Calendar

A list of upcoming public events in Houston and the surrounding area

Jul
12
8:30 PM20:30

Houston Symphony: Prokofiev 5

Be transported to the balmy summers and snowy winters of Argentina as violinist Gabriela Lara performs Astor Piazzolla’s Cuatro Estaciones Porteñas (The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires). Composed at the height of World War II, Prokofiev’s Fifth Symphony was proclaimed by the composer as “a symphony of the greatness of the human spirit, a song of praise of free and happy Man.”

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Jun
21
4:00 PM16:00

Houston Symphony: Pixar's Up in Concert

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Enjoy this captivating film projected on a massive screen, accompanied by the Houston Symphony performing Michael Giacchino’s Academy Award-winning score live. It’s an unforgettable cinematic event that combines nostalgia with the magic of live music!

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Saturday, June 21 at 7:30 pm

Sunday, June 22 at 2:00 pm

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May
30
to Jun 1

Houston Symphony: Mahler 3

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Dive into new worlds as Music Director Juraj Valčuha leads Mahler’s cosmic, beyond-epic Symphony No. 3, performed with over 100 musicians on stage.

Shows

Friday, May 30 at 7:30 pm

Saturday, May 31 at 7:30 pm

Sunday, June 1 at 2:00 pm

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Mar
1
10:00 AM10:00

Houston Symphony: Sherlock Holmes for Kids

As the concert begins, the orchestra will discover that their maestro is suddenly missing. Luckily, famous detective Sherlock Holmes is available—but he’ll need help from the audience. All the musicians are suspects, and no one is to be trusted. While the orchestra performs, you’ll help Sherlock investigate each of the instrument families for clues to the mystery.

Shows

Saturday, March 1 at 10:00 am

Saturday, March 1 at 11:30 am

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Feb
28
to Mar 2

Houston Symphony: James Bond Forever

Tony Award-winning Broadway star Lena Hall joins the orchestra for unforgettable Bond themes spanning Connery to Craig, including favorites such as Goldfinger, Skyfall, Diamonds are Forever, and Live and Let Die.

Shows

Friday, February 28 at 7:30 pm

Saturday, March 1 at 7:30 pm

Sunday, March 2 at 2:00 pm

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Oct
26
8:00 PM20:00

Sonic Symphony: World Tour

Sonic Symphony is an immersive live experience that celebrates more than three decades of music from SEGA’s iconic mascot. From the classic 8-bit and 16-bit tunes to rock and EDM songs, this concert will take you on a musical journey through the colorful world of Sonic the Hedgehog.

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Oct
4
to Oct 6

Houston Symphony: Opening Weekend

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Juraj Valčuha and the orchestra kick off the season with one of the world’s most beloved orchestral works, Dvořák’s soul-stirring New World Symphony. This spotlight on great Czech composers also includes Martinů’s joyful Czech Rhapsody, written in celebration of Czechoslovakia’s 1918 independence.

Shows

Friday, October 4 at 7:30 pm

Saturday, October 5 at 7:30 pm

Sunday, October 6 at 2:00 pm

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Dec
9
to Dec 10

Houston Symphony: The Nightmare Before Christmas

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Watch one of Tim Burton’s most celebrated films like never before! The Nightmare Before Christmas will be projected in its entirety on the big screen, accompanied by Danny Elfman’s darkly charming score played live by the orchestra.

Shows

Saturday, December 9 at 7:30

Sunday, December 10 at 2:30

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Dec
1
to Dec 3

Houston Symphony: Shostakovich 11

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Conductor Laureate Andrés Orozco-Estrada leads Shostakovich’s cinematic, richly evocative Symphony No. 11. It’s a work with important ties to Houston—the Houston Symphony gave the U.S. premiere in 1957. Recognized as one of the great violinists of our time, the incomparable Augustin Hadelich returns with Shostakovich’s Violin Concerto No. 1.

Shows

Friday, December 1 at 8:00

Saturday, December 2 at 8:00

Sunday, December 3 at 2:30

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Oct
27
to Oct 30

Houston Symphony: A Tribute to the Moody Blues

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A supergroup of world-class rock musicians from the band GO NOW!—including drummer Gordy Marshall, who spent decades playing with The Moody Blues—joins the Symphony for stunning re-creations of classic hits like “Nights in White Satin,” “Tuesday Afternoon,” and “Go Now.”

Shows

Friday, October 27 at 8:00 pm

Saturday, October 28 at 8:00 pm

Sunday, October 29 at 2:30 pm

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Jul
14
to Jul 22

Houston Symphony: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

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Relive the film that started it all. Watch the wand choose the wizard, troll run amok, and magic mirrors in high-definition while the Houston Symphony performs John Williams’s iconic score. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime event as Harry, Ron, Hermione, and all your favorite characters return to the screen and enchant the world all over again. The Houston Symphony will be conducted by Brett Mitchell while the film plays overheard.

Friday, July 14 at 7:30 pm (Hobby Center)

Saturday, July 15 at 2:30 pm (Hobby Center)

Saturday, July 15 at 2:30 pm (Hobby Center)

Saturday, July 22 at 7:30 pm (Smart Financial Centre)

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Mar
3
to Mar 5

Houston Symphony: Sibelius No. 1

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Renowned Finnish conductor Osmo Vänskä interprets music of Finland’s greatest musical export, Jean Sibelius. Full of soaring, majestic melodies, Sibelius’s First Symphony was his most lushly romantic, and is often called the greatest ‘First’ of any composer in music history. Vänskä also shares music from one of Finland’s most outstanding contemporary composers, Lotta Wennäkoski. Dvořák’s delightful Violin Concerto is steeped in the spirited folk-dance traditions of his Bohemian homeland, and superb violinist Tai Murray draws out every vibrant phrase.

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Feb
24
to Feb 26

Houston Symphony: The Music of Elton John and Billy Joel

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From “Rocket Man” to “Piano Man,” the iconic hits of two classic rock legends come alive! Incredible piano-and-vocal talent Michael Cavanaugh—handpicked by Billy Joel to recreate his music in the Broadway musical Movin’ Out—delivers electrifying renditions of the songs you know and love, including “Tiny Dancer,” “Uptown Girl,” “Your Song,” “New York State of Mind,” “Saturday Night’s Alright,” and many more.

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Dec
16
7:00 PM19:00

Ensemble VIII: Simple Gifts

Stephanie joins the Austin-based vocal group Ensemble VIII for their winter season concert, Simple Gifts. Featuring selections from Britten’s Ceremony of Carols and music of John Rutter and David Conte, old and new are met together for what will truly be a musical ornament to delight the eyes and ears. A concert for all ages, Simple Gifts invites you to catch your breath during this busy time of year and take in the simple yet joyful sounds of the season.

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