The Globe of the Great Southwest

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  • The Globe Film Festival

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

    The Globe Film Festival is set to return to the Historic Globe Theatre on January 30–31, 2026, inviting all to celebrate independent film and creativity with a variety of activities including screenings, panels, workshops, awards, and a food court. Filmmakers are encouraged to submit original short films, ranging from 1 to 10 minutes in length and suitable for a community audience, in any genre or style—whether shot on a phone or professional equipment. The deadline for submissions is January 16, with selected works having the opportunity to be showcased as Top 10 finalists at the festival. Join us for a vibrant celebration of storytelling in West Texas!

  • The Globe Film Festival

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

    The Globe Film Festival is set to return to the Historic Globe Theatre on January 30–31, 2026, inviting all to celebrate independent film and creativity with a variety of activities including screenings, panels, workshops, awards, and a food court. Filmmakers are encouraged to submit original short films, ranging from 1 to 10 minutes in length and suitable for a community audience, in any genre or style—whether shot on a phone or professional equipment. The deadline for submissions is January 16, with selected works having the opportunity to be showcased as Top 10 finalists at the festival. Join us for a vibrant celebration of storytelling in West Texas!

  • 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!  

  • 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.

  • 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. […]

  • The Front Page

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

    Stop the presses! The Globe Theatre at Odessa College roars to life this fall with an unforgettable Fall comedy-adventure, Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthurs The Front Pagea sharp-witted, laugh-out-loud comedy that crackles with the pace of a newsroom on deadline. Step into the smoke-filled pressrooms of 1920s Chicago, where hard-boiled reporters, fast-talking editors, and one unforgettable escape collide in a whirlwind of mischief, mayhem, and razor-sharp banter. This isnt your modern day journalismits a fresh, adventurous take on the play that defined the golden age of the press. Overflowing with outrageous characters, electric pace, and timeless wit, The Front Page reminds us why the thrill of chasing a story is as irresistible today as it was a century ago. Grab your fedora, polish your press badge, and join us for a night at Odessas historic Globe Theatre where the headlines leap from the page and the laughs never stop. The Front Page By Ben Hecht & Charles McArthur Directed by Aaron Ganz Properties & Set Design: Alex Moreno ****************** CAST LIST: ****************** Abe Schwartz: JOAQUIN ORTIZ Dicky Endicott: DAVID VALERIO Carlotta Wilson: SIOUX RAMOS W. Burns: TIFFANY BECERRA Roy Bensinger/Mrs. Grant: CALEB GONZALES Hildy Johnson: JOSH HARDT Woodenshoes Eichorn/Molly Malloy: […]

  • The Globe of the Great Southwest 2308 Shakespeare Road, Odessa, TX, United States
    Visual Arts

  • Artist Talk: Barry Phillips the Younger

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

    In describing his upcoming retrospective, Phillips shared: "I am honored to present my 40-year retrospective at Odessa College. It will be fun and informative and strange, so don't miss it!" In addition to the exhibition, Odessa College will host an artist talk with Phillips at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16, in the Globe Theater, followed by a reception in the Phillips Goff Gallery. Phillips holds a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy from Texas Tech University and a Master's degree in Fine Art from Texas A&M - Commerce. He is also a former member of the board of directors for the Texas Association of Schools of Art. The Phillips Goff Gallery will be open during the exhibition with hours of 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday

  • Globe Night

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

    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. GLOBE NIGHT at Odessa College is time to share … anything: singing and dancing, poetry and storytelling, photography and film, puppetry and magic tricks, stand-up comedy and full-out drama, culinary and horticulture ... it's all welcome!  For the purposes of these guidelines, people who share things at Globe Night in the form of live performances, visual art, etc. will be referred to as “Sharers.” Things that Sharers present to the Globe Night audience—including live performances, visual art, etc.—will be referred to as “Pieces.” • Sharers must fill out the Globe Night Sign-Up form and respond to follow-up/confirmation emails in order to share at Globe Night. Failure to respond to the confirmation email by 2 pm on the day of Globe Night may result in the Sharer having to wait until a subsequent Globe Night to share their Piece. • There are 15 live performance slots available per Globe Night. Sharers will be able to sign up for live performances until the 15 slots are filled or […]

  • Film Night At The Globe Theatre: Raiders of the Lost Ark

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

      Kick off Labor Day weekend at the Globe Theatre! Join us this Friday, August. 29th at 6pm for a FREE showing of Raiders of the Lost Ark. Free refreshments will be served, and stick around after the film for a post-movie analysis led by OC English and Communications faculty. Film Night at the Globe happens every month on the last Friday-next up: Sept. 26th featuring a 90's classic!

  • Shakespeare’s Cymbeline

    The Globe of the Great Southwest 2308 Shakespeare Road, Odessa, TX, United States
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    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 […]

  • (Anti) Valentine’s Cabaret at The Globe Theatre – FREE EVENT

    The Globe of the Great Southwest 2308 Shakespeare Road, Odessa, TX, United States
    Theatre & Literary Arts

    For ... or against? CHOOSE your Valentine's Day side + cheer on the dueling displays of fearless artistry from the Odessa College Visual and Performing Arts Department and our larger artistic community. The first Annual (Anti) Valentines Cabaret brings to life 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. The first 30 minutes of the night puts a focus on the Visual Arts with dueling exhibitions of paintings, photographs, and objects that adorn the Globe walls and theatre. Next, we take to the stage where musicians, singers, storytellers, poets, dancers and artists of all stripes share their playful and passionate perspective on this crazy ol' thing we call ... LOVE. We hope you join us for this FREE EVENT. ONE. NIGHT. ONLY.