We’re approaching spring, which signifies that 1) the climate may begin performing proper, and a couple of) a lot of folks might be on the Houston Livestock Present and Rodeo’s World Championship BBQ Prepare dinner-off for 3 nights of partying.
We have now a couple of rodeo-related occasions lined up on this week’s planner. We even have dragons, reside musical performances, watercolor artwork, an opportunity to hang around with some lovely, adoptable pets, and one occasion sure to depart audiences shaken, not stirred.
Thursday, February 27
The Passion Middle for the Performing Arts presents Dragons and Legendary Beasts
Dragons and Legendary Beasts is a reside present that unveils a myriad of darkish secrets and techniques, letting the viewers come head to head with a few of the most opulent creatures and terrifying beasts ever to stroll the earth. Creatures embody the colossal Stone Troll, the mysterious Indrik and Japanese Baku; the Tooth Fairy (not as candy as you’d assume), an lovely Unicorn, and an imposing Griffin. 6:30 pm.
Houston Ballet presents Within the Night time
Three expressive ballets on this program supply a fusion of classical and up to date artistry. Amongst them is Stanton Welch’s highly effective Maninyas, a piece that delves into the gradual and typically daunting course of of unveiling oneself in a relationship. Jerome Robbins’ Within the Night time is a poignant one-act ballet for 3 {couples}, set to 4 piano nocturnes by composer Frédéric Chopin. And Lila York pays homage to her Irish heritage with Celts, a fusion of Irish folks dance and ballet. By means of Sunday, March 9. 7:30 pm (2 pm Sunday).
Mo Gilligan: In The Second World Tour
Slapstick comedian Mo Gilligan involves Houston as a part of his In The Second World Tour. As one of many UK’s largest comedy stars (we first bought to know him because the sidekick from The Huge Narstie Present), he’s carried out at London’s O2 Area, launched three stand-up specials, and has quite a few TV credit to his identify, together with The Lateish Present with Mo Gilligan, That’s My Jam, The Brit Awards, and The Masked Singer. 7:30 pm.
Friday, February 28
Deliberate Parenthood Gulf Coast versus Luncheon
The versus Luncheon is Deliberate Parenthood Gulf Coast’s largest annual fundraiser, celebrating the nonprofit’s work on the combat for reproductive freedom. Funds help PPGC’s continued provision of reasonably priced well being care, sexual well being schooling, and advocacy throughout southeast Texas and Louisiana. The dynamic program will function drag performances by Adriana LaRue, a particular visitor video look, and a keynote dialog between abortion rights advocate Amanda Zurawski and PPGC Medical Director Dr. Anitra Beasley. Midday.
Houston Symphony presents “007: James Bond Eternally”
Final week, James Bond followers have been hit with the information that Amazon MGM Studios now owns the superspy franchise, which suggests we’ll most definitely get spinoff films and TV exhibits for the remainder of time. Nonetheless, the Houston Symphony celebrates 60 years of 007 as Tony-winning Broadway star Lena Corridor joins the orchestra for unforgettable Bond themes spanning Connery to Craig, together with favorites resembling Goldfinger, Skyfall, Diamonds are Eternally, and Dwell and Let Die. 7:30 pm (2 pm Sunday).
4th Wall Theatre Firm presents Topdog / Underdog
Have fun the final day of Black Historical past Month by trying out this acclaimed play. Suzan-Lori Parks’ darkly comedian fable of concord and household id tells the story of Lincoln and Sales space, two brothers whose names got to them as a joke, foretelling a lifetime of sibling rivalry and resentment. Haunted by the previous, the brothers are pressured to confront the shattering actuality of their future. The play gained the 2002 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and 2023 Tony Award for Finest Revival of a Play. By means of Saturday, March 15. 7:30 pm (3 pm Sunday).
Tony’s presents Disco Cowboy Weekend
On Friday and Saturday, the Wild West collides with Saturday Night time Fever for a high-energy, whiskey-fueled weekend at Tony’s. Friends will take pleasure in Ghostwood Whiskey cocktails and a particular menu of disco-inspired bites, as DJ YO$H spins within the San Remo Room dance membership. At 8:30 pm, there might be a best-dressed desk contest the place the winner will obtain a bottle of Ghostwood Whiskey, a crystal bucket of Lone Star Beer, and a butter pecan baked Alaska. 7:30 pm.
Saturday, March 1
The San Jacinto Museum and Battlefield Affiliation presents the San Jacinto Texas Independence Enjoyable Run
This 14th annual run invitations health lovers, historical past buffs, and households with kids of all ages to “Run the Battlefield!” and expertise the historic grounds the place Texas gained its independence. Contributors can select from a 10K run, 5K run, 5K stroll, or a 1K Youngsters Run, and the licensed course might be chip-timed for the 10K and 5K run occasions. The highest three female and male finishers in every working class might be acknowledged. Proceeds from the occasion will go towards historic preservation and academic packages. 7 am.
