Arts & Entertainment - HoustonNewMedia.org https://houstonnewmedia.org/tag/arts-entertainment/ Building "Bridges" Across the Bayou City! Sun, 03 Aug 2025 13:00:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 https://i0.wp.com/houstonnewmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/cropped-cropped-Houston.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Arts & Entertainment - HoustonNewMedia.org https://houstonnewmedia.org/tag/arts-entertainment/ 32 32 103504436 “Necaxa” Brings Grit, Glory, and the Heart of Mexican Football to the Screen https://houstonnewmedia.org/necaxa-brings-grit-glory-and-the-heart-of-mexican-football-to-the-screen/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=necaxa-brings-grit-glory-and-the-heart-of-mexican-football-to-the-screen Sun, 03 Aug 2025 13:00:16 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=14532 As Houston gears up to host FIFA World Cup matches next year, fútbol fever is rising across the city. And just in time, FX is bringing a new series that […]

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]]> 1000290 “Acapulco” Bids Farewell with Its Final Season on Apple TV+ https://houstonnewmedia.org/acapulco-bids-farewell-with-its-final-season-on-apple-tv/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=acapulco-bids-farewell-with-its-final-season-on-apple-tv Thu, 10 Jul 2025 21:12:19 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=14525 The hit comedy “Acapulco” is coming back for one last season, and fans are ready to see how Máximo’s story ends. Starring the iconic Eugenio Derbez, the fourth and final […]

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]]> 1000296 Cristela Alonzo Brings Down the House at Houston Improv https://houstonnewmedia.org/cristela-alonzo-brings-down-the-house-at-houston-improv/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cristela-alonzo-brings-down-the-house-at-houston-improv Mon, 04 Nov 2024 18:45:07 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=14502 An Evening of Laughter, Truth, and Pure Entertainment Cristela Alonzo’s recent comedy show at Houston Improv was an absolute highlight! Her unique mix of personal stories and sharp observational humor […]

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]]> 841149 Dia de Muertos events in Houston 2024 https://houstonnewmedia.org/dia-de-muertos-events-in-houston-2024/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dia-de-muertos-events-in-houston-2024 Fri, 01 Nov 2024 14:12:59 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=14499 Looking to celebrate Día de Muertos in Houston? This holiday offers us a beautiful way to honor our loved ones who have passed on. From family-friendly activities to traditional music […]

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]]> 839432 A fresh take on Lucha Libre in “Cassandro” https://houstonnewmedia.org/a-fresh-take-on-lucha-libre-in-cassandro/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-fresh-take-on-lucha-libre-in-cassandro Sun, 27 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=14188 Get ready for a wrestling adventure like no other! “Cassandro” is hitting screens this September, promising a captivating and entertaining ride you won’t want to miss. 📅 Premiere Date: September […]

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]]> 652867 Houston’s ‘Chicano Squad’ comes to television https://houstonnewmedia.org/houstons-chicano-squad-comes-to-television/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houstons-chicano-squad-comes-to-television Fri, 25 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=14185 Get ready for a compelling journey into Houston’s history with A&E’s upcoming docuseries, “The Chicano Squad.” Expected to premiere in 2024, this four-hour series delves into Houston’s groundbreaking all-Latin homicide [&#82...

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]]> 652869 Houston Latinx Artists Summon Their Alebrije Dreams for MFAH Festival https://houstonnewmedia.org/houston-latinx-artists-summon-their-alebrije-dreams-for-mfah-festival/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houston-latinx-artists-summon-their-alebrije-dreams-for-mfah-festival Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:06:59 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=14239 Six talented Latinx artists from our great city have been selected to create magical alebrije sculptures for the upcoming “Dream with Alebrijes Festival 2023” this November! This special event is […]

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]]> 668617 4th Annual Mariachi Festival on August 18-20, 2023 https://houstonnewmedia.org/4th-annual-mariachi-festival-on-august-18-20-2023/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=4th-annual-mariachi-festival-on-august-18-20-2023 Tue, 01 Aug 2023 07:29:30 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=14171 The 4th Annual Mariachi Festival is coming to Houston! From August 18th to 20th, 2023, Houston will resonate with the vibrant sounds of mariachi music, celebrating our rich Hispanic culture […]

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]]> 646458 Latinx artist opportunity with MFAH https://houstonnewmedia.org/latinx-artist-opportunity-with-mfah/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=latinx-artist-opportunity-with-mfah Thu, 29 Jun 2023 19:17:55 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=14150 Are you ready to embark on a whimsical journey filled with vibrant colors and mystical creatures? Well, get ready because ALMAAHH (Advocates of a Latino Museum of Cultural and Visual […]

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]]> 621802 “Aquí and Now”: Houston City Hall Spotlights Queer Latinx Creatives! https://houstonnewmedia.org/aqui-and-now-houston-city-hall-spotlights-queer-latinx-creatives/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=aqui-and-now-houston-city-hall-spotlights-queer-latinx-creatives Mon, 26 Jun 2023 12:37:08 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=14059 Houston is set to shine a spotlight on the remarkable talents of queer Latinx creatives with the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs’ latest exhibition, “Aquí and Now.” As part of […]

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]]> 620605 Houston artist among 2023 Latinx Artist Fellows https://houstonnewmedia.org/houston-artist-among-2023-latinx-artist-fellows/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houston-artist-among-2023-latinx-artist-fellows Sat, 03 Jun 2023 20:27:25 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=14054 We know Houston is home to some of the best artists in the world (yes, that’s our opinion, but we are right). U.S. Latinx Art Forum has just announced their […]

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]]> 608564 Exploring the Latino cARTographies Immersive Experience https://houstonnewmedia.org/exploring-the-latino-cartographies-immersive-experience/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=exploring-the-latino-cartographies-immersive-experience Wed, 19 Apr 2023 17:06:24 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=13996 Recently, we had the opportunity to attend the Latino cARTographies Immersive Experience, where I got to see one of the digital billboards in action. And let me tell you, it […]

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]]> 583754 Daddy Yankee’s ‘Gasolina’ Enters National Recording Registry https://houstonnewmedia.org/daddy-yankees-gasolina-enters-national-recording-registry/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=daddy-yankees-gasolina-enters-national-recording-registry Fri, 14 Apr 2023 15:47:05 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=13990 Let’s celebrate! Daddy Yankee’s “Gasolina” has been entered into the National Recording Registry, making it the first reggaeton song added. This is not only a win for the reggaeton genre, […]

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]]> 581561 “El Padrino de la Cumbia” Fito Olivares passes away https://houstonnewmedia.org/el-padrino-de-la-cumbia-fito-olivares-passes-away/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=el-padrino-de-la-cumbia-fito-olivares-passes-away Sun, 19 Mar 2023 21:20:07 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=13978 Legendary Mexican-American musician Fito Olivares died on March 17, 2023, at 75. Olivares was best known for his contributions to the Tejano and cumbia music genres, earning him the title […]

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]]> 572683 2023 BANF Artist Awards, up to $20,000 to 25 BIPOC Artists in Houston https://houstonnewmedia.org/2023-banf-artist-awards-up-to-20000-to-25-bipoc-artists-in-houston/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-banf-artist-awards-up-to-20000-to-25-bipoc-artists-in-houston Thu, 02 Feb 2023 11:00:05 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=13950 The 2023 BANF Artist Awards are here and ready to support the talented and transformative members of Houston’s Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, and other communities of […]

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]]> 537628 Get Ready for a Celebration of Latinx Art: State of Latinx Art Conference https://houstonnewmedia.org/get-ready-for-a-celebration-of-latinx-art-state-of-latinx-art-conference/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=get-ready-for-a-celebration-of-latinx-art-state-of-latinx-art-conference Wed, 01 Feb 2023 09:31:25 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=13944 Attention all art enthusiasts! Get ready for a vibrant and exciting celebration of Latinx art at the “State of Latinx Art Conference! This event promises to be a fun and […]

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]]> 536614 Pedro Pascal: The Master of Disguise – A Look at His Hottest and Most Intriguing Roles https://houstonnewmedia.org/pedro-pascal-the-master-of-disguise-a-look-at-his-hottest-and-most-intriguing-roles/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pedro-pascal-the-master-of-disguise-a-look-at-his-hottest-and-most-intriguing-roles Sun, 29 Jan 2023 11:28:30 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=13907 I’m a big fan of apocalypse movies and TV shows, series where the world is ending because of a plague or a disease or a natural disaster or zombies, and […]

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]]> 534286 La Fiera de Ojinaga headlines Go Tejano Day 2023 https://houstonnewmedia.org/la-fiera-de-ojinaga-headlines-go-tejano-day-2023/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=la-fiera-de-ojinaga-headlines-go-tejano-day-2023 Fri, 27 Jan 2023 05:59:49 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=13900 The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s Go Tejano Day is one of the most popular “special days” held during the Rodeo, and this year it’s taking place on Sunday, March […]

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]]> 532337 Discover the Houston podcasters named to the “100 Best Latino Podcasts” https://houstonnewmedia.org/discover-the-houston-podcasters-named-to-the-100-best-latino-podcasts/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=discover-the-houston-podcasters-named-to-the-100-best-latino-podcasts Wed, 25 Jan 2023 11:00:02 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=13896 As an avid podcast listener (and what’s the correct way so saying that? “consumer?” “fan?”) and podcast producer I am always on the lookout for great new podcasts to add […]

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]]> 530596 12 grapes at midnight. and other Latino New Year’s Eve traditions https://houstonnewmedia.org/12-grapes-at-midnight-and-other-latino-new-years-eve-traditions/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=12-grapes-at-midnight-and-other-latino-new-years-eve-traditions Sat, 31 Dec 2022 05:18:02 +0000 https://hispanichouston.com/?p=13885 Tonight’s the night! One year ends, and another begins. I’m celebrating with my family on a low-key night– food, drink, music, and fun at home. Some of my friends will […]

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