“I am especially proud to uplift what she has meant to Black girls and women for generations,” says Stages artistic director Kenn McLaughlin, “and to do so in partnership with the Houston Ballet is thrilling.” Also on the calendar: Roe (Jan 20–March 5, 2023), exploring the human stories behind the Roe v. Mouton (who also wrote the book) and featuring dancers from the Houston Ballet and original choreography by that company’s artistic director, Stanton Welch, tells the story of Anderson's rise and her triumph in accepting her authentic self. This world premiere, with music by Jasmine Barnes and lyrics by Deborah D.E.E.P. It’s as much a celebration of Houston as it is of Anderson herself, who is the first dancer of color to achieve principal status with the Houston Ballet. The third show in the season spotlights ballet dancer Lauren Anderson, whose trailblazing story is the subject of Plumshuga (Oct 7–Nov 13). Stages’ 2022–23 season brings a variety of voices to the stage. “We are excited to welcome back the majority of the original cast, made up of Houstonians, from the opera’s world premiere.” “Our goal at HGO is to share operas that mirror the lives of our diverse population,” Dastoor explains of El Milagro. Khori Dastoor, HGO’s newly appointed general director and CEO, calls it “an absolute must-see.” The company will also present a return staging of El Milagro del Recuerdo, a mariachi opera (Dec 8–18) that tells a story about family and faith. Among its 2022–23 selections is The Wreckers (Oct 28–Nov 11), in the first-ever full staging of this opera by Dame Ethel Smyth. HGO has long been a leader in launching new productions (more t han 70 and counting) and offering new interpretations of canonical favorites. For Christmas Carol purists, Melrose offers a new staging of the classic (Nov 18–Dec 30), which, he says, incorporates the “witty narration of Dickens’s original novella and is full of traditional Christmas carols in beautiful a cappella arrangements.” Powerful Protagonists Houston Grand Opera Workshopped at the Alley, it’s set in a Texas burger joint, featuring Alley favorite Briana Resa as the Scrooge-like main character who is too busy for Christmas. The company’s holiday lineup includes Isaac Gómez’s What-A-Christmas (Dec 2–24), a modern retelling of A Christmas Carol. Several shows in its season lineup explore those ideas, including Cambodian Rock Band (Jan 20–Feb 12, 2023), which Melrose calls “a touching and funny father-daughter story that leads to a gripping investigation into Cambodia’s past that hits you in the gut,” and Torera (May 12–June 4, 2023), about a young girl in the Yucatán who dreams of becoming a bullfighter. One of the country’s most-respected theatrical organizations, the Alley has dedicated itself to presenting stories that reflect the rich diversity of our city. Forget That Study-Houston Is a Live Music MeccaĪlley Theatre artistic director Rob Melrose promises “joy, adventure, and the hero’s (or often, heroine’s) journey” this season.5 Houston Bands You Need to Know About in 2022.Erica Lall Has Taken the Dance World by Storm.5 Women Changing Houston’s Art Scene From the Top.These Galleries May Be the Menil Collection’s Most Significant Asset.The Ultimate Guide to Houston's Arts and Entertainment Scene This Fall.For lovers of the arts, it promises a season of surprises, new works, and new voices.
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