Now that we’re getting again to that dysfunctional, Houston winter climate the place it’s within the 60’s and 70’s in January, we are able to get again to going outdoors and doing a little enjoyable issues over the weekend.
We have now a bevy of cool issues on this week’s planner: boats, automobiles, style, theater, comedy, monster vans, a freakin’ water circus. In case you can’t discover one thing to do on this week’s listing, now we have just one query — why not?
Thursday, January 30
Houston AutoBoative Present
For the fourth 12 months, the Houston Auto Present and Houston Boat Present are teaming as much as current the last word sea and land expertise. Guests could have entry to the newest in automotive, boating, and out of doors sports activities know-how, together with actions for the entire household. From cutting-edge electrical automobiles to highly effective vans and splendid sedans, this 12 months’s Auto Present has one thing for everybody. 11 am (10 am Saturday and Sunday).
The Periwinkle Basis presents Hops & Scorching Tamales
Mates of The Periwinkle Basis presents this fundraiser (and “good friend raiser”) to thank present supporters and invite neighborhood members to be taught extra concerning the nonprofit. Visitors will get pleasure from tamales and different goodies from El Patio, whereas sampling an array of native beers from Unhealthy Astronaut Brewery Firm. There can be video games, temporary shows, and alternatives to have interaction with The Periwinkle Basis workers, board members, long-term survivors, and sufferers impacted by the group’s packages, all in a enjoyable and informal ambiance. 6 pm.
The Museum of High quality Arts, Houston presents Style Fusion
Asian artwork meets modern couture on the ninth version of the annual style competitors on the MFAH. Open to aspiring designers within the Style Design program at Houston Group Faculty, Style Fusion challenges college students to create authentic clothes in response to artwork on show within the museum’s galleries. The aspiring designers will showcase clothes addressing the theme, Arts of Asia, primarily based on the MFAH collections of Chinese language, Indian, Japanese, and Korean artwork. Successful clothes can be displayed at The Galleria and the MFAH. 7 pm.
Friday, January 31
A.D. Gamers presents The Foreigner
This uproarious comedy by Larry Shue is likely one of the funniest reveals to ever hit the American stage. Froggy, a British demolition skilled who sometimes runs coaching periods at a close-by military base within the deep hills of Georgia, brings his good friend Charlie, a pathologically shy Englishman who has simply realized of his spouse’s latest infidelity, to a pleasant lodge for a interval of relaxation and rest. However some of us in these elements of Georgia do not take too kindly to foreigners. By Sunday, February 23. 7:30 pm (2 and seven:30 pm Saturday; 7:30 pm Sunday).
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Cirque Italia will current their new manufacturing, a narrative about Rafael, a farm boy swept away by a twister who lands within the coronary heart of town’s chaos. On the comedic escapade, Rafael the Clown seamlessly transitions from farm life to the dazzling lights of town, weaving humor into each worlds. As he navigates town, he encounters many personalities, reflecting the varied sides of city life. Sights embrace a trampoline wall, the Rolla Bolla, a rope act, juggling, and extra. 7:30 pm (1:30, 4:30 and seven:30 pm Saturday; 1:30 pm Sunday).
Houston Grand Opera presents West Aspect Story
From the second Maria and Tony step onto the dance ground, their intense chemistry sends sparks flying, igniting a romance destined for tragedy. Transporting Shakespeare’s story of star-crossed lovers Romeo and Juliet to a New York setting, West Aspect Story is the creation of composer Leonard Bernstein, lyricist Stephen Sondheim, choreographer Jerome Robbins, and playwright Arthur Laurents. By Saturday, February 15. 7:30 pm (2 pm Sunday).
The Man In Black: A Tribute to Johnny Money
Together with his strikingly related seems to be, baritone voice, and spot-on mannerisms, Shawn Barker’s uncanny resemblance to the unique Man In Black revitalizes the true character and spirit of Johnny Money himself, considered one of America’s biggest musical icons. The present options Barker in character all through your entire night, taking the viewers by way of every period of Money’s life and music, together with hits like “Folsom Jail Blues,” “I Stroll The Line,” “A Boy Named Sue,” “Damage,” and “Ring of Hearth,” full with a full backing band. 8:30 pm.
