Previously a national security correspondent, Sid Balman Jr. has written a new novel that shifts from his focus on foreign conflict to a tragedy closer to home: “The Mural.”
Browsing: storytelling
Baylor hosted its first TEDxBaylor event this weekend, bringing together professors, students and community members for a day focused on sharing stories and ideas that inspire change at the Hurd Welcome Center.
Urban renewal has since demolished many homes and buildings in Calle Dos and Sandtown, another Hispanic neighborhood, but the inaugural Hispanic History Month Walking Tour aimed to bring them back through storytelling.
These reboots don’t bring the same charm. Instead, they rely on viewers’ nostalgia while struggling to stand on their own. While it’s fun to see old characters, nostalgia can only carry a show so far. Without strong writing and fresh storytelling, these reboots feel like imitations rather than meaningful continuations.
This spring, Stanton is bringing his passion to a new generation of artists. Throughout March and April, he will hold a weekly introduction to stained glass class where students will learn how to create different suncatchers — ranging from hummingbirds to chickens, dragonflies to tulips. The classes, held on Saturdays from 2-5 p.m., cost $100 per session.
Lyrical geniuses take the stage this week for Tunesday. While Coldplay, FINNEAS Orla Gartland all have a different sound and style of storytelling, there’s something to appreciate about each artist’s latest releases.
I typically am a sucker for musicals — “La La Land” and “Moulin Rouge!” being some of my favorites. However, both of those films provided both a compelling narrative and emotional interest — aspects that were absent from this sequel.
From teaching at Baylor and authoring almost 30 books to preaching at churches around the world, there are not many fields where Dr. Greg Garrett does not have his foot in the door.
Baylor in New Zealand, a faculty-led summer study abroad program, has increased its course offerings this year to include both English and film classes. The deadline to apply is March 1, and students who are interested can attend the Study Abroad Fair from 3 to 4 p.m. Thursday in the Barfield Drawing Room.
Everyone wants their music everywhere, and the easiest way for people to get their music everywhere is to make it popular on the radio. The more radio plays, the more hits … simple enough, right? However, this reach for the spotlight comes with a price: sacrificing storytelling for catchiness.
The next time you have a free moment, put in your AirPods and play your favorite song, then everything else is just one Google search away. Every song has a story. It’s up to you to find it. Don’t be afraid to dive into the lore of your favorite songs and artists.
Music is at its best when a story is being told, whether the story is being told in one song or throughout an entire album.