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  • Dia de los muertos – Fun Day

    Arts Council of Midland 806 S. Main Street, Midland, TX, United States
    Public Art

    Join us for an afternoon full of family fun, culture, and tradition at the Arts Council of Midland. FREE ENTRY Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025 Time: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM (popcorn at 3 PM!) Location: 806 S. Main St., Midland, TX Bring your family and friends to celebrate Día de los Muertos with activities, art, and joy for all ages! More info: acmidland.org 432-687-1149 #DiaDeLosMuertos #FamilyFunDay #MidlandArts #CelebrateTogether #ArtsCouncilOfMidland ************* ¡Día de los Muertos FUN DAY! Acompáñanos a una tarde llena de diversión familiar, cultura y tradición con el Arts Council of Midland. ENTRADA GRATIS Fecha: Jueves, 2 de octubre de 2025 Horario: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM (¡palomitas a las 3 PM!) Lugar: 806 S. Main St., Midland, TX Trae a tu familia y amigos para celebrar el Día de los Muertos con actividades, arte y alegría para todas las edades. Más info: acmidland.org 432-687-1149 #DiaDeLosMuertos #DíaFamiliar #MidlandArts #CelebremosJuntos #ArtsCouncilOfMidland

  • Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

    Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
    Humanities

    Share the joy of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet with family and friends. Give the gift of a spectacular holiday experience featuring an international cast, whimsical puppetry and opulent costumes and sets, hand-crafted by the finest artisans of Europe. Go back to a simpler time and make memories your family will cherish forever. Celebrate the season with America’s most beloved Nutcracker tradition! Tchaikovsky’s timeless score sets the stage for a Christmas your family will never forget. Get tickets today!  

  • Art Talk

    Ellen Noel Art Museum 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, United States
    Humanities

    Join us for an engaging evening at the Ellen Noël Art Museum's Art Talk! This event is a wonderful opportunity for art enthusiasts to come together and delve into the mysteries of a particular painting as they enhance their visual literacy skills. Gather with friends and fellow art lovers as we interpret, comprehend, and appreciate the art in ways that advance thinking, decision-making, communication and learning. Art Talk is all about exploring different perspectives and sparking lively conversation. Whether you’re an art aficionado or just curious, share your thoughts and insights in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We go through a three question process that allows visitors to share their perceptions while viewing a piece of art from our Permanent Collection. Come be a part of Art Talk at the Ellen Noël Art Museum and experience art in a whole new way. We can't wait to see you there!

  • MidAtlantic Men

    Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
    Humanities

    Please note for all events we have a clear bag policy with a size limit of 12x6x12" or a non-clear bag/wallet with a size limit of 8x3x5". This policy includes diaper bags.  Introducing the MidAtlantic Men a mesmerizing trio who've dazzled audiences on Broadway stages with their captivating vocals and magnetic charm. Comprising two endearing Americans and one witty Brit, they've set out on a musical quest to settle a timeless debate: which side of the pond, Britain or the US, truly has the superior tunes? Dive into an auditory adventure as they bring iconic hits from legends like Elvis, The Beatles, Madonna, and Queen to life, seamlessly weaving in classics from Elton John, Billy Joel, Coldplay, Bruce Springsteen, Tina Turner, and more. As they blend their voices in harmonious perfection, their playful banter and delightful humor have left audiences around the world entertained and enthralled. The MidAtlantic Men finally settle the score…. who does it better?” This group have toured the planet and first met on the stages of London and Broadway where they continue to delight crowds when they aren’t together as MidAtlantic Men. Notable credits like Les Miserables, American Idiot, Dear Evan Hansen, Sweeney Todd and Billy Elliot to […]

  • Odessa Shakespeare Festival

    The Globe of the Great Southwest 2308 Shakespeare Road, Odessa, TX, United States
    Humanities

    Texas Shakespeare Festival returns to Odessa Nov 17–21 with daily student shows. Email hello@odessaarts.org to attend. Public shows: Shakespeare’s Greatest Hits on Nov 21 & Julius Caesar on Nov 22. Tickets available on Eventbrite. 2025 Odessa Shakespeare Festival - Shakespeare's Greatest Hits Join us for a memorable evening at the Odessa Shakespeare Festival - Shakespeare's Greatest Hits! Immerse yourself in the timeless words and captivating stories of the legendary playwright, William Shakespeare. On Friday, November 21, 2025, at 7 PM, we invite you to gather at the enchanting 2308 Shakespeare Road, Odessa, TX 79761. Get ready to be transported to a world of love, tragedy, and comedy as we present some of Shakespeare's most beloved works. From the passionate romance of Romeo and Juliet to the hilarious antics of A Midsummer Night's Dream, this event promises to be a celebration of Shakespeare's greatest hits. Our talented cast will bring these iconic characters to life, delivering performances that will leave you mesmerized. Whether you're a long-time fan of Shakespeare or new to his works, this event is perfect for all. Join us as we pay tribute to the Bard's enduring legacy and revel in the beauty of his language and storytelling. […]

