CALENDAR OF EVENTS AUGUST – NOVEMBER 2021
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Photo by Nash Baker INFORMATION Glass containers are prohibited in all City of Houston parks. If you are seated Location in the covered seating area, please ensure that your cooler is small enough to fit under your seat in case an emergency exit is required. 6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030 Smoking Something for Everyone Smoking is prohibited in Hermann Park and at Miller Outdoor Theatre, including Miller offers the most diverse season of professional entertainment of any Houston the hill. performance venue — musical theater, traditional and contemporary dance, opera, classical and popular music, multicultural performances, daytime shows for young Recording, Photography, & Remote Controlled Vehicles audiences, and more! Oh, and it’s always FREE! Audio/visual recording and/or photography of any portion of Miller Outdoor Theatre Seating presentations require the express written consent of the City of Houston. Launching, landing, or operating unmanned or remote controlled vehicles (such as drones, Tickets for evening performances are available online at milleroutdoortheatre.com quadcopters, etc.) within Miller Outdoor Theatre grounds— including the hill and beginning at 9 a.m. two days prior to the performance until noon on the day of plaza—is prohibited by park rules. performance. A limited number of tickets will be available at the Box Office 90 minutes before the performance. Accessibility Face coverings/masks are strongly encouraged for all attendees in the Look for and symbols indicating performances that are captioned for the covered seats and on the hill, unless eating or drinking, especially those hearing-impaired or audio described for the blind. Listening devices/headsets are who are not yet vaccinated. available at no cost at the Miller Security Desk ninety minutes prior to curtain time. Open seating on the hill. The left side of the hill is designated for lawn chairs and the A valid Texas Driver License or state-issued ID is required as a deposit. For information, right side for blankets. visit milleroutdoortheatre.com. There are easily accessible wheelchair spaces in the covered seating area. For information Policies may change at any time. Please visit milleroutdoortheatre.com for on these and other seating accommodations, call 832-487-7123 in advance. the most current information and updates to policies and protocols. Picnics A picnic on the hill is a tradition at Miller. Bring your own or purchase food and beverages from the Miller concession stand and help support the theatre: credit cards only. Go to milleroutdoortheatre.com for a complete menu.
Miller Outdoor Theatre’s season of free performances is sponsored in part by the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance and is produced by the Miller Theatre Advisory Board. Special thanks to the following for their generous support:
The Brown Foundation National Endowment for the Arts The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts Kathrine McGovern / McGovern Foundation George & Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation Texas Commission on the Arts Houston Endowment, Inc. The Wortham Foundation The Humphreys Foundation
Be in the know! Sign up for email updates on performances milleroutdoortheatre.com august september october november s m t w t f s s m t w t f s s m t w t f s s m t w t f s 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 Performance 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 dates in bold 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30 31 31 august August 14, 8:30 PM August 13, 8:30 PM DIAZ MUSIC INSTITUTE PRESENTS: SILAMBAM PRESENTS: Noche Caliente Sharing Stories – Indian Dance, Theatre, Oscar Hernàndez, Grammy Award-winning pianist and and Flamenco composer performs with Houston’s own Caliente! With cross-cultural conversations and collaborative storytelling, Sharing Stories incorporates Indian classical dance, flamenco, and theatre arts into a unique, family-friendly experience for diverse audiences.
August 20, 8:30 PM August 21, 8:30 PM INDIAN PERFORMING ARTS SAMSKRITI PRESENTS: CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE PRESENTS: Incredible India – Bhoomi! Fleetwood Mac: Rumours Framed by the portrayal of the five natural elements— CAL returns to the Miller stage to recreate one of the space, air, fire, water, and earth—this energetic performance best-selling albums of all time, Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours, depicts the evolution of humanity’s connection to these note for note, cut for cut! fundamental aspects of the earth’s existence.
August 28, 8:30 PM september LOS CHICOS DEL 512 September 3, 8:00 PM The Selena Experience ASIA SOCIETY PRESENTS: Relive the magic of Selena with this mind-blowing Electrifying India – A Night with Selena tribute! Abby V. and Karmagraphy Featuring both the illustrious music of Abby V. and spirited Bollywood dance by Karmagraphy, the evening promises to be a vibrant celebration of India—full of fun, excitement, and joy.
September 4, 8:00 PM September 10 & 11, 8:00 PM MERCURY CHAMBER ORCHESTRA PRESENTS: PRESENTS PROUD TINA: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons The Ultimate Tribute Experience the birdsong of Spring, the storms of Summer, to Tina Turner the harvest and hunt of Fall, and the icy cold of Winter with Get the electrifying concert experience of Tina Turner, this energetic and engaging performance. brimming with Tina hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s & 90s. Presented with support from Houston Southeast. September 15, 7:30 PM September 17, 8:00 PM El Grito At Miller DACAMERA PRESENTS: Celebrate Mexican Independence day with the stirring Pedrito Martinez Grito ceremony followed by a rousing performance that Master percussionist, singer, and irrepressible encompasses the colorful heritage and culture of Mexico. Latin Jazz bandleader, Pedrito Martinez and his group Featuring Cascada de Flores. Presented in partnership with are guaranteed to get the room moving! the Consulate General of Mexico in Houston.
