Sammons Center for the Arts

Twelfth Night
2024-07-21 20:30 (America/New_York) | Samuell-Grand Amphitheatre, 1500 Tenison Parkway, Dallas, TX, 75223, United States
Viola and her twin brother, Sebastian have been shipwrecked; each believes the other to have drowned. Viola disguises herself as a young man, and under the name Cesario, gets a job as a servant for the Duke, Orsino.
NEED TO KNOW:
Summer Entry Times: 7:15pm for Season Ticket Subscribers & Benefactors I 7:30pm for Advanced Sales and Groups I 7:45pm General Admission I 8:45pm curtain
Run time for is approximately 1.5 hours and will include a 10-minute intermission.
Patrons are welcome to bring in chairs, blankets, picnic baskets, food, beer, and wine.
TICKETS AND ADMISSION:
Tickets will be emailed to you upon purchase. Please present your ticket barcode to the Front of House attendants for scanning when you arrive. Tickets may be purchased online up until the beginning of the performance (encouraged) or at the front gate.
Lost your ticket? Click on “resend confirmation” at the top of the page to have a copy of your ticket emailed to you. We encourage you to create an account so you can always access your tickets.
PARKING:
Please purchase parking when you purchase your tickets. A separate parking barcode will be included in your ticket purchase confirmation email. Cash will also be accepted at the parking lot entrance. Parking is $7 per performance or a season parking pass may be purchased for $20.
GROUP RATES:
Groups are encouraged! For information on attending with your group of 10 or more, please contact patron services at groups@shakespearedallas.org.
REFUNDS:
Shakespeare Dallas has a strict no refund policy. Our tickets are flexible, so you’re always able to use the ticket you’ve purchased for another night. In the event of a weather related cancellation of a show, rain checks are issued so that our patrons may have every opportunity to see another performance. Refunds may only be issued for show cancellations during the last weekend of performances.

23rd Annual Asian Film Festival of Dallas
2024-07-25 - 2024-07-28 | Angelika Film Center, 5321 E Mockingbird Ln #230, Dallas, TX, 75206, United States
The Asian Film Festival of Dallas (AFFD) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating and supporting emerging and established Asian and Asian-American filmmakers and sharing the rich diversity of Asian culture through the medium of cinema.
Over the last twenty-two years, the festival has provided opportunities for over 400 Asian and Asian American filmmakers and documentarians to share their vision, often providing the only venue for their films to be shown in Dallas. The films have also allowed festival goers a chance to experience other lives and cultures without leaving their seats.

Creation Lab Open Performance
2024-07-27 17:00 - 19:00 | The Dallas Contemporary, 161 Glass St, Dallas, TX, 75207, United States
Bombshell Dance Project partners with the Dallas Contemporary to present the first installment of the Dallas Creation Lab. Curated by Bombshell’s Emily Bernet and Taylor Rodman, the project will include a week of creative process in the Dallas Contemporary’s empty gallery, ending with a one-night-only performance experience. Step into the creative process of seven Dallas artists for an up close look at their latest explorations as they build one collaborative work, and stick around after the performance for a discussion with the artists followed by light sips and bites. Come for the performance, stay for the party!

Swing on a String
2024-07-27 18:00, 2024-08-10 18:00, 2024-08-17 18:00, 2024-08-24 18:00 | Sammons Center for the Arts, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX, 75219, United States
WORKSHOPS ARE BACK!!!
Weekly 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.
Beginner 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.
Open 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.
Pricing

Weekly workshops, Free for Members, $5 for Non-Members.
Beginner 6-Count Basic (Newcomer) Lessons, Free with admission to the dance.
Social Dance, $9 of Members, $12 for Non-Members.

Basically Beethoven Festival 2024
2024-07-28 14:30 | Moody Performance Hall, 2520 Flora St., Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
Basically, the best show in town …

Free, family-friendly concerts on Sundays in July at 2:30 pm
​The Basically Beethoven Festival was Fine Arts Chamber Players’ inaugural concert series. Since 1981, the Festival has provided North Texas with free chamber music concerts during the month of July, a traditionally slow time for arts events in Dallas. The Festival features professional musicians from local ensembles performing a diverse range of music.
​Every program begins with a Rising Star Recital spotlighting local, gifted young musicians, many of whom are winners of area music contests and concerto competitions; followed by the Feature Performance showcasing professional musicians from across the Metroplex.
Admission is free and performances fulfill FACP’s commitment to produce classical music concerts with no barriers to attendance. Performances are enjoyed by longtime arts patrons and attendees who are new to classical music. Families with children in particular might find the Festival a good fit.
​Since the pandemic, we now offer recordings of these concerts on our YouTube channel HERE.
​We are indebted to the past work of Dr. Alex McDonald, Festival Director of Basically Beethoven Festival from 2015 – 2023.

Much Ado About Nothing
2024-07-30 20:00, 2024-07-31 20:00, 2024-08-01 20:00, 2024-08-02 20:00, 2024-08-03 20:00, 2024-08-04 20:00 | Samuell-Grand Amphitheatre, 1500 Tenison Parkway, Dallas, TX, 75223, United States
In Shakespeare’s play, Much Ado About Nothing, power defies legacy. Throughout the show, we see greed, jealousy, and deception make a valiant effort to foil the love of young courtship. This comedic play unfolds as Leonato, leader of Spain, awaits the arrival of Don Pedro of Aragon and his victorious army of Portuguese soldados (soldiers). “Donde hay poder surgen la codicia, los celos, el engaño y el amor.”
In collaboration with Shakespeare Dallas, Much Ado About Nothing runs July 30 – August 4, 2024 at 8 pm each night at Samuell-Grand Amphitheatre.
In an effort to make access to the arts more equitable for the members of our DFW community and beyond, we have removed our ticket prices and have instead shifted to a donation or ‘pay-what-you-can’ model for all 6 performances of Much Ado About Nothing
Make your donation for this comedic tale of love, power, and adventure today!

La Maupin: The French Abomination
2024-08-01 20:00, 2024-08-02 20:00, 2024-08-03 20:00 | Latino Cultural Center, 2600 Live Oak St., Dallas, TX, 75204, United States
La Maupin is a tale of love and tragedy set in 18th century France all wrapped up in a high octane Punk Rock Vanity Fair package. Based on the true story of Julie D’Aubigny, bisexual duelist and opera singer who was famous for dueling men and wooing their women. Through a beautiful mix of sword fighting and dance, the show details her almost too incredible to believe exploits (like the time she burned down a nunnery to escape with her lover, or the time she fought 3 men at once- and won!) While exploring the Julie’s journey to find happiness and acceptance as a queer woman way ahead of her time.

30CELLOS: "The Cello Chronicles"
2024-08-06 18:00 | Robinson Fine Arts Center, 1800 Alma Drive, Plano, TX, 75075, United States
Embark on a musical journey through time with the renowned Texas Cellos.
‘The Cello Chronicles’ will feature the magic of 30CELLOS playing in harmony, creating a symphony of sound that will transport you to another world. Don’t miss out on this unique musical experience!
Join us for an unforgettable evening of musical exploration at visually and acoustically stunning Robinson Fine Arts Center in Plano, perfect for both cello aficionados and newcomers alike!
The Cello Chronicles:
Giovanni Sollima:
—Terra Aria
Giovanni Sollima:
—Violoncellez, Vibrez
John Dowland
— In Darkness Let Me Dwell
Arabic folk song/ arr. Barralet
—Dance of the Soma
Franz Schubert:
—Gesang des Geister über den Wassern
—Erlkönig
Freddie Mercury/ Arr. Sébastien Walnier
—Bohemian Rhapsody
JS Bach
—Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben.
Richard Strauss:
—Morgen
METALLICA/ APOCALYPTICA:
—Sad but True
Glenn Miller
-Moonlight Serenade
Charles Trenet Arr. Riniker
-Que reste-t-il de nos amours
Debussy Arr. Kaiser-Lindemann
– Clair de lune
Jorge Ben Jor Arr: Dešpalj
-Mas que nada
Johannes Brahms:
—Choral Prelude
BEATLES/ KAISER-LINDEMANN
—Fool on the Hill
—Michelle
—Here, There, and Everywhere
—Cant Buy Me Love
Ennio Morriccone
—The Man with the Harmonica.
Henri Mancinni
—The Pink Panther
Terry Gilkyson/ Arr. Wilhelm Kaiser-Lindemann
— The Bare Necessities. from Jungle Book
L. Cohen /Kuipers
—Hallelujah

Classical Open Mic
2024-08-06 20:00, 2024-08-20 20:00 | The Wine Therapist, 1909 Skillman St., Dallas, TX, 75206, United States
Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at The Wine Therapist in Lakewood.
Classical Open Mic is a free and open weekly event, where professional and amateur classical musicians can play anything they desire related to classical music. From violin solos to opera arias to string quartets and horn concertos, musicians of all levels are welcomed to share their talents with the friendly and appreciative cafe audience.
A professional pianist is available to accompany you on opera arias, flute sonatas, cello concertos, you name it! They will sightread your piece, which means there are likely to be some mistakes, but it’s part of the fun of making music on the spot.
The Wine Therapist has wonderful high quality wine and beer selections. While they don’t serve food, you can order food to be delivered from any of the nearby restaurants or carry in.
How can I play?
Everybody who plays classical music is welcome to join. Click the sign up link on our website to grab your slot.
All skill levels are welcomed and encouraged. There are always professional musicians who perform, as well as amateurs and students. Musicians of all levels enjoy this unique opportunity to have fun making music in front of a welcoming, receptive audience. Our goal is to provide a fun atmosphere where all can share their talents and not be afraid to be harshly judged. Mistakes are pretty common and part of the open mic experience.

Lions Gate: Friday Ecstatic Dance
2024-08-09 19:00 | Sammons Center for the Arts, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX, 75219, United States
:: L I O N S :: G A T E ::
“The Lion’s Gate Portal is the moment where the Sun in Leo is in alignment with the star Sirius, Orion’s Belt and Earth. This happens when Sirius “rises” or becomes visible again due the Sun’s yearly passing of the star. The 8/8 of the Lion’s Gate Portal is regarded as one of the most powerful moments in the whole calendar. Much like the ancient Egyptians, you could view the Lion’s Gate Portal as a bringer of the abundant and new. Consider it a time to break free from any habits that may be preventing us from becoming our best selves.” – Mia Steiber
Together // let’s call in this new abundance into our communal and personal lives.
All are welcome // we are a multi-generational, culturally, gender, and socioeconomically diverse community.
Remember // all the ingredients for this adventure live in your own breath, bones, and blood. Dance is our birthright and our homecoming. A thread to a memory of our interconnectedness.
SCHEDULE:
7P | Doors to the Lobby Open for Elixir Lounge
8P | Music Warm-Up
9P | Opening Circle and Facilitation by Sarah Sampson
9:30P | Ecstatic Dance Journey w. DJ Cosmic Soup
11:30P | Sound Bath + Closing Circle
Midnight Lounge Opens Post-Show for Tea + Connection
WHAT IS ECSTATIC DANCE:
We create a space that is inspiring and uplifting; without talking, alcohol or the nightclub scene. We encourage participants to utilize the Ecstatic Dance space as an invitation for their magical mysterious nature, soulful somatic movement, creative self-expression, and heart-centered connection to self, life and others. We hold a nonverbal, barefoot, alcohol-free container to keep the journey intentional and lucid. You can dance the night away and still wake up early to do awesome stuff in the world!
ADMISSION |
Tickets Available Online + at the door
$30 :: first 30 tickets
$40 :: until August 2nd
$45 :: until August 8th
$50 :: day of event
GUIDELINES:
1. No talking on the dance floor
2. Drug-Free, Smoke-Free, Alcohol-Free environment
3. No photos or videos, cellphones muted and out of sight
4. Respect for the space and for one another
5. Move your body however you wish!
6. You can dance alone, or with as many partners. (If you’d rather not dance with someone, thank them for the offer by placing your hands in prayer position at your heart.)
Everything will be explained in Opening Circle by Sarah!
SUGGESTIONS:
1. Dress comfortably to sweat & move.
2. BYOWB — Bring your own water bottle – prefer non-glass.
3. Bring supportive things if you wish – snacks, etc. In love and mischief!
CONTACT: info@dallasmovementcollective.com
Full dance schedule + passes available here >>>
dallasmovementcollective.com

HENOSIS
2024-08-18 19:00 | Moody Performance Hall, 2520 Flora St., Dallas, TX, 75201, United States
The HighArt Foundation (HAF) proudly presents HENOSIS
HAF founder, NaGuanda Nobles, an internationally acclaimed lyric soprano, along with a wondrous assemblage of artists, will edify the souls of the listeners with operatic, classical, and gospel genres.
The concert title, HENOSIS, is a Greek word that means “unity” and this concert is sure to please the musical palates of fans of the fine arts and introduce new listeners to these timeless art forms.
Proceeds from the concert will benefit The HighArt Foundation, which assists deserving young musicians with scholarships and mentorships, as they pursue a career in the arts.
*Pre-show VIP Reception 6:00pm-6:30pm*
VIP $40 – Center Orchestra / Rows C-H
Preferred $25 – Center Orchestra / Rows A-B, Rows I-M
General $15 – Left + Right Orchestra / Rows A-M

Roots Revival | BIPOC Ecstatic Dance
2024-08-23 19:00 | Dallas Meditation Center, 810 W. Arapaho Road, Suite 98, Richardson, TX, 75080, United States
Embrace the Rhythms of Your Roots
This gathering is a heartfelt invitation for individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People Of Color in the DFW area to celebrate the wisdom and innate need for expression within your bodies, all within a nurturing and secure space. Together, let’s co-create a sanctuary and playground on the dance floor!
LOCATION |
Dallas Meditation Center 810 W Arapaho Rd #98, Richardson, TX 75080
(We are located behind Sueno, the restaurant. When you turn onto West Shore Drive from Arapaho, we are the first driveway on your left)
SCHEDULE |
DJ warm up 7:00
Opening circle | 7:30
Ecstatic dance wave until 9P
ADMISSION |
Tickets Available Online $20
$25 at the door
Allies who wish to support this dance can gift the price of admission.
Exchange + Reciprocity |
Register in Advance. Save time + money at check-in and pay the lowest price possible by registering online prior to the event. No refunds. Much like any event where tickets are sold – we’re not able to offer a refund. However, you are welcome to sell or gift your ticket on Facebook Community page here >>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/ecstaticdancedallascommunity
Everyone Makes a Contribution.
We value reciprocity. If you are unable to afford a ticket, but you want to attend, reach out to see about exchanging something at equal value as a form of energetic reciprocation. Volunteer opportunities are available at each dance in exchange for entry. These are limited and must be arranged in advance. Please reach out to us directly to inquire.
About the Dallas Movement Collective |
We are a vibrant and inclusive community organization that hosts ecstatic dance and movement practices that support learning through the innate wisdom of the body. We believe natural expression ignites the possibility for healing, individually and collectively. Learn more at dallasmovementcollective.com
Agreements |
We hold a barefoot, sober, and consent-based space to support the healing potential of the full freedom of expression. Learn more about our agreements here, dallasmovementcollective.com/ecstatic-dance Everything will be explained in Opening Circle!
Contact | rootsrevivaldance@gmail.com

Classical Open Mic Dallas
2024-09-03 20:00, 2024-09-10 20:00 | The Wine Therapist, 1909 Skillman St., Dallas, TX, 75206, United States
Now EVERY Tuesday at The Wine Therapist in Lakewood.
Classical Open Mic is a free and open weekly event, where professional and amateur classical musicians can play anything they desire related to classical music. From violin solos to opera arias to string quartets and horn concertos, musicians of all levels are welcomed to share their talents with the friendly and appreciative cafe audience.
A professional pianist is available to accompany you on opera arias, flute sonatas, cello concertos, you name it! They will sightread your piece, which means there are likely to be some mistakes, but it’s part of the fun of making music on the spot.
The Wine Therapist has wonderful high quality wine and beer selections. While they don’t serve food, you can order food to be delivered from any of the nearby restaurants or carry in.
How can I play?
Everybody who plays classical music is welcome to join. Click the sign up link on our website to grab your slot.
All skill levels are welcomed and encouraged. There are always professional musicians who perform, as well as amateurs and students. Musicians of all levels enjoy this unique opportunity to have fun making music in front of a welcoming, receptive audience. Our goal is to provide a fun atmosphere where all can share their talents and not be afraid to be harshly judged. Mistakes are pretty common and part of the open mic experience.

21st Anniversary Live Band Cha Cha Lesson and Ballroom Dance
2024-09-07 19:30 | Sokol Athletic Center, 7448 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX, 75231, United States
You Should Be Dancing, Yeah!
Happy 21st Anniversary Everyone!!
It’s the 21st Anniversary of USA Dance Dallas!
Ballroom and Latin Tunes by Trey and the Tritones!
All your playlist favorites!
Recorded music during band breaks!
Break out your fun 70’s attire!
7:30 – 8:30 – Cha cha lesson with Rebecca Smart and Loui Moreno
8:30 – 11:30 PM Social dancing
Refreshments!
Dance hosts!
No partner needed
USA Dance members $20.
Non-members $25.
Students under 25 with ID $10.
Includes the lesson and the dance!
** Please join or renew membership in advance.
NO MEMBERSHIPS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR.

