PHOTOS: Comic book, pop culture characters came to life at Comicpalooza in...
From Egyptian gods to your favorite Marvel character to beloved children's comics characters, all kinds of people came through for Comicpalooza at the George R. Brown Convention Center.
View Article‘Crazy Rich Asians’ author Kevin Kwan weaves a new tale of decadence in...
The former Houstonian returns to town this week to promote his new novel "Lies and Weddings."
View ArticleStages Houston names Derek Charles Livingston as its new artistic director
Livingston, currently with the Utah Shakespeare Festival, will take over in August for Kenn McLaughlin, who is retiring after 23 years with the performing arts organization.
View ArticleMusic professor retires from Rice following allegations of inappropriate...
The allegations involve claims from several former students who accuse William VerMeulen of engaging in inappropriate behavior during his tenure as a professor of horn at Rice's Shepherd School of Music.
View ArticleThe Bigger Picture: ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ and how historical...
We explore what the new Planet of the Apes film has to say about legacy and how that is relevant to Texas history.
View Article“The Ultimate Guard Dogz” combines a passion for both dogs and drawing
Author and illustrator Tory Bush explains how 15 years of work, some of them while in prison, eventually resulted in his graphic novel series.
View ArticleReflecting on the music and legacy of Dave Brubeck
An upcoming performance in Houston will feature Brubeck's broad variety of musical output.
View ArticleHouston Pride Month 2024: Series of celebrations planned throughout June
There are lots of ways to commemorate Pride month in Houston, including fitness activities, parties, markets, brunches, parades, festivals and Pride nights at local professional sporting events.
View ArticleBaytown has a new sculpture trail to bring people back to town square
This year's sculptures were installed in April, and will stick around until March of next year.
View ArticleTrill Burgers can stay open but must restrict assets as legal battle between...
The temporary injunction was issued in favor of co-founders Benson and Patsy Vivares, who made counterclaims after they were sued last August by fellow co-founders Bernard "Bun B" Freeman, Andy Nguyen...
View ArticleLife obstacles inspire the music of Houston singer-songwriter Catterina
The local artist visited Houston Public Media for a rooftop Skyline Sessions performance.
View ArticleWhat happens when a King no longer wants his crown?
How the series "Ren Faire" explores that and other questions after a half century of the Texas Renaissance Festival
View ArticleYoung composers get their works performed by Houston orchestra
ROCO teamed up with the American Composers Orchestra and League of American Orchestras to workshop new pieces by living composers.
View ArticleHouston’s award-winning Saint Arnold Brewing Company ‘still thriving’ after...
Saint Arnold, which bills itself as Texas' oldest craft brewery, is holding a 30th anniversary celebration Saturday featuring a lineup of Houston musicians.
View ArticleHow to celebrate Juneteenth in Houston, Galveston in 2024
Events begin this weekend and include a reenactment of the reading of General Order No. 3, and a march to Reedy Chapel, the church that is the "Birthplace of Juneteenth."
View ArticleOn stage or screen, one story still “dials” up suspense for Houstonians
“Dial M for Murder” is on stage now at Alley Theatre; the 1954 Hitchcock film was also just recently shown at MFAH.
View ArticleA Houston break dancer is looking for his big break on first ever Olympic team
The final team will be announced later this month after the last competition of the Olympic Qualifying Series in Budapest.
View ArticleWhy author Varsha Bajaj believes it’s important for young readers to feel...
The Houston area author discusses her writing career and background, as well as her latest book, “A Garland of Henna.”
View Article80 voices, a band, and a 90-year-old effort to bring music to Houston
We talk with Van English, executive director of the all-volunteer nonprofit Houston Show Choir.
View Article10 ways to improve downtown Houston
From a major chain grocery store, to better parking, and even a carousel, Houston Matters listeners offer suggestions on how to make downtown better.
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