It's the first weekend of November and there's a lot to do Around Town, with KRLD's John Liddle.
Better Than Ezra at House of Blues
The Better Than Ezra: Legends of the Fall 2022 Tour comes to Dallas on Saturday night.
Where: House of Blues Dallas, 2200 N. Lamar St., Dallas
When: Saturday, November 5 at 7:00 p.m.
Cost: $29 and up
More info: https://www.houseofblues.com/dallas
Billy Bob’s: REO SPEEDWAGON (Fri) / JOE NICHOLS (Saturday)
Where: Billy Bob’s, 2520 Rodeo Plaza, Ft Worth
When: Friday at 10 p.m., Saturday at 10 p.m.
Cost: $20 - $85
More info: https://billybobstexas.com/events
Cabaret from Theatre Denton
Cliff Bradshaw, an American author, working on a novel in Berlin, encounters Sally Bowles at the seedy Kit Kat Klub, where she sings. When she is fired by the club’s owner, also her jealous boyfriend, she moves in with Cliff, and the two fall in love. As the Nazis begin taking control of the German government, the atmosphere of the Kit Kat Klub and the lives of Cliff and Sally begin to change dramatically.
Where: Campus Theatre, 214 W. Hickory St., Denton, TX 76201
When: November 4-6
Cost: $15-$25
More info: https://theatredenton.com/event/cabaret/2022-10-28/
Chefs for Farmers: The Main Event
Taking place at Old City Park , turn up the heat on your taste buds as you sample delectable bites, showcasing the very best tastes from The Lone Star State. They’ve curated a collection of the most talented chefs from our own backyard and other favorite, culinary destinations across the country, pairing them with an array of local, family farms from the 214 to concoct unforgettable dishes to show you why supporting local is what it’s all about. Loosen up your belts folks – each ticket is all-inclusive of unlimited food, drinks, live entertainment and more.
Where: Old City Park, 1515 S. Harwood St., Dallas
When: Sunday, November 6; VIP from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.; GA 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Cost: $135
More info: https://chefsforfarmers.com/events/main-event/
Chris Rock
After taking the “Punch Heard Around the World,” Chris Rock brings his "Ego Death World Tour” to Irving.
Where: Toyota Music Factory, 300 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving
When: November 3 and November 4 at 8:00 p.m.
Cost: Varies
More info: https://www.thepaviliontmf.com/events/
Cutting Edge Haunted House
Cutting Edge has been voted one of the Best Haunted Houses in America and Winner of Guinness World Record for the World's Longest Walk through Horror House. Located in a 100-year-old abandoned meat packing plant in a section of Fort Worth historically dubbed as "Hell's Half Acre," the Cutting Edge Haunted House is built upon a foundation of fear. The meat packing equipment from the Old West is still in use, but now it is a two-story human processing area. Make sure to grab your ticket ahead of time.
Where: 1701 E. Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth
When: Select dates through November 5
Cost: $45 and up
More info: https://www.cuttingedgehauntedhouse.com/
D.L. Hughley's Funnier than a Mutha
D.L. Hughley's is joined by Cocoa Brown, Tony Baker, Donnell Rawlings and Rickey Smiley for his Funnier than a Mutha performance.
Where: Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Performance Pl., Grand Prairie
When: Saturday, November 5 at 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $39 and up
DSO: Fabio Luisi & Lise de la Salle
Leading into the DSO’s Women in Classical Music Symposium, they explore the work of three female composers who dared to make a difference in the world of classical music. The lesser-known, but no less deserving, Julia Perry and the great Clara Schumann and Louise Farrenc were highly educated and internationally trained musicians. These talented women helped pave the way for female artists, like their soloist Lise de la Salle.
Where: Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas
When: November 4-6
Cost: $20 and up
More info: https://www.dallassymphony.org/productions/lise-de-la-salle-plays-schumann/
DSO: Women in Classical Music Symposium
Presented by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, the Women in Classical Music Symposium will feature talks and panel discussions on topics relevant to women in the classical music industry.
