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Encore Houston
Encore Houston, Episode 182: Ars Lyrica
Posted on · Ars Lyrica presents three works by J.S. Bach.
Houston Matters
The Bigger Picture: All the President’s Men and the politics of paranoia
Posted on · Examining how films of the 1970s were influenced by the politics of the era.
Town Square
Actor Colton Haynes sends message to queer kids everywhere that they’re ‘worthy of love without pain.’
Posted on · Today, the 'Teen Wolf' and 'Arrow' actor discusses his new memoir “Miss Memory Lane” - a book about his struggles, addiction, abuse, suicide, and issues with his sexuality.
Town Square
LIVE from historical Ashton Villa in Galveston, Texas – the birthplace of Juneteenth
Posted on · Today, we're on location where African Americans were officially declared free from slavery on June 19, 1865. Our conversation reflects on a time of celebration, while learning the history and the deeper meaning of the Juneteenth holiday itself.
Town Square
America’s Test Kitchen has your best gadgets for 2022
Posted on · If the kitchen is your happy place, then you might be looking for the next hot cooking gadget - and we have quite the list.
Food
Houston SpongeBob SquarePants restaurant operators owe $6 million to Paramount
Posted on · Owners of “The Rusty Krab” were accused of improperly using names and images from the popular cartoon.
Guns
Uvalde mural unveiled as local advocates push for policy changes in wake of shooting
Posted on · The mural displays three children holding a sign that reads "keep us safe" -- behind them are the names of those who died during the shooting.
Town Square
Remembering the burial of George Floyd: Two years later, has anything changed in society?
Posted on · Political and journalism experts discuss how African Americans really feel about their safety and what still needs to be fixed.
Town Square
Aldine ISD drama teacher honored with prestigious Tony Award. Plus, wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins’ mother inspires others as a survivor and advocate of domestic violence.
Posted on · Roshunda Jones-Koumba will be presented with the 2022 Tony Award for Excellence in Theatre Education, an honor that acknowledges a theater educator shaping the next generation of artists and performers. And, Sabrina Greenlee shares her personal story of domestic abuse, how it continues to harm our communities, and the work she is doing to help survivors.
Houston Matters
The Full Menu: The best places for BBQ in Houston in 2022
Posted on · Food writers discuss their favorite places to get barbecue in Houston these days.
Town Square
Small performing arts theater season set to challenge thoughts, focusing on important social issues
Posted on · Houston local and community theaters' 2022-2023 season lineup continues to be an influential factor in helping understand the rich diversity that makes up our own communities.
Encore Houston
Encore Houston, Episode 181: KINETIC
Posted on · Musicians from KINETIC perform works by Schulhoff, Klatzow, and Higdon.
Houston Matters
The Bigger Picture: ‘MEN’ and the psychology of masculinity
Posted on · Houston Matters considers what Alex Garland's new horror film says about men.
Encore Houston
Encore Houston, Episode 180: Houston Jazz Collective – Mike Moreno
Posted on · Jazz guitarist Mike Moreno performs tracks from his albums and tunes by Wayne Shorter and Victor Young.
Town Square
The great debate of Texas barbeque
Posted on · For National Barbeque Month, experts join us in a conversation about what makes barbeque the best — from the way it is prepared, to the places in Texas that serve it up right.
Town Square
History of Asians and Asian Americans in Houston
Posted on · May is AAPI Heritage Month. AAPI stands for Asian American and Pacific Islander – a community that has deep and diverse roots here in Houston.
Encore Houston
Encore Houston, Episode 179: River Oaks Chamber Orchestra
Posted on · ROCO performs works by Aaron Jay Kernis and Modest Mussorgsky.
Houston Matters
The Full Menu: The best places for burgers in Houston in 2022
Posted on · Houston food writers talk about their favorite places to get burgers.
Town Square
Favorite places to visit and explore in Houston
Posted on · Let’s be tourists in our own backyard! A local cultural ambassador is here to serve as our guide to fun, quirky and must-see locations – right here in Houston.
Town Square
Elon Musk, free speech, democracy, and the power of social media. Plus, another new season announcement on the Houston performing arts scene!
Posted on · Experts discuss what will happen when Elon Musk takes over Twitter, the changes coming to the platform, and what will be the impact on free speech. And, we get a preview of Main Theater's 47th season, including productions for children and families through their Theater for Youth series.