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Samantha Thornfelt

Samantha Thornfelt is a music and culture writer at the Dallas Observer. At the University of North Texas, she has served as the managing editor and arts & life editor at the North Texas Daily student paper. She’s an Aries, likes long walks on the beach and loves a good em dash.

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North Richland Hills Broke 2 Guinness World Records With Holiday Drone Show

By Samantha ThornfeltDecember 19, 2023

In case you missed it, North Richland Hills had a whole lotta drones at its Christmas show.

Dallas Photographer Adrian Omar Displays the Power of Memory Through Family Photo Albums

By Samantha ThornfeltDecember 8, 2023

“I think photography is that ripple in time.” Adrian Omar’s new photography series looks at the power of family memories.

Nasher Sculpture Center Director Jeremy Strick Announces Retirement

By Samantha ThornfeltNovember 28, 2023

Before Jeremy Strick leaves the Nasher, we have some questions.

10 Dallas Artists to Put on Your Playlist if You Love Taylor Swift

By Samantha ThornfeltNovember 27, 2023

Whether you love country Taylor, pop Taylor or all Taylor Swift, there’s a Dallas artist for you.

See the Best Costumes at DJ Blake Ward’s Wes Anderson Party

By Samantha ThornfeltNovember 14, 2023

The cool kids came out this weekend for Blake Ward’s Wes Anderson-themed party.

Dallas Bluesman Jason Elmore Shows His Hard Rock Side in Latest Album

By Samantha ThornfeltNovember 8, 2023

Talk about Deep Ellum blues. Jason Elmore is back and showing a harder rocking side.

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Ballet North Texas’ Sensory-Friendly Performances Make Dance More Accessible

By Samantha ThornfeltNovember 3, 2023

The goal is to help dance reach a wider audience.

Dallas Museum of Art, Nasher Sculpture Center Gifted More Than 50 Roy Lichtenstein Works

By Samantha ThornfeltNovember 2, 2023

You’ve seen Roy Lichtenstein’s work whether you know it or not. Now you can see a whole lot more of it.

Deep Ellum Celebrates 9 Years of The Nines

By Samantha ThornfeltOctober 30, 2023

For nine years, The Nines has kept the freaky soul of Deep Ellum alive.

Dallas Zoo Collects Ivory, Skins as It Works To Educate Public About Illegal Wildlife Trade

By Samantha ThornfeltOctober 27, 2023

Dallas is a hub in the illegal wildlife trade, and the zoo wants to help stop that through education.

The Concert Truck Is Back!

By Samantha ThornfeltOctober 12, 2023

What’s that beautiful sound in the streets of Dallas? (It’s not the paletero, though that’s also music to our ears.) It’s the Concert Truck!

Torchy’s Tacos Responds to Viral Video of Nazi Customers

Torchy’s Tacos Responds to Viral Video of Nazi Customers

By Samantha ThornfeltOctober 11, 2023

Torchy’s was visited by aggressive customers in Nazi uniform this week. The restaurant has now responded.

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‘Tis the Damn Season: A Dallas Guide to ‘Taylor Swift Month’

By Samantha ThornfeltOctober 11, 2023

Put your gourds and skeletons away: This is Taylor Swift Month, the only holiday we’ll observe.

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