& Juliet Review
& Juliet is a vibrant, exhilarating celebration of self-discovery, empowerment, and second chances. The musical poses an interesting question: What if Juliet didn’t die at the end of Shakespeare’s tragedy? … Read more
Frederick J. Goodall
Life Is Life-ing 2.0: A Tapestry of Emotion and Experience
Rickale West’s Life Is Life-ing 2.0 is a meditation on existence. Through layered textures, mixed media, and an unfiltered approach to artistic expression, West challenges the audience to embrace life … Read more
Cistern Illuminated—A Mesmerizing Journey of Light and Sound
Nestled beneath Buffalo Bayou Park, the Cistern has long been one of Houston’s most intriguing hidden gems. Cistern Illuminated, an immersive light and sound installation, elevates this underground decommissioned drinking … Read more
Vincent Valdez: Just a Dream…
Vincent Valdez’s Just a Dream…, currently on view at the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, is an unflinching reckoning with America’s past and present. Valdez is the first artist to take … Read more
ISHIDA as long as there is in me Review
as long as there is in me is my second ISHIDA performance, and I continue to be impressed by artistic director Brett Ishida’s commitment to storytelling and artistic excellence. Her … Read more
2024 Citywide African American Artists Exhibition
The Citywide African American Artists Exhibition, a collaboration between the University Museum at Texas Southern University and the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston is always a highlight of Houston’s cultural … Read more
How to Be More Mindful Through Meditation
I first learned about mindfulness from a therapist I was seeing during a particularly stressful time in my life. I was deeply concerned about the rising number of Black men … Read more
Laughter is the Secret to a Happy Family
I took a CAD course to sharpen my skills when I worked at my former company. Each day, I shared a desk space with a coworker who had a perpetually … Read more
How to Be a Better Dad
Fatherhood is one of the most challenging and rewarding roles a man can take on. We all want to be the best dads we can be. We want to have … Read more
5 Ways to Reduce Dinner Time Stress
Having dinner together is a great way to connect with your family and relax after a busy day. However, getting to dinner time can be stressful. As the dinner hour … Read more