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SUMMARY:African Drum & Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Class is open to all ages and levels. First timers are always welcome to drop in. Classes are always accompanied by live and energetic African drumming. $15 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/african-drum-dance-class/2026-01-03/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bandan Koro":MAILTO:DallasAfricanDance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T093000
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SUMMARY:African Drum & Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Class is open to all ages and levels. First timers are always welcome to drop in. Classes are always accompanied by live and energetic African drumming. $15 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/african-drum-dance-class/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bandan Koro":MAILTO:DallasAfricanDance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T193000
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SUMMARY:Making Spirits Bright
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season with a joyful cabaret celebration that wraps music\, merriment\, and a dash of surprise into one dazzling package. Featuring festive favorites\, sing-alongs\, surprise guests\, and maybe even a visit from the jolliest figure of all\, this one-of-a-kind holiday concert will leave you humming all the way home. Come for the songs\, stay for the spirit—and don’t forget to grab a seasonal treat on your way in! \nThe concert begins at 7:30 p.m.; doors to the concert and pre-concert reception open at 6:30 p.m. in Meadows Hall. Check-in opens at 6:00 p.m. in the lobby. \nAdmission includes light refreshments\, beverages\, a pre-concert reception\, and complimentary valet parking. For questions\, call (214) 520-7788. \n\nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/making-spirits-bright/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sammons Cabaret,Sammons Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T123000
DTSTAMP:20250925T175705Z
CREATED:20250923T173646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T175705Z
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SUMMARY:African Drum & Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Class is open to all ages and levels. First timers are always welcome to drop in. Classes are always accompanied by live and energetic African drumming. $15 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/african-drum-dance-class/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bandan Koro":MAILTO:DallasAfricanDance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T123000
DTSTAMP:20250925T175705Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T175705Z
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SUMMARY:African Drum & Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Class is open to all ages and levels. First timers are always welcome to drop in. Classes are always accompanied by live and energetic African drumming. $15 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/african-drum-dance-class/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bandan Koro":MAILTO:DallasAfricanDance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T193000
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CREATED:20250925T192327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T220142Z
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SUMMARY:Sammons Jazz: Jazz Heroes
DESCRIPTION:Longtime audience favorite James Driscoll makes his Sammons Jazz headlining debut with the James Driscoll Quartet. A master of bass and guitar\, James leads a tight-knit group featuring Stockton Helbing on drums\, Davy Mooney on guitar\, and Chris McGuire on saxophone. Expect a night of imaginative interplay and irresistible groove. \nDrummer and bandleader Brian Harmon closes the fall season by leading the Brian Harmon Quartet in a performance full of character and standout musicianship. Young Heo on bass\, Ben Bohorquez on saxophone\, and Peter Rioux on piano join him for a dynamic finale to a memorable season. \nThe concert begins at 7:30 p.m.; doors to Meadows Hall open at 7:00 p.m. A pre-concert reception opens at 6:00 p.m. on the Mary Anne Sammons Cree Mezzanine (second floor). Check-in opens at 6:00 p.m. in the lobby. \n\nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/sammons-jazz-jazz-heroes/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sammons Center Events,Sammons Jazz
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SUMMARY:African Drum & Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Class is open to all ages and levels. First timers are always welcome to drop in. Classes are always accompanied by live and energetic African drumming. $15 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/african-drum-dance-class/2025-11-29/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bandan Koro":MAILTO:DallasAfricanDance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T123000
DTSTAMP:20250925T175705Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T175705Z
UID:10000461-1763803800-1763814600@sammonsartcenter.org
SUMMARY:African Drum & Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Class is open to all ages and levels. First timers are always welcome to drop in. Classes are always accompanied by live and energetic African drumming. $15 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/african-drum-dance-class/2025-11-22/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bandan Koro":MAILTO:DallasAfricanDance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T193000
