Midland Community Theatre announces its production of “Girls in the Boat” by Alice Austen March 21- April 5. Directed by Emma Evenson, this show was inspired by the first US women’s rowing team and its determination to compete in the 1976 Olympics. Tickets are available now at mctmidland.org.
Midland Festival Ballet presents not just one, but three exciting ballets! First, the rattling tambourines and rustling tutus of Nadia Thompson’s Grand Tarantella. Next, feel the rhythm and the rhyme with all the animals in Pearl Wamsley’s award winning contemporary ballet, The Incredible Petes. Finally, join Prince Ivan as his search for golden apples becomes a much grander adventure in the featured ballet, George Skibine’s The Firebird. This classic fairytale has it all: magical creatures, daring battles, an enchanted forest, an imprisoned princess - you don’t want to miss it. Accompanied by the West Texas Symphony.
Interactive storytime that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, fingerplays, and body movement. Child must have an accompanying adult. Ages 0-2.
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.
Join us at the Ellen Noël Art Museum for a delightful event tailored for art-loving preschoolers aged 3-5 and their grown-ups. At 1:00 PM, we invite you to immerse yourselves in a beautifully illustrated story and a fun art activity. This free event offers an engaging children's story followed by a hands-on art project related to the tale. Our featured book for this session is Sleep Like a Tiger by Mo Willems. Young attendees will be entertained by the charming story of a pigeon who just isn’t tired at bedtime. After the story, children will participate in an art activity inspired by the adventures. It’s a wonderful opportunity to foster a love of reading and creativity in young children while spending quality time together. We look forward to welcoming you and your little artists to the museum for this fun and inspiring event!
Felix is ready to have his ears scritches and have stories read to him. Come to the Children’s Department @ 4:00 to find him.
Prepare to be enchanted! Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live, the ground breaking 2.5D musical, is bringing the iconic Sailor Moon universe to life like never before. This stunning stage adaptation—based on the legendary manga and anime—transports audiences into a dazzling world of magic, friendship and justice with its electrifying performances, unforgettable choreography and show-stopping music. This production was the first-ever 2.5D musical to hit North American stages, ushering in anew era of live theatre that merges the visual style of manga and anime with the immersive power of live performance. Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live is a one-of-a-kind experience that will captivate fans of all ages. With book, lyrics and direction by Kaori Miura (The Musical The Prince of Tennis, Tokyo Revengers the Musical), choreography by Satomi Toma and music by Go Sakabe and KYOHEI, this is your chance to see “Sailor Moon” like never before, live, on stage, in aspectacular 2.5D musical event! Feel the magic, witness the excitement and be part of the phenomenon that’s captured the hearts of millions worldwide! Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live will be performed in Japanese with English subtitles. Running time: 90 minutes with no intermission
Come and see the children's opera "The Snow Queen" performed by Opera of the Planes presented by Permian Basin Opera. The story will be led by music from "Oberon" by Carl Maria Von Weber. There will be two community performances geared towards fourth grade and their families. For FREE tickets to our community event of "Opera in the Schools", held at Midland College on April 7, 2025, @ 6:30 pm in the Allison Fine Arts Building - Wagner and Brown Auditorium, just visit this link. https://www.mypbo.org/event-details/the-snow-queen-community-performance
It’s National Library Month so we’re going to kick off our storytimes for April talking all about libraries! Join us @ 10:00 AM in the auditorium then head to the basement activity room for a craft.
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.
This Spring, The Globe Theatre at Odessa College ignites our new outdoor amphitheater + returns to The Globe stage with an exciting reimagining of one of Shakespeare's most thrilling adventures, Cymbeline. One of Shakespeare's final works, Cymbeline presents a bold, spirited take on his familiar themes of forbidden romance, betrayal, and the mayhem of war, blending tragedy, combat, fantasy, and broad comedy into a plot filled with twists and turns - all centering on the courageous princess Imogen. The Globe's production will include expressive choreography, riveting music, explosive battle scenes, and a narrator to guide audiences through an exciting, vibrant tale filled with elements of fairy tale romance and epic adventure. AND (!!!) Cymbeline will be designed for two rotating, repertory experiences! One night we'll perform OUTDOORS on the grounds of the new OC Amphitheater + the next evening we'll move INSIDE The Globe Theatre's historic stage. *** Please note that seating for outdoor performances is not typical. The play moves everyone around through multiple spaces. Audience members are encouraged to dress for that evening's expected weather. *** Previews:Thursday, April 10th (6pm) - Outdoor AmpitheatreFriday, April 11th (6pm) - The Globe Theatre Opens:Saturday, April 12th (6pm) - Outdoor Ampitheatre Understudy […]
Felix is ready to have his ears scritches and have stories read to him. Come to the Children’s Department @ 4:00 to find him.
At just fourteen years old, Peggy Guggenheim’s world is turned upside down when her beloved father perishes on the Titanic. His death ignites a lifelong quest for passion, personal freedom, and the transformative power of art. Peggy explores how she defied expectations, shaped modern art, and lived boldly—leaving behind a legacy that changed the art world forever. Book Talk are a great way to meet fellow book lovers, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and discover new perspectives! Whether you’re a longtime reader or just looking for a fun way to connect, Book Talk is a welcoming space for all. Plus, it’s always exciting to share your thoughts and hear what others took away from the story! Snacks provided. Ages 18+ FREE!
After premiering Off-Broadway las tseason , ‘A Taste of Ireland ― The Irish Music & Dance Sensation’ returns to stages across the USA in 2025, performing the show that has entertained thousands around the globe. Laugh, cry and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation. Performed by former World Irish dance champions, and featuring dancers from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ transports the audience through the story of Ireland’s tumultuous history delivered with a pint of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, live jaw-dropping acapella tap battles and heartwarming storytelling. Featuring revamped classics of Danny Boy, Tell Me Ma, Wild Rover, and many more well known songs, the show’s reimagined contemporary score blossoms alongside the brash Irish charm of the live dance cast. ‘A Taste of Ireland’ merges cultural traditions, modern flair, and craic galore, to deliver a performance that has been leaving audiences across the globe jigging on their feet for the last decade. With over one hundred and fifty 5-star Facebook reviews, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ is exactly what it promises: a taste of everything you love about Ireland with a generous helping of more! ’A Taste of […]
Hop, hop, hop. Ribbit, ribbit, croak. We’re going to be talking about frogs in storytime tooday.
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.
Felix is ready to have his ears scritches and have stories read to him. Come to the Children’s Department @ 4:00 to find him.
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.
Felix is ready to have his ears scritches and have stories read to him. Come to the Children’s Department @ 4:00 to find him.
BMX, basketball, breakdancing, acrobatics, drumming and more, the international smash hit returns! A phenomenal physical performance exploring all forms of rotation, 360 ALLSTARS connects the street with the elite to deliver a super charged urban circus. Boasting a stellar cast of World Champion and World Record holding artists and athletes, 360 ALLSTARS is a spectacular fusion of the extraordinary artistry that emerges from street culture. Add to this a stunning live soundtrack delivered by award winning musicians, coupled with spectacular video projections, 360 ALLSTARS is as aurally exciting as it is visually astounding. A magnificent, colourful and astonishing expression of a generation that has reinvented the circus, 360ALLSTARS is a revolutionary production that will leave you dizzy with excitement! Don't miss this chance to catch 360 ALLSTARS at Wagner Noël PAC as part of their 10 year anniversary World Tour.
The Permian Basin Opera's Gala is an annual event in Midland, Texas, that celebrates opera and supports the local arts community. The gala offers guests an elegant evening featuring live performances by talented local opera singers. We will have six performers this year. Soprano Daniella Rodriguez Soprano Caroline Booth Mezzo Soprano Jillian Pena Tenor Zachery Douglas Tenor Andrew Ellis Baritone Dirk Ross.
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.
Felix is ready to have his ears scritches and have stories read to him. Come to the Children’s Department @ 4:00 to find him.
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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.
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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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