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APR 23, 2015

Casablanca

when:
Apr 23
where:
Market Square Park
Forget about trekking to the ‘burbs for your Alamo Drafthouse fix and head Downtown instead! Join Market Square Park for a film under the stars as the Rolling Roadshow presents the 1940’s classic, Casablanca, which tells the story of former freedom fighter, Rick Blaine, who owns a nightclub and one day, to his great surprise, is approached by the famed rebel, Victor Laszlo and his wife Ilsa, who just so happens to be Rick’s one true love who deserted him during the war. Relive the classic American romance film tonight at 8:00 pm!

Fun on the Green

Apr 23-24/GreenStreet

Games on the Green
Head to GreenStreet and kick back for some after-work fun today, April 23rd as they host Games on the Green from 5-8pm. The open-air green space will be transformed into an outdoor playing field filled with everything from giant Jenga to bocce ball, to live music by Dave Kerly and more. Lucky Strike will also have an interactive booth on The Lawn featuring games, giveaways and prizes, and McCormick and Schmick’s will have extended happy hour until 8 pm.
 
Friday Flick (8 pm)
Spread out a blanket or pull up a seat on the patio and cheer on the Barden Bellas as they compete against other colleges at the A Cappella National Championship in the film, Pitch Perfect. Complimentary popcorn, snacks and beverages will be provided courtesy of ZipCar. PupSquad will also be on-hand with their furry little friends who are in search of their forever home! Movie starts at 8 pm.

Spring Showcase

Apr 24-25/Wortham Theater Center

Houston Ballet Academy’s annual Spring Showcase returns to the Wortham Theater Center this weekend as gifted young artists from every level of the Houston Ballet Academy dance pieces choreographed by Artistic Director, Stanton Welch. Don’t miss the ballet’s stars of tomorrow as they perform scenes from both well-known ballets and new works created especially for them; all the while, displaying a multitude of talents!

Orange Route

Apr 24-26/Downtown Houston

The Downtown District, Houston First and BG group, invite the public to take advantage of Greenlink's special Orange Route this weekend during the Lone Star Regional Volleyball Championships taking place at the George R. Brown. In addition to its normal daily hours, the Greenlink (Orange Route) will run extended hours as shown below. It connects the Convention Center and Discovery Green to other popular areas in downtown such as Minute Maid Park, the Historic District, Theater District, Main Street Square and GreenStreet. And don't forget it's free!
 
Friday, April 24 — 6:30 pm- 11 pm
Saturday, April 25 — 7:30 am- 11 pm
Sunday, April 26 — 7:30 am- 4 pm

Bayou Bash

Apr 25/Sabine Promenade

This year’s Bayou Bash is bigger and better than ever! Join the Buffalo Bayou Buddies this Saturday, April 25th from 1-4 pm at Downtown’s Sabine Promenade and enjoy an afternoon of live music by Campfire Soul and havoc wagon, crawfish, tamales from Texas Tamale Company, pontoon boat rides, kayak rides by Bayou City Adventures, SUP yoga demos by BIG Power Yoga, lawn games and PoolKicks, and libations provided by Saint Arnold Brewing Company, Bayou Rum and Cayman Jack!
 
Guests will also have a chance to bid on silent auction items which include local dining and cultural experiences, wine and whiskey tastings, United Airlines tickets, and more.

Forever Orange

Apr 25/BBVA Compass Stadium

The Houston Dynamo return to BBVA Compass Stadium this Saturday to take on Sporting Kansas City. Don’t miss out on the post-game Guns and Hoses match when the Houston Fire Department takes on Houston Police Department in a friendly competition. Special Bud Light Beer Garden packages include a ticket to the game, two drink tickets and Dynamo bottle opener sunglasses for just $34! Secure your seats today!

Scavenger Hunt

Apr 25/Heritage Society

This Saturday, Houston history buffs are invited to compete in The Heritage Society’s Annual Scavenger Hunt where they will be challenged to decipher a set of clues, use the answers to find a variety of historic objects and snap a picture of each to complete the hunt. In the search to find each item, participants will venture across Sam Houston Park, inside some of Houston’s oldest historic structures and through the city’s intriguing past, vying for the chance to win general admission passes to Free Press Summer Fest! 

Houston Grand Crit & Fun Run

May 3/Allen Parkway

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Houston Grand Crit, the popular fast-paced Downtown bike race hosted by Bike Barn and Tile Roofs of Texas. This event, being held on Sunday, May 3rd, will feature multiple races open to both enthusiasts and professionals across several skill categories. And this year, to help celebrate a decade of Crit racing along Allen Parkway, there will be a new Taco Fun Run at 7am to help kick off the day! For only $25, participants can enjoy the Fun Run, a t-shirt, breakfast tacos and the best bike racing in Houston! Don't miss out, register today!

Now Open

Houston Watch Company
913 Franklin
Downtown’s newest bar, Houston Watch Company, is located in the lobby of the Bayou Lofts on Franklin St. and gets its name from the former timepiece company that occupied the space over 100 years ago. From its name to its drinks, Houston Watch Company is the essence of old-school. We suggest trying one of their 4 different versions of an old fashioned or the strawberry shrub cocktail made with fresh fruit! They also have a variety of both draft and bottled beers.
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Live Music Scene

Apr 23 Ishi at The Nightingale Room
Apr 23 Reverend Horton Heat, Loumuzik at House of Blues
Apr 23 Dave Kerly at GreenStreet
Apr 23 David Caceres Quartet, Bobby Lyle Trio ft. Patrick Williams & Brennen Nase at Discovery Green
Apr 23 JDave Wrangler, Kelly Doyle Trio at MKT Bar
Apr 24 FLCON FCKER + FRNDS at MKT Bar
Apr 24 Bottom Dollar String Band at Last Concert Cafe
Apr 25 Matt & Kim at House of Blues
Apr 26 The Kooks at House of Blues
Apr 26 Thomas Helton Trio at MKT Bar
Apr 26 Miguel Dakota and The Differents at Last Concert Cafe
Apr 27 All Time Low at House of Blues
Apr 28 Vance Joy at House of Blues
Apr 28 NEEDTOBREATHE at Bayou Music Center
Apr 28 Nick Gaitan at MKT Bar
Apr 29 The Who at Toyota Center
Apr 29 Falling In Reverse at House of Blues

Theater & The Performing Arts

Apr 23-25 The Hunchback Variations at The Catastrophic Theatre
Apr 24 Kneehigh’s Tristan & Yseult at Wortham Theatre (U of H)
Apr 24-25 Tonal Impact with NobleMotion Dance at Hobby Center
Apr 24-25 Houston Ballet Spring Showcase at Wortham Theater Center
Apr 24-26 A Tribute to Marvin Hamlisch at Jones Hall
Apr 24-26 Jesus Christ Superstar at The Kaleidoscope
Apr 24, 26, 29 Sweeny Todd at Wortham Theater Center
Apr 25 Die Walküre at Wortham Theater Center
Apr 25 School House Rock at Jones Hall

H-Town Sports

Apr 25 Dynamo vs. Sporting Kansas at BBVA Compass Stadium
Apr 25 Houston Roller Derby at Bayou Music Center
Apr 28 Possible Game 5 Rockets vs. Dallas Mavericks at Toyota Center

Now Playing at Sundance Cinemas

Apr 26 - Apr 29

Dior and I
Ex Machina
Gett: Trial of Vivian Ansalem
The Age of Adaline
The Water Diviner
True Story
Wild Tales
Woman In Gold

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