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Spring Branch and “The Giant Peach”: The Reaction to the Cancelled Field Trip Over Cross-Gender Casting
Posted on · Experts weigh in on this decision and how these decisions get made in today’s landscape.
Category: Arts & Culture Education
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The Ensemble Theatre Announces Their 2023-2024 Season
Posted on · Learn which exciting shows Houston’s professional African American theatre will bring audiences in its 47th season.
Arts & Culture
Houston-area schools scrap field trips to see ‘James and the Giant Peach’ over concerns about cross-gender casting at Main Street Theater
Posted on · Schools from Spring Branch ISD, along with local religious schools, are among those to cancel planned visits to watch theatrical performances of the famed children's story.
Religion
Houston ISD recognizing Muslim holiday of Eid with districtwide day off
Posted on · The school district has long had days off coinciding with the Christian holiday of Good Friday and the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur and now joins others in Texas and elsewhere to implement a spring holiday for Eid.
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Emmy Award-Winning Actor Richard Thomas & Tony Award-Winning Actress Faith Prince
Posted on · Two acting legends discuss their current projects and where you can see them in Houston.
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Grammy Award-Winning Trumpeter Chris Botti; Plus, How Arts Education in Schools Benefits Students In All Areas of Academics and Life
Posted on · We catch up with the biggest-selling instrumental artist about his upcoming Houston performances and discuss the benefits the arts have on students.
Politics
League City Council, amidst opposition, creates committee to review library book challenges
Posted on · Opponents to the newly created committee say it is unnecessary and could potentially lead to censorship and discrimination.
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‘Brag Better’ shows how to believe in your hype and sound off your successes
Posted on · Bragging has gotten a bad rap over the years, but self-advocacy may be the key to getting ahead in your career and life.
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How museums hold the secrets to our past and the future of our values
Posted on · Museums are growing to adapt to visitor expectations, not just on what artifacts are displayed, but how museums obtain them.
Politics
Huntsville Public Library could be privatized in aftermath of pride display dispute
Posted on · A few months after ordering public library employees to remove a display highlighting books with LGBTQ+ themes, Huntsville city officials are looking to enlist a private company to operate the library. The transition could leave existing library staffers without jobs.
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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.
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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.
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Houston wellness coach shares inspiring story of self-discovery and healing in new book. Plus, Theater Under the Stars is ready for its season debut!
Posted on · We talk with TaShell Williams about her book 'One Lung to Live', which takes us on a personal journey of how tragedy can produce inspiration and equip us with life lessons that help us become better versions of ourselves. And, live theatre is back, with Theatre Under the Stars announcing its lineup for the upcoming 2022 – 2023 season that starts in September.
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Celebrating the influential and inspirational women in our lives
Posted on · In continuing to honor Women's History Month, listeners share personal stories about the women who've made the greatest impact in shaping them into who they are.
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Lisa Holt takes on magnetic paint, goth living rooms, and minimalist kitchens
Posted on · The award-winning interior designer shares her expertise on how to create a beautiful and functional home.