SPECIAL EVENTS

Texas Southern University presents TSU Honors: Inspiration Revealed, Thursday, April 07, 2011 at 7:30 PM, in Wortham Center-Cullen Theatre.

Following its phenomenal debut in 2009, the TSU Honors returns with a spectacular celebration of the Arts on April 7, 2011 at the Wortham Center in Downtown Houston. Producers Eileen Morris (Artistic Director, Ensemble Theater) and Jordyn Lorenz return to lead an all-star cast of local and national talent in a moving tribute to Texas Southern's legendary performing and visual arts programs.

The show will celebrate the legacies of the programs' pioneers, including internationally acclaimed artist John Biggers. It will also pay tribute to TSU alumni whose talents have had global impact: GRAMMY Award-winning Saxophonist Kirk Whalum, Artist Kermit Oliver and Playwright Thomas Meloncon.

Click here to learn more about the 2011 honorees.

Click here to learn more about the 2011 performers.

You don't want to miss a special performance by Kirk Whalum, son Kyle Whalum and nephew Kenneth Whalum, a jamming tribute from the mighty Ocean of Soul Marching Band and a surprise performance!

Guests will enjoy a pre-reception at 6 p.m. featuring the TSU Chamber Orchestra. The awards show will start at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available now starting at $85.