Holla at Ya Girl. Or Nah?
byI’m fully in favor of letting your girlfriend know that you have reservations about her relationship. I’m aware this may be an “unpopular opinion” so let me break it down.
Culture
New Blanton Exhibit is A Glimpse of the Real Africa
byI didn’t learn about Africa in school and the images in movies, television shows and the pages of National Geographic didn’t do much to generate pride in the heritage so evident by my skin color.
Deborah Roberts: Austin Artist Counts Jay Z and Beyonce Among Her Collectors
byDeborah Roberts has been an artist since she was eight years old. “I used to love different types of little cars,” she said, “drawing different people and it just started going from there.”
Novelist Nic Stone is one of a Diverse Group of Authors at Texas Teen Book Fest
byNic Stone, the author of the critically acclaimed Dear Martin, will be one of the keynote speakers at the Texas Teen Book Festival (TTBF)…
What You Know About that Nawlins Taste from the Cajun Skillet Food Truck?
byCajun Skillet food truck has gotten a name for itself with its delicious Cajun dishes “well-seasoned and cooked with love.” Husband and wife duo,…
Monroe is a Dont-Miss Performance
byWith respect, humor and sensitivity, Monroe pays homage to black families who experience horrific events and still create a brighter future for themselves and their children.
Lisa B. Thompson: The Play Prof
byIt’s a dream of aspiring playwrights to hold a reading of their work and have an artistic director come to them and say, “I want your play for my upcoming season,” but it’s not that easy. Yet, it’s happened to Lisa B. Thompson twice.
Cap City Black Film Fest Returns featuring Leon and Malik Yoba
byThe Capital City Black Film Festival (CCBFF) is returning for it’s 6th year to Austin on August 30 – September 2 at the Austin…
Austin Mosaic Awards Announces Nominees and Honorees
byThe Austin Mosaic Awards has announced its list of nominees in the categories of large, mid-size, small, and startup. It is also announcing two…
POWER PREMIERE: TARIQ’S DUMB ARSE
bySPOILER ALERTS all up and through this review. You’ve been warned.
Six Square: Cultivating Emerging Artists
byThis summer, Six Square is proud to present a new music series named Musical Explorations featuring new artists of color who specialize in performing…
An Audience with The Queen
byWe last chatted with the comedy legend Sommore during her 2011 performance in Austin. As she prepares to return to the Capitol City –…