Photo provided by Angelina Contreras Rodeo is back! The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo proposes a month of Western culture and competition. The first show was in 1932 with a total of 2,000 people. Now, it boasts over 2 million visitors. It is one of the largest events in Houston. The mission is to...
Cover graphic by Sammy Bates Houston’s Tony Award-winning Alley Theatre recently announced its 2025–2026 season. This will be Alley Theatre’s 79th season. Artistic Director Rob Melrose says, “This season is designed to ignite the imagination and stir the soul.” Whether it’s the well-known theatrical staples...
It’s rodeo season, baby! Get ready for rides, carnival snacks and the livestock show at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo–all while dressed for the occasion in true rodeo fashion. One of the most important parts of this event is how you show up. Dressing up for the rodeo adds an extra dimension of fun to the...
Gallery by Shahd Ayesh On Feb. 21, beloved musician Faye Webster performed at 713 Music Hall for her Underdressed at the Symphony tour. The evening started with a soothing set by her opener Mei Ehara, setting a nice tone for the night. Ehara ended her performance with a duet with Faye Webster, leaving the...
Collage by Sammy Bates Looking for a great way to celebrate Black History Month? Look no further than these films. They chronicle Black history and culture and celebrate the brilliant artistry of Black actors, writers, directors and filmmakers. 1. Nickel Boys Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning...
Across the U.S., books are being challenged and banned at an all-time high. But what exactly does this mean? A “challenge” is when someone attempts to remove or restrict the book based on their objections to its content. A “book ban” is the removal of that content. Censorship affects everyone, not just avid...
Graphic by Sammy Bates From counting down the clock to a kiss at midnight–or eating grapes, New Year’s Eve is a holiday heavily populated by tradition and superstition surrounding good luck for the coming year. What were the grapes about? This year, many participated in a trend known as “Las Doce Uvas de la...
Identifying what you consider the bare minimum in relationships does not make you a superficial person. It is a sign you know your worth. Sometimes our methods for expressing or receiving love can get lost in translation. After all, everyone has their own unique love language. This is not, however, an excuse for...
Valentine’s is not just for couples. It is also for spending quality time with your besties. Hence, we have Galentine’s Day! Here are some last-minute ideas for you and your gal pals to celebrate. Themed party You can go with the classic Valentine’s Day theme where everyone wears red or pink. You may even...
There is nothing quite better than a good book. Whether you are single or in a relationship, love stories can appeal to everyone. Here are a few romance book recommendations spanning multiple genres and tropes– just in time for the hyper-capitalistic, heart-shaped day holiday. 1. “The Do-Over” by Lynn...
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