The beloved Broadway musical Funny Girl is making its National Tour across America, and before Austin’s stop, I caught up with Kyle de la Cruz Laing, a member of the ensemble who is making his national tour debut. We spoke about the pros and cons of tour life, as well as his acting journey and…
Historically Black Colleges and Universities have an important significance and place in higher education. In Austin, Huston-Tillotson University is not just the only Historically Black University in Austin, it is also the oldest higher education institution in the city. The university recently welcomed Dr. Melva K. Williams as their seventh President and Chief Executive President…
This past weekend, I had the absolute pleasure of attending ACL and speaking to the incredible Grace Sorensen. A local R&B artist with a voice like butter and a heart of gold. From the moment I met up with her, I was in awe of this twenty-year-old talent. Her kindness was everpresent, and everything from…
This week, Latinitas will be celebrating its twentieth anniversary at the Latinitas Purple Party for Chica Power Gala. As part of the annual fundraiser, Latinitas chooses six courageous female leaders to honor. The women who were chosen all have incredible stories and immense achievements, but what truly sets them apart is the passion they each…
As soon as I found out that AARP was partnering with the New York Latino Film Festival (NYLFF) to host a free screening of Say a Little Prayer at Regal Edwards Houston Marq’E, I knew I just had to see it and immediately registered with my guest. This film was written by Nancy De Los…
1. Swarm Yes, we are starting with a TV show, but it really was my most-anticipated premiere, and god did it pay off. Swarm is an Amazon Prime original created by Donald Glover (yes that Donald Glover) and showrunner Janine Nabers, directed by, once again, Donald Glover and Adamma Ebo, and starring Dominique Fishback and…
Renowned Mexican-American singer Pepe Aguilar graced the Seattle (Kent Showare) area on Saturday, November 25th, and played to an enthusiastic crowd of mariachi and ranchera music lovers. Aguilar is the son of iconic Mexican singer Antonio Aguilar and music and film star Flor Silvestre. This had been the third time I had seen Aguilar, with…
Born in 1941 in Los Angeles, CA, and raised in the San Fernando Valley, Richard Valenzuela is known as a pioneer in rock music history, being the first Chicano (Mexican-American) to have merged Spanish with the rock n’ roll sound with his version of the traditional folk song “La Bamba.” A self-taught musician and singer-songwriter,…
Over the weekend, Texas Tribune held their thirteenth annual political Festival in Downtown Austin. It was a three-day event filled with intellectuals, insights, and lots of intrigue as Texas’ greatest minds gathered to discuss the current state of the country. With over 115 events happening throughout the weekend, it’s no surprise Texas Tribune Fest is…