Houston Livestock Present and Rodeo presents Downtown Houston Parade
It’s Houston Livestock Present and Rodeo time once more, which suggests Downtown Houston might be swarming with ornamental floats, wagons, path riders and horses for the annual Downtown Rodeo Parade. The parade route begins at Bagby and Walker, travels from Travis to Bell, and from Bell to Louisiana, earlier than turning on Lamar and ends at Lamar and Bagby. Earlier than that, runners, walkers and athletes in wheelchairs will get to steppin’ for the 2025 Houston Rodeo Run 5K/10K at 9:10 am. 10 am.
Boo’s Burgers presents The Burger Tour at Ninfa’s
As a part of the preparations for the opening of its brick and mortar location, Boo’s Burgers is internet hosting a collaborative burger pop-up on the Unique Ninfa’s on Navigation. Prospects could have the chance to benefit from the Boo’s OG x The Unique Ninfa’s Fiesta Burger for a restricted time. Made with recent floor beef and Chihuahua cheese nestled in a buttery challah bun, the burger is served alongside a refreshing ensalada de nopales and savory esquites with a kick of salsa macha. 2 pm.
Backyard & Gun presents Rodeo Smoke Present
In partnership with Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Backyard & Gun will host a celebration to kick off the Houston Livestock Present and Rodeo at Houston’s award-winning Fact BBQ. There might be reside music, craft cocktails, and a makers market that includes artisan wares by a few of the prime names in Western items. All through the night, chef Leonard Botello and his group will serve Texas-inspired bites, includng a crawfish boil, smoked meats, sides, and desserts. 6 pm.
Moody Middle for the Arts presents Spring Fling: Madison McFerrin
Have fun the spring season with the genre-bending sounds of singer-songwriter Madison McFerrin at Spring Fling, the Moody’s annual out of doors live performance. Coming from a household of well-known musical voices (that is her daddy!) McFerrin’s distinct vocal and meticulously layered stylings of a capella and self-harmonizing culminate in work that blends the genres of R&B, pop, soul, and jazz, all with a way of softness. Houston’s personal DJ DOUBLEDUTCH will open. There might be complimentary drinks and after-hours entry to the galleries. 7 pm.
Sunday, March 2
Bar-A-BBQ presents two-year Anniversary Celebration
Make the drive to Montgomery to have fun two years of the everlasting location of the restaurant named to Texas Month-to-month’s listing of the state’s greatest new and improved barbecue joints. Fact BBQ might be available serving entire hog, together with bites from Decatur’s North Texas Smoke BBQ and pitmaker M&M BBQ Firm. Anticipate a energetic ambiance and, better of all, free beer for these sufficiently old to devour it. 10:45 am.
Houston Arboretum presents Pup Crawl & Pet Expo
The Houston Arboretum & Nature Middle presents their annual Pup Crawl and Pet Expo. After 4 particular beer stops alongside the Arboretum trails, friends can work together with native pet distributors on the Pet Expo and stroll away with a commemorative Pup Crawl glass. Friends can take part in a doggy scavenger hunt the place they’ll meet adoptable canines from BARC foster care alongside the way in which. Proceeds help the conservation and education schemes of the Houston Arboretum and BARC, the Metropolis of Houston’s animal shelter and adoption middle. 3 pm.
Watercolor Artwork Society – Houston presents forty eighth Annual Worldwide Watermedia Exhibition opening reception
The Watercolor Artwork Society – Houston presents the forty eighth Annual Worldwide Watermedia Exhibition, showcasing the best up to date watermedia artwork from world wide. The works on show symbolize a few of the world’s most recognizable present watermedia artists and guests could have the chance to view and buy authentic paintings. Esteemed artist and design professor Stephen Zhang might be acknowledged for his large-scale, expressive watermedia work. By means of Saturday, March 29. 3:30 pm.
Indo American Affiliation presents Parampara… Shinjini Kulkarani
Shinjini Kulkarni, a famend Kathak dancer from the esteemed ninth era of the Kalka Bindadin lineage, is the granddaughter of the legendary Kathak Maestro, Pt. Birju Maharaj. By the point she was eight years outdated, Shinjini started performing, showcasing her expertise and dedication to the artwork type. Since then, by means of her fascinating performances, Shinjini Kulkarni constantly mesmerizes audiences, incomes accolades and recognition for her distinctive artistry and dedication to the classical dance type of Kathak. 6 pm.
