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JUST IN: 2019 DSO Gala Will Be An Encore Fundraiser With Dasekes, A Bell And A Hall Duo

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So, whoever said you can’t relive the past? They’re probably the same ones who are trying to squeeze into their high school prom dresses.Well, naysayers take note: The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is proving happily that the yesteryears are being resurrected with the players being smarter, more glamorous, and having traveled the world in gaining a world-renowned … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2019 DSO Gala Will Be An Encore Fundraiser With Dasekes, A Bell And A Hall Duo

JUST IN: Big Thought Is Thinking Big For Its 30th Anniversary Celebration

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Back in 1989, two births were taking place. The first commercial internet service providers were popping. On the local scene Mitch Jericho and Edith O’Donnell founded Big Thought to “cultivate creativity and imagination in the lives of young people throughout Dallas.” Both bouncing babies have grown in importance and reach over the past 30 years.To celebrate Big Thought’s … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Big Thought Is Thinking Big For Its 30th Anniversary Celebration

MySweetWishList: 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball

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According 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Wendy Messmann and Lisa Shirley,“Cattle Baron’s has raised more than $80 million for cancer research projects in North Texas since its inception forty-five years ago.  Our wish is that the community will join us in our goal to eradicate cancer by becoming underwriters of the 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball.“We plan to unveil the … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball

Zac Brown And Charlie Daniels Help The 2018 Cattle Baron’s Ball Rake In A Record $4.8M For The American Cancer Society

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Inside a private meeting room at Gilley's Dallas, country music legend Charlie Daniels was sipping coffee from an orange Tennessee Volunteers cup and cutting up with guests at the 2018 Cattle Baron's Ball's VIP meet-and-greet.When a group including Andrea Nayfa, Joanna Clarke, Nancy Gopez, Dawn Greiner, Meghann O'Leary, Julianna LeBlanc, Rachel Michell and Taryn … [Read more...] about Zac Brown And Charlie Daniels Help The 2018 Cattle Baron’s Ball Rake In A Record $4.8M For The American Cancer Society

‘Color Of Dreams’ Featured Dali, Debussy And Dance At Meadows’ Inaugural Masterpiece Gala

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If your idea of a good time is blending fine art, dance, and music with great food, all in the name of a worthy cause, you should have been at the inaugural Masterpiece Gala at the SMU Meadows Museum on Saturday, October 13.Called "The Color of Dreams," the classy event was inspired by the art of Salvador Dali, whose Surrealist paintings were on display at the museum (and … [Read more...] about ‘Color Of Dreams’ Featured Dali, Debussy And Dance At Meadows’ Inaugural Masterpiece Gala

All Hands Were On Deck For The Dallas Opera’s First Night Event Celebrating Its 62nd Season

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More than one "first" was celebrated when The Dallas Opera presented its gala First Night event on Friday, October 12, at the Winspear Opera House. Not only was "The Flying Dutchman" presented to kick off the Opera's 62nd season—the first time the renowned work by Richard Wagner had been staged by The Dallas Opera since 1994. But the performance also marked the debut of Ian … [Read more...] about All Hands Were On Deck For The Dallas Opera’s First Night Event Celebrating Its 62nd Season

Dallas Symphony Gala Launched The Season’s Formal Hoop-la With Everything From Butterflies to Buc-ee’s

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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: Details Revealed For Dallas Museum Of Art’s 2019 Art Ball

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The gleaming, contemporary home of Catherine and Will Rose was the setting tonight of the announcement party for Art Ball 2019, benefiting the Dallas Museum of Art. Catherine, who is president of the DMA's 2018-2019 board of trustees, welcomed guests including the upcoming ball's co-chairs: Lindsey Collins and Amanda Shufeldt.The theme of the 54th annual gala, scheduled to … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Details Revealed For Dallas Museum Of Art’s 2019 Art Ball

The Dallas Opera’s First Night Tent Is In Final Stages Of Preparation For Friday Night

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And while the Zoo To Do 2018 is finding cover over at the Hyatt Regency Dallas on Saturday night due to the predicted storms, The Dallas Opera's black-tie First Night is staying happily put at the Winspear. For the seated dinner preceding the production of "The Flying Dutchman" and the after party, an impressive tent was in its final stages of being be constructed. … [Read more...] about The Dallas Opera’s First Night Tent Is In Final Stages Of Preparation For Friday Night

Change Of Plans: Saturday’s Zoo To Do 2018: Safari Soiree Is Moving

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With weather guessers once again issuing warnings of rain, thunder, lighting and basic Debbie Downer conditions for this weekend, some outdoor event planners are scurrying around trying to come up with last-minute back-up plan. But luckily Zoo To Do 2018: Safari Soiree Co-Chairs Kim and Greg Hext were prepared just in case such a situation arose and sent word, Due to the … [Read more...] about Change Of Plans: Saturday’s Zoo To Do 2018: Safari Soiree Is Moving