Ever wonder what the final week leading up to The Nutcracker is like? From the studio to the theater, from Angel to Sugar Plum Fairy, from Volunteer to Artistic Director, from careful planning to last minute problem solving, watch it all come together in our documentary, Making Magic: What It Takes To Pull Off The Nutcracker. Airing on Basin PBS at 7pm on Thursday, Nov 28 & 4pm on Sunday, Dec 1
Ever wonder what the final week leading up to The Nutcracker is like? From the studio to the theater, from Angel to Sugar Plum Fairy, from Volunteer to Artistic Director, from careful planning to last minute problem solving, watch it all come together in our documentary, Making Magic: What It Takes To Pull Off The Nutcracker. Airing on Basin PBS at 7pm on Thursday, Nov 28 & 4pm on Sunday, Dec 1
Join us for the Downtown Christmas Market on Friday, December 6th, from 6–9 PM at 500 N Grant! Enjoy one-of-a-kind holiday shopping Create family-friendly memoriesGather your loved ones and kick off the season with festive fun. Let’s make this holiday magical—see you there!
Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil’s former army commander. With a dazzling score featuring well-known standards including “Blue Skies,” “I Love A Piano,” “How Deep Is the Ocean” and the perennial title song, White Christmas is an uplifting, wholesome musical that will delight audiences of all ages.
Watch Tchaikovsky’s iconic score come to life as Clara Stahlbaum travels through the Lands of Snow and Sweets with her Nutcracker Prince. Featuring renowned professional dancers and 100 local student dancers, this production has been a celebrated community tradition for over 30 years! Be sure to include Midland Festival Ballet's The Nutcracker in your family’s holiday plans. Accompanied by the West Texas Symphony.
Watch Tchaikovsky’s iconic score come to life as Clara Stahlbaum travels through the Lands of Snow and Sweets with her Nutcracker Prince. Featuring renowned professional dancers and 100 local student dancers, this production has been a celebrated community tradition for over 30 years! Be sure to include Midland Festival Ballet's The Nutcracker in your family’s holiday plans. Accompanied by the West Texas Symphony.
Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil’s former army commander. With a dazzling score featuring well-known standards including “Blue Skies,” “I Love A Piano,” “How Deep Is the Ocean” and the perennial title song, White Christmas is an uplifting, wholesome musical that will delight audiences of all ages.
Watch Tchaikovsky’s iconic score come to life as Clara Stahlbaum travels through the Lands of Snow and Sweets with her Nutcracker Prince. Featuring renowned professional dancers and 100 local student dancers, this production has been a celebrated community tradition for over 30 years! Be sure to include Midland Festival Ballet's The Nutcracker in your family’s holiday plans. Accompanied by the West Texas Symphony.
Read a story to Felix the therapy dog, he loves to listen.
Open Mic. Open Stage. Open Hearts. Join us for a FEARLESS FRIDAY of UNAPOLOGETIC ARTISTRY! The Globe Theatre at Odessa College opens our stage to the energy and artistry of OC students, faculty, departments, and clubs … collaborating alongside our Odessa/Midland community to fill the Globe with exploration, creativity, and passion. CABARET NIGHT at The Globe Theatre is a time to share tastes of anything you’re passionate about: singing, dancing, poetry, storytelling, photography, film, clown-work, stand-up comedy, drama, culinary and horticulture … it’s all welcome! IF YOU’RE INTERESTED IN SHARING SOMETHING, please email aganz@odessa.edu with what you’d like to share, the estimated time you’d like, and any technical needs you’d like us to provide. Forgot to reach out beforehand? No problem! We leave time at the end of the evening for anyone who’d like to share something – so bring your materials and let the evening inspire you! Come on out and support artistic bravery and passion! We hope you join us for this FREE EVENT. Friday, January 17th. Doors open at 5:30pm.
Read a story to Felix the therapy dog, he loves to listen.
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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