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“Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” rescheduled for July 19-23!

"Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" rescheduled for July 19-23!

Due to complications from Hurricane Beryl, the first weekend of Brazosport Center Stages‘ production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, originally set for July 12-14, is CANCELED. Updated show dates are as follows: Friday, July 19 at 7:30 PM Saturday, July 20 at 7:30 PM Sunday, July 21 at 2:30 PM Monday, July 22 at 7:30 PM Tuesday, July 23 at 7: ...

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Post-Modern Retrospective exhibit opens in Brazosport Art League gallery

Despite a delay due to Hurricane Beryl, Brazosport Art League’s brand new exhibit, Post-Modern Retrospective, is OPEN NOW in the gallery! Featuring bronze sculptures by Ken Ness and paintings by Ken Halvorsen, the show runs through Sunday, August 11. Join us Saturday, July 20 from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM for an opening week recepti ...

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Brazosport Museum of Natural Science CLOSED through early August

Brazosport Museum of Natural Science is CLOSED for previously scheduled maintenance through Friday, August 2. Please be patient with us as we address some necessary repairs. We will reopen on Saturday, August 3 for our annual family-favorite event, Dino Day, so mark your calendars NOW!

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Weather Closure Updates

7/12 UPDATE: This weekend’s performances of Brazosport Center Stages‘ production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, originally set for July 12-14, are CANCELED. Updated show dates are as follows: Friday, July 19 at 7:30 PM Saturday, July 20 at 7:30 PM Sunday, July 21 at 2:30 PM Monday, July 22 at 7:30 PM Tuesday, July 23 at 7:30 PM If y ...

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Constellations are the STAR in July at BASF Planetarium

Join us in July to see the shapes among the stars at BASF Planetarium! Check out our upcoming activities this month: See the July planetarium show, Cartooning Constellations on Tuesdays (July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30) and the 4th Friday, July 26. Enjoy our SUMMER SPECIAL, Friday afternoon planetarium shows at 1:00 PM, including the f ...

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Visit Brazosport Museum of Natural Science and Brazosport Art League gallery at The Center for the Arts & Sciences for FREE! Reserve your tickets online now. Hours of operation are 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Tuesday through Saturday and 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM on Sunday.

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Center Tour Reservations

July 19 @ 11:00 AM

Center Tour Reservations

Free self-guided tours to the Brazosport Art League gallery and Brazosport Museum of Natural Science. Reservations required. Hours are 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Tuesday through Saturday and 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM on Sunday.

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July 20 @ 11:00 AM

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Post-Modern Retrospective reception

July 20 @ 6:30 PM

Despite a delay due to Hurricane Beryl, our brand new exhibit featuring art by Ken Ness & Ken Halvorsen, Post-Modern Retrospective, is OPEN NOW in Brazosport Art League gallery! Join us Saturday, July 20 from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM for an opening week reception. See the show, meet the artists and enjoy drinks & snacks. This event is FREE and open to the public. The exhibit will run through August 11.

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Center Tour Reservations

July 21 @ 2:00 PM

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Brazosport Art League Open Studio

July 22 @ 9:00 AM

Join Brazosport Art League for Open Studio on Mondays & Wednesdays from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM in the studio. BAL members are welcome to bring their own supplies and get creative with other artists! Guests are welcome to attend up to 3 sessions before joining Brazosport Art League ($50 annual membership).

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Brazosport Art League Evening Open Studio

July 22 @ 5:00 PM

Join Brazosport Art League for Evening Open Studio on Mondays from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM in the studio. BAL members are welcome to bring their own supplies and get creative with other artists! Guests are welcome to attend up to 3 sessions before joining Brazosport Art League ($50 annual membership).

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Tuesday Watercolor Class – July

Tuesday Watercolor Class - July

July 23 @ 9:00 AM

Class meets weekly on Tuesdays 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Instructor Robert Ruhmann BAL members – $60 per month Non-members $75 per month Learn about watercolor landscapes and seascapes. Open to all levels of adult students.

