Comedic chamber opera to be released this October What: On Friday, October 23, Houston Grand Opera presents Vinkensport, or The Finch Opera, a hilarious sendup of the little-known Belgian sport of professional finch-calling by composer David T. Little and librettist Royce Vavrek. Conducted by HGO Artistic and Music Director Patrick Summers and co-directed by HGO Studio alumnus Ryan McKinny and General and Artistic Director of OPERA San Antonio E. Loren Meeker, this comic opera in one act is sure to delight audiences. […]
September, 2020
Child Advocates of Fort Bend Receives Grant From Waller County
Child Advocates of Fort Bend was a recipient of state funds to Waller County to provide forensic interviews, therapy and clinical services to children who are victims of sexual abuse, physical abuse and witnesses to violent crime. The funds are in standing with the partnership between the two agencies as Child Advocates of Fort Bend officially serves Waller County and Austin County with its full array of services and programs through its Children’s Advocacy Center and […]
LIVE from The Heritage Society with Mister McKinney featuring author and Galveston historian Kimber Fountain
* Wednesday, September 30th * 7pm “LIVE from The Heritage Society with Mister McKinney” featuring author and Galveston historian Kimber Fountain talking about the 120th anniversary of the Great Storm on 1900 and her book Galveston Seawall Chronicles, which showcases the engineering marvel and popular attraction, along with the grade raising of the City of Galveston often not told. The free virtual lecture takes place inside our new Tea Room studio with vintage photos from his book.
LIVE from The Heritage Society with Mister McKinney featuring architectural historian Barrie Scardino Bradley
Wednesday, October 7th * 7pm “LIVE from The Heritage Society with Mister McKinney” featuring architectural historian Barrie Scardino Bradley talking about her 40 year anniversary as a historian & her books such as Houston’s Forgotten Heritage and Ephemeral City, connecting THS with the rich Houston history leading up to our modern day. The free virtual lecture takes place inside our new Tea Room studio.
LIVE from The Heritage Society with Mister McKinney featuring author and owner of HoustonWalks.us Sandra Lord
Wednesday, October 14th * 7pm “LIVE from The Heritage Society with Mister McKinney” featuring author and owner of HoustonWalks.us Sandra Lord talking about her book Ghosts of Houston’s Market Square Park. The free virtual lecture takes place inside our new Tea Room studio.
LIVE from The Heritage Society with Mister McKinney featuring true Houston Legend Robert Sakowitz
Wednesday, October 21st * 7pm “LIVE from The Heritage Society with Mister McKinney” featuring true Houston Legend Robert Sakowitz, aka “the Merchant Prince”, talking about his life story and the history of Houston. The free virtual lecture takes place inside our new Tea Room studio.
Recent Weather Sets High Expectations for Archery-Only Season Opener
AUSTIN – Expectations are high for the archery hunting season opening day thanks to recent rain events, mild temperatures and reported deer movement throughout the state. The archery-only season opens on Oct. 3 and runs through Nov. 6. “Recent precipitation throughout Texas has resulted in a flush of new growth on preferred native deer forages and should set the stage for good winter weed production, critical for deer late in the season,” said Alan Cain, […]
Sen. Cruz Issues Statement in Support of Nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today issued the following statement in support of President Donald Trump’s nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court of the United States: “Judge Amy Coney Barrett currently serves on the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit with honor and distinction, and I look forward to supporting her nomination to the Supreme Court of the United States. Before her confirmation to the Seventh Circuit, Judge […]
Sen. Cruz Slams Google for Election Advertisement Censorship in Letter to CEO
HOUSTON, Texas – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), chairman of the Subcommittee on The Constitution, today sent a letter to Google CEO Sundar Pichai raising concerns regarding Google’s announcement that it will block advertisements mentioning current state or federal office holder or candidates and parties after Election Day. In the letter to Sundar Pichai, Sen. Cruz wrote: “This week, Axios reported that Google has informed advertisers that, after polls close on November 3, it will block advertisements that mention a current […]
Upcoming Shows at Arena Theater
THE OAK RIDGE BOYS POSTPONED! Statement From Arena Theatre: “Due to the mandate of the City of Houston for social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the September 25th, 2020 The Oak Ridge Boys show is rescheduled with a date to be determined. Please retain all tickets purchased as they will remain valid for the new date. Rescheduling is in the interest of the health and safety of all Houstonians, our patrons, performing artists, […]