According Plano Civic Chorus Board of Directors Marketing Chair Mandie McCurdie, “Founded in 1973, Plano Civic Chorus has been a presence in the arts community of North Texas for almost 50 years. The organization has persevered and even thrived amidst the challenges presented throughout the last half-century, but like the rest of the world, PCC was not prepared for the … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Plano Civic Chorus
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North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Hopeful Theatre Project
According to The Hopeful Theatre Project Co-Founder/President Jessica Cope, “The Hopeful Theatre Project began as a dream in the fall of 2018 when a group of actors decided they wanted to use their talents to give back to the community. We opened our first production, ‘Two Acts of Love’ on February 16, 2019, to benefit The Ronald McDonald House Charities, expecting it to be … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Hopeful Theatre Project
MySweetOpportunity: 4th Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration
According to Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden Board Member/Hispanic Heritage Celebration (HHC) Chair Mario Quintanilla, “The Dallas Arboretum is excited to present the fourth annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration on Saturday, September 4, and Sunday, September 5, a wonderful way to spend the Labor Day weekend. There will be live musical performances including Havana NRG … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: 4th Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration
MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Symphony Orchestra League
According to Dallas Symphony Orchestra League President Venise Stuart, “We are kicking off an exciting year ahead for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League! We are 76 years old with a proud history of music, fundraising and fun! Over the last several years we have contributed to the Dallas Symphony $21 million which goes towards the community and educational outreach … [Read more...] about MySweetOpportunity: Dallas Symphony Orchestra League
MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2021 Cattle Baron’s Ball
According to 2021 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Diana Hamilton and Heather Randall, ‘The first Cattle Baron’s Ball was a full-fledged Texas barbecue under the chairmanship of Patti Hunt and Jacque Wynne, who founded the event to raise funds for cancer research through the American Cancer Society. “More than 500 guests attended the western-themed event in 1974, which … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: 2021 Cattle Baron’s Ball
Sold-Out Alert!: 2021 An Evening With The Best Of Broadway
With exactly four months until Dallas Summer Musicals’ 2021 An Evening With The Best Of Broadway takes place, Event Co-Chairs Cindy and Scott Collier and Sara Lee and Stan Gardner are celebrating. The reason? The fundraising event that isn't until Saturday, November 20, at the Music Hall with a full performance of “Hamilton” on stage is already sold out. In addition … [Read more...] about Sold-Out Alert!: 2021 An Evening With The Best Of Broadway
Sold-Out Alert!: Majestic Centennial Celebration Gala
Blonde Kim Hext’s track record for throwing a fundraising party is pretty impressive. There was the 2018 Zoo To Do that at the last minute had to fall back for Plan B when rain made the outdoor event a no-go. But when the Plan B hotel 'fessed that it wasn’t going to live up to its commitment, Kim pulled things together for a great old night at another venue with guests posing … [Read more...] about Sold-Out Alert!: Majestic Centennial Celebration Gala
The Senior Source Celebrated Turning 60 By Crowning Pappa Phunk The Diamond Dance King
The morning of Tuesday, June 22, was a rarity. Despite the 90-degree heat of the past days, a cold front had swept thru North Texas during the night resulting in morning temperatures in the 60s. It was to be a one-day reprise from the summer heat. By 10 a.m. the temperatures had risen to the upper 70s, making it perfect for The Senior Source’s Diamond Dance-Off finals at … [Read more...] about The Senior Source Celebrated Turning 60 By Crowning Pappa Phunk The Diamond Dance King
AT&T Performing Arts Center’s Bravo! Gala To Honor Philanthropists Diane And Hal Brierley
There's been all that talk about how New Yorkers and Californians are up and moving to North Texas. For all new arrivals, Diane and Hal Brierley are the perfect role models to have. They moved to the area from the East Coast back in the 1980s with their entrepreneurial spirit and invested in the community by supporting countless non-profits. One category in particular was the … [Read more...] about AT&T Performing Arts Center’s Bravo! Gala To Honor Philanthropists Diane And Hal Brierley
The Big Dance Was A Big Easy Hit With A Big Celebration To Kick Off The Summer Of 2021
Leave it to the Dallas Black Dance Theatre to kick off the summer with fabulous costumes, can't-resist food and incredible dancers. Of course, they did just that on Saturday, June 5, turning the Meyerson into New Orleans complete with a king and a queen, a duke and a duchess and Jambalaya with Shrimp and Sausage for The Big Dance. The only thing missing was the steaming … [Read more...] about The Big Dance Was A Big Easy Hit With A Big Celebration To Kick Off The Summer Of 2021
Coppell Arts Center Is Finally “Taking Off” After A Year Of Waiting In The Wings Due To COVID-19
As frustrating as the pandemic was, the folks in Coppell really had a reason to grouse. Here they had built the multi-purpose, state-of-the-art Coppell Arts Center with the goal of bringing all types of artistic talent to North Texas, and then COVID-19 hit, forcing postponements twice during the year. Sorta funny when you think of it. Most openings have to be delayed due … [Read more...] about Coppell Arts Center Is Finally “Taking Off” After A Year Of Waiting In The Wings Due To COVID-19