DTSTAMP:20251119T164708Z
CREATED:20250925T191804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T164708Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED Sammons Cabaret: Heather Paterson
DESCRIPTION:The concert has been postponed to January 22\, 2026. If you purchased tickets\, you may transfer them to the new date\, receive ticket credits for the next season\, or request a refund. For questions\, please call (214) 520-7788. \n\nElegant\, expressive\, and effortlessly cool\, Heather Paterson brings her crystalline voice and rich jazz interpretations back to the Sammons stage. A longtime favorite among the Sammons Center’s audiences\, Heather infuses every song with heartfelt storytelling\, impeccable technique\, and the timeless charm of the Great American Songbook. Inspired by jazz legends like Ella Fitzgerald and backed by decades of musical and life experience\, she delivers performances that are as moving as they are masterful. We are honored to welcome her back for what promises to be an unforgettable evening of song and swing. \nThe concert begins at 7:30 p.m.; doors to Kurth Hall (fourth floor) open at 7:00 p.m. A pre-concert reception opens at 6:00 p.m. on the Mary Anne Sammons Cree Mezzanine (second floor). Check-in opens at 6:00 p.m. on the fourth floor.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/sammons-cabaret-heather-paterson/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sammons Cabaret,Sammons Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T123000
DTSTAMP:20250925T175705Z
CREATED:20250923T173646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T175705Z
UID:10000460-1763199000-1763209800@sammonsartcenter.org
SUMMARY:African Drum & Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Class is open to all ages and levels. First timers are always welcome to drop in. Classes are always accompanied by live and energetic African drumming. $15 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/african-drum-dance-class/2025-11-15/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bandan Koro":MAILTO:DallasAfricanDance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T123000
DTSTAMP:20250925T175705Z
CREATED:20250923T173646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T175705Z
UID:10000459-1762594200-1762605000@sammonsartcenter.org
SUMMARY:African Drum & Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Class is open to all ages and levels. First timers are always welcome to drop in. Classes are always accompanied by live and energetic African drumming. $15 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/african-drum-dance-class/2025-11-08/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bandan Koro":MAILTO:DallasAfricanDance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T220000
DTSTAMP:20251013T162209Z
CREATED:20250930T164859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T162209Z
UID:10000718-1762545600-1762552800@sammonsartcenter.org
SUMMARY:Bailando con La Muerte
DESCRIPTION:Bailando con la Muerte/Dancing with Death is a collection of personal stories related to death as told by Teatro Flor Candela performers. The scene unfolds in a funeral home- a contest that further unifies each story around the common them of death. The production is both whimsical and deep\, as both crying and laughter are inevitable in face of death \nBailando con la Muerte  es una serie de historias personales relacionadas con la muerte y contadas por los integrantes de Teatro Flor Candela. La escena tiene lugar en una funeraria -donde se va unificando cada relato con un tema común: la muerte. Esta producción es extravagante y profunda ya que llorar y reír son inevitables frente a la muerte \nhttps://www.teatroflorcandela.org/upcoming-events.html \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/bailando-con-la-muerte/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T193000
DTSTAMP:20251008T220419Z
CREATED:20250925T185004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T220419Z
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SUMMARY:Sammons Jazz: Jazz with a Twist
DESCRIPTION:Vocal dynamo Andrea Wallace returns to the stage for a night that fuses tradition with fresh\, new perspectives. Joining her are Eric Willis on piano\, Nick Woodhouse on bass\, Cleon Edwards on drums\, and Marcus Parks on trombone—bringing flair and finesse to every phrase. \nAlso taking the stage is guitarist Todd Parsnow\, whose deep-rooted love for jazz comes through in every performance. Drawing on a wide range of musical influences\, he brings both versatility and heart to the stage—and might even perform some vocals during the set. He’s joined by Jonathan Fisher on bass\, Andrew Griffith on drums\, and a dynamic horn section. \nThe concert begins at 7:30 p.m.; doors to Meadows Hall open at 7:00 p.m. A pre-concert reception opens at 6:00 p.m. on the Mary Anne Sammons Cree Mezzanine (second floor). Check-in opens at 6:00 p.m. in the lobby. \n\nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/39606/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sammons Center Events,Sammons Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T123000
DTSTAMP:20250925T175705Z
CREATED:20250923T173646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T175705Z
UID:10000458-1761989400-1762000200@sammonsartcenter.org
