cycle of this great American composer’s symphonies. Tickets start at $25. Jones Hall, 615 Louisiana. 713.224.7575. houstonsymphony.org ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS Oct 20 Tickets $35-$59. 6:30 pm. Revention Music Center, 520 Texas. 800.745.3000. reventionmusiccenter.com
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PIPPIN Oct 20–25 Pippin tells the story of a young prince on a death-defying journey to find meaning in his N BA existence. Will he choose a O H E K happy but simple life? Or will he risk everything for a singular flash of glory? This captivating new production is directed by Tony winner Diane Paulus (Hair and The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess). It features sizzling choreography in the style of Bob Fosse and breathtaking acrobatics by Les 7 Doigts de la Main, the creative force behind the nationwide sensation Traces. Tickets start at $35. Hobby Center, 800 Bagby. 713.315.2525. thehobbycenter.org THE LEGEND OF ZELDA Oct 22 The highly anticipated global concert tour of The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses— Master Quest descends on the Houston Symphony and delights fans with a truly unique experience. Audiences can expect new additions from A Link Between Worlds, the most recently released Zelda game. Tickets start at $30. 7:30 pm. Jones Hall, 615 Louisiana. 713.224.7575. houstonsymphony.org THE SPIRIT OF INDIA Oct 22 The Bollywood Masala Orchestra and Dancers of India will makes their Houston debut with The Spirit of India a performance that will take audience members on a lively musical journey from Rajasthan to Mumbai. With 17 professional artists onstage, Houston audiences will experience the soul of a veritable feast of Indian sounds. The show combines traditional and contemporary music with mesmerizing rhythms and colorful costumes. Founded by artistic director Rahis Bharti, the Bollywood Masala Orchestra and Dancers of India give an authentic taste of the richness and excitement of Indian music. Tickets $28-$73. 8 pm. Wortham Center, 501 Texas. 713.227.4SPA. spahouston.org PUCCINI’S TOSCA Oct 23–Nov 14 A story of deceit set in Rome during one of history’s most turbulent times. Truth is nowhere to be found, and even love is tainted by
suspicion for the tragic heroine Floria Tosca. In an effort to save the life of her beloved Cavaradossi, Tosca strikes a terrible bargain with the evil chief of police, Baron Scarpia, and is fatally deceived. Intrigue, cruelty, and betrayal swirl about a doomed diva in a riveting drama sung to one of Puccini’s most beautiful scores. Tickets start at $15. Wortham Center, 501 Texas. 713.228.6737. hgo.org THE OTHER PLACE Oct 23–Nov 15 Juliana Smithton is a neurologist whose research leads to a potential breakthrough for a new Alzheimer treatment. Just as it does, her life takes a disorienting turn. During a lecture to colleagues, she enters into a mystery that blurs fact with fiction, the past with the present, until the elusive truth is unraveled in a windswept cottage on the shores of Cape Cod, “the other place.” Alley Theatre, 615 Texas. 713.220.5700. alleytheatre.org ARTURO O’FARRILL AND THE AFRO LATIN JAZZ ORCHESTRA Oct 24 Grammy Award-winning pianist Arturo O’Farrill is a celebrated musician, bandleader and a composer with a ground-breaking and forwardlooking perspective. Catch O’Farrill and his Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra when they perform at Downtown’s Wortham Center. Tickets start at $35. 8 pm. Wortham Center, 501 Texas. 713.524.5050. dacamera.com
LYLE LOVETT & JOHN HIATT Oct 29 The uncompromising musicality of Lyle Lovett. The soul-stirring lyrics of John Hiatt. Two of America’s most admired singer-songwriters turn Sarofim Hall at the Hobby Center into their front porch for a rare and intimate acoustic evening, swapping stories and songs from throughout their incredible careers. Tickets $39-$79. 8 pm. Hobby Center, 800 Bagby. 713.315.2525. thehobbycenter.org SINATRA’S CENTENNIAL Oct 30–Nov 1 Since “Ol’ Blue Eyes” would have turned 100 this year, Principal Pops Conductor Designate Steven Reineke has created a program in true Sinatra style—reflecting the timeless songs that this American legend popularized, including Fly Me To The Moon, My Way and The Lady Is A Tramp. Adding to Steve’s “Rat Pack” is Tony DeSare, who has been described by The New York Times as “two parts Frank Sinatra to one part Billy Joel.” We also welcome Tony-nominated performer Montego Glover (Broadway’s Memphis: The Musical), who commands the stage with her dazzling, powerhouse voice. Tickets start at $25. Jones Hall, 615 Louisiana. 713.224.7575. houstonsymphony.org EUGENE ONEGIN Oct 30-Nov 13 Regret, remorse, and wanting what you can’t have. From Pushkin’s novel in verse comes Tchaikovsky’s theatrical masterwork set to a
BALLET HISPANICO Oct 24 Founded by Tina Ramirez and led by Artistic Director Eduardo Vilaro, Ballet Hispanico explores, preserves and celebrates Latino cultures through dance. For its return to Houston, the company will perform its first full-length narrative work – Gustavo Ramírez Sansano’s Carmen. maquia. Riveting from start to finish, this work is a bold and electrifying reimagining of Georges Bizet’s iconic opera about a passionate gypsy. 8 pm. Jones Hall, 615 Louisiana. 713.227.4SPA. spahouston.org JOSH GROBAN Oct 26 Catch multi-platinum recording artist Josh Groban, in a uniquely intimate performance when he stops at The Hobby Center on his Stages tour. Tickets $50.50-$150. 7:30 pm. Hobby Center, 800 Bagby. 713.315.2525. thehobbycenter.org
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