After a long week, you deserve to find something great to do. And whether you're searching for a family activity or something just for adults, KRLD's John Liddle has ideas Around Town.
All-Mozart Concert
Widely regarded as one of the leading interpreters of Mozart, Canadian conductor Bernard Labadie leads an All-Mozart program, starting with the final coronation dance (Chaconne) from the composer’s breakthrough opera Idomeneo.
Italian pianist and winner of the Eighth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, Benedetto Lupo performs Mozart’s intimate A Major Piano Concerto, engaging the listener with a sunny disposition of poignancy and serenity.
Mozart’s monumental “Jupiter” symphony – aptly named for the king of the gods – is his largest and is at once exuberant and introspective, charming and complicated.
Where: Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., Dallas
When: March 24-26 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $40 and up
More info: https://www.dallassymphony.org/productions/all-mozart-concert/
Barber of Seville
Count Almaviva wants to wed the lovely Rosina, and she’s smitten with him, too. But her much-too-old guardian plans to marry her himself! Time to call for Figaro! Figaro! Figaro! He’s opera’s ultimate Mr. Fix It—but can he save the day? Find out in this comedic sparkler that’s filled with famous tunes!
Where: Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora St., Dallas
When: March 23, 7:30 p.m.; March 25, 7:30 p.m.; March 27, 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $15 and up
More info: https://dallasopera.org/performance/the-barber-of-seville-2/
BIG BUGS Exhibit at Fort Worth Botanic Garden
David Rogers’ Big Bugs comes to Fort Worth for the first time. It’s an exhibit of insect sculptures on a gigantic scale. Insects outnumber us one million to one. Many live in communal groups working as one for the common good of all. Their ranks include engineers, soldiers, weightlifters, weavers, hunters, stalkers, gatherers, and even royalty. The sculptures are created using various combinations of whole trees, cut green saplings, dry branches and other forest materials. Audiences will marvel or stand bug-eyed before the larger-than-life insect sculptures and gain an appreciation for these invaluable members of the animal kingdom.
Where: 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth
When: March 11 - June 11
Cost: Free with garden admission
More info: https://fwbg.org/brit-news/bigbugs/
Big Texas Beer Fest
The Big Texas Beer Fest at the Fair Park Automobile Building is Dallas’ original beer festival. The 2022 event is the 10th annual. They will be featuring 100+ breweries and 500+ beers, ciders, hard seltzers, hard kombucha, meads, and more. BTBF is well-known as the festival to go to for exclusive and rare beers, one-offs, and special beers you can’t find on store shelves.
Where: Fair Park, Dallas
When: Saturday, March 26 from 2 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Cost: $42 (VIP $75)
More info: https://www.bigtexasbeerfest.com/
Billy Bob’s: Granger Smith (Friday), William Clark Green (Saturday),
Where: Billy Bob’s, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Ft Worth
When: Friday at 10 p.m. & Saturday at 10 p.m.
Cost: $20-$40
More info: https://billybobstexas.com/events
Butterflies in the Garden at Fort Worth Botanic Garden
“Celebrate the Change” in the Fort Worth Botanic Garden and marvel at a multitude of butterflies during Butterflies in the Garden, the largest exhibit of live, exotic butterflies in north-central Texas.
Behold nature’s wondrous transformation and marvel at brilliantly colored living jewels fluttering about in the Rainforest Conservatory. Butterflies in the Garden kicks off on February 25 and runs through April 10. The six-week exhibit will be open daily, including Sundays, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All tickets are timed entries. Tickets are available at the door (beginning February 25) or purchase in advance online.
Where: 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth
When: Daily through April 10
Cost: $8 - $12
More info: https://brit.org/calendar-events/signature-events/butterflies-in-the-garden/
CARNE y ARENA (Virtually present, Physically invisible)
Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s Academy Award®-winning virtual reality experience CARNE y ARENA (Virtually present, Physically invisible) explores the human condition of immigrants and refugees.
The immersive VR experience recounts the harrowing journey of Central American and Mexican refugees. CARNE y ARENA is presented for the first time in Texas, the state that shares the longest border with Mexico—over 1200 miles—and a crossing point for many refugees. The installation opens in Fair Park after numerous sold-out runs in the U.S. and abroad.
CARNE y ARENA is a solo virtual reality experience designed for one visitor at a time to circulate while limiting interactions and respecting distances safely and comfortably. It will be open to the public Tuesday - Sunday, 11 am to 9 pm CST.
The experience is a twenty-minute solo journey centered around a multi-narrative virtual reality sequence based on true accounts of Central American and Mexican refugees. Lines between subject and bystander are blurred and bound together through state-of-the-art immersive technology as visitors walk in a vast, sand-filled space and witness a fragment of a refugee’s journey.
Tickets are required in advance and are available online only.
Where: Fair Park - Food and Fiber Pavilion, 1121 1st Ave., Dallas
When: Daily through April 17 (closed on Mondays)
Cost: $35 - $55
More info: https://www.nashersculpturecenter.org/art/exhibitions/exhibition/id/1847?carne-y-arena
Cattle Raisers Association Convention & Expo
George W. Bush, 43rd President of the United States, is set to headline the 2022 Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo, taking place at the Fort Worth Convention Center in downtown Fort Worth on March 25-27, 2022. Hosted annually by Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association (TSCRA), the event is the largest cattle and ranching industry event in the Southwest, with more than 4,000 attendees expected. President Bush will be joined by legendary singer/songwriter/actor Red Steagall, who will sit down with him for a special conversation about his time in the White House, the challenges facing our nation in the 21st century, and his current work at the George W. Bush Presidential Center.
Where: Fort Worth Convention Center, 1201 Houston St., Fort Worth
When: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Cost: Varies
More info: https://cattleraisersconvention.com/
Circus Vazquez
It’s fun under the big top in Frisco. Enjoy a cast of incredible circus superstars, led by Memo Vazquez (the Ringmaster).
Where: Riders Field, 7300 Rough Riders Trl., Frisco
When: Daily through March 28; M-F at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday at 2, 5 and 8
Cost: $40
More info: https://circovazquez.com/
“The Continual Struggle”
The George W. Bush Presidential Center will host “The Continual Struggle: The American Freedom Movement and the Seeds of Social Change” by artist Brian Washington from Jan. 17 to March 27, 2022, in Freedom Hall at the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum. The exhibit is made possible by the generous support of our presenting sponsor, The Boeing Company.
“The Continual Struggle: The American Freedom Movement and the Seeds of Social Change,” a collection that was 13 years in the making, documents all phases of the civil rights movement, a pivotal time in America’s ongoing fight to eliminate segregation and other forms of race-based disenfranchisement. The 25-piece exhibit uses visual art as a way of educating, storytelling, powerfully recalling an era of protests against injustice and inequality.
Where: George W. Bush Presidential Center, 2943 SMU Blvd., Dallas
When: Through March 27
Cost: $26
More info: https://www.bushcenter.org/exhibits-and-events/exhibits/2022/the-continual-struggle.html
Dallas Blooms: "Birds in Paradise"
Named by Southern Living as one of “The Best Places to See Stunning Spring Blooms Across the South,” the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden presents Dallas Blooms, the largest annual floral festival in the Southwest.
With the theme “Birds in Paradise,” the spring festival showcases an explosion of color from 100 varieties of spring bulbs, 500,000 spring-blooming blossoms, thousands of azaleas and hundreds of Japanese cherry trees. Highlights include four larger-than-life peacock topiaries, 500,000 spring blooming bulbs and a variety of themed programming, including bird talks, bird flight shows, demonstrations and more.
Where: 8525 Garland Rd., Dallas
When: Daily through April 10
Cost: $12 - $20
More info: https://www.dallasarboretum.org/events-activities/dallas-blooms/
Flower Power Street Fair & Outdoor Market
The Shops at Legacy North, is welcoming the spring season with an inaugural Flower Power Street Fair & Outdoor Market from noon to 5 p.m. This free-to-attend, outdoor community event is open to attendees of all ages and will feature several springtime attractions, including more than 40 local vendors selling beautiful floral arrangements, handcrafted candles, boutique clothing items, whimsical jewelry, unique pottery pieces, and much more. The event will take place on the pedestrian-only Lone Star Drive, creating a block party atmosphere where attendees can stroll and shop with drinks in-hand. There will also be Instagram-worthy photo opportunities and live music for everyone to enjoy. Participating on-site restaurants will also be serving up food and beverage specials.