SUMMARY:African Drum & Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Class is open to all ages and levels. First timers are always welcome to drop in. Classes are always accompanied by live and energetic African drumming. $15 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/african-drum-dance-class/2025-11-01/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bandan Koro":MAILTO:DallasAfricanDance@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T233000
DTSTAMP:20250925T201920Z
CREATED:20250924T165252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T201920Z
UID:10000453-1761422400-1761435000@sammonsartcenter.org
SUMMARY:DSDS Saturday Social Dance
DESCRIPTION:Come dance with us every 2nd\, 3rd\, and 4th Saturday of each month! \nBeginner Lessons run from 8-9pm in the main ballroom. If this is your first time swing dancing\, start here! The content of this lesson is the same every single week\, and we recommend attending several of these lessons to get the basics down. Open dancing runs from 9-11:30pm.Come dance with us every 2nd\, 3rd\, and 4th Saturday of each month! Beginner Lessons run from 8-9pm in the main ballroom. If this is your first time swing dancing\, start here! The content of this lesson is the same every single week\, and we recommend attending several of these lessons to get the basics down. \nOpen dancing runs from 9-11:30pm.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/dsds-saturday-social-dance/2025-10-25/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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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:20251025T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T123000
DTSTAMP:20250925T175705Z
CREATED:20250923T173646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T175705Z
UID:10000457-1761384600-1761395400@sammonsartcenter.org
SUMMARY:African Drum & Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Class is open to all ages and levels. First timers are always welcome to drop in. Classes are always accompanied by live and energetic African drumming. $15 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/african-drum-dance-class/2025-10-25/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bandan Koro":MAILTO:DallasAfricanDance@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T233000
DTSTAMP:20250925T201920Z
CREATED:20250924T165252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T201920Z
UID:10000452-1760817600-1760830200@sammonsartcenter.org
SUMMARY:DSDS Saturday Social Dance
DESCRIPTION:Come dance with us every 2nd\, 3rd\, and 4th Saturday of each month! \nBeginner Lessons run from 8-9pm in the main ballroom. If this is your first time swing dancing\, start here! The content of this lesson is the same every single week\, and we recommend attending several of these lessons to get the basics down. Open dancing runs from 9-11:30pm.Come dance with us every 2nd\, 3rd\, and 4th Saturday of each month! Beginner Lessons run from 8-9pm in the main ballroom. If this is your first time swing dancing\, start here! The content of this lesson is the same every single week\, and we recommend attending several of these lessons to get the basics down. \nOpen dancing runs from 9-11:30pm.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/dsds-saturday-social-dance/2025-10-18/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Swing Dance Society":MAILTO:dsds-board-of-directors@dsds.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T123000
DTSTAMP:20250925T175705Z
CREATED:20250923T173646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T175705Z
UID:10000456-1760779800-1760790600@sammonsartcenter.org
SUMMARY:African Drum & Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Class is open to all ages and levels. First timers are always welcome to drop in. Classes are always accompanied by live and energetic African drumming. $15 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/african-drum-dance-class/2025-10-18/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bandan Koro":MAILTO:DallasAfricanDance@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T193000
DTSTAMP:20251008T220509Z
CREATED:20250925T183821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T220509Z
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SUMMARY:Sammons Cabaret: Keron Jackson
DESCRIPTION:A voice that can shake the rafters—and stir the soul. Operatic bass-baritone Keron Jackson commands the stage with his stunning vocal power and magnetic presence. From opera and gospel to musical theatre and spirituals\, his performances defy genre while drawing from a powerful personal story of resilience and redemption. Known for roles in Show Boat\, Porgy and Bess\, and Moby Dick\, Jackson’s artistry is matched only by his mission to inspire through music. \nThe concert begins at 7:30 p.m.; doors to Kurth Hall (fourth floor) open at 7:00 p.m. A pre-concert reception opens at 6:00 p.m. on the Mary Anne Sammons Cree Mezzanine (second floor). Check-in opens at 6:00 p.m. on the fourth floor. \n\nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/sammons-cabaret-keron-jackson/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sammons Cabaret,Sammons Center Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T233000
DTSTAMP:20250925T201920Z
CREATED:20250924T165252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T201920Z
UID:10000451-1760212800-1760225400@sammonsartcenter.org
SUMMARY:DSDS Saturday Social Dance
