Nokuthula Ngwenyama’s Flow is on a 13-city tour of performances by the celebrated Takács Quartet.
What did the beginning of time sound like? A new string quartet offers an impression
January 17, 2024 by
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Tiny Desk Premiere: yMusic
January 12, 2024 by
The band’s unique sound, driven by its peculiar blend of trumpet, winds and strings, seems like a compelling soundtrack for an age when music genres are becoming increasingly arbitrary.
Dallas playwright’s new comedy explores gentrification in Elm Thicket, her childhood home
January 11, 2024 by Jerome Weeks
A new comedy about two childhood sweethearts reuniting after decades apart becomes a vehicle for examining the troubled racial and economic history of a single Dallas neighborhood: Elm Thicket. This week, Soul Rep Theatre Company presents the world premiere of Elm Thicket, written by the company’s director, Anyika McMillan-Herod. It’s part of the AT&T Performing… Read more »
There’s a long weekend ahead! Here’s what to do around North Texas
January 11, 2024 by Therese Powell
Wondering what you’re going to do over the MLK Jr. holiday weekend? Check out these arts and cultural events happening around town.
WRR101 Focus on the Arts: Superstar soprano Hila Plitmann returns with the Dallas Winds
January 10, 2024 by Amy Bishop
“There was something in the joy – this kind of utter joy that I was finding in the silence of meditation and of going inwardly thatwas coming through, and it started with lyrics and melodies, and then this whole thing came about,” explains soprano Hila Plitmann, describing her composition, “In this Circle,” which she’ll perform… Read more »
Where to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Dallas-Fort Worth
January 9, 2024 by Norma Cavazos - The Dallas Morning News
Parades, concerts, day of service opportunities and more are planned in North Texas.
To become the ‘Maestro,’ Bradley Cooper learned to live the music
January 2, 2024 by
In his new biopic Maestro, Cooper was determined not to imitate the legendary Leonard Bernstein. Instead, the actor worked with conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin to find his own rhythm.
Where to ring in 2024, plus DFW Kwanzaa celebrations–It’s all in this week’s holiday guide
December 27, 2023 by Therese Powell
Break out the confetti and the noisemakers – it’s almost time to bid 2023 goodbye and welcome the new year. Today also marks the first day of Kwanzaa. In this final installment of our holiday guide, we’ll give you our picks for the best places in North Texas to celebrate both events. You can find… Read more »
Santa pet pics, a burlesque ballet and a holiday pickle party: your holiday to-do’s this week
December 14, 2023 by Therese Powell
Holidays got you stressed? Cut loose with our picks for this week’s holiday guide. Enjoy a burlesque ballet, pet photos with Santa and a festival that celebrates the little-known Christmas pickle.
The 10 Best Classical Albums of 2023
December 13, 2023 by
Discover a broad spectrum of this year’s most compelling classical music, from symphonic hell rides and soaring voices to searing string quartets, cathartic choirs and one amazing comeback.
