Great Day HoustonWhether you’re new to Houston or have lived here for many years, there are lots of hidden gems to discover around our city. One of those places is known around the world but might be new to you. It highlights our sense of purpose, art, and architecture. In this latest episode of "Destination Houston," Great Day producers Emma Ross and Keirra Ewah visited The Rothko Chapel.
Tucked away in a beautiful area of Houston’s Montrose neighborhood, The Rothko Chapel is situated between the University of St. Thomas and the Menil Collection. The Chapel was founded by John and Dominique de Menil, and serves as a place of both spiritual reflection and a work of major modern art.
The de Menils created the space with celebrated abstract artist, Mark Rothko, who envisioned the chapel as a sanctuary for meditation, reflection, and inspiration. Rothko was heavily involved with every aspect of the building design from the geometric shape to the specific lighting. Fourteen of Rothko’s paintings make up the heart of the Chapel. These art pieces, known as the "Rothko Panels," are a series of dark, abstract canvases that invite viewers into the painting. Visitors can immerse themselves in both the art and the spiritual environment, making each visit a unique transformative experience.
The de Menils wanted the Chapel to serve as both a holy place and a gathering center for the community. The Chapel hosts regular programs that address social justice issues, foster dialogue, and spark positive change. The Rothko Chapel is a powerful example of Houston’s rich cultural heritage and is well worth a visit.
Destination Houston: The Rothko ChapelGreat Day Houston2023-09-08 | Whether you’re new to Houston or have lived here for many years, there are lots of hidden gems to discover around our city. One of those places is known around the world but might be new to you. It highlights our sense of purpose, art, and architecture. In this latest episode of "Destination Houston," Great Day producers Emma Ross and Keirra Ewah visited The Rothko Chapel.
Tucked away in a beautiful area of Houston’s Montrose neighborhood, The Rothko Chapel is situated between the University of St. Thomas and the Menil Collection. The Chapel was founded by John and Dominique de Menil, and serves as a place of both spiritual reflection and a work of major modern art.
The de Menils created the space with celebrated abstract artist, Mark Rothko, who envisioned the chapel as a sanctuary for meditation, reflection, and inspiration. Rothko was heavily involved with every aspect of the building design from the geometric shape to the specific lighting. Fourteen of Rothko’s paintings make up the heart of the Chapel. These art pieces, known as the "Rothko Panels," are a series of dark, abstract canvases that invite viewers into the painting. Visitors can immerse themselves in both the art and the spiritual environment, making each visit a unique transformative experience.
The de Menils wanted the Chapel to serve as both a holy place and a gathering center for the community. The Chapel hosts regular programs that address social justice issues, foster dialogue, and spark positive change. The Rothko Chapel is a powerful example of Houston’s rich cultural heritage and is well worth a visit.
============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonComedy Legend Jo Koy Lights Up HoustonGreat Day Houston2024-09-05 | Jo Koy, the comedian who's been lighting up stages around the globe, is back in town—and he's ready to make Houston laugh like never before! Since the release of his first Netflix special in 2017, Jo Koy’s star has skyrocketed. With four more Netflix specials under his belt and a trail of sold-out shows, his comedic success is nothing short of unstoppable. ============================= Please subscribe to our channel and like the type of content you'd like to see more of posted to our page.
Houston native Ali Siddiq honed his comedic chops in front of one of the toughest crowds you can imagine. While his fellow inmates were throwing punches, he was busy throwing punchlines. His time behind bars gave him a unique perspective and an appreciation for the healing power of laughter – something that not only got him out of trouble but also set him on the path to becoming one of the most innovative comedians out there.
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With more than 1.2 million likes on TikTok, Vortxz is making a splash on the music scene, selling out shows across the country and drawing fans from all over to see them perform.
Who exactly is Vortxz? It started with four friends who grew up together in Pasadena, TX. The band was founded by Isais “Rambo” Rodarte, who is the lead singer and songwriter. On lead guitar and keys in Noe Rodriguez. Luar Quintanilla is the bass player and Jonathan Lopz is on drums.
Their sound varies from new-wave indie, Rock en Espanol to alternative rock.
Great Day's Carlos Hernandez caught up with Vortxz before they headed out on their first West Coast tour.
It's become so popular, in 2017, the SaberCats pounced on Houston, becoming one of the founding members of Major League Rugby.
Fast forward two years later, they found its home at SaberCats Stadium.
With a franchise record of 10 victories last season, the Houston SaberCats are back with their claws out.
