Amplify Magazine, Fall 2024 | Performing Arts Houston

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MAGAZINE

FALL 2024

Amplify the World The Global Voices Music Series

PERFORMING ARTS HOUSTON Amplify Inaugural Issue

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Upcoming Events

the World 08 Amplify Introducing the Global Voices Music Series

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Get Involved!

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Map Out Your Arts

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VIP Experience

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Go Local: Houston’s Best Art Markets

20 Announcing 2024-25 New/Now Winners 22

Our Supporters

25 Something Fun!

MAGAZINE is the official magazine of Performing Arts Houston Caroline Senter Publication Editor Melanie O’Neill Design & Production Ventures Marketing Group Matt Ross Advertising 713.417.6857

On this page: Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández On the cover: Aba Diop of the Aba Diop Trio, coming to Cullen Theater September 20 Photo by Takashi-Okamoto

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CONNECTING artists & audiences since 1966

Performing Arts Houston connects audiences with national and global touring artists, exploring a wide range of artistic genres. Each year, the organization presents full seasons of performances in the Theater District and throughout the city. Beyond the stage, the non-profit collaborates with artists, schools, and community partners to create engagement programs for all ages, including masterclasses, workshops, classroom programs, student matinees, and performance opportunities.

Since 2020, we have supported new works by local artists through the Houston Artist Commissioning Project. Founded in 1966, Performing Arts Houston has presented many of the most popular, celebrated, and culturally significant artists of our time.

Thank you to our sponsors

DANCE SERIES

MUSIC SERIES

FAMILY SERIES

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SEP 3–15

At the Illusionist’s Table AN INTIMATE DINING EXPERIENCE

SEP 14

Counterpoint: Conrad Tao & Caleb Teicher FEATURING OPENING NIGHT

SEP 19

A Conversation with Jenna Bush Hager

SEP 20

Aba Diop Trio

SEP 28

Twyla Tharp Dance CELEBRATING 60 YEARS OF REVOLUTIONARY DANCE

OCT 2

Conrad Tao, Piano

OCT 18

Aida Cuevas: The Queen of Mariachi

OCT 19–20

Coco Live-to-Film Concert FEATURING LIVE MARIACHI ORCHESTRA

OCT 29

An Evening with David Sedaris FEATURING BOOK SIGNING

NOV 9

Tenebrae: A Celestial Gift

NOV 12

Vitamin String Quartet: The Music of Taylor Swift

DEC 10

Ben Folds: Paper Airplane Request Tour

DEC 20–22

Yippee Ki Yay THE PARODY CELEBRATION OF DIE HARD

FEB 1

Complexions Contemporary Ballet

FEB 8

Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández

FEB 12

Sō Percussion with Shodekeh Talifero

FEB 14–15

Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock

MAR 6–7

New/Now: The Houston Artist Commissioning Project

MAR 8

Meow Meow AN EVENING OF PURE CHAOS

MAR 19

Anoushka Shankar

MAR 26

Les Arts Florissants: Vivaldi's Four Seasons at 300

MAR 28

Piano Battle: Andreas Kern vs. Paul Cibis

MAR 29

Kodō Drummers of Japan: Warabe

APR 1

Ladysmith Black Mambazo

MAY 6

A Conversation with Amor Towles FEATURING BOOK SIGNING

JUN 12

A Conversation with Tan France

EVENTS

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UPCOMING

SECURE YOUR SEATS performingartshouston.org

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Aba Diop Trio SEPTEMBER 20, 7:30PM Cullen Theater, Wortham Center

STAFF Meg Booth President & Chief Executive Officer Leslie Nelson Chief Financial Officer Jordan Drum Director of Development Brian Glass Director of Marketing, Communications & Digital Caroline McCain Development Associate Brenda Oliveira Board Liaison & Executive Assistant Helena Oliver Development Manager, Individual Giving & Events Michelle Pacheco Patron Services Manager Caroline Senter Public Relations Manager Jennifer Steiner Director of Operations Lee Strickland Director of Artistic Programming Phoebe Vo Accounting Manager Ashley Warner Director of Education and Community Engagement

Reach us!

