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Jazz on Film

Catch the '50s Era Making a Murderer That Kicks off the MFAH Jazz on Film Series

I Want to Live! plays to true crime fascination with a legendary jazz score.

05/31/2017 By Andrew Hopf

Showbiz

Remember Hollywood's Forgotten Power Couple This Weekend at the MFAH

Remember when Charlton Heston parts the Red Sea? That was these guys.

05/24/2017 By Andrew Hopf

Good Timing

Ahead of Twin Peaks Reboot, MFAH to Screen David Lynch Documentary

A new documentary shines light on the mysterious director ahead of his new project.

05/18/2017 By Morgan Kinney

Television

The Property Brothers Are Taking on Galveston—and Each Other

The fifth season of HGTV's Brother Vs. Brother heads to the Gulf Coast.

05/11/2017 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Houston in Hollywood

Justin Simien's Dear White People Raises the Bar on How We Discuss Race in America

The Houstonian's award-winning film and new Netflix series navigates the complexities of race at a predominantly white Ivy League college.

05/04/2017 By Bryce Dodds

Movie + Music

MacArthur Genius Grant-Winner Vijay Iyer Performs Live to a Screening of Radhe, Radhe: Rites of Holi

The Grammy-nominated composer-pianist, accompanied by the International Contemporary Ensemble, brings the film's colorful compositions to life.

05/03/2017 By Chris Becker

Family Flick

Meet Bailey Gambertoglio, the Leading Voice in Netflix's Spirit Riding Free

This Texan loves horses on and off the screen.

05/02/2017 By Rafa Farihah

All Rise for the Queen

Beyoncé Wins a Peabody Award for Lemonade

Bey's 2016 album continues to strike a chord.

04/21/2017 By Jeanne Lyons Davis

Festival

'Harris Phest' Celebrates Comedian and Houstonian Harris Wittels

Honor the late Parks and Recreation writer at 8th Wonder Brewery this 4/20.

04/19/2017 By Jeanne Lyons Davis

Film Festival

After 50 Years, Houston’s WorldFest Film Festival Continues to Launch Rising Hollywood Stars

The largest independent film festival in the world — yes, world — will celebrate its 50th anniversary with awards and screenings April 21-30.

04/19/2017 By Rafa Farihah

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Get Out

These 5 Free Events in May Will Put a Spring In Your Step

At these festive outings—all within the city limits!—enjoying the season is a walk in the park.

04/17/2017 By Rafa Farihah

The Snarkivist

The Scariest Fashion on Pretty Little Liars

From pageboy hats to necktie skirts.

04/12/2017 By Javier Garza

Festival

Anime Matsuri Is Bigger and Better Than Ever

From the Sailor Moon creator to the largest Japanese fashion show in the country, don't miss this 11th annual event.

04/03/2017 By Emily Juhasz and Rafa Farihah

Hakuna Matata

Will Beyoncé Be Queen of the Jungle in The Lion King Reboot?

The internet is roaring with rumors, but we're crazy in love with Bey playing Nala.

03/31/2017 By Jeanne Lyons Davis

Sit with Us

Tina Fey's Mean Girls Musical is Officially Happening

While it's premiering in D.C. this fall, a Houston tour date isn't too far-fetched.

03/23/2017 By Jeanne Lyons Davis

Reppin' H-Town

Jim Parsons Has Made How Much on The Big Bang Theory?!

After 12 seasons on CBS he'll be halfway to Beyoncé-money status.

03/23/2017 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Movies

What to Watch at the Houston Jewish Film Festival

Don't miss these thought-provoking screenings at MFAH next weekend.

03/01/2017 By Amber Tong

And The Award Goes To...

The Top 10 Best Dressed at the 89th Academy Awards

Retro-inspired gowns were the stars of the red carpet (aside from the actual stars walking it) last night.

02/27/2017 By Julia Davila

Concert + Movie

Relive the Magic of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial with the Houston Symphony

Hear a live orchestra play John Williams' iconic score at this special 35th anniversary screening.

02/03/2017 By Jeanne Lyons Davis

Our City on Lifetime

Houstonians Now Have Two More Reasons to Watch Lifetime Movies

Kelly Rowland's bob and Onyii Brown's clothing line star in Love by the 10th Date.

01/27/2017 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

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