Great Day's Carlos Hernandez caught up with the SaberCats ahead of their season. ============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonEric Bischoff details his life in and out of professional wrestling and his latest book, Grateful.Great Day Houston2024-04-12 | One of the men most responsible for the astronomical success of professional wrestling is Eric Bischoff. He was the Executive Producer and eventual President of World Championship Wrestling, and The Monday Night Wars in the 1990s between WCW and WWE created some of the most controversial moments and stars to this day. Eric spoke about his latest book, "Grateful," and shared how he found gratitude for all the meteoric highs and plummeting low in the unpredictable world of professional wrestling...an industry he never even thought he'd work in. ============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonRun for Rose and help support brain cancer research and pediatric initiativesGreat Day Houston2024-04-10 | ============================= The Dr. Marnie Rose Foundation has raised over 7 million dollars in an effort to cure brain cancer once and for all! The 20th Annual Run for the Rose is almost here!
============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonMeet The Redhead LatinaGreat Day Houston2024-04-05 | The word "Hispanic" encompasses a large group of people whose heritage includes roots from Spain. Especially when you go south of the border, you realize that it's not related to one color of skin, eyes, or hair. The way Ana Saia looks may throw some people off, but she's Hispanic and calls herself "The Redhead Latina." She shares her Mexican American heritage with over three million followers on TikTok. Her most popular videos usually include her Mexican mom.
A so-called "no sabo" kid is a child who comes from a Latin or Hispanic family and speaks little to no Spanish. Because of this, they can sometimes be treated as outsiders to the culture. Saia created a post explaining how to survive a family reunion as a "no sabo" kid. Saia grew up listening to Spanish at home in Las Vegas but continuously works to improve her Spanish to clean up the "English accent" many tend to have due to the culture clash. As a social media personality, she is often faced with backlash and hate comments, but she loves to turn a bad situation upside down. She is a big advocate against bullying and often finds these situations as opportunities to help others deal with insecurities.
============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonExtremes Nuno Bettencourts large musical family started him on the road to rock stardomGreat Day Houston2024-02-23 | Before hitting Houston at the House of Blues on February 20, Nuno Bettencourt took time out of his tour schedule to share with Deborah his life as the youngest of 10 siblings, growing up in a musical family and how he came to be in the beloved rock band Extreme. Their new album "SIX" is out now and the band is supporting it on their "Thicker Than Blood" tour. ============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonRising country music singer / songwriter Hannah Ellis drops her debut album That GirlGreat Day Houston2024-01-19 | Small-town Kentucky girl Hannah Ellis chased her dreams of music stardom and is poised to dominate 2024 with her new album. After a decade of writing songs for other artists, this firecracker is ready to set the world on notice! Learn more about Hannah Ellis on her website, hannahellismusic.com ============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonHoustons South Side Roller Derby teamGreat Day Houston2023-09-28 | Some people roller skate for fun but the ladies with South Side Roller Derby skate for sport! Gear up for a "wheely" good time with their team!
============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonInterview: Afrobeats artist, Adekunle GoldGreat Day Houston2023-09-21 | Adekunle Gold created his own path after multiple industry-related "nos." Fast forward a few years and the Nigerian singer /songwriter has sold out shows worldwide. He’s created Afro-pop tunes with some of the biggest names in music like Pharrell Williams and Khalid.
He spoke with Great Day Houston ahead of his concert at the House of Blue on 9/23/23
You can also read some of the articles Debbie has written for Smithsonian Magazine here: smithsonianmag.com/author/debbie-gary ============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonMeet Kevin Olusola & Matt Sallee from PentatonixGreat Day Houston2023-08-29 | Before he was a member of the Grammy-award-winning acapella group, Pentatonix, Matt Sallee was part of their audience as a fan. Today, he's following his dreams as the bass for Pentatonix. The group is coming to Houston this September as they embark on a world tour. Matt Sallee and another one of the group's members, Kevin Olusola, joined Great Day Houston with a preview of what fans can expect at their concert.
============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonSinger/Songwriter Kenny Loggins talks his career journey & This Is It TourGreat Day Houston2023-08-03 | At around 7 years old, Kenny Loggins, watched his older brothers struggle with something that seemed to come naturally to him, writing songs. He made a lifelong, award-winning career out of it. His talent made him the king of movie soundtracks and his voice created timeless pieces we still love today.
============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonOstoras Mesmerizing Cirque-Style Performance | An Unforgettable Immersive ExperienceGreat Day Houston2023-07-19 | When's the last time you went for drinks and a bite to eat and didn't want to blink, for fear you'd miss something amazing? That captivating experience is what you can expect to find on the last Wednesday of every month when Ostora takes over the Ivy House for an enchanting evening of fantasy, magic, and burlesque. Ostora brings to the stage 'The Fate of the White Snake,' a cirque-style show inspired by the Chinese legend of the white snake. Visitors can indulge in an assortment of cocktails and bites while they enjoy ballroom dancing, aerial performances, and live music. For more information about Ostora or to purchase tickets, click here. ostorahouston.com
The craft brewery was founded by four former NASA employees. The rocket scientists, space-suit developers, and mission managers started out in a garage with some brewing equipment and a dream.
