Preston Pannek Won’t Let a Small Thing Like Death Stop Him From Doing His Art
Deep Ellum is known for many things: late nights, music, drinking, recreational substances, art, culture and a few other unmentionable activities.
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Here’s What Fair Park Will Look Like After Its Makeover
The Fair Park’s Automotive Building could get a new lighting system and look thanks to a new renovation project approved by voters during the last special election on Nov. 8.
We Learned Tony Danza Is in on the Joke With Elton, and More, Ahead of His Greenville Show
This weekend, Tony Danza will be showing Dallas stages who’s boss. The TV legend will be bringing his Standards & Stories tour to Greenville this Saturday, Dec. 17.
Hemp Farmers and Marijuana Advocates Face a Burning Question: What Exactly Is Legal in Texas?
Tristan Taylor always thought he’d be a preacher. He liked to talk, so he’d been told growing up that he’d be either behind the pulpit or in front of the camera as a politician spewing promises he wouldn’t keep. Standing 6-foot-1 and weighing 360 pounds, Taylor dreamed of playing in the…
The Best Things To Do In Dallas, Dec. 14-20
The story goes that beloved, be-lettered authors J.R.R. Tolkien and C. S. Lewis were friends who were both fans of mythology (not a shocker considering their work) and apparently, Christmas. At least in the way that Tolkien helped Lewis see a new and better meaning for Christmas.
Fired Blaze Podcaster Calls Out Herschel Walker’s Son, Who Reminds Everyone Why He Got Fired
Twitter has always been a place for hostile exchanges, and it’s only gotten hotter thanks to … well, pretty much everything, including the Senate election in Georgia.
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A Travel Blogger’s Guide to Local, Original Gifts This Christmas
The holidays mean more than just potlucks, budgeting for the best gifts and decorating. Unlike the rest of the year, this is the season to think about how to use your time and money with intention.
The Best Geek Conventions and Fan Festivals Coming to Dallas In 2023
Facts are facts: geeks rule the world now. While there was a time where you’d have been mocked for wearing a Superman shirt in public, pop culture fandom has steadily become mainstream.
Fret Not Shark Tank Fans, Mark Cuban’s Not Going Anywhere
The long-running TV reality series Shark Tank is smack dab in the middle of its 14th season and a new Forbes article about Mark Cuban, the Dallas Mavericks owner and one of the show’s celebrity “sharks,” dropped quite a surprise about his possible status on the show.
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Dallas Sports Celebrates Brittney Griner’s Return
On Thursday morning, the news broke that WNBA basketball star Brittney Griner had been released following 10 months of imprisonment in Russia after being convicted of drug possession and smuggling.
The Violet Crown Opens This Weekend in Dallas, Replacing the Old Magnolia Theater
As any experienced cinephile will tell you, the majority of major releases, exclusive screenings, and specialty events within the film industry take place in New York and Los Angeles, though Dallas has one of the most robust film markets in the country.
The Comedy Shows You Won’t Want To Miss in Dallas in 2023
Don’t ever let someone tell you that comedy is dead. While some older comedians like to proclaim that “cancel culture” and “diversity” are making audiences too sensitive to deliver great comedy, we’ve seen some incredible new artists announce their presence over the past few years.
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The Best Things To Do In Dallas, Dec. 7-13
People talk a lot about the magic of Christmas, but now the magic is really coming to life because Cirque du Soliel is here. With a show based on the beloved Clement Clarke Moore poem, Cirque brings a beautiful acrobatic show designed so the whole family catches the spirit of Christmas.
Everything Local Theater Fans Should Have on Their Radar Next Year
Broadway isn’t getting any cheaper. Although every school has its batch of “theater kids,” the percentage of avid musical fans who actually get to see new shows during their initial run on Broadway is relatively slim.
What Dallas Film Fans Can Expect in 2023
It’s not bold to say that the film industry has been struggling in the past few years. While the ramifications of theater shutdowns amid the COVID-19 pandemic certainly highlighted some of the issues within the film community, the systemic issues within the industry can’t all be blamed on the events of 2020.
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How To Make Your Christmas Tree Cool Like You
Trimming the tree with personality and wit is having a moment. In 2022, decking the halls is a choose-your-own-adventure event.
The Coolest Holiday Events in DFW, From Drag Bingo to Swiftiemas
Don’t ask how it got here so fast, but the holidays officially began when you took that final bite of turkey and mash last week.
Mark Cuban’s Greatest Twitter Comebacks
Since billionaire Elon Musk took over Twitter, he’s restored banned accounts, including that of former President Donald Trump, tried to implement features that failed spectacularly and embarrassed himself with every unfunny, trolling Tweet. Twitter can be a toxic wasteland of scorn and hate, but it can also be genuinely entertaining…
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A Year After Starting a Podcast, These Hosts Are Holding Retreats in Costa Rica That Mimic LSD Therapy
Over the past few years, the terms “self-care” and “wellness” have successfully caught the public’s imagination.
A Guide to the Best and Brightest New Street Art in Dallas
The holidays are upon us, and with them, an influx of family and friends traveling to our fair city. When the football games are over, and the malls are too crowded, why not take your crew on a tour of the latest and greatest murals around town?
The Best Things To Do In Dallas, Nov. 30 – Dec. 6
WaterTower Theatre is celebrating its 27th season and the opener isn’t some quiet effort, but a big rock opera of Biblical proportions. Literally. The company is hitting the stage with Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar.
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The Best Moments in Texas Film This Past Year
2022 was a complex year for the film industry. Although the pandemic certainly caused a lot of major shifts in moviegoing habits, many of the film industry’s problems had been building up for a good while.