May 15, 2019 by Amy Bishop
For the first time in the organization’s history, The Cliburn will hold a competition in Dallas when it launches the second Cliburn International Junior Piano Competition and Festival May 31-June 8, 2019. Hear the organization’s President and CEO Jacques Marquis and Director of Artistic Planning Sandra Doan talk about the significance of this event for… Read more »
May 9, 2019 by Amy Bishop
There’s nothing quite like the Dallas Festival of Books and Ideas, which connects people with ideas, books, art, and science. What is the future of Dallas and where do you fit in? Find out in this discussion with Dr. Larry Allums, Executive Director of the Dallas Institute for Humanities and Culture and Tom Huang, Assistant… Read more »
May 6, 2019 by Amy Bishop
The End Times are upon us! It’s about time. The congregants of the Third Baptist Church of Uncertain, Texas are only certain about two things; the rapture is DEFINITELY happening sometime in the next two hours (the Bible Math checks out), and two hours is not enough time to squeeze every single drop of life… Read more »
April 30, 2019 by Amy Bishop
The Fort Worth Opera is bringing Francesca Zambello’s acclaimed revival of Porgy and Bess to life on the stage of Bass Performance Hall! This beloved 20th century American classic by the Gershwins centers around the impoverished residents of the neighborhood of Catfish Row on the shores of Charleston, South Carolina. Tune in to this engaging… Read more »
April 30, 2019 by Amy Bishop
Described as “delightfully wicked,” this world premiere of “Companionship” by composer-librettist Rachel J. Peters is the first opera written by a woman to be produced in the Fort Worth Opera’s 73-year history. Hear this compelling conversation with Peters and director Beth Greenberg about how this delicious dark comedy mirrors our modern world.
April 25, 2019 by Amy Bishop
What began as a group of artists in tie-dyes and bell bottoms in 1969 has grown to be one of the most recognized art events in the nation…. Hear the story of Cottonwood Art Festival’s humble beginnings in this interview with Director Serri Ayers.
April 24, 2019 by Amy Bishop
“In my 20 years directing the Chorale, the songs we have chosen for this year’s Spring show resonate and speak to my soul in ways I have not experienced,” says Contemporary Chorale’s Artistic Director Melanie Moore. “They reflect unity and empowerment of every individual.” In their upcoming program titled “What a Wonderful World,” the chorale… Read more »
April 23, 2019 by Amy Bishop
Hear a conversation with tenor Michael Fabiano, who will be performing with his friends and fellow tenors, Bryan Hymel and Matthew Polenzani, at the Dallas Opera’s gala concert on May 11th. Fabiano doesn’t get much spare time with his busy schedule, but you may be surprised to discover what passion he pursues when he’s not… Read more »
April 15, 2019 by Amy Bishop
From a live band onstage, to addressing issues of gender fluidity… this is Shakespeare in 2019. Tony Award-winning Dallas Theater Center presents one of Shakespeare’s finest comedies, “Twelfth Night.” “That’s the wonderful thing about Shakespeare,” says Delphi Borich, who plays Viola in the production. “It’s so adaptable. You can do so many different things with… Read more »
April 9, 2019 by Amy Bishop
If you’re a parent of a music student, this is a must-read! Listen to a conversation with conservatory-trained violinist Lauren Haley, the author of the book, “Kids Aren’t Lazy: Developing Motivation and Talent Through Music.” Lauren will be giving a master class and book signing at Kawai Piano Gallery in Plano, TX on Saturday, April… Read more »