DESCRIPTION:Come dance with us every 2nd\, 3rd\, and 4th Saturday of each month! \nBeginner Lessons run from 8-9pm in the main ballroom. If this is your first time swing dancing\, start here! The content of this lesson is the same every single week\, and we recommend attending several of these lessons to get the basics down. Open dancing runs from 9-11:30pm.Come dance with us every 2nd\, 3rd\, and 4th Saturday of each month! Beginner Lessons run from 8-9pm in the main ballroom. If this is your first time swing dancing\, start here! The content of this lesson is the same every single week\, and we recommend attending several of these lessons to get the basics down. \nOpen dancing runs from 9-11:30pm.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/dsds-saturday-social-dance/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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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:20251011T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T200000
DTSTAMP:20250924T170140Z
CREATED:20250924T170140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T170140Z
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SUMMARY:DSDS October Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The workshop topic for the month of October is TBD (To Be Determined). Please watch this space and our Facebook page for an update soon! \nWorkshops are from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. The cutoff time to join is 6:15pm\, and  entry to the lesson will not be allowed after this time. \nCost: FREE for members\, $5 for non-members
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/dsds-october-workshop/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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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:20251011T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T123000
DTSTAMP:20250925T175705Z
CREATED:20250923T173646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T175705Z
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SUMMARY:African Drum & Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Class is open to all ages and levels. First timers are always welcome to drop in. Classes are always accompanied by live and energetic African drumming. $15 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/african-drum-dance-class/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bandan Koro":MAILTO:DallasAfricanDance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T123000
DTSTAMP:20250925T175705Z
CREATED:20250923T173646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T175705Z
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SUMMARY:African Drum & Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Class is open to all ages and levels. First timers are always welcome to drop in. Classes are always accompanied by live and energetic African drumming. $15 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/african-drum-dance-class/2025-10-04/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bandan Koro":MAILTO:DallasAfricanDance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T193000
DTSTAMP:20250925T192402Z
CREATED:20250925T180320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T192402Z
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SUMMARY:Sammons Jazz: The Jazz Connection
DESCRIPTION:Pianist and composer Julie Bonk leads the Julie Bonk Band bringing her signature blend of jazz and blues to the stage. She’s joined by Chris Clarke on bass\, Rachella Parks-Washington on saxophone\, Andrew Griffith on drums\, and Andrea Wallace on vocals. \nThen\, enjoy a standout performance from the Brad Leali Quartet featuring Carla Helmbrecht. This dynamic quartet includes Brad Leali’s rich alto saxophone\, Carla Helmbrecht’s smooth\, expressive vocals\, Stefan Karlsson on piano\, Quincy Davis on drums\, and Henry Beal on bass. \nThe concert begins at 7:30 p.m.; doors to Meadows Hall open at 7:00 p.m. A pre-concert reception opens at 6:00 p.m. on the Mary Anne Sammons Cree Mezzanine (second floor). Check-in opens at 6:00 p.m. in the lobby. \n\nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/sammons-jazz-the-jazz-connection/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sammons Center Events,Sammons Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T233000
DTSTAMP:20250925T201920Z
CREATED:20250924T165252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T201920Z
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SUMMARY:DSDS Saturday Social Dance
DESCRIPTION:Come dance with us every 2nd\, 3rd\, and 4th Saturday of each month! \nBeginner Lessons run from 8-9pm in the main ballroom. If this is your first time swing dancing\, start here! The content of this lesson is the same every single week\, and we recommend attending several of these lessons to get the basics down. Open dancing runs from 9-11:30pm.Come dance with us every 2nd\, 3rd\, and 4th Saturday of each month! Beginner Lessons run from 8-9pm in the main ballroom. If this is your first time swing dancing\, start here! The content of this lesson is the same every single week\, and we recommend attending several of these lessons to get the basics down. \nOpen dancing runs from 9-11:30pm.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/dsds-saturday-social-dance/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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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:20250927T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T200000
DTSTAMP:20250924T163607Z
CREATED:20250923T175801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T163607Z
