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::Touring Taste of Dance Salad Film at MFA:: Ok, so you're perplexed on what to watch now that Dancing With the Stars and So You Think You Can Dance have both finished their seasons. We feel your pain. I mean, how else are you supposed to practice your movers for the company holiday party? Well, dance friends, you are in luck. If you missed the 2007 Dance Salad Festival, catch a special (read: free) screening...

It’s a slow week. So slow in fact, that the big release of the day just might be the Spice Girls' Greatest Hits CD. We'll be rooting for Scary Spice on Dancing with the Stars tonight, but we've decided to highlight some other musical imports for now. Might we suggest the perfect holiday gift for the music nerd in your life? The Brit Box: U.K. Indie, Shoegaze, and Brit Pop Gems of the Last Millennium...

Into art? How about dance? You like music? Theater? Have a thing for opera? Or maybe you just (pretend to) like “culture” in general to seem smart and hip and urban? Want to impress a date while not knowing a damn thing about the previously mentioned subjects? Boy, does Houstonist have a shindig for you. Tonight brings us Culture Collision II, hosted by a fleet of Museum and Theatre District young professionals' groups, including the...

Houston's Theater District is having an Open House this Sunday, August 26th from noon to 5PM, while also hosting Taste of Downtown, meaning there's lots to sample for free, free, free! Besides about 40 million performances, there will also be backstage tours, sneak previews of the 2007-2008 Theater District seasons, Q&A's with performers, activities for the kids such as costume trunks and an instrument petting zoo, free refreshments, season ticket information booths and lots...

So maybe you’re the kind of person who has Adidas wet dreams and buys $500 pristine condish sneakers to put on display. We are so down with that, although admittedly slightly ashamed of the scuffed up All Stars currently ‘showcased’ on our feet.

The road to 3,000 hits the Bayou City starting today with a four-game set against the Colorado Rockies. And Craig Biggio is salivating at the opportunity to make history at home. Against the Rockies, Biggio owns a .347 average, the best of any opponent. On Tuesday against the Milwaukee Brewers, Biggio recorded career hit 2,997 against Claudio Vargas in the third inning; a single to left field. Biggio Fact of the Day: In 1987,...

Here are some recently announced concerts. Tickets will go on sale this weekend: The Format (7/18 @ Meridian) Marilyn Manson/Slayer (8/31 @ Reliant Arena) The Killers (9/15 @ Reliant Arena) – win tickets from us in advance! This week, we think the show to see is The Hold Steady at Walter’s on Thursday night. Sure, their new stuff resembles some of early Springsteen’s best work, but it’s damn good. Legendary Scottish folk singer (you...

The nicer the weather gets, the busier we get across the Ist-A-Verse. But we like being busy. Here's a peek at what we've been up to since last week! Chicagoist had an interview with Audrey Niffenegger, whose popular book, The Time Traveler's Wife, was based in their fine city. They also had a heated discussion about Rush Limbaugh's controversial Barack Obama parody, talked about whether Uncle Julio's Hacienda is a good place to get...

Many of Houston's top theaters and arts venues have announced their 2007-2008 season schedules, and if you get your tix now, you not only get better seats and better prices (5-20% discounts), you get something to look forward to after the summer's imminent heat wave. Each venue offers different deals and packages; follow the links to get the full scoop. The Society for the Performing Arts Highlights: Lily Tomlin, David Sedaris, the Shaolin Warriors,...

Ah ... Spring is in the air. With spring comes festival season! The International Festival begins its two-weekend stint on Saturday, bringing a wide range of musicians. This weekend, George Clinton headlines, but you can also catch Ruthie Foster, Grupo Fantasma, and more. Another annual tradition (well, a 14 year tradition) is Buzzfest sponsored by 94.5 KTBZ. This year's line-up for the rock station (notice that we didn't say "alternative?" -- there's a reason...

If you've ever wondered what you could do to really make a lasting impression on Houston, have we got a deal for you: For $1,500, your name could be inscribed on the sidewalk alongside the soon-to-be-spiffy Kirby Drive. The sale of the 18-by-18-inch pavers will help fund the Kirby Coalition and Upper Kirby District's upgrade project for the street, which is being (or is planned to be, anyway) carried out at the same time as...

San Diego-based band Augustana released their debut album All the Stars and Boulevards in the summer of 2005. Finally, almost two years later, the album has taken off and has reached the upper half of the Billboard album charts, thanks to radio embracing the single “Boston.” We recently spoke to Jared Palomar (bass, vocals) of Augustana, as they get ready for their headlining show this Saturday night at the Meridian. We first caught you last...

If you're still upset about Felicia's uncalled-for elimination from America's Next Top Model this week, have no fear. Houstonians are making their mark on reality shows all over the tube. Check it: Grease: You're the One That I Want: Alvin native Austin Miller might be Houston's best bet since Chloe Dao. Austin is one of two potential Dannys (Dannies?) left on the show. With extensive vocal, dancing, and acting training and experience, he was considered...

