HBCU Arts

04/27/2026

🚀 The final chapter of American Story begins…

As humanity once again turns its gaze toward the Moon, VENTURE explores the enduring drive for discovery and the untold stories that make it possible. Rooted in the ideals of American democracy — innovation, collaboration, and the free exchange of ideas — this season finale centers not only on missions, but on the individuals whose voices and resilience shape the course of exploration.

At the heart of the evening is the world premiere of Hidden Figures: Shared Orbit, a staged concert work by composers Mark Buller and John Cornelius, developed with research and historical insight from Space Historian Jennifer Ross-Nazzal.

Through music and storytelling, the work brings to life Miguel Hernandez, a Cuban immigrant in NASA’s Mission Control, and Shirley K. Price, a pioneering Black and disabled leader who expanded access and opportunity within the agency.

Set within Houston’s identity as a global hub of innovation, VENTURE traces a continuum from Apollo 13 to today’s lunar missions — revealing how progress depends on many voices working together.

🌟 Featured Guests

Composers
Mark Buller
John Cornelius

Conception
Matthew J. Detrick

Featured Guests
Iván Moreno, tenor
Jolie Rocke, soprano
Shirley K. Price, Ed.D.
Equal Opportunity Specialist, NASA
TSU Adjunct Professor
Marlo Saucedo, Graphic Artist

Guest Lecturer / Researcher
Jennifer Ross-Nazzal, PhD
Space Content Research Manager, Space Center Houston
NASA Johnson Space Center Historian (2004–2022)

✨ Be part of the finale. Purchase tickets: https://apollocp.org/ACTX_Venture

04/21/2026

Here is your chance to join us for the Martha’s Vineyard HBCU Arts Week…

04/08/2026

Join us for the Season Finale of American Story with VENTURE 🚀

Featuring guest artists Mark Buller, John Cornelius, and Jennifer Ross-Nazzal, Space Content Research Manager at Space Center Houston and former NASA Johnson Space Center Historian.

As humanity prepares for Artemis II, VENTURE explores the enduring drive for discovery and the untold voices behind it, rooted in innovation, collaboration, and the free exchange of ideas.

The world premiere of Hidden Figures: Shared Orbit, developed with Ross-Nazzal, brings to life the stories of Miguel Hernandez and Shirley K. Price, whose contributions helped shape NASA and expand opportunity for future generations.

The program also features Ludwig van Beethoven’s String Quartet in C Major, Op. 59, No. 3, Finale, Reena Esmail’s Zehar (Poison), and Arthur Gottschalk’s Imágenes de Cuba, reflecting themes of resilience, identity, and transformation.

From Apollo 13 to Artemis II, VENTURE reveals how progress is built through collective voices and shared vision.

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02/05/2026

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We're looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our Houston Symphony team!

Current openings include:
- Special Events and League Liaison Officer
- Director of Orchestra Personnel
- Stage Manager
- Community Embedded Musician - Teaching Artist
- Patron Services Representative

🔗 Learn about these opportunities and apply at the link! https://bit.ly/3lwsJzY

12/30/2025

The Prairie View A&M Foundation (PVAMF) is a public non-profit organization dedicated to securing and stewarding gifts and grants that benefit Prairie View A&M University.

12/17/2025

12/06/2025

Celebrating Black artistry means celebrating voices like hers.

We’re honored to have Ki’Ora Michelle join Evening of Elegance, bringing a performance full of soul, clarity, and intention.✨

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12/06/2025

12/06/2025

Click to explore this unforgettable event bringing Houston’s finest performers together for one elegant night.

11/16/2025

Zeffy

11/16/2025

Get your tickets for Dec 6, 2025…https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2025-evenng-of-elegance The Anderson Center for the Arts Houston Rocke Vocal Studio