Arts & Culture
Arts & Culture
Texas POWs Bound By Survival
Jacksboro, TX
(2009-11-11)
On Veteran's Day, we commemorate the men and women who have served our country. But for one group of veterans who survived as Japanese prisoners of war, today is a reminder of the strength and sacrifice that still binds them together.
Janice Henderson is collecting the stories of these North Texas soldiers who built the bridge on the River Kwai and the railway leading to it. She remembers them on this Veterans Day.
Jacksboro, TX
(2009-11-11)
On Veteran's Day, we commemorate the men and women who have served our country. But for one group of veterans who survived as Japanese prisoners of war, today is a reminder of the strength and sacrifice that still binds them together.Janice Henderson is collecting the stories of these North Texas soldiers who built the bridge on the River Kwai and the railway leading to it. She remembers them on this Veterans Day.
Photographers Capture Pulse Of Trinity
Dallas, TX
(2009-11-04)
The winners of the first annual Trinity River Photo contest were announced Wednesday at Dallas City Hall. There were 350 entries in four categories: river, forest, wildlife and architecture.
Dallas, TX
(2009-11-04)
The winners of the first annual Trinity River Photo contest were announced Wednesday at Dallas City Hall. There were 350 entries in four categories: river, forest, wildlife and architecture.
Winspear Wows Audiences
Dallas
(2009-10-24)
The Dallas Opera launched its season Friday in the brand-new Winspear Opera house. On Saturday, Philip Glass performed in the same red venue. KERA's Jerome Weeks will tell us about Glass's score for the Dracula silent film, but first 90.1's Bill Zeeble reports on the opera which, by all accounts, lived up to sonic expectations.
Dallas
(2009-10-24)
The Dallas Opera launched its season Friday in the brand-new Winspear Opera house. On Saturday, Philip Glass performed in the same red venue. KERA's Jerome Weeks will tell us about Glass's score for the Dracula silent film, but first 90.1's Bill Zeeble reports on the opera which, by all accounts, lived up to sonic expectations.
Winspear Season Opens
Dallas, TX
(2009-10-23)
The gala events are over. Tonight the Dallas Opera inaugurates the new Winspear Opera house with its season-opener: Verdi's Otello. Up to now, nearly all the attention has focused on the shining red glass building downtown. But musicians and fans care most about the sound inside. Will it measure up? KERA's Bill Zeeble reports.
Dallas, TX
(2009-10-23)
The gala events are over. Tonight the Dallas Opera inaugurates the new Winspear Opera house with its season-opener: Verdi's Otello. Up to now, nearly all the attention has focused on the shining red glass building downtown. But musicians and fans care most about the sound inside. Will it measure up? KERA's Bill Zeeble reports.
New Arts Center Draws Big Crowd
Dallas, TX
(2009-10-18)
The AT&T Performing Arts Center "free" Spotlight Sunday drew thousands to the downtown Dallas Arts District for tours and entertainment.
Dallas, TX
(2009-10-18)
The AT&T Performing Arts Center "free" Spotlight Sunday drew thousands to the downtown Dallas Arts District for tours and entertainment.
Hindus Celebrate Diwali at Cowboys Stadium
Arlington, Texas
(2009-10-16)
Tomorrow is Diwali, the Festival of Lights, celebrated by approximately 1 billion Hindus worldwide. Barely known in the United States, more and more people are celebrating it in North Texas, as the South Asian population has grown to 150,000 or so. KERA's Bill Zeeble reports
Arlington, Texas
(2009-10-16)
Tomorrow is Diwali, the Festival of Lights, celebrated by approximately 1 billion Hindus worldwide. Barely known in the United States, more and more people are celebrating it in North Texas, as the South Asian population has grown to 150,000 or so. KERA's Bill Zeeble reports
AT&T Performing Arts Center Opens
Dallas, TX
(2009-10-12)
The new Winspear Opera House, Wyly Theatre and three other performance venues comprise the Performing Arts Center, and complete the 68 acre Dallas Arts District.
Dallas, TX
(2009-10-12)
The new Winspear Opera House, Wyly Theatre and three other performance venues comprise the Performing Arts Center, and complete the 68 acre Dallas Arts District.
Rain Dampens State Fair
Dallas, TX
(2009-10-07)
The 24-day run of the State Fair of Texas has reached the half way point, and it's been a wet first half. The National Weather Service says it has rained in Dallas every day except one since October first.
Dallas, TX
(2009-10-07)
The 24-day run of the State Fair of Texas has reached the half way point, and it's been a wet first half. The National Weather Service says it has rained in Dallas every day except one since October first.
Anonymous Gift To Transform Continental Bridge
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-24)
The new, "designer" bridge over the Trinity at Woodall Rodgers Freeway will not only change the skyline of Dallas, it will bring big changes to the aging Continental Avenue Bridge nearby. KERA's BJ Austin reports.
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-24)
The new, "designer" bridge over the Trinity at Woodall Rodgers Freeway will not only change the skyline of Dallas, it will bring big changes to the aging Continental Avenue Bridge nearby. KERA's BJ Austin reports.
