What we’re about
More and More is the social extension of the Houston Area Trails and More (HATs) group. A way to join with hikers and non-hikers in off the trail activities. We have events featuring popular music, classical music, arts, lectures on civic affairs, game nights & walks. And the list keeps growing.
Membership is open to all. Event leaders must be active hikers in HATs. Contact Tom or Alan if you want to host an event.
If you want to hike with HATs. Find us here: https://www.meetup.com/hatsandmore/events/
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- HOUSTON BALLET @ Miller Outdoor TheatreMiller Outdoor Theatre, Houston, TX
Come see the HOUSTON BALLET perform Sat. May 11th with the More & More Meetup group.
The HOUSTON BALLET is the 4th largest ballet company in the nation!
The HOUSTON BALLET will be performing a full evening of ballet with highlights of works created by the company over the past 20 seasons.
Gathering Place:
We will meet near the picnic tables by the concession stand, on the side closer to the stage door. At 7:00PM, I will go to the hill and set up. If you can't make it at 7:00PM, we'll hold some space. Look for our location in the comments. The performance starts 8:00PM.The hill is divided with the left side allowing chairs and the right reserved for blankets. We sit on the chair side.
What to bring:
Chair or blanket. Blankets may have an obstructed view.Drinks and snacks. Adult beverages are allowed. The city prohibits glass containers in the park. (We don't check and the city never has objected to discreet wine bottles.) It's always more fun when people bring snacks to share.
Parking:
There are two main parking areas for Miller.The Zoo lot has more spaces
Parking Lot F
Google Maps LinkThe Centennial Gardens Lot has easier exits after the show
Parking Lot C
Google Maps LinkWeather Forecast:
Click HereMore about the Miller Season:
Miller Theatre WebsiteAbout More and More:
We are a group of friends that gather for low cost arts presentations and other special events. All are welcome to join.If you know of any free or low cost arts events please let us know. If you have an event you would like to share with your Meetup friends, contact Tom about hosting an event.
- Houston Grand Opera - Puccini's Madam ButterflyMiller Outdoor Theatre, Houston, TX
About The Performance:
A cavalier young American naval officer (Pinkerton) signs a contract for a "temporary" wife while in port in the recently opened Japan. A naive young Japanese woman (Butterfly) dreams of a new life and is willing to defy her family and the traditional roles for women to become an American wife. Pinkerton leaves with his ship, promising to return. A child is born. She waits and waits. He returns. Will they reunite? Does Pinkertons calling out "Butterfly" make a difference? Will anyone live happily ever after in this timeless tale of love, betrayal, and cultural conflict?This is romantic era opera. So...
Rave Reviews:
Those of us who saw this production during the main season were thrilled by it. I think you will be as well.The event page on the Miller site.
Article from WikipediaThe Music:
The opera is mostly about the idealistic Butterfly accompanied by her more realistic maid, Suzuki. And the best songs are the female duets.From YouTube:
Flower Song
Un bel dí vedremo
Humming ChorusGathering Place:
We will meet near the picnic tables by the concession stand, on the side closer to the stage door. At 7:00pm I go to the hill and set up. If you can't make it at 7:00, we'll hold some space. Look for our location in the comments. The concert starts at 8:00.The hill is divided with the left side allowing chairs and the right reserved for blankets. We sit on the chair side.
What to bring:
Chair or blanket. Blankets may have an obstructed view.Drinks and snacks. Adult beverages are allowed. The city prohibits glass containers in the park. (We don't check and the city never has objected to discreet wine bottles.) It's always more fun when people bring snacks to share.
Parking:
There are two main parking areas for Miller.The Zoo lot has more spaces
Parking Lot F
Google Maps LinkThe Centennial Gardens Lot has easier exits after the show
Parking Lot C
Google Maps LinkWeather Forecast:
Click HereMore about the Miller Season:
Miller Theatre WebsiteAbout More and More:
We are a group of friends that gather for low cost arts presentations and other special events. All are welcome to join.If you know of any free or low cost arts events please let us know. If you have an event you would like to share with your Meetup friends, contact Tom about hosting an event.