Where: The Shops at Legacy, 5741 Legacy Dr., Plano
When: Saturday, March 26 from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.visitplano.com/event/flower-power-street-fair-outdoor-market/
Forever Young
FOREVER YOUNG follows one unforgettable group of friends as they discover the greatest hits of all time! Set in a music-filled suburban basement, this unbelievable heartfelt true story is guaranteed to take you back to the first time you pushed play, tuned in, & set the needle down. Featuring songs by; Billy Joel, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Huey Lewis & The News, Styx, Queen, Michael Jackson, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Brooks & Dunn, The Black Crows, Bon Jovi, & many more, this multi-award-winning production is jam-packed with powerhouse vocals, dynamite choreography, & one sensational true story that is guaranteed to make you feel…FOREVER YOUNG.
Where: Downtown Cowtown at the Isis, 2401 N. Main St., Fort Worth
When: Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $58.50
More info: https://downtowncowtown.com/forever-young/
Gallery Night in Fort Worth
Twice a year, the Fort Worth Art Dealers Association (FWADA) invites you to take in the visual arts and the community’s unique cultural richness during Gallery Night in Fort Worth. Most participants are open from noon to 9 p.m.. Take a stroll through participating galleries, museums, retail businesses, and area restaurants, and enjoy the many artists featured during this community event.
Where: Many locations across Fort Worth
When: Saturday from Noon - 9 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://fwada.com/gallerynight/
Harlem Globetrotters in Dallas
The Harlem Globetrotters bring their Spread Game tour to Dallas this week. They teamed up with award-winning experts from Broadway and renowned comedians to create an experience like no other. Top it off with the Globetrotters’ signature ankle breaking moves and rim-rattling dunks, and your family is sure to have an unforgettable time.
Where: American Airlines Center, Dallas
When: Sunday, March 27 at Noon (Dickies Arena in Ft Worth on 4-3)
Cost: $25 and up
More info: https://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/World-Tour/Schedule/American-Airlines-Center
Immersive Frida Kahlo
Explore the world through the eyes of the legendary Frida Kahlo – a brilliant, uncompromising painter who created some of history’s most iconic artwork. As you stroll through the Lighthouse Immersive gallery, you will see the Mexico-born artist’s work come to life on a grand scale and discover the people, events, and obstacles that made her the extraordinary woman she was. The mesmerizing, large-scale projections, accompanied by a ravishing musical score, will sweep you up as you encounter Frida as never before.
Where: Lighthouse Dallas, 507 S. Harwood St., Dallas
When: Daily through April 17
Cost: $39 and up
More info: https://www.immersive-frida.com/dallas/
Jazz Age Sunday Social
Enjoy a party unlike any other – a true vintage-inspired event done right, featuring traditional jazz, dancing, antique automobiles, ‘best dressed’ contest, ice cream, food, photo booth, vendors, classic games such as croquet, horseshoes, badminton, and more. We encourage everyone to don their 1920s finery. Vintage costume is encouraged, but certainly not mandatory.
Where: Dallas Heritage Village, 1515 S. Harwood St., Dallas
When: Sunday, March 27 from Noon - 5 p.m.
Cost: $15
More info: https://www.jazzagesundaysocial.com/
JooYoung Choi: Songs of Resilience from the Tapestry of Faith
Culminating a multi-year series celebrating Texas-based contemporary Asian women artists, the Crow Museum of Asian Art of The University of Texas at Dallas will present JooYoung Choi: Songs of Resilience from the Tapestry of Faith. The display features the works of the Houston-based multidisciplinary artist whose paintings, videos, sculptures, animations, music and installations merge the autobiographical with the fantastical.
Where: Crow Museum, 2010 Flora St., Dallas
When: February 12 - September 4 (Tuesdays-Sundays from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.)
Cost: Free - suggested $12 donation
More info: https://crowcollection.org/
“Liberty & Laughter: The Lighter Side of the White House”
The George W. Bush Presidential Center's special exhibit glimpses behind-the-scenes into the lighter side of life in the White House. Entertaining first family anecdotes, interactive multimedia, and amusing artifacts unveil presidential pranks, inside jokes, and more. Revealing how humor has evolved from our Founding Fathers to the present day makes one thing readily apparent – laughter remains vital to a thriving democracy.
Where: George W. Bush Presidential Center, 2943 SMU Blvd., Dallas
When: Through December 31
Cost: $26
More info: https://www.bushcenter.org/exhibits-and-events/exhibits/2020/liberty-and-laughter.html
Movies in the Park
Lay out a blanket, pack a picnic, chill the rosé, and join us for these classic films on the Samuell-Grand lawn! Screenings will take place at 8:15 PM each night, gates open at 7:30 PM and seating is on a first come, first served basis. You're welcome to bring a blanket or lawn chair, they also have sand chairs available for rent. Those 21 and up can enjoy wine or beer at the park. Liquor is not allowed. This week’s selections are: The Wiz (March 25) and 10 Things I Hate About You (March 26). Next week, catch Citizen Kane (April 1), and The Karate Kid (April 2).
