Residency at Doc's Houston
Bebop Goes Afro-Cuban: The Music of Dizzy Gillespie
Wed, Aug 19, 2026
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Bebop Goes Afro-Cuban: The Music of Dizzy Gillespie
Wed, Aug 19
Celebrate the genius of Dizzy Gillespie in a performance honoring the visionary whose musical evolution spans the fast-paced harmonic innovations of bebop and the groundbreaking fusion of jazz with Afro-Cuban rhythms.
The Felix DeLeon Sextet brings Dizzy Gillespie’s extraordinary career to life with masterpieces such as "Groovin’ High," "Manteca," and "A Night in Tunisia," alongside the stories behind the collaborations that helped shape his legacy.
Don’t forget your appetite - Doc’s kitchen and bar will be open, serving up chef-crafted dishes and curated cocktails to make your night complete!
See you at the show!
About Doc's Houston
Doc's is Houston's premier supper club and live music venue, set inside Montrose's historic Tower Theatre and is a 1936 movie palace whose stage has hosted legends from Ella Fitzgerald to Leon Russell. Opened in 2025 by bandleader and pianist Doc Watkins, the club brings the golden era of the supper club back to Westheimer. Live music runs Tuesday through Saturday, from Doc Watkins and his orchestra to world-class touring artists. Every show in the showroom is an intimate, ticketed concert with reserved seating and attentive table service from the first note to the last. Come early for chef Jose Avila's classic supper club fare: steaks, seafood, and pastas with handcrafted cocktails and wine to match. At Doc's, the goal is simple: to bring joy, with sensational entertainment, exquisite food and drinks, and service that exceeds every expectation. 1201 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006 (281) 805-8787 Tuesday– Saturday 6 PM–midnight