Martin McDonagh's Dark Comedy 'The Cripple of Inishmaan' Arrives at UH - 04/09/12

When a Hollywood film crew begins shooting a film near the island of Inishmaan, residents have a diversion from their everyday lives. For islander “Cripple” Billy Claven, the film offers an opportunity to escape Inishmaan and rise above his disability. Houston audiences can find out what happens to Billy during UH’s production “The Cripple of Inishmaan” April 20 – 29.

UH Artists Taking Talents to DiverseWorks for MFA Thesis Exhibition - 04/09/12

Each spring, the University of Houston School of Art bids a fond farewell to graduating master of fine arts (MFA) students. Before these students embark on new creative journeys, they will share their latest works at the MFA Thesis Exhibition. The 2012 MFA Thesis Exhibition runs April 28 – May 12 at Houston’s DiverseWorks Art Space (117 E. Freeway). Admission is free.

Sights, Sounds Highlight Houston Landscape During Insight|Out Festival May 19 - 20 - 04/06/12

Houstonians soon will experience a weekend of music, film and original choreography during the Insight|Out Festival May 19 – 20. This free festival delivers site-specific performances by visionary guest artists in unique locations around the city.

UH Writers Winding Down Spring at Gulf Coast Reading Series April 13 - 04/02/12

Three doctoral candidates from the University of Houston’s acclaimed Creative Writing Program will share their works at the semester’s final installment of the Gulf Coast Reading Series. The event kicks off at 7 p.m. at Brazos Bookstore.

UH Celebrating Bard's Birthday with Shakespeare on the Green - 04/02/12

No cake. No candles. Still, the University of Houston’s School of Theatre & Dance is celebrating the Bard’s birthday by delivering the perfect present to the community. In April, UH’s Shakespeare on the Green will offer free performances of the legendary dramatist’s work.

UH Art Historian Sandra Zalman Named ACLS Fellow - 03/27/12

Each year, the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) awards fellowships to the country’s top scholars in humanities and social sciences. Among this year’s crop of ACLS fellows is Sandra Zalman, University of Houston assistant professor of art history.

UH Dancers Using Movement as a Teaching Tool in Elementary Schools - 03/22/12

University of Houston dancers are taking their talents to a different kind of stage … the classroom. As part of the Young Audiences program, Becky Valls, assistant professor in UH’s School of Theatre and Dance, and several of her students are using movement as a vehicle for educating elementary school students on subjects such as science and math.

'An Afternoon With The Artists' to Feature Dennis Quaid, Brett Cullen, Robert Wuhl, Cindy Pickett - 03/13/12

Actors Dennis Quaid, Brett Cullen, Cindy Pickett and Robert Wuhl learned their craft under the tutelage of University of Houston professor Cecil J. Pickett. Soon, these star alums will return to the university to celebrate his legacy and talk theater.

UH Opera Center, Symphony Orchestra Team Up for 'Der Rosenkavalier' - 03/12/12

It’s rare for a university opera program to take on Richard Strauss’ grandiose “Der Rosenkavalier.” The University of Houston’s Moores Opera Center and Moores School Symphony Orchestra, however, are up to the task.

UH Professor's Memoir Turned Into Major Motion Picture - 03/08/12

In 2004, University of Houston professor Nick Flynn transferred his memories of reconnecting with his father at a Boston homeless shelter onto the page. Soon, these very scenes will be projected on movie screens nationwide.