On this episode of OPEN with Rhina Valentin, Arthur Avilés, Founder of ArthurAvilés Typical Theatre (AATT) & Co-Founder of BAAD! The Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance, discusses the AATT Academy program and the importance of accessible arts education. Then, Ann Sylvia Clark, Creator of ThriftJam, joins Filmmaker, Salsa Dancer and Collaborator, Kenny Salsa, to talk about ThriftJam 2026 and how the event celebrates community through music, dance, and creativity. Lastly, Lee Hogans, Trumpeter, Founder & Executive Producer of WiLeeHo Music LLC, discusses his music career, followed by a special performance.
OPEN is BronxNet’s premier weekday magazine show, bringing you the heartbeat of the Bronx and beyond. Join hosts Dr. Bob Lee (Mondays), Daren Jaime (Wednesdays), and Rhina Valentin (Fridays) for an essential mix of local news, civic engagement, and world-class culture. From hard-hitting conversations with community leaders to exclusive performances by rising stars in arts and entertainment, OPEN is your daily window into the stories and people shaping our borough.
What is OPEN?
OPEN is BronxNet’s premier weekday magazine show, bringing you the heartbeat of the Bronx and beyond. Join hosts Dr. Bob Lee (Mondays), Daren Jaime (Wednesdays), and Rhina Valentin (Fridays) for an essential mix of local news, civic engagement, and world-class culture. From hard-hitting conversations with community leaders to exclusive performances by rising stars in arts and entertainment, OPEN is your daily window into the stories and people shaping our borough.