A note regarding COVID-19
Upcoming Events in Dallas
Dallas
Keiko Matsui and Tom Braxton in Concert
April 21
Bishop Arts Theatre Center, 215 S. Tyler St.
Join along for a night filled with jazz at the Bishop Arts Theatre Center, featuring music from Keiko Matsui and Tom Braxton.
Dallas International Film Festival
April 26-May 2
Violet Crown Cinema Dallas, 3699 McKinney Ave.
The Dallas International Film Festival connects filmmakers and film lovers for a week of screenings, eye-opening documentaries, short films, international experiences, nightly red carpets, filmmaker panels and Q&As, special events, and musical performances.
Artscape
April 27-28
Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road
In its 17th year, Artscape is a juried fine art and fine craft show and sale with nearly 100 juried artists who display their unique and one-of-a-kind creations throughout the garden. Artscape features some new artists and a variety of mediums including metal, 2D and 3D mixed media, painting, ceramics, fiber, glass, drawing/pastel, photography, sculpture, wood, and jewelry. Entry is included with admission to the garden.
House of DIFFA: Royalty Untamed
April 27
Sheraton Dallas Hotel, 400 Olive St.
DIFFA is hosting it’s annual black-tie gala, the Louis L. Borick Foundation House of DIFFA: Royalty Untamed. Guests attending the gala can anticipate a mesmerizing runway show with performances by celebrity guests, showcasing stylish looks from top designers. Guests also have the chance to participate in lively auctions, both live and silent, offering a curated selection of exclusive items. Guests also have the opportunity to enter a raffle with a chance to win their choice of any vehicle from any DFW Sewell dealership, with an MSRP value of up to $55,000. Raffle tickets are available for $100 each, while supplies last.
Festival of Joy
April 27
Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy.
Kick off spring with a colorful celebration of spirituality and Indian culture at the fifth annual Festival of Joy. The festival kicks off with a parade and culminates with a live headline stage performance. Presented by acclaimed East Dallas restaurant Kalachandji’s, Festival of Joy brings together thousands of families, young adults, and dignitaries for a fun-filled day of bright colors, beautiful flowers, and a free vegetarian feast, along with riveting music, dance, and interactive holistic living and cultural exhibits. A variety of ethnic vegetarian foods are also available for purchase. New this year is an evening stage performance by popular Indian artist Gaura Vani.
Revive the Culture HBCU Power Camp
April 28
Ellis Davis Fieldhouse, 9191 S. Polk St.
Hosted by The Texas Supremacy of Music and Arts Conservatory (TSMAC), Revive the Culture HBCU Power Camp is a dynamic two-day marching band camp specifically designed for students in grades 6-12. This unique program is led by band and dance directors from historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and provides comprehensive instruction in the HBCU show-style perspective of marching, band dance, majorettes, color guard, and cheerleading. The camp is completely free for participants, who are required to have at least one year of experience in their respective performing arts disciplines. The camp aims to serve over 1,500 students from 18 Dallas schools, focusing on those who are socio-economically disadvantaged. The first day of the camp is dedicated to practice, team building, and rehearsal of musical content provided to the students prior to the event. On the second day, the showcase begins, allowing small groups of students to demonstrate their learning to a large audience, including parents, guardians, district and school board representatives, and local elected officials. This event not only highlights the importance of performing arts among urban communities, but also provides a platform for students to showcase their talents and hard work.
“Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer”
May 2-19
Bishop Arts Theatre Center, 215 S. Tyler St.
Dallas Theater Center’s Brierley Resident Acting Company member, Liz Mikel, returns to Dallas after a year performing on Broadway to play the legendary 1960s Civil Rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer in this regional premiere. The production celebrates the woman whose courage, humor, and grit reminds us that we all have a stake in our country. Fannie’s is a story of justice that will not be denied.
Barbershop Quartet Convention and Competition
May 3-4
Hyatt Regency DFW International Airport, 2334 N. International Pkwy.
Choruses and quartets from New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana come together for fun, fellowship, and friendly competition in the a cappella barbershop style.
Black Heritage Celebration
May 18-19
Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road
The fourth annual Black Heritage Celebration places the spotlight on the unique talents, art, and businesses of the local Black community. These include designers, entertainers, artists, and chefs. There is a vendor exhibit with Black-owned businesses selling their items, plus entertainment. This event is open to the public and is included in the general admission to the Dallas Arboretum.
Mindi Abair and Greg Karukas in Concert
June 8
Bishop Arts Theatre Center, 215 S. Tyler St.
Join in for a night of jazz with Mindi Abair and Gregg Karukas. Abair is a saxophonist, vocalist, author, and National Trustee for the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, the organization that puts on the Grammy Awards show. Karukas is a smooth jazz pianist who co-founded the Rippingtons in 1985.
Revive the Culture Summer Band Showcase
June 20
Kincaide Stadium, 9191 S. Polk St.
The Texas Supremacy of Music and Arts Conservatory Summer Band Showcase offers instruction in show-style marching band concepts, dance, and cheerleading by instructors from HBCUs. It serves over 300 students from 18 Dallas schools, focusing on those who are socio-economically disadvantaged. The camp aims to provide a transformative experience, including practice, team building, and a showcase event, while also addressing mental health through music education.
“Jet Fuel”
Aug. 8-26
Bishop Arts Theatre, 215 S. Tyler St.
“Jet Fuel” is an original play about sex, gender, and the construct of fairness in elite sports, inspired by the story of Olympic sprinter Caster Semenya.
