The Permian Playhouse has been enriching the lives of West Texas residents with music, dance, drama, suspense, tears and laughter for over 40 years. The Playhouse offers an opportunity for young people to explore the fascinating aspects of theater through the Kaleidoscope Company. 310 West 42nd Street (432) 362-2329.


The Ector Theater is one of Odessa's classic downtown movie theaters.  The renovated 700-seat theater built in 1951 shows classic movies, accommodates live theatrical productions and concerts.  Located at 5th and Texas in downtown Odessa. (432) 337-9595 Theater, (432) 332-9835 Office.




Formed in 1962, The Midland Odessa Symphony and Choral is the premier orchestra in the Permian Basin .  The symphony, chorale and its various ensembles perform with world renowned guest artists and conductors in concerts featuring classical, pops and educational programming throughout the year. Resident ensembles include the Lone Star Brass, the strings of the West and the West Texas Winds.  Concert goers favorites shows include the biennial Pops On Ice performed at the Ector County Coliseum, Holiday Pops featuring Christmas favorites and the Masterworks series highlighting the best of the classics.  Call for performance times and ticket information (432) 563-0921.
 

A bit of Elizabethan England comes to life during the Odessa Shakespeare Festival at The Globe Theatre of the Great Southwest, Shakespearean Library & Anne Hathaway Cottage, modeled after Shakespeare's original Globe. The Globe also produces everything from Broadway musicals to country and Gospel revues. In addition to the Globe Theatre is the Anne Hathaway Cottage, which is a replica of the home Shakespeare built for his true love, Anne Hathaway. There is also a Barter Booth offering everything from souvenirs to refreshments. Grounds of Odessa College , 2308 Shakespeare Road (432) 332-1586.