Theatre & Literary Arts
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Will the stories be about the three little pigs? Goldilocks and the three bears? Snow White?Join us for storytime and find out. ¿Serán las historias sobre los tres cerditos? ¿Ricitos de Oro y los tres osos? ¿Blancanieves? Acompáñanos a la hora del cuento y descúbrelo. Fun ways to help support toddlers' developing literacy and cognitive growth by incorporating action rhymes, songs, and movement. Child must have an accompanying adult. Ages 3-5. |
1 event,Felix will be in the Children's Department from 4-5 today, waiting to hear stories and get ear scritches. Felix estará en la sección infantil de 4 a 5 de la tarde de hoy, esperando que le cuenten cuentos y le acaricien las orejas. |
3 events,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. There are unbeatable deals from local businesses and exciting opportunities to collect amazing giveaways. The event is open to all ages and caters to everyone’s interests. For music lovers, there are live performances by local bands and artists, while foodies can indulge in a diverse range of street eats. Downtown shops and eateries will offer special promotions. First Friday ODTX event brings vibrancy and community spirit to downtown Odessa, making it the perfect place to spend a Friday evening.
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oin us for Tomás and the Library Lady at Blackshear Elementary! Performances are on February 6 & 7 and February 13 & 14 at 7 PM. Don’t miss seeing this heartwarming story come to life on stage! Tickets Here: https://buy.ticketstothecity.com/purchase.php?event_id=18908
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Cristela Alonzo made history when she became the first Latina to create, produce and star in her own network sitcom, ‘Cristela’ for ABC. Cristela made history again when she became the first Latina lead in a Disney Pixar film when she voiced the character of Cruz Ramirez in ‘Cars 3’. Cristela has subsequently appeared in numerous films and TV shows, such as HBO’s ‘His Dark Materials’ and Stephen Soderbergh’s ‘The Laundromat.’ She has appeared on late night shows such as Conan, The Late Show with David Letterman and Stephen Colbert, and numerous talks shows and game shows as well as being a host on ABC’s ‘The View’. Her first stand-up special, Lower Classy, is currently streaming on Netflix, along with her more recently released second stand-up special, ‘Middle Classy’. Cristela has also released a memoir, ‘Music to My Years,’ with Simon & Schuster Publishing. In it, Alonzo shares personal stories of growing up as a first-generation Mexican-American in Texas and following her dreams to pursue a career in showbusiness. In 2025, Cristela shot and released her 3rd Netflix stand up special, "Upper Classy”. |
2 events,oin us for Tomás and the Library Lady at Blackshear Elementary! Performances are on February 6 & 7 and February 13 & 14 at 7 PM. Don’t miss seeing this heartwarming story come to life on stage! Tickets Here: https://buy.ticketstothecity.com/purchase.php?event_id=18908
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As one of today’s premiere stand-up comedians, Jo Koy has come a long way from his modest beginnings performing in a Las Vegas coffee house. Jo’s uniquely relatable comedy pulls inspiration from his colorful family that has reached all kinds of people and has translated into sold-out arenas around the world. The comedian continues to be one of the top 10 grossing stand-up comedians each year according to Pollstar and Billboard. Today, he continues selling out and breaking sales records at some of the most prestigious venues around the world including Mall of Asia Arena (Manila, PH), The Forum (Los Angeles), Coca-Cola Arena (Dubai), ICC Theatre (Sydney, AU), O2 Arena (London), Madison Square Garden (New York City), and American Airlines Arena (Dallas) to name a few. In 2022, Koy kicked off his Funny Is Funny World Tour by selling-out the Climate Pledge Arena (over 14,000 tickets) in his hometown of Seattle and ended the tour with a sold-out show at Tacoma Dome (over 19,000 tickets). In 2017, Koy broke a record for the most tickets sold by a single artist at 23,000 tickets and 11 sold-out shows at The Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall in Honolulu. In response, the mayor’s […] |
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Please join us to hear from Holly Rowe: Emmy winning, ESPN reporter and commentator! FREE Admission!
