Once upon a time there was a magical kingdom. Although it was a place full of glitter, gowns and glory, let it be known that this was no ordinary kingdom, but one dominated by cold weather, icy ponds and newly sharpened skates. This kingdom was also, strangely, whole new world…
Three-dimensional works have always captured the human imagination. Lines, colors, shapes and images are designed to intentionally force, jut and propel their way into your impressionable mind. From the interactive pop-up stories from your childhood memories to that puzzle book that always forced you to cross your eyes to see…
She bends over towards the ground with her elegant neck stretched outwards. Her arms are tightly tucked towards her body and her beady glass eyes sparkle in the imaginary sunlight. Her head begins to jut in and out in a violent manner. Her lips are now a pointed beak, and…
Attention all ghouls and ghastly unliving souls. The time has come to rise up out of your slimy, cobweb encrusted coffins. Drag your hollow and rotting body out of the 19th century cemetery and saunter over to the McKinney Avenue Contemporary 2010 Halloween Party. Enjoy a chilling DJ set by…
It’s a jungle out there, a jungle full of Prada-packing future divorcees, cheating husbands and grape juice-sucking toddlers already feeling the mounting pressure to succeed in the hallowed halls of academia. The Bradley Family is no exception in Circle Theatre’s production of Eric Coble’s Bright Ideas. Father Joshua Bradley puts…
Have you ever head the phrase “Everything is bigger in Texas”? From the food portions to the parties, to the thick pageant hair, it’s a fairly accurate Texan stereotype. Well, Contemporary Ballet Dallas is no exception to the rule. Join the company in celebrating the opening of its 10th season…
They’re creepy and yes, they’re kooky and maybe mysterious and spooky, but no, they are not the Addams Family. Hold on to your snaps, folks, because there’s a new gothic crew in town. And no, it’s not the Munsters, either. (Miss Marilyn would be proud, though). Meet the Mongrew family:…
Mirror, mirror on the wall who is the fairest musical character of all? Doc, Dopey, Happy, Grumpy, Sleepy, Sneezy and Bashful still agree: Snow White is indeed the fairest one of all. Join her in Casa Manana’s musical production of Snow White and the Seven Dwarves as she embarks on…
Dripping in loyalty, passion and determination, the people of Mexico scream for liberty as Father Hidalgo rings the brass church bell. The battle for independence has begun. Join Teatro Dallas as they commemorate this infamous 200 year-old moment in history with this year’s El Grito celebration. WFAA Channel 8’s Gloria…
Remember what it was like when you were young? Your father was always ragging on you about cutting the grass, pulling up your pants and hanging with the wrong crowd. Well, William Shakespeare knows how you feel, or he wouldn’t have written an entire play about it. Reminisce about those…
Once upon a time there was Mariah and Whitney. And oh, let’s not forget Madonna and Britney. They’ve been the cream of the crop, the creme de la creme of America’s most feisty females. Well, until now that is. Move over Mariah, Whitney, Madonna and Britney because there’s a bigger…
Diamonds, emeralds and rubies, oh my! And metal, iron and gold, too! Now is the perfect time to to dive into the wonderful world of bling and blacksmithing at the University of North Texas, as the school hosts Different Tempers: Jewelry & Blacksmithing in the UNT Art Gallery, located in…
What do creme brulee and chicken cordon bleu have in common with hair pulling and nail scratching? Well, Richardson Theatre’s production of Kitchen Witches, of course! It’s Martha Stewart meets Jerry Springer when Isobel Loma and Dolly Biddle are forced to settle 25 years of confrontation on their brand new…
It’s a little ironic, don’t you think? Who would have thought that the most impractical of all pessimists would end up making all the money? Welcome to Leo Bloom’s world in The Producers. An anxiety-ridden accountant, Bloom makes a business deal with Broadway producer Max Bialystock in hopes that their…
Once upon a time there was a princess who felt a pea through a dozen mattresses. And in another far, far away land there lived a girl named Cinderella. She wore a fabulous glass slipper while Snow White had seven little men to call her own. It’s true all of…
Give ’em the old razzle-dazzle just like Billy Flynn. Stand on tables, tap your toes and belt out your favorite lyrics. Yes, it’s cheesier than Velveeta but no one can deny an infectious Broadway musical. The passion, the hocus pocus and the magic have been celebrated for decades. Just ask…
He’ll do the dishes in your kitchen sink. He’ll put you to bed when you’ve had too much to drink. He could be the man who grows old with you. Seriously, he wants to grow old with you. Move over Adam Sandler. Although we loved you and your 1980s mullet…
The booze is a flowin’, the guns are going off and the cowboys–or cowgirls, in this case–are ready to ride off into the sunset. Sounds like a good ol’ rootin’, tootin’ time, doesn’t it? Can you hear the “yeehaws” and the “ride ’em cowboys”? Welcome to Jane Martin’s Wild, Wild…
It’s stressful isn’t it? The cooking, the cleaning and oh, don’t forget to wear something impressive. It’s even more of a nerve-racking nightmare when you’re doing it all for your future in-laws. Here’s to hoping your father doesn’t go all Father of the Bride on you. And if all else…
You know, these days it seems as though the term “starving artist” is more relevant than ever before. Well, with the economy the way it is right now, it seems as though it’s becoming harder and harder to get where you want to be. Have no fear, my gifted, creative…
Yes, there was Einstein. Yes, there was Picasso. But long, long ago in a galaxy not so far away there lived a man named Leonardo. Now Leonardo was not your average, everyday hero. In fact, he possessed far more brain power than any human being could ever imagine. Leonardo da…
Have you met them before? Do you know the women with perfect posture, pouty lips and pretty jewelry? Have you seen the brawny men with their starched-collar shirts, fancy sports cars, greasy hair and brown cigars? Well, if you haven’t, they’re easy to find, and almost every suburban neighborhood is…
