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Best Shows in May 2025

The Wiz at Sarofim Hall

The Wiz

The seven-time Tony-winning hit, "The Wiz," is back with a brand new Pre-Broadway tour the first in 40 years! The soul, gospel, funk, and R&B-fused reimagining of Frank L. Baum's "The Wizard of Oz" will be taking to the road in a brand new production directed by Schele Williams, presenting William F. Brown and Charlie Smalls' vibrant musical for the 21st century. With additional material by Amber Ruffin and choreography by Jaquel Knight, join Dorothy, Toto, Tinman, Scarecrow, and Lion as they boogie down the Yellow Brick Road in search of heart, knowledge, courage, and home!

May 1 - 4, 2025

Sarofim Hall

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In The Heights at Sarofim Hall

In The Heights

Before Hamilton took over the world there was In the Heights! Lin-Manuel Miranda's exuberant portrait of Manhattan's Latino community on the island's Washington Heights was a sensational blockbuster show in its own right, picking up four Tony Awards and earning Miranda his first nomination for the Pulitzer Prize.

May 20 - 31, 2025

Sarofim Hall

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Houston Grand Opera - Breaking the Waves at Brown Theater

Houston Grand Opera - Breaking the Waves

Missy Mazzoli and Royce Vavrek's daringly dark, award winning modern masterpiece Breaking The Waves comes to Houston Grand Opera for the first time, featuring a cast of some of Houston's best loved performers; soprano Lauren Snouffer and bass-baritone Ryan Mckinney. Conducted by Patrick Summers, see why this modern opera is rightly viewed as one of the best works of the 21st century.

May 2 - 4, 2025

Brown Theater

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Houston Grand Opera - Tannhauser at Brown Theater

Houston Grand Opera - Tannhauser

Damnation awaits those who have enjoyed the pleasures of Venus, none more so than Tannhauser, the court minstrel who lives in the Venusberg- the home of the legendary deity, and pledges his love to her. But when his desires are satiated and he begs to leave, his hostess turns sour and curses his name. Once freed and able to live the simple life he craves, he realizes that the mark of Venus does not easily wash away.

May 3 - 11, 2025

Brown Theater

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Megan Moroney at 713 Music Hall

Megan Moroney

'Professional Emo Cowgirl' Megan Moroney is the next big thing in country music, and this is your chance to catch her as she hits the road again on a brand new tour! Hailing from Savannah, Georgia, and now living in Nashville, Moroney's career has skyrocketed, with two tours in 2023, one in 2024, and now her 'Am I Okay?' tour coming to you in 2025 to celebrate her new album!

Amor Towles at Jones Hall for the Performing Arts

Amor Towles

Join Amor Towles this fall for a sit down with his new book, Table for Two. The New York Times bestseller's latest offering instantly hit the top spot, becoming the fourth to make such an impression. The publication is a collection of short stories, each of which is set in New York with some grounding in truth, coming from the author's lived experiences, and perhaps a revisiting of a previous novel. Join the Towles for an exciting evening of conversation and stories.

Houston Symphony - Stayin Alive at Jones Hall for the Performing Arts

Houston Symphony - Stayin Alive

The spirit of immortal disco legends the Bee Gees lives on in Houston with this special concert celebrating the 70s icons! Joined by world-famous vocal group Rajaton, Houston Symphony Orchestra will get you dancing like disco never died. With Rajaton's smooth harmonies and glorious falsettos emulating the great Barry Gibb in his prime, don't miss out on this magical performance at Jones Hall!

Allison Russell at The Heights Theater

Allison Russell

The self-taught singer, songwriter, poet, activist, and multi-instrumentalist has redefined 21st-century artistry and is a force to be reckoned with. Two solo albums and three Grammy Award nominations later and Alison is back, channeling the rhythm-first, improvisational energy of great female artists everywhere! Not only has Alison carved a legacy for herself in the music industry through soul-stirring music, but she has also used her platform to elevate, educate, and inspire.

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