713.227.4772 info@performingartshouston.org 615 Louisiana Street, Suite 100 Houston, Texas 77002-2715 Monday–Friday • 9AM–5PM The Box Office is open to in-person transactions up to 90 minutes before performances

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2024–2025

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Aida Cuevas OCTOBER 18, 7:30PM Jones Hall

OFFICERS H. William Swanstrom, Board Chair Vijay D’Cruz, Board Vice Chair Curt D. Karges, Treasurer † Tymothi O. Tombar, Secretary

DIRECTORS Norah G. Adams S. Kris Agarwal Jeffrey A. Ball * Leah R. Bennett * Charles C. Boettcher * Brian D. Bravo Roxann Thomas Chargois Willie C.W. Chiang *† Charles D. Davidson* Tejuana L. Edmond Theresa A. Einhorn* Mary Fischer Stephen M. Gill * Sean Gorman Melanie Gray *† Shawn K. Jackson G. Mark Jodon*† Wendy K.D. King Emily T. Kuo*† Joel Lambert Theresa Mallett *† Ginni Mithoff

Katherine Easterby Murphy Miki Lusk Norton Scott S. Nyquist * Salvador Pareja Armando A. Perez Amy Marlyse Plato Lance G. Reynolds Ann V. Rogers Marisol Salazar * Omar Samji Leslie Elkins Sasser Andrew B. Smith Kristina H. Somerville Stephen M. Trauber * Saul Valentin* Fernando Vizcaino Jason P. Wells Margaret Alkek Williams *

Executive Committee

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Vice President/Committee Chair

DIRECTORS EMERITI James J. Postl Robert B. Tudor III Marcus A. Watts Meg Booth President and CEO John T. Jones Jr. Founder (1917-1994) Jesse H. Jones II President, Performing Arts Houston Foundation Amplify Magazine — Fall 2024 | 5

Artists make our city great.

Explore programs that reach and inspire our community, at performingartshouston.org/education

AMPLIFY THE WORLD Introducing the Global Voices Music Series

by Catherine Huang

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No need for a passport—we’re bringing the world to you. Thanks to the generous support of The Elkins Foundation, artists are crossing oceans and continents to join Performing Arts Houston’s first Global Voices Music Series.

They come from different backgrounds and artistic traditions, but they share an important common thread: they're phenomenal musicians, connecting with audiences in amazing and unforgettable ways.

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ABA DIOP TRIO FRI, SEP 20 CULLEN THEATER, WORTHAM CENTER

The beat tells a story The percussion sounds of saber drums are really a language.

Using call-and-response codes from thousands of years of oral tradition, the beat communicates messages of healing and praise. The Aba Diop Trio (Aba Diop, Noumoucounda Cissoko, and Jason Hosier) transmits a wholly new genre of West African sabar fusion music, featuring the propulsive rhythms of Diop’s sabar drum percussion, the dulcet tones of Cissoko’s kora (a 21-stringed double-bridged African harplute), and the elastic fluidity of Hosier’s jazzy, meditative guitar riffs. The overall effect is a mesmerizing amalgam, tethered to an ancient impulse while offering a current—and deeply listenable—reflection of our shared humanity.

AIDA CUEVAS: THE QUEEN OF MARIACHI FRI, OCT 18 JONES HALL

Celebrating the timeless music of Juan Gabriel Known as “The Queen of Mariachi,” Aida Cuevas is an esteemed figure in Mexico. Beloved for her unwavering devotion to traditional mariachi music and for her mastery of its demanding vocal forms, Cuevas has built a legendary career spanning nearly half a century. For her latest tour, the GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY-winning icon presents a mariachi spectacle celebrating Mexico’s bestselling artist of all time, Juan Gabriel. It’s a winning combination featuring Cuevas’ stunning voice performing beloved hits like "Te Lo Pido Por Favor," "Te Sigo Amando," "La Diferencia," and more.

ANOUSHKA SHANKAR WED, MAR 19 CULLEN THEATER, WORTHAM CENTER

Celebrating 30 Years Anoushka Shankar began studying the sitar and Indian classical music at age 9 under the intensive instruction of her father, Pandit Ravi Shankar. Since making her professional debut at age 13, Anoushka has traveled the world, playing in venues ranging from legendary jazz cafes and iconic symphony halls to festival stages in front of 40,000 people.

No matter where she performs, these events transform into intimate experiences for every listener. Now, celebrating the 30th anniversary of sharing music with the world, Shankar carves out new sounds from her forthcoming album, Chapter III (Untitled), coming in March 2025, as well as reinterpreted gems from her long-celebrated career.

Photo by Laura Lewis

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AMPLIFY THE WORLD Introducing the Global Voices Music Series

KODŌ: WARABE SAT, MAR 29 JONES HALL

Limits don’t apply For the Kodō Drummers of Japan, dedication to taiko drumming is total. Joining the group begins with a twoyear apprenticeship isolated in the mountains of Japan, making a one-pointed effort to achieve levels of artistry beyond the norm. Preparing mind and body for the work ahead means no electronics, no alcohol, growing and cooking their own food, sewing their own clothes, learning trades, continuous practice—and running. “We’d get up at 5 am. We’d run down the mountain. We’d run by the beach. It’s probably something like five miles, six miles,” says Kodō Drummer Leo Ikenaga. “We’d do that every day.” Each member shares this training, connecting deeply with the rhythms they play and with each other. For audiences, that translates into an experience like no other.

Photo by Takaski Okamoto

LADYSMITH BLACK MAMBAZO TUE, APR 1 JONES HALL

“But you LOVE Ladysmith Black Mambazo.” — Mean Girls Assembled in the early ‘60s by Joseph Shabalala, then a farmer turned factory worker, the South African singing group took the name Ladysmith Black Mambazo: Ladysmith, the name of Joseph’s hometown, about three hours west of Durban and three hours east of Johannesburg; Black, a reference to the oxen, the strongest of all farm animals; and Mambazo being the Zulu word for chopping axe, a symbol of the group’s ability to “chop down” any singing rival who might challenge them. Their collective voices were so tight, their harmonies so polished, by the end of the decade, they were banned from competition, although welcomed to join as entertainers. Over the last 60 years, their voices have conquered the world, earning five GRAMMY Awards and 17 nominations, collaborating with artists like Sarah McLachlan, Stevie Wonder, Dolly Parton, Michael Jackson, and Paul Simon (including his landmark album Graceland), plus countless film and TV appearances (including Mean Girls).

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GET INVOLVED! In addition to putting over 40 performances on stage this season, our Education and Community Engagement department will work alongside our touring and local artists to create once in a lifetime opportunities for students, lifelong learners, and arts enthusiasts to get close to the art.

Get excited for master classes with world renowned dance companies, workshops led by cutting edge musicians, post-show Westwood Trust Creative Chats and Q&As, and so much more. Be sure to check out the Education and Community page on our website to see masterclass, workshop, and Creative Chat offerings throughout the season.

Volunteer with us!

Performing Arts Houston relies on the passion and creativity of volunteers to support our events. The Performing Arts Houston volunteer program allows volunteers to connect with the performing arts while deepening their engagement with the community.

If you'd like to get involved with the Performing Arts Houston volunteer program, visit performingartshouston.org/volunteer.

Photos by Melissa Taylor

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MAP OUT YOUR ARTS

Discover new artists, see icons, bring the kids, or make it a date night. We’ve got you covered on all fronts.

Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández

Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock Live

FEB 8

FEB 14–15

Coco Live-to-Film Concert

Complexions Contemporary Ballet

FAMILY FUN

OCT 19–20

FEB 1

Twyla Tharp Dance SEP 28

Aba Diop Trio SEP 20

Counterpoint: Conrad Tao & Caleb Teicher SEP 14

Tenebrae: A Celestial Gift NOV 9

Piano Battle MAR 28

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Conrad Tao, Piano OCT 2

See what's on. performingartshouston.org

ICONS YOU LOVE A Conversation with Jenna Bush Hager

Ben Folds: Paper Airplane Request Tour

SEP 19

DEC 10

Anoushka Shankar

A Conversation with Tan France

MAR 19

JUN 12

OCT 29

MAY 6

Yippee Ki Yay

(The Parody Celebration of Die Hard)

