Party Now, Hibernation Awaits
The work loads are wrapping up, and the puffy jackets are in full effect. It's the holiday season, and the events are still popping off! It can feel like panic some days this month. Running from one place to another trying to get everything done before the year's end, and we all know business is more or less done this week till the end of December. However, there are plenty of performances, exhibition closing events, and music to calm your soul and warm your spirits. Will you be stressing about all your last minute shopping? Of course you will because it's you, and you are always waiting till the last possible moment to shop for your friends and family, you clod! Alas, it is ok! We’ve known you for a while and it's the holidays. Only vibes here baby. Throw back a few egg based beverages and let the joy and festivities flow through you like an ungrounded 220 outlet. There are plenty of extraordinary happenings unfolding this week that you should consider before you clock out, eat your heart out, and settle in for a two week hibernation. This is your Hidden Agenda for the week!
Tuesday, 12/16
Grown-Up Storytime | 8:00 PM
Continental Club | 3714 Main St.
It's grown-up storytime! Houston's beloved monthly reading series is back this Tuesday! Join the GUST team and their host for this evening Astrid Lange for a evening of delightful storytelling.
The Dough Scraper, written by Emily Hynds and read by Alli Villines
Hampton in a Suitcase, written by Pierre Echeverz and read by Tristan Flores
Read These Lips, written by Astrid Lange and read by Ashley Galan
Oh! Good Evening, Officer, written by Jay Hickman and read by Miles McMahon
Mopar or No Car, written by Greg Schroder and read by Greg Cote
Widow's Weeds, written by Ann Christensen and read by Mariam Zakaria
Our Healthcare System Is So Fucked (Seriously), written by Conner Clifton and read by Chuck Vaughn
Make sure you get to the area EARLY! Parking has been a bitch because of the holiday events around midmain. Honestly you don’t want to rage watch these amazing readers tell beautiful stories because you spent 45 minutes driving around Mid Town. Go early and have some holiday drinks at Winnies Miracle or Double Trouble. Grab tickets here or pay at the door.
Ring in Peace | 7pm-8:30pm
Buffalo Bayou Cistern | 105 B Sabine St.
If you haven’t been to the Buffalo Bayou Cistern you truly are missing a Houston treasure. A manmade cavern of wonder. From dance, to sound bath meditations, and musical ensembles, this special place has hosted some exceptional events. Now the Buffalo Partnership is presenting a new true to the holiday month performance. With a $25 dollar ticket and a reservation you’d lock in a transcending experience.
“Ars Lyrica presents Ring in the Peace, a 20-minute, multi-cultural musical journey designed to inspire reflection, connection, and unity. Curated and performed by Mexican-born mezzo-soprano Cecilia Duarte and Spanish-born percussionist Jesús Pacheco, this intimate program brings together centuries of global musical traditions in one of Houston’s most atmospheric spaces.Set within the Cistern’s soaring architecture—defined by its 221 concrete columns, echoing chamber, and tranquil ambience—Ring in the Peace offers audiences a rare opportunity to experience music in an environment that naturally enhances its resonance and emotional depth”.
Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern Performances: Ring in the Peace | Live Music Event in Houston, TX
Wednesday, 12/17
A Charlie Brown Christmas | 7pm
Queensbury Theater | 12777 Queensbury Lane
Who doesn’t love a Charlie Brown Christmas? Only a monster wouldn’t appreciate the wholesome content of little Brown's existential dread about capitalism taking its grip on a beloved holiday! Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson Stage Adaptation by Eric Schaeffer, this classic cartoon comes alive on stage. Check out the schedule and visit the website here.
MAINSTAGE: A Charlie Brown Christmas
Thursday, 12/18
Aurora Picture Show Holiday Party | 7pm - 10pm
Aurora Picture Show | 5601A Navigation St.
Put on your finest holiday threads and get yourself to the East Side to celebrate the Aurora Picture show. Aurora is having a holiday party! Come for the libations by Double Trouble and Saint Arnold, light bites provided by Phoenicia, music provided by DJs Gracie Chavez, Marcelluz Gualez, Alex la Rotta, and Peter Lucas, and a fantastic raffle featuring an array of great items, experiences, and gift cards. More info below
Foto Futures Exhibition | 6pm - 9pm
Houston Center for Photography | 1441 W Alabama
Houston Center for Photography proudly presents the inaugural exhibition of Foto Futures 1, celebrating the creative achievements of high school students who have spent twelve weeks immersed in college-level photographic study. Through intensive studio practice, critiques, and mentorship from working artists, students developed original bodies of work that reflect their technical growth, artistic discipline, and emerging photographic voices.
Opening Reception: Foto Futures Exhibition — Houston Center for Photography
Friday, 12/19
An Italian Baroque Christmas | 6pm - 7pm, 8pm - 9pm
Museum of Fine Arts, Main Campus | 1001 Bissonnet St.
Drinks music and art as you stroll through the MFAH with this Christmas inspired happy hour. The concert of Italian Baroque Christmas: Songs of the Virgin with Mercury Chamber Orchestra bringing to life with an ensemble featuring acclaimed countertenor Michael Skarke.
Saturday, 12/20
Soberanía (Sovereignty)
Closing Reception | 2pm - 4pm
Lawndale Art Center | 4912 Main St.
This Saturday Lawndale Art Center will host a midday closing reception for XZZX’s Soberanía (Sovereignty). If you haven’t caught the exhibition now is your chance and your last chance, so get out to Lawndale this Saturday!
Robert Wilson
LADY GAGA: The Head of Saint John the Baptist / Leo, 2013
HD video seamless loop, music by Michael Galasso
Edition of 2
JPHB 6737
Object of Magic | 10am - 5pm
Josh Pazda Hiram Butler | 4520 Blossom St.
Featuring: Jillian Conrad Tony Feher Vernon Fisher Shana Hoehn Matt Kleberg Roy Lichtenstein Matt Magee Kate Shepherd Nestor Topchy Robert Wilson, this powerhouse exhibition is sure to heat up your weekend. Its rare to see a bad show here so treat yourself before you get your Saturday started. They open at 10am so get your ass out of bed and pop by. We highly recommend it!
Sunday, 12/21
Houston Children's Chorus | 4pm
Chapel Villa De Matel Convent | 6510 Lawndale St
Doors open 30 minutes before performance and no late seating, so stop being late! This looks warm and cozy and in a beautiful chapel.
Concert of Sacred Christmas Music, Houston, TX - InstantSeats
Cantare Houston Presents | And Miles to Go | 7:30pm
Museum of Fine Arts Houston, Beck Building | 5601 Main St.
More Holiday! More Festive! More More Moreeeeeee! Come on now it's almost Christmas and a month of festive cheer right? So get with the program and see all these holiday delights we are suggesting! Well at least come see some tranquil concerts in an art filled environment. Cantate Presents “And Miles to Go”, a Christmas concert. Grab some tickets and round out your holiday week!
Concert | Cantare Houston Presents “And Miles to Go” | The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
