UHCL News

Buddhist monks return to UHCL, share spiritual traditions

September 08, 2021 | UHCL Staff

Buddhist monks return to UHCL, share spiritual traditions

For the second time since 2017, five Tibetan monks from the Gaden Shartse Norling Monastery in Mundgod, India have made University of Houston-Clear Lake a stop on their “Sacred Arts of Tibet” tour of the U.S. to share Buddhist philosophy and demonstrate the construction of a sacred mandala to students, faculty and the community.

Genre-bending concert to electrify Bayou Theater

September 06, 2021 | UHCL Staff

Genre-bending concert to electrify Bayou Theater

Abraham Lincoln did not know that when he used the phrase, “with malice toward none” in his second inaugural address, that over 150 years later, it would be used as much more than a metaphor. Apollo Chamber Players will perform "With Malice Toward None" at the Bayou Theater on Wednesday, Sept. 15 at 7:30 p.m.

Broadway singer to perform, debut art exhibit at UHCL

August 31, 2021 | UHCL Staff

Broadway singer to perform, debut art exhibit at UHCL

If you love music, art and the voice of a booming baritone entertainer, you’re in luck. On Sept. 8, Broadway actor Jeff McCarthy will perform “A Night of Broadway Cabaret” at the Bayou Theater, as well as opening his first-ever art exhibition, “A View from my Treehouse.”

Live shows resume at Bayou Theater, Mercury opens new season

August 25, 2021 | UHCL Staff

Live shows resume at Bayou Theater, Mercury opens new season

After last year’s almost blanket cancellation of live theater performances, the Bayou Theater at University of Houston-Clear Lake is announcing its new 2021-22 season, presenting 11 new, in-person shows covering numerous genres. In keeping with tradition, the Mercury Chamber Orchestra will open the new season on Friday, Sept. 3 at 7:30 p.m.

'Be Someone' overpass graffiti artist featured at UHCL Art Gallery

July 13, 2021 | UHCL Staff

'Be Someone' overpass graffiti artist featured at UHCL Art Gallery

For someone who wishes to remain anonymous, the “Be Someone” bridge graffiti artist, whose work has become a well-known Houston landmark, would like to make sure his message is heard by as many people as possible. University of Houston-Clear Lake's Art Gallery will exhibit art featuring his affirming "Be Someone" message July 12-Aug. 20.

Enroll your kids in youth summer camps at UH-Clear Lake

May 26, 2021 | UHCL Staff

Enroll your kids in youth summer camps at UH-Clear Lake

From day camps that explore cooking and wildlife to rockets and art, enroll your students in engaging summer programs at University of Houston-Clear Lake to make sure the learning doesn't end. Registration is now open, with camp options for pre-K through 12th grade.

Midnight Mezcal twangs Tex-Mex, country swing at Bayou Theater

May 12, 2021 | UHCL Staff

Midnight Mezcal twangs Tex-Mex, country swing at Bayou Theater

With roots firmly planted in American classic country music, Midnight Mezcal will deliver a blend of honky tonk, conjunto and western swing — Mexican style — in a free performance at the Bayou Theater at University of Houston-Clear Lake on Wednesday, May 19 at 7:30 p.m.

Art School offers more inclusive classes for kids on autism spectrum

May 11, 2021 | UHCL Staff

Art School offers more inclusive classes for kids on autism spectrum

After numerous parents asked for additional art classes with accommodations for their children with autism, Director of University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Art School for Children David Moya looked to graduate students in the university’s Behavioral Analysis program for guidance and training for the school’s teachers.

Exhibition on climate change: 'We are all being affected'

April 29, 2021 | UHCL Staff

Exhibition on climate change: 'We are all being affected'

The natural world has been a source of inspiration for artists since the beginning of time. For Houston artist Jo Zider, her feelings about the environmental perils associated with climate change are channeled through her art. Her latest exhibit will go on display at the University of Houston-Clear Lake Art Gallery starting May 17.

UHCL alum expressing untold stories through art

April 26, 2021 | UHCL Staff

UHCL alum expressing untold stories through art

Caleb Davis came to University of Houston-Clear Lake unsure of what to study. After taking some art classes, said Lecturer of Art and Design Lauren Yandell, Davis found his voice as an artist — and since graduating, he’s found his path forward to build a career in the arts.

Fine Arts students' work featured in exhibition

March 25, 2021 | UHCL Staff

Fine Arts students' work featured in exhibition

For an up-and-coming artist, preparing, hanging and installing artwork in a gallery is an invaluable experience. At University of Houston-Clear Lake, 32 undergraduate art students will be doing just that at the Bachelor of Fine Arts Exhibition, running April 8-30 in the Art Gallery.

Bayou Theater presents Mercury Chamber Orchestra in person

March 16, 2021 | UHCL Staff

Bayou Theater presents Mercury Chamber Orchestra in person

Mercury Chamber Orchestra is pleased to be performing its first in-person concert since the beginning of the pandemic at University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Bayou Theater on March 26 at 7:30 p.m. The ensemble will play a selection of pieces that are personally significant to the concertmaster.