Tag: Cecilia Duarte

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Houston Grand Opera’s “El Milagro del Recuerdo”; plus, the growth of women’s roles in the opera industry

Posted on · The efforts to create more female opportunities in predominately male-held positions in the industry.

Houston Matters

Mercury Celebrates Holiday Season With “A Mexican Baroque Christmas”

Posted on · When you think of traditional holiday music, you might not think of Mexico. But the local chamber ensemble Mercury will highlight the sacred sounds of 17th-century Mexico with performances of A Mexican Baroque Christmas through Dec. 3. It's part of the ensemble's Neighborhood Concert Series. To learn more about the program – and to hear […]

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Revamping Foster Care and Building Better Suburbs: Wednesday’s Show (November 30, 2016)

Posted on · In March, the U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals denied an attempt by the State of Texas to pause a revamp of its foster care system. The court appointed two Special Masters to oversee the system revamp. Francis McGovern and Kevin Ryan began their appointed positions in April. Then, earlier this month, the Special Masters […]