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Center Tour Reservations

July 23 @ 11:00 AM

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Tuesday Evening Art Class – July

Tuesday Evening Art Class - July

July 23 @ 6:30 PM

This adult art class meets weekly on Tuesday evenings in the art studio. 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Supplies are included in price of the class. Mediums include watercolor, pastel, clay, and metal jewelry. Class is open to beginner, intermediate and advanced students seeking to advance their understanding of art, the principles of art and becoming the creator they know themselves to be. $60.00 Members Monthly Price $70.00 Non-Member Monthly Price

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Brazosport Art League Open Studio

July 24 @ 9:00 AM

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Featured Planetarium Shows

“We Are Astronomers” planetarium show

"We Are Astronomers" planetarium show

July 19 @ 1:00 PM

1:00 PM TICKETS:

Planetarium members: FREE
Non-members: $5/person

Do you know what an astronomer does? Today's astronomer is not the lone observer of past centuries. This fulldome show reveals the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe.

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Star & Space Story Time

July 20 @ 12:30 PM

Join BASF Planetarium for a FREE “Star & Space Story Time” on Saturdays at 12:30 PM, aimed at children ages 4-10. Each week will feature a different “space themed” story book. Reserve FREE tickets by clicking here! July Schedule: 7/6: Sun, One in a Million 7/13: A Place for Pluto 7/20: Moon's First Friends 7/27: Moon! Earth's Best Friend

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“Max Goes to the Moon” planetarium show

"Max Goes to the Moon" planetarium show

July 20 @ 1:00 PM

1:00 PM TICKETS: Planetarium members: FREE Non-members: $5/person Max the Dog and a young girl named Tori take the first trip to the Moon since the Apollo era, and their trip proves so inspiring to people back on Earth that all the nations of the world come together to build a great Moon colony. From the colony, the views of Earth make everyone realize how small and precious planet Earth is.

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“Cartooning Constellations” planetarium show

"Cartooning Constellations" planetarium show

July 23 @ 7:00 PM

Tuesdays & the 4th Friday July 2, 9, 16, 23, 26 & 30 7:00 PM TICKETS: Planetarium members: FREE Non-members: $5 On clear, dark nights we humans have long looked up at the stars to "connect the dots" and make cartoon pictures. These sky pictures tell stories, mark the passing of the night, and the changing of the seasons, and show our way on Earth and through space. Enjoy ancient and modern constellations through the eyes of celebrated children's author and star cartoonist H.A. Rey, the creator of beloved Curious George.

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“To Worlds Beyond: Journey Through the Solar System” planetarium show

"To Worlds Beyond: Journey Through the Solar System" planetarium show

July 26 @ 1:00 PM

1:00 PM TICKETS:

Planetarium members: FREE
Non-members: $5/person

From the fiery surface of the Sun to the vast canyons of Mars, this fulldome show uses revolutionary discoveries of space missions to give a three-dimensional journey through the worlds of our solar system. This presentation is narrated by Star Trek's John Billingsley.

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“Cartooning Constellations” planetarium show

"Cartooning Constellations" planetarium show

July 26 @ 7:00 PM

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Star & Space Story Time

July 27 @ 12:30 PM

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“Dawn of the Space Age” planetarium show

"Dawn of the Space Age" planetarium show

July 27 @ 1:00 PM

1:00 PM TICKETS: Planetarium members: FREE Non-Members: $5 per person Relive the excitement of the early days of space exploration, from the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik, to the magnificent lunar landings and privately operated space flights. Be immersed and overwhelmed with this most accurate historic reconstruction of Man’s first steps into space. Who were these men and women that took part in these death-defying endeavors? Witness their drive, their passion, and dedication to explore.

