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We all seem to be fascinated by the rock group ABBA. Estimates of ABBA's total record sales vary between about 200–500 million albums and singles worldwide, making them the best-selling music artists of all time. They're the best-selling band from continental Europe, and also from outside the English-speaking world.
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Mercury does it first season performance at the Wortham this weekend with Brahms an Mendelssohon Brahms’ bold Third Symphony, a work of deep reflection, showcases the composer at his pinnacle while Mendelssohn’s Third, a contemplation of the landscapes of Scotland, is a work without compare – sparkling, dreamy, and lyrical.
This concert is made possible in part by the Houston Endowment and the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance
Saturday October 6 | SAT 8 PM
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The musical, was written by Houstonian, Je’Caryous Johnson and also co-stars R&B diva Tamar Braxton.
Johnson recently told The Hype Magazine.com, “I get to work with hip-hop legend Snoop. The thought alone leaves me speechless,” said Johnson. “I am honored and humbled to be able to partner with him and make history with Redemption of a Dogg. As a fan, ‘it’s exciting and a dream come true’ and as a partnership ‘this is revolutionary.’ The culture of American theatre is about to be redefined.” With Snoop adding, “Please believe you’ve never seen urban theatre like this! With my flavor and his expertise, we’re gonna bring the people an unmissable show. I can’t wait for everyone out there to see it!”
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It's that time of year, The Texas Renaissance Festival is doing its annual Fall thing. The festival will be doing themed weekends throughout its run.
The Texas Renaissance Festival (TRF) started in 1974 at an old strip-mining site. The festival owners say it's "the nation’s largest Renaissance theme park." The festival sits on 55 acres of land in Todd Mission, Texas and has over 200 acres of camping facilities. The festival is regularly attended by thousands annually.
The festival reported last year the festival had over half a million attendees, General Manager Terre Albert is excited this year's crowds will be even larger.
“We really strive to bring new offerings to the festival,” Albert said. “We want to make sure our returning patrons have a reason to keep coming back and also show our new guests why they should keep coming to the festival.” told the Community Impact.com.
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TRF features nearly 500 costumed actors who perform on 25 stages. Its 350 on-site shops include: international food purveyors; unique artisans; merchants and craft vendors; human-powered rides; an abundance of performers walking among the guests; and the Queen's Royal Finale (fireworks if weather permits) at dusk.
Kevin Gates
Revention Music Center
520 Texas St.
Houston, TX
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Friday 10/5/2018 8:00 PM
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The Voidz
The Heights Theatre
339 W 19th St
Houston, TX
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Saturday 10/6/2018 8:00 PM
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Budweiser Beermaster Tour
Budweiser Brewery Experience
775 Gellhorn Dr.
Houston, TX
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Sunday 9/23/2018 10:30 AM
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Bayou City Jazz Series
HOB-Houston
GreenStreet
1204 Caroline St.
Houston, TX 77002
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Sunday 10/7/2018 5:00 PM
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