Band Spring Concert
2026-03-24 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Denney Theatre, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Join us as the Kinder HSPVA Symphonic Band performs works by classic and contemporary composers for wind and percussion instruments.

Tickets typically go on sale 30 days before the performance. When they’re available, you can purchase yours here!

Art Gallery: Junior Scholarship Show
2026-03-16 - 2026-03-20 | Gallery, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
The Kinder HSPVA Visual Arts Department presents a variety of gallery shows throughout the school year. The Gallery is located on the 2nd floor. Stop by when the building is open to the public or before a performance!

Spring Dance Concert
2026-03-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Denney Theatre, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
The Dance Department presents the Kinder HSPVA Concert Dancers in the Spring Dance Concert. This repertory performance features contemporary ballet, modern dance, and jazz choreography by Kinder HSPVA Dance faculty and nationally-acclaimed guest choreographers.

Tickets typically go on sale 30 days before the performance. When they’re available, you can purchase yours here!

Photo by Amitava Sarkar

Piano Spring Horizon Recital
2026-03-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Recital Hall, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Join us for an adventurous musical journey as Kinder HSPVA Piano students perform new works, overlooked gems, and lesser-known composers.

Tickets typically go on sale 30 days before the performance. When they’re available, you can purchase yours here!

Piano Spring Classic Recital
2026-03-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Recital Hall, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Kinder HSPVA Piano students perform selections from the standard classical repertoire, including Beethoven, Chopin, Bach, and more!

Tickets typically go on sale 30 days before the performance. When they’re available, you can purchase yours here!

Something Old, Something New
2026-02-26 18:30 - 20:30 | Recital Hall, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
This event will feature the Early Music Ensemble performing music of Heinrich Biber, and Antonio Vivaldi. Vocal soloist Gabriel Al Bochi (’26) will also perform with the ensemble. Other performers include string soloists Ava Zhang and Thea Hakel, pianist Steven Harris, HSPVA Madrigals, and contemporary solo and small ensemble works, including that of composer Lielehua Lanzilotto.
Free admission.

Koffee House
2026-02-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Denney Theatre, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
HSPVA’s Annual Koffee House, in honor of Black History Month, features a wide range of individual performances by the talented students and alumni of The High School for the Performing and Visual Arts—instrumentalists, singer/songwriters, dancers, actors, spoken-word poets, and more. Follow @hspvadiversityseries on instagram for more information.

Tales from the Keys
2026-02-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Recital Hall, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Enjoy this casual concert featuring Kinder HSPVA pianists. Hear each performer’s thoughts on the piece they perform and ask them questions about it! This event is free.

Unheard Voices
2026-02-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Recital Hall, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Patricia Bonner Recital Hall | Free Admission | Ticket required
“Unheard Voices” is a student-led, cross-department collaboration at HSPVA celebrating underrepresented voices in music in honor of Black History Month. Featuring works by Stevie Wonder and Aretha Franklin, the concert was organized in part by Cadence and Color, a student club uplifting Black and women composers.
The Evergreen Quartet will present the world premiere of And Still We Cross by Emmy-winning composer Daniel Bernard Roumain with poetry by Kenneth Morris Jr., who will both attend and speak. The work was made possible through HSPVA’s partnership with Apollo Chamber Players and the support of HSPVA Friends.”
Get your free tickets here.

HSPVA Strings: The Four Seasons
2026-02-02 18:30 - 20:30 | Denney Theatre, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
The HSPVA Strings will present Vivaldi’s masterwork, “The Four Seasons,” with four student soloists, and unique chamber orchestra configurations to use every string player. This project is presented in collaboration with Mercury Chamber Orchestra, and with partial support of Arts Connect Houston.
Tickets are available here.

The PVA Show
2026-01-30 19:00 - 22:30 | Majestic Metro, 911 Preston St, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
This special gallery show, silent auction, and evening of performances benefits the Kinder HSPVA Creative Writing, Theatre, Visual Arts, and Dance Departments. Bid on student art and a variety of gifts, goods, and experiences. Learn more about the 2026 PVA Show!

Spring Limelight
2026-01-30 18:30 - 20:30 | Studio Theatre, 790 Austin Street, Houston, Texas, 77002
Limelight features Kinder HSPVA Vocal Music students performing contemporary song selections. The casual atmosphere is reminiscent of a cabaret or open night mic and is perfect for the whole family!

Tickets typically go on sale 30 days before the performance. When they’re available, you can purchase yours here!

Winter Chamber Music Concert IV
2026-01-23 18:30 - 20:30 | Recital Hall, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Chamber music is at the heart of the Kinder HSPVA Music Department. Students have an opportunity to perform in small ensembles and to collaborate with other instrument families. This concert will feature a variety of instrumentations, including winds, strings, piano, and percussion.

Tickets typically go on sale 30 days before the performance. When they’re available, you can purchase yours here!

Take 10 Staged Readings
2026-01-22 18:30 - 20:30 | Studio Theatre, 790 Austin Street, Houston, Texas, 77002
Kinder HSPVA students present staged readings of their original short plays. This event is free.

Winter Chamber Music Concert III
2026-01-22 18:30 - 20:30 | Recital Hall, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States

Winter Chamber Music Concert II
2026-01-21 18:30 - 20:30 | Recital Hall, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States

Winter Chamber Music Concert I
2026-01-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Recital Hall, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States

Improv Showcase II
2026-01-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Black Box Theatre, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Join us for a showcase of Kinder HSPVA Theatre students performing improv. This event is free.

Improv Showcase I
2026-01-15 18:30 - 20:30 | Black Box Theatre, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States

Art Gallery: Class of 2029 Showcase
2026-01-15 - 2026-01-28 | Gallery, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States

Piano Winter Horizon Recital
2025-12-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Recital Hall, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States

Fall Fusion
2025-12-12 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-12-11 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-12-10 20:20 - 21:20, 2025-12-09 20:00 - 21:00 | Black Box Theatre, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
The Kinder HSPVA Theatre Department presents a showcase of theatrical works. Stay tuned for more info!

Tickets typically go on sale 30 days before the performance. When they’re available, you can purchase yours here!

Piano Winter Classic Recital
2025-12-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Recital Hall, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States

Vocal Winter Concert
2025-12-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Denney Theatre, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
The Winter Concert features ensembles from Kinder HSPVA’s Vocal Music Department, including Chorale, Treble Singers, Tenor/Bass Singers, Madrigals, and Young Performers.

Tickets typically go on sale 30 days before the performance. When they’re available, you can purchase yours here!

Band & Orchestra Winter Concert
2025-12-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Denney Theatre, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Join us as the Kinder HSPVA Symphonic Band and Orchestra perform works by classical and contemporary composers. The Winter Concert features solo performances by the winners of the annual Concerto Competition.

Tickets typically go on sale 30 days before the performance. When they’re available, you can purchase yours here!

Theatre Middle School Workshop
2025-12-06 09:00 - 12:30 | Kinder HSPVA, 790 Austin Street, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
HSPVA Friends’ Middle School Workshops provide opportunities for students in grades 6-8 to participate in classes in Creative Writing, Dance, Instrumental and Vocal Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts.

The workshops are divided by art area and taught by 11th and 12th grade students. While participation has no effect on a student’s application to Kinder HSPVA, each workshop is an excellent educational opportunity and a unique introduction to the specific art areas.
Learn more about the Fall 2025 Middle School Workshops!
