In February 2022, Main Street Theater (MST) initiated its JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion) Fellowship Program, a paid, artistic leadership development initiative for early-career artists of color. The current Fellows, Nychollete Easter (Directing), Jessica Jaye (Directing), and Nori Thach (Stage Management), will be introduced to the Houston arts community through a free networking event and…
Over the weekend, Houston’s number one automotive customization shop, 713 Motoring, traveled to Atlanta, Georgia for Rapper Rick Ross’, 2nd Annual Promise Land Car and Bike Show. With an all-black fleet of new school modern-day cars, 713 Motoring CEO, Big Ash, showed up the “713 Way”, winning the 2023 Hustler of The Year iced-out custom…
Legendary Screwed Up Click Member, Lil Keke has a new project celebrating being in the industry for 25 Summers. The project was released at Midnight on May 25th and features artists such as DJ Chose, Big K.R.I.T, Jack Freeman, Slim Thug, Big Pokey, Al D, Trapboy Fredy, Big Jade, Paul Wall, 8 Ball & MJG,…
Nearly 20 current and former NFL players such as Darren Waller (New York Giants), DK Metcalf (Seattle Seahawks), Bud Dupree, and Derwin James (both free agents) joined the roster of Interscope Records’ partnership with the NFL for the Career Tours Program on March 21 (Tuesday), per The Hollywood Reporter. The NFL veterans gathered in Santa Monica, California…
In The Latest Entertainment News Of All Things Nia Long Nia Long is continuing to make headlines since her split from the former embattled Celtics coach, Ime Udoka. However, she’s since been “outside” from promoting her Netflix film, “You People,” with actor Eddie Murphy to Dubai for Beyonce’s performance at Atlantis the Royal hotel. Long was…
Just one month after it was announced about rapper Saweetie’s financial literacy health and wellness through her Icy Baby Foundation, she’s headed to the small screen. She’ll be making a cameo on Peacock’s hit drama series, “Bel-Air,” a new take on the hit 90s sitcom. This isn’t her first shot at acting. The Grammy-nominated artist…
The NCAA and the Houston Local Organizing Committee (HLOC) have teamed up once again to bring forth a positive impact on students in the area. In the “Read to the Final Four,” the two powerhouses encourage ways to engage youth in school districts across the city to promote and inspire reading with third graders. Like…
The Best Man franchise exploded onto the scene back in 1999 and became an instant classic to not only moviegoers but Black audiences. Of course, all things must come to an end. The Best Man: The Final Chapters saw its conclusion roll out on the streaming network, Peacock. Not only were surprises in store for each…
In an incredible show of support and appreciation, people from every corner of the world have donated nearly $400,000 to honor Burger King employee Kevin Ford’s milestone achievement of 27 years of perfect attendance. The inspirational story of one man’s hard work and dedication has gone viral and touched the hearts of many. Ford, 54,…
IN THE LATEST ENTERTAINMENT NEWS OF ALL THINGS “PRIME TIME” Deion Sanders recently sat down with Shannon Sharpe during his show, Club Shay Shay, and addressed a few questions since his departure as head coach at JSU. During the Q&A, the pair touched on why HBCUs are underfunded as opposed to Predominantly White Institutions. Sanders,…
In The Latest Entertainment News Of Disney’s Imagination Disney has been on a roll with reimagining popular films such as Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid and now Encanto while celebrating culture, heritage and diversity. The beloved film achieved commercial success and went on to earn three Academy Award nominations taking home an honor…
In the Latest Entertainment News of SZA “I FEEL LIKE DRAKE HAS A REGINA GEORGE QUALITY TO HIM WHERE IT’S JUST KIND OF LIKE, ‘HAVE YOU OR ANYONE YOU KNOW BEEN PERSONALLY VICTIMIZED?’” R&B star SZA seems to be riding the wave lately since the release of her latest album, S.O.S., which dropped at midnight…
Houston, TX-On Wednesday, November 16th, Wreckshop Films, 7 Kings Entertainment, and 8 Queens Media & Films hosted a VIP screening of The Dirty 3rd: Next Generation at Match Theater in Houston, Texas. The VIP advanced screening was sold out. It consisted of the lead actor, Propain, the visionary of The Dirty 3rd and owner of Wreckshop Films,…
We all have attended parties, but have you had the Sam Ford aka “Sam Mac” and Mike Taylor aka “Mike T.” experience? Known for sophistication and first-class events, this duo has not only set the standard for first-rate events but raised the bar. What they contribute to this industry is more than bringing people together…
This year Texas Southern University’s (TSU) award-winning KTSU 90.9FM “The Choice” celebrates 50 years as a global radio platform that continues to leave its impactful footprint on and off the mic. KTSU recently kicked off the year-long celebration with its listeners and supporters, hosting their 50th Anniversary Backyard Party outside the KTSU station that was…
On Monday night, IYO Agency invited local Houston film makers and members of the 5th ward community to privately view their new short film, Truffle Sauce at The DeLUXE Theater. “Truffle Sauce”, Directed by award winning filmmaker Isaac Yowman, and written by Shannan E. Johnson is a coming-of-age drama short that examines how trauma presents…
We know it’s been a rough couple of years, but it’s 2022! If you have made it to this year, you are blessed and have much to be thankful for, despite challenges…
The votes have been tallied and 97.9 The Box’s Good Morning H-Town has been voted by the readers of the Houston Chronicle as the Best Radio Morning Show in Houston! The second annual Best of the Best highlights the best of Houston in a number of categories including entertainment and leisure, sports, beauty, health, home services and finance, kids and education,…
Main Street Theater welcomes Sloane Teagle as its new Artistic Inclusion and Community Engagement Director. “Main Street Theater is committed to providing an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and accessible space for our artists, audience, and staff. We are thrilled to have Sloane on board to help guide our efforts,” says Main Street Theater Founding Artistic Director…
Radio One Houston is pleased to announce the re-launch of Houston’s Inspiration Station, KROI Praise 92.1 / KMJQ Praise 102.1 HD2.