Wortham Theater Center, Performing arts center in Downtown Houston, United States.
The Wortham Theater Center contains two main venues, the Brown Theater and Cullen Theater, designed for different types of performances and artistic events.
Architect Gene Aubry completed the construction of the Wortham Theater Center in 1987, transforming a former office building into a major cultural institution.
The center presents international ballet companies, opera productions, and classical music concerts throughout the year, connecting Houston with global artistic expressions.
The facility offers accessible seating arrangements, modern sound systems, and multiple ticket packages for performances through its box office and website.
Located at the intersection of Texas Avenue and Smith Street, the center maintains educational programs that engage local students with professional artists.
Location: Houston
Inception: May 5, 1987
Architects: Gene Aubry
Official opening: May 5, 1987
Website: https://visithoustontexas.com/theater/venues/wortham-center
GPS coordinates: 29.76330,-95.36560
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:47
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