The Symposium will include networking events, performances and opportunities for peer engagement on the unique experiences of women in classical music.
Where: Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas
When: November 6-9
Cost: $50 (students) / $150
More info: https://www.womeninclassicalmusic.com/
Demi Lovato
Demi Lovato comes to town, with special guest Dead Sara and Royal & The Serpent.
Where: Toyota Music Factory, 300 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving
When: Sunday, November 6 at 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $47 and up
More info: https://www.demilovato.com/
Día de los Muertos Celebración
The 8th Annual Celebración del Día de los Muertos hosted by Hughes Family Tribute Center is happening Friday and Sunday. Experience an authentic celebration of Day of the Dead with mariachi music, Mayan dance performances, local artists, folklorico dancers, face painting, children's games, and art projects.
Where: Crown Hill Memorial Park, 9700 Webb Chapel Rd., Dallas
When: November 2
Cost: Free
More info: https://dayofthedeaddallas.com/
Dinosaurs Live
Visitors to Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary in McKinney will be able to let their imagination run wild as they travel back in time along a half-mile nature trail with eleven life-size animatronic dinosaurs. During the 17th Annual Dinosaurs Live! Life-Size Animatronic Dinosaurs exhibit, these animatronic dinosaurs will move and roar, providing an experience sure to captivate visitors. This exhibit will also offer interesting facts about both herbivorous and carnivorous dinosaurs.
Children and the young at heart will also have the opportunity to play on stationary baby dinosaurs, a photo-op Tyrannosaurus rex and a photo op Pachyrhinosaurus. This year’s exhibit will also feature an outdoor hadrosaur fossil dig to inspire future paleontologists.
Where: Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Pl., McKinney
When: Daily September 3 through February 20, 2023
Cost: $12
More info: https://www.heardmuseum.org/event/dinosaurs-life-size-animatronic-open-for-season/
Festival at the Switchyard
The City of Carrollton’s FREE annual Festival at the Switchyard will return to Historic Downtown Saturday, November 5 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. with something for music lovers, fried food fans, shopaholics, and kiddos of every age to enjoy. This year’s free concert includes: Soul Asylum, Hoobastank, Lit, Marcy Playground, Emerald City Band and more.
Where: Downtown Carrollton
When: Saturday, November 5 from 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Cost: Free
FIFA Trophy World Tour
The FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour brings football’s most coveted prize to North Texas as part of the final leg of the 51-country global tour, and just weeks before it will be awarded to the FIFA World Cup 2022 champions. This is only one of four stops where the original FIFA World Cup Trophy will meet fans in the U.S. and Canada.
Where: Lighthouse ArtSpace, 507 S Harwood Street, Dallas
When: November 6, November 7
Cost: Free
More info: https://us.coca-cola.com/trophytour
Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes
Nicolas Reyes has been the leader and co-founder of the Gipsy Kings for well over 30 years. In the past three decades, they have dominated the World Music charts and sold more than 14 million albums worldwide. Their platinum compilation, The Best of the Gipsy Kings, was charting for over a year upon its release and their ninth studio album, Savor Flamenco, was awarded the Grammy for Best World Music Album in 2013.
Where: Annette Strauss Square, 2389 Flora St., Dallas
When: Sunday, November 6 at 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $52 and up
More info: https://www.attpac.org/on-sale/2022/gipsy-kings-featuring-nicolas-reyes/
Greek Food Festival of Dallas
The Greek Food Festival of Dallas is hosted by Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, supporting outreach, ministries, and youth programs. There’s great food, including Gyros, Souvlaki, Greek Salads and more. There’s spirited traditional music and dance, cooking demonstrations, and so much more!
Where: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 13555 Hillcrest Rd, Dallas
When: Friday, November 4 - Sunday, November 6
Cost: $10
More info: https://www.greekfestivalofdallas.com/
Hansel and Gretel from the Dallas Opera
Hansel and Gretel head into the forest in search of food—but they almost end up as tasty treats themselves when they start nibbling on the deliciously edible house of a very nasty witch!
