The Houston Cinema Arts Festival (HCAF) is gearing up for its 2025 edition — and film lovers will get the first look at this year’s lineup during a free release party on Wednesday.

“Houston dreams big, and HGO shares those dreams with audiences through world-class opera that resonates far beyond our stage," General Director and CEO Khori Dastoor said in a statement.

American Psycho: The Musical, is in its final weekend at the Hobby Center. Based on the best-selling novel by Bret Easton Ellis and the hit film, this darkly satirical production brings Patrick Bateman’s double life to the stage like never before. Featuring music and lyrics by Tony and Grammy Award–winner Duncan Sheik and direction by Joe Calarco, the show combines fashion, horror, and biting comedy for an unforgettable night at the theater.

At first glance, one might raise an eyebrow at the concept of turning author Bret Easton Ellis’ 1991 novel, “American Psycho,” into a musical, but somehow, it works.

Derek Livingston, who joined Stages last July, brings playwright Maggie Lou Rader’s vision to life in this story about activism and camaraderie set in London, 1888, during the Match Women’s labor movement and the “Jack the Ripper” murders.

Multitalented performer Kyla Jade can do it all: she sings, writes, produces -- and this week she made her Broadway National Tour debut in 'The Wiz' at Hobby Center. In 2018 she made a splash on NBC's 'The Voice,' winning third place on Team Blake. She has also toured with Wynonna Judd, Patti La Belle, and has sung background vocals for Jennifer Hudson, Earth Wind and Fire and Peter Frampton. She sat down with Houston Life co-hosts Derrick Shore and Tessa Barrera to share more about her latest gig, her philosophies about hard work and what it takes to become a great talent.

The fast-talking, positivity-spreading, red-headed beauty Dixie Longate has been entertaining and inspiring audiences with her one-woman show, 'Dixie's Tupperware Party' for 17 years. Now, as she makes her final tour through Texas, she's taking Houston Life co-host Derrick Shore backstage for a look at why this show has been an audience favorite for nearly two decades.

Children born to immigrant parents understand the struggle of having to balance cultural identity with American values, but a new play at Stages hopes to give a more reflective view from the other side.

Fans of the 80s cult classic "Heathers" is coming to the stage as a musical but it's still darker than ever in a high-energy performance for one weekend only!

Our Anthony Yanez will be in a different spotlight, taking the stage at Alley Theatre to make his debut performance in the beloved holiday classic: A Christmas Carol!

'Shucked' is the hilarious and heartwarming new musical that will have you tapping your toes from the moment it starts. Mike Nappi, one of the stars of the national tour, stops by Houston Life to chat with Derrick Shore about what makes this show so special.

Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical 'Dear Evan Hansen' has been called one of "the most remarkable shows in musical theater history" by the Washington Post. Its national tour kicked off this week in Houston and will travel to more than 80 cities. Watch the full interview with cast members Michael Fabisch (Evan Hansen) and Bre Cade (Heidi Hansen) about why the show is impacting audiences so deeply.

Actors Andrew Scoggin and Abigail Bensman sit down with Houston Life's Derrick Shore to chat about this week's performances in their home state of Texas and why the Tony-winning musical 'Hairspray' is striking just the right note with audiences.

The story of Cher's legendary life and career comes to life on stage in "The Cher Show" -- now playing at Theatre Under the Stars at Hobby Center in downtown Houston. The three stars of the show -- Morgan Scott, Catherine Ariale and Ella Perez -- sat down with Houston Life's Derrick Shore and Tessa Barrera to chat about what it was like stepping into such an iconic role.

March 27th is World Theatre Day. It's a day to celebrate the importance of theatre arts. Professional theatre company, TEATRX is doing that and amplifying Latinx voices in the city, but they couldn't do it without the non-profit Fresh Arts. Both organizations told Houston Life how they're fostering community.

Houston Life got a preview of the 4th Wall Theatre Company's latest production, "The Thanksgiving Play." It's about a school producing a Thanksgiving play that's both historically accurate and culturally sensitive. Of course, it doesn't go off as planned. We spoke to one of the actors, Faith Fossett and Jennifer Dean, managing director of 4th Wall Theatre Company.

Tony Award winner Alan Cumming visits Houston Life during a busy week touring with his one man show in Texas. He chats about his hit Peacock reality show "The Traitors" and shares his philosophy on aging.

It's National Texas Day! We're celebrating with a show portraying the second female Texas Governor, Ann Richards, life and legacy on stage.

It’s a brand-new musical from Theatre Under the Stars with a seasonal twist.

It's the same story you know... but in the form of a musical!

Go behind the scenes with the students. See the big announcement, the rehearsal and the big sendoff.

Ebenezer scrooge greets each Christmas with “Bah! Humbug!” until he is visited one Christmas Eve by the ghosts of Christmas past, Christmas present and Christmas future.

Kick off the holiday season at Alley Theatre with a new adaptation of "A Christmas Carol."

HOUSTON – Adjustments to Broadway at the Hobby Center’s 2020-2021 season schedule were made as the coronavirus pandemic continues to shut down theatre production on stages. Subscribers will continue to keep the same seats for shows scheduled for January and February, according to the news release. Subscribers can also choose to receive a credit, refund, or donate the value of tickets for shows canceled within the current season. The team at Broadway at the Hobby Center’s priority continues to be the health and safety of crew, cast, staff, and audiences, the theatre said in a statement. Here’s the adjusted 2020-2021 season schedule: