Hobby Center

06/12/2026

Summer sips at the Hobby Center with our sponsor Hampton Water Rosé! Tonight we will toasting with Rose Cosmos in the Founders Club for “Havana Grooves” and the end of another season of unforgettable live music in the Founders Club.

Rose Cosmo

1.5 oz Hampton Water Rosé
0.5 oz Vodka
0.5 oz Grand Marnier
0.5 oz Fresh Lime Juice
0.5 oz Agave Nectar

Combine all ingredients in a shaker. Shake and strain into a glass.

06/11/2026

Word around the manor is that the World Cup is in town. But no mystery to solve for accessing Boddy Manor (aka the Hobby Center) this weekend. It’s Mr. Green in his car in the Hobby Center Parking garage (via Rusk or Walker Street), Professor Plum in a LYFT on Walker Street, Miss Scarlett at valet (via Bagby Street). There are no anticipated street closures related to the World Cup around the theater. As always, we recommend you plan ahead and add any necessary travel time for Houston traffic!

06/09/2026

The game has officially begun! Clue on Tour opens tonight with this cast of kooky characters. Who is your favorite?!

Photos by Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade

06/09/2026

ICYMI…here is your Tony Awards recap!

The 79th Annual Tony Awards high-kicked its way into Radio City Music Hall on June 7, with Schmigadoon! winning Best Musical and Liberation securing …

06/08/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED! Little Big Town is bringing the For The Art Of It Tour here on October 30! Tickets on sale Friday, June 12th local.

06/07/2026

The big night is here!! Who is tuning in with us and what part of the show are you most excited to see?

We are one day away from Broadway's biggest night!

Tune in to the 79th Annual Tony Awards Sunday June 7th, 8/7c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.

Preceded by Act One, 6:35pm ET on Pluto TV.

06/07/2026

Tuning in to the Tony Awards tomorrow?!

From where to watch, to nominees, to performances, here's everything you need to know about Broadway's biggest night:

It's that time of year! Broadway's biggest night is upon us, with the 2026 Tony Awards poised to honor the greatest Broadway shows, performers and crea…

06/05/2026

The game is about to begin! Who is ready for laughter, mayhem and nights full of twists and turns with Clue on Tour?! Next week only!

Tickets at https://www.thehobbycenter.org/events/clue/

06/03/2026

JUST ANNOUNCED! ❤️ Sara Bareilles is bringing The Good Grief Tour here on October 7. Tickets on sale Wednesday, June 10th @ 10AM local.

Don't miss our presale offer on Tuesday June 9th by signing up for our Hobby Center email list here: https://www.thehobbycenter.org/news/stay-connected/

06/02/2026

Same stage...different kind of star. Three of Houston's Michelin-stared chefs —Emmanuel Chavez (Tatemó), Felipe Riccio (March), and Mayank Istwal (Musaafer)—join Chris Shepherd for another night of conversation in our "Breaking Bread" series - Friday night only. It’s a rare behind-the-scenes look at success, pressure, creativity, and what it takes to build something that lasts.

Every seat is currently taken but you can join the waiting list now: https://my.thehobbycenter.org/7977/7982

And stay tuned here for future Breaking Bread announcements!

06/01/2026

A little something for your summer road trip/poolside/workout/chill/"Broadway music is good for any occasion" playlist! Preview the music of the 2026-2027 Beyond Broadway season here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6j7PClExiirU1D0yNItrk3.

Don't miss Tituss Burgess, Audra McDonald and Norbert Leo Butz at the Hobby Center next season. Season packages on sale now at TheHobbyCenter.org/BeyondBroadway.

05/31/2026

Jeff Dunham Artifical Intelligence - two nights only June 5 and 6! Tickets at TheHobbyCenter.org.

05/30/2026

Mark your calendar for an epic night of Broadway celebrations!

The 79th Annual Tony Awards, presented by the American Theatre Wing and the Broadway League, will air LIVE on Sunday, June 7, 2026 from the legendary Radio City Music Hall in New York City.

Hosted by music superstar and global icon P!NK, The Tony Awards will broadcast LIVE on CBS and stream on Paramount+

Tune in and be part of the magic and excitement that is Broadway across the country!

A full list of this year’s Nominees and Honors: https://www.tonyawards.com/news/2026-tony-award-nominations-announced/

05/21/2026

Hey, Houston! Our new 2026-2027 Houston Is Inspired series is built for you, with bold performances by Houston artists. Experience music, dance, storytelling, and contemporary performances, offering you a deeper connection to our city and its creative community.

Three-show packages start at just $49. Single tickets are also on sale now!

https://www.thehobbycenter.org/houston-is-inspired-2026-2027-series/

05/13/2026

You might know him as the high-energy, standing cellist with The Avett Brothers, but Joe Kwon’s story runs way deeper than the stage. Outside of music, he’s a serious foodie, photographer, and community advocate.

Saturday night he sits down with Houston's own iconic chef Chris Shepherd to break bread in our Founders Club and tell his story.

Grab your seat at the table: https://www.thehobbycenter.org/events/breaking-bread-a-conversation-hosted-by-chris-shepherd-with-joe-kwon/

05/08/2026

What a night! Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Raise the Curtain Gala on Saturday. It meant a lot to share it with you!

Led by Chairs Mady Kades and Ken Kades, with Honorary Chair Margaret Alkek Williams, we celebrated Board Chair Rob Doty and a chapter of leadership that helped shape who we are today and where we’re headed next. Special thanks to presenting sponsor ExxonMobil for their leadership support!

