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Lubbock’s 4th on Broadway: A Legacy of Music, Fireworks, and Community Spirit
By: Jonny Verbeten, PhD Arts Education Coordinator, LCAF As the sun sets over Lubbock on July 4th, Mackenzie Park will come alive with the boom of fireworks, the sounds of live music, the scent of food ...
Jump In: Celebrating “Make Music Day”
By: Jonny Verbeten, Arts Educaton Coordinator In the summer of 1982, Jack Lang and France’s Ministry of Culture conceived of a festival-styled celebration of music held in communal spaces and completely free to the public. From ...
Spotlight Sessions: Texas Tech University’s Presidential Lecture and Performance Series
By: Olivia Stewart Developed in 2006 by the former Texas Tech University President Jon Whitmore, the Presidential Lecture and Performance Series (PLPS) provides engaging entertainment and learning opportunities for students, faculty, and the community at large. ...
Sharing laughter and Living in Gratitude: A Conversation with Anjelah Johnson-Reyes
By: Olivia Stewart Anjelah Johnson-Reyes is an accomplished woman. She is a former NFL cheerleader, actress, and now a stand-up comedian. Her tour “The Family Reunion” is coming to Lubbock on March 20th, at 7 p.m. ...
MOMIX’s ALICE – Not Your Average “Alice in Wonderland”
By Olivia Stewart and Stacy Keith MOMIX is a dance illusionist company that is coming to Texas Tech University’s Allen Theatre on February 20th through the Presidential Lecture & Performance Series. The company is performing ALICE, ...
Working the Groove: The Relentless Journey of Jazz Musician Adam Hawley
By Stacy Keith, Director I was lucky enough to spend a few minutes with award winning jazz guitarist, songwriter, educator and producer Adam Hawley who will be performing at the Cactus Theater on February 20, 2025. ...
Celebrating Tradition and Transformation: Ballet Lubbock’s Nutcracker and a Vision for the Future
By Sean Robertson Lubbock Ballet is set to enchant audiences once again this season, continuing its cherished annual tradition of performing The Nutcracker. This timeless holiday classic showcases not just the beauty of dance but ...
Yuletide Magic at the Ranch
By: Sean Robertson Join the National Ranching Heritage Center (NRHC) in Lubbock, Texas, this December as they celebrate the season during the 46th Annual Candlelight at the Ranch. Taking place on Friday, Dec. 13, and Saturday, ...