KTSU Program Director, Donna Franklin Donna Frankin, has over 25 years of experience in the broadcast industry. She began her career in Cincinnati, Ohio before moving to Houston in 1999 as Smooth Jazz Night host for SUNNY 99.1. In 2003, Donna accepted a position with SMOOTH JAZZ 95.7 THE WAVE. She soon became the first female solo morning show radio host in the market. … Read More Master of Ceremonies KTSU’s Donna Franklin
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Welcome to this series of blogs we playfully named “Bobble Around with Doc”. In this series, we will share former student’s heartfelt tributes as well as some of Doc’s stories, adventures and fun facts. One might ask, why the bobblehead? At Doc’s 80th birthday party his daughter Kerri gave him a custom bobblehead. It instantly became a hit with the DocFest family who in … Read More Bobble Around with Doc… Alan Hampton at DaCamera Houston
A Houston native, Mark Simmons began his drumming career at the young age of 5 at Greater Emmanuel Church of God in Christ (Houston, TX) under the leadership of Pastor Benny and First Lady Earlene Allen. It was here where he began cultivating his God-given talent as a musician under the direction of Myra Banks and Carole Allen Simmons. While in school, Mark … Read More Mark Simmons Performing with Bobby Lyle at DocFest ’23
Andre Hayward is an extremely gifted trombonist with the sound and clarity reminiscent of the late J.J. Johnson. His gospel-tinged approach is refreshing and will warm the hearts of anyone he comes in contact with. Born in Houston, Texas in 1973, Hayward’s first exposure to the world of music was through his parents, Melvin and Barbara Hayward where musical talent exists on both sides. … Read More DocFest `23 Featuring HSPVA Alumnus Andre Hayward
Tommy Davidson’s exceptional range – from stand-up comedy and acting to versatile music accomplishments – have earned him a reputation as an extraordinary performer who delivers no matter the arena. Best known as one of the stars of the hit television show In Living Color, Davidson’s visibility has allowed him to become a household name known for his innovative talent. Davidson started his career … Read More DocFest ’23 Featuring Tommy Davidson
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