The weather looks warm and pretty nice for Memorial Day Weekend. And you can bet there's a ton of stuff to do in North Texas. KRLD's John Liddle takes us Around Town.
Alice in Wonderland - Texas Ballet Theatre
This family-friendly ballet showcases charming characters and a fantastical journey narrated by Alice herself.
Where: Bass Hall in Fort Worth
When: May 26 - 28
Cost: $20 and up
More info: https://texasballettheater.org/performance/alice-in-wonderland/
Billy Bob’s: 38 SPECIAL (Fri) / RECKLESS KELLY (Sat)
Where: Billy Bob’s, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Ft Worth
When: Friday at 10 p.m.; Saturday at 10 p.m.
Cost: $20 - $65
More info: https://billybobstexas.com/events
Camp Sweeney’s Play for the Day 5K & Festival
The biggest annual fundraiser for Camp Sweeney is on Memorial Day, May 29. The 11th Annual Camp Sweeney’s Play for the Day 5K & Festival is at Lake Highlands North Park from 8 a.m. to Noon. Festivities include a live band and dancing, Memorial Day celebrations, and Kid Zone ride and games.
Where: Lake Highlands North Park, 9344 Church Rd, Dallas
When: Monday, May 29 from 8 a.m. - Noon
Cost: $30 and up
More info: https://campsweeney.org/5k/
Carry the Load
March with your families and friends to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. The Dallas Memorial March is the flagship event of Carry the Load. It’s a two-day embodiment of the values and mission of Carry the Load to celebrate our heroes, embrace the fallen, and educate communities on how to respectfully observe Memorial Day.
There are also Carry the Load “Memorial May” walks in Fort Worth at the Fort Worth Police & Firefighters Memorial at 10:45 on Saturday morning, and in Allen at Allen Veteran's Memorial at 6 p.m. Saturday.
When: May 28-29
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.carrytheload.org/dallas-memorial-march/
Charles Schwab Challenge
It’s the 77th Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth. For generations, families have been cheering on their favorite players along the rope-line and creating unforgettable family memories. There are dedicated autograph areas for kids along with other kid zone amenities. This year’s field includes Tony Finau, Tommy Fleetwood, Rickie Fowler, Viktor Hovland, Zach Johnson, Scottie Scheffler and Jordan Spieth.
Where: Colonial Country Club, Fort Worth
When: May 25-28
Cost: $50 and up (Kids 15 and under free with paid adult)
More info: https://www.charlesschwabchallenge.com/
Concerts in the Garden from the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
On Friday: Windborne's The Music of Queen. Bridging the gulf between rock n’ roll and classical music, The Music of Queen, a program he scored to extend the listening experience of Queen's exceptional tunes. Heightened by rock concert lighting, the symphonic rock hybrid has met with riotous approval at both ends of the hall. Performed by the FWSO and amplified with a full rock band and vocals, conductor/arranger Brent Havens will capture Queen's distinct sound while presenting some familiar and lots of new musical colors.
On Saturday: Patriotic Pops. Pack a picnic, gather the whole family, and join our all-American Memorial Day celebration at Concerts in the Garden” Hear your favorite patriotic songs and marches in our exhilarating, first-ever, Memorial Day celebration, which offers a brand new “drone” fireworks display in the area. A celebration not to be missed!
On Sunday: The Music of Harry Potter. All aboard the Hogwarts Express for a one-way trip to the magical, musical world of Harry Potter. Listen as the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra conjures your favorite tunes from the films, like "Hedwig's Theme," Nimbus 2000." Wizards and witches are welcome to wear their robes!
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden, Fort Worth
When: May 26, May 27 and May 28 at 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $28 and up
More info: https://fwsymphony.org/concerts-tickets/upcoming-concerts
DMA: "Movement: The Legacy of Kineticism"
Exploring the power of kineticism in art and featuring 80 works drawn from the Museum’s permanent collection, Movement: The Legacy of Kineticism showcases the work of artists from three historical eras that utilize optical effects or mechanical or manipulable parts to engage the viewer physically or perceptually. Meanwhile, an interactive work that welcomes and draws you into the exhibition...Soares’s Vagalume…invites viewers to pull chains, turning lightbulbs on or off. The title of this work means Firefly.
Where: Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., Dallas
When: Daily through July 16
Cost: Free
More info: https://movement.dma.org/movement/p/1
DSO: Liszt & Ligeti
Jamie Martin takes us on a tour of Hungarian music from the original rockstar, Franz Liszt, to the modern avant-garde genius of György Ligeti, whose 100th anniversary of his birth we celebrate in 2023.