True Anomaly Brewing Co. is located at 2012 Dallas St in EaDo, and recently won 2023 Brewery of the Year at the annual Texas Craft Brewer's Cup, along with multiple Gold and Silver medals for individual beers. #DrinkBoldly ============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonThe History of Hispanic Houstons Pan-America BallroomGreat Day Houston2023-06-22 | Throughout the 1950s, 60s, and 70s, one Houston venue was the epicenter for music and dance. The event space drew some of the biggest performers to Houston's Hispanic entertainment scene.
The building has long been demolished, but the memories created live on through the memories of the Houstonians who went to the Pan-America Ballroom.
Great Day Houston and Houston Historian, Mister McKinney take a look back at the ballroom's history
• Gregorio Torres Valerio Collection, Houston Public Library, Houston Metropolitan Research Center
• Paul Hester Collection, Houston Public Library, Houston Metropolitan Research Center
• Associated Press
• National Archive
============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonThe story behind Horse Soldier BourbonGreat Day Houston2023-06-21 | Horse Soldier Bourbon was created by former military members looking to honor their fellow service and the men and women. Military battles are the stuff that Hollywood scripts are made of. The movie "12 Strong," Starring Chris Hemsworth, tells the story of one of those battles, after 9/11. When soldiers could not use standard military vehicles, they had to hop on the only other option... a horse. Retired U-S Army Infantry Officer and Green Beret, Will Summers, was one of the real-life "Horse Soldiers". He joined Great Day Houston to discuss his incredible journey, and how it led to the creation of Horse Soldier Bourbon Whiskey. (horsesoldierbourbon.com)
"iCarly" season 3 is streaming now on Paramount+. To watch the first two episodes of season 3, click here. (paramountplus.com/shows/icarly-2021/episodes) New episodes come out on Thursdays.
"Nickelodeon's original "iCarly" series, which ran from 2007-2012, followed a group of best friends as they created a webcast for and about kids their age while grappling with everyday problems and adventures. During its initial run, "iCarly" became a pop culture staple and regularly broke viewership records among audiences of all ages. Nathan Kress stars as Freddie Benson, a hopeless romantic with dreams of striking it big in the tech world, and he won't let his two divorces, or a failed startup, keep him down. Living at his mom's home with his stepdaughter, Millicent, Freddie finds himself starting over again. Jerry Trainor stars as Spencer Shay, a successful artist who has stayed true to his vision over the years and uses his newfound riches to create art and fund his sister's schemes. While Spencer can seem like an overgrown man-child at times, he was the one who raised Carly and will do anything to protect her. " ============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonWhat’s your favorite part of Comicpalooza?Great Day Houston2023-05-30 | Great Day Houston asked attendees to share their favorite part of Comicpalooza! 💥Rainn Wilson on his new show, The Geography of BlissGreat Day Houston2023-05-23 | Host and Intrepid Traveler Rainn Wilson traversed the globe searching for the secrets to the happiest societies on Earth in the new Peacock Original Series, "Rainn Wilson and the Geography of Bliss." Visit peacocktv.com to stream the series anytime.
"Based on Eric Weiner's New York Times bestselling book, "The Geography of Bliss: One Grump's Search for the Happiest Places in the World," host Rainn Wilson will explore some of the happiest and least happy places on earth from Iceland to Bulgaria to Ghana, and in a profound, humorous, and experiential way that unpacks the science of happiness.
Rainn Wilson is an Emmy-nominated actor, writer and producer best known for playing the role of Dwight Schrute on "The Office". Other Movie and TV roles include Super, The Meg, Backstrom, Blackbird, The Rocker, Utopia, Six Feet Under and Don't Tell a Soul among many others.
============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonMeet the Founders of Mallet London: Tommy Mallet & Evren OzkaGreat Day Houston2023-05-19 | When athletic shoes, initially known as 'plimsolls,' were first invented in the late 1800s, they were primarily intended for vacation activities like tennis or strolling along the beach. Today, the Brits call them trainers, Americans call them sneakers, and people wear them everywhere for every occasion. One of the hottest lines to run up on the market is Mallet London. Celebrities like will.i.am and Drake are sporting their shoes. Tommy Mallet , the co-founder and designer of Mallet London, made an appearance on Great Day Houston alongside his co-founder, Evren Ozka. Mallet London shoes are now being sold in the U.S. at Saks Fifth Avenue. You can also shop online through their website: us.mallet.com
============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonFrom Nurse to Rockstar: Keshis Journey in MusicGreat Day Houston2023-05-03 | In an exclusive interview with Great Day Houston, rising indie-pop star Keshi sits down to discuss his early life in Houston, Texas, his career as a nurse, and his transition to becoming a successful musician. The lo-fi recording artist talks about his time as a nurse and how he balanced his career in healthcare with his passion for music.