New/Now MAR 6–7

DEC 20–22

At the Illusionist’s Table SEP 3–15

Vitamin String Quartet: The Music of Taylor Swift NOV 12

Meow Meow MAR 8

DATE NIGHT

An Evening with David Sedaris

A Conversation with Amor Towles

Sō Percussion with Shodekeh Talifero FEB 12

Les Arts Florissants: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at 300 MAR 26

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VIP TREATMENT

Performing Arts Houston Visionary members, Board members, and distinguished guests enjoyed multiple parties this past spring with artists and crews of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, and the 2024 New/Now: The Houston Artist Commissioning Project following their performances.

On April 6th, hundreds of supporters came together in the Wortham Center Grand Foyer to celebrate and support Performing Arts Houston’s performances and education programs at the annual Kaleidoscope Ball.

Chaired by Kristin and Lance Reynolds, the Mariposas de Guadalajara theme celebrated the beauty and culture of Guadalajara and the state of Jalisco, the birthplace of mariachi music and tequila.

The record-setting event honored longtime patron Jesse H. Jones II and his family, and included multiple performances, silent and live auctions, a tequila raffle, and dancing at the After-Party past midnight.

To learn more about memberships and perks like Cast Party invitations, or the annual Kaleidoscope Ball, visit performingartshouston.org/support.

Clockwise: Photo 1: 2024 Kaleidoscope Ball Photo 2: Cast and crew of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Photo 3: Willie and Linda Chiang, Meg Booth, and John and Janet Carrig at the 2024 Kaleidoscope Ball Photo 4: Guests with Ailey dancer Caroline Dartey

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Featured: Mala Market Photo by Jeremy Kabala

GO LOCAL Houston’s best art markets

From gifts to home décor, Houston’s got you covered. Check out these upcoming artist’s markets where you can shop for the coolest stuff while supporting local artists.

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OUTDOOR/INDOOR ART MARKETS EAST END FARMERS MARKET @ESPLANADEATNAVIGATION EVERY SUNDAY • 10AM-2PM 2600 NAVIGATION BLVD HOUSTON, TEXAS 77003 TULIPS MARKET @TULIP.POSSE SEP 14 | OCT 12 | NOV 9 4-10PM 3118 HARRISBURG BLVD HOUSTON, TX PUNK ROCK GARAGE SALE @THEINSOMNIAGALLERY SEP 15 | OCT 20 | NOV 17 2-6PM 3118 HARRISBURG BLVD HOUSTON, TX

BRICK & MORTAR MARKETS

HH VINTAGE FLEA MARKET: ROCK THE NEEDLE @ROCKTHENEEDLE.HTX SEP 18 | OCT 16 • 7-10PM 1519 FULTON ST HOUSTON, TX 77009

ALL THE FEELS • @ALLTHEFEELSSHOP 3223 MILAM ST, HOUSTON, TX 77006

M-K-T SUNSET MARKET @MKTSUNSETMARKET SEP 19 • 6-9PM 600 N SHEPHERD DR HOUSTON, TX 77007

HENDERSON AND KANE BBQ & GENERAL STORE @HENDERSONANDKANE 715 HENDERSON ST, HOUSTON, TX 77007

BEDROCK CITY COMIC CON @BEDROCKCITYCOMICS OCT 5-6 • 10AM-5PM 10505 CASH RD STAFFORD, TX 77477

POP SOAP APOTHECARY • @POPSOAP 2402 MONTROSE BLVD #1, HOUSTON, TX 77006

Outdoor market dates and times subject to change. Visit a market's Instagram pages to stay update-to-date on events.

