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University Spotlight
Showcasing the next generation of Houston’s performing artists.
The University of Houston stands at the center of the city’s academic and creative energy. Its School of Theatre and Dance and Moores School of Music are known for exceptional stage and opera productions that showcase the skill and imagination of Houston’s rising artists. From bold reinterpretations of classics to original student works, UH’s programs consistently produce performances that rival professional stages while preparing students for careers in the arts.
The University of Houston’s performing arts programs have also earned significant recognition for their excellence. The Moores Opera Center regularly receives top honors from the National Opera Association, including first and second-place production awards for works such as Rappaccini’s Daughter and Frau Margot, and has been honored with the Houston Press MasterMind Award for its impact on the city’s arts scene. UH’s School of Theatre and Dance was named “Best College Theater” by the Houston Press and continues to receive praise for professional-quality productions and collaborations with respected guest artists. These achievements reflect the university’s strong reputation for developing artists who excel both on stage and behind the scenes.
Houston is also home to other outstanding university programs, including those at Rice University, Texas Southern University, and the University of St. Thomas. Together, these schools form a vital part of the city’s performing arts landscape, offering audiences a glimpse of the next generation of talent.
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Musical
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
UH School of Theatre and Dance
4/10/26 - 4/17/26 at the UH School of Theatre and Dance – Lyndall Finley Wortham Theatre
Six quirky adolescents face off in a high-stakes spelling competition, revealing touching backstories and laugh-out-loud moments along the way. This fast-paced, heartfelt musical celebrates individuality, friendship, and the awkward hilarity of growing up.
Directed by Zack Steele. Description and performance details courtesy of the UH School of Theatre and Dance.
Festival
10-Minute Play Festival
UH School of Theatre and Dance
5/1/26 - 5/2/26 at the UH School of Theatre and Dance – Jose Quintero Theatre
The School of Theatre & Dance presents its 13th annual festival of original short plays, showcasing the best new work by UH student playwrights. A lively, fast-moving celebration of creativity and collaboration.
Description and performance details courtesy of the UH School of Theatre and Dance.
Musical
Assassins
Lone Star College
4/15/26 - 4/18/26 at the Lone Star College
Assassins
Wednesday, April 15 at 5:30 p.m. (Free - Dress Rehearsal)
Thursday, April 16 at 7:00 p.m.
Friday, April 17 at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 18 at 3:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 18 at 7:00 p.m.
Mainstage Theatre, Building D
Assassins is Rated R for adult language, themes, and situations
Campus Shows Around Houston
This university section highlights campus work right alongside the wider Houston theater scene. It’s here so you can find student-led Houston shows, add them to your own Houston theater calendar, and follow what’s happening in Houston performing arts at the university level. It keeps the college stages from getting buried under the big houses.