Hobby Center-Performing Arts
(713) 315-2400
800 Bagby St
Houston,
TX
77002
29.7617
-95.369
Neighborhoods: Downtown, Central
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The Background
An elaborate, spanking-new performing arts center fills a city void, providing two elegant theaters generated specifically for theater and musical performances. Since its May 2002 opening, the towering roofline and ornate halls have made this spectacular vision a cultural hub and progressed the city's goal to be a force in the 21st-century fine arts community.
The Experience
Sarofim Hall, a 2,600-seat theater acoustically designed for touring Broadway productions, is home to "Theatre Under the Stars" as well as the "Broadway in Houston" series, staging shows such as "Chicago" and "The Full Monty." Zilkha Hall, an intimate 500-seat venue with full orchestra pit, showcases smaller touring groups as part of the "Uniquely Houston" series that celebrates diversity. Artista, the latest from Chef Michael Cordúa of Churrascos and Américas fame, offers lunch and dinner, as well as post-show desserts, appetizers and beverages.
User Reviews
kjac1955
February 04, 2008
I had the most wonderful experience at the Hobby Center on Sunday night. I saw Jersey Boys. The experience flawless.
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The Extras:
Planning on dinner at Artista Restaurant before the show? Tell your waiter. The staff can shift gears for ultra-quick service.
Know Before You Go:
Checks are a readily accepted form of payment at the box office, but can only be written for events that are at least five days out.
