Humanities

Charity Poker Tournament Benefiting Basin Theatre Works. Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at Basin Theatre Works, 310 W. 42nd Street, Odessa, Texas. www.basintheatreworks.org or 432-362-2329

UTPB Lecture Series - Mike Massimino Mar 30 / Thursday 7:00 PM Please note for all events after January 1, 2022, we will have a clear bag policy with a size limit of 12x12x6" or a non-clear bag/wallet with a size limit of 8x5". This policy includes diaper bags.  A former NASA astronaut, a recurring character on The Big Bang Theory, and a New York Times Best-Selling author, Mike Massimino is sure to inspire! Mike grew up a working class kid. He says his big dream of becoming an astronaut was driven by determination and commitment and accomplished with hard work and humor. After two missions to the Hubble Telescope and four spacewalks to make critical repairs, Mike is now the Senior Adviser for Space Programs at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, an author, and in-demand speaker. Mike plans to share about teamwork, innovation, and leadership as a down to earth spaceman. More Info https://shepperdleadership.utpb.edu/events/distinguished-lecture-series/  

Please join us for Odessa Arts’ Black & White Ball – The Color of Fashion to celebrate our 2023 Friends of the Arts. Saturday, April 1st, 6:30 pm at the Odessa Marriott Hotel and Conference Center in the Permian Ballroom. Friend of the Arts Honorees: Peggy Dean Marita Hendrick Dick Gillham - Dick Gillham Legacy Award black-white-ball  

2023 OC Student Art Reception & Awards Ceremony Phillips Goff Gallery (Sedate Hall Building) Odessa College 4:00 p.m.

Ellen Noel Art Museum from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.  Free! Bring the whole family to help us celebrate spring and find out about upcoming summer programs such as Tarp and Summer Art Camps.  Enjoy fun art stations and visits from our community partners the Odessa High School Harp Ensemble and Basin PBS.  Free for all ages!

Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour! Co-Presented by Tobin Entertainment and Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center Apr 22 / Saturday 2:00 PM BUY TICKETS Please note for all events after January 1, 2022, we will have a clear bag policy with a size limit of 12x12x6" or a non-clear bag/wallet with a size limit of 8x5". This policy includes diaper bags.  Blippi is coming to your city for the ultimate curiosity adventure in Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour! So, come on! Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah as they discover what makes different cities unique and special. Will there be monster trucks, excavators, and garbage trucks galore? You bet! So get ready to shake those wiggles out and OJ Twist your way through this brand-new musical party!  

Ellen Noel Art Museum at 6:00 p.m. Free! Join penguin Random House Book Representative Liz Sullivan at 6:00 p.m. for a lively discussion about new releases and interesting reads.  We'll also be searching for a future Book Talk selection.

"LOS MAS MASTERS ” ZAGAR - RAMOS First Row Productions & Elite Entertainment Presentan Apr 29 / Saturday 8:00 PM ON SALE SOON No se permiten bolsas o mochilas grandes. Tamaño máximo: 12” x 12” x 6” y tiene que ser transparente, incluyendo pañaleras. Las unicas bolsas no transparentes permitidas son pequeñas carteras y no tener más de 8"x5"x3" pulgadas. Spanish: First Row Productions & Elite Entertainment Presentan “LOS MAS MASTERS” Tour de Comedia con José Luis Zagar “La Garantía del buen humor” y Rogelio Ramos “El Master de la Comedia”. Dos de los más grandes comediantes por primera vez juntos visitando mas de 20 ciudades en toda la Union Americana. English: Elite Entertainment & First Row Productions present “LOS MAS MASTERS” Latin Comedy Tour with comedian Jose Luis Zagar “La Garantia del buen humor” and Rogelio Ramos “El Master de la Comedia”. Two of Mexico’s biggest standup comedy stars together for the first time in the U.S. visiting more than 20 cities in this comedy tour. The comedy show is performed in Spanish

Saturday, May 13 at Ratliff Stadium from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. This family-friendly event will include a wellness walk and a resource fair with area wellness agencies.  Attendees are encouraged to wear green in support of Mental Health Awareness Month. Online registration is requested.  Here is the link to register to participate for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ecisd-wellness-walk-and-fair-tickets-616094574457?aff=ebdssbcitybrowse  For more information contact Liz Gray at 432.456.0997 or elizabeth.gray@ectorcountyisd.org  

JOE GATTO’S NIGHT OF COMEDY Presented by Outback June 15 / Thursday 7:00 PM BUY TICKETS Please note for all events after January 1, 2022, we will have a clear bag policy with a size limit of 12x12x6" or a non-clear bag/wallet with a size limit of 8x5". This policy includes diaper bags. Joe Gatto has announced additional dates for his ongoing, Joe Gatto’s Night of Comedy tour. The comedian and television personality’s live shows are scheduled for the spring of 2023, with a stop at Wagner Noël PAC on June 15, 2023. ABOUT JOE GATTO Joe Gatto, a well-known comedian, actor, and producer, is best known for the hit TV shows “Impractical Jokers” and “The Misery Index.” He is one of the founding members of The Tenderloins Comedy Troupe who has toured with a live comedy show to sold-out crowds across the world, including legendary arenas, such as Madison Square Garden in New York and the O2 Arena in London. Joe is a co-host of the “Two Cool Moms” Podcast and has also appeared on hit podcasts including This Past Weekend with Theo Von, What A Joke with Papa and Fortune and Life is Short with Justin Long. Joe loves spending time with his two children and […]