Where: Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora St., Dallas
When: November 2, November 5
Cost: $25 and up
More info: https://dallasopera.org/performance/hansel-and-gretel/
Here You Come Again: How Dolly Saved My Live in 12 Easy Songs
A rollicking and touching new musical about a has-been-who-never-was comedian and his unusual relationship with his longtime idol, Dolly Parton. The show is a celebration of Dolly’s music and of the profound and funny things she has to say to us all about life, love and how to pull yourself up by your bootstraps during the toughest of times—even if your bootstraps don’t have rhinestones! This show is suitable for most audiences.
Where: Casa Mañana, 3101 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth
When: November 5-13 (no show on 11-7)
Cost: $49 and up
Immersive King Tut: Magic Journey to the Light
100 years ago the boy king’s tomb was discovered. Now, celebrate the anniversary by venturing into the Valley of the Kings at Immersive King Tut!
The ground-breaking Immersive King Tut experience takes you on a mythical journey through the Egyptian afterlife! As Pharaoh, Tutankhamun is the sun of his nation. In this immersive experience, you will follow him on his journey through the underworld. Will he triumph and bring his people eternal light and prosperity?
Where: Lighthouse Dallas, 507 S. Harwood St., Dallas
When: Daily through November 13 (could last longer)
Cost: $25 and up
More info: https://immersive-kingtut.com/Dallas/
Japanese Fall Festival at Fort Worth Botanic Garden
The festival includes cultural demonstrations, performances, unique shopping opportunities, and traditional foods. On both days, two Taiko drumming groups perform at 10 AM, 12 PM, and 4:30 PM in the Horseshoe Garden. Master Swordsman, G.K. Sugai will perform in the Shelter House daily at 1:00 pm. There will also be demonstrations from traditional dancers from the Fort Worth Japanese Society and karate experts. Authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony demonstration will be hosted in Oak Hall during the Fall Japanese Festival (an additional fee applies). Enjoy displays of miniature worlds of bonsai trees from the Fort Worth Bonsai Society, and demonstrations in Origami, Calligraphy, and Japanese Games throughout the Japanese Garden.
Where: Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth
When: November 5-6
Cost: $6-$12
More info: https://fwbg.org/japanesefestival/
Lewis Black: Off The Rails
One of America's biggest comedic names is on his way to the Majestic in Dallas. Lewis Black - the King of Rant - plays the Majestic on Friday night.
Where: Majestic Theatre, 1925 Elm St., Dallas
When: Friday, November 4 at 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $39 and up
More info: https://www.lewisblack.com/
“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
The Light Park
The Most EXCITING and ELECTRIFYING Light Show South of the North Pole, The Light Park is a dazzling, mile-long, drive-thru spectacular (located at Hurricane Harbor in Arlington). Priced per vehicle, rather than per person, the more is truly merrier for visitors who want to travel through the longest light tunnel in the world, rock out to the coolest tunes, and celebrate the holiday season with the most Instagram Reel-worthy shots.
Where: Hurricane Harbor Arlington, 1800 E Lamar Blvd, Arlington
When: November 4 - January 1
Cost: $29 and up
More info: https://www.thelightpark.com/arlington
Mainstay Farm Park
Head to Cleburne for the family fun of Mainstay Farm Park. It’s open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through November 5 for their Fall Festival. There are more than 30 attractions, all included with admission. It includes the Texas Big Wheel, the Texas Tubin’ Hill Slide, the Dipsy Doodle Coaster, a huge jumping pillow, mazes…and so much more!
Where: 1004 W. Bethesda Rd, Cleburne
When: Fridays (5p-9p), Saturdays (10a-9p), Sundays (11a-6p) through November 5
Cost: $25-$30 for day pass (cheaper online)
More info: https://www.mainstayfarm.com/
My Fair Lady
It’s been called “the most perfect musical of all time”, Lerner & Loewe’s MY FAIR LADY comes to Dallas. Director Bartlett Sher’s glowing production is “thrilling, glorious and better than it ever was” (New York Times). Boasting such classic songs as “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “The Rain in Spain,” “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly” and “On the Street Where You Live,” MY FAIR LADY tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.” But who is really being transformed?
