Friends of River Oaks Theatre

Friends of River Oaks Theatre has been working joyously since March 2021 to preserve Houston’s only art house cinema.

Upcoming Events

Nouvelle Vague - 35mm

Nouvelle Vague - 35mm

Friday, December 19, 2025 7:00 PM-9:00 PM @MFAH - Brown Auditorium

After writing for Cahiers du cinéma, a young Jean-Luc Godard decides making films is the best film criticism. He convinces producer Georges de Beauregard to fund a low-budget feature, and creates a treatment with fellow New Wave filmmaker François Truffaut about a gangster couple. The result? Breathless, one of the first features of the Nouvelle Vague era of French cinema.

Nouvelle Vague - 35mm

Nouvelle Vague - 35mm

Saturday, December 20, 2025 7:00 PM-9:00 PM @MFAH - Brown Auditorium

After writing for Cahiers du cinéma, a young Jean-Luc Godard decides making films is the best film criticism. He convinces producer Georges de Beauregard to fund a low-budget feature, and creates a treatment with fellow New Wave filmmaker François Truffaut about a gangster couple. The result? Breathless, one of the first features of the Nouvelle Vague era of French cinema.

Nouvelle Vague - 35mm

Nouvelle Vague - 35mm

Sunday, December 21, 2025 5:00 PM-7:00 PM @MFAH - Brown Auditorium

After writing for Cahiers du cinéma, a young Jean-Luc Godard decides making films is the best film criticism. He convinces producer Georges de Beauregard to fund a low-budget feature, and creates a treatment with fellow New Wave filmmaker François Truffaut about a gangster couple. The result? Breathless, one of the first features of the Nouvelle Vague era of French cinema.

Big Picture Series: John Cameron Mitchell Master Class

Big Picture Series: John Cameron Mitchell Master Class

Sunday, December 28, 2025 12:00 PM-2:00 PM @Café Brasil

Arthouse Houston is thrilled to present a spectacular one-night-only event in our BIG Picture Series, featuring the visionary creator of Hedwig and the Angry InchJohn Cameron Mitchell! Reserve your free master class seat today!


Tickets to the rest of the event must be purchased separately.


VIP Experience or General Admission


The Master Class (Noon – 2:00 PM)

  • A FREE, 2-hour Master Class with John Cameron Mitchell, exploring his 42 years of storytelling across writing, directing, performing, and more. A vital opportunity for film students, writers, artists, and students of life.
  • Details: Lunch and beverages are available for purchase.
  • No Charge to Attend, but Reservations are required due to limited capacity. Reserve your spot when purchasing your event ticket!

Big Picture Series: HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH with JCM LIVE (VIP Experience)

Big Picture Series: HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH with JCM LIVE (VIP Experience)

Sunday, December 28, 2025 5:30 PM-10:00 PM @#Numbers

HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH Screening with John Cameron Mitchell: LIVE Director’s Commentary + Live Music Set


Arthouse Houston is thrilled to present a spectacular one-night-only event in our BIG Picture Series, featuring the visionary creator of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, John Cameron Mitchell! Join us for a full day of film, music, and an exclusive look behind the curtain of this iconic, genre-defining rock musical.


Cinephiles, check your email for a 25% off discount code to use on your purchase!


Elevate your evening with the VIP Experience, offering unparalleled access and exclusive perks for the ultimate Hedwig fan.

This premium ticket includes everything in General Admission, plus these exclusive benefits:


  • Pre-Show VIP Toast on Stage: Before the doors open to the general public, join an intimate pre-show reception on stage. You will be invited on stage at NUMBERS to participate in a special toast to John Cameron Mitchell!
  • Meet & Greet Opportunity: This pre-show gathering offers a unique chance for a brief meet-and-greet experience with John Cameron Mitchell.
  • Signature Cocktail & Special Treat: Enjoy a specially curated signature cocktail and a delightful treat during the private reception.
  • Signed Show Poster: You will receive a commemorative, event-specific poster, personally signed by John Cameron Mitchell, to take home as a keepsake.


The VIP Experience includes access to the entire evening, featuring a private pre-show reception, a screening with live director's Commentary, and a live music set with John Cameron Mitchell, Amber Martin, and Chapman Welch.

This is your chance to get up close and personal with the creator of Hedwig!


A Full Day with John Cameron Mitchell

Experience the film like never before, hear the stories behind the legend, and get up close with a true artist.


1. The Master Class (Noon – 2:00 PM) - Optional

  • A FREE, 2-hour Master Class with John Cameron Mitchell, exploring his 42 years of storytelling across writing, directing, performing, and more. A vital opportunity for film students, writers, artists, and students of life.
  • Details: Lunch and beverages are available for purchase.
  • No Charge to Attend, but Reservations are required due to limited capacity. Reserve today!


2. LIVE Director’s Commentary (Showtime)

  • A screening of the Golden Globe-nominated film, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, featuring LIVE Director's Commentary from John Cameron Mitchell himself! Go behind the scenes of the gender-queer punk-rock saga of an East German singer on a chaotic U.S. tour.


3. Live Music Set (Immediately Following)

  • A powerful Live Music Set featuring John Cameron Mitchell performing beloved songs from Hedwig and some classic David Bowie tunes from his "Origins of Love Tour" set—including "Queen Bitch."
  • Special Guests: Featuring celebrated NYC vocalist and performing artist Amber Martin, and award-winning guitarist Chapman Welch.

Big Picture Series: HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH with JCM LIVE (General Admission)

Big Picture Series: HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH with JCM LIVE (General Admission)

Sunday, December 28, 2025 7:30 PM-11:30 PM @#Numbers

HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH Screening with John Cameron Mitchell: LIVE Director’s Commentary + Live Music Set


Arthouse Houston is thrilled to present a spectacular one-night-only event in our BIG Picture Series, featuring the visionary creator of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, John Cameron Mitchell! Join us for a full day of film, music, and an exclusive look behind the curtain of this iconic, genre-defining rock musical.


Two ticket options are available for this event. Please select the ticket type at checkout.


General Admission - $65

Special Discount Seating Section - $35


Cinephiles, check your email for a 25% off discount code to use on your purchase!


A Full Day with John Cameron Mitchell

Experience the film like never before, hear the stories behind the legend, and get up close with a true artist.


1. The Master Class (Noon – 2:00 PM) - Optional

  • A FREE, 2-hour Master Class with John Cameron Mitchell, exploring his 42 years of storytelling across writing, directing, performing, and more. A vital opportunity for film students, writers, artists, and students of life.
  • Details: Lunch and beverages are available for purchase.
  • No Charge to Attend, but Reservations are required due to limited capacity: Reserve Now!


2. LIVE Director’s Commentary (Showtime)

  • A screening of the Golden Globe-nominated film, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, featuring LIVE Director's Commentary from John Cameron Mitchell himself! Go behind the scenes of the gender-queer punk-rock saga of an East German singer on a chaotic U.S. tour.


3. Live Music Set (Immediately Following)

  • A powerful Live Music Set featuring John Cameron Mitchell performing beloved songs from Hedwig and some classic David Bowie tunes from his "Origins of Love Tour" set—including "Queen Bitch."
  • Special Guests: Featuring celebrated NYC vocalist and performing artist Amber Martin, and award-winning guitarist Chapman Welch.

Raised a boy in East Berlin, Hedwig undergoes a personal transformation in order to emigrate to the U.S., where she reinvents herself as an 'internationally ignored' but divinely talented rock diva, inhabiting a 'beautiful gender of one'.