Apr 16, 2014 | ktru, navrang
Rumi Symphony Project Untold in Houston, Texas
On Sunday April 20th at 7pm
Cullen Performance Hall
Persian sufi mystic Rumi's deep philosophical poetry has influenced Indian's for centuries. His philosophy has been captured in ghazals, Bollywood film songs, and often recited by shayars.
This is an exceptional opportunity to experience Rumi in Houston.
On ktru's Navrang 4/19: Two Rumi enthusiasts will recite Rumi poetry in Farsi along with translations and discussion of Rumi's influence on music.
Click here for tickets and facebook page
Apr 11, 2014 | ktru, navrang
Auditions for Shunya Theater’s production of Rudyard Kipling’s **The Jungle Book**
on April 19th (2 – 5pm) and
on April 20th(12 to 3pm)
At the Barn – 2201 Preston Street, Houston.
Youth age group 10-17 years and adults of all age groups may audition for the play.
Rehearsals start in June.
Everybody is welcome!! You do not have to be of South Asian origin.
Make the most of this opportunity!!
Please email [email protected] with preferred audition time. Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared for cold readings from the script. For more info about Shunya, please visit www.shunyatheatre.org. Mar 17, 2014 | ktru
Check out what's happening @ KTRU + Houston! The KTRU Noizeletter is a periodical that contains KTRU news, local venue reviews, interviews, and more. Physical copies available in the station.
Mar 14, 2014 | ktru, navrang
** 10% discount for all ktru listeners** Mention code - KTRU.
Tickets start at only $15.
Shunya Theater presents
A Widow Of No Importance
- play by Shane Sakhrani
An unconventional romantic comedy about a widow named Deepa whose preoccupation with marrying off her daughter leads to an unexpected encounter of passion.
From: March 28, 2014 to April 6, 2014; Friday & Saturday at 8pm; Sunday at 3pm
Location: Studio 101, 1824 Spring St., Houston, TX 77007.
The play is in English.Click here for Shunya Theater website
'A Widow of No Importance' is a hilarious comedy you won't want to miss. Get a baby sitter for the little ones, this is a play for the grown ups!
Do not miss on a live on-air conversation with the group on Saturday March 22nd on the Navrang Show.
Mar 13, 2014 | events, ktru, ODS
The long-awaited KTRU Outdoor Show is here again for the 23rd time!
What: local band performances, food trucks, and more
When: Saturday, March 15 from noon to night
Where: Rice University's Central Qua
www.ods.ktru.org
Mar 11, 2014 | ktru
Tune in tomorrow (March 12) from 2 to 5 pm, and you could attend a Warehouse Live concert this Friday, March 15, with ZZ Ward and other artists!
713-348-5878
http://www.songkick.com/concerts/17173069-zz-ward-at-house-of-blues
Mar 9, 2014 | ktru, navrang
Saturday 3/15 - 10 am to 12 noon *Unified Souls* a Houston based fusion group.
Join a live conversation on the Navrang Show with tabla artist Justin Lasiewicz to learn about his fascination for India and his true passion for tabla. Accompanying Justin on the show are acoustic guitar, Baglama, and Tombak artist Shahab Saremi and the group maestro; Daf and Tonbak artist Ali Tarkesh.
*Unified Souls* strive for fusion with Iranian classical, western electric guitar, Spanish flamenco and the tabla.
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Unified Souls - an exceptional fusion music group performs
On Saturday March 15th
At The House Of Tea: 1927 Fairview Dr., Houston
From 5:00pm to 6:00pm
The fusion music includes Indian tabla!!
For more info click here or on the picture below.
Mar 6, 2014 | ktru
You would win to watch Ex Hex and other artists live at Mango's Cafe Tuesday, March 11 by tuning in tomorrow, March 7, from 4 to 6 pm!
713-348-5878
http://www.songkick.com/concerts/19447689-ex-hex-at-mangos-cafe
Mar 5, 2014 | ktru, navrang
Join Creative Women Unite for their annual International Women's Day; Women's Herstory Month celebration:
On March 8th, 2014
At Midtown Art Center, 3414 La Branch, Houston TX, 77004.
From 6PM to 11PM.
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM Opening Art Reception (includes South Asian art of henna painting)
8:00 PM to 11:00 PM Variety Show
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM CWU Mercado
Suggested Donation:$10 adult, $5 students, children under 6 & seniors over 60 FREE.
Click here or on the picture below for more info.
Listen to KTRU's Navrang Show Saturday 3/8/2014: 10 AM to 12 NOON for a live conversation with the event organizers and participating artists.
Feb 25, 2014 | ktru
This next ticket giveaway will take place Wednesday, February 26, from 4 to 5 pm. Tune in to see The Tontons on Saturday, March 1, at Warehouse Live!
713-348-5878
http://www.songkick.com/concerts/19340129-tontons-at-warehouse-live
