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SUMMARY:Hallam Concert - November
DESCRIPTION:Basically Beethoven favorites MAKE Trio with guest Stas Chernyshev. \nAbout Basically Beethoven Hallam Concerts  \nThe Basically Beethoven Hallam Concerts are a series of free chamber music concerts on Saturday afternoons at 3\, at Central Commons\, monthly from October—May (excluding December). Each concert features local professional performers who play in a wide range of ensembles. \nThis concert series began in 1984 as Bancroft Family Concerts through a partnership with the Dallas Museum of Art. The free admission and daytime time slot of the concerts were expressly chosen to support Basically Beethoven’s commitment to provide professional chamber music to those who would not traditionally be able to attend—particularly older adults and families with children. For nearly four decades\, the concerts have consistently attracted full-capacity audiences. Musicians frequently include members of  the Dallas and Fort Worth symphonies\, the Dallas Opera orchestra\, other professional ensembles\, and faculty members from local universities such as Southern Methodist University and the University of North Texas. \nThey are completely free of charge and open to all ages.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/hallam-concert-november/
LOCATION:Central Commons\, 4711 Westside Dr\, Dallas\, TX\, 75209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classical,Classical Chamber Music,Other Events,Partner Events
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SUMMARY:Swing on a String
DESCRIPTION:WORKSHOPS ARE BACK!!! \nWeekly workshops run from 6-8pm in the main ballroom. Intermediate and Advanced Workshops have not yet resumed\, but hopefully will return soon. Topics of these workshops and their instructors change from month to month. For more information\, please click on a particular week’s event page. \nBeginner 6-Count Basic (Newcomer) Lessons run from 8-9pm in the main ballroom. The content of this lesson is the same every single week\, and we recommend attending several of these lessons to get the basics down before attending additional workshops\, etc. \nOpen dancing runs from 9pm-11:30pm in the main ballroom. There is a short break in the music around 10:15pm for announcements\, birthday dances\, and the shim sham. instructors\, and are subject to their discretion. \nPricing \n\nWeekly workshops\, Free for Members\, $5 for Non-Members.\nBeginner 6-Count Basic (Newcomer) Lessons\, Free with admission to the dance.\nSocial Dance\, $9 of Members\, $12 for Non-Members.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/swing-on-a-string-8/2024-11-09/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Other Events,Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Swing Dance Society":MAILTO:dsds-board-of-directors@dsds.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T193000
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SUMMARY:Forever For A Moment
DESCRIPTION:“Forever For A Moment” is a one-of-a-kind art and dance experience\, performance\, and fundraising event. \nGrab a drink and enjoy light bites as a series of dance performances unfolds in the Dallas Contemporary’s large gallery. Through a world-premiere choreographic work\, the dancers create live motion paintings with their movements. A unique two-dimensional representation of fleeting choreography is captured in lasting visual form. \nThe motion paintings are then cut into small format pieces and framed on-site. Pick out your favorite and leave the event with a beautiful one-of-a-kind piece of the performance. \nThe show will feature live music by DJ and electronic music composer Elkin Pautt with world-premiere choreography by Diana Crowder and the dancers of Pegasus Contemporary Ballet. The collaborative evening will also showcase a curated selection of artwork highlighting emerging and established artists from the Nostalgia and Noise collective. Join us as we explore themes of impermanence\, living presently\, and the power of shared experience. \nThis immersive performance and fundraising event will launch Pegasus Contemporary Ballet’s 24/25 season with dance\, art\, beverages\, light bites\, and live music. \nPegasus Contemporary Ballet is a 501c3 non-profit. Donations made at or prior to the event are tax deductible and support our 24/25 season as a pioneering force in dance. To continue elevating Dallas as a destination for the world’s top artists to create in this field\, we rely on the support of our community and patrons. Every contribution makes a valuable impact in bringing our unique performances to life. \n———————- \nTicket Details \nGeneral Admission: $65 \nVIP: $100 \nVIP Package: $285 \nAll tickets include open bar and light bites. \nVIP tickets include: \n\nfirst pick of motion painting pieces\na separate VIP bar\nearly entry for an exclusive pre-show look\n\nVIP Package includes: \n\ntwo VIP tickets\none motion painting piece\n\nMotion painting pieces: Purchase in advance or at the event $125 // $85 as part of the VIP Package
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/forever-for-a-moment/
LOCATION:The Dallas Contemporary\, 161 Glass St\, Dallas\, TX\, 75207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Other Events
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SUMMARY:REFLECTION: Travel Guide to Nicaragua
DESCRIPTION:REGIONAL PREMIERE \nComposed by Michael Gordon \nDirected by Sam Brukhman \nTravel Guide to Nicaragua by acclaimed composer Michael Gordon is a deeply personal and reflective work that unravels the hidden layers of his family’s Jewish heritage. After the passing of his grandmother\, a Holocaust survivor\, Gordon uncovers the complex history of his family’s journey across continents. This composition weaves fragmented memories and unspoken truths\, offering a poignant meditation on identity\, memory\, and legacy. \nGordon’s work blends Jewish and Nicaraguan musical influences to create a unique soundscape that invites listeners to engage with the silences and stories that shape our understanding of the past. Praised by The New York Times for his ability to reveal “unspoken truths\,” Travel Guide to Nicaragua challenges audiences to reflect on the lasting impact of heritage\, migration\, and survival. \nThis profound exploration of personal history serves as both a tribute to Gordon’s family and an invitation for audiences to contemplate the untold stories within their own lives. \nRun Time: ONE (1) hour + Post-show talkback (25 minutes)\nNo intermission
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/reflection-travel-guide-to-nicaragua/2024-11-09/
LOCATION:Dallas Holocaust & Human Rights Museum\, 300 N. Houston St.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Choir,Orchestra,Other Events,Partner Events,Theater
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