For Kids: Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World
During this year’s Semana Santa, and more, the Tulsa Opera is introducing young audiences to a Mexican icon with its latest production, “Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World.” It’s part of its 2024 “Raise Your Voice Tour,” with performances for over 7,000 elementary school students. This bilingual 45-minute opera tells a tale […]
Shakira’s Return Takes Times Square by Storm
During Semana Santa, in a display of sheer star power, Shakira made an unforgettable splash with her first album in seven years, “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran,” in New York City this week. The new album has already broken records worldwide. So what better way to celebrate than with a surprise free concert for fans […]
Melanie Martinez’s Musical Journey to Lollapalooza
The highly anticipated lineup for Chicago’s 2024 Lollapalooza festival has been released. And Melanie Martinez fans are thrilled. Martinez, the singer who embraces a “cottagecore” vibe, and is a Gen Z favorite, is casting her spell on the iconic Lollapalooza stage as a headliner. It’s all part of Melanie Martinez’s musical journey. But who exactly […]
Frida Kahlo’s Passionate Love Letters to José Bartoli
Artist Frida Kahlo, known for her vivid art and unapologetic spirit, has a legacy beyond her self portraits we know so well. Kahlo’s life away from the canvas is equally as captivating. Thanks to the recent Amazon Prime documentary in her own words, “Frida,” fans have been invited into her private world, told in her […]
Rick Najera’s ‘Quinceañera’ Debuts in Miami
Award-winning writer, actor, and comedian Rick Najera is up to something new. He’s in Miami to wow audiences with his latest project “Sweet 15 ¡Que Quinceañera!” And he promises it will be funny, entertaining … and interactive. By all accounts, Rick Najera’s “Quinceañera” is not your average play. It’s better. “Sweet 15 breaks the story […]
Ventanitas: The Cafecito Windows of Culture
Around 2 pm on an average workday in Miami, an announcement is made: “Who wants cafe Cubano?” That means someone’s running out to pick up the “cortadito,” or cuban coffee in a small to-go cup, with mini plastic cups, to nourish the office. But where does this standard afternoon “pick me up” come from? The […]
Celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day with Frida Kahlo Tequila
As Saint Patrick’s Day approaches, many are gearing up to celebrate with green beer and Irish whiskey. However, for those looking to add a splash of creativity and cultural flair to their festivities, why not consider raising a glass of Frida Kahlo tequila? This unique high-end tequila pays homage to Kahlo, the iconic Mexican artist […]
Was the Real Zorro Irish?
Throughout history, swashbuckling heroes have emerged from the shadows. Their exploits are made up of daring escapades and justice served. One of the best known swashbucklers is the legendary Zorro, — the masked avenger who fought for the oppressed and served as an inspiration for Batman. But there’s a debate about his origin story. “Zorro […]
How Gwen Ifill Became a Journalism Powerhouse and Inspired a Generation
Gwen Ifill, Co-anchor of PBS NewsHour’s 2012 political coverage, listens to a response from New York Times columnist David Brooks as they do a dress rehearsal on Sunday afternoon in advance of the opening of the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Fla. The opening official convention has been delayed until Tuesday due to the presence of Tropical Storm Isaac in the Gulf of Mexico off Florida’s west coast. Photo by Tom Kennedy/PBSNewsHour.
Celebrating Frida Kahlo on International Women’s Day: 5 Inspirational Quotes
La vida de Frida Kahlol estuvo marcada por el infortunio de sufrir un grave accidente de autobús en su juventud que la mantuvo postrada en cama durante largos periodos, llegando a someterse hasta a 32 operaciones quirúrgicas.3 Llevó una vida poco convenciona.
The Day JLo’s Dress Inspired Google
In February 2000, during the Grammy Awards, Singer Jennifer Lopez, aka JLo, graced the red carpet wearing a jaw-dropping green Versace jungle print dress. The gown, which hugged her curves, revealed a daring neckline that left everyone in awe. Little did anyone know that this fashion moment would go far beyond the Grammys. This is the […]
Frida’s Little Golden Book: A Literary Gem for Children
Frida Kahlo made history as the first 20th-century artist to have her work acquired by The Louvre museum in France. And her childhood home in Mexico City, known as the Casa Azul, welcomes over 500,000 visitors annually. Yet perhaps Kahlo’s most extraordinary achievement is her inclusion in the new biography collection for young readers. Her […]