OH! So you want to check out the opera but don't have have Rockefeller money?…read more Well Opera in the Heights is your answer. I came for the last showing of Pearl Fishers, which is a traditional French Opera. We got middle balcony seats using a student discount for 10 bucks a ticket. That's a steal! The production value was great, one non changing stage, costumes remained constant also, but they were very colorful and appeasing to the eyes. The plot could been a little bit better planned and acting was eh, but the singing was superb. It's a small space so basically every seat in the house is a good view. I like the smaller intimate theaters because you feel like you are part of the show, especially when some of the singers walk up the aisles onto the stage. If $10 is too much to "TRY" out the opera, they offer a free dress rehearsal where you can can take pictures!!! I will be back for another show.

If I could give 6 stars, I would. Last night I watched Bellini's Capuletti E Montecchi, a rendition…read moreof Romeo and Juliet. I was impressed that this was actually better than the rendition of Othello we saw a month ago! Needless to say, I look forward to watching a rendition of Macbeth in February! So nice to have a cultural gem in Houston that isn't pretentious or pricey!

I am so grateful to have found this wonderful nonprofit organization that provides such an…read moreincredible opportunity for my child to explore and grow her love of theater through acting, dancing, and singing. The experience has been a true investment in her confidence, creativity, and future. The creative arts are essential in helping young people develop self-expression, teamwork, discipline, and the courage to share their talents with the world. This organization creates a supportive and inspiring environment where children can discover their passions and thrive. I highly recommend it to any family looking for a meaningful and enriching experience for their child.

Wonderful little theater - about 100 seats. Saw a GREAT show tonight - Sideshow. What an excellent…read morejob that the young actors and staff did tonight, especially after only 8 days of rehearsals. Convenient location, street parking and an opportunity seeing young actors - some of them launching Broadway careers I am convinced. I think we saw the next "Phantom" perform tonight - what a voice!! Great job directing Marley Wisnoski - awesome!!!!

So I was invited here as a Houston Insider and we had a marvelous experience. They catered to us…read moreand we're really friendly and kind we had a an assortment of candy all you can eat popcorn and drinks. I tried the fig drink... It was.. different. Very big heavy... Remind me a liquid fig newton. Not a fan but I did finish it just to make sure my thoughts and opinions. Other than that, the popcorn was nice. I actually haven't had popcorn in over a decade so that was lovely. The candy was a true tree because I don't ever eat candy. We saw Apollo 13 and, candidly, this is the first time I've ever seen this movie. Lol. It was a nice cool but not too cold atmosphere, the staff is kind, and our experience went off without a hitch, so this theater is definitely one I would visit again.

Sit in a seat that's on the very far left end of a row if you are tall and/or wide. The seats…read morerequire you to rise up and squeeze in between the trays attached to each seat, which makes the space you have to get up and sit down very narrow. Seats on the very left end of a row only have your own tray! Food is pricey but you will feel less remorse if you get something normal like a cheeseburger or chips+queso. I don't come here much because the seats just really are a pain but it's worth it in the end to support this local gem.

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.

Saw Kurt Vile and Being Dead here and it was so fun. The staff is nice, the venue has great…read moreacoustics, and it is such an easy in and out to see a show. My friend splurged on the private seating area and that is so worth it. I sat next to the sound booth on a very comfy couch and could see the stage perfectly. And as all Houstonians know, the most important part is parking and even that was easy peasy. Give it a whirl if you want to see a fun show.

Hillary is excellent!…read more So many shows we've seen at the Theater. Every one has been fantastic. Just attended Al Di Meola. So so good. Hillary was tonight's bartender. Very friendly. Are you cold? They have a must have sweatshirt for $45. Get two!

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.

A nice intimate theater perfect for an onstage performance. Watched The Girl on the Train, which…read morehad great acting! Would like to return.

What an amazing facility. I attended a Vibe Called Rest wellness event and boy oh boy did I feel…read morerested when I left. Im looking forward to attending some other events here. Each building was large yet intimate enough to keep it attention on what was taking place. There was place for vendors and a panel discussion in one building and we do instructed yoga, and Journaling in the other building. I Definitely recommend checking it out!

Nice comfortable auditorium with temperature at a pleasant level. The black seat were very…read morecomfortable

This is a great theater! The seating is intimate, and the one performance I've been to so far (Come…read moreFrom Away) was excellent. I will definitely be back, and I would highly recommend trying to see a play here to anyone who might be considering it!

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!

This is a great Houston dive that's full of so much old Houston character. It reminds me of…read moreMontrose way back in the day before the developers took hold and started polishing the buildings, and taking down weird old funky art refuges. The interior of the bar is compact and straight forward. There's a bar with maybe half a dozen stools, a couple high tables, and I think a pool table. The real draw though is their backyard that backs up to the bayou. It's quite large and offers all kinds of seating arrangements, as well as a smaller covered area in case of rain. They have a great rotation of local bands that play in the open air backyard. Each band seems to bring it's own crowd for the night, so pay attention to who's playing so you can gauge your expectations. Overall, great bar to check out if you're looking for something off the beaten path and unique. The regulars and staff are always polite, as long as you're polite, so give it a try.

Great dive bar. I really enjoyed the vibe. I will be back. One complaint is the the band was turned…read moreup way too loud for this small of a bar. I couldn't hear myself think or talk to the person next to me.

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 !

I enjoy watching shows here. It has been years since I saw Phantom of the Opera and Miss Saigon…read more I'm so proud of childhood friends since intermediate school perform here for different touring shows such as Miss Saigon, Life of Pi and Beauty and the Beast. They were all in band but ended up in performing arts. I am excited for what's next for them. Our high school was big on theatre, so I've always enjoyed shows from early on. Recently, a few Yelp elite events and really great Broadway shows, musicals and singers have come through that brought me back. Sarofim Hall and Zilkha Hall are the main halls. Sarofim is bigger and grand with a beautiful starry ceiling. Zilkha is smaller and more intimate. There's a nearby parking garage and a cheap lot across that my friend recently told me about. I tend to Uber to avoid all that traffic, and it helps that I live 10 minutes away. There's a restaurant inside, but reservations are highly recommended. Otherwise, the lobby area and downstairs offer concessions for snacks and beverages. I love how they have themed drinks paired with the show. There's a couple mocktail options, as well. People line up for show souvenirs and photo op props. All the lines go fairly quickly. The staff is so friendly and helpful. When I won tickets to Hamilton and picked them up at the window, they congratulated me and were genuinely happy I got great seats. The staff handing Playbills and escorting or showing you your seats are so kind. When it's really busy at Sarofim, staff also help guide you to other restrooms on the Zilkha side to avoid crowds. Even while leaving late, there was a gentleman who told a group of young girls waiting for their Uber that they were guests of Hobby and would make sure their ride could drive in the driveway. He even opened the car door for me when I left. I've only waited at the Stage Door once because my friend told me to meet him there after Beauty and the Beast, but it was a cool experience. You can't miss it. There's barricades and a slight crowd. That was the first time I got my Playbill signed in Houston (I've waited in SF for Wicked and in NY for Anastasia.), and the cast came out ready with Sharpies! They were so appreciative of the guests who were waiting. I can't wait for the other shows or singers coming to Houston and will be coming to The Hobby Center for years to come!