Galveston's visual and performing arts culture continues to thrive as visitors browse through art galleries during the day before heading out at night to catch their favorite musicals in the heart of Historic Galveston Island.

In fact, arts and entertainment are as much a part of the Island’s history as its port and Victorian architecture. From theater, music and dance, in historic and traditional settings, to reggae, rock, country and the oldies in the city’s nightspots, Galveston sparkles at night.

Postoffice Street Arts & Entertainment District is nestled in the famous Strand National Historic Landmark District, only three short blocks from The Strand. This district is home to quaint galleries that feature various types of art from local, national and internationally recognized artists.

Every six weeks, the art galleries welcome Island visitors and Galvestonians alike into their galleries for ArtWalk; an event that provides visitors with wine and cheese while leading them through the historic streets and into boutiques and galleries.

The Grand 1894 Opera House presents a year-round performing arts schedule featuring international stars of stage and screen, Broadway musicals, dance, music and comedy productions. Called “one of the finest theaters in the world” by veteran actor Hal Holbrook, The Grand is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and was designated the “official opera house of the State of Texas” by the 73rd legislature. Past performers have included Bill Cosby, Gregory Peck, James Earl Jones, Bernadette Peters, and Willie Nelson. The Grand also presented the world premier production of Red, White and Tuna, as well as Tuna Does Vegas.

Island etc (east-end theater company) strives to present innovative and cutting-edge
productions by both known and new playwrights. The elegant 200-seat theatre is home to plays, musicals, concerts and film festivals year-round.

If it’s a just-released motion picture you would like to see, Premiere Cinema, a multi-screen theater, is conveniently located on Seawall Boulevard at 89th Street.

From Broadway to dance to visual arts, Galveston Island is a art-lover's paradise.

From Blog.Galveston.com

Mon, 14 May 2012 17:46:07 +0000 Bold-Patterned Quilts on Display at the 1861 Custom House Elaborate bold colors and star-studded patterns – many with Texas themes – blanket the walls of Galveston Historical Foundation’s 1861 Custom House as part of the Mainland Morning Quilt Guild’s Annual Show. Fri, 13 Apr 2012 17:49:16 +0000 “Twelve” Project Returns to ArtWalk April 21st Crazy. Weird. Strange. Fun. Hard-working. Lively. Broken-down. Re-Built. Beautiful. Galveston is a diverse city, but even with all the diversity it offers we rarely see into the worlds of others. How does a teacher see Galveston compared to a student? What’s it like to move here or to grow up here all your life? It's not a Galveston phenomenon to surround ourselves with people most similar to us, but rather a human one. The TWELVE project is trying to break such cycles through an art exhibition that features twelve islanders’ perspectives of Galveston, and their views on what makes it a unique and diverse place to live. Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:42:38 +0000 Galveston’s The Strand: Jewel of the Historic Downtown Prosperous in the 19th century because of the nearby port, The Strand became known as the “Wall Street of the Southwest.” And thanks to efforts over the years to save and restore several blocks of unique 19th century commercial buildings, the Downtown Strand Seaport District is now a revitalized commercial core with more than 100 restaurants, shops, historic attractions, antique stores and art galleries. Tue, 03 Jan 2012 22:05:55 +0000 Galveston Steinway Piano Silenced by Hurricane Ike Lives On as Art Submerged under contaminated saltwater during the September 2008 hurricane, the nine-foot Steinway Concert Grand Piano at The Grand 1894 Opera House now lives on as an impressive artwork – a glass covered conference table used in the administrative offices of the performing arts theater. Wed, 16 Nov 2011 17:00:23 +0000 “Imagine Christmas” at Moody Gardens December 15-27 Moody Gardens and Island Star Performances invite you to relive the story of Christ’s birth with "Imagine Christmas," a one-of-a-kind show that captures the wonder of God’s miraculous gift to mankind. Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:52:44 +0000 Galveston Tree Art the Island’s Biggest Winter Tourist Attraction Galveston's tree art figures are actually carvings from trees killed by Hurricane Ike in 2008. With their sharp cutting tools, sculptors breathed new life into the doomed tree trunks and branches – many of them live oaks whose grand leafy canopies once shaded quiet streets. Wed, 05 Oct 2011 15:17:53 +0000 Haunted October: Galveston’s Intriguing Ghost Stories and Tours Ghost stories abound within Galveston cemeteries, haunted Victorian homes and in island hotels – all brought on by a history of marauding pirates, yellow fever and malaria epidemics, cannibalistic Indians and punishing hurricanes. Tue, 13 Sep 2011 16:06:18 +0000 Island Oktoberfest Returns October 21-22 Historic downtown Galveston will come alive when the 30th annual Island Oktoberfest kicks off Friday evening, October 21st from 5-11 pm. This fun, family weekend of great music, authentic German food, libations, auction, raffle, games, and much more will continue with extended hours on Saturday, October 22, from 11 am - 11 pm on the grounds of and streets adjacent to First Lutheran Church, 24th and Winnie. Tue, 16 Aug 2011 17:46:29 +0000 “A Tuna Christmas” Returns to The Grand "A Tuna Christmas" returns to Galveston’s Grand 1894 Opera House for a jingling of laughter December 13-23, 2011. Performance times for this hilarious sequel to the hit comedy "Greater Tuna" are 8pm Monday thru Friday; 2pm & 8pm Saturday; and 2pm & 7pm Sunday. Mon, 08 Aug 2011 17:42:53 +0000 Galveston’s Summer Pop Band Concerts Nearing End of Season Don’t miss the last two summer pop band concerts! The Galveston Beach Band will perform at 7:30PM Tuesday, August 9 and Tuesday, August 16.

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