Preparations For Friday Start of State Fair
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-22)
Preparations are underway at Fair Park in Dallas for the 2009 State Fair, which opens Friday. KERA's BJ Austin says Fair officials have added a new item to their checklist this year: hand sanitizer to help prevent the spread of swine flu.
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-22)
Preparations are underway at Fair Park in Dallas for the 2009 State Fair, which opens Friday. KERA's BJ Austin says Fair officials have added a new item to their checklist this year: hand sanitizer to help prevent the spread of swine flu.
Dallas To Restore Recreation Center Funding
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-16)
Dallas City Council members are taking steps to restore budget cuts to recreation centers, after school programs, and activities for Seniors. KERA's BJ Austin reports.
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-16)
Dallas City Council members are taking steps to restore budget cuts to recreation centers, after school programs, and activities for Seniors. KERA's BJ Austin reports.
9/11 Sculpture Finds New Home In Oak Cliff
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-10)
Tomorrow morning at Oak Cliff's The Bank Tower, a 23-foot tall sculpture made of metal from the World Trade Center Towers will be the centerpiece of a ceremony honoring the victims of the 9/11 attacks.
Dallas, TX
(2009-09-10)
Tomorrow morning at Oak Cliff's The Bank Tower, a 23-foot tall sculpture made of metal from the World Trade Center Towers will be the centerpiece of a ceremony honoring the victims of the 9/11 attacks.
Rainbow Lounge Incident Sparks New Activism
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-19)
The Fort Worth gay community, often silent, is finding its voice after the June 28th Police "bar check" on the Rainbow Lounge. KERA's BJ Austin says outrage over the event has prompted protests and speeches from the normally quiet community.
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-19)
The Fort Worth gay community, often silent, is finding its voice after the June 28th Police "bar check" on the Rainbow Lounge. KERA's BJ Austin says outrage over the event has prompted protests and speeches from the normally quiet community.
Dallas To Go to Market With Convention Hotel Bonds
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-17)
This week, Dallas intends to place more than 500 million dollars in bonds on the market for the downtown Convention Center hotel. KERA's BJ Austin says the Mayor believes the timing it right. One local economist is not so sure.
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-17)
This week, Dallas intends to place more than 500 million dollars in bonds on the market for the downtown Convention Center hotel. KERA's BJ Austin says the Mayor believes the timing it right. One local economist is not so sure.
Reunion Demolition Delay
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-11)
It's going to take longer to demolish Reunion Arena than first thought. Frank Poe, Dallas Convention Center Director, says A&R Demolition discovered some insulation in the roof that wasn't in the original blueprints. Because of that, crews cannot "implode" the roof as planned.
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-11)
It's going to take longer to demolish Reunion Arena than first thought. Frank Poe, Dallas Convention Center Director, says A&R Demolition discovered some insulation in the roof that wasn't in the original blueprints. Because of that, crews cannot "implode" the roof as planned.
Dallas Zoo Headed For Private Management
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-05)
The Dallas Zoo appears to be in for a management make-over. KERA's BJ Austin says City Council members like the idea of putting the Zoo into "private" hands, and plan to vote on it next week.
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-05)
The Dallas Zoo appears to be in for a management make-over. KERA's BJ Austin says City Council members like the idea of putting the Zoo into "private" hands, and plan to vote on it next week.
Groundbreaking Set for Dallas Deck Park over Freeway
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-03)
Construction on the Woodall Rodgers "deck park" in downtown Dallas will start next month. KERA's BJ Austin says the contract to build the deck has been awarded, and groundbreaking is set for September 14th
Dallas, TX
(2009-08-03)
Construction on the Woodall Rodgers "deck park" in downtown Dallas will start next month. KERA's BJ Austin says the contract to build the deck has been awarded, and groundbreaking is set for September 14th
July Fourth Fireworks Illegal In City Limits
Dallas, TX
(2009-07-02)
Dallas Police and firefighters are warning Fourth of July party-ers that possession of firecrackers or cherry bombs within the city limits could blow up your wallet with a hefty fine. KERA's BJ Austin reports.
Dallas, TX
(2009-07-02)
Dallas Police and firefighters are warning Fourth of July party-ers that possession of firecrackers or cherry bombs within the city limits could blow up your wallet with a hefty fine. KERA's BJ Austin reports.
Texans Worried About National Economy
Dallas, TX
(2009-06-23)
Concern for the economy has grown 58 percent in the three years the Texas Lyceum has conducted its statewide poll on politics and attitudes. But Texans are far more pessimistic about the federal economy than the state outlook as KERA's Shelley Kofler reports.
Dallas, TX
(2009-06-23)
Concern for the economy has grown 58 percent in the three years the Texas Lyceum has conducted its statewide poll on politics and attitudes. But Texans are far more pessimistic about the federal economy than the state outlook as KERA's Shelley Kofler reports.
Dallas Pre-Approves Bond Sale for Convention Center Hotel
Dallas, TX
(2009-06-19)
Dallas is ready to sell 514 million dollars to build a downtown convention center hotel. KERA's BJ Austin says the vote to "pre-approve" the bond sale was unanimous.
Dallas, TX
(2009-06-19)
Dallas is ready to sell 514 million dollars to build a downtown convention center hotel. KERA's BJ Austin says the vote to "pre-approve" the bond sale was unanimous.
