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Tarra Gaines

Tarra Gaines

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Arts and Entertainment Writer, CultureMap Houston

Houston

Biography

As arts, entertainment and lifestyle writer for CultureMap, Tarra Gaines focuses on the performing, visual and literary arts but she also muses on travel, television, rodeo concerts and (that one time) haunted furniture with little prompting. Gaines earned a Master of Fine Arts from Texas State University and teaches literature and composition at Houston Community College.

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Travel , Art Market, Art World , Museums, Contemporary Art , Art Education, Photography, Art History

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Total articles 1575

  • Art cars, elephants, and 8 more can't-miss April openings in Houston

    By Tarra Gaines Verified| CultureMap Houston Verified April is the perfect month to experience art all around Houston, especially outdoors. With all the festivals and free, large-scale installations opening this month, we have a herd of new art to explore. But if the days get hot, museums and galleries will also welcome Houstonians inside for some cool and colorful exhibitions. Look for exciting new shows opening in the Museum District, plus both the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and Contemporary Arts Museum Houston celebrate young local artists.

    By Tarra Gaines Verified · CultureMap Houston

    Apr. 08, 2025

  • Leaping into the Unknown: The Risks and Rewards of World Premieres

    By Tarra Gaines Verified| Arts and Culture Texas Verified Everyone loves a good first, from races to teams to a step on the moon, but when it comes to theater, being the first to offer a brand new work is not without risks. World premiere productions can be especially precarious show business for regional companies in terms of financial and reputation costs. Yet, all over Texas, from the smallest theaters to city institutions, companies still offer up the occasional world premiere. So what’s the reward?

    By Tarra Gaines Verified · Arts and Culture Texas

    Apr. 07, 2025

  • Musicals and comedies headline Houston's 12 best shows for April

    By Tarra Gaines Verified| CultureMap Houston Verified Drama, comedy and mystery bloom across stages throughout Houston, but we’ve also got a song in our heart for the many musicals and operas opening this month. Mamma Mia, is there a lot of theater this month from a new twist on our favorite detective to a world premiere, true biography of an unsung WWII hero. So as you ease on down the road to your favorite live theater venue, don’t miss these stellar shows.

    By Tarra Gaines Verified · CultureMap Houston

    Apr. 02, 2025

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CultureMap Houston

CultureMap is an online magazine that focuses on hyper-localized lifestyle content, covering topics such as food, fashion, society, real estate, arts, and entertainment. Founded in 2009 in Houston, Texas, it has expanded to major cities across Texas, including Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, and San Antonio. The magazine provides in-depth coverage of local events and trends, supported by a team of experienced editors and writers. Acquired by Gow Media in 2017, CultureMap has grown into a multi-platform media company, reaching nearly 8 million people monthly. It utilizes proprietary web technology to deliver its content effectively. With approximately 46 employees, CultureMap generates around $6 million in revenue and continues to engage a loyal audience interested in local lifestyle and events.

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Founded: 2009