According to The Dallas Opera Kern Wildenthal General Director and CEO Ian Derrer, First of all, I would like to thank Jeanne Prejean for this opportunity to speak to her loyal readers on why the arts deserve your support. Arts organizations exist to do one thing: enrich the lives of other people. If we cannot create, exhibit, or perform, we risk losing our identity … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: The Dallas Opera
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March 14 Update Of Area Closures And Cancellations
As containment of the coronavirus continues, so do the announcements of cancellations and closures. The Dallas Opera The Dallas Opera's Kern Wildenthal General Director/CEO Ian Derrer announced that "we have made the difficult decision to cancel all performances, education and community engagement programs and donor events through April 28, 2020. This includes all … [Read more...] about March 14 Update Of Area Closures And Cancellations
Dallas Opera Women’s Board Honored Patsy Miller Donosky With Founders Award, Family, Friends And Flourish
The selection of Patsy Miller Donosky for the 2020 Juanita and Henry S. Miller Jr. Founders Award seemed as natural as singing in the Winspear. Afterall, her folks Juanita and Henry S. Miller Jr. co-founded The Dallas Opera way back in the 1950s. But Patsy had earned her operatic stripes purely on her own. From being a child traveling by train with her mother and her brother … [Read more...] about Dallas Opera Women’s Board Honored Patsy Miller Donosky With Founders Award, Family, Friends And Flourish
JUST IN: The Dallas Opera’s 2020-2021 Season Revealed With The Addition Of A World Premiere And Viva Diva!
The Dallas Opera’s 2020-2021 season was just announced in the Winspear’s conference room with all types of news. To kick off the announcement, TDO Kern Wildenthal General Director/CEO Ian Derrer announced the following “Embrace The Passion!” season operas: “The Marriage of Figaro” – Friday, October 9; Sunday, October 11 (m); Wednesday, October 14; Saturday, October 17; … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Dallas Opera’s 2020-2021 Season Revealed With The Addition Of A World Premiere And Viva Diva!
Dallas Opera “Brought Out The Animal(s)” In The First Night’s Red Carpet Affair
While the 2019 Cattle Baron’s Ball committee was taking care of last-minute preparations for the American Cancer Association fundraiser at Gilley’s, the black-tie set was strolling along the red carpet leading to the Winspear Opera House for its 10th anniversary. The dinner for The Dallas Opera's First Night event on Friday, October 10, was a sell-out, and as many as 2,000 were … [Read more...] about Dallas Opera “Brought Out The Animal(s)” In The First Night’s Red Carpet Affair
The Dallas Opera’s 1st Night Patrons Were Feted With Song And News About A New Partnership
While The Family Place ReuNighters kicked off at Stanley Korshak on Thursday, October 10, the Dallas Opera loving 1st Night patrons were north of the Dallas CBD at Lisa and David Genecov’s Preston Hollow mansion. Just off the entry 1st Night Co-Chairs Carol and Don Glendenning were happily settled in the two-story library, while 1st Sight 1st Night Co-Chairs Kim and Greg … [Read more...] about The Dallas Opera’s 1st Night Patrons Were Feted With Song And News About A New Partnership
First Sight First Night Kicks Off Dallas Opera Fundraiser At NorthPark Center With Exhibition
2019 First Sight First Night Co-Chairs Kim and Greg Hext were thrilled over the official kick-off reception for The Dallas Opera fundraiser at NorthPark on Monday, September 16. Not only was the RSVP count at over 120, but it was a stellar crowd including NorthPark First Lady Nancy Nasher with her daughter Sarah Haemisegger, 2019 NorthPark Ambassador Lynn Mock, Rhonda and … [Read more...] about First Sight First Night Kicks Off Dallas Opera Fundraiser At NorthPark Center With Exhibition
JUST IN: The Dallas Opera Cancels Plácido Domingo Performance
After more allegations came forward regarding world-renowned tenor Plácido Domingo's interaction with women, The Dallas Opera tonight issued the following statement: In light of ongoing developments regarding allegations made against Plácido Domingo, The Dallas Opera has decided to cancel the March 11, 2020, gala, in which he was scheduled to perform. Information on future TDO … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The Dallas Opera Cancels Plácido Domingo Performance
The Dallas Opera Has A Hot Bargain Going On Sale Monday
Get those credit cards warmed up for Monday’s special offering. The Dallas Opera is celebrating ten years of calling the Winspear Opera House home-sweet-home with a sweetheart deal. For 2019-2020 season, single tickets starting at $25 will be up for grabs on Monday here! And what a season it will be. Kicking off on Friday, October 18, the 63rd International “Standing … [Read more...] about The Dallas Opera Has A Hot Bargain Going On Sale Monday
JUST IN: Dolce&Gabbana Fashions Will Be On The Dallas Opera’s First Sight Runway
Word has just arrived that The Dallas Opera’s 2019 First Sight/First Night Co-Chairs Kim and Greg Hext have landed big news for the First Sight Fashion Show and Luncheon at the Winspear Opera House. The fashions on the runway will be from the "acclaimed international design house" of Dolce&Gabbana. According to Kim, “I am delighted that The Dallas Opera will be … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dolce&Gabbana Fashions Will Be On The Dallas Opera’s First Sight Runway
The Inaugural Class Of The Dallas Opera Honorary Directors Is Announced
Since being established in 1957, The Dallas Opera has had its ups and downs. But then hasn’t every organization? But what was been the sustaining factor in TDO weathering the changing times has been the number of people whose support and loyalty have made it endure. To pay homage to 16 such folks, the Dallas Opera Honorary Directors was recently established. According to … [Read more...] about The Inaugural Class Of The Dallas Opera Honorary Directors Is Announced