  • Joe Bonamassa

    Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
    Humanities

    Joe Bonamassa is one of today's top live performers. His enthusiastic shows are one of the biggest parts of his career, and a favorite for music lovers worldwide. Hailed internationally as one of the greatest guitar players of his generation and cited by Guitar World Magazine as “the world's biggest blues guitarist,” Bonamassa has almost single-handedly redefined the blues-rock genre and brought it into the mainstream. Backed by a stellar band of legendary musicians, the set list for this show will feature new songs alongside career-spanning favorites. By exceeding his own vertiginously high artistic goals, Bonamassa has shattered all expectations with 28 number 1 Billboard Blues Albums (more than any other artist in history). Bonamassa's career in the music industry has built steadily over the years and is only gaining more momentum.   Watch the music video for Shake This Ground from Joe’s upcoming studio album, Breakthrough available soon at jbonamassa.com.

  • Odessa Shakespeare Festival- Julius Caesar

    The Globe of the Great Southwest 2308 Shakespeare Road, Odessa, TX, United States
    Humanities

    Experience Julius Caesar like never before as the Texas Shakespeare Festival brings this gripping political tragedy to life at the historic Globe Theatre at Odessa College. A highlight of the 2025 Odessa Shakespeare Festival, this live performance takes place in a venue unlike any other—a faithful replica of William Shakespeare’s original 1599 Globe Theatre. Set in ancient Rome, Julius Caesar explores themes of ambition, loyalty, and betrayal as senators plot to assassinate Caesar to save the republic, only to unleash chaos and civil war. The play’s iconic lines, moral complexity, and dramatic intensity remain strikingly relevant today. This is a rare opportunity to witness professional Shakespearean theatre in an authentic setting that evokes the experience of 16th-century London. This is your chance to see one of the Bard’s most powerful works performed by some of Texas’s finest classical actors, live and on stage, where Shakespeare himself would feel right at home.

  • The Nutcracker

    Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
    Humanities

    Epic battles, lands made of sweets, living toys and even fairies, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy! Since 1994, Midland Festival Ballet’s annual production of The Nutcracker has been a culmination of the community’s effort and talent. While MFB facilitates the production, the cast is comprised of over a hundred students from dance studios all over West Texas. (Midland, Odessa, Andrews, Greenwood, even Big Spring!) The principal roles are filled by dancers from premiere professional ballet companies across the country, a treat for both the students and the audience. (Guests TBA.) Live orchestral accompaniment, provided by the West Texas Symphony, takes the performance to another level. Experience the magic and make Midland Festival Ballet's The Nutcracker part of your holiday plans!

  • The Nutcracker

    Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
    Humanities

    Epic battles, lands made of sweets, living toys and even fairies, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy! Since 1994, Midland Festival Ballet’s annual production of The Nutcracker has been a culmination of the community’s effort and talent. While MFB facilitates the production, the cast is comprised of over a hundred students from dance studios all over West Texas. (Midland, Odessa, Andrews, Greenwood, even Big Spring!) The principal roles are filled by dancers from premiere professional ballet companies across the country, a treat for both the students and the audience. (Guests TBA.) Live orchestral accompaniment, provided by the West Texas Symphony, takes the performance to another level. Experience the magic and make Midland Festival Ballet's The Nutcracker part of your holiday plans!

  • The Nutcracker

    Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
    Humanities

    Epic battles, lands made of sweets, living toys and even fairies, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy! Since 1994, Midland Festival Ballet’s annual production of The Nutcracker has been a culmination of the community’s effort and talent. While MFB facilitates the production, the cast is comprised of over a hundred students from dance studios all over West Texas. (Midland, Odessa, Andrews, Greenwood, even Big Spring!) The principal roles are filled by dancers from premiere professional ballet companies across the country, a treat for both the students and the audience. (Guests TBA.) Live orchestral accompaniment, provided by the West Texas Symphony, takes the performance to another level. Experience the magic and make Midland Festival Ballet's The Nutcracker part of your holiday plans!

  • Teacher Tuesdays

    Homemade Wines 400 N. Texas Avenue, Odessa, United States
    Public Art