The Dallas Opera is pleased to announce a brand-new initiative for the opera curious during the 2017-2018 “Motives Unmasked!” Season: Young Professionals Performance Nights. Patrons between the ages of 21 and 35 may purchase Best Available Seats (a maximum of two per person) to any of the Wednesday evening performances of The Dallas Opera’s mainstage season—for a guaranteed price of just $50! Unlike Student Rush, these tickets may be purchased in advance(“First Come, First S

A ghost story is transformed into an eerie and magnificent opera, The Turn Of The Screw by Benjamin Britten, with a libretto by Myfanwy Piper. The dark and gripping tale is based on the atmospheric, nineteenth-century novella by Henry James. Certainly something different for those seeking unique experiences, this production from England’s Glyndebourne Festival Opera. It opens on Friday, March 17, 2017, at 7:30 p.m. at the Winspear Opera House. Three additional performances wi

Puccini's masterpiece Madame Butterfly opens Friday, March 10th at The Dallas Opera and continues throughout the month. With its poignant melodies, memorable characters, and intriguing storyline, it’s the must-see opera for newcomers a perennial favorite of aficionados. The stellar international cast features one of today’s most famous interpreters of the role of Cio-Cio-San, (Butterfly), the extraordinary Chinese soprano Hui He, as well as Italian tenor Gianluca Terranova (L

Ever feel like you were born in the wrong era? Long for the days of never-ending skirts and smooth-talking crooners? If so, The Sands is your perfect night. The Sands is a ‘Rat Pack/Mad Men’ era Retro Nightclub fundraising event for AIN. Dress to the nines and prepare yourself for a night of dancing, eating, and drinking in the 1960's! Guests can anticipate a chic 1960’s inspired nightclub with Open Bar, Live Entertainment featuring Hunter Sullivan and his orchestra, Light Ho

Denton used to be the last place I would roadtrip to for a memorable dinner, but Barley & Board changed that. With recent developments, foodies continue to be impressed by this small town's ability to innovate age-old classics and even earn the title of "Best Burger in Dallas", courtesy of Barley & Board's namesake B&B Burger. Housed in the space last held by the oldest hotel in Denton, Lucy's, Barley & Board transformed the space into an airy yet cozy environment, balancing

Valentine's Day is coming up, and Dallas has never had more to offer. From new restaurants, live jazz, art museums, or even a drive-in movie, there is something for everyone and every budget. From free dates to extravagant nights out, this Valentine's Day will be the best one yet! Indulge your tastebuds at Madrina or The Theodore Photo by Catherine Downes for D Magazine Madrina is one of the hottest new restaurants in Dallas with French-inspired Mexican cuisine and a cocktail