A Brilliant Legacy: Abraham Ángel at the DMA
Sometimes the drama of an artist’s life can overshadow the art itself. Case in point, Mexican Modernist painter Abraham Ángel, whose paintings are featured in almost every book or exhibition devoted to the period.
Bringing Artists’ Visions to Life: Bob Bursey Leads Texas Performing Arts into the Future
As the head of Austin’s Texas Performing Arts, Bob Bursey plays a leading role in the state’s cultural scene. But he makes no bones about one thing.
Weaving a Collective Mural: Meow Wolf in Grapevine, Texas
The first time I visited strange new art worlds via a space/time refrigerator portal I had to travel to a renovated bowling alley in New Mexico to do so.
To the Edge and Back: How Bruce Wood Dance is honoring its namesake with passion and power in 2023-24
The 2023-24 season marks 10 years since the passing of legendary dancer and choreographer Bruce Wood, and his namesake company is honoring his memory by making big moves in Texas and beyond.
Spiraling Vessels: Carlos Rosales-Silva paints a Welcome Mural at San Antonio Museum of Arts
The San Antonio Museum of Art recently rolled out the welcome mural for visitors in the form of a monumental painting by Texas artist Carlos Rosales-Silva, on view through Sept. 2025.
Contemplating Tsherin Sherpa’s Spirits at Asia Society Texas
Renowned Himalayan artist Tsherin Sherpa created the first work of his provocative Spirits series in 2009.
Movement, Rhythm, Expression: Dallas Black Dance Theatre spotlights world premieres and homegrown talent in 47th season
Four world premieres and more than 20 total works are the foundation for Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s 47th season, and that’s the sort of abundance that artistic director Melissa M. Young loves to see.
The Female Gaze: Texas Vignette spotlights women artists with art fair dedicated to their work
Though Texas Vignette may be a juried art show focusing solely on female-identifying artists currently living in the Lone Star State, curator Emily Edwards guarantees that everyone is welcome.
Portals to the Divine: Nestor Topchy at the Menil
Nestor Topchy’s iconic portraits are about community and connection.
Giving Voice: Apollo Chamber Players Address Censorship
After 15 years of mixing the sounds and traditions of classical music with those of musical styles from around the world, the Apollo Chamber Players are opting this season for a different focus: as the main concert series’ label puts it, “Silenced Voices.”
When a Ballet becomes a Poem: Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s Delmira Premieres at Houston Ballet
For choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, poetry and ballet share a similar terrain.