Saturday, February 1
Kumail Nanjiani: Doing This Once more
Kumail Nanjiani involves Houston as he returns to his roots in stand-up comedy. Nanjiani has a wealthy historical past in comedy, as he is finest identified for his position on the HBO collection Silicon Valley. Lately, he is appeared within the lead position on Hulu’s Welcome to Chippendales and was nominated for an Oscar alongside his spouse, Emily V. Gordon, for co-writing The Huge Sick. Regardless of his success on display, stand-up has all the time been a real ardour. Now, he is able to deliver his sharp observations and distinctive comedic voice again to stay audiences. 7 pm.
Monster Jam
Monster Jam can be an adrenaline-charged weekend that includes heated rivalries, high-flying stunts, and fierce head-to-head battles. It’ll characteristic Monster Jam vans just like the legendary Grave Digger, Megalodon, El Toro Loco (which can be on show this Thursday afternoon at Northern Device + Gear), Zombie, and extra in freestyle, expertise, and racing competitions. They may even have pit events and driver meet-and-greets after the occasion. 7 pm (3 pm Sunday).
Katt Williams: Heaven on Earth Tour
Ever since he gave an endlessly tea-spilling interview on Shannon Sharpe’s Membership Shay Shay podcast final 12 months (which presently has 88 million views on YouTube), Katt Williams has now gotten a rep for being some of the outspoken, provocative comics on the market. Even GQ lately declared he’s liable for the sordid celeb scandals (Diddy, anybody?) which have surfaced. Nonetheless, Williams continues to be a pimpalicious comic, and he’ll be performing two reveals in Houston this weekend. 8 pm (7 pm Sunday).
Sunday, February 2
Maven at Thompson presents Beats & Brews
Over on the Thompson Houston Resort, espresso store and cafe Maven is internet hosting its first Beats & Brews occasion, combining laid-back DJ units in a comfy espresso store ambiance. Visitors can unwind, recharge, and join over expertly crafted coffees and indulgent bites, whereas having fun with beats by widespread Houston DJ Christopher Reid (aka DJ Saynt Chris). Identified for his or her premium espresso and cocktails, Maven’s Beats & Brews is the newest of their ongoing efforts to create dynamic, community-driven moments by way of curated occasions, pop-ups, and life-style experiences. Midday.
ReelAbilities Houston presents ReelArt opening reception
At ReelArt, guests can see the world by way of the eyes of artists from Celebration Firm, an entrepreneurial employment program for adults with disabilities, and featured artist Keith Wasserman. The artists work with quite a lot of mediums, akin to portray, images, and glass fusion. This wide selection of mediums permits the artists a number of methods to excel at expressing themselves. To view the artwork just about or to buy merchandise, go right here. 1 pm.
River Oaks Theatre presents Cinemaniacs: The Manchurian Candidate
Native pop-culture critic/author Chris Vognar (Rolling Stone, New York Occasions, and so on.) closes out his Paranoia, the Destroyer: American Political Thrillers movie collection he programmed over at River Oaks Theatre this weekend. The ultimate movie can be John Frankenheimer’s psycho-thriller/neo-noir/downright-bananas Chilly Warfare satire from 1962, primarily based on Richard Condon’s novel, starring Frank Sinatra, Lawrence Harvey, Janet Leigh, and Angela Lansbury as one unhealthy mom. Vognar will introduce the movie and host a post-screening talkback. 6 pm.
Bebop Bounty Huge Band: Cowboy BebopStay Tour
People who grew up watching the Cartoon Community’s Toonami block will certainly love this. Cowboy Bebop Stay is an expertise highlighting the story of the anime Cowboy Bebop on the large display with stay music by the Bebop Bounty Huge Band. The 14-piece jazz ensemble options world-class musicians, with members from the Jazz Orchestra at Dr. Phillips Middle, Orlando Jazz Orchestra, and Disney’s Most important Road Philharmonic. 7 pm.