September 18, 8:00 PM September 22, 11:00 AM THE HOUSTON JAZZ COLLECTIVE PRESENTS: YOUNG AUDIENCES OF HOUSTON PRESENTS: The Houston Jazz Festival Mr. Leopard Takes Mr. Hare for a Ride The union of two Master Artists form a powerful Featuring The Ensemble Theatre tribute to Jazz music and the American Experience. This is one of the many trickster tales from West African Featuring, Shelley Carrol and Mike Moreno and the folklore. Mr. Hare is a frequent figure in the Hausa culture artwork of Jack Whitten. of Niger and Nigeria and is the granddaddy of the American Brer Rabbit.
September 23, 11:00 AM September 24, 8:00 PM WINDSYNC PRESENTS: WINDSYNC PRESENTS: Tunes, Tales, and Tails Carnival of the Animals This interactive animal-themed program introduces A colorful evening featuring the five wind instruments of wind instruments in the orchestra and explores the the orchestra in collaboration with concert pianist and wild side of music. University of Houston faculty member Andrew Staupe with a brand-new reimagining of the Saint-Saëns classic Carnival of the Animals.
September 25, 8:00 PM September 29, 11:00 AM THE FOUNDATION FOR MODERN MUSIC PRESENTS: YOUNG AUDIENCES OF HOUSTON PRESENTS: Salsa Y Salud Danza Azteca Splendor! Texas’ biggest live Salsa and dance show! Come experience the world of Ancient Mexico in this Featuring international, regional, and local artists multi-disciplinary performance of traditional Aztec dancing, In an all original production! a form of dance that has been done in private rather than public for nearly 40 years in the United States. Featuring the Calmecac Indigenous Organization. Where Houston Takes Center Stage! #CelebrateMiller
october October 5–12, 11:00 AM ONLINE ONLY October 1, 7:30 PM HOUSTON GRAND OPERA PRESENTS: SOCIETY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS PRESENT: The Barber of Seville in Texas Nella This bilingual (Spanish and English) opera weaves As part of her international Voy tour, this Latin Grammy Texas history into the story of the Barber of Seville, award-winner will wow audiences with her unique flavor with two star-crossed lovers overcoming obstacles combining Venezuelan folklore roots and the music of the to be together. Andalusian region with contemporary flare.
October 7, 8 & 9, 7:00 PM October 12, 11:00 AM Festival Chicano YOUNG AUDIENCES OF HOUSTON PRESENTS: A celebration of Chicano music, from Tejano and Conjunto, The Story of the Lone Star State to Mariachi and Orchestra in one of the oldest ongoing with iAct Theatre cultural free events of its kind. This original production by Houston’s award-winning iAct Houston takes a bite out of Texas history.
October 14, 11:00 AM October 15, 7:30 PM YOUNG AUDIENCES OF HOUSTON PRESENTS: Tuba Skinny The Essence of Mexico with Mixteco Formed in 2009, this ensemble brings traditional New Ballet Folklorico Orleans sound to audiences around the world with a wide Travel south of the border with Mixteco Ballet Folklórico! The range of influences such as Depression-era blues, ragtime, group presents dances from the Northern state of Nuevo Leon, spirituals, and traditional jazz. which were first brought to Mexico from European countries such as Germany, Austria, Poland and Czechoslovakia.
October 16, 7:30 PM October 18,19 11:00 AM INSTITUTE OF HISPANIC CULTURE OF HOUSTON PRESENTS: PANTO USA PRESENTS: Dia de la Hispanidad Cinderella Come celebrate the 37th annual Day of the Hispanic World A slice of amazing Panto Company USA fun, full of original featuring Jorge Luis Chacin, a three time Latin Grammy modern songs, bursting with more hilarity than you can Award Nominee. imagine and, of course, a happy ending. Where Houston Takes Center Stage! #CelebrateMiller
October 20, 11:00 AM October 23, 7:30 PM EXPRESS KIDS PRESENTS: Rhyme & Reason DANCE OF ASIAN AMERICA PRESENTS: Music, dance and performance poetry presenting Asia To The World Black History from ancient Africa to today. Time to explore a world of dance! Surround your senses with amazing cultures, mesmerizing music and sensational costumes and movements. This performance is fun and exciting for the whole family.
October 30, 7:30 PM november FLAS PRESENTS: November 6, 7:00 PM Calavera con Calavera TEXAS FOLKLIFE PRESENTS: It’s the Day of the Dead and the Burgos family are The Accordion Kings & Queens gathering to celebrate with traditional music, dances, and la Catrina. With English subtitles. Come out for an evening roots music under the stars, and celebrate the 32nd annual production featuring the best of Texas accordion music! Jeff GrassJeff Photography November 12, 7:00 PM Doctor Nativo One of Central America’s most exciting new talents, with a propulsive sound combining reggae, cumbia, hip hop and pre-Colombian instruments.
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