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05/15/2009 08:00 PM
Mercury Baroque recreates the grandeur of the 17th century France with Lully's masterpiece Armide. French artists join the ensemble to resurrect this stunning opera for its first Houston performance.
Wortham Theater Center - Cullen Theater
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05/15/2009 08:00 PM
Islander By Choice is proud to announce the resurrection of Galveston Island's legendary Bathing Beauties Pageant May 16th at 2 p.m. Located on the historic Galveston shoreline, just east of the 33rd Street jetty, IBC will renew this "Island original" with two categories: contemporary swimwear and vintage- inspired. Attendance to the event is free.
Dubbed the "Pageant of Pulchritude" by C.E. Barfield, the Galveston beauty contest began in the summer of 1920 and from then on marked the kick-off for tourist season each year. By 1928, the event (which had morphed into the "bathing girl revue") had become so popular, the Island's population was said to have tripled during the event weekend. These Island pageants are said to have been the beginning of what we know today as the Miss America Contest.
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05/15/2009 08:00 PM
Music Night on The Strand returns to Saengerfest Park, Saturday, May 16th, 5pm - 8pm. Featuring tunes by 11th Hour, this monthly event is free to the public. Bring a blanket and don't miss the fun!
Music Night on the Strand is sponsored by Galveston Park Board of Trustees, Mitchell Historic Properties and the Historic Downtown Galveston Partnership to provide extra entertainment to the area. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, a blanket and plan a date or night out with friends and relax in this unique outdoor venue.
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05/15/2009 08:00 PM
The ultra-popular, musically extraordinary political satire group The Capitol Steps debuts at The Grand on Saturday, May 16 at 8 pm. These current and former Congressional staffers will have you rolling with laughter at their up-to-the-instant lampoons of Democrats, Republicans, and everyone in-between. Humorist P.J. O'Rourke says "The Capital Steps are what Washington would be like if everyone were funnier and could sing." You won't want to miss the group that puts the "MOCK in Democracy!"
Ticket prices range from $20 to $68. Discounts for groups and seniors may be available for select performances. Call for box seat prices.
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