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MILLER OUTDOOR THEATRE
2008 SEASON
*14th Annual Weekend of Contemporary Dance
September 12 - 13, 2008 8:00 pm
This much-anticipated annual event presents a snapshot of the contemporary dance scene in Houston, featuring new work and revivals of recent work in a range of choreographic styles set to music ranging from classical to experimental.
Produced by Dance Source Houston
*Adelante con AAMA en el 16 de Septiembre
September 14, 2008 7:30 pm
Mexican TV and recording star, Pablo Montero, returns to headline this concert celebrating Mexican Independence.
Produced by the Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans, Inc.
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Festival de Independencia "El Grito"
September 15, 2008 3:00 pm
Annual Celebration of Mexican independence, featuring artists from Mexico, mariachis, folkloric dances and more.
Produced by Comite Patriotico Mexicano
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*Tapestry World of Dance
September 20, 2008 8:00 pm
This year's performance, Mating Dances: Rituals of Love and Courtship, will feature dances of romance, courtship and marriage from around the globe. The vibrant 90-minute performance will dazzle with colorful costumes, drumming, lively music and exciting movement.
Produced by Dance Source Houston
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12th Annual Houston Grand Taiko Festival
September 26, 2008 7:30 pm
High energy Japanese drumming and dancing extravaganza. Special guests to be announced.
Produced by Kamari Taiko
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† Denotes captioned performance
* Denotes free reserved seats available for covered seating area. (See "Plan Your Visit / Seating" for more information)
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Children's Performances
Dance Around the
World
September 13,
11:00
am
This 50-minute program introduces families to
the classical and contemporary dances of
various cultures. Performing will be Houston Ballet II, plus companies
to be announced. Produced by Dance Source Houston
Corazon
Espanol September 22,
11:00 am
An Del Espadin Baile Espanol offers a rhythmic, interactive
program, exploring the history and evolution of the three categories of Spanish dance
- folk, classical, and flamenco. Produced by Young Audiences of
Houston
Strega
Nona September 29 - October 3,
11:00 am Opera to Go!
presents the beloved story inspired by Caldecott-honored book by
Tomie dePaola. Strega Nona hires Big Anthony to watch the "magical
pasta pot." Will he be able to resist
temptation? The story book characters come to life in this musical
adaptation created specifically for students. Produced by HGOco, Houston
Grand Opera
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