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What does love mean to your little ones? Join us for storytime where we talk about love, family, and friendship. ¿Qué significa el amor para tus pequeños? Acompáñanos en nuestra hora del cuento, donde hablaremos sobre el amor, la familia y la amistad. Fun ways to help support toddlers' developing literacy and cognitive growth by incorporating action rhymes, songs, and movement. Child must have an accompanying adult. Ages 3-5. Fun ways to help support toddlers' developing literacy and cognitive growth by incorporating action rhymes, songs, and movement. Child must have an accompanying adult. Ages 3-5. |
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Join us for Bilingual Storytime where we read a book in Spanish and English and sing silly songs in English Únete a nosotros en la hora del cuento bilingüe, donde leeremos un libro en español e inglés y cantaremos canciones divertidas en inglés. Develop your short story writing skills during this three-week class series. Each week will build upon the last week's objectives Felix will be in the Children's Department from 4-5 today, waiting to hear stories and get ear scritches. Felix estará en la sección infantil de 4 a 5 de la tarde de hoy, esperando que le cuenten cuentos y le acaricien las orejas. |
2 events,oin us for Tomás and the Library Lady at Blackshear Elementary! Performances are on February 6 & 7 and February 13 & 14 at 7 PM. Don’t miss seeing this heartwarming story come to life on stage! Tickets Here: https://buy.ticketstothecity.com/purchase.php?event_id=18908
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Rodney Carrington is a multi-talented comedian, actor, singer and writer playing sold-out shows around the world as one of the top 10 highest-grossing touring comedians for the past two decades. A platinum-recording artist, Rodney's recorded eight major record label comedy albums, followed by three albums on his own record label, Laughter's Good Records. Rodney is fresh off the release of his latest album, "Get Em Out," (released 2019) which hit #1 on iTunes. His album "Here Comes the Truth” (released 2017) climbed to #3 on the comedy charts, accruing tens of millions of streams on Spotify and even spawned a Netflix special. Rodney broke through with his major label comedy CD debut "Hangin' With Rodney” in 1998. The next few years saw nine more Top 10 comedy albums: Live, Morning Wood, Nutsack, Greatest Hits, King of the Mountains, El Nino Loco, C'mon Laugh You Bastards, Laughter's Good and The Hits, all of which continue to receive radio airplay and regularly place on the national comedy charts. “Hangin' With Rodney” and "Morning Wood” earned RIAA gold record certification, and his Greatest Hits (a double CD) album reached platinum status. Rodney also released “Make it Christmas” which features his original song “Camouflage and Christmas Lights," a tribute to our military. Mature Audiences ONLY! |
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Promoted By: Education Foundation of Odessa 619 W 10th St, Odessa, TX 79761, USA February 14, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am CST Visit Website See more details at https://educationfoundationodessa.org/
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Be a Pal! Celebrate Pal-entine’s Day with Basin PBS Education! Saturday February 14 from 11am - 12:30pm at Basin PBS, 203 N. Main St, Midland Have a heart and be a part of our Pal-entine’s Celebration! Families are invited to a fun-filled Saturday featuring: • a PBS KIDS episode screening, • sweet treats, • and hands-on arts and crafts All centered on kindness, friendship, and togetherness. A perfect way to share the love with your favorite pals! Scan the QR code above to say "I'm in!" oin us for Tomás and the Library Lady at Blackshear Elementary! Performances are on February 6 & 7 and February 13 & 14 at 7 PM. Don’t miss seeing this heartwarming story come to life on stage! Tickets Here: https://buy.ticketstothecity.com/purchase.php?event_id=18908 |
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1 event,Permian High School Dance Department and Panther Paws Dance Teams will be hosting their annual Dance Explosion recital. The shows will feature both the Varsity and Jr. Varsity teams, all dance classes and guest performers including OC Blues, UTPB Pom squad, Wilson and Young Middle School dance team, En Croix Dance Academy and Future Paw participants. |
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Things that go vroom or zoom or chugga chugga choo choo will be the highlight of storytime . Los objetos que hacen ruidos como “vroom”, “zoom” o “chugga chugga choo choo” serán lo más destacado de la hora del cuento. Fun ways to help support toddlers' developing literacy and cognitive growth by incorporating action rhymes, songs, and movement. Child must have an accompanying adult. Ages 3-5. |
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Bundle up your little tikes amd bring them to Books and Babies where we read a couple of books, sing songs, and get to play in the baby play room. Abriga bien a tus pequeños y tráelos a Books and Babies, donde leeremos un par de libros, cantaremos canciones y podrán jugar en la sala de juegos para bebés. Felix will be in the Children's Department from 4-5 today, waiting to hear stories and get ear scritches. Felix estará en la sección infantil de 4 a 5 de la tarde de hoy, esperando que le cuenten cuentos y le acaricien las orejas. |
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Ages 12 and up recommended. Gary Owen has been entertaining audiences for more than two decades with his sharp observational humor and fearless storytelling. Known for his unapologetic, rule-defying style, his material draws from his personal life, time in the military and the everyday absurdities that connect people across backgrounds. With a fanbase that has grown by the millions in recent months and continues to surge across social media, Owen’s reach has cemented his place as one of the most in-demand touring comedians today. Beyond stand-up, Owen has appeared in a wide range of feature films including BACK ON THE STRIP with Tiffany Haddish and Wesley Snipes, MEET THE BLACKS and its sequel THE HOUSE NEXT DOOR, THINK LIKE A MAN and THINK LIKE A MAN TOO, RIDE ALONG with Ice Cube and Kevin Hart, LITTLE MAN opposite the Wayans Brothers, and DADDY DAY CARE with Eddie Murphy. He is also widely recognized for his scene-stealing role as “Bearcat” in the MGM film COLLEGE. On television, Owen starred in his own BET series THE GARY OWEN SHOW and co-hosted TruTV’s sketch series UPLOAD WITH SHAQUILLE O’NEAL. After meeting Tyler Perry on THE TOM JOYNER MORNING SHOW, he was cast in […]
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Friday, February 20, 2026 8:00 PM 10:00 PM Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center Gary Owen has been entertaining audiences for more than two decades with his sharp observational humor and fearless storytelling. Known for his unapologetic, rule-defying style, his material draws from his personal life, time in the military and the everyday absurdities that connect people across backgrounds. With a fanbase that has grown by the millions in recent months and continues to surge across social media, Owen’s reach has cemented his place as one of the most in-demand touring comedians today. Beyond stand-up, Owen has appeared in a wide range of feature films including BACK ON THE STRIP with Tiffany Haddish and Wesley Snipes, MEET THE BLACKS and its sequel THE HOUSE NEXT DOOR, THINK LIKE A MAN and THINK LIKE A MAN TOO, RIDE ALONG with Ice Cube and Kevin Hart, LITTLE MAN opposite the Wayans Brothers, and DADDY DAY CARE with Eddie Murphy. He is also widely recognized for his scene-stealing role as “Bearcat” in the MGM film COLLEGE. |
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2 events,Event by Midland Community Theatre 2000 W Wadley Ave, Midland, TX, United States, Texas 79705 Duration: 3 hr Public · Anyone on or off Facebook Dear Evan Hansen Directed by Emma Evenson Auditions for Dear Evan Hansen will take place on February 22nd and 23rd at 6:30 PM. Callbacks will be held on February 24th upon request. The audition signup will close on Friday afternoon, February 20th. Walk-Ins will be accepted but will wait until signup auditionees have completed their timeslot.
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DRUM TAO explodes on stage with a captivating performance full of flash and fire! Renowned for powerful and athletic drumming, their newest show, The Best, blends traditional “Wadaiko” (Japanese Drums) with modern energy and theatrical flair. Seen by 10 million spectators across the globe, DRUM TAO shows feature vibrant costumes, dramatic synchronized drumming and movement with a variety of traditional Japanese instruments including flutes and harps alongside the massive taiko drums. They have captivated audiences worldwide – selling out shows in 26 countries – garnering critical acclaim and accolades along the way. |
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Storytime has gone to the birds! Will Pigeon visit? Will a parrot copy you? Join us to find out. ¡La hora del cuento se ha llenado de pájaros! ¿Nos visitará una paloma? ¿Un loro te imitará? Acompáñanos para descubrirlo. Fun ways to help support toddlers' developing literacy and cognitive growth by incorporating action rhymes, songs, and movement. Child must have an accompanying adult. Ages 3-5. Fun ways to help support toddlers' developing literacy and cognitive growth by incorporating action rhymes, songs, and movement. Child must have an accompanying adult. Ages 3-5. |
2 events,Felix will be in the Children's Department from 4-5 today, waiting to hear stories and get ear scritches. Felix estará en la sección infantil de 4 a 5 de la tarde de hoy, esperando que le cuenten cuentos y le acaricien las orejas. |