DIRT BAG • @DIRTBAGSFROMTX 701 W GRAY ST #1, HOUSTON, TX 77019 GENARA • @SHOPGENARA 3518 WHITE OAK DRIVE HOUSTON, TX 77007

MALA MARKET • @MALAMARKETHTX 1302 W GRAY ST, HOUSTON, TX 77019

SAWYER FARM & FLEA • @SAWYERFLEA 2313 EDWARDS STREET, HOUSTON, TEXAS 777007 SPACE MONTROSE • @SPACEMONTROSE 1706 WESTHEIMER RD, HOUSTON, TX 77098 WHIMSY ARTISAN MARKET @THEWHIMSYARTISAN 123 W 18TH ST SUITE E, HOUSTON, TX 77008

On View Through January 5, 2025 Poignant stories of Holocaust survivors captured in masterful paintings and drawings by acclaimed artist David Kassan David Kassan, Generational Trauma, 2024, 22 x 33 in.

Ruth Steinfeld, 2024, 30 x 25 in. Martin Greenfield, 2020, 40 x 23 in.

Paintings are oil on panel. Photos courtesy of the artist.

hmh.org/facingsurvival

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ALL NEW. ALL NOW. ALL HOUSTON.

Announcing 2024–25 winners of New/Now: The Houston Artist Commissioning Launched by Performing Arts Houston in 2020, New/Now is Houston’s premiere new works project for artists from our communities. Houston makes everything great, including art. See this year’s winners, then see their new works onstage at the Wortham Center, March 6-7.

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New/Now Photo by Claire McAdams

Ben Chavez (composer/vocalist) New work: Last Day, County Fair

Marlon Simon (composer/percussionist) New work: On Different Paths

YUNGCHRIS (choreographer/dancer) New work: My Posse's on Broadway

Chavez is a Latin American recording artist, actor, composer, and musician, best known for his breakout role in the Broadway National Tour of Disney’s Aladdin. His newest composition celebrates and explores the act of becoming oneself, in the midst of all that life delivers.

Simon immigrated to the U.S. in 1987 to study jazz and develop a career as a performer, composer, and music educator. He thinks of music as something that has the power to unite people. His latest work strikes a balance between the clarity of classical music and spontaneity of jazz to convey unity in our city today.

Christopher Thomas, also known as YUNGCHRIS, has organized some of the most impactful and successful dance events in Texas. He believes the body can speak louder than words. His newest work is a celebration of the authentic Houston hip-hop movement that emerged in the early 90’s.

Secure your seats for the next big thing.

Tickets for New/Now world premieres are offered on a sliding scale in support of new works by Houston artists.

On sale now, at peformingartshouston.org.

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INDIVIDUAL SUPPORTERS $25,000+ Linda and Willie Chiang Nancy G. and Charles D. Davidson Mignon and Stephen Gill Melanie Gray and Mark Wawro Kristin and Lance Reynolds Mari Salazar Leslie Elkins Sasser and Shannon Sasser Janet and Bill Swanstrom Phoebe and Bobby Tudor Margaret Alkek Williams $10,000-$24,999 Rachelle and Jeff Ball Leah R. Bennett Kourtney and Vijay D'Cruz Theresa A. Einhorn and Donald Yurewicz C.C. and Duke Ensell Kris and Mark Jodon Curt and Stephany Karges John P. Keeton Emily T. Kuo and Michael Chu Ginni and Richard Mithoff Sarah Knight Morgan and Oscar Brown Judy and Scott S. Nyquist The Parris-Cochinwala Family Beverly and Jim Postl Leticia and Stephen M. Trauber Abigail Winn and Brad Crocker Syma and Walt Zerkow $5,000–$9,999 Charles and Casey Boettcher Daniel Boss Margaret and Brian Bravo Tejuana L. Edmond Carl and Mary Sapp Fischer Susan and Sean Gorman Melinda and Jeffrey Hildebrand Jeffrey Hopkins Yvonne and Mark Jacobs Jesse H. Jones II and Terry Wayne Jones Sarah and Joel Lambert Mimi Lloyd Theresa and Edward Mallett Marilyn Maloney and Paul Longstreth Laura and Daniel Pears Corina and Armando Perez Amy Marlyse Plato and Kelly Plato Ann V. Rogers Andrew B. Smith Charlene and Tymothi O. Tombar Paola and Fernando Vizcaino $3,000-$4,999 Elizabeth Collins Susan E. Denson Katrina L. Dibala Catherine and Nick Dunbar Tracy and Jim Fish Timothy G. Green Harry Grenader Mary Van and David Grindle Sallie Morian and Michael Clark Katherine Easterby Murphy Kathryn O'Brien Gloria and Nick Ryan Hannah and Paul Wolfert $1,000-$2,999 Anonymous (2) Norah G. Adams Carol Bates

Performing Arts Houston would like to thank the individuals who support our work through generous membership contributions and annual gifts. For more information on member and donor benefits, please visit performingartshouston.org or contact Jordan Drum at 713.632.8104 or jdrum@performingartshouston.org.