Where: Samuell-Grand Amphitheater, 1500 Tenison Pkwy., Dallas
When: March 25, 26, April 1, 2, April 8, 9, April 15, 16.
Cost: $15
More info: https://www.shakespearedallas.org/get-your-tickets/movies
The Oddities and Curiosities Expo
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo showcases hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses from all over the country with all things weird. You'll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. They truly have something weird for everyone at their shows.
Where: Centennial Hall, 1001 Washington St., Dallas
When: Saturday, March 26
Cost: $10
More info: https://odditiesandcuriositiesexpo.com/
Over Forty, The Musical
OVER FORTY is a rousing musical chronicling four very different women who are hellishly fighting their entry into middle-ageism. These exhilarating women both celebrate and mourn getting older with witty dialogue and soul stirring music. These wise and sexy sistahs, in unison, take the audience on an adventurous journey where both men and women will never dread the “Big 4-0” again. Age Recommendation: For Mature Audiences Only.
Where: Jubilee Theatre, 506 Main St., Fort Worth
When: March 25-27, April 1-3, April 8-10, April 15-17, April 22-24
Cost: $29
More info: https://www.jubileetheatre.org/s/Over-Forty/50
Sandy Rodriguez in Isolation - at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Explore the healing power of art through Sandy Rodriguez in Isolation, featuring 30 new works on paper created by the Los Angeles–based painter during her recent Joshua Tree Highlands Artist Residency in Southern California. Impacted by the rapid news cycle of rising COVID-19 fatalities and nationwide demonstrations against police brutality, Rodriguez turned to the surrounding desert as a guide for her response. She collected botanical specimens native to the region with medicinal and utilitarian applications, which she studied, painted, then processed as handmade paints to create possibilities for healing past and present trauma through the recovery of Indigenous knowledge systems. The exhibition features landscapes, protest scenes, maps, and botanical studies, all created using her hand-processed inks and watercolors.
Where: Amon Carter Museum, 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth
When: Daily through April 17
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.cartermuseum.org/
Sculpting Mid-Century Modern Life at the Nasher Sculpture Center
Italian-born, American artist Harry Bertoia (1915–1978) was one of the most prolific, innovative artists of the postwar period. He made one-of-a kind jewelry, designed iconic chairs, created thousands of unique sculptures including large-scale commissions for significant buildings, and advanced the use of sound as sculptural material. Harry Bertoia: Sculpting Mid-Century Modern Life is the first US museum retrospective of the artist’s career in almost 50 years and the first to examine the full scope of his broad, interdisciplinary practice. Drawn from public and private collections, the exhibition brings together over 100 works of art featuring important examples of his jewelry, metalsmithing, furniture design, monotypes, and the hundreds of singular, handmade sculptures including large-scale commissions and pioneering sounding sculptures.
Where: Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St., Dallas
When: January 29 - April 24
Cost: $10 adults (Discounts for Seniors/Educators/Students/Children/Military & First Responders)
More info: https://www.nashersculpturecenter.org/art/exhibitions/exhibition/id/665?harry-bertoia
Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood
Sherwood is an hilarious comedy and an extraordinary new take on the legend of Robin Hood! Ken Ludwig’s retelling of this beloved classic is a moving tale of a young man’s discovery that everyone has a responsibility to care for his fellow man. Packed with thrills, romance, laughs, and great characters like Little John, Friar Tuck, and Maid Marian, SHERWOOD tells the timeless story of a hero of the people who takes on the powers that be.
Where: Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving
When: March 24-26
Cost: $22 and up
More info: https://mainstageirving.com/sherwood/
Shrek the Musical
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her own rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand… and his name is Shrek. Based on the Oscar-winning, smash-hit DreamWorks Animation film, the Tony® Award-winning fairytale adventure Shrek the Musical brings all the beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage and proves there’s more to the story than meets the ears.
Where: Casa Mañana, 3101 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth
When: March 25-27, April 1-3
Cost: $19 and up
More info: http://www.casamanana.org/attraction/shrek-the-musical/
Something Rotten!
Two brothers set out to write the world’s first musical in this hilarious mash-up of sixteenth-century Shakespeare and twenty-first-century Broadway.
