Written for Express by Houston’s Poet Laureate, Deborah Deep Mouton, and members of the Houston VIP Poetry Slam Team, this show incorporates performance poetry, music and movement to celebrate important people and events in Black History from Ancient Africa to modern day Houston. Seating for daytime performances is on a “first come, first served” basis […]
Adapted from the story found in the Arabian classic, One Thousand And One Nights, this original Hip Hop musical is about a boy who learns about consequences the hard way when he decides to steal from thieves. Explores themes of honesty, perseverance and family loyalty. Written by Jack Helbig and Tim Fried-Fiori and featuring original […]
Taking suggestions from kids in the audience, the Express Improv Players will create a spontaneous 45 minute children’s play, complete with costumes, props and spur-of-the-moment songs. Designed to help children experience the power of collaboration and creativity. Seating for daytime performances is on a “first come, first served” basis for the covered seating area. No […]
A toe-tapping musical about a courageous girl who teams up with Santa to undo the Winter Witch’s spell over Christmas. Featuring warm-hearted messages and Holiday Singalongs. An original musical about generosity and goodwill toward all creatures written by Express Theatre’s Executive Director, Tim Fried-Fiori. Seating for daytime performances is on a “first come, first served” […]
Founded in 2016 by award-winning choreographer Jeremy McQueen, The Black Iris Project is a ballet collaborative and education vehicle which creates new, relevant classical & contemporary ballet works that celebrate diversity and Black history. Based in New York City, the project hosts a team of predominantly artists of color of delivering cross-discipline and wholly original […]
The Grammy Award-winning Mingus Big Band celebrates the music of legendary composer/bassist Charles Mingus, who died in 1979. Under the artistic direction of Sue Mingus, this 14-piece band performed Thursday nights from 1991 to 2004 at Fez under Time Cafe in New York. It maintained weekly residencies in the city from 2004 until 2008, when […]
Julius Caesar returns as a glorious war hero, and the people’s victory celebration spills into the streets. But whispers of opposition grow. Civic duty wrestles with political ambition in Houston Shakespeare Festival’s fast and furious production of Julius Caesar. HSF Artistic Director Jack Young directs this tale of betrayal and secrecy in a contemporary world. […]
Adventure! Romance! Mistaken identity! Rivalry! Comedy! An escape to the Forest of Arden takes lovers and madcaps on a hilarious journey in Houston Shakespeare Festivals’ production of As You Like It. Director Stephanie Shine transports audiences into the heart of one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies. This is a ticketed event for the covered seating […]
A superhero known as Black Panther defends Wakanda, a technologically advanced country in Africa that has hidden itself away from the rest of the world. Now, he must face a dissident who wants to sell the country’s natural resources to fund an uprising. Nominated for 7 Academy Awards, Black Panther is the first superhero film […]
Released in 1986, this fan-favorite Navy fighter pilot film never ceases to please a crowd! Sent to an elite training school to refine his flying skills, daring-though-sometimes-reckless fighter pilot Maverick (Tom Cruise) rivals Iceman (Val Kilmer) to be the best of the best. Overcoming obstacles and heartbreaking loss, Maverick wins the heart of the girl […]
Named after the Taiwanese island from which they hale, Formosa Circus Art celebrates Taiwanese history, tradition, and culture in a once-in-a-lifetime musical circus art experience. Each unique performance tells a story steeped in Taiwanese history, from their earliest ancestors through today, exploring how such a small country has become such an amazing cultural influence. With […]
Do you remember listening to an entire album? The thrill of dropping the needle on the greatest music ever recorded? Classic Albums Live does. This music blared out of car stereos, roller rinks and concert halls. Founded in 2003 by Craig Martin, Classic Albums Live takes the greatest albums and recreates them live on stage […]