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Das Rheingold May Be a Wagner Opera, but It's Also a Tolkien-Like Visual Epic

Das Rheingold May Be a Wagner Opera, but It's Also a Tolkien-Like Visual Epic

The Best Things To Do In Dallas, Jan. 11–17

The Best Things To Do In Dallas, Jan. 11–17

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The Best Things To Do In Dallas, August 24-30

By Merritt Martin
Aug 24, 2022

“Here we go again…” The main challenge with watching Mamma Mia! live and on stage is to keep yourself from singing along to all the ABBA hits that form the soundtrack. But we think we can handle it just to get a peep at Lyric Stage’s production of the beloved musical hitting the Majestic Theatre (1925 Elm St.) on Wednesday, August 24, and running through Sunday.
The Best Things To Do In Dallas, Aug. 10-16

By Merritt Martin
Aug 10, 2022

With soaring fountains to captivating and rotund sculptures, Lynda Benglis has energized the Nasher Sculpture Center (2001 Flora St.) with overwhelming size, gesture and even some glitter. The physicality of the exhibition is inspiring, humbling and a bit nostalgic — some of the bronze work is based on Benglis’ earlier ceramic pieces.
The Dallas Opera Does Away With Paid Subscriptions on Streaming Platform

By Tyler Daniels
Jun 10, 2022

For decades The Dallas Opera has been bringing star-studded shows and performances to Dallas: from the outstanding U.S. debuts of international artists such as Dame Joan Sutherland and Plácido Domingo
The Best Things To Do In Dallas, June 8-14

By Merritt Martin
Jun 8, 2022

Film cameras are incredibly fun and surprising tools. Local photographer Essie Graham agrees and is showcasing her works at the Eisemann Center (2351 Performance Drive, Richardson) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays through June 26, and during all public events.
The Best Things To Do In Dallas, May 25 – June 1

By Merritt Martin
May 25, 2022

Thanks to the Dallas Public Library system, we’re now aware it’s Zombie Awareness Month. Hence, from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 25, the Vickery Park branch (8333 Park Lane) will host the Amazing Zombie Race to find the cure for zombie-ness. It’s a task challenge around the library for individuals and teams of up to four.
The Best Things to Do in Dallas, May 11-17

By Danny Gallagher
May 11, 2022

Have you ever wished you could spend one night doing something that didn't involve the invasive use of technology without having to become Amish?
The Best Things To Do In Dallas, April 20-26

By Merritt Martin
Apr 20, 2022

Ready to grab your movie hoodie and get back in the theater? You’re in luck. It’s time for the 52nd Annual USA Film Festival at Angelika Film Center (5321 E. Mockingbird Lane) from Wednesday through Sunday. Opening night on Wednesday features a double feature of short Texas documentaries The Portal and the Park and Texas Wines, as well as features The Pact (based on a true story) and The Phantom of the Open (starring Mark Rylance and Sally Hawkins).
The Best Things To Do In Dallas, March 9-15

By Merritt Martin
Mar 9, 2022

Learning can actually be fun. Yes, even during Spring Break. And yes, we realize how old we sound right now. But seriously, hear us out. We remember Spring Break could be a huge bore because we didn’t have anything to do.
The Best Things To Do In Dallas, Feb. 9-16

By Merritt Martin
Feb 9, 2022

Did you know there is a Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center (5657 Mariner Drive) located at the Dallas Executive Airport? It offers an enormous collection of World War II nose art and educational exhibitions and collections of artifacts that explore and honor contributions of many.
2022 Welcomes a Hopeful, Celebratory Spring for Opera in North Texas

By Kelly Dearmore
Jan 28, 2022

Spurred on by the Covid-19 shutdown in 2020, the Fort Worth Opera and the Dallas Opera each went to work on plans to engage with their communities in new ways while providing their performers and longtime fans with ways to experience opera.
The Best Things To Do In Dallas, Nov. 10 - 17

