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Houston’s performing arts scene is ramping up in 2022 as COVID numbers decline

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Posted on March 16, 2022 · With numbers down, local arts organizations are opening their doors to wider audiences and lifting mask and testing requirements for audience members.

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Theatre Under the Stars Needs More Space, Invites Public to Help With Funding

Amy Bishop

Posted on October 27, 2016 · Plans are underway for an expansion, but they still have $5 million to go.

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