re: Houston rodeo trip

Action or chute seats are probably the best for the rodeo and concert but these come with a price. Some tickets allow for dirt access which means that during the concert you can go down right in front of the stage. I usually sit in section 124 for rodeo and the view is great. There really isn't a bad seat for rodeo because the stage spins.
Chairmans level is great because it includes alcohol and food.

The only advice I have for rodeo is wear comfortable shoes and bring cash. If you come in the first weekend, check out the ranch rodeo in NRG Arena. It's local rodeo teams and it is pretty cool.

Also check out the Hideout. It's free with your ticket and features actual country music artists instead of this top 40 pop country.