Odessa Arts

Live Music with Flair: KT & The Blues Scientists
2024-04-06 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Flair Taverna, 2701 JBS Parkway, Odessa, Texas

Midland Festival Ballet Presents Midsummer Night's Dream
2024-04-06 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
See one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies told in a whole new way! Join Midland Festival Ballet for a night filled with humor, romance, magic and mayhem as they perform A Midsummer Night’s Dream, with live orchestral accompaniment provided by the West Texas Symphony!
Time of the event is to be announced at a later date.

King Lil G & NB Ridaz
2024-04-05 19:00 - 21:30 | The Ector Theatre, 500 N. Texas, Odessa, TX, 79761, United States
Join us for an unforgettable night with the return of King Lil G & NB Ridaz at The Ector Theatre in Downtown Odessa, Texas, on Friday, April 5, 2024! It’s a show you don’t want to miss!

Live Music with Flair: ZBD Band
2024-04-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Flair Taverna, 2701 JBS Parkway, Odessa, Texas

Odessa YMCA Presents Giggle & Give with Lucas Bohn
2024-04-04 19:00 - 21:30 | The Ector Theatre, 500 N. Texas, Odessa, TX, 79761, United States
The Odessa Family YMCA proudly presents our “Giggle & Give” comedy fundraiser sponsored by Sondra and Toby Eoff. The fundraiser will start at 7 p.m. (with doors opening at 6 p.m.) April 4 at The Ector Theatre, and it will feature comedian Lucas Bohn.
The fundraiser will benefit our annual campaign for the Odessa Family YMCA. Those funds will benefit our PreK-3 program, which we have in partnership with the Ector County Independent School District, youth sports scholarships, and free community events held throughout the year, including Healthy Kids Day.
In addition to the comedy show, the Odessa Family YMCA will hold a silent auction with all proceeds going to our annual campaign. Current silent auction items include artwork from the Odessa Family YMCA Learning Centers, Dallas Cowboys suite tickets, Six Flag/Hurricane Harbor tickets and many more. We are accepting items for our silent auction.
Lucas Bohn has been seen on NBC’s “Bring the Funny” and CBS’ Coastal Comedy Live, performing with comedy legends like Kevin Hart, Jimmy Fallon and Dave Chappelle. His first comedy special, “Too Cool for School,” went viral with over 50 million views.
CBS7 news anchor Jay Hendricks will serve as master of ceremonies for the event.

Jazz Nights with Flair: Groove City's Jazz Quintet
2024-04-04 18:00 - 21:00

Knit & Stitch
2024-04-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Help us create a post-modern sewing circle for knitters, quilters, stitchers, or anyone who would like to join! This is open to any hand-craft (crochet, knit, sew, etc). Free!

Read to Felix
2024-04-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Ector County Library
Come to the 3rd Floor Children’s Department, grab a book and read to our special friend of the library Felix the Therapy Dog.
He loves to be read to by any and all readers!
***Event Subject to Change***

Sensory Friendly Storytime
2024-04-03 16:00 - 17:30 | Ector County Library
We understand that large groups in a storytime can be overwhelming for some of our patrons. So we have partnered with Share, who work with Special Needs families in the Permian Basin for a Sensory Friendly Storytime with a couple of books, a few songs, and craft or sensory toys to play with after storytime.
We will also have a calming room set aside for those that get overstimulated.
Location: 3rd Floor Auditorium

Art Tales: Sylvester and the Magic Pebble
2024-04-03 13:00 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
PLEASE NOTE THAT: The Ellen Noel Art Museum is temporarily housed inside the UTPB Presidential Archives

Storytime + Robots
2024-04-03 10:00 - 23:00 | Ector County Library
Come join us for Storytime and afterwards head to the Basement Activity Room to make a Robot!
*3rd Floor Auditorium & Basement Activity Room

Passive Program: Make Your Own Chess Set
2024-04-01 - 2024-04-30 | Ector County Library
**Ongoing monthly activity available at the Children’s circulation desk.**
This month’s passive program is a fun adventure of wits and strategy – each chess move is a step towards exciting victories!
Pick up supplies at the Children’s circulation desk to make your own chess set.
Later in the month we will have a special Chess Class on April 22, 2024.

