Gee, she hardly unpacked her theatrical bags and Joanie Schultz announced her departure from WaterTower Theatre.According to WaterTower Theatre Board President Grace Daniels, "I joined the board around the same time that Joanie was hired and was able to witness the impact of her artistic vision. It was during these seasons the theatre was able to engage with existing and … [Read more...] about JUST IN: WaterTower Theatre Continues Evolving With Artistic Director Joanie Schultz’s Exit
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Sold-Out Alert!: 2018 Fashion Notes
With the sun finally shining, the good news keeps pouring in. Word just arrived that the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League's Fashion Notes Luncheon and Style Show on Monday at Fairmont Dallas' Venetian Room is sold out.If you've got your place reserved, you'll be joining Fashion Notes Chair Amy Turner and Honorary Co-Chairs Dianne Etheredge and her daughter Meagan Etheredge … [Read more...] about Sold-Out Alert!: 2018 Fashion Notes
Dallas Symphony Gala Launched The Season’s Formal Hoop-la With Everything From Butterflies to Buc-ee’s
Some of the black-tie guests got a bit of sticker shock when they arrived at the Meyerson Symphony Center on Saturday, September 15, for the Dallas Symphony Gala 2018. In addition to the parking ticket, they were told, “That’ll be $25.” Traditionally, upper-echelon formal events in Dallas that charge $500 per person provide complimentary parking. Some were caught off guard; … [Read more...] about Dallas Symphony Gala Launched The Season’s Formal Hoop-la With Everything From Butterflies to Buc-ee’s
JUST IN: Kim And Greg Hext To Co-Chair 2019 First Sight/First Night And They’ve Already Landed The Luncheon Chair
Just before the curtain went up tonight for "The Flying Dutchman" at the Winspear Opera House, the First Night big ticket black-tie crowd attended a seated dinner in a glamorous tent adjacent to the Winspear.The Dallas Opera Board Chair Lynn McBee announced to the guests that Kim and Greg Hext had agreed to co-chair the 2019 First Sight/First Night.When cornered … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Kim And Greg Hext To Co-Chair 2019 First Sight/First Night And They’ve Already Landed The Luncheon Chair
2018 Dallas Symphony Gala Plans Revealed With A Flutter Of Lepidopteras
While DFW International was buzzing with folks returning from summer sojourns on Thursday, August 16, Children at Risk plans were being revealed at The Network Bar. Over at Highland Park Village Theatre, producer/actress Libby Hunt and her husband David Hunt were hosting a private screening of “Undocumented” complete with director Justin Malone, who will be back in town with … [Read more...] about 2018 Dallas Symphony Gala Plans Revealed With A Flutter Of Lepidopteras
North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Firehouse Theatre
The Firehouse Theatre delivers award-winning live theatre, with Broadway hits like “Grease,” “Gypsy,” “The Music Man” and “Little Mermaid Jr.” Our mission is to present imaginative live performances and training through engaging artistic expression. We are an artistic community and catalyst for growth and education where generations are inspired, spirits are nourished, and … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Firehouse Theatre
JUST IN: 2018 Obelisk Awardees Revealed Plus Details For Annual Business Council For The Arts Fundraising Luncheon
In the past, the annual Obelisk Awards sculptures have been designed and created by longtime glass artist Jim Bowman. Last year Jim and his wife/artist Mary Lynn Devereux-Bowman announced that they were relocating to North Carolina and the 2017 Obelisk creations would be Jim’s swan song.2018 Obelisk Awards Luncheon Co-Chairs Victoria and Hunter McGrath along with … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2018 Obelisk Awardees Revealed Plus Details For Annual Business Council For The Arts Fundraising Luncheon
MySweetCharity Opportunity: Obelisk Awards Presentation And Luncheon
According to Obelisk Awards Presentation And Luncheon Co-Chairs Victoria and Hunter McGrath,Please join us, along with Honorary Co-Chairs Nancy Nasher and David Haemisegger, for the 30th Anniversary Obelisk Awards Presentation and Luncheon on Friday, November 16, 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Belo Mansion and Pavilion.The annual fundraiser benefiting Business … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Obelisk Awards Presentation And Luncheon
Tony Award Nominee Emily Skinner To Make Dallas Debut At Children’s Theater’s Cabaret Gala
While some folks will spend the afternoon of Saturday, October 6, at the Cotton Bowl for the Red River Showdown, the theater-loving crowd will have an intimate evening of Broadway that night at The Fairmont’s Venetian Room.Dallas Children’s Theater will present its 26th annual Cabaret Gala with Tony nominee Emily Skinner singing Rodgers and Hammerstein, Lerner and … [Read more...] about Tony Award Nominee Emily Skinner To Make Dallas Debut At Children’s Theater’s Cabaret Gala
MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2018 Dallas Summer Musicals Gala
According to 2018 Dallas Summer Musicals Gala Co-Chairs Cara Owens and John Clutts,We are thrilled to serve as Co-Chairs of the 2018 DSM Gala, "An Evening With The Best Of Broadway," featuring a spectacular lineup of stars of both stage and screen. Comedienne and award-winning actress Jane Lynch will serve as the hostess of the evening and star of the hit show, "Glee," … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2018 Dallas Summer Musicals Gala
JUST IN: Dallas Black Dance Theatre Receives $100,000 Grant Funded by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Founder Ann Williams and Executive Director Zenetta S. Drew are doing cabrioles and echappés with good reason. Thanks to The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation’s providing the International Association of Blacks in Dance a multi-year grant, the five founding dance companies of IABD each received a $100,000 unrestricted grant that “can be applied to general … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Black Dance Theatre Receives $100,000 Grant Funded by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation