Miller Outdoor Theater

Miller Outdoor Theater host two fantastic Houston free events this weekend June 12-13, 2009. If you haven't been to Miller Theater lately, or have never been there, it's in Hermann Park, next door to the Houston Zoo. It's close to that big statue of Sam Houston sitting on his horse. The outdoor theater one of my favorite Houston theaters because there is so much to do in and around the park.

The Blew Notes Trio

Renowned spoken word, visual art, and jazz musical performances featuring poet and spoken word artist, Abiodun Oyewole. Oyewole. We are lucky to have this great poet in our midst this weekend. He's considered one of the world's best in poetry circles through the US and abroad. He just finished a gig at Portland Oregon’s Shakespeare Festival and a tour of Europe and Mexico, performing and presenting lectures on poetry and politics.

Summer Sampler of Dance

Houston Met will delight the Miller Theater audience with the world premiere of "Elevated." This new work was created for the company by renowned choreographer Salim Gauwloos. The audience can expect to see many of the favorites from the Houston Met repertoire.

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Houston Weekend

This Houston weekend is filled with enough social activities and fun things to do that you'll have a glide in your stride, a deep in your hip and smile as wide as the Rio Grand on your face all week.
It's definitely the time to hit the parks. At Hermann Park and in Downtown Houston at Discovery Green, you'll find exciting outdoor activities . The list of what's happening in and around Midtown Houston Saturday and Sunday will make it rewarding for you to get out of that house robe and into some shorts and a T-shirt, for those of us who avoided becoming roadwarriors this holiday weekend.

Hermann Park

Its 15th year promises to be one of the best ever, Dancin’ in the Street…Motown & More Revues at Miller Outdoor Theatre!



The Motown & More Revue performances feature the hip soul music from the 1950’s through today. BACE Poduction's actors recreate the legendary soul artists, Ray Charles, Sam Cooke, the Temptations, Gladys Knight and the Pips, and lots others.

This weekends shows ads a evening of fashion to the mix, with members of the local NFL Players Association sporting Mens Wearhouse formal wear and the ladies strutting the sexy stuff from Catherine’s women’s clothiers.
This Houston weekend will be remembered for the Dancin’ in the Street's fashions, funk and fun!

When:Saturday-Monday 8: pm
Where: Miller Outdoor Theater

Downtown Houston

There is no place like downtown Houston on weekends. The newest place for cool things to do on a Houston weekend is Discovery Green.


Saturday mornings you can get your bike fit for the summer, with free bicycle repair instructions from bike expert Nicholas Auger.

When: Saturdays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Discovery Green

Once it cools off downtown they turn on the big screen for free movies. Saturday night NASA brings an interactive exhibit to "Screen On The Green," Disney’s remarkable movie Wall-E. It's a cool way to open the door to a conversation with your kids about the moon landing as we get ready to commemorate the 40th anniversary of man's historical walk on the lunar surface.
Downtown Houston is always a great place to spend a laid back evening with the family and friends on a Houston weekend.

When: Saturday 8:00 PM
Where: Discovery Green

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What's Happening This Week in Houston

Not just for Black History Month, but anytime is good time to share stories about African American elders. That's one of the reasons Melisa Waddy-Thibodeaux is performing her one woman show, "The Resurrection of Harriet Tubman" at home, this weekend in Houston.

Melisa has inspired audiences around the nation with her reenactment of the iron-willed chief conductor on the Underground Railroad, for escaped slaves. The Friday night show features a 20-minute Q&A with the playwright. View more details about this event at llu.Com

TSU Tigers Homecoming Game

Steeped in tradition and worn with pride, the maroon and gray has been flying high around Midtown Houston all week, as Texas Southern University celebrates its homecoming. You can expect a sassy parade and a slew of all-day tailgate parties Saturday, as the Tiger football team gets prepared for their must win battle against Mississippi Valley, at Durley Field.

Headcoach Johnnie Cole's gameplan is to get his team out of the cellar and back on top of their division. Cole was selected SAIC coach of the year while at Lane College, where his most memorable player has to be Jacoby Jones, the explosive return man now playing for the Houston Texans.

Texans Vs Baltimore In Reliant Stadium

After losing their last game to the Viking and quarterback Matt Schaub to injuries, the Texans are hungry for a win. Don't be square, be there in Reliant Stadium to witness them kicking some Baltimore butt this weekend.

If you need to buy or sell tickets to the Texans games or any event in Houston, click on Midtown Live's Stubhub ticket center.

What's Happening In Midtown Houston's Museum District

Cinema Remixed & Reloaded explores the notable contributions of black women film and video artists to contemporary art in America. Sporting projections, installations, interactive CD-ROM projects and more the exhibition spans across generations of artist.

This collaborative effort between CAMH and Spellman College Museum of Fine Arts showcases works from more than 40 artists, such as Adrian Piper, Carroll Parrot and some of today's emerging stars. There are more details to be had by visiting the CAMH.Org webspace.

Unbelievable Dinosaur Mummy Found

If you're looking for something a little more adventurous this weekend, checkout "Dinosaur Mummy CSI" at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. The 77-million year-old duck billed creature named Leonardo, is the best preserved, plant-eating dinosaur mummy fossil ever discovered.

During your visit this world tour premier, you may even unearth your own dinosaur mummy or win a cool paleontology prize.
To learn more about this event checkout HMNS.Org.

Free Concert

Miller's outdoor stage will be transformed into an elegant New York-style cabaret, for their annual Miller fundraiser. Take a friend and support a worthy cause, where you"ll get a chance to hear the great jazz and pop singer, Ann Hampton Callaway and partake of a delicious buffet!

On Sunday Hippie Hill becomes the setting for KPFT-FM radio's Pan-African Rhythm concert with Alonzo "Doc" Peters and Friends on the Miller Outdoor Theater plaza, featuring Funk Bank and other artist.

For show times and more details call (713) 533-3276 or follow the link to MillerOutdoorTheater.Com

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Things to Do in Houston -November 08

The winter colors may be changing the face of the area's landscape, but city-life remains vibrant year-round in Midtown Houston.

So, before you get all wrapped up into the plans for your holiday decor and entertaining at home, here are a few the things to do in Houston, this week, to get your November off to a proper start.

This Weeks List of Things For Adults To Do?

Get out and VOTE!

Here is a link to find out where to vote in Midtown Houston or any of the surrounding areas. Every eligible voter has a chance to take part in a democracy, here is your chance to put'em back up or shut up your elected officials in Washington.


Domy Books- Come out for the books and you'll end-up coming back to for their eclectic series, food flicks, at the world's most under rated bookstore.

Aurora Picture Show- The home for vanguard films that fall outside of conventional moviemaking.

Things To Do With A Group

If you and your group of friends crave pure excitement, try these events.

Houston Rockets- This week the Rockets play host to the 2008-World Champion Boston Celtics.

Laff Stop- Every Monday is open mic night.

All of these adult-rated events are easy to get to from anywhere in Midtown Houston and inside loop 610.

Things To Do With The Kids

If you're tired of promising the kids a night out here are some events they're sure to enjoy.

Art in The Park- Hosted by top-rated artist on Thursday in downtown Houston at Discovery Green.

Children's Museum of Houston- The CMH honors the Mexican holiday, Dia de los Muertos as a celebration of life, November1- 5.

Free Events In Houston

By the way....

For those of us whose budgets are stressed, here are some free things you can do, this week in Houston.

Miller Outdoor Theater- KPFT-radio's concert series and more.

Discovery Green- Sunday's, Wednesday and Thursday you can head to the other park.

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Free Events This Weekend in Houston

If your budget calls for exciting free outdoor events, this is the weekend to party in Houston. Let's keep on praying that the on again, off again, rain won't put a damper on the any of the activities happening at The Miller Outdoor Theater.

Two free star packed tribute shows will honor local jazz greats including Conrad Johnson and the soulful sounds of Luther, Barry White and Gerald Levert this weekend in Houston.

Friday 28th August the “Jazz Tribute to The Big Band Era – A Classical Tea With A Twist of Jazz”. This phenomenal jazz show will showcases the finest jazz and classical gifted youth and adult artists in the state of Texas.

Live music performances throughout the nite can be expected from headliners and former protégés of Prof Johnson, including former members of his infamous Kashmere Stage Band. Artist expected in the ine up: Joe Carmouche, The Conrad Johnson Youth Orchestra, The Conrad Johnson Jazz Heritage Orchestra featuring Carolyn Blanchard, and a presentation by Ronnie Laws.

August 23: Keeping the Music Alive

The other free event you don't want to miss this weekend is Saturday's "Keeping the Music Alive".

The soulful concert pays tribute to the late R&B artists, Luther Vandross, Gerald Levert and Barry White. Each made a significant impact not only on ethnic communities but the world of music during their careers.

There is a host of other activitites that you can do in space city.Some of the books that give you an insight into more fun things to do in Houston are available here just check the Books on Houston, Amazon Store.

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Free Events In Houston This Weekend

The Houston theater community wants to treat your faimly to a couple of exciting experinces. The Ensemble Theater and Downtown's Theater distric are providing free entertainment this weekend.


Miller's Outdoor Theater and The Ensemble Theater hook-up to bring you August Summertime Excitement.

The Ensemble's production of Ain't Misbehavin was an explosive finale to their 2007-2008 Season. Now the Ensemble Theatre will be back with Ain't Misbehavin August 16 and 17, 2008 --8:00pm at Miller Outdoor Theatre.
This Tony Award-winning musical will have you movin' to the beat with its wall to wall music, delightful humor, infectious energy and American spirit.

Free Downtown



The Theater District is comprised of six performance venues — Alley Theatre (with two stages, the Hubbard Stage and the Neuhaus Arena Stage), Hobby Center for the Performing Arts (with two theaters, Sarofim Hall and Zilkha Hall), Jones Plaza, Jones Hall, Wortham Theater Center (with The Brown Theater and The Cullen Theater) and Verizon Wireless Theater.


Grab an event program when you arrive and check out what's happening throughout the day.

Performances will be offered on stage at several of the Theater District's venues, downtown restaurants will offer bites to eat and theaters will offer backstage tours.

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Free Events In and Around Midtown Houston

Due to the impending tropical storm, Tuesday night’s performance of “Julius Caesar” has been cancelled, shows will resume Wednesday.

A myriad of events are on tap for the final weeks of summer. Whether you favor the classics or crave the avant-garde, Houston’s theater and arts community will thrill you with all of the fun things you can see and do this week.

Politics, envy and ambition embroil the stage during The Houston Shakespeare Festival. You’ll want to catch both Cymbeline and Julius Caesar which appear on alternate nights during the week-long festival.


Be sure to add this event to your list of Things to do with a Group. The festival is not only free it’s kid friendly with stimulating sights, sounds and experiences that you’ll want to share with more of your family and friends.

Cymbeline, is a great fairy tale for adults where themes of jealousy, fidelity and sophistication are all played out with Shakespeare's customary genius.

Julius, Brutus and most of the cast of the Houston Shakespeare Festival are from the University of Houston’s School of Theater and Dance.

The free shows take place each night, just outside of Midtown, under the stars at Miller’s Outdoor Theater beginning at 8:30 pm. If you need tickets for the covered seating just visit the Miller Outdoor Theater box office for details.

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Free Memorial Day Concert in Midtown Houston This Weekend

Everyone in Midtown Houston will be "Dancin’ in the Street" Memorial Day weekend. A variety of local artist from BACE Productions, recreate the legendary soul music and it's artists, Ray Charles, Sam Cooke, the Temptations, Gladys Knight and the Pips,Aretha Franklin and many more.

Their Motown & More Revue highlights soul music from the 1950’s, through contemporary times.

This Herman Park springtime event has become a Houston tradition.

It plays the Miller Outdoor Theater every evening at 8:15 pm this weekend and best of all it’s free!

[Where: 100 Concert Dr, Houston, TX 77030]

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Places to Visit Mother’s Day Weekend in Houston

Ensemble Theater




Headlining every mom’s wish list is a night on the town. A wonderful way to accomplish that is by concluding her eventful Mother’s Day, in the intimate setting of the George Hawkins main stage, for the evening performance of Midtown Houston's Ensemble Theater’s theatrical production of "Ashes to Africa".
[Where:3535 Main St Houston 77002]


Houston's Children's Museum





Create an exciting gift for your mother at the HCM. Couple this museum visit with a Metro train ride to Midtown Houston and she’ll have a day to remember.
Moms receive FREE admission to HCM on Mother’s Day when accompanied by a child.

Miller Outdoor Theater



The admission is free for the classical ballet adaptation of Madame Butterfly, it’s one show that every mom will love to see this weekend. The Mother’s Day performance is set to Puccini’s magnificent score and produced by the Houston Ballet.



The 21st Annual HOUSTON ART CAR PARADE





Why not treat that hip, chic mom of yours to an early Mothers Day surprise? Saturday take her to see this year’s Art Car parade featuring more than 250 amazing motorized creations.

You better get there early to get one of the shaded spots along the parade route that starts at Taft and Allen Parkway moves towards downtown, then on to Bagby and back down Allen Parkway ending at Shepherd.

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NCAA Basketball Championship in Houston

Come and experience the thrill of "NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship" action as the University of Houston hosts the 2008 South Regional on March 28 and 30 at Reliant Stadium. The "Sweet16" will feature the Memphis Tigers vs. Michigan State Spartans and Texas Longhorns vs. Stanford Cardinal. The Regional will determine one of the four teams that will advance to the "Men's Final Four™" in San Antonio, Texas. There are still a few good seats left, for online tickets to the NCAA at Reliant Stadium, at Ballparks.com. Printable schedules for the NCAA games are available at the Houston Chronicle website or get a free Printable 2008 March Madness Schedule here.