Tres Artes - The Painter & the Poet
2024-09-07 20:00 | Latino Cultural Center, 2600 Live Oak St., Dallas, TX, 75204, United States
Flamenco Fever’s insightful Fusion Series will present Tres Artes: The Painter and the Poet, a story of Forbidden Love.
As part of the 2024 season of Elevator Project at the AT&T Performing Arts Center, local students, international musicians and dancers took the stage at Strauss Square to tell the tragic love story of painter Salvador Dalí and martyred Spanish poet, playwright and flamenco aficionado, Federico Garcia Lorca.
Join us for an evening of conceptual choreography, elegant costuming and incredible music as we delve deeply into the provocative history of Spain and the rise of Surrealism, the LGBTQ community and the Fascist Franconian Regime in the early 20th century. War scene pyrotechnics provided by Fempyre.
Pintura, Poesia y Pasion combines four dynamic art forms – live music, dance and the recitation of Garcia Lorca’s poetry – into an unforgettable performance. In this sophisticated evening. The Cast includes Julia Alcantara – Local Director/Producer as “La Argentinita”, Jorge Robledo (Argentina) as “Lorca” and Joseph Gonzales (Albuquerque) as “Salvador Dali”.
Flamenco Fever produces nearly 70 performances annually, each accompanied by requisite live music. They landed Dallas on the world map last summer when they were the first American company in Spanish history to be invited to perform. Hundreds of flamenco aficionados, and Spain’s top artists, enthusiastically received the show.

Sunday Ecstatic Dance w. Gracen Lee
2024-09-08 16:00 - 19:00 | Owenwood Farm & Neighborhood Space, 1451 John West Rd, Dallas, TX, 75228, United States
Sunday Ecstatic Dance :: A weekly soulful gathering of intention in motion, hosted in the beautiful Owenwood farm sanctuary space.
What is Ecstatic Dance?
Ecstatic dance is a free-form movement practice. No choreography, no steps to follow. We invite you to discover your own intuitive movement and meet your body’s natural wisdom. We hold an intentional space that allows you to fully express yourself in a supportive community container.
SCHEDULE |
4p | LIVE Music Warm Up (you won’t want to miss this!)
4:30p | Opening Circle + Intention Setting w. Sarah Sampson
4:45p | Ecstatic Dance Journey
6:00 | Sound Bath + Closing Circle
We have a open rental in this space, so we won’t ever have to rush out. Envision sunset picnics in the garden, potlucks, and other additions to our experience on Sunday evenings. This will be a Sunday destination space for us all.
LOCATION |
Owenwood Farm + Neighborhood Space
1451 John West Rd, Dallas, TX 75228
ADMISSION |
Tickets Available Online + at the door
$20 :: w. 5 dance pass
$25 :: in advance
$30 :: at the door
$40 :: supporter ticket (buy one, give one to our scholarship fund)
5 Dance Pass for purchase here >>>https://momence.com/m/112216
About the Dallas Movement Collective |
We are a vibrant and inclusive community organization that hosts ecstatic dance and movement practices that support learning through the innate wisdom of the body. We believe natural expression ignites the possibility for healing, individually and collectively. Learn more at dallasmovementcollective.com
Agreements |
We hold a barefoot, sober, and consent based space to support the healing potential of the full freedom of expression.
Learn more about our agreements here, dallasmovementcollective.com/ecstatic-dance
Everything will be explained in Opening Circle!
Contact | sarah@dallasmovementcollective.com
Full dance schedule + passes available here | dallasmovementcollective.com/schedule

Julius Caesar
2024-09-11 20:00, 2024-09-12 20:00 | Samuell-Grand Amphitheatre, 1500 Tenison Parkway, Dallas, TX, 75223, United States
Concerned that Julius Caesar poses a threat to democracy, revolutionaries take the violent decision to murder him. As the world spins out of control, chaos and superstition lead to civil war.
NEED TO KNOW:
Fall Entry Times: 6:45pm for season ticket subscribers I 7:00pm for Advanced Sales and Groups I 7:30pm General Admission I 8:00 pm curtain
Run time for is approximately 1.5 hours and will include a 10-minute intermission.
Patrons are welcome to bring in chairs, blankets, picnic baskets, food, beer, and wine.
TICKETS AND ADMISSION:
Tickets will be emailed to you upon purchase. Please present your ticket barcode to the Front of House attendants for scanning when you arrive. Tickets may be purchased online up until the beginning of the performance (encouraged) or at the front gate.
Lost your ticket? Click on “resend confirmation” at the top of the page to have a copy of your ticket emailed to you. We encourage you to create an account so you can always access your tickets.
PARKING:
Please purchase parking when you purchase your tickets. A separate parking barcode will be included in your ticket purchase confirmation email. Cash will also be accepted at the parking lot entrance. Parking is $7 per performance or a season parking pass may be purchased for $20.
GROUP RATES:
Groups are encouraged! For information on attending with your group of 10 or more, please contact patron services at groups@shakespearedallas.org.
REFUNDS:
Shakespeare Dallas has a strict no refund policy. Our tickets are flexible, so you’re always able to use the ticket you’ve purchased for another night. In the event of a weather related cancellation of a show, rain checks are issued so that our patrons may have every opportunity to see another performance. Refunds may only be issued for show cancellations during the last weekend of performances.