TUTS Apprentice Conservatory Training holds Auditions for Teens Got teens? Then you probably got drama, too. Put that pouty, self-absorbed, emotional crap to good use: the THEE-ata! Houston's Theater Under the Stars' Humphreys School of Musical Theatre announces its fourth annual ACT@TUTS (Apprentice Conservatory Training at Theatre Under The Stars). The program will hold open auditions for The Stephen Schwartz Project, a new musical revue featuring songs by the award-winning Broadway composer and lyricist...

Is there a greater partnership in Houston than Theatre Under the Stars and the Hobby Center? The Hobby Center is the ideal venue in every way, and TUTS, since its founding in 1968, has produced more than 275 spectacular musicals -- with Seven Brides for Seven Brothers being no exception. An outrageously talented cast, genius choreography, beautiful scenery, and delightful music come together to make this show one not to be missed. Seven Brides...

Houston Contestant Competes in Telemundo Reality Series

Before Midtown became a buzz word and velvet ropes infiltrated the area, Leon's Lounge was serving beer and booze in the soft glow of chandeliers. In fact, word on the street is that it's 1953 establishment date makes it one of the oldest watering holes in town, second to La Carafe. The location can't be beat for convenience. Situated just outside of downtown at McGowen and Main Street, Leon's is spitting distance from the McGowen...

It's too late to vote in last week's election. But if you're still jonesing to vote, you can cast your ballot in the "Dancing with ABC13" contest. If you missed it, last week five Channel 13 anchors (Marvin Zindler included) took to the dance floor in their own version of "Dancing with the Stars." The newscasters spent three and a half weeks training with dancing professionals for the competition. The videos are posted on the...

Aaaah, August. Melting concrete. Steaming bayous. It’s hot as Houston. But the days are getting shorter and before you know it, the kiddies will be back in school, we’ll be “falling back” and the nuclear temperatures will turn to chilly. Don’t drag your turtlenecks and overcoats out yet, we still have five weeks 'til Labor Day. To help you make the most of the dwindling days, your friendly Houstonist came up with a short...

If you're a fan of the Ultimate Fighting Championship Series or are bored with the non-contact drills at Texans' Training camp, you may want to head downtown to The Meridian Event Center for Raw Uncut Fights.

Houstonist knows what you're thinking. It involves the word "redneck" and possibly something about glittery cowboy hats, line dancing, and lyrics about dead dogs/trucks/relationships. And, dear reader, you may be right. But if you stop looking there, you're bound to miss some of the most original artists on the market today. Not all the women look like Xtina, and you might not want to talk politics with Toby Keith (he's actually a democrat!), but...

Tuesday Brother and sister act Trish and Darin reunite for a show at the Duck tonight. You may remember Trish (Murphy) more than her brother, after their duo stint in the 90’s, she went on to have a successful regional alt-country career. 8 p.m. at McGonigel’s Mucky Duck | info Wednesday Any band that’s brave enough to call their first album Greatest Hits has to have some major dusters. What else would you expect...

DCist helps us make more sense of the world this week. Posts like this concert review are the reason for Scott Stapp. DCist also enumerates the reasons for playing ultimate frisbee, Condi’s tight buns, their love of a local convenience store, and their jealousy of a person in Seattle calling the city. LAist documented graf artist Banksy’s most recent visit to LA in one two three posts. They also found the best possible use for...

Wednesday Been stuck in a quiet office or cubicle all day and need a change of pace? The Fall of Troy may be able to help you with that. The Washington state punk-rock trio plays with At All Cost and Jonbenet. 8 p.m. at Walter’s on Washington | info Thursday The touring scene is quiet in Houston today, so why not check out some local acoustic talent. Longtime favorite folk venue Anderson Fair continues...

Many are the times Houstonist has laid awake at night wishing we had the chance to name a professional sports team — no, really. Where would we turn to find the right name? Ferocious animals? Space-related words? Military titles? Important historical dates? Ah, it's nice to see all of the above represented in the naming contest for Houston's new soccer team, formerly the San Jose Earthquakes.

It seems America just can't get enough Cats. The Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, which played for 92 years on Broadway and has toured more than the Rolling Stones, hits Houston again just in time for the holidays — yes, yes, yes! We can hear you celebrating now! Cats rolls into the Hobby Center tonight for a two-week run, so you can catch those crazy Jellicle cats (in case you were wondering: No, "Jellicle" doesn't...

Houstonist favors anything that makes Houston more of a "world-class city" — medical research, the energy industry, NASA and, of course, big-name sporting events. To prove that we really can't get enough sports extravaganzas, Houston will be hosting the 2006 NBA All-Star Game in February. It makes sense: We had the Super Bowl and baseball All-Star Game in 2004, so the NBA obviously felt like it had to get in on the action. This isn't...