Coming Attractions

November 21-23

• “Bright Ideas,” a comedy combining ambition and parenting, will be performed by the UTRGV Theatre Department at the UTRGV Albert L. Jeffers Theatre, 1201 W University Dr, Edinburg. Written by Eric Coble, it is directed by Peter Mikolasky. Performances begin at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and at 2 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is $7 and $17, with tickets available at utrgv.edu/arts. For questions or accessibility seating, contact the department at [email protected] or call at 956-665-3581

November 21

• The UTRGV Percussion Ensemble Fall Concert begins at 7 p.m. at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg. The ensemble is under the direction of Dr. Favis and Dr. Marco Guerra. Admission is free. For questions or special accommodation, contact the UTRGV School of Music at 956-882-7025 or 956-665-3881.

November 21-22 & December 5

• UTRGV School of Music Opera Theatre presents scenes from Franz Lehar’s “The Merry Widow.” The first two performances will be held Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21 and 22, at the TSC Performing Arts Center Red Hall, 90 Taylor Ave., in Brownsville. The third performance will be staged Friday, Dec. 5, at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg. All performances begin at 7 p.m., and admission is free. For more information, call the School of Music at 956-882-7025 or 956-665-3881.

November 23

• The UTRGV Horn Choir and the RGV Trumpet Guild present their High Brass Fall Concert at 4 p.m. at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg. The program features both traditional favorites and new works for horn and trumpet ensembles. The Horn Choir is led by Dr. Monica Martinez, and the Trumpet Guild is led by Dr. Alex Sanso. Admission is free.

November 24

• The UTRGV Percussion Ensemble Concert will hold their fall concert at 1 W. University Blvd., Brownsville, at 7 p.m. The ensemble is under the direction of Dr. Favis and Dr. Marco Guerra. For questions or special accommodation, call 956-882-7025 or 956-665-3881. Admission is free.

November 24 – December 9

• The UTRGV Studio BFA Exhibition goes on display at the Visual Arts Building Gallery, 2412 US-281 Business in Edinburg. It can be viewed 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Admission is free.

November 25 & December 2

• It’s “Home for the Holidays” as the UTRGV School of Music ensembles present a concert to ring in the season. On Nov. 25, it will be held at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg, The Dec. 2 performance is at the TSC Performing Arts Center Red Hall, 90 Taylor Ave., Brownsville. Both performances begin at 7 p.m. Come dressed in festive attire and get ready to sing along to favorite carols with a variety of UTRGV School of Music ensembles. For questions or special accommodation, contact the UTRGV School of Music at 956-665-3881 or 956-882-7025. Admission is $10; get tickets at utrgv.edu/arts.

December 7

• Pedro Martinez, trombonist, performs in a UTRGV faculty recital at 3 p.m. at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg. Admission is free.

December 9

• UTRGV Vocal Chamber and University Choir presents “Sounds of the Season” at 7 p.m. at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg. Under the direction of Dr. Matt Coffey, the performances offers a festive celebration for the holidays with timeless classics and contemporary pieces. Admission is $10; get tickets at utrgv.edu/arts.

December 10

• The McAllen Performing Arts Center presents the next Broadway in the Rio Grande Valley production, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, at 7:30 p.m. An uplifting comeback story, it is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits by one of the world’s best-selling artists. The MPAC box office can be reached at 956-681-3801 and is located at 801 Convention Center Blvd. Individual tickets range from $35-85, plus fees and can be purchased on ticketmaster.com. Group orders of 10 can save by calling 877-690-2929 or emailing [email protected].

December 12-13

• The UTRGV Distinguished Artist Series will host the all-female group Mariachi Mariposas in two performances. They are scheduled for Friday at 7 p.m. and Dec. 13 at 3 p.m. at the UTRGV Performing Arts Center, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg. Mariachi Mariposas began their musical journey in the summer of 2012 in the Rio Grande Valley as a 12-member mariachi. The group launched to provide musical opportunities to female musicians who shared the same love of the art of mariachi music. Tickets for the performance are $10 and available at utrgv.edu/arts. For more information or accommodation, call 956-665-3881 or 956-882-7025.

December 14

• Support the young musicians of the UTRGV Youth Orchestra take the stage for their Fall Concert. It begins at 4 p.m. at the UTRGV Performing Arts Complex, 1201 W. University Dr., Edinburg. The program showcases classical favorites and contemporary works, performed by student ensembles from across the Rio Grande Valley under the direction of esteemed faculty from the UTRGV School of Music. Admission is $10; get tickets at utrgv.edu/arts.

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February 18

• The McAllen Performing Arts Center presents the next Broadway in the Rio Grande Valley production, Mrs. Doubtfire, at 7:30 p.m. Based on the beloved film, it tells the heartfelt story of an out-of-work actor who will do anything for his kids. The MPAC box office can be reached at 956-681-3801 and is located at 801 Convention Center Blvd. Individual tickets range from $35-85, plus fees and can be purchased on ticketmaster.com. Group orders of 10 can save by calling 877-690-2929 or emailing [email protected].

February 19-22

• The South Texas College Theatre & Dance Department Spring Black Box will feature The Odyssey, Homer’s epic tale in an action-packed adaptation using masks, music, mime, and percussion as he battles monsters, resists temptation, and defies the gods to return home. It takes place at the Cooper Center for Performing Arts, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., McAllen. General admission is $5 for the productions. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door (cash/check only). Tickets go on sale one month before each performance and can be purchased at southtexascollege.edu/go/theatre. For more information, call 956-872-2301 or email at [email protected].

April 25

• The South Texas College Theatre & Dance Department presents the STC Dance Showcase, Transcendence 2026, by the STC Dance Collective. Celebrate the power of movement in this collection of contemporary dance works by STC students, community members, and local professionals. It takes place at the Cooper Center for Performing Arts, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., McAllen. General admission is $5 for the productions. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door (cash/check only). Tickets go on sale one month before each performance and can be purchased at southtexascollege.edu/go/theatre. For more information, call 956-872-2301 or email at [email protected].

May 5

• The McAllen Performing Arts Center presents the next Broadway in the Rio Grande Valley production, Clue, at 7:30 p.m. Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget. Based on the movie and inspired by the classic board game, this is the ultimate whodunit. The MPAC box office can be reached at 956-681-3801 and is located at 801 Convention Center Blvd. Individual tickets range from $35-85, plus fees and can be purchased on ticketmaster.com. Group orders of 10 can save by calling 877-690-2929 or emailing [email protected].

June 3

• The McAllen Performing Arts Center presents the next Broadway in the Rio Grande Valley production, Hadestown, at 7:30 p.m. Welcome to Hadestown, where a song can change one’s fate. Intertwining two mythic tales – that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone – the production is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience. The MPAC box office can be reached at 956-681-3801 and is located at 801 Convention Center Blvd. Individual tickets range from $35-85, plus fees and can be purchased on ticketmaster.com. Group orders of 10 can save by calling 877-690-2929 or emailing [email protected].

June 25-27

• The South Texas College Theatre & Dance Department season finale is the Fifth Annual South Texas New Play Festival. STXNPF returns with a full workshop production of a standout play from last year’s staged readings, plus three new scripts selected through a blind submission process. It takes place at the Cooper Center for Performing Arts, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., McAllen. General admission is $5 for the productions. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door (cash/check only). Tickets go on sale one month before each performance and can be purchased at southtexascollege.edu/go/theatre. For more information, call 956-872-2301 or email at [email protected].