DAD intern Michele Loftus gives you her “Must See, Must Hear, Must Taste” list for this Friday’s Summer Block Party.
Summer already feels like it’s here so you know what that means…it’s time for the Arts District Summer Block Party! Join us this Friday night (June 17th) in the Dallas Arts District from 6pm-midnight. I’m giving you the goods some of the evening’s highlights, including where to eat, what to see, what to do, and some great deals that are not to be missed. Continue reading
Filed under Events, Free Things to Do, Performing Arts
by James Wallace
Beatlemania invaded the Dallas Arts District last night, as Twist and Shout – the aptly named Beatles tribute band – plugged in and turned it up to 11 at the Meyerson Symphony Center presented by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. And a twisting and a shouting there was, as young and old alike were literally dancing anywhere they could – in their seats, at the lip of the stage, and even up and down the aisles – as was the case for one particular fan who was really feeling the “Revolution.”
But hey, why not? After all, we are talking about the music of what is arguably the most influential, well-known, and well-loved band in the history of music. As front man (and McCartney carbon copy) Tony Kishman stated from the stage, Twist and Shout provides an experience to relive the magic of the Fab Four as well as the opportunity to experience something new, hearing songs live that the band never got around to playing in such a way. And that’s just what the night was; a night of old and new, for those who saw the Beatles live when they were young and, even if just for this one night, were transported back in time to what it was like to be a screaming, dancing (and maybe even crying) fan. And for those who are young now but are just as inspired and in love with the music of The Beatles as their parents.
If The Beatles set out to make people “Come Together” with their music, then Twist and Shout continues the pilgrimage.
This is exactly the type of entertainment you can’t find anywhere else in DFW but the Dallas Arts District. You can enjoy a meal at a hip new (and delicious) boutique burger joint like The Commissary at One Arts Plaza then take the complimentary Art Cart over to the show. You don’t even need a “Ticket To Ride!”
Stay tuned to TheDallasArtsDistrict.org for more performances like this, as well as all other events in the Arts District. There’s something for everyone on every night!
Filed under Events, Performing Arts
Football! Junk food! Loud noises!
If you need a break during the chaos of this football-centered week, be sure to stop by the Dallas Arts District.
Here’s our 10 suggestions that will entice locals and visitors alike:
January 24-February 7
1. ) Tei An Rooftop Lounge Open til 2AM
5:00pm-2:00am
Tei An, the award-winning Japanese restaurant, will open its exclusive rooftop lounge to the public for a limited time. The rooftop lounge will be tented and heated and offer a beautiful view of the Dallas Arts District to diners. More Information
February 1
2. ) First Tuesdays at the Dallas Museum of Art
Price: FREE!
11:00am-5:00pm
Enjoy family activities such as story-telling, arts-making and performances. More Information
February 3
3. ) Thursday Nights Live at the Dallas Museum of Art
Price: $10 Adults, $5 Students, $7 Seniors
5:00-9:00pm
Live jazz music, performances and more! More Information
4. ) Yoga in the Galleries at the Crow Collection of Asian Art
Price: $15 for public, $10 for Friends of the Crow Collection; FREE for Crow Collection Wellness Members
5:45-6:45pm
Experience the calm of Yoga in the Crow Collection galleries. More Information
February 3-5
5. ) Premiere Percussion with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Price: $17-$113
8:00pm
Jaap van Zweden and percussion ensemble D’Drum come together to perform several works, including the premiere of Gamelan D’Drum by Stewart Copeland, drummer from The Police. More Information
February 5
6. ) Dallas Arts District Architecture Walking Tour
Price: $10 Adults, $5 Students, $5 Seniors
10:00-11:30am
The Dallas Arts District and Dallas Center for Architecture present an architecture walking tour of the district on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month. More Information
7. ) First Saturdays at the Nasher Sculpture Center
Price: FREE!
10am-5pm
Enjoy family activities, including scavenger hunts, art-making and sculpture demonstrations. More Information
8. ) AdventureAsia Family Day at the Crow Collection of Asian Art
Price: FREE!
10am-5pm
Enjoy family activities, including face painting, story-telling and more. More Information
9. ) Arts & Letters Live at the Dallas Museum of Art: Tony and Lauren Dungy
Price: FREE!
3:00pm
Join former coach of the Indianapolis Colts Tony Dungy and his wife Lauren as they discuss their newest children’s book, You Can Be a Friend. More Information
February 6
10. ) One Arts Plaza Restaurants Celebrate The Big Game
5pm-2am
Screen Door, Fedora, Jorge’s and Tei An will feature The Big Game and stay open late for those who wish to continue the festivities! More Information
For more information about the Dallas Arts District, including museum hours, dining, hotels and parking, visit TheDallasArtsDistrict.org.
