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UTPB Music Presents Jazz Extravaganza
Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 FM 1788, Midland, TexasThe UTPB Jazz Kettle will be hosting internationally celebrated musicians Willie Murillo and James Morrison for a concert on Monday, March 3, 2025. This will be an event that will benefit students at UTPB, Odessa College, and Midland College, as well as community members. The Guest Artists will rehearse with community and college musicians on Sunday night, speak to groups and individuals in private lessons and Master Classes on Monday, and perform with jazz band members from UTPB, OC, MC and the greater Permian Basin community that evening at the Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center. The magnitude of this experience cannot be overstated. Willie Murillo is an LA based trumpeter, singer, arranger, and producer who visited UTPB last year for a similar residence. Everyone who was associated with that rehearsal/performance 2-day event left the experience exhilarated and edified. James Morrison is an Australia based multi-instrumentalist who has been called “the Genius of Jazz”. He and Mr. Murillo will be on multi-state tour across the nation, and they are looking forward to spending a few days in the Permian Basin before moving on to other tour dates and locations. Includes musicians from Odessa College, UTPB Jazz Kettle, and Midland College.
Blippi: Join The Band Tour
Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 FM 1788, Midland, TexasC'mon and join Blippi to make music in your hometown in the brand new live Blippi: Join the Band Tour! Blippi will be joined onstage by Meekah, their singing and dancing buddies and LIVE musicians to explore what makes music, including sounds, rhythms and instruments, through all your favorite Blippi hits. So grab your drumsticks, tune up your guitar, and move those feet with Blippi and get ready for a musical performance that's fun for the whole family!
Banda MS, Los 2 de la S y Keith Nieto
La Hacienda Event Center 12600 TX-191 Hwy, Midland, TX, United States
The Great Gatsby
Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 FM 1788, Midland, TexasJoin us for the World Premiere of The Great Gatsby Ballet! Step into the jazzy world of the Roaring Twenties with this new production of the World Ballet Company. See the glitz, glamor, and tragic romance of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s timeless novel LIVE on stage, featuring a multinational cast of 40 professional ballet dancers, all-star creative team, lustrous hand-crafted costumes and lavish groundbreaking sets. The original score evokes the energy and atmosphere of the 1920s. World Ballet Company’s “The Great Gatsby’ is a must-see feast for the eyes. Get your tickets today and be among the first to experience this lavish new production! *The Creative Team of The Great Gatsby: Renowned choreographer Ilya Zhivoy captures the passion of the central love story with a sensual, dynamic style. Celebrated LA-based film and TV composer Anna Drubich, whose work includes the music for the 2023 Oscar-winning Navalny documentary, makes her ballet debut with a rich, lively score that embraces the sounds of the Jazz Age. Theatrical costume designs by Sonya Vartanyan complete the production with sumptuousness and fling. **About the Company: Based in Los Angeles, and led by Sasha Gorskaya and Gulya Hartwick, the World Ballet Company presents the most beloved and iconic ballets of our time […]
West Texas Percussion Festival Final Concert
Rea-Greathouse Recital Hall 1310 Farm to Market 1788, Midlan, TX, United StatesEvent will take place at the CEED from 9am - 5pm with the Final Concert at 7PM in the Rea-Greathouse Recital Hall. Presented by the UTPB Percussion Club, the first annual West Texas Percussion Festival is a celebration of all things percussion. Join us for several clinics and presentations on various percussion topics, performance competitions, door prizes, and an amazing display of percussive excellence at our evening concert. Tickets purchased at the door - NOT SOLD THROUGH WAGNER NOËL PAC $10 - Attendees $20 - Competition Entry Fee
Liverpool Legends Beatles Experience
The Ector Theatre 500 N. Texas, Odessa, TX, United StatesLiverpool Legends “Beatles Experience!” Liverpool Legends are four incredibly talented musicians/actors curated by Louise Harrison, sister of the late George Harrison, to honor her brother’s legacy, and re-create the band that changed the world forever. This Grammy-nominated and unique one-of-a-kind Beatles show is narrated by Louise Harrison and honors The Beatles’ legacy by tracing their musical evolution from early hits to psychedelic masterpieces. Liverpool Legends have toured the world, with sold out performances in the US, Europe, Mexico, Canada, Israel, Ukraine, India and South America. They have performed in prestigious venues such as The Cavern Club in Liverpool, Carnegie Hall, and The Rose Bowl. They have also recorded at the world-famous Abbey Road Studios in London and received a Grammy nomination for their work on “Fab Fan Memories – A Beatles Bond.”
