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Oct 19, 2019
1 min

Dallas Chamber Symphony Opens Eighth Season on October 22

If you know how excited I am about opera, my love for the Dallas Symphony should be no surprise! Dallas Chamber Symphony, led by Artistic Director and Conductor Richard McKay, will launch its eighth season with a dynamic concert, “Saint-Saëns Piano Concerto 2,” featuring works by three French composers. Celebrating its centenary this year, Maurice Ravel’s (1875-1937) neo-baroque orchestral suite (1919), Le Tombeau de Couperin, will start the program. Renowned pianist Christop

May 2, 2019
2 min

The Dallas Opera Enchants Audiences with Verdi's Falstaff

The Dallas Opera closed its season with a hilarious rendition of Verdi's Falstaff, a comic opera centered on Shakespeare's shining character Falstaff, a drunken knight that has seen better days. This is the first time Falstaff has been presented by The Dallas Opera in its 60-year history. Although an unconventional choice to close the season, Falstaff delivered non-stop laughs, beautiful performances, and staging with perfect comedic timing. I can honestly say I had a smile o

Oct 10, 2017
2 min

Samson & Dalila Opens at The Dallas Opera October 20 (with tickets starting at $19!)

A story of Biblical origin and Biblical proportions, Samson & Dalila brings lust and betrayal to the Winspear Opera stage. Camille Saint-Saëns’ glorious nineteenth-century grand opera opening October 20 will hold five performances in its native French libretto with English translations projected above the stage at every performance. Tickets start at just $19, available to purchase here, or a lucky few young professionals can purchase best-seat tickets here for just $50 (a $30

Nov 12, 2016
2 min

Moby Dick Shines at The Dallas Opera

One of my favorite novels, Moby Dick was the last story I thought would ever be reimagined as an opera. To my delightful surprise, not only did it stick true to the original, but Jake Heggie and Gene Scheer gave it a new life. Back in Dallas after a wildly successful world tour that earned it the reputation as one of the best contemporary operas, Moby Dick is powerful yet tender. Heggie's dynamic score emphasizes the novel's emotional undertones which no amount of words can d

Oct 27, 2016
2 min

Moby Dick Returns to the Dallas Opera

A truly revolutionary production that redefined the modern opera, Moby Dick returns to the stage early November. The story we all know and love is reimagined on a grand scale, featuring sweeping sets and memorable performances. In a league of its own, Moby Dick is an unforgettable experience for opera lovers, and a unique perspective on the epic story for first-timers alike. A production by Leonard Foglia originally commissioned and produced by The Dallas Opera, “opened in a

Oct 10, 2016
1 min

Live Classical Music at Dallas Bar Black Swan

Yes, you read that correctly! This Wednesday, Black Swan Saloon in Deep Ellum will host 2 world-class violinists. Dallas Symphony Orchestra concertmaster Alexander Kerr and violinist Lydia Umlauf will perform chamber music starting at 9pm. The repertoire lineup includes: Sonata for 2 violins #5 in E minor by Leclair Duo no. 1 for violin and viola by Mozart Passacaglia by Handel-Halvorsen This is a free performance at one of the best bars in Dallas, don't miss out! I suggest t

Oct 5, 2016
2 min

The Dallas Opera presents Tchaikovsky's 1879 Masterpiece, Eugene Onegin

Often violent and always passionate, Russian Romanticism returns to Dallas for the 2016-2017 Season. While Tchaikovsky is best known for The

Aug 25, 2016
3 min

Cedar Grove Brings The Outdoors In With Fresh Cuisine Inside A Modern Forest

The first thing you'll notice upon entering Cedar Grove is the sweet, unmistakable scent of cedar trees and the seemingly never-ending modern forest interior. The small forest of minimalist trees stretches up 20 feet, but it's not overwhelming or cluttered. Atmosphere is chic and cozy, matching their menu of refined American cuisine. No dish is priced higher than $25, no cocktail is over $9, but you'd never guess. Their New American cuisine specializing in farm-to-table dish

Jan 8, 2016
4 min

The Hidden Vegetarian & Vegan Gem of Denton - 940's Kitchen and Cocktails

Denton's food scene is booming, and one its latest standouts is 940's Kitchen and Cocktails. 940's is a laid-back, urban hangout just shy of the square, offering a seasonal menu and some of the best cocktails in the city. The menu takes you back with Southern favorites such as Shrimp and Grits and hushpuppies yet shines through expert seasoning and unexpected flavors. 940's prides themselves on offering a wide selection of vegan and vegetarian dishes, even hosting all-vegan d

Sep 24, 2015
2 min

Bolsa Transforms with New Fall Menu

With our hot Dallas temperatures finally dropping, it's time to celebrate the autumn season. What better way to do that than enjoying fall harvest inspired dishes at one of the best restaurants in Dallas? Joel Harrington has done it again, crafting seasonal twists on some of your favorite dishes. In addition to a brand new menu, Bolsa will be offering a full Thanksgiving menu for takeout, so it's time to impress your friends' tastebuds, stress-free. Spreads & Breads Smokey pi

Jul 20, 2015
3 min

Brunch Like a Parisian at Mercat Bistro - A Saturday Soirée

Croque Madame Tis the season to see all your friends posting their travel photos, while you're currently stuck in the sweltering heat of the Big D. Worry not, for brunch at Mercat Bistro is a little piece of France in the middle of the Harwood District of Dallas. Being an avid bruncher myself, my expectations are always set high for Mimosas and Eggs Benedict. In addition to executing these brunch essentials beautifully, Mercat boasts an impressive brunch menu of no-nonsense F

Jul 14, 2015
5 min

BOLSA: FARM-TO-TABLE DELICACIES

"Garden Salad" If it's one thing Dallasites feel strongly about, it's food. With more restaurants per capita than any other metropolitan area, it has become an incubator for fresh ideas and dishes. Bolsa falls in line with some of the best restaurants in the city, including an ever-changing menu, fantastic cocktails, and some of the freshest ingredients you'll find dining out. Bolsa's new chef, Joel Harrington, came back to Dallas in January after two years at the Red Rooster