Where: Music Hall at Fair Park, 909 1st Ave., Dallas
When: November 2-13
Cost: $30 and up
More info: https://broadwaydallas.org/shows/my-fair-lady/
Q BBQ Fest
The Q BBQ Fest is coming to Texas! Join them at the Miller Lite®House at AT&T Stadium on November 4-6, 2022. Don’t miss this chance to grab an ice-cold brew and sample pure smoked bliss from award-winning pitmasters from across the country. They’ll be smoking over 30,000 pounds of meat! There are pitmaster demonstrations, incredible live music, and (of course) barbeque!
Where: AT&T Stadium, Arlington
When: November 4-6
Cost: $15 and up
More info: https://www.qbbqdallas.com/
Same Time, Next Year
One of the most popular romantic comedies of the century, Same Time, Next Year ran four years on Broadway, winning a Tony® Award for lead actress Ellen Burstyn, who later recreated her role in the successful motion picture. It remains one of the world’s most widely produced plays. The plot follows a love affair between two people, Doris and George, married to others, who rendezvous once a year. Twenty-five years of manners and morals are hilariously and touchingly played out by the lovers.
Where: Frisco Discovery Center, 8004 Dallas Pkwy.,Frisco
When: November 4-6, November 11-13, November 18-20
Cost: $15 and up
More info: https://www.theatrefrisco.com/
Spamilton: An American Parody
Gerard Alessandrini, the comic mastermind behind the long-running hit Forbidden Broadway, has created a new musical parody, SPAMILTON! It's the fictitious story of a very famous writer/director/star trying to save Broadway from mediocrity and oblivion. Along the way, this sharp and lovable genius not only takes aim at Broadway's current mega-hit, but manages to make hysterical mince meat out of many classic and new Broadway shows. Countless film and stage stars drop by to add to the fun and mayhem, making SPAMILTON a multi generational delight for everyone!
Where: Coppell Arts Center, 505 Travis St., Coppell
When: November 4 and 5
Cost: $40 and up
More Info: https://www.coppellartscenter.org/events/detail/spamilton-an-american-parody
WTA Finals in Fort Worth
Dickies Arena is the site of the WTA Finals (Women’s Tennis Association), bringing the eight best singles players and doubles teams from the 2022 WTA season to Fort Worth for the season-ending championship.
Where: Dickies Arena, Fort Worth
When: November 1-7
Cost: $20 and up
More Info: https://dickiesarena.com/event/2022-10-31-11-7-wta-finals/
Words: A TCC Small Ensemble Showcase
Michael Brown. Trayvon Martin. Oscar Grant. Eric Garner. Kenneth Chamberlain. Amadou Diallo. John Crawford.
These African-American men – each killed by police or by authority figures – are the subject of a powerful multi-movement choral work by Atlanta-based composer Joel Thompson titled Seven Last Words of the Unarmed. In this powerful concert, the Turtle Creek Chorale small ensembles will present the regional premiere of this work along with other pieces that explore the power of words.
Where: First Presbyterian Church of Dallas
When: Sunday, November 6 at 6:00 p.m.
Cost: Free (pay as you can)
More Info: https://turtlecreekchorale.com/season/
Young Frankenstein
From the creators of the Broadway sensation “The Producers” comes the monstrously fun musical, Young Frankenstein. When the grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein, Frederick Frankenstein, inherits his family’s estate, his mad scientist genes come to fruition! With the help of his assistant, Igor, he brings a monster to life and hilarity ensues. With memorable tunes like "The Transylvania Mania," "Don’t Touch Me" and "Puttin' on the Ritz," Young Frankenstein is an electrifyingly good time.
Where: Theatre Three, 2800 Routh St., Dallas
When: November 4-6, November 10-13
Cost: $40 and up
More Info: https://www.theatre3dallas.com/shows-tickets/
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