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Houston Ballet Hosts Its First All-Female Choreographic Workshop
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2018

Houston Ballet set out to provide a space for women to explore choreography and tell their stories through its inaugural all-female choreographic workshop, elle emerge. Women from Houston Ballet, Houston Ballet Academy, Cincinnati Ballet and Kansas City Ballet answered the call to premiere complete pieces and movements from upcoming works for around 100 ballet supporters at Houston Ballet on November 10.

VIDEO: Watch 'People Will Say We're In Love' From TUTS' OKLAHOMA!
by Alan Henry - Sep 21, 2018

Theatre Under the Stars presents Oklahoma! through September 23. Get a look at Sam Simahk (Curly) singing the iconic number 'Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin' in the video below!

VIDEO: Watch 'Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin' From TUTS' OKLAHOMA!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2018

Theatre Under the Stars presents Oklahoma! through September 23. Get a look at Sam Simahk (Curly) singing the iconic number 'Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin' in the video below!

Review Roundup: Critics Weigh In On TUTS' OKLAHOMA!
by Alan Henry - Sep 17, 2018

TUTS' OKLAHOMA is now on stage through September 23rd! Priscilla Lopez stars as 'Aunt Eller' in the production and is joined by Sam Simahk as 'Curly,' Olivia Hernandez as 'Laurey,' Madeline Hamlet as 'Ado Annie,' Logan Keslar as 'Ike Skidmore', Hassan Nazari-Robati as 'Ali Hakim,' Christopher Campbell as 'Will Parker,' Eric Ulloa as 'Jud Fry,' David Sitler as 'Andrew Carnes,' and Dewey Caddell as 'Cord Elam.'

VIDEO: A Recap of Eric Ulloa's Instagram Takeover At TUTS!
by Jeffrey Vizcaino - Sep 17, 2018

BroadwayWorld had an inside look when Eric Ulloa of Theater Under The Stars's OKLAHOMA! took over BWW's Instagram this past Saturday. Ulloa, who currently plays 'Jud Fry,' gave followers a behind the scenes glimpse of a two show day. Enjoy a recap of his takeover below that includes an interview with co-star and Tony Winner, Priscilla Lopez!

VIDEO: Get A First Look at OKLAHOMA! at Theatre Under The Stars in Houston
by Alan Henry - Sep 17, 2018

BroadwayWorld has a first look at OKLAHOMA! at Theatre Under The Stars in Houston! Check out video of the production below!

Eric Ulloa of TUTS's OKLAHOMA Takes Over BWW Instagram Tomorrow!
by Jeffrey Vizcaino - Sep 14, 2018

Go behind the scenes with Eric Ulloa this Saturday, September 14th as he takes over the BroadwayWorld Instagram to give a behind the scenes look at a two-show performance day at Theater Under The Stars's Oklahoma!

Photo Slideshow: Get A First Look at Priscilla Lopez and More in TUTS' OKLAHOMA!
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2018

BroadwayWorld has a first look at OKLAHOMA! at Theatre Under The Stars in Houston! Check out all the photos!

Priscilla Lopez Joins Cast of OKLAHOMA! at Theatre Under The Stars
by Julie Musbach - Aug 13, 2018

Tony Award winner Priscilla Lopez will lead the cast in the role of 'Aunt Eller' in Theatre Under The Stars' (TUTS) production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma!, the first show in the musical theatre company's 50th Anniversary Season.

Review Roundup: MAYERLING at The Hobby Center
by Alan Henry - Sep 26, 2017

Houston Ballet is the first American ballet company to perform MAYERLING. instead of the previously scheduled six performances, the ballet ran for four from September 22-24.

BWW Review: Houston Ballet Showcases Sumptuous MADAME BUTTERFLY and Spare SON OF CHAMBER SYMPHONY
by Guest Blogger: Gary Laird - Sep 29, 2016

The current offering from the Houston Ballet, MADAME BUTTERFLY with SON OF CHAMBER SYMPHONY, is a study of contrasts - economy and luxury.

BWW Review: Houston Ballet Presents An Unforgettable SLEEPING BEAUTY
by Jenny Taylor Moodie - Feb 27, 2016

BWW Review: Houston Ballet Gives A Luxurious Experience With THE SLEEPING BEAUTY

Houston Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER Visits Texas Childrens' Cancer Center Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 9, 2013

Today, Monday, Dec. 9th, 2013 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., costumed dancers from Houston Ballet's production of The Nutcracker make a special visit to Texas Children's Cancer Center and Hematology Centers.

Houston Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER Visits Texas Childrens' Cancer Center Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2013

Today, Dec. 2nd and Monday, Dec. 9th, 2013 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., costumed dancers from Houston Ballet's production of The Nutcracker make a special visit to Texas Children's Cancer Center and Hematology Centers.

Houston Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER to Visit Texas Childrens' Cancer Center, 12/2 & 9
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2013

On Monday, Dec. 2nd and 9th, 2013 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., costumed dancers from Houston Ballet's production of The Nutcracker will make a special visit to Texas Children's Cancer Center and Hematology Centers.

Texas Children's Cancer Center Gets Visit From Sugar Plum Fairy in Houston Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2013

Houston, TX - On Monday, Dec. 2nd and 9th, 2013 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., costumed dancers from Houston Ballet's production of The Nutcracker will make a special visit to Texas Children's Cancer Center and Hematology Centers. This holiday season Houston Ballet will present 34 performances of The Nutcracker at the Wortham Theater Center November 29 - December 29, and the dancers want to bring the magic of the performance to children who may not have the opportunity to see the production. On December 2, 2013, Houston Ballet principal Sara Webb, principal Ian Casady, demi soloist Jim Nowakowski, and corps de ballet dancers Aria Alekzander, Aaron Sharratt, and Natalie Varnum will participate in this event. On December 9, 2013, corps de ballet dancers Katelyn May, Jacquelyn Long, Alyssa Springer, and apprentice Silken Kelly will visit Texas Children's Cancer Center and Hematology Centers.

BWW Reviews: Houston Ballet's FOUR PREMIERES is a Celebration of Choreography
by Kristina Nungaray - Sep 7, 2013

The Houston Ballet is notorious for providing audiences with top-notch productions and a supremely talented company. Launching into their 2013-2014 season, Houston Ballet opens with FOUR PREMIERES. Consisting of one American premiere and three world premieres, FOUR PREMIERES is a wonderful evening of dance, with works choreographed by Chrisopher Bruce, Melissa Hough, Garrett Smith, and James Kudelka.

BWW Reviews: Houston Ballet's CHOREOGRAPHIC WORKSHOP - A Showcase of Exquisite, Astonishing Talents
by David Clarke - Dec 15, 2012

The Houston Ballet organization is imbued with talent from top to bottom. Last year, they organized an event in which the dancers got to experiment and begin growing their own individual choreographic voices. Thursday, December 13, 2012 was their second event with this goal in mind. A small, invitation only audience was treated to an evening of fantastic talent on display in 14 world première ballets by names that are sure to leave a lasting impression on the world of dance.