Zara Amaechi
Arts Access ReporterZara was born in Croydon, England, and moved to Texas at eight years old. She grew up running track and field until her last year at the University of North Texas. She previously interned for D Magazine and has a strong passion for music history and art culture.
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Afro Air festival is bringing the cultures of the African diaspora together at Fair Park this May with live music, food, art and community. -
Last week Billy Bob Thornton revealed Elliott would be joining the Season 2 cast of 鈥淟andman,鈥� Taylor Sheridan鈥檚 Texas oil drama on Paramount+. -
On Friday, organizations across the country received funding termination notices. -
The funding, originally intended to support Deep Vellum's publication of international authors, was abruptly terminated as the NEA shifts focus under new federal guidelines. -
Dallas artist Jesus Alba restored a historic mural on Jefferson Boulevard, adding modern touches while honoring Mexican history ahead of the Cinco de Mayo parade. -
Inspire Art Dallas unveiled a powerful mural by artists Joshua and Mari Hidalgo King at Cancer Survivors Plaza in Downtown Dallas, telling four survivors' emotional journeys through bold colors. -
DFW Junk Journal Club is turning scraps and keepsakes into art. The North Texas group brings people together to turn everyday items into long lasting memories. -
The Dallas Street Choir, made up of people affected by homelessness, shared the stage with Broadway star Bryan Terrell Clark for a moving performance about life on the streets. -
With corporate arts funding down 21%, a new North Texas event aims to connect business professionals to local arts organizations. -
Dallas DJ Brandon Blue is teaching music lovers how to mix and build community at his new monthly workshop, Stick Talk. -
Dallas hip-hop legend The D.O.C. is launching The Dream Experience Academy, a summer program giving South Dallas students opportunities in creative industries. The initiative aims to bridge racial disparities in entertainment and tackle chronic absenteeism. -
As Dallas Arts Month pops off, the city is buzzing with new trends such as immersive theaters, a growing DJ scene and the rise of junk journaling. Here鈥檚 what to expect.