Alissa Blankenship Meg and Brandon Booth Julianne Brooks Ignacio Carrion Dominic Cellitti Nancy Chafe Sloan and Alec Clark Nell and Russell Clingman C.C. Conner and David Groover Annie and Will Cooper Carl R. Cunningham Susie and Joe Dilg Michael and Terri Dougherty Jenny Elkins Diane Felder Joe J. Fisher Jr. Caroline Freeman Deborah C. Gordon and Nathan Coco Katherine and Walker Hale Jennifer Hardy Sheila Heimbinder Tara Hemmer Jorge Hernandez Arianda and Richard Hicks Rachell L. Hill Joanne Houck and Tim Singletary Katrina Jackiewicz and Nick Peacock Rochelle and Alan Jacobson John Jones Felicia and Perry Jordan Taylor and Daniel Kaufman Heather and Rusty Kelley Susan and Michael Klaveness Marjena Kohnke Erika Kusjanovic Kelle and Chris Lambert Eileen and Kase Lawal Juliet Lawrence Amy LeBlanc Ellen and Joseph Levy Amy Liles Larissa Lindsay and Stuart Bailey Pedro Lourenco Lindsey and Ryan MacLeod Jane and Steve Malashock Maryann and Bryce Mannen Vickie L. Milazzo and Tom Ziemba Linda C. Murray Miki Lusk Norton and Ralph E. Norton Alifiya and Salvador Pareja Christina and Troy Porter Tricia and Alan Ratliff Mike Reed Gary Rodriguez and Michael Ball Manuel Solis Judy and Charles Tate Ann Chambers Taylor Mark Taylor Susan L. Thompson Patricia and Michael Tilton Lisa and Saul Valentin Wilson Van Tine Peter Vanacker Holly A. Wolfert Amelia N. Wood Gina and Joseph Wyszynski Monica and Larry Ziemba $500-$999 Anonymous Alim Adatia Chree Boydstun Melanie Camp Patricia Carnes Janet and John Carrig Tripp Carter Hali and Bill Frasure Laura and Robert Fullick Kim and Chris Graeter

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Atin Rosen Constance Roy Rozanne and Howard Rubin Alexander Rush Linda Ryan Matthew Ryan Tina Saenz Rabia and Omar Samji Cesareo Sanchez Michael Sanchez Sharon Sanders Ed Schneider Mary Schoemann Carrie Schultz John Schwartz Andrea and Charles Seay Sara Speer Selber Brenda Short Todd and Betsy Siff Maxine Silberstein Raquel Silverberg Jim Simon Deepa Singh Andrew Smith Berenice Smith Beverly Smith Phillip Smith Sydney and Allen Smith Fade Soboyejo Kevin Solomon Jeannine Soto Katherine Speed John Spelman M. Springer Damion Square Trina Stanfield Brandon Stein LaShonda Stokes Victoria Stratton Rocio Subira Prudence Sun Andrew Sung Caitlin Sutton Bharat Swatantran Nicole L. Talbot and Russ C. Pfeifle Corey M. Tay Stephanie Taylor Victoria B. Tinsley Lily Tsang Nimi Tuamokumo Brenda Turley Calissa Ubi Lesly Van Dame Gleeson Van Riet Mary and Martin Vandenbrook Marcus Vandrovec Jane Vaselenak John M. Vitucci David Wainwright Elizabeth Walker Tammie Wallette Charles Ward Dustin Visa Watkins Joyce M. Wellman Susan West Joyce Westfall E.W. Wey Bettina M. Whyte Paula and Richard Wilbourn Yann Wilhelm Edward Willey III and Aramis Willette Robert Williams Carrie Wirsing Cynthia Wolff Ekaterini Yamalidou Jasmine Young Tse-Kian Yu Beth Zhou Jean Zoppe

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INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERS Performing Arts Houston is proud to recognize our corporate, foundation, and government partners for their exemplary community leadership and support. To learn more about partnership opportunities and benefits, please contact Jordan Drum at 713.632.8104 or jdrum@performingartshouston.org.

