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From migrant farm worker to NASA astronaut
Posted on · Amazon Studios' new film "A Million Miles Away" tells the remarkable true story of Jose Hernandez.
Category: Theatre & Film
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Filmmaking program offers different path for Harris County youth needing second chance
Posted on · The Center also offers vocational trades, including a barber program where kids can become certified barbers. Construction, drivers licenses, art, music, welding and dance are also offered.
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‘Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe’ and the challenges of identity
Posted on · Houston Matters discusses the difficulties of figuring out who we are in our youth in this month's installment of The Bigger Picture.
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Still ‘Waiting for Godot,’ 10 years later
Posted on · Catastrophic Theatre presents a restaging of its production of the famous Samuel Beckett play a decade later, with the same cast.
Arts & Culture
‘Love is Blind’ season 5 showcases Houston contestants, locations in city
Posted on · The city’s bayou, parks, and proximity to Galveston all contribute to making the area a more show-friendly destination.
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The Bigger Picture: ‘Jules’ and navigating the challenges of aging
Posted on · Houston Matters considers how to have sensitive conversations with our aging loved ones.
Arts & Culture
Houston Theater Week is back for its second year
Posted on · Tickets are being offered in a two-for-one deal by over a dozen participating theaters.
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Spider-Man debuted 61 years ago and adaptations of comic books have never been more popular
Posted on · We discuss the rise of comic book adaptations with Richard Evans of Bedrock City Comics and Houston-area film critic Joe Leydon.
Town Square
The Science of Sleep: Bedtime Routines, Getting Better Rest, and More; Plus, “Ain’t Too Proud” Star Harrell Holmes Jr.
Posted on · A sleep specialist shares insight on sleeping conditions and improving your sleep; plus, the actor of the hit musical discusses bringing the music of The Temptations to life on stage.
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How a Texas composer’s music helps bring to life a century-old film
Posted on · Justin Sherburn will perform his live music score to the 1929 silent documentary film "Man with a Movie Camera" on Sept. 7 at The MATCH.
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“Talk of the Town”: Ageism, National Identity, Cultural Appropriation, and More; Plus, “Haunted Mansion” Director Justin Simien
Posted on · Our panel of guests share their thoughts on trending topics in the news.
Arts & Culture
Houston filmmaker’s new ‘BE SOMEONE’ documentary premieres Sunday
Posted on · Iris Karami first filmed a documentary about the iconic Houston graffiti art and the man behind it in 2016, when she was a college student. A new, longer documentary examines the impact the "BE SOMEONE" message has had on the city.
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Ask the Lawyer: Plea Deals, Truth & Law, and More
Posted on · Our attorneys share insight on current legal issues in the news and answer listeners’ legal questions.
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The Bigger Picture – ‘Barbie’ and feminism in media
Posted on · Houston Matters considers Barbie and her cultural impact as explored in Greta Gerwig's new film.
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“Talk of the Town”: “The Venture Bros.” Creators, Summer Movies, “Barbenheimer”, and More
Posted on · Our panel of guests share their thoughts on current headlines in the Summer movie season.