Bill Sansom

Piano Bar

Sunday nights at Michael's Outpost belong to Bill Bartlett and his piano. A Houston institution behind the keys, Bartlett brings the kind of musicianship and warmth that keeps the room singing along — expect classic standards, requests, and an intimate piano bar crowd that knows how to have a good time. Whether you're there to belt out showtunes or just soak in the atmosphere, it's a reliably great night out.

Cocktail Bar

The Broad's Way Drag Show is a late-night drag night at Michael's Outpost on Richmond Avenue in Houston, running Monday, November 16th, 2026 from 9:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Grab a cocktail, claim a seat near the keys and let the queens take the stage. Doors and the bar are open until 2AM, so you've got plenty of time to stay for the afterparty.

Piano Bar

Jerry Atwood, one of Houston's most talented pianists and vocalists, brings his live piano performances to Michael's Outpost on Richmond Ave. Expect smooth vocals, classic standards, showtunes, and crowd sing-alongs in one of the city's favorite intimate cabaret settings. A beloved neighborhood institution, this recurring show draws regulars and newcomers alike for a night of real musicianship and community connection.

Comedy

A weekly Thursday night tradition at Michael's Outpost, Houston's beloved neighborhood piano bar. A rotating lineup of the city's sharpest drag performers brings comedy, lip-syncs, and killer energy in an intimate setting where you can actually hear the jokes and see the faces. Sharp, funny, and never taking itself too seriously — this is what a neighborhood drag show should feel like. Show starts at 9pm.

Cabaret

A night celebrating the best of yesterday through today's lens at Michael's Outpost. Expect a carefully curated mix of drag performances, live singers, and cabaret entertainment blending retro vibes with contemporary flair. Houston's sharpest drag talent takes the stage weekly for an intimate show where the past and present collide — the kind of evening that reminds you why this venue has been a Houston institution for over 25 years.

Piano Bar

Jerry Atwood, one of Houston's most talented pianists and vocalists, brings his live piano performances to Michael's Outpost on Richmond Ave. Expect smooth vocals, classic standards, showtunes, and crowd sing-alongs in one of the city's favorite intimate cabaret settings. A beloved neighborhood institution, this recurring show draws regulars and newcomers alike for a night of real musicianship and community connection.