Hobby Center Arts Partners

Chamber Music America’s 2025 Ensemble of the Year, Houston-based Apollo Chamber Players is a “dynamic ensemble creating programs in response to current events” (NPR) that “recasts music for a diverse and multi-ethnic generation” (Strings Magazine). Apollo has performed at Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, and on APM’s Performance Today, commissioned over 60 multicultural works, and collaborated with renowned artists including Jennifer Higdon, John Corigliano, Jerod Tate, and George Takei. The ensemble’s albums, released on Grammy-winning Azica Records, and its debut feature film MoonShot have earned international acclaim. Founded in 2008 by violinist Matthew J. Detrick, Apollo also champions community engagement through projects like Library Voyage, a first-in-the-nation initiative to perform in all Houston area public libraries.  apollochamberplayers.org

The earthy sounds of period instruments enliven Ars Lyrica’s broad range of musical activities, from intimate chamber programs to fully-staged operas, and its annual seasons feature underserved gems of the repertoire as well as familiar masterworks. For more information please visit ArsLyricaHouston.org.

Hailed as “reliably adventurous” by the Washington Post, DACAMERA is internationally recognized as a leading producer and presenter of chamber music and jazz, committed to bringing its audiences transformative musical experiences. Presenting concerts in Houston’s downtown Theater District and at The Menil Collection, DACAMERA brings the world’s leading artists to Houston, and continually evolves new and meaningful ways of presenting music. dacamera.com

The primary and constant goal of the Society is to provide high quality live-theater productions, in the spirit of family entertainment, and at a price that families can afford. The Society has long been widely recognized as a pre-eminent community-based theater company, receiving an Emmy-nomination for its 1974 PBS televised production of PRINCESS IDA and six “Best of Festival” awards, including International Champions at the 2004 International Gilbert & Sullivan Festival in Buxton, England. gilbertandsullivan.org

Houston Contemporary aims to lead and innovate performing arts in Houston by drawing upon the director’s long tradition of inclusiveness and diversity within all facets of the organization.

Houston Contemporary Dance Company sets itself apart by employing high caliber performing and choreographic artists from across the country. In setting high technical and artistic standards, Houston Contemporary Dance Company is currently the only contemporary repertory company to provide Houston audiences with opportunities to view works created by some of America’s most exciting dancemakers that speak to and are representative of the full spectrum of Houston’s diverse populace, while supporting talented Texas based artists as well. houstoncontemporary.org

The Houston Latin Phil is the only full-size professional orchestra in the United States created to promote and elevate Latin American music, musicians, and composers.  The orchestra is led by American-Venezuelan maestro Glenn Garrido. houstonlatinphil.org

Houston Show Choir is made up of talented adult singers who perform an entertaining, diverse repertoire with lively choreography. Singers memorize the songs so they can connect directly with the audience while singing and dancing, thus delivering an optimal experience for everyone!

The choir has performed at public and private events all over the Greater Houston area (and occasionally beyond) since 1932, delivering distinctive, entertaining shows that are filled with dynamic energy and musicality. houstonshowchoir.org

The mission of the Indo-American Association is to bridge cultural divides by showcasing the rich heritage of the Indian subcontinent through multi-disciplinary performing arts, as well as cultural, educational and artistic expressions. IAA presents a thoughtfully curated season of up to 10 live shows each year, in addition to participating in several community outreach initiatives. Each season’s line-up has included a blend of the art disciplines of India – music, dance, and theater. Cross-cultural collaborations between artists from India, US and other countries have also been showcased over the years. The events are targeted at multicultural audiences, which have grown with each passing year. Today, IAA is regarded as a leading cultural arts organization presenting world-class talent in Houston and other North American cities. iaahouston.org

Performing Arts Houston connects audiences with exceptional artists through diverse performances and learning experiences. We ignite and cultivate passion for the performing arts and together we explore the vast landscape of artistic expression to discover new understanding about ourselves, create community, inspire dialogue, and enrich our world. performingartshouston.org

Each year, TMCO performs concerts in the Crain Garden Lobby of Houston Methodist Hospital and various locations within the Texas Medical Center as well as in premier concert halls in Houston. In addition, TMCO contributes to the community and has donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to the MS Society and has performed free concerts for tens of thousands of Houstonians. tmcorchestra.org

Founded in 2004, Urban Souls Dance Company (USDC), is a Houston-based contemporary dance company and arts organization that is committed to bridging the gap between life and dance theater. The mission of Urban Souls is to foster connection and build community through dance, education, and advocacy. Urban Souls builds upon community assets to tell stories of the Black experience, prioritizing racial equity and advancing healing and justice. urbansouls.org

Virtuosi of Houston is dedicated to mentoring and inspiring the next generation of talented young musicians in performing symphonic music and to become valued contributors to their communities.

Its goal is the education and development of young talented musicians into true professionals, who would be sought after by the premier Conservatories and who would pursue a musical career as performers, educators, and advocates of classical music. Virtuosi provides the opportunity for every talented youth in the Houston area, regardless of race, religion, or income to receive the best education in the field of classical music so that they are competitive in their objective to be music professionals.

As a chamber orchestra with only 50-60 musicians, Virtuosi of Houston makes it possible for each musician to experience increased confidence, leadership, responsibility, and performance skills to move their musical ability to a higher level. virtuosiofhouston.org