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SUMMARY:DSDS September Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The workshop topic for the month of September is Line Dances! The cutoff time to join is 6:15pm\, and entry to the lesson will not be allowed after this time. Free for members\, $5 for non-members.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/dsds-september-workshop/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
ORGANIZER;CN="Dallas Swing Dance Society":MAILTO:dsds-board-of-directors@dsds.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T123000
DTSTAMP:20250925T175705Z
CREATED:20250923T173646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T175705Z
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SUMMARY:African Drum & Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Class is open to all ages and levels. First timers are always welcome to drop in. Classes are always accompanied by live and energetic African drumming. $15 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/african-drum-dance-class/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bandan Koro":MAILTO:DallasAfricanDance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T143000
DTSTAMP:20250327T210005Z
CREATED:20250321T200236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T210005Z
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SUMMARY:A Memorial Celebration of the Life of Linda Joyce Petty - Livestreamed
DESCRIPTION:The Sammon’s Center for the Performing Arts Presents \nA Memorial Celebration of the Life of Linda Joyce Petty \n1 PM – 2:30 PM; Doors Open at 12 PM \nLink to Livestream: bit.ly/LindaPettyMemorial \n\nIn Memory of Linda Petty\n\n\nLarry and his family request donations be made to the Sammons Center for the Arts in lieu of flowers in Linda’s memory. Please consider helping the Sammons Center Grow the Arts\, enabling local and talented emerging artists and midsized arts organizations to succeed. \nDonate Here
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/a-memorial-celebration-of-the-life-of-linda-joyce-petty/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sammons Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T193000
DTSTAMP:20250207T191719Z
CREATED:20250207T191719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T191719Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome to the West LIVE
DESCRIPTION:The Dallas-based early music ensemble performs the mulit-media concert “Welcome to the West Live” Friday\, February 7 at 8pm. Music includes sonatas\, concertos\, traditional fiddling\, folk tunes and 1940s western swing\, and features contemporary and historic film footage and photographs from the Library of Congress. \n  \nThe original production collaborated with videographers and cowboy poets from Texas\, Wyoming\, Nevada\, South Dakota and Utah. The multimedia concert tells the story of ranching life in the American West. \n  \n“Music in the 17th and 18th centuries has influenced the music we listen to today\, even if we don’t realize it\,” said Julianna Emanski\, Lumedia’s Artistic Director who also holds a doctorate in music from the University of North Texas. “For instance\, there are aspects of modern country fiddling style in Baroque music\, inherited from the Celtic tradition.” \n  \n“Welcome to the West” was originally filmed in Celina and includes an ensemble of 10 instrumentalists\, three vocalists\, and four videographers all from Texas. Five poets\, including the late Harry Jackson (1923-1973) of Cody\, Wyo.\, and the late Elizabeth Ebert (1925-2018) of Lemmon\, S.D. contribute the text heard in voiceover. The live version on February 7 will feature footage from the original film via GracePoint Media’s XR video wall. \n  \nSome highlights from the program include: \n\nAllegro from “Grosso Mogul” Concerto in D Major\, RV 208 (ca. 1712/13) – Antonio Vivaldi\nThe Famous Night Herding Song (ca. 1950) by Harry “Woo Woo” Stevens\n“That’s What I Like about the West” (1947) – Edith Bergdahl & Robert MacGimsey\, arranged in 2020 by Gustavo Mazon Finessi\nI. Ohne Satzbeziechnung from Les Rainettes – Georg Philipp Telemann\n“Whiskey before Breakfast” (1957) – Andre DeJarlis\, arranged in 2020 by Stephanie Noori\nLeaning on the Everlasting Arms (1887)  – American Hymn\n\n  \nThe performance takes place in Meadows Hall at The Sammons Center for the Arts in Dallas on Friday\, February 7 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $55 and include complimentary valet parking\, and libations with the artists. \n  \nAudiences have proclaimed Lumedia to be ‘wacky and wonderful!’ Purchase tickets online or at the door. \nWelcome to the West Live \nFebruary 7\, 2025 \nMeadows Hall \nSammons Center for the Arts  \n3630 Harry Hines Blvd \nDallas TX 75219 \nParking: Free onsite \nValet: Complimentary \nDoors open: 7:30 pm \nConcert: 8:00 pm \nGeneral Admission: $55
URL:https://sammonsartcenter.org/event/welcome-to-the-west-live/
LOCATION:Sammons Center for the Arts\, 3630 Harry Hines Blvd.\, Dallas\, TX\, 75219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classical,Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lumedia Musicworks":MAILTO:info@lumediamusicworks.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T180000
DTSTAMP:20241119T013609Z
CREATED:20240722T210732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T013609Z
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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-8/2025-01-25/
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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