Where: Granville Arts Center, 300 N. 5th St., Garland
When: March 25-27
Cost: $20
More info: https://www.garlandcivic.org/
The Sound of Music
A country under attack. A family paralyzed by loss. And a woman who is afraid to love. Dallas Theater Center boldly reexamines one of the most exhilarating musical theater classics ever written. Winner of five Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, The Sound of Music was the final collaboration between Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. From its opening in 1959, it immediately became the world’s most beloved musical on both stage and film. The inspirational story follows a young postulate who is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of an imperious naval captain, bringing joy and music to the household. But as the forces of Nazism take hold of Austria, Maria and the entire von Trapp family must make a moral decision. Join us on this vibrant journey of love and faith, and once again let your heart thrill to The Sound of Music. Dallas Theater Center will require audience members ages 5 and up to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of their ticketed show date.
Where: Wyly Theatre, 2400 Flora St., Dallas
When: Daily through April 24 (no shows on Mondays)
Cost: $22.50 and up
More info: https://www.dallastheatercenter.org/show/the-sound-of-music/
Spirit Lodge: Mississippian Art from Spiro
Organized by the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in close consultation with the Caddo Nation and Wichita and Affiliated Tribes, this exhibition of nearly 200 ancient and contemporary works explores Mississippian ceremonial centers, the discovery of the Spiro site, cultural continuity, and the active power of Mississippian art.
Where: Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N. Harwood St., Dallas
When: March 13 - August 7
Cost: Free
More info: https://dma.org/art/exhibitions/spirit-lodge-mississippian-art-spiro
Texas Forever Fest
Celebrate the food, art and people of our great state at Texas Forever Fest. This will be a party as big as Texas, in Haggard Park on Saturday, March 26 from 11 am to 6 pm. Admission is free and open to all ages. Enjoy live music, live Western entertainment, Texas-favorite food and drink, Texas-themed vendors, a Plano Rotary barbeque cook-off and more! Musical performances by Roger Creager, Hayden Haddock, The Tejas Brothers, Walt Wilkins, George Dunham with Pat Green, and Texas Flood. Take part in free entertainment and activities with the H-E-B Rock Wall, mechanical bull rides and calf roping, Kids’ Wild West Corral, Texas Heritage Area, Dallas Sports Mascots Rowdy and Captain, free wagon rides, and gunfight performances. Plus, browse Texas artists, vendors and food!
Where: Haggard Park, 901 E. 15th St., Plano
When: March 26 from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info: https://texasforeverfest.com/
Thin Line Film and Music Fest in Denton
Thin Line is a one-of-a-kind festival. Thin Line Film is the longest running documentary film festival in Texas. Thin Line Music is the soundtrack of the festival. It's the perfect mix of styles from national and regional acts on small and intimate stages. They’ve combined the best of modern media to create an engaging, multi-layered experience that appeals to all. Best of all? It’s free!
Where: Movie Tavern Denton, 916 W. University Dr., Denton
When: March 23 - 27
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.thinline.us/
Towers of Tomorrow at the Perot Museum
Featuring 20 iconic skyscrapers from across the globe, Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO® Bricks makes its Texas debut Sept. 24 at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. The LEGO sculptures – from the world’s tallest building to the Empire State Building – were constructed over 2,000 hours with more than half a million LEGO® bricks by Ryan McNaught, one of only 21 LEGO certified professionals in the world. All ages can get creative as they build upon a growing LEGO installation using thousands of the popular colored bricks.
Where: Perot Museum, 2201 N Field, Dallas
When: Now through April 24, 2022
Cost: $28 for adult (less for members, kids, seniors)
More info: https://www.perotmuseum.org/
World Premiere and Tchaikovsky's Fifth
Talk about a power couple — conductor Henrik Nánási directs the world premiere of music by his wife, Veronika Ágnes Fáncsik: “From hence your memory death cannot take" for clarinet, voice and orchestra sets three sonnets by Shakespeare. The program opens with Richard Strauss' Don Juan tone poem, which musically explores that legendary libertine, and Tchaikovsky's transformational Symphony No. 5, which begins in a space of severe resignation before finishing with rousing triumph.
Where: Bass Hall, 525 Commerce St., Fort Worth
When: March 25 at 7:30 p.m., March 26 at 7:30 p.m., March 27 at 2 p.m.
Cost: $25 and up
More info: https://fwsymphony.org/
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