Maria Perez-Montes, MD

The Harbor Playhouse is an amazing community resource that has done so much to preserve and enhance the cultural and artistic heritage in Corpus Christi. With 94 years of experience, they have consistently provided top-notch theatrical productions and educational programming at affordable prices. Their passion is admirable for bringing live theater to everyone in the community, regardless of their background or financial situation. Their year-round schedule of classic and contemporary musicals and plays is always impressive, and they also offer a variety of educational opportunities. They prioritize cultural programming to promote an appreciation for theater as an art form and encourage leadership skills in their participants. The Playhouse is committed to cultivating the next generation of passionate citizens and art advocates.

Did you know that The Ritz Theatre is one of the last historic buildings remaining in Corpus Christi? It was built in 1929 and was the first talking movie theater in the area. The Ritz was one of the finest theaters in Texas and is now best known as The Ritz Music Hall, which housed a great range of artists from Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, and Stevie Ray Vaughn to Metallica and Def Leppard in the 70s. Recently, PATCH, the non-profit organization behind the restoration of The Ritz, has launched a dynamic new action plan. They have published a manifesto about Corpus Christi, a "State of The Ritz" document, and a call to the community for help.