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The Magic of Jen Kramer

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

She turns the impossible into the impossible-to-ignore, wowing audiences with her contagious smile and world-class sleight-of-hand. Jen headlines her own show in Las Vegas at Westgate Resort & Casino and won Best Magician in the 2024 Best of Vegas Awards. Named Female Magician of the Year by the International Magicians Society and a 40 Under 40 honoree by VEGAS INC, she has been featured on television shows including Penn & Teller: Fool Us, Masters of Illusion, and NBC’s TODAY Show.  

FFODTX Movies: Where The Horses Heal The Soul

The Ector Theatre 500 N. Texas, Odessa, TX, United States

The Ector Theatre and Odessa Arts are partnering to bring you $5 Friday Movie Nights at The Ector for First Friday ODTX! Doors open at 7 PM and the movie will start at 8 PM. Tickets are general admission and will be first come first served. “Where the Horses Heal the Soul” intricately weaves together narratives of resilience and newfound purpose as participants at ROCK (Ride On Center for Kids) connect with therapy horses. Set in central Texas, this documentary captures the profound impact that Equine Assisted services, therapies, and activities have on individuals’ lives. The rhythmic motion of riding and the emotional bond with the therapy horses becomes a catalyst for positive change. This emotional journey unfolds as participants, including children, adults, and veterans, enhance life skills, gain independence, and rediscover purpose. The film stands as a testament to the healing power of horses and the unwavering spirit of those who find hope and strength at ROCK.

Broadway in the Basin Presents RESPECT: The Aretha Franklin Story

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

R.E.S.P.E.C.T is an electrifying tribute celebrating the music of the legendary Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. This concert experience takes audiences on a journey of love, tragedy, courage, and triumph. Starring a live band and supreme vocalists, come experience a night of music by one of the greatest artists of all time. The concert features all your favorite hits in one evening, including "Natural Woman,” “Think,” “I Knew You Were Waiting for Me,” “Chain of Fools,” “Respect,” and many more. You’ll be out of your seat and dancing in the aisles as you lose yourself in the music that inspired a generation.

BALLET FOLKLORICO DE MEXICO DE AMALIA HERNANDEZ

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

Experience the beautiful Hispanic traditions of Ballet Folklorico de Mexico de Amalia Hernandez! Recognized internationally for its presentations, this world-famous company returns with a show the whole family can enjoy! “sets the stage ablaze with vibrant color and engaging rhythms” (The Boston Globe).

The Great Gatsby

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

Join 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 […]

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes The Family Reunion Tour

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

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes is one of the most successful stand-up comedians today with six comedy specials streaming on various platforms and selling out theaters across the world. Her most recent special, Say I Won’t, debuted on YouTube with over 3.8M views. Anjelah published her first memoir titled, Who Do I Think I Am?: Stories of Chola Wishes and Caviar Dreams, in March 2022. Born and raised in San Jose, California, and of Mexican and Native American descent, Anjelah has guest starred on shows such as Life & Beth, Superstore, The Shield, Ugly Betty, and Curb Your Enthusiasm. Her film roles include Enough Said, Our Family Wedding, and Alvin And The Chipmunks: The Squeakquel. Most recently, Anjelah joined Eddie Murphy and Tracee Ellis Ross in the Amazon Prime feature, Candy Cane Lane. In February, she returns for the second season of the Hulu original series, Life & Beth, and will be the host of the Tubi original series, My Crazy Quince, which will be out in April.

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Midland Festival Ballet Presents Firebird

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

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.

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Midland Festival Ballet Presents Firebird

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

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.

Alton Brown Live Last Bite

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

Alton Brown Live: Last Bite Alton Brown Live: Last Bite, the famed foodist reflects on his decades in food media, presents several of his favorite culinary mega-hacks, sings some of his funny food songs, and in general offers a culinary variety show the likes of which human eyes have never seen.  

Brit Floyd Wish You Were Here 50th Anniversary

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

Brit Floyd returns to the stage in 2025 with their biggest and most spectacular production to date, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s classic album ‘Wish You Were Here’, complete with a stunning laser and light show, iconic circular screen, inflatables and theatrics. Released in 1975 and featuring four of the band’s most beloved loved songs, ‘Shine On You Crazy Diamond, ‘Welcome to the Machine’, ‘Have a Cigar’ and the title track, ‘Wish You Were Here’ is widely regarded as one of the greatest albums of all time. The 2 and a half hour plus show will also feature classic tracks from Pink Floyd’s magnificent catalogue of albums, including the Dark Side of the Moon, The Wall, Animals, The Division Bell, Meddle and much more. Taking to the stage to perform note for note renditions of all these classic Pink Floyd tracks is the band of musicians that audiences have become to love and respect worldwide over the years, featuring long time guitarist/lead vocalist and musical director Damian Darlington and bassist/lead vocalist Ian Cattell as well as the other expert musicians that have joined the ranks of Brit Floyd over the course of the last decade. Having performed over […]