CORPORATE PARTNERS $50,000+ Admiral Transfer & Rigging ConocoPhillips† ExxonMobil† H-E-B† Le Méridien Houston Downtown*

$25,000-$49,999 Kirksey* Wells Fargo† Westwood Wealth Management

$10,000–$24,999 711 FIT* City Kitchen Locke Lord LLP†

Motiva Enterprises LLC Plains All American TD Securities Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

Porter Hedges LLP StoneTurn Group Truist Vinson & Elkins LLP

$5,000–$9,999

Bergner & Johnson Design* BrightStar* Coterra Energy Inc. LD Systems* Littler Vision Production Group

AIG Corebridge Financial Bank of Texas Bracewell LLP CAMAC International Corporation Collaborate The Friedkin Group Houston First Corporation* Legacy Community Health Services

$1,000-$4,999

FOUNDATIONS & GOVERNMENT AGENCIES $100,000+

$25,000-$49,999

$5,000-$9,999

Houston Endowment, Inc. † The Humphreys Foundation† Texas Commission on the Arts † Texas Tourism Industry Recovery Program The Wortham Foundation, Inc. †

The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts † City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance† M.D. Anderson Foundation†

Anonymous George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation† Lyrasis

$50,000-$99,999

Kayser Foundation Memorial Hermann Foundation Mid-America Arts Alliance National Endowment for the Arts† Vivian L. Smith Foundation

The Brown Foundation, Inc. † The Elkins Foundation Powell Foundation

$10,000-$24,999

MATCHING GIFT SUPPORTERS AIG Corebridge Financial Coterra Energy Inc.

ExxonMobil † LyondellBasell

Listings Accurate as of 7/22/2024

Phillips 66 Truist *Includes in-kind support † Indicates 10+ years of consecutive support

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Navy, 10. Saint Petersburg, 12. Kora, 19. New Now, 21. Visionary Tiers, 23. Eldorado Ballroom, 25. Amplify, 30. Caleb Teicher, 32. Westwood Trust, 33. Sixty, 34. Complexions

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Jim Henson’s Mokey, Gobo, and Red Performing Arts Houston’s Performance Prelude sponsor Initially called the harpsichord that plays soft and loud Twyla T Eras Tour headliner Nine-time GRAMMY-nominated sitarist To produce flowers, or, the nickname of Performing Arts Houston’s logo icon 13. 2022 World Series Champions 14. Who called 14 Down “illuminating and essential” 15. Aida C 16. The 1929 Po Boy Kitchen can be found in this Theater District food hall 17. Voice of Ernesto de la Cruz in Disney Pixar’s Coco 18. Performing Arts Houston recommends you arrive to the theater one hour before this 20. Best sellers, crosswords, and the news 22. Ladysmith Black Mambazo is part of this series 24. Texas state flower 26. Tours, Tan, or Toulouse 27. Bluey’s cousin

28. David Sedaris teaches a masterclass on storytelling and 29. Their mascot, TORO, was named the 2021 NFL Mascot of the Year 31. The “A” in PAH

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A purchase of 10+ tickets to a Performing Arts Houston performance (you save up to 25%) 6. 501 Texas Avenue 8. An official color of 13 Down 10. Birthplace of Alexander Rostov 12. A 21-stringed double-bridged African harp lute 19. Another name for the Houston Artist Commissioning Project 21. Artist, Creator, Director, Producer 23. Gifted to Project Row Houses in 1999 25. Formerly Encore Magazine 30. One half of Counterpoint 32. The sponsor of Performing Arts Houston’s Creative Chat series 33. In 2026, Performing Arts Houston is turning 34. Dance company founded in 1994 by Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson See answers at the bottom of page 24.

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