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Don't Miss These 5 Screenings at Dallas International Film Festival

By Vanessa Quilantan
Apr 26, 2024

Dallas International Film Festival is hosting multiple world premieres and exclusive screenings this weekend. Here are some you don't want to miss.
Crazy Plane Lady Has Branded Herself 'Anti-Woke.' What a Shocker!

By Vanessa Quilantan
Apr 26, 2024

Relax, America. Tiffany is large and in charge now.
A Short Film About a Texas Trans Family Debuts in Denton

By Jef Rouner
Apr 26, 2024

The film spotlights a Texas family seeking normalcy amid transphobic policies.
JaRich Moved to Dallas From Newark To Fund His Nonprofit With His Music

By Ryann Gordon
Apr 25, 2024

After an appearance on "Ellen," the New Jersey singer directed his nonprofit efforts toward Dallas.
After Battling DC Comics, Parody Film The People's Joker Makes Its Way to Dallas

By Lisa Laman
Apr 25, 2024

Filmmaker Vera Drew had to fight some legal villains, but the DC parody film is finally playing locally with an April 25 screening at the Texas Theatre.
Japanese Fast Fashion Brand UNIQLO Moves Into DFW

By Ismael M. Belkoura
Apr 24, 2024

The Japanese brand is coming to DFW to compete with Forever 21 and, let's be honest, your SHEIN addiction.
The Best Things To Do in Dallas, April 24–30

By Merritt Martin
Apr 24, 2024

Film, jazz and joy: This week you don't have to choose.
Dallas Artist Kristin Colaneri Celebrates Women Through Time in Photo Exhibition

By Samantha Thornfelt
Apr 23, 2024

Dallas artists channel iconic artists in a photo exhibition that explores many social themes.
Paging Hypebeasts and Dandies! Martini Man Consignment Has Your Big Boy Clothes.

By Kendall Morgan
Apr 19, 2024

The new vintage shop on Henderson is ready to transform every Dallas man's closet.
Chris Lewellyn Won’t Give Up on Deep Ellum. His Latest Venture Proves It.

By Tyler Hicks
Apr 18, 2024

Store owner is bullish on the neighborhood's future for his retail shop.
The Wild Detectives and Deep Vellum Publishing To Mark 10th Anniversaries

By Poppy Xander
Apr 18, 2024

Two local literary powerhouses are having a birthday celebration this weekend.
Dallas No. 5 Most Forgetful U.S. City, Uber Says

By Dallon Adams
Apr 17, 2024

Anyone in North Texas missing a whole smoked pork belly?
Preston Playhouse Debuts, and It’s a Pickleball Mecca

By Nick Reynolds
Apr 17, 2024

It's also a great place to play padel, whatever that is.
The Best 4/20 Events in Dallas

By Carly May Gravley
Apr 16, 2024

Dallas is celebrating 4/20 in style, and you won't want to "puff, puff, pass" on these events.
Dallas Has a New Poet Laureate. Here's What That Means for Poetry Enthusiasts.

By Carly May Gravley
Apr 16, 2024

Dr. Mag Gabbert's responsibilities will include speaking at community events, developing outreach programs and holding office hours at the Dallas Public Library.
The Texas Tradition Rodeo Makes Its Last Stop in Denton Before Heading to Austin

By Charles Farmer
Apr 15, 2024

It wasn't Denton's first gay rodeo, though it could be the last.
UNT Student Wins Over Social Media for Senior Photoshoot With Dog

By Samantha Thornfelt
Apr 15, 2024

Pup dressed in graduation garb is, let's just say it, cute AF.
The Texas Theatre's Vianca Vega Wants To Show You Your New Favorite Movie

By Vanessa Quilantan
Apr 15, 2024

The historic Oak Cliff theater, a jewel of Dallas cinema culture, has a lover of movies who is eager to share her passion for film.
Kathy Griffin Will Distill Personal Tragedy Into Universal Comedy at the Majestic Theatre

By Kendall Morgan
Apr 13, 2024

The comedian is a living example of how comedy equals tragedy plus time.
Cocina Flamenca Live Festival Brings Spanish Food and Dance to Dallas

By Alex Gonzalez
Apr 12, 2024

For the inaugural edition of the festival, attendees can immerse themselves in Spanish culture at the Latino Cultural Center in Dallas.
Alexandra Light Introduces Ode, a New Dance Piece Set to Music by Fever Ray

By Alex Gonzalez
Apr 11, 2024

The North Texas choreographer employs the work of a modern experimental music master to create a production that is accessible to all in Fort Worth.
Dallas Cellist Joseph Kuipers Strikes a Chord with Budding Musicians

By Ismael M. Belkoura
Apr 10, 2024

Joseph Kuipers has played and taught cello all over the world, but he sees a real opportunity for cello students to grow in new ways here in North Texas.