Abilities Expo returns to the Bayou City with its exhibitions products, technologies and resources to 
help everyone who need that extra assistance. The producers of the expo say "Buckle up for an all-inclusive climbing wall, a slew of adaptive sports, fun dance opportunities, info-packed workshops and more."
(From All Music.com - Heather Phares) With their sharply stylish mix of rock and dance music, Franz Ferdinand brought a wry sophistication to indie rock while becoming one of the U.K.'s most popular bands in the early 21st century. The Glasgow-based 
group arrived in the wake of the early-2000s rock revival, with bands such as the Strokes and the Libertines reminding listeners just how refreshing -- and evergreen -- hook-driven guitar music could be. While Franz Ferdinand had a kinship with those acts, their lineage also included the arch, angular post-punk of bands such as Wire and the witty, funky jangle of fellow Glaswegians Orange Juice. From the beginning, the group had a flair for translating arty and unexpected concepts and references into widely appealing music and visuals, whether it was the Russian Constructivism-inspired artwork that graced their early releases or the Howlin' Wolf homage in the guitar solos of 2004's smash single "Take Me Out." .
Hart's first gig was at The Laff House in Philadelphia under the name of Lil Kev, which did not go well. His career suffered a slow start, as he was booed off stage several times, once even having a piece of chicken thrown at him. After those initial 
unsuccessful shows, Hart began entering comedy competitions throughout Massachusetts, and his fortunes soon turned for the better.
It took time for Hart to develop a unique comedic style. After an early period of attempting to imitate comedians like Chris Tucker, he found his own rhythm by delving into his insecurities and life experiences. "Because of what I do, it has to be an open book," he has said. "But right now this is a book that is being written."
Hart's comedic style can be described as routines based on his racial, physical, familial and gender role experiences. His stand-up frequently invokes self-deprecation, derived from his experiences as a shorter-than-median (5'2"), black, adult male, with an extended black family, trying to navigate his career and personal paths in life. He frequently talks about his fears of being less than ideally physically gifted, the resulting ways in which they intersect with his masculinity, sexuality, traditional male gender role, as well as the experiences and dynamics of his social interactions, and how he fails to live up to the traditional definitions and notions of them.
The annual University of Houston's Shakespeare Festival kicks off this weekend (Thursday) at Miller 
Outdoor Theatre.
University of Houston's says, "Houston Shakespeare Festival uses Shakespeare’s works to draw together our diverse community to explore our common humanity."
King Lear
“As flies to wanton boys are we to the gods—they kill us for their sport.”
King Lear, in dividing his estate, disowns the wrong child. Family loyalty, betrayal, and madness set the 
stage for King Lear—the first Houston Shakespeare Festival production of this enthralling masterpiece in over 20 years. Director Stephanie Shine (As You Like It) leads a powerful ensemble in Shakespeare’s epic opus, with Jack Young in the title role.
Friday 8/5/2022 8:15 PM
Cymbeline
“I am glad I was up so late, for that’s the reason I was up so early.”
Shakespeare’s dark fairytale romance, Cymbeline, 
ells the tale of a hopeful princess Imogen and her banished secret husband, plus her wicked stepmother, her goofball step-brother, and her powerful father, King Cymbeline. They make a harrowing journey through secret plots, forbidden love, mistaken identity, vile poisons, and treachery. Laura Frye, who shined as Rosalind in As You Like It, returns to Houston to take on Imogen’s adventure.
Thursday 8/4/2022 8:15 PM
Saturday 8/6/2022 8:15 PM
