Apr 20, 2014 | ktru, navrang
The authors will share their life experiences and information about the books on the Navrang Show 4/26.
Obtain a glimpse of the well acclaimed books -
Immigrant Advantage: What We Can Learn from Newcomers to America about Health, Happiness and Hope - By Claudia Kolker
This was No Coincidence - By Mitra Mostofi
Both the books are available on Amazon.com
These are must read books - Own a copy and also gift it to your friends.
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 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 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 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.
Jan 6, 2014 | ktru, navrang
The Joys of Winter Ragas - Ritu Tarang.
**FREE** Sitar and Tabla Concert:
On Sunday Jan 19th, 5-6:30 pm at Grand Hall,
Rice University.
Do not miss this excellent opportunity to experience - North Indian Classical Music by
Renowned Sitarist Indrajit Banerjee (of Maihar Gharana - Late Sitarist Pandit Ravi Shankar)
Accompanied by the Well-acclaimed Tabla artist Pandit Shantilal Shah.
Dec 3, 2013 | ktru, navrang
Join the one of a kind - New Year's Eve in Houston!
Complimentary Midnight Champagne Toast.
Complimentary Masks and Party Favors.
Tuesday Dec 31st 2013
At Belvedere, Houston.
2 DJ's to make it a very special new year's eve!!
New York City's DJ Reid Stefan & Houston's DJ Scoop
Call 832-421-5446 for tickets and group discounts.
Tickets only $25 for now. Prices will soon go up.
For tickets visit sulekha.com or click here.
Nov 6, 2013 | events, ktru, navrang
FREE tickets on KTRU!!!
Check KTRU Facebook page for more info or Click Here.
South Asian Society - SAS presents Dhamaka 2013.
Exclusive performance by Houston's Hindi singing a cappella group - BASMATI BEATS!!
Experience a fun-filled night of Indian culture, food, music and dance.
At RMC Grand Hall, Rice University
On Saturday November 23rd. 2013.
At 6pm (Doors open at 5pm).
Tickets
Rice students: $5.
Non-Rice: $7.
Tickets available on: Sulekha.com
For tickets and more info contact: 510-857-3323
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Oct 29, 2013 | ktru, navrang
Jay Dabhi and DJ Scoop.
Saturday November 2nd.
At UROPA
3302 Mercer St.
Houston, TX 77027.
Presale tickets: $15.
ABCDHouston: 832-421-5446.