Ligeti’s scores usually project a sensual appeal to which audiences overwhelmingly respond, even though its vocabulary is not that of most other music. Concert Românesc highlights the composer’s interest in the folk music he encountered as a child and later studied in great detail.
George Li, an ultra-virtuosic pianist, takes center stage in the Liszt with blazing octaves, intricate ornamental figurations, and arpeggios running up and down the entire keyboard. The Washington Post said LI “combines staggering technical prowess, a sense of command and depth of expression.”
Then, Bartok allows each section of the orchestra to shine in his most popular orchestral work.
Where: Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas
When: May 26-28
Cost: $35 and up
More Info: https://www.dallassymphony.org/productions/liszt-ligeti/
Dallas Arboretum: Great Contributors Collection
Back by popular demand is renowned sculptor Gary Lee Price, who returns with a new collection of Great Contributors realistic bronze statues displayed alongside the flowers, hundreds of Japanese cherry trees and thousands of azaleas. Joining the resident sculpture of William Shakespeare are eight additional statues: Amelia Earhart, Harriet Tubman, Joan of Arc, Mother Teresa, Ruby Bridges, Albert Einstein, Benjamin Franklin and Mark Twain.
Where: The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Dallas
When: Daily through August 6
Cost: Free with Garden Admission
Deep Ellum Community Arts Fair
Since its founding 150 years ago, Deep Ellum has been the home for generations of art and culture that has flowed through their streets. The Deep Ellum Community Arts Fair seeks to highlight the wide variety of artists, performers, and entertainers in the district. Deep Ellum Community Arts Fair is a weekend filled with curated exhibits, concerts, and food showcasing the genuine talent and businesses inside of the community.
Where: Deep Ellum Dallas
When: May 27-29
Cost: Free
More info: https://www.deepellumfair.com/
Disney Animation: Immersive Experience
Immersive Disney Animation is an innovative celebration that takes you inside the greatest films of Walt Disney Animation Studios, from their very earliest, groundbreaking features to the beloved hit movies of today.
Imagine stepping into the Casita with Mirabel from Encanto, being at Pride Rock as Rafiki presents Simba – surrounded by the animal kingdom as the sun rises. Imagine hopping on a train with Judy Hopps and going into Zootopia or taking a magic carpet ride with Aladdin and Jasmine, and so much more….
Now you can! Step into the art and legacy of Walt Disney Animation Studios and celebrate the music, artistry and animation from the creators of Frozen, The Little Mermaid, Big Hero 6 and many more.
Where: Lighthouse ArtSpace Dallas, 507 S Harwood St, Dallas
When: April 20 - September 4
Cost: $28 and up
More info: https://lighthouseimmersive.com/disney/dallas/
FWBG: ZimSculpt
The Fort Worth Botanic Garden is excited to announce its first-ever Zimbabwean sculpture exhibit, ZimSculpt, which runs April through July 2023 throughout the Garden. ZimSculpt features more than 100 exquisite sculptures by several dozen contemporary Zimbabwean artists. Known as Shona sculpture, these contemporary pieces are carved from various types of serpentine and semi-precious stone, often weighing tons, and can be as large as seven feet tall.
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden, Fort Worth
When: Daily through July 30
Cost: $6 for kids, $10 for seniors, $12 for adults
More info: https://fwbg.org/events/zimsculpt/
His Story: The Musical
The musical His Story debuts at Grandscape on May 5. The show tells the story of Jesus Christ in a modern broadway-style show. His Story is playing at the Broadway Tent at Grandscape (5752 Grandscape Blvd, The Colony), a state-of-the-art 1300-seat theater tent featuring plush seating, 360 degree overhead projection mapping, and full A/C and heating.
Where: Grandscape Broadway Tent, The Colony
When: May 5 - September 10
Cost: $35 and up
More Info: https://hisstorythemusical.com/
KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship
Major Champions, Hall of Famers, Ryder Cuppers, and nearly a dozen past champions of the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship are all set to tee it up at Fields Ranch East at PGA Frisco – the new Home of the PGA of America in Frisco, Texas. Defending Champion Steven Alker leads the way in the impressive field. Steve Stricker, Stephen Ames, Bernard Langer, John Daly and so many more greats will also be a part of the action.
