Cultural

Nino Arial is a French comedian, actor, and digital creator who has become one of the most recognizable new faces of French comedy. Known for his sharp observations, spontaneous humor, and strong connection with audiences, he has built a unique career that bridges social media, stand-up comedy, and acting.

Note: This performance is in French.

Event Details: 

Date: Friday, Nov 13, 2026
Time: Doors: 6:00PM | Show: 6:30PM | Ends: 8:15PM  
Place: Jones Hall Auditorium - University of St. Thomas | 1100-1198 Sul Ross St, Houston, TX 77006 

Ticket Prices:

• $49 – Alliance Française Members
• $69 – Non-Members
• VIP Meet & Greet + Premium Seating – $110

VIP Ticket includes:

• Premium reserved seating
• Meet & Greet with Nino Arial after the show
• Photo opportunity with the artist

Note: This performance is in French

VIP Meet & Greet Experience

8:20 PM – 9:00 PM

Enhance your evening with an exclusive post-show Meet & Greet with Nino Arial.

VIP guests will enjoy premium reserved seating during the performance, followed by the opportunity to meet Nino after the show in a relaxed setting. Take a photo, exchange a few words, and celebrate an unforgettable evening with one of France's most exciting comedians.

VIP Ticket Includes:

• Premium reserved seating
• Exclusive Meet & Greet with Nino Arial (9:00 PM – 10:00 PM)
• Individual photo opportunity with the artist

Limited to 30 participants.

Event Details: 

Date: Friday, Nov 13, 2026
Time: Doors: 6:00 PM | Show: 6:30 PM | Ends: 8:15 PM  
Place: Jones Hall Auditorium - University of St. Thomas | 1100-1198 Sul Ross St, Houston, TX 77006 

VIP Ticket Price: 

• VIP Meet & Greet + Premium Seating – $110

Includes:

• Premium reserved seating
• Meet & Greet with Nino Arial after the show
• Photo opportunity with the artist

Thursday, November 19 at 7:00pm
•Fiction • Comédie • Comédie dramatique • 2023 • 1h49
Movie in French with English subtitles

Director: Frédéric Mermoud
With: Suzanne Jouannet, Marie Colomb, Maud Wyler

Admission: Free for members | $10 for non-members

Projection proposée par l'Institut Français 

Violette a 8 ans, du caractère à revendre et un nouveau tuteur ! En effet, depuis la mort de ses parents, elle doit vivre chez son oncle Régis, agent d’entretien au château de Versailles. Lui, c’est un géant bourru, elle une petite fille têtue qui refuse de lui parler et fugue dès qu’elle peut ! Mais dans les coulisses dorées du Roi Soleil ces deux solitaires vont peu à peu s’apprivoiser , apprendre à se connaître, et se découvrir une nouvelle famille...

Perfect for children ages 6+ and their families.

📅 Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
🕡 Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Alliance Française de Houston | 427 Lovett Blvd., Houston, TX 77006
🎟 Admission: 

Members and their children: Free

Non-Members:

• Kids Ticket: $8 (Free for accompanying adults)
  
• Adults without accompanying children: $8

Thursday, December 10 at 7:00pm
•Fiction • Drame  • 2024 • 1h46
Movie in French and Korean with English subtitles

Director: Koya Kamura
With: Roschdy Zem, Kim Bella

Admission: Free for members | $10 for non-members

Projection proposée par l'Institut Français 

• Date: Saturday, December 12, 2026
• Time: 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM
• Location: Alliance Française de Houston, 427 Lovett Blvd, Houston, TX 77006
• Admission: Free to the public - RSVP required