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I Went To The Dance (J’ai été au bal)

Museum of Fine Arts – Caroline Wiess Law Building 1001 Bissonnet Street, Houston, TX, United States

Get in the Mardi Gras spirit with the definitive film on the history of the toe-tapping, foot-stomping music of French Southwest Louisiana, directed by the legendary Les Blank with Chris Strachwitz. I Went to the Dance features Cajun and Zydeco greats including Michael Doucet & BeauSoleil, Clifton Chenier, Marc & [...]

$7 – $9

Pan African Passport

Children’s Museum of Houston 1500 Binz, Houston, TX, United States

Feel the rhythm and let the beats transport you as the Kucheza Ngoma Dance Company takes the stage to chronicle the incredible influence of the African diaspora on dance!

free

Black History Experience

Children’s Museum of Houston 1500 Binz, Houston, TX, United States

Come celebrate the African American spirit by participating in exciting activities, exploring African cultures and traditions, learning about significant periods in history and engaging in stories about courage, survival, and resilience. SPECIAL EVENTS: The Griot Speaks sponsored by Phillips 66: Step into the enchanting world of “The Griot Speaks,” where [...]

$17

Chinese Folktales: Wit & Wisdom of the Ancestors

Miller Outdoor Theatre 6000 Hermann Park Dr., Houston, TX, United States

A unique blend of theatre and dance brings to life classic Chinese stories about people, animals, and mythical creatures, presenting timeless lessons about family, life and the humanity we all share. Featuring 40 dancers,10 actors, film, music and eye-popping costumes. Co-created by Dance of Asian America and Express Children’s Theatre.

Asian Heritage Performance

Children’s Museum of Houston 1500 Binz, Houston, TX, United States

High caliber Asian cultural performance by Dance of Asian America. Performance will include amazing new dances from all over China and surrounding countries. Each dance incorporated amazing costumes, exciting choreography and authentic music. Learn about cultures from the east through these fun dances. This is a wonderful family event and [...]

Asian Heritage Performance

Children’s Museum of Houston 1500 Binz, Houston, TX, United States

High caliber Asian cultural performance by Dance of Asian America. Performance will include amazing new dances from all over China and surrounding countries. Each dance incorporated amazing costumes, exciting choreography and authentic music. Learn about cultures from the east through these fun dances. This is a wonderful family event and [...]

Asian Heritage Performance

Children’s Museum of Houston 1500 Binz, Houston, TX, United States

High caliber Asian cultural performance by Dance of Asian America. Performance will include amazing new dances from all over China and surrounding countries. Each dance incorporated amazing costumes, exciting choreography and authentic music. Learn about cultures from the east through these fun dances. This is a wonderful family event and [...]

Asian Heritage Performance

Children’s Museum of Houston 1500 Binz, Houston, TX, United States

High caliber Asian cultural performance by Dance of Asian America. Performance will include amazing new dances from all over China and surrounding countries. Each dance incorporated amazing costumes, exciting choreography and authentic music. Learn about cultures from the east through these fun dances. This is a wonderful family event and [...]

Harambee Mini-Concert

S.H.A.P.E. Community Center 3815 Live Oak, Houston, TX, United States

The Harambee Mini Concert is BACK ON! Join us Tuesday, July 30th at @shapecommunitycenter for some LIVE MUSIC, ART, FACE PAINTING, and even TATTOOS ✨ Entry is FREE but you can RSVP with the link in @thecoalitionhouston bio !! Tell your friends to tell their friends about ✨The Harambee Mini [...]

Free

México en el Corazón

Discovery Green Labranch at Lamar, Houston, TX, United States

Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Mexico with this group of mariachis and ballet folklorico dancers. More than 50 performers create a magical night with gorgeous costumes, music and culture. The cast is made up of the Guadalajara Folkloric Ballet, the Mariachi Juvenil Colotlán, Pepe and its Pepillos, [...]

Free

Transient Vistas: Foreclosure

Join us for a live performance inside FLAT’s current exhibition: Transient Vistas! Foreclosure is a captivating, improvisation-centered performance by: Anthony Almendárez, Juan Garcia, Gabriel Martinez, and Paty Lorena Solórzano Doors at 7pm, performance at 7:30 “Foreclosure” responds to the exhibition Transient Vistas, using sound, movement, and text to explore the [...]

Indigenous Peoples Day at Discovery Green

Discovery Green Labranch at Lamar, Houston, TX, United States

Enjoy a lunchtime performance in celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The event will open with a land acknowledgement presented by Abuela M’api Rainflowa, founder of Calmecac Indigenous Organization (CIO). After the presentation expect a performance by CIO traditional dancers and drummers.

Free
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