Come to the basement activity room and learn to play chess with Chase Ross, the chess coach for Goddard JHS and Bunche Elementary School in Midland. Learn to move your pawns, the moves a knight can make, and how to checkmate your opponent.

Permian Basin String Quartet Presents Reflections in C
2024-03-30 19:30 | First Methodist Church of Midland, 300 N Main Street, Midland, TX, 79701, United States
Join the talented Permian Basin String Quartet for their spring recital March 30th! Tickets are on sale now at 800-514-3849, https://www.wtxs.org/concerts/pbsq-spring.html or at the door. See you there!

Live Music with Flair: Cassidy Sooter
2024-03-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Flair Taverna, 2701 JBS Parkway, Odessa, Texas

Baby Shark's Big Broadwave Tour!
2024-03-30 14:00, 2024-03-30 10:00 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Let’s Doo-Doo-Doo-Doo-Doo-Doo-Doo it! Join Baby Shark and his fincredible fishy friends on an undersea adventure filled with oceans of fun and finship! To save their beloved Party Puddle Theatre, Baby and the squiddos must dive into action to create a flowstopping, splash-hit Broadwave swimsation — and they need your family’s help to put on the biggest Broadwave show ever! Jam-packed with catchy music, heartwarming characters and tidal waves of laughter, this interactive live show will make fishies of all ages shake their tail fins with delight.

Legacy Harley-Davidson - Pictures with the Easter Bunny
2024-03-30 11:00 - 14:00 | Legacy Harley-Davidson, 12100 W Highway 80 E, Odessa, TX, United States

Easter Egg Hunt - Free Event
2024-03-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Sherwood Park, 4819 N. Everglade Ave, Odessa, Texas, 79762

Live Music with Flair: The Croakin' Toads
2024-03-29 18:00 - 21:00 | Flair Taverna, 2701 JBS Parkway, Odessa, Texas

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
2024-03-28 19:00 - 22:00 | The Ector Theatre, 500 N. Texas, Odessa, TX, 79761, United States
With a refreshed lineup and newfound energy, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, featuring founding members Jeff Hanna (lead vocals, guitar) and Jimmie Fadden (drums, harmonica, vocals); Bob Carpenter (keys, vocals)—a member of the band since 1979; Jim Photoglo (bass, vocals); Jaime Hanna (guitar, vocals); and Ross Holmes (fiddle, harmonica, vocals); remains one of the most accomplished bands in American roots music. The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band played their first gig in 1966 in Southern California as a jug band and by 1969 had become a cornerstone of the burgeoning country-rock community. Their career breakthrough came in 1970 with the release of the record Uncle Charlie & His Dog Teddy and the single “Mr. Bojangles,” a folksy Top 10 pop hit that brought folk music to the national forefront. In 1972, they released the first of three groundbreaking Will The Circle Be Unbroken records, collaborating with many of the best bluegrass, Country, and folk artists in the world. The band also has enjoyed vast success on the U.S. Country charts with hits like “Fishin’ In The Dark,” “Modern Day Romance,” and “Stand A Little Rain.” Their latest album, Dirt Does Dylan—released in 2022—has received widespread critical acclaim. More at https://nittygritty.com/history/.
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Jazz Nights with Flair: Moments Notice
2024-03-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Flair Taverna, 2701 JBS Parkway, Odessa, Texas

Art Talk
2024-03-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
Spend the evening enjoying a discussion of selected work from the Ellen Noël Art Museum’s collection. Get the chance to view, analyze, and discuss an artwork using visual thinking strategies. · Free!

Spring Daisy Painting Class
2024-03-27 18:30 - 20:30 | Cheers to Paint Studio, 3952 E. 42nd Street, Ste G, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States
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Rabbits Storytime + Craft
2024-03-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Ector County Library
Come join us for Rabbits Storytime and afterwards head to the basement Activity Room to make a craft!
*3rd Floor Auditorium & Basement Activity Room

The Sewell Leadership Event
2024-03-27 08:30 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
We have gathered to grow as leaders within the Permian Basin for nearly two decades. This year we’re bringing you back to the Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center for incredible speakers!
Join Team Sewell for an inspiring day of learning and leadership with fantastic speakers. Follow Sewell Family of Companies on Facebook and Instagram to see who the 2024 speakers are!
As always, 100% of ticket revenue will be donated back to a local charity.

