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  • 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.

  • Mrs. Doubtfire

    Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Midland/Odessa in this internationally acclaimed hit musical critics call “wonderful, heart-warming, and laugh-out-loud funny” (Manchester Evening News) and “a feel-good, family-friendly comedy that delivers” (The Hollywood Reporter). Based on the beloved film, MRS. DOUBTFIRE tells the hysterical and heartfelt story of an out-of-work actor who will do anything for his kids. It’s “the lovable, big-hearted musical comedy we need right now,” raves the Chicago Tribune – one that proves we’re better together.

  • 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
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    Tickets for Midland Festival Ballet’s The Nutcracker are now on sale! December 20 & 21, 2025 📍 Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center Tickets Epic battles, lands made of sweets, living toys, and fairies—there’s something for the whole family to enjoy! Since 1994, The Nutcracker has been a cherished community tradition, brought to life by over a hundred students from dance studios across West Texas, including Midland, Odessa, Andrews, Greenwood, and Big Spring.

  • 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!

  • Author Event with Brandon Thomason Ector County Library

    Ector County Library
    Humanities

    Join us for a special evening with local author Brandon Thomason, writer of the deeply emotional and psychological novel Of Wolves & Butterflies. Brandon will share insights into the story’s themes, his writing process, and the real-life experiences that helped shape the book. Guests will have the opportunity to meet the author, ask questions, and have their copies signed. Whether you have already read the book or are discovering it for the first time, this event offers a meaningful chance to connect with the heart behind the story. The event is free and open to the public. For more info on the author, please visit: https://brandonthomasonauthor.com/

  • 2026 SandHills Stock Show & Rodeo

    2026 SandHills Stock Show & Rodeo
    Ector County Coliseum 4201 Andrews Highway, Odessa, TX, United States
    Humanities

    Details The SandHills Stock Show & Rodeo is set to return to the Ector County Coliseum from January 8 to 17, 2026, bringing together the best in professional rodeo action, livestock shows, and family entertainment. This year marks an impressive 93 years of livestock shows and 78 years of rodeo action, continuing a proud tradition that began in the early 1930s. Serving as the official kickoff for the stock show circuit and the start of the pro-rodeo Texas swing, a night at the SandHills Rodeo promises an experience filled with saluting the flag, cheering for winning rides, and getting up close to bone-jarring action. The 2026 rodeo will feature elite PRCA competition, with top-ranked cowboys and cowgirls competing head-to-head in events such as bull riding, barrel racing, saddle bronc riding, calf roping, and more. New to the lineup this year is specialty act John Payne, “The One Arm Bandit,” whose world-renowned horse and herd performance has earned him 15 PRCA Rodeo Act of the Year titles. Returning is fan favorite, Justin Rumford. As barrel man, he will bring his energy and humor to the arena. A ten-time PRCA Clown of the Year and host of the popular RumpChat podcast, Rumford […]

  • January Globe Night at Odessa College

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

    Join us for the January Globe Night at Odessa College, a vibrant evening of fearless and unapologetic artistry. Open Mic, Open Stage, Open Hearts! The Globe Theatre invites OC students, faculty, and the local Odessa/Midland community to showcase their creative talents, whether it be singing, dancing, poetry, storytelling, photography, film, stand-up comedy, drama, culinary arts, or horticulture—everything is welcome! If you wish to share your passion, please fill out the participation form. Don’t worry if you haven’t signed up in advance; we will leave time at the end for impromptu performances. This free event is all about supporting artistic bravery and celebrating creativity. Join us on Friday, January 9th, with doors opening at 5:30 PM. We hope to see you there!