The evening had its share of unforgettable moments. From the thrill of stepping onto the stage at Sarofim Hall to an intimate, joy-filled performance by Tony Award-winner Darren Criss.

The night raised more than $820,000 to support our education programs that bring tens of thousands of students into the theater each year, many for the first time.

We’re especially grateful to announce a transformative $5 million gift from the Ken and Mady Kades Foundation, which will support new initiatives and improvements across the Hobby Center campus.

If you were there, we’d love to hear from you. What was your favorite part of the night?

Shelby Hodge at PaperCity Magazine captured the magic...

Broadway brilliance resounded through Houston's Hobby Center for the Performing Arts on a remarkable gala evening that unfolded on the Sarofim Stage. That

05/07/2026

Good food and great conversation, what more could you ask for in a night out?

Chris Shepherd shares more about our new Breaking Bread series with Houston Public Media, including the next event with the Avett Brothers cellist, Joe Kwon on May 16.

Houston chef Chris Shepherd is a James Beard Award-winner, host of the popular show “Eat Like A Local,” entrepreneur, author, and founder of the Southern Smo...

05/04/2026

In the words of these two incredible Broadway artists, a brand new "epic" setlist awaits you in "& Broadway." This Thursday and Friday only! Limited seating remains. Don't miss your chance to see Teal Wicks and Steven Jamail live at the Founders Club.

Tickets at https://www.thehobbycenter.org/events/broadway/

05/01/2026

A grand finale to another season of our "Houston is Inspired" series TONIGHT with Silambam Houston!

1 like. "Silambam Houston highlights the beauty of Indian classical dance at the Hobby Center"

04/24/2026

Beyond Broadway Artist Spotlight - Norbert Leo Butz

With a storied three decade career on the boards of Broadway, you know Mr. Butz has some stories to tell and amazing songs to sing! He will share it all with Houston audiences...from his humble beginning as the 7th of 11 children (his first bed was a drawer!) to being one of only 9 actors to win a Tony Award twice for Best Actor in a Broadway Musical.

He was the original Fiyero on Broadway and appeared in other audience favorites like My Fair Lady, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and Catch Me If You Can.

A night of unmistakable Broadway charm awaits you on March 20, 2027!

Guarantee your seat now by purchasing a Beyond Broadway subscription at TheHobbyCenter.org.

04/23/2026

Beyond Broadway Artist Spotlight - Audra McDonald

She is in a league all her own and is coming to our stage for ONE NIGHT ONLY January 16!

Audra McDonald is a six-time Tony Award winner...that's more than any other actor ever and is the only performer to win in all four acting categories!

She most recently headlined a new Broadway revival of Gypsy and has starred in
The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess, Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill and Carousel...just to name a few.

It’s her first performance at the Hobby Center and she is bringing her incredible music director, Andy Einhorn – a native Houstonian to join her!

Guarantee your seat now by purchasing a Beyond Broadway subscription at TheHobbyCenter.org.

04/22/2026

Beyond Broadway Artist Spotlight - Tituss Burgess

Boundless energy, showstopping vocals and serious comedy chops, Burgess opens our new season of Beyond Broadway October 24th.

Whether you know him from “The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,” Season 2 of “Schmigadoon,” or one of his many star turns on Broadway (Oh, Mary!, Moulin Rouge, Guys and Dolls, The Little Mermaid, Jersey Boys), you know that Burgess is one of the entertainment industry’s most versatile and dynamic performers.

Expect to hear the Broadway classics you know and love PLUS modern Musical Theatre hits!

Don't wait - guarantee your seat NOW as a series subscriber to Beyond Broadway at TheHobbyCenter.org!

04/20/2026

She came knowing the story. She left feeling it.

After reading The Great Gatsby in class, seeing it on stage at our student matinee powerful emotions. This special performance was offered free to local high school students thanks to our partnership with Broadway Across America. Free student performances like these have become a hallmark of our education program.

Her final words? Thank you for letting me experience this.

04/14/2026

Announcing the 2026-2027 season of Beyond Broadway, featuring stories and songs from your favorite stars!

Tituss Burgess in Concert, Oct. 24, 2026 – An unforgettable night of big laughs, powerhouse vocals, and show-stopping energy with Tituss Burgess. Celebrated star of Broadway known for starring roles in Guys & Dolls, The Little Mermaid, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, and Oh, Mary!

An Evening with Audra McDonald, Jan. 16, 2027 – For one night only, the stage belongs to Audra McDonald, six-time Tony Award winner and a defining voice of Broadway. Audra has won more Tony Awards than any other actor ever (and has more nominations, and is the only performer to win in all four acting categories).

Broadway, My Way with Norbert Leo Butz, March 20, 2027 – A night of iconic roles, showstopping songs, and unmistakable Broadway charm with Norbert Leo Butz. Two-time Tony Award winner, known for Wicked, The Last 5 Years, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, and Catch Me If You Can.

3-show packages start at $89 and are on sale now. Don’t miss your chance to see these big Broadway stars up close and personal!

www.thehobbycenter.org/BeyondBroadway

04/13/2026

She's currently lighting up the stage in Broadway's THE GREAT GATSBY but for one night only this Friday the light shines on Eva Noblezada on our stage in Zilkha Hall.

Closing out another starry season of our Beyond Broadway series, Eva brings a set list full of class, quirkiness and heartbreak as she takes you on her personal journey of discovering a deep love for music and theatre.

VERY LIMITED seating remains at: https://www.thehobbycenter.org/events/eva-noblezada-in-concert/