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Things to Do in Dallas Tonight: Jan 19
Somewhere in this city, a bunch of millionaires who are much taller/stronger/more athletic than you desperately need your help.
I’m talking about the Dallas Mavericks, who are set to battle with Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers tonight at the AAC. Now, you might remember that just a few weeks ago, the Mavs were breezing past some of the toughest teams in the league. But in the fortnight or so since, they’ve had to play through injuries to two of their best players, lost nine of their last 11 games, and fallen well behind the rival Spurs in the race for the Southwest Division. A loss tonight would up their losing streak to seven games, which would be the club’s longest since 1999. So show up, be loud, and cheer them on.
Those of you who like your evenings a little less chaotic might want to head to the Winspear to catch Young Frankenstein before it wraps up its run in Dallas. If you can’t make it tonight, you’ll have a few more chances (the last show is Sunday night), but a mid-week show usually means you’ll beat some of the weekend crowd.
There’s even more to be done on this chilly Wednesday. You can find it all here.
Things to Do in Dallas This Weekend: Jan. 14-16
Friday’s finally here, and we have little time to waste on pleasantries. Why? Because there’s too much to be done this weekend. So let’s get to it, shall we?
Dwaine Caraway, Arthur, and Archie
I know Mayor Pro Tem Dwaine Caraway made his statement yesterday, admitted he lied to the DMN about why cops were called to his house, and said, “That’s the end of all of this with me. That’s my statement. There’s not going to be anything else. No more questions, no more nothing.” But I have a question. How do you diagram the following sentence, which came from his statement?
“Those of you in this audience that are married, those of you that are listening that are married, if you’ve not always wanted eggs and bacon and some of you may have wanted something else, but you didn’t get it and that’s just what marriage is all about.”
That’s the way marriage go?
Things to Do in Dallas This Weekend: Jan. 7-9
The weekend is fast approaching, which means you really ought to be out doing things. But how can you do things if you don’t know which things need doing? Luckily, I already thought of that, and I typed up this handy list of things to do just for you. Make the jump to see what’s happening.
Things to Do in Dallas Tonight: January 4, 2011
Fans of Mel Brooks’ musical adaptation of The Producers have long had their tickets for tonight’s opening of Young Frankenstein at the Winspear Opera House. You should join them. Here’s hoping you’ll see anything on stage as marvelous as this scene from the film:
Me? I won’t really get excited until we can someday enjoy Spaceballs on a Broadway stage.
Other things to do in Dallas here.
Things to Do in Dallas This Weekend: Dec. 24-26
We’re assuming many of our FrontBurnervians have got this weekend pretty well planned out, but for those few of you in need of a time-killer or two, we’ve done our best to track down all the family-friendly activities happening over the Christmas holiday.
Things to Do in Dallas Tonight: Dec. 22
Question: What says “Christmas” more than experimental sci-fi performed by a psychedelic rock band?
Answer: Many, many things. Like, almost everything. But! If you’ve struggled to find reason to get into the holiday spirