Episode 99: Viva la Música! The 5th Annual Mariachi Festival!
In this week’s episode of Spotlight Houston, Blanca Quezada brings the vibrant sounds and traditions of Mexican mariachi music to life. Join us as we explore the 5th Annual Mariachi Festival at the beautiful Wortham Center’s Brown Theatre. Get ready to experience the best mariachi groups, talented Mexican folk singers, and colorful folkloric dancers in […]
Episode 98: Exploring Houston’s Orange Show Magic
Looking for something amazing and fun to do in Houston? Check out the Orange Show Center for Visionary Art! 🎨✨ In this episode, our host Blanca Quezada chats with Jonathan Beitler, the director of communications and special events at the Orange Show. They dive into the center’s history, exciting programs, and upcoming expansions. Learn about […]
Episode 92: Discovering BANF Houston’s Cultural Treasures with Silambam Houston
Get ready for a fun and lively episode of Spotlight Houston! This week, we’re spotlighting Silambam Houston, one of the city’s cultural gems. Join our host, Blanca Quezada, as she chats with Dr. Lavanya Rajagopalan, founder of Silambam Houston. This amazing group teaches classical Indian dance and has been part of our community since 2002. […]
Episode 78: Bayou City Art Festival, Celebrating Creativity and Community
Get ready to dive into a world of color, creativity, and community with Spotlight Houston’s latest episode! This week, we’re featuring the vibrant Bayou City Art Festival Downtown, happening on March 23-24, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. under the stunning Houston skyline. Join us as we chat with Kelly Batterson, the executive director […]
Episode 55: Celebrating Oaxacan Art and Culture
In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Glassell School of Art opens an art exhibit from the lower southwest state of Oaxaca in Mexico. The exhibition Magical and Mystical Oaxaca: Celebrating Oaxacan Art and Culture showcases vibrantly colored diverse works of art in three installations. Valentina Atkinson, director of the Serrano Gallery and Serrano Oaxaca […]