🎭 Houston Performing Arts Highlights: February 17–23, 2025
✨ A Week of Theater Classics, Dance Premieres & Galactic Symphonies!
Get ready for a dynamic week of performing arts in Houston! From a beloved playwright’s hidden gem to a live Star Wars concert and heartfelt love songs, there’s something for everyone.
➡️ Dance Source Houston: Mind the Gap XXXIII
📍 MATCH (Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston) – 3400 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
🗓️ Tuesday, February 18 | 7:30 PM
💸 Pay-What-You-Can
The 33rd edition of this vibrant dance series showcases Bharatanatyam, contemporary, and heels choreography—crafted by Houston’s local dance talents.
💃 Dance Performances:
➡️ Uptown Dance Company: Spring is in the Air
📍 MATCH (Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston) – 3400 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
🗓️ Friday & Saturday, February 21–22 | Showtimes Vary
💸 $35
In celebration of their 25th Anniversary, Uptown Dance brings fresh choreography by Houston Ballet’s Karina Gonzalez, Pattie Obey, and Krissy Richmond in a night of captivating movement.
🎼 Symphony & Choir:
➡️ Houston Symphony: Star Wars – The Empire Strikes Back in Concert
📍 Jones Hall for the Performing Arts – 615 Louisiana St, Houston, TX 77002
🗓️ Friday & Saturday, February 21–22 | Showtimes Vary
💸 $53 & up
Watch the legendary Star Wars film while the Houston Symphony performs John Williams’ iconic score live. Relive the rebellion, from icy Hoth to the dark side, like never before!
➡️ Houston Chamber Choir: Love Songs & Sonnets
📍 South Main Baptist Church – 4100 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
🗓️ Saturday, February 22 | 7:30 PM
💸 $10 & up
Embark on a romantic musical journey, with love songs and sonnets spanning from the Renaissance to the Romantic era, all beautifully performed by the acclaimed Houston Chamber Choir.
🎭 Theater Productions:
➡️ Mr. Pim Passes By – A Hidden Classic by A.A. Milne
📍 Theatre Southwest – 8944 Clarkcrest St, Houston, TX 77063
🗓️ Opens Friday, February 21 | Ongoing
💸 $22
Most know A.A. Milne as the creator of Winnie the Pooh, but this charming 1919 play reveals his wit and depth in a story where a stranger’s visit changes everything for a small-town couple.
➡️ The Glass Menagerie – A Tennessee Williams Masterpiece
📍 Alley Theatre – 615 Texas Ave, Houston, TX 77002
🗓️ Opens Friday, February 21 | Ongoing
💸 $49 & up
This moving American classic explores dreams, family ties, and the delicate line between illusion and reality. Follow Amanda Wingfield’s struggle to secure a better future for her children, Tom and Laura.
➡️ Dirt Dogs Theatre Co: Blackbird – An Emotional Reckoning
📍 MATCH (Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston) – 3400 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
🗓️ Opens Friday, February 21 | Ongoing
💸 $30
An unexpected office visit brings raw emotions to the surface as Una confronts Ray about their complicated past. A powerful exploration of trauma, truth, and consequences.
⏳ Final Curtain Calls – Shows Closing This Week:
- The Trip to Bountiful
📍 Unity Theatre – 300 Church St, Brenham, TX 77833 (Closes Sunday, Feb 23) - The Foreigner
📍 A.D. Players at The George Theater – 5420 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77056 (Closes Sunday, Feb 23) - Camp Logan
📍 The Ensemble Theatre – 3535 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 (Closes Sunday, Feb 23) - The Heart Sellers
📍 Stages at The Gordy – 800 Rosine St, Houston, TX 77019 (Closes Sunday, Feb 23)
🎟️ Plan your week, grab your tickets, and dive into Houston’s rich performing arts scene!