Where: Omni PGA Frisco Resort, 4341 PGA Pkwy, Frisco
When: May 25-28
Cost: $30 and up
More Info: https://www.srpgachampionship.com/
Magic Mike Live: The Tour
This first-class experience features some of the world’s sexiest, most talented guys performing heart-racing dance routines in front of, above and all around you. Equal parts empowering and exhilarating, the 90-minute show is punctuated by unexpected, temperature-raising acts from a thrilling range of acrobatic and musical talent.
Where: Stonebriar Centre, 2601 Preston Rd, Frisco
When: May 24-28, May 31-June 4, June 7-June 11
Cost: $49 and up
More Info: https://www.mmltour.com/tour-dates-tickets/#/
Making A Scene - Music Exhibit in Denton
Take a musical journey through Denton’s legendary music scene in the new exhibit, Making a Scene, at the Courthouse-on-the-Square Museum. On view through August 26, 2023, this exhibit features photographs, posters, and other items representing beloved artists, venues, and festivals over the decades that have played a vital role in putting Denton on the map, because when you think of Denton, you think music!
Where: Denton County Courthouse-on-the Square Museum, 110 West Hickory Street, Denton
When: 10-4 Monday-Friday and 11-3 Saturdays through August 26, 2023
Cost: Free
No Sex Please, We're British
A young bride who lives above a bank with her husband, who is the assistant manager, innocently sends a mail order off for some Scandinavian glassware. What comes is Scandinavian pornography. What is to be done with the veritable floods of pornography, photographs, books, films, and eventually girls that threaten to engulf this happy couple. The matter is considerably complicated by the man's mother, his boss, a visiting bank inspector, a police superintendent, and a muddled friend who does everything wrong in his reluctant efforts to set everything right, all of which works up to a hilarious ending of closed or slamming doors.
Where: Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W Arapaho Rd # 113, Richardson
When: May 26-28, June 1-4, June 8-11
Cost: $18 and up
More Info: https://www.richardsontheatrecentre.net/
Pilobolus in the Garden
PILOBOLUS IN THE GARDEN is a very special TITAS-commissioned site-specific project created for, and in, the stunning Nasher Sculpture Garden. First created as our city was just beginning to gather again after the lockdown, this magical work involves the famed PILOBOLUS dancers performing with Booker T. Washington HSPVA’s amazing student dancers moving throughout the entire the Nasher garden landscape. The dancers, and audience, move quietly through the sculpture garden in an incredible outdoor experience.
Where: Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St, Dallas
When: May 25-26 at 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $40
More Info: https://www.attpac.org/on-sale/2023/pilobolus/
Scarborough Renaissance Festival
Scarborough Renaissance Festival is a full day of interactive fun for everyone, 16th Century Style. Visitors will enjoy full combat armored jousting, Birds of Prey exhibitions, the Mermaid Lagoon, Knighting ceremonies, a 75+ member performing company, and 20+ stages of interactive and unique entertainment. They can discover exquisite one-of-a-kind treasures at the hundreds of Scarborough shoppes and be amazed by authentic artisan demonstrations. There are also Renaissance rides, games of skill, and so much more.
There’s a VIP Wine Tasting or Beer Tasting Packages for $144 as well.
Where: 2511 FM 66, Waxahachie
When: Saturdays and Sundays through May 29 (10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Cost: $14 for kids, $32 for adults (and up)
More Info: https://www.srfestival.com/
Texas Frightmare Weekend
Texas Frightmare Weekend is one of the largest horror conventions in the nation. As part of the convention, James Jude Courtney, best known for the iconic role of Michael Myers, aka “The Shape” in the critically acclaimed, box office hit, HALLOWEEN, HALLOWEEN KILLS and the final film the in the trilogy, HALLOWEEN ENDS will be there signing autographs.
Where: Irving Convention Center, 500 W Las Colinas Blvd., Irving
When: May 26-28
Cost: $30 and up
More Info: https://texasfrightmareweekend.com/
To Kill a Mockingbird
All rise for Academy Award® winner Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterwork. The New York Times Critic’s Pick TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD is “the most successful American play in Broadway history.” (60 Minutes).
With direction by Tony Award® winner Bartlett Sher, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD has quickly become “one of the greatest plays in history” (NPR). Emmy Award® winning actor Richard Thomas will play the role of “Atticus Finch” in the National Tour.
Where: Music Hall at Fair Park, Dallas
When: May 23-28
Cost: $30 and up
More Info: https://broadwaydallas.org/shows/to-kill-a-mockingbird/
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