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Please Note

Arrive On Time: Please arrive early to allow yourself time to park, go through bag check, and find your seat prior to 8:30 AM. Doors open at 7:30 AM.
Clear Bag Policy: We have a clear bag policy. Our clear bag size limit is 12″x12″x6″ and wallet size limit is 8″x5.”
Tell Your Friends and Colleges!: Share this information with everyone in your party, or forward this email to the individual(s) attending the performance if you purchased tickets for someone else.
Food and Beverages: For the Sewell Leadership event only, you can bring in non-alcoholic outside beverages into the theater IF the cup has a lid. Complimentary water, coffee, and light snacks will be available in the lobby.
Advance Lunch Purchases: If you purchased an advance lunch option you must bring both your event ticket AND lunch ticket in order to redeem the ticket for your food order. You can enjoy your beverages (with a lid) and food in the theater.

Important Times – To Be Announced

All other Wagner Noël PAC prohibited items are in effect for this event.

Cup of Love Painting Glass
2024-03-26 18:30 - 20:30 | Cheers to Paint Studio, 3952 E. 42nd Street, Ste G, Odessa, TX, 79762, United States

Flatland Cavalry
2024-03-23 20:00 | Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 FM 1788, Midland, Texas
Flatland Cavalry is breaking out into a gallop. After years of hot trotting across their native Texas,the country outfit is primed for a breakout with the release of their third full-length album, thesonically sprawling and wistfully written Welcome to Countryland.
The Texas sextet––band leader and chief lyricist Cleto Cordero, guitarist Reid Dillon, bassist Jonathan Saenz, drummer Jason Albers, fiddle player Wesley Hall, and utility instrumentalist Adam Gallegos––continue to embrace their trademark sound while further pushing into the wildunknown. When it was time to embark on recording a new album, resting on their laurels wassimply out of the realm of possibilities.
Following the release of 2019’s critically-acclaimed Homeland Insecurityand their 2016 full-length debut Humble Folks, they’ve been on a healthy trajectory rising through the country ranks. After years of working with Lubbock stalwart Scott Faris in the friendly confines of Amusement ParkStudios, Flatland decided a change ofscenery was necessary. Despite some hesitation and a mixof emotions, they instantly knew recording at Nashville’s Sound Emporium Studio A with rising producer Jake Gear was the right move.Since its release, Welcome To Countryland has garnered criticalpraise from Rolling Stone, Wall Street Journal, Holler, Whiskey Riff, Brooklyn Vegan and many other outlets. The band concluded their hugely successful Welcome To Countryland Tour by selling out Billy Bob’s Texas inDecember 2021, and kicked off 2022 with the release of the Far Out West Sessions.
These stripped-down, one-take acoustic performance videos of their 2021 hits recorded on-site in thevast deserts and mountain ranges of Far West Texas were an instant hit with fans, so the bandreleased the tapes on streaming platforms and embarked on the Far Out West Tour.
With tour dates from Seattle to London, festival debuts from C2C to Stagecoach, and covetedsupport slots with Luke Combs, Eric Church and more, the Far Out West Tour brought Flatland Cavalry to new corners of the globe. As 2022 neared its end they surprise-released the highly anticipated single “Mountain Song” and announced an EP to arrive in the Fall.
With more new music on the horizon, 17 upcoming stadium shows with Luke Combs, and a stacked touring calendar for 2023, Flatland Cavalry is approaching global influence in the Country& Folk music world.

Live Music at Homemade Wines
2024-03-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Homemade Wines, 400 N. Texas Avenue, Odessa, 79761, United States
Hop into Homemade Wines every Saturday from 7pm – 10pm and enjoy live music from a local artist!

Mr. Capone-E + Amanda Perez
2024-03-23 19:00 - 21:30 | The Ector Theatre, 500 N. Texas, Odessa, TX, 79761, United States
Pre-sale is open now! General sales open Friday, 2/9 at 2:00 PM.

Join us for an unforgettable night with the renowned Mr. Capone-e and Amanda Perez at The Ector Theatre in Downtown Odessa, Texas on Saturday, March 23, 2024! We will be featuring all of their classic hits, so don’t miss out on this amazing concert experience.

Live Music with Flair: Dan Fruehauf
2024-03-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Flair Taverna, 2701 JBS Parkway, Odessa, Texas
