This morning it was announced that the 2023 Cliburn International Junior Piano Competition and Festival would be returning to Dallas after last year's event in Fort Worth. The reveal of this global competition couldn’t just be reported in a press release. No, it was held in NorthPark’s North Court with 19-year-old pianist Kasey Shao showcasing the priceless talents of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Cliburn International Junior Piano Competition And Festival Is Returning To Dallas This Summer
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MySweetWishList: 2023 Cattle Baron’s Ball
According to 2023 Cattle Baron’s Ball Co-Chairs Isabell Novakov Higginbotham and Andrea Cheek, “The original Cattle Baron’s has raised more than $97 million for cancer research projects in North Texas since its inception in 1974. Our wish is that the community will join us in our goal to eradicate cancer by becoming underwriters of the 2023 Cattle Baron’s Ball. “In the … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: 2023 Cattle Baron’s Ball
MySweetWishList: Broadway Dallas
According to Broadway Dallas Education Ensemble Chair Sheri Rosen, “After moving to Dallas from New York City, I found a home in Broadway Dallas. My family and I have thoroughly enjoyed experiencing the shows together, finding the quality of the productions equal to anything we have seen on Broadway. As I became more involved in Broadway Dallas as both a donor and season … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Broadway Dallas
MySweetWishList: CancerBlows!
According to 2023 CancerBlows! Honorary Co-Chair Diane Brierley, "In 2015 and 2017, CancerBlows! lit up the Meyerson Symphony Center’s stage with more than 20 trumpet legends gathering together to blow cancer away. "On Thursday, March 9, CancerBlows! returns to Dallas including 10-time Grammy winner Arturo Sandoval, world-renowned brass quintet Canadian Brass, 15-time … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: CancerBlows!
Singer Cory Morrow Brought More Than Entertainment To Dallas CASA’s Champion Of Children
When Austin-based singer Cory Morrow agreed to trek up to North Texas to perform for Dallas CASA's Champion of Children on Thursday, October 27, he had a double purpose. In addition to entertaining the crowd at The Rustic, the father of four boys and a daughter was well aware of the need for Dallas CASA's mission "of getting kids out of bad situations." Here's a report from the … [Read more...] about Singer Cory Morrow Brought More Than Entertainment To Dallas CASA’s Champion Of Children
(Tree) Lightings Are Going To Strike Turtle Creek Park And Klyde Warren Park Just For Fun
Lighting is gonna strike a couple of North Texas parks next week. No, not bolts of lightning but rather tree lightings to brighten up the holiday season. While the Dallas Arboretum's "Holiday at the Arboretum" is already ablaze with thousands of lights and activities thanks to Reliant, a couple of the very family-friendly, free "brilliant" occasions will start on Tuesday, … [Read more...] about (Tree) Lightings Are Going To Strike Turtle Creek Park And Klyde Warren Park Just For Fun
Ruby Red Gala “Bubbled” With A Sprite Splashing Onto A Woman’s Garden Infinity Pool
The Dallas Arboretum looked as if it was going through a seasonal transition on the evening of Friday, October 21. While displays of gourds looked right at home around the grounds as Halloween approached, an installation of Christmas decorations could be glimpsed hidden behind panels. But on this night, the main attraction was the three-part Ruby Red Gala chaired by … [Read more...] about Ruby Red Gala “Bubbled” With A Sprite Splashing Onto A Woman’s Garden Infinity Pool
JUST IN: Karen Raehpour Named Shakespeare Dallas Executive Director Joining Raphael Parry As Artistic Director
It was back in 1972 that Bob Glenn’s love of Shakespeare prompted him to “perform a free, one-man version of ‘Hamlet’ at Dallas’ Fair Park.” The result was the launch of the Shakespeare Festival of Dallas that over the past 50 years became known simply as Shakespeare Dallas. While Bob passed away in 2018, Shakespeare Dallas celebrated its 50th anniversary with a performance … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Karen Raehpour Named Shakespeare Dallas Executive Director Joining Raphael Parry As Artistic Director
Fashion Definitely Hit A High Note Both On Arrival And Onstage At The Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala
While Dallas highways were filled with carpools heading to Fair Park on Saturday, October 1, for the opening weekend of the State Fair of Texas, about a hundred luxury vehicles were making their way to the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. At one point, no fewer than three Porsches in a row lined up on Flora Street to deliver their occupants to the black-tie opener of the … [Read more...] about Fashion Definitely Hit A High Note Both On Arrival And Onstage At The Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2022 Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala
With Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala Co-Chairs Donna and Herb Weitzman’s theme of Art Deco and a color scheme of black and white, the Meyerson lobby followed orders on Saturday, October 1. From the dining tables in black and white tablecloths and centerpieces with black and white ostrich plumes to a Texas-sized music sheet serving as a photo backdrop, the setting was in place … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2022 Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala
2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball Was Definitely Bright And Shining And Then Some
After a monumental drenching in 2012 and again in 2013 at Southfork Ranch, the Cattle Baronesses pulled up stakes and hightailed the gangbuster fundraiser for North Texas cancer research and treatment to the rain-proof Gilley's Dallas campus. And wouldn't you know it, not a drop of rain has fallen on the Cattle Baron's megafest since. So, 2022 Cattle Baron's Ball Co-Chairs … [Read more...] about 2022 Cattle Baron’s Ball Was Definitely Bright And Shining And Then Some