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

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.

Alley Houston is one of Houston's premier theaters. Today I'm here for A Christmas Carol, and on…read moreother times shows like Wicked. I'm an oil and gas engineer but I learned one thing when I moved to HTX is with our focus on Arts. You can see this in the Houston Ballet, Alley Theatre and so many other venues. Come, buy a ticket. Any play will be a good one. Even better, try to get in the first few rows. The cast will pull you into the scene like you've never felt before!

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!

I laughed a lot throughout the night--the comedy was definitely on point. The comedians did a great…read morejob and kept the energy up the whole time. Unfortunately, the food and drinks didn't match the experience. Everything felt overpriced for the quality. I paid $10 for a tiny brownie that tasted store-bought and was so dry it literally stuck to the roof of my mouth. I'd definitely recommend eating beforehand, because the food just isn't worth it. That said, I still had a great time overall thanks to the entertainment. If you're going for the laughs, it's worth it--just don't go for the food.

Went here for a valentine's day comedy night & I had a great time. Because there is a bar…read moredownstairs there isn't much in the way of a comfortable waiting area before the show. I love that you can order your drinks from your phone. I was in VIP which is the closest seating from the stage(but didn't give much else). I will say save yourself some money & get general admission or reserved seating the talent did work the room rather than just VIP for crowd work time. The show was funny most of the comedians were hilarious We may return but maybe on a less packed day.

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 recently visited the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts to see Back to the Future: The Musical…read morepresented by Theatre Under The Stars. Parking was available for $20 in the parking garage. It was raining and able to navigate to the theater without getting wet. The venue itself is beautiful, modern, clean, and well-organized. We were able to enter quickly and our tickets were scanned with no wait. From the moment we entered, everything feels organized and easy to navigate, with helpful staff throughout the theater. Our seats were in the Mezzanine section and the view of the stage was partially obstructed by the back of people's heads sitting in front of me, but still had a decent view. The acoustics were excellent and the show was a fun, high-energy experience. Restroom lines during intermission were extremely long but seemed to move quickly. They had a variety of drinks available but I didn't purchase any. The overall experience felt seamless from start to finish. Except for the parking. After the show, was stuck in the parking garage over an hour trying to exit. However, the Hobby Center is a great venue for watching a show. Would absolutely come back to watch another show!

This is a wonderful venue and host to the amazing Broadway Across America musicals each season…read more I've been here several times, both in the main Sarofim Hall and the smaller Zilkha Hall for smaller productions. You can park across the street in a paid underground garage, or if you're lucky enough to find a street parking spot, certainly grab that! The entrance has a lovely view of Downtown which has made for great pictures at the time of graduations. There have always been ample staff on my visits for musicals and they are very helpful. There's a metal detector when you enter, then two large staircases on either side that lead you up to the mezzanine and separate stairs to the gallery. There's also an elevator that services all floors. On the mezzanine level there are multiple bars, often with themed drinks for the shows. But be careful - they come with hefty price tags! The halls themselves are gorgeous. Both have nice comfortable seating and wonderful sound. The view from the gallery in the main hall can be a little difficult for making out details on the sets, but it's decent.