Who needs A/C when you've got raw punk DIY energy, cheap food, and even cheaper drinks?? Not me!…read moreCome catch a vibe and watch some smaller bands play (some of them it's their first show). Better to come with friends (parking is a little scarce), but if you come alone the cats, stuffed animals, and houston locals will keep you company :^)

Super happy fun land and they've worked really hard around that part of downtown to make it safe…read moreand applicable for ladies

Went with a friend to see the stage adaptation of Paula Hawkins' bestselling psychological thriller…read more"The Girl on the Train" at the Alley Theater. The story follows Rachel Watson, a woman battling dependency and fragmented memories as she becomes entangled in the disappearance of a young woman. It is interesting that I did not like the movie, but I loved this stage production. Easy to follow the story line that kept you on the edge of your seat. Loved the set design and our orchestra seats gave the best view. So interesting to see how they raised and lowered elements and created the illusion of a moving train. Sign up for their subscription information. Look for BOGO Theater Week Specials. Would definitely recommend seeing a production at Alley Theater.

First visit to the Alley Theater for the brilliant performance of "Fences" by August Wilson in…read moreHubbard Theater directed by Eileen Morris in the . I chose paid underground Theater District parking which is vast, great lighting, parking staff, and safe. Garage signage, yet, I found the twists a little tricky. Persevered and next time I'll be a pro. Friendly ushers, lobby bar, large restrooms, elevators, and comfortable seating. Houston Theater District always has fantastic shows.

Great club! Always a fun show! It's improv comedy! It's a small venue, always a unique show.read more

always such a blast at Crush City! so many great troupes and affordable! BYOB and a great time!read more

I was invited to this show by my brother and his girlfriend who rescue stray cats and help them get…read moreadopted. As a cat-lady-in-training myself, we were surprised that we had no idea that this event existed even though this is their 61st year. Tickets were relatively inexpensive ($9.50 for adults) and it is held in the GRB. Though it is a smaller event than other events held in the GRB like Comicpalooza, I was impressed by the ample size and attendance. I parked at the meters in Discovery Green and only paid for an hour-and-a-half, but I had to run out and pay for an extra hour because we ended up staying longer than I thought. There are plenty of vendors in attendance, as well as booths by local animal shelters with kitties for adoption and informational booths by the veterinary schools (like A&M's) in Texas. I bought a couple of new toys for my kitty that were recommended to me by one of the vendors -- I tested them out on the kittens on display and they work! Haha The real stars of this show, of course, are the cats that are up for competition. Since I'm an amateur, I wasn't exactly sure what the rules were or how the competition works, but from what I can tell you enter your cat into a category based on its breed and age. There were several partitioned areas where a judge will examine each cat competing in a specific category, with spectators watching and applauding as the judge interacted with the cat and the audience to explain what they're looking for in a winner. Afterwards, there's an "Agility Contest" where the owners try to get their cats to run an obstacle course (by having them chase a toy) that is pretty hilarious -- because cats. It was also fun interacting with the various owners and watching them groom their cats. A rule of thumb though, is never to pet a cat unless the owner gives you permission, because you'll either mess up their grooming or you might transfer diseases from cat to cat. This event is definitely like heaven for cat lovers, and I'll definitely be back next year with my posse of cat ladies.

I have never been to a cat show until today and now I want to go to all the cat shows. It was so…read moremuch fun! I loved seeing the multitude of beautifully groomed and socialized animals. They are clearly loved! So many different breeds and colors. I'll be back!

New location for Riot! Right next to Julep, which is another favorite of ours…read more This location used to be a gym, and more recently a bar, so people might think this spot is cursed - but I am hopeful Riot will change that pattern. The cool thing about the location is they have their own coffee shop and bar and a few sitting areas so you can hang out before the show. The coffee shop also offer pastries and is open from 7 am! As far as the comedy part itself, we've been to a Monday open mic night - which I didn't expect to be great but we wanted to do something a little different for date night. The employees are nice and they even warned us that the talent might not be the best, but we still had a good time. The stage is nice and well lit and the seating areas all have good views of the stage. Overall I think its a nice addition to the neighborhood - something to do other than eating and drinking. Hopefully they bring in some good acts pretty soon!