Waka Flocka W/Special Guest Tay Money
La Hacienda Event Center 12600 TX-191 Hwy, Midland, TX, United StatesThe Thorn
Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 FM 1788, Midland, TexasThe Thorn tells the epic story of God's love for the world and the spiritual battle for all humanity. The story of Christ is presented in an immersive show with live music, drama, aerial acts, movement arts, modern dance, and special effects. Witnessed live by more than 1 million people over 25 years, The Thorn will engage audiences in the definitive story of love, sacrifice and redemption like never before.
The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 FM 1788, Midland, TexasAfter mesmerising audiences across Europe and the UK, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is set to electrify the USA once again. Prepare for a spellbinding 90-minute spectacle that infuses iconic Rock & Metal anthems with a hauntingly beautiful energy. In ethereal candlelit settings, this band of 14 classical musicians unleash effortlessly enchanting melodies alongside powerful walls of distortion. Witness the unexpected union of Classical music and Metal. Performing the music of iconic bands including: Metallica, AC/DC, Rolling Stones, Pantera, My Chemical Romance, Linkin' Park, SOAD, Guns N Roses, Evanescence, Papa Roach, The Cranberries & MORE!
Beginning Ukulele – DOWNTOWN
Midland Library at the Plaza (Downtown) 301 W. Missouri Ave., Midland, TX, United StatesJoin our six-week beginner ukulele program! Learn essential skills with instruments provided. Registration required. Ages 10-13.
Maslanka
First Methodist Church of Midland 300 N Main Street, Midland, TX, United StatesWEST TEXAS WINDS SPRING CONCERT Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 5:00 pm First Methodist Midland MAP Petite Suite - Claude Debussy Pastorale, Op. 151 - Mrs. H.H.A. Beach Quintet for Winds No. 3 - David Maslanka $25 General Admission, Students $12 800-514-3849 or at the door
First Friday ODTX is a monthly gathering every first Friday of the month for residents and visitors of downtown Odessa. Each month, the streets are lively and colorful with music, games, and delicious food.
The Odessa Shakespeare Festival, an annual celebration of the enduring legacy of the Bard, has captivated audiences with exceptional performances and insightful interpretations of Shakespeare’s timeless works.
Each event features four readers who read their own writing for seven minutes or less and are then critiqued by three judges (often actors, comedians, authors, musicians or dancers) in the categories of literary merit, performance and intangibles.
Embark on a literary journey with fellow book enthusiasts as we explore captivating stories in the One Book, One Basin community book club meet-up. This season, dive into the spellbinding world of “The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay” by Michael Chabon for adults or “The Cloak Society” by Jeramey Kraatz for youth and families.
The mission of Dallas Black Dance Theatre is to create and produce contemporary modern dance at its highest level of artistic excellence through performances and educational programs that bridge cultures and reach diverse communities.
Art After Dark Podcast, hosted by our charismatic Executive Director, Randy Ham, is your weekly rendezvous with the vibrant arts and culture scene of West Texas. Channeling the sophisticated charm of the Dick Cavett Show, Randy delves into captivating conversations with local artists and business owners, unveiling their unique perspectives and creative journeys. Tune in for a masterclass in wit, wisdom, and artistic flair that will leave you inspired and entertained.
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