
The 86-year-old Kyiv native, living in exile in Berlin, has a new album of symphonic works that explores the idea of reminiscence.
May 10, 2024 by
The 86-year-old Kyiv native, living in exile in Berlin, has a new album of symphonic works that explores the idea of reminiscence.
May 9, 2024 by Jerome Weeks
The Kufiya Comedy Festival grew out of a tiny salon whose owner turned it into a stand-up stage with some very diverse comedians. Now she’s adding food, films and live music. The festival will present local comics such as Sheridi Lester, who’s opened for Jeff Ross, as well as touring talent like Kiki Young, who… Read more »
May 9, 2024 by Amy Bishop
Anyone who has ever driven down Swiss Avenue in East Dallas can understand why the annual Mother’s Day home tour is so popular; the street contains some of the most stunning historic homes of the city. In this feature, WRR’s Amy Bishop speaks with Swiss Ave. Historic District’s resident historian Bob Cox, to hear more… Read more »
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Giacomo Puccini’s final opera Turandot gets a brand new ending premiered in Washington, with music by a composer known for video game tunes and a librettist who produced ‘Succession’
May 9, 2024 by Therese Powell
Sure mom loves brunch, but how about something different on her special day? Here are some picks that will guarantee to make you mom’s favorite.
May 7, 2024 by Jerome Weeks
The four-part PBS series, The Express Way with Dulé Hill, visited Dallas, Denton and Houston to highlight notable artists.
May 7, 2024 by
The composer and percussionist was “shocked beyond belief” after hearing the news on Monday afternoon.
May 6, 2024 by
Madlib’s music feels like a magic trick. On this edition of 8 Tracks, we bow down to Madlib’s mastery, plus check out new music by Charly Bliss, Fana Hues and reminisce on an old Ted Leo record.
May 4, 2024 by
NPR’s Scott Simon talks with composer Jeff Beal about his new collection of solo piano works, “The New York Etudes,” and about living and working with multiple sclerosis.
May 2, 2024 by Amy Bishop
In this podcast with WRR’s Kurt Rongey, DSO Maestro Fabio Luisi discusses the first time he cracked open the score to one of the Ring operas, what the audience can expect at the Ring of the Nibelungs performances, upcoming recording projects and the maestro’s personal highlights for the 2024-2025 DSO season.
May 2, 2024 by Therese Powell
Cinco de Mayo is springtime at its best—parades, festivals and cold beer. Here’s where to find the best 5th of May celebrations in your neck of the woods.
May 1, 2024 by Amy Bishop
“There’s the physical aspect of resonating together – and then how that goes out and is perceived by an audience – it’s kind of everything,” says Colin Jacobsen, violinist with the Brooklyn Rider string quartet. The group will close Dallas Chamber Music Society’s 2023-24 season with a concert of old and new works at SMU’s… Read more »
April 29, 2024 by Jerome Weeks
The city’s park department takes over managing Old City Park in May – and it can’t run a museum. So lampshades, cash registers and quilts will be up for purchase.
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NPR’s Scott Detrow spoke with Norwegian soprano Lise Davidsen when she visited NPR for her Tiny Desk concert.
April 26, 2024 by Amy Bishop
Springtime in DFW brings countless art fairs and festivals, but Southlake’s Art in the Square may be the only one that gives its proceeds back to charities. WRR’s Amy Bishop recently visited with Kathy Talley, the chair of this year’s festival, to learn what new attractions they’ll be offering – and what sets them apart… Read more »