Keshi's debut album, "Gabriel", is out now. For more information, or to stay up-to-date with Keshi, you can follow him on social media. Twitter: @keshimusic Instagram: @Keshi Facebook: @keshimusic
============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonDestination Houston: Project Row HousesGreat Day Houston2023-04-21 | Thirty years ago, a group of young African American artists had a vision to revitalize Houston's Historic Third Ward through art and culture. They bought a block and a half of run-down, shot-gun style row houses and transformed them into a space for community and art. Great Day Houston's latest Destination Houston explores Project Row Houses and their unique part of Houston's art scene and history. For more information, visit projectrowhouses.org
Maggie Lindemann's latest album, "Suckerpunch," is now everywhere music is streamed or sold.
Since its release in late 2022, SUCKERPUNCH (amazon.com/SUCKERPUNCH-Maggie-Lindemann/dp/B0B6G47RBZ) has received more than 78 million global streams and has been praised by NYLON as "an expression of her true sound, and an indicator of where she plans to go next." Following the album release, Maggie performed at sold-out shows in New York City and Los Angeles. She will embark on her sold-out SUCKERPUNCH World Tour in March with stops throughout the U.S., Australia, and Europe before joining Machine Gun Kelly for a special guest performance in Berlin in June. ============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonTrailer Trap creator & country music star Blanco BrownGreat Day Houston2023-02-08 | "Trailer Trap" creator and country music star Blanco Brown discusses his life, music and family
Located on a quiet street in Houston’s Rice Military neighborhood, you might hear the Beer Can House before you see it. Over fifty thousand beer cans adorn the house once home to John Milkovisch. The retired upholsterer for the Southern Pacific Railroad, began his project in 1968, inlaying his yard with marbles, rocks, and metal objects because he "got sick of mowing the grass".
An avid beer drinker, and never one to throw something away, John soon began using old beer cans to add aluminum beer can siding to his home. Over the next 18 years, John’s house became dubbed the “Beer Can House” as it was adorned with metal garlands, wind chimes, fences, and even a mailbox made out of beer cans.
After John Milkovisch and his wife, Mary, passed away, the Beer Can House was acquired and restored by The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art. (orangeshow.org) Visitors can pay $5 to explore the house Saturdays and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. For tickets or more information, visit full.orangeshow.org/beer-can-house
============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonTV Host Marci Hopkins shares her journey with sobriety and going from Chaos to ClarityGreat Day Houston2023-01-13 | Almost 25 percent of drinkers planned to participate in DRY JANUARY this year. The month-long break from drinking is a way for some to recover after an indulgent holiday season, but for others it's a chance to re-evaluate their relationship with alcohol. Finding out what leads to having a drink is an important step in learning how not to have a drink. That was certainly true for Marci Hopkins, the host of "Wake Up With Marci"( wakeupwithmarci.com/about-host ). Hopkins joined Great Day Houston to share her story of overcoming alcohol addiction and healing from childhood trauma. To read Marci's story, you can order her memoir "Chaos To Clarity" here. amazon.com/Chaos-Clarity-Seeing-Breaking-Cycles/dp/1955272115
============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonJessica Chastain & Michael Shannon discuss George & TammyGreat Day Houston2023-01-04 | The stars of the hit Showtime series, "George & Tammy", Jessica Chastain, and Michael Shannon, discuss their lives and Hollywood careers. Based on "The Three of Us: Growing Up with Tammy and George", the Golden Globe-Nominated drama chronicles the lives of country music power couple Tammy Wynette and George Jones. ============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonRemembering Patrick Swayze with the Dirty Dancing soundtrack composersGreat Day Houston2022-12-15 | Meet John DeNicola, Franke Previte, and Stacy Widelitz. We talk to the award-winning composers of Dirty Dancing about working with Houston legend, Patrick Swayze.
============================= STAY IN TOUCH :) GDH Twitter - twitter.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Facebook- facebook.com/GreatDayHouston GDH Instagram - instagram.com/greatdayhouston GDH Tik Tok - tiktok.com/@greatdayhoustonExploring Downtown Houstons City LightsGreat Day Houston2022-12-14 | Discover the ultimate winter wonderland experience in Downtown Houston! 🎄❄🎁 City Lights Downtown Holiday Magic (now - Jan. 2nd) spans 8 unique, themed villages featuring ice skating, live entertainment, movie nights, and more for family & friends to enjoy! #CityLightsHou #ExploreHou =============================