On this episode of OPEN Friday with Rhina Valentin, Artistic Director at the Casita Maria Center for Arts and Education, Gail Heidel, accompanied by teaching artist María Luisa Portuondo present an overview of their latest gallery exhibition, 'What Makes Us, Us,’ dedicated to creative expression of the South Bronx youth. Next, award-winning filmmaker, producer, and founder of Grayscale Media, Amanda M. Ramírez visits to discuss her career in media production and exciting upcoming initiatives. Finally, the OPEN Artist Spotlight shines on accomplished vocalist, pianist, composer, and faculty member at the Manhattan School of Music Richard Baskin Jr., reflecting on his professional journey as a New York City performer and closing out the program with an exclusive live performance of a classic Charlie Chaplin composition. All this and more, only on BronxNet's 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.
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.