Feb. 1, El Paso Museum of Art. “Patterns of Progress: Bird’s-Eye Views of Texas,” on display until Feb. 4, features important portraits of cities in Texas from the 19th century. “Fantasy and Figuration: The Recent Work of Teódulo Rómulo,” highlights the recent work of the prolific artist Teódulo Rómulo, who maintains dual citizenship with Mexico and France, and will be on display the whole month of February. Vibrant and intense colors, biomorphic iconographic forms and a visual playfulness are recurring elements in his work. El Paso Museum of Art, One Arts Festival Plaza. Info: 915.532.1707 or www.elpasoartmuseum.org.

Feb. 1-4, My Little Pony Live! “The World’s Biggest Tea Party,” Pinkie Pie and her seven charming Ponyville friends each have an extra-special talent and skill to help with the party! And, along the way, children will learn important lessons about the true meaning of friendship from the wholesome, loving and playful spirit of everybody’s favorite “My Little Pony” friends. Abraham Chavez Theatre. Tickets: $11-$20 + applicable service fees. Info and show times: 915.544.8444, or, for group sales, 915.534.0633.

Feb. 1-4, Mamma Mia! Broadway’s Biggest Blockbuster! “Dancing Queen,” “Take A Chance on Me” and “Waterloo”… You know and love these ABBA classics, so do not miss your chance to see this wonderfully entertaining show featuring 22 of their timeless songs, and one enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship. A mother, a daughter, three possible dads, and a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! Over 20 million people worldwide have already fallen in love with this ultimate feel-good show. Plaza Theatre. Tickets: $37, $57, $67 + applicable service fees. Info and show times: 915.544.8444.

Feb. 1-11, “Emperor’s New Clothes.” Kevin P. Mullin writes and directs this original play based on the vain emperor, gullible citizens and the power of suggestion. Kids-N-Co. Education and Performance Center, 1301 Texas. Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m. Sundays 2:30 p.m. Tickets: $4-$6. Info: 915.351.1455.

Feb. 3, Toma Mi Corazon Heart Auction. The 6th annual auction features “Heart Art” made on wooden hearts by regional artists. Proceeds benefit AVANCE, Inc. a private, non-profit organization founded in San Antonio, Texas in 1973, whose primary purpose is to prepare children for school by educating parents to be the first and the most important teachers of children. The mission of AVANCE, Inc. - El Paso is to help young families break the cycle of poverty through early childhood development, parenting and adult literacy. Hal Marcus Gallery. Info: 915.351.2419.

Feb. 8-10, Home & Garden Expo. The El Paso Association of Builders and Expo Ltd. presents the annual Home & Garden Expo. More than 100 companies are involved, providing exhibits, demonstrations and seminars aimed at the needs of a homeowner, whether building a home or remodeling. El Paso Convention Center. Info: 1.866.880.5880.

Feb. 9-Mar. 3, Fools. Written by Neil Simon and directed by Fred Keyser, this fool ridden play entails a teacher who lands a job in a small Russian town that has been cursed with chronic stupidity for 200 years, and his job is to break the curse. If he stays over 24 hours and fails to break the curse, he becomes stupid as well. However, he has fallen in love with a girl so stupid that she has only recently learned to sit down. El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. Play starts at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. on Sundays Feb. 11, 18 and 25. Tickets: $6-$10. Info: 915.532.1317.

Feb. 14, Goo Goo Dolls. With alternative origins, the mainstream pop/rockers Goo Goo Dolls will be in El Paso for a one-night only concert to promote their newest album release titled “Let Love In.” This is the Goo Goo Dolls’ 8th studio release album. Formed in 1986, the Goo Goo Dolls have experienced success with albums reaching gold to triple-platinum status. Plaza Theatre. 8 p.m. Tickets: $28.50-$33.50 + applicable service fees. Info: 915.544.8444.

Feb. 14, Love Letters. Written by A.R. Gurney and directed by Jan H. Wolfe, “Love Letters” is a special romantic Valentine’s Day performance, featuring off-stage couple Fred and Kate Keyser. El Paso Playhouse, 2501 Montana. 8 p.m. Tickets: $6-$10. Info: 915.532.1317.

Feb. 23 & 24, EPSO - Classical Concert #5. Percussionist David Cossin is the guest musician for this February concert by the El Paso Symphony Orchestra. The works to be performed are Dukas’ “The Sorcerers Apprentice,” Stravinksy’s “Firebird Suite,” and Tan Dun’s Concerto for Water Percussion and Orchestra. Plaza Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $10-$35. Info: 915.532.3776.

Feb. 25-May 6, Soundings: Benito Huerta, Work from 1992-2005. Organized by the South Texas Institute for the Arts this exhibition contains 50 works of art that includes paintings, watercolors, prints and drawings. Over the past several decades, Huerta has developed a unique style that interweaves many modernist conventions with iconography drawn from a personal perspective on culture: art, ethnic and popular culture. With his diverse background in painting, writing and teaching, Huerta’s work is informed by his heritage and personal experiences. El Paso Museum of Art, One Arts Festival Plaza. Info: 915.532.1707 or www.elpasoartmuseum.org.

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