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“Cartooning Constellations” planetarium show

"Cartooning Constellations" planetarium show

July 30 @ 7:00 PM

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Science Café – Music: The Science Behind the Art

Science Café - Music: The Science Behind the Art

August 30 @ 7:00 PM

Join us Friday, August 30 at 7:00 PM in BASF Planetarium for a Science Café presentation, Music: The Science Behind the Art, with speaker Brian Casey, conductor of the Brazosport Symphony Orchestra. Attendees will learn about the physical (outside-the-body) aspects of acoustical physics AND the internal (psychological, physiological, neurological) aspects of practice and performance.

Enjoy an evening of socialization, desserts, refreshments and amazing science. This event is open to ages 21+. Registration is $15.

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Brazosport Music

BSO Season Kicks Off

October 12 @ 7:30 PM

Brazosport Symphony Orchestra kicks off its 2024-2025 season on Saturday, October 12! Stay tuned for the full season announcement...

Brazosport Live Theater

“Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” performances

"Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" performances

July 19 @ 7:30 PM

July 19-23 Freeport LNG Theater Friday, Saturday, Monday & Tuesday performances: 7:30 PM Sunday performances: 2:30 PM Tickets are $22 for adults and $16 for students. *PLEASE NOTE: The July 12-14 performances of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang have been canceled due to Hurricane Beryl. <<<PURCHASE TICKETS NOW!>>> Take a fantastic musical adventure with an out-of-this-world car that flies through the air and sails the seas, based on the beloved 1968 film version of Ian Fleming’s children’s book! An eccentric inventor, Caractacus Potts sets about restoring an old race car from a scrap heap with the help of his children, Jeremy and Jemima. They soon discover the car has magical properties, including the ability to float and take flight. Trouble occurs when the evil Baron Bomburst desires the magic car for himself. The family joins forces with Truly Scrumptious and batty Grandpa Potts to outwit the dastardly Baron and Baroness and their villainous henchman, the Child Catcher. Filled with amazing stage spectacle and unforgettable songs, including the Academy Award-nominated title song, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is a high-flying, fun-filled adventure for the entire family.

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“Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” performances

"Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" performances

July 20 @ 7:30 PM

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“Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” performances

"Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" performances

July 21 @ 2:30 PM

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“Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” performances

"Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" performances

July 22 @ 7:30 PM

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“Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” performances

"Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" performances

July 23 @ 7:30 PM

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“The Odd Couple” auditions

"The Odd Couple" auditions

July 29 @ 6:30 PM

Monday, July 29 and Tuesday, July 30 6:30 PM Freeport LNG Theater Show dates are September 13-15 & 20-22 Director: Becky Gore-LaRoche (Contact Becky with questions at 979-292-4151.) Producer: Mary Meyers Cast requirements: 6 men and 2 women Ages and ethnicity are not integral to the storyline, but it must be believable that the 6 men are friends! Details: Auditions will consist of cold readings. Setting: Summer in New York City, 1960s About the play: Neil Simon’s classic comedy opens as a group of the guys are in the midst of their weekly poker game in the apartment of divorced sportswriter, Oscar Madison. And if the mess is any indication, it's no wonder that his wife left him. The apartment is smoke-filled, and the only thing Oscar can offer his guests is warm Coke and moldy sandwiches. The last to arrive is Felix Ungar, who has just been thrown out by his wife. Felix is depressed and seems suicidal, leading Oscar to invite Felix to be his roommate. As Felix takes on the domestic mantle in the apartment and proves just how difficult he is to live with, Oscar is driven to the edge of madness. Poker nights are no longer evenings of smoke, grubbiness, and blokey behavior; instead, the guys are waited on hand and foot by Felix. The final straw occurs when Felix refuses to follow through with a double-date Oscar has set up with the beautiful Pigeon sisters, who live in the same apartment block. The clean freak and the slob come to blows. Audiences will love how the ultimate ‘Odd Couple’ resolves the hysterical conflict! This classic Neil Simon play was the 1965 Tony winner for Best Author of a play and a nominee for Best Play.

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“The Odd Couple” auditions

"The Odd Couple" auditions

July 30 @ 6:30 PM

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