YOUR ARTS DESTINATION

At the University of Houston's College of the Arts, creativity is always in motion. From thought-provoking exhibitions to world-class performances, our Arts District is where inspiration meets opportunity. Here's what to know before you arrive.

we are the college of art for the city of the arts, making our mark locally and globally

TICKETS & BOX OFFICE

Online: https://kgmcaboxoffice.universitytickets.com/ (recommended) 
View Calendar of Events: https://uh.edu/kgmca/explore/events
Phone: 713-743-3388 
Email: kgmcaboxoffice@uh.edu  

Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  
Please note: Walk-up service is at the School of Theatre and Dance Box Office. Tickets can also be purchased starting one hour before a performance at the venue.

UH Students, Faculty & Staff

  • $15–$20 All Other McGovern College Events  
  • FREE for Moores School of Music Ensemble Performances
    • Students: Up to 2 free tickets per event
    • Faculty & Staff: Up to 4 free tickets per event
    • Must reserve at least 2 hours before the performance
    • How to Reserve:
      • Visit kgmcaboxoffice.universitytickets.com
      • Select “Purchase Tickets” under Moores School of Music
      • Change category to "Moores School of Music"
      • Choose the appropriate "UH Student" or "UH Faculty/Staff" ticket type
      • Register using your Cougarnet email to verify eligibility

UH Theatre & Dance Students

  • Free admission to productions you are performing in or working on
    • Contact the Production Stage Manager directly
    • Submit request at least one week before opening  

General Admission & Other Discounts

  • UH Alumni: $15–$20
  • Seniors (65+): $15–$20
  • General Public: $20–$25 

  • Door sales available for most events (first come, first served)  
  • Sold out online? Try our standby option: 
    • Cash-only standby tickets 60 minutes before curtain & only at venue (no phone calls for standbys) 
    • Wait in lobby 30 minutes before show 
    • Seated based on availability in order of purchase 
    • No guarantee of seating together or seat preference 

GETTING HERE

We're improving campus accessibility and creating beautiful new spaces. Parking and access routes have changed near our venues. Please read the following carefully to plan your visit.

What's Happening:

  • Wilhelmina's Grove renovation (through November, 2025)
  • Loop Road improvements (through December, 2025)
View Interactive Construction Map & Routes

From I-45 South:  

  • Exit Cullen Blvd → Right on Cullen → Left on Elgin St → Parking entrance on right 

From I-45 North:  

  • Exit Elgin-Lockwood-Cullen → Left on Elgin St → Parking entrance on left 

Our College is home to several performance and exhibition spaces, including: 

  • Blaffer Art Museum – 4173 Elgin St, Houston, TX 77004 
  • Dudley Recital Hall & Fine Arts Building – 4188 Elgin St #314, Houston, TX 77004 
  • Elgin Street Studios – 4224 Elgin St, Houston, TX 77004 
  • Moores School of Music and Moores Opera House  – 3333 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX 77004 
  • Lyndall Finley Wortham Theatre, Jose Quintero Theatre, & Studio 208 – 3351 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX 77204 
  • Bert F. Winston Band & Performance Complex – 3700 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX 77204 
Learn more about our venues

PARKING INSTRUCTIONS

UH Permit Holders:

  • Park in designated permitted zone or garage.
  • Closest areas to the Arts District: Zone B, Elgin Garage, and Zone A.
  • Game Days: Permit holders may park in ungated lots: Zone A (17A), Zone C, and Zone D (details: Game Day Parking Info).

Visitors:

Until Zone B is Gated:

  • Onsite attendant at Zone B – $10 flat rate.

Once Zone B is Gated:

  • Prepaid entry with QR code scan – $10.
  • Onsite options - $12:
    • Elgin Street Garage: Take ticket and pay upon exit
    • Zone A - Soccer Field and Zone B (Visitor Spaces): Pay by phone visitor parking

Game Day Event Parking:

Unique parking instructions will apply and will be communicated in advance to attendees. Please refer to event-specific emails or announcements for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding parking and access.

Additional lots that may be used with prior guest notification: 

  • Lot 18A
  • Lot 19E 

ACCESSIBILITY & VISITOR POLICIES

All venues are wheelchair and scooter accessible, with options to remain in your device or transfer to a theatre seat. 

To request accessible seating: 

  • Call 713-743-3388 when booking 
  • Available online or by phone

  • Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early for parking and seating 
  • Mobile tickets are accepted — no need to print 
  • Digital programs are available via QR code on site 

  • Children ages 6 and older are welcome 
  • No food, drinks, photography, or recording inside venues 
  • Please silence all phones before performances 
  • Dress comfortably — we want you to enjoy the experience 

Quintero Theatre and Studio 208:

  • No late seating permitted 
  • Re-entry allowed at intermission only

Wortham Theatre & Moores Opera House:

  • Late seating available with usher assistance 
  • Temporary seating provided until intermission 

Note: Once performances begin, tickets are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged. 

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