Love this new location for The Riot. My beau and I have been to many shows at their previous…read morelocation above Rudyard's, but they now have their own digs right off lower Washington in the same small strip center where Julep is located. This new location has some parking, street parking, valet (shared w Julep?)... there's a bar and bar seating (wish the lighting was a bit dimmer and more comedy club vibes), but enter through the dark curtains and they have a nice setup! Seating, great sound and lighting, a Htown mural, and QR codes at each table to order drinks and bites.

The Burly Q Lounge is SO MUCH FUN!!!!! A wonderful show to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, date…read morenight, or just a fun night out with friends! There is something for everyone! Kiki is hilarious and sexy, and the Qutie showgirls are sassy! I look forward to the Burly Q Lounge every month for good music, laughs and beautiful burlesque performances!! Always an amazing night in store for all!

This show is a fantastic classic vaudevillian show featuring several different style acts…read morethroughout the night. Burlesque, Comedy, Magic, Musical Performance, the show has it all in one exciting night. Kiki Maroon does't disappoint, as she books the best acts from around the country to fulfill your entertainment desires. Each month the show features a different line-up of acts, with Kiki as host and the Burly Quties as her lovely minions. If you haven't seen this show, housed at Warehouse Live on a monthly basis, I highly recommend you do.

Stages is my favorite performing arts theater in Houston! Ever since I saw my first show here, The…read moreHeart Sellers, I knew I had found something wonderful and was hooked. Since then I've gone on to see The ripple, the wave that carried me home, and the latest show, The Lehman Trilogy. Each show Ive watched here has been wonderfully well crafted in storytelling, acting, and have been very immersive to the audience. You can definitely feel the love that was put into each production. I've been enjoying going to opening preview night of each of these shows, there's something really different about seeing the first live performance for each production. Seeing the directors and producers all watching their hard work come to life, the roaring standing ovation. It's a great place to be at! I fully recommend people to check out their productions as they're never a disappointment to me!

Wow I came to see a play at STAGES, based on the life of Lauren Anderson, the black prima…read moreballerina! I had great seats right in center,but really the venue is so intimate there is not a bad seat in the house. The play Plumshuga: The Rise of Lauren Anderson. I believe this was the last performance of the show. Shes a Houston icon. It was a story of her life, told thru Houston Ballet dancers and other amazing actors. It was authentic, and showed a black woman's plight of becoming one of the best dancers in the US, her perilious journey through addiction, and her life now. It was centered and focused on her voice, and it was beautiful story that should be heard by many Americans, not just the black community. Bravo Lauren Anderson!

I came here recently to watch "UTOPIA IN FOUR MOVEMENTS" With directors Sam Green and Dave Cerf,…read moreaccompanied by the Quavers. Tickers were $12 a piece. I really didn't know what to expect from this venue since it was on navigation I was already a bit skeptical, then when I rolled up there was no street parking however, there was an abandoned lot across the street that was supposed to be for the theater. There was a guy outside directing traffic and he remained outside watching over the cars, sure enough nothing bad happened. As far as the venue, goes it's a tiny space, but perfect for this show. It holds a total of maybe 50 people. I was lucky enough to sit front row, literally seats away from the sound guy and only a few feet away from the band. I love a small venue as you feel you are literally a part of the show. This live action documentary had great energy. I love this place, and will be back for future shows!

In a though part of town. Not to mention, it's all cheesy acting and unproffesional people…read more.. Costs us $20 to get in. Should of been about $5-$10.....

I have seen quite a few shows here, from ballet recitals to musicals. The latest one I saw was The…read moreMoulin Rouge. It was such a fantastic show! I am always so fascinated how they can move the furniture so fast behind scenes. I think the theatre itself is really nice. A bit narrow though and everytime I go I am fearful of falling in someone haha. the ceiling has a beautiful star light. Not too big of a theatre or stage so it feels like a much more intimate experience. The valet service parking is always so convenient but it does get full pretty quickly !

My friends and I had a wonderful time at the Hobby Center. We went to see Moulin Rouge. I was…read morewonderful! We got some last minute seats and they were perfect. The show was beautiful and the songs were great. Everything was so clean and I loved that they had an attendant in the restrooms to let everyone know where the open stalls were. The light went so fast and we had plenty of time to get a new drink and chat a bit during intermission. We grabbed a couple pamphlets with the upcoming musicals. We are looking forward to bringing the kids to see a few. I'm a little disappointed in the attendants though. Back when I was a kid it was customary to dress up to attend the theater. I saw many people in shorts, sneakers, and baseball caps. ‍ I did however see several dressed up and tried to match the theme and I loved that.