By Merritt Martin
Nov 10, 2021

Technically, the Dallas Art Fair is a Friday to Saturday thing, with scores of modern and contemporary art on display throughout the Fashion Industry Gallery (1807 Ross Ave.) and GA tickets from $20-$25 per day (or $50 for all three). And those who like a nosh and some bubbles with their preview, can get a champagned sneak peek from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 11, for $150.
Fort Worth Opera’s Bernadette's Cozy Book Nook Is a Buoyant Snapshot of the Pandemic

By Anna Lowery
Jan 18, 2021

There’s a certain experience that you’re probably familiar with at this point in the pandemic: You log into a Zoom meeting and are greeted by your own horrendous face. You needed a haircut a month ago, and it shows. The cruel, uncontrollable lighting does you no favors. Beauty is lost...
Woman Crush Wednesday: Artist Melissa Tucker

By Eva Raggio
Mar 25, 2020

Melissa Tucker has conquered many mediums. As a sculptress her work is shockingly lifelike, and as a clarinetist, she's rocked audiences with former band The Orange. The swing-dancing, vintage Mustang-driving, vampy, elegantly cool, old-time-influenced artist is also one of Dallas' best-dressed personalities. Tucker opened up about up about her screen siren...
19 Things To Do in Dallas This Week, March 9 – 15

By Dallas Observer Staff
Mar 9, 2020

Monday, March 9 Art Babies: Five Senses Let’s say you’re one of those artistic parents (which is why you’re off on Mondays) and you’re terrified that your child will grow up to be basic; well, you can put your vintage album collection away, hipster dad, because the Dallas Museum of...
23 Things To Do in Dallas This Week, March 2 – 8

By Dallas Observer Staff
Mar 2, 2020

Monday, March 2 Tuesday, March 3 Wednesday, March 4 The Red Pears One hot summer day in 2014, a seed was planted somewhere around El Monte, California. It happened the moment musicians Henry Vargas and José Corona started talking about starting a band. The two played their first show with...
21 Things To Do in Dallas This Week, Feb. 17 – 23

By Dallas Observer Staff
Feb 17, 2020

Monday, February 17 Jeffrey Siegel's Keyboard Conversations: Mistresses and MasterpiecesBehind every grand piano arrangement is a grand woman — we think the saying goes. A new program at the Eisemman Center focuses on the music by classic composers like Chopin, Schumann, Liszt and Mendelssohn, inspired by the women in their...
21 Things To Do in Dallas This Week, Feb. 10 – 16

By Dallas Observer Staff
Feb 10, 2020

Monday, February 10 Love Me or Leave MeRecently, a real conversation between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard was leaked online and our curiosity nearly made us forget about the Super Bowl. Before YouTube and TMZ, there was only old-fashioned correspondence. Love Me or Leave Me lets us pry into the...
Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s New Music Director Fabio Luisi Will Lead Strauss’ Salome Without Visual Distractions

By Chelsey Norris
Jan 27, 2020

The Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s music director designate Fabio Luisi keeps a very busy schedule when he’s not in Dallas. The Italian-born maestro also serves as principal conductor of the Danish National Symphony and general music director of the Zurich Opera, in addition to high-profile appearances as guest conductor for orchestras...
The 20 Best Things To Do in Dallas This Week, Jan. 13 – 19

By Dallas Observer Staff
Jan 13, 2020

Monday, January 13 Paul Slavens & Friends Like on most Mondays, the spontaneous song generator, DJ and Ten Hands frontman Paul Slavens, will take the stage at Dan’s Silverleaf. Slavens writes and performs songs on the spot, improvising about whatever comes to mind. Song title suggestions get thrown at him...
Mysteries of The Meyerson: 10 Things You Need to Know About the Dallas Symphony Center

By Chelsey Norris
Oct 10, 2019

The Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center opened in September 1989, which means that the home of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra turned 30 this year. To celebrate, we’re letting you in on a few secrets and fun facts about this spectacular place. The Meyerson is the only concert hall I.M. Pei...