesquite along with Mesquite NAACP celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Festivities begin with a parade through downtown Mesquite (from South Bryan and Belt Line Road) and conclude with a celebration at Mesquite’s Art Center.
Stamps and Scrap Art Show
Jan. 13-14
Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo Drive
This rubber stamp, scrapbooking, and paper art show offers an opportunity to explore arts and crafts and gift ideas.
Rockport
Second Saturdays in the District
Jan. 13
Downtown
The Rockport Cultural Arts District hosts Second Saturday every month with live music and special themes to enjoy along with a self-guided artwalk, farmers market, and makers market.
Houston
Artist Talk: Nari Ward
Jan. 18
The Menil Collection, 1533 Sul Ross St.
Join artist Nari Ward for a discussion of his practice, including his acclaimed sculptural installations composed of found and collected discarded material. The conversation explores the themes of his work informed by the materials, community, and location in which he works, and is organized on the occasion of the display of “Say Can You See, 2021,” on view in the exhibition “Longing, Grief, and Spirituality: Art Since 1980.”
Bastrop
“Freaky Friday the Musical”
Jan. 19-Feb. 4
Bastrop Opera House, 711 Spring St.
When an overworked mother and her teenage daughter magically swap bodies, they have just one day to put things right again. “Freaky Friday,” a new musical based on the celebrated novel by Mary Rodgers and the hit Disney film, is a heartfelt, comedic, and unexpectedly emotional update on an American classic. By spending a day in each others shoes, Katherine and Ellie come to appreciate each other’s struggles, learn self-acceptance, and realize the immeasurable love and mutual respect that bond a mother and daughter.
Amarillo
“Bach to Bartók”
Jan. 19-20
Amarillo Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S. Buchanan St.
This concert features international star Mahan Esfahani on harpsichord performing Bach’s Concerto in D Minor, and the outstanding musicians of the Amarillo Symphony performing Bartók’s “Concerto for Orchestra.”
San Angelo
“Microscape: A Studio Art Quilt Associates Global Exhibition”
Jan. 19-March 31
San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, 1 Love St.
Microscopes, magnifying glasses, and virtual imaging techniques reveal a world of great beauty and complexity. The art quilts in the exhibit explore a corner of the world at high magnification, capturing tiny wonders at the microscopic level, or by zooming in on a larger object to show its smallest details.
“N.C. Wyeth and the Golden Age of American Illustration”
Jan. 19-March 31
San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, 1 Love Street
A selection of works from the collection of Joel and Suzanne Sugg features seldom-seen paintings by N.C. Wyeth (1882-1945), the patriarch of the Wyeth dynasty of painters.
Gladewater
Night at the Museum
Jan. 20
Gladewater Museum, 116 W. Pacific Ave.
On the third Saturday of January each year, the Gladewater Museum hosts this fun and informative event which spotlights Gladewater’s past and present history. Guest speakers, craftsmen, and authors are only a few of the people that have been invited to participate.
Kerrville
“The Beat Goes On: Six Decades of Cher”
Jan. 20
Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.
Lisa McClowry has created an uncanny tribute to the iconic pop star Cher, including a ”look-alike, sound-alike, talk-alike” level of detail, in the live theatrical production “The Beat Goes On.”
Temple
“Elliot Erwitt: Dog Dogs”
Jan. 21-March 16
Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum, 315 W. Avenue B
Elliot Erwitt is an acute observer of the canine world, and this photography exhibit shows how he sees our furry friends. In his vast range of sentiment, Erwitt shows us the dignity of the ankle-high Chihuahua, the anxiety of the homeless hound, the smugness of the adored dachshund, the patience of the pom-pommed poodle, and the oafish joy of a homely but well-loved pug. See numerous canine images throughout the exhibit, each telling a different doggo story.
Tyler
“On Your Feet!”—The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan
Jan. 23
UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3240 Old Glory Pkwy.
Her voice. His vision. Their story. “On Your Feet!” is the inspiring true story about heart, heritage, and two people who believed in their talent and each other and became an international sensation: Gloria and Emilio Estefan. Their story is an all-new, exhilarating musical winning the hearts of critics and audiences alike. It features some of the most iconic songs from the past 25 years, including “Rhythm Is Gonna Get You,” “Conga,” “Get On Your Feet,” “Don’t Want To Lose You Now,” “1-2-3,” and “Coming Out of the Dark.” Prepare to be on your feet from start to finish.
Victoria
Felice House and Dana Younger Art Exhibit
Jan. 26-March 10
The Nave Museum, 306 W. Commercial St.
The Nave Museum presents the work of Texas artists Felice House and Dana Younger. House is a figurative painter who strives, through her portraits of women, to provide a counterpoint to the passive female representations found in art historical tradition and culture at large. Younger is a contemporary sculptor whose work lives at the intersection of traditional and digital processes.
Lake Jackson
Eric Marienthal in Concert
Jan. 27
The Clarion at Brazosport College, 500 College Drive
Grammy Award-winning contemporary saxophonist Eric Marienthal is best known for his work in the jazz fusion, smooth jazz, and pop genres. He has performed with Elton John, Barbra Streisand, Billy Joel, Stevie Wonder, Burt Bacharach, and many other legendary artists. He appears as a guest soloist with the Brazosport Jazz Orchestra.
Bandera
Frontier Times Fourth Sunday Jamboree
Jan. 28
Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.
On most fourth Sundays of the month, the Frontier Times Museum presents an afternoon jamboree featuring live music, storytelling, and fun for all ages.
Orange
“Pretty Woman”
Feb. 2-3
Lutcher Theater, 707 Main Ave.
Based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic comedies, “Pretty Woman” springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time, Tony Award-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell, an original score by Grammy winners Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance, and a book by the movie’s legendary director, Garry Marshall, and screenwriter J. F. Lawton.
Sherman
“Second Samuel”
Feb. 2-18
Finley Theatre, 500 N. Elm St.
Sherman Community Players presents “Second Samuel.” Life is unchanging and copacetic during 1949 in the small, Southern town of Second Samuel, Georgia, where residents seem to care about each other as much as they love to gossip. At least it’s this way until the beloved piano teacher Miss Gertrude dies and the town’s shocking, best-kept secret is revealed.
Bandera
Mardi Gras Arts and Crafts
Feb. 3
Shop a range of merchandise at this Mardi Gras arts and crafts show located at the Bandera County Courthouse lawn.
Clute
Planetarium Show
Feb. 6, 13, 20, 23, 27
Center for the Arts & Sciences, 400 College Blvd.
Every month, the planetarium shows give visitors a close-up view of comets, exploding stars, and black holes. The shows feature a variety of high tech equipment, including a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector that produces the night sky as it appears to the naked eye.
Austin
“Beetlejuice”
Feb. 6-11
Bass Concert Hall , 2350 Robert Dedman Drive
Based on Tim Burton’s film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set, and a score that’s out of this Netherworld, “Beetlejuice”is “screamingly good fun!” (“Variety”). And under its uproarious surface (six feet under, to be exact), it’s a remarkably touching show about family, love, and making the most of every Day-O!
Edinburg
Ranch Fest
Feb. 10
Museum of South Texas History, 200 N. Closner Blvd.
The Museum of South Texas History is pleased to present Ranch Fest, a community event highlighting the culture of South Texas through regional folkway demonstrations ranging from hands-on activities to live performances.
Amarillo
“Triosarachops Devours!”
Feb. 10
Sharpened Iron Studios, 1314 S. Polk St.
Chamber Music Amarillo presents this show by Triosarachops, a local trio with soprano Sarah Beckham-Turner, horn player Guglielmo Manfredi, pianist Sarah Rushing. The group performs captivating works by Schubert, Bernstein, and a commissioned piece from composer Adam Levowitz.
Rockport
Second Saturdays in the District
Feb. 10
Downtown
The Rockport Cultural Arts District hosts Second Saturday every month with live music and special themes to enjoy along with a self-guided artwalk, farmers market, and makers market.
Clay Expo and Bountiful Bowl
Feb. 10-11
Rockport Center of the Arts, 204 S. Austin St.
This annual event consists of a two-day Bountiful Bowl pottery fair with over 30 potters, clay demos all weekend, and a free reception. There’s also gallery art walks, solo exhibits, a reception, and potters from around the world displaying their works, which are for sale to the public.
Clute
“Side by Side” by Sondheim Special Dinner Theater
Feb. 14-18
Center for the Arts & Sciences, 400 College Blvd.
This musical revue features the award-winning songs of Broadway and film composer Stephen Sondheim.
Orange
“Little Women”
Feb. 15
Lutcher Theater, 707 Main Ave.
Produced nationally and internationally, “Little Women” has been praised by critics for its ambition in bringing the timeless, captivating story to vivid musical life on stage. Based on Louisa May Alcotts life, “Little Women” follows the adventures of sisters Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy March, each determined to live life on her own terms. It embodies the complete theatrical experience, leaving audiences filled with a sense of adventure, joy, heartache, and a lifting of the spirit. The powerful score soars with the sounds of personal discovery, heartbreak, hope, and everlasting love.
Victoria
“The Savannah Sipping Society”
Feb. 15-18
Leo J. Welder Center for the Performing Arts, 214 N. Main St.
Theatre Victoria presents this laugh-a-minute comedy about four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, who are drawn together by fate and an impromptu happy hour and decide it’s high time to reclaim the enthusiasm for life they’ve lost through the years.
Amarillo
Kody Hodge One-Act Play Festival
Feb. 15-17
Amarillo Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S. Buchanan St.
Entering its sixth year in Amarillo, the Kody Hodge Foundation’s One-Act Play Festival provides audiences the opportunity to see the quality theater being produced in high schools across this great state. Schools from all over Texas converge on Amarillo to test out their UIL One-Act Play Contest entries for 2024. The public is invited to come see what these young thespians are capable of putting on a stage.
“Rent”
Feb. 15-25
Amarillo Little Theatre Mainstage, 2019 Civic Circle
This 1996 Tony Award winner for Best Musical is based on Puccini’s beloved opera “La Boheme” and follows the ups and downs of a year in the life of a group impoverished, artistic friends living in Manhattan’s East Village.
Grand Prairie
“Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live!”
Feb. 18
Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way
The grr-ific musical for little tigers and grown-ups alike is back. “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live!” is based on the No. 1 PBS Kid TV and Emmy Award-winning series and has delighted live audiences on stages across the country.
Houston
“Cinderella”
Feb. 22-March 3
Wortham Theater Center , 501 Texas Ave.
Make no mistake, this is not your childhood “Cinderella.” More tomboy than a princess, Stanton Welch’s title character is a striking woman of substance, determination, and spunk. Not waiting on a prince to rescue her, Cinderella is in control, fighting the will of her evil stepmother with wit and vigor. And when she finds true love, she grabs it and holds on with both hands. Set to Prokofiev’s classic score with a spectacular set and costume design by Kristian Frederickson, Welch’s unique spin on the storied classic brings the work into modern times with a twist to suit the 21st century.
Amarillo
Amarillo Master Chorale in Concert
Feb. 23-24
Amarillo Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts, 500 S. Buchanan St.
The Amarillo Master Chorale with the Amarillo Symphony performs Mahler’s Fifth Symphony and an exciting new composition “Novae Laudis” by Amarillo College professor Nathan Fryml.
Houston
“Janet Sobel: All-Over”
Feb. 23-Aug. 11
The Menil Collection, 1533 Sul Ross St.
This exhibition focuses on the abstract paintings made by Janet Sobel (1893-1968) during the 1940s when her short-lived but meteoric career began. Acclaimed for her skillful use of color and densely layered compositions that spilled to the edges of the support, Sobel pioneered what became known as “all-over” abstraction.
Bandera
Frontier Times Fourth Sunday Jamboree
Feb. 25
Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.
On most fourth Sundays of the month, the Frontier Times Museum presents an afternoon jamboree featuring live music, storytelling, and fun for all ages.
Boerne
“Drum Tao”
Feb. 27
Boerne Champion Auditorium, 201 Charger Blvd.
This long-running production of “Drum Tao” started in Tokyo in 2017 and continues to amaze and thrill audiences of all ages everywhere.
Dallas
The Sum of Us One-Act Festival
Feb. 29-March 17
Bishop Arts Theatre, 215 S. Tyler St.
The third annual Banned Books Festival continues with The Sum of Us One-Act Festival, inspired by Heather McGhee’s book that outlines what racism costs everyone and how we can heal together. Six local playwrights have penned a short play that has viewers on the edges of their seats. The performance includes talkbacks each night to build community and spur meaningful conversations.
Shiner
Spring Into Quilting Show
March 8-9
Methodist Church Activity Center, 102 W. Church St.
The Shiner Heritage Quilt Guild hosts this show that spotlights the artistry of quilt makers. See displays of large and small quilts (separate divisions for hand and machine-quilted entries and a special youth division), a block challenge, and demonstrations. The event also offers a donated quilt drawing, vendors, and food and drinks.
Tyler
“Come From Away”
June 27
UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3240 Old Glory Parkway
Winning Best Musical at the Tony Awards, this critically acclaimed musical takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. The musical was written by Tony nominees Irene Sanko and David Hein, and helmed by Tony-winning Best Director Christopher Ashley.