[Where: Reliant Park, Houston]
March 28-March 30, 2008

Historic Buildings Conservation

Join the US Green Building Council, Houston Chapter for a discussion regarding the sustainable conservation of frequently forgotten resources: our existing and historic buildings

By using our these historic resources to achieve our sustainability goals we can green our cities while maintaining the character and authenticity of our city - the stories and landmarks that make Houston unique and wonderful.

Wednesday March 26, 2008 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
[Where: 111 North Post Oak Lane Houston, TX 77024]


Government Procurement Connections 2008

The nation's premier intergovernmental contracting fair, Government Procurement Connections 2008, gets underway at the George R. Brown Convention Center on Monday, March 24th from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

This event brings together purchasing and contracting representatives from various governmental sectors. Major government contractors, financial institutions and a host of other resources and agencies will be represented.

This unique coalition will provide valuable contracting information to small business enterprises in the Gulf Coast region.

Beginning Monday, March 24th, dynamic speakers will present informational workshops and seminars on a variety of topics. Other highlights include industry forums and a Ribbon Cutting and the Awards Luncheon on Tuesday March 25th. Admission is open to the public and the event is free.

Dance in Houston

Miller Outdoor Theater is the place to catch Danceology 101. The energetic presentation of the history of popular dance, from the 1920s Charleston to today’s hip hop. It’s a production of the Houston Metropolitan Dance Company. Their performances will incorporate history, math skills, and the arts into an interactive blast of energy and excitement. Show starts at 11:00 am, Wednesday, March 25. If you would like to know more about the show visit the HMDC website.

[Where:100 Concert Drive Houston, TX 77030]

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Things To Do Near Hermann Park With a Group

Children’s Museum of Houston

Every Thursday night families are discovering that one of the fun things to do in Houston is attending the Children’s Museum of Houston. It is where the kids in your group can engage in hands on learning experiences. It will turn on their curiosity and stimulate even the couch potato’s critical thinking skills.

Houston Children Museum has things for even the wee little ones to do. It’s called the Tot-Spot. It’s a fun place to bring children ages birth to 36 months. The exhibit has four distinct areas where they can crawl, cruise or walk through, if you can get them to leave the eye-catching bubble machine.

This is one place that needs a warning sign stating, “this museum has been known to inspire discovery and encourage inventiveness.”

Need more information? For more details contact Group Reservations Coordinator at (713) 535-8185 or reservations@cmhouston.org.

Miller Outdoor Theater




Here is something you can do on Spring Break and cover two place in one trip. Visit Miller Outdoor Theater and Herman Park. They are located near Midtown Houston and next door to the Texas Medical Center.


If you have rambunctious kids or adults in your group let them kick their shoes off in the park. This is a place the family can dress down and enjoy plays, concerts or Fourth of July fireworks.


A Trip to Herman Park can start early in the morning and last until show time at the outdoor theater, without a dull moment. There is lots of outdoor equipment to occupy every kid in your crowd. They can even cool off at the park’s splash pad.

Don’t forget to enjoy a leisure stroll through the Chinese Gardens or a ride on the miniature train that travels through the park. Glass containers are prohibited in all of Houston parks, including Miller Theater.

There’s always plenty of festival seating on the hill that surrounds the amphitheater style pavilion. If you contact the box office your family may be able to get reserved covered seats to one of the many popular events.

Miller audiences have enjoyed such outstanding performances as The King and I, Houston Ballet's Giselle, Theater Under the Stars (TUTS) Brooklyn: The Musical and Houston Ebony Opera Guild's Carmen.

You can bring your own lawn chairs, just remember they should be placed only on the left side (facing the stage) so that patrons on blankets can also see. A few things you should know, no audio or visual reproduction of any kins is allowed at Miller Outdoor Theater. Smoking is prohibited in the seated area under the canopy and in the restrooms.
Miller Theater is located close to Houston's Midtown, at 100 Concert Drive in Hermann Park, just south of the Museum of Natural Science and the Houston Garden Center.

Sam Houston Park

One of the city’s first parks was the 20 acre Sam Houston Park that’s conveniently located in downtown Houston. The park is part of an effort to preserve architectural examples of Houston’s past. They document the history of Houston’s diverse community for the education and enjoyment of present and future visitors to the city.

There are several 19th century structures you can visit. A log cabin is the oldest of the group of restored structures. It was built before the Texas revolution. There’s the oldest surviving brick home in Houston. Two homes showcasing classic architecture, one’s Greek revival and the other is a Victorian style home.
Within walking distance is the Heritage Society’s museum. The park and the museum are free of charge. You can contact the Heritage Society for it’s rates if your group would prefer a guided tour.

The park is located not far from Midtown Houston, near the corner of Bagby and Lamar Streets in Downtown. For more facts on hours and fees, call 713-655-1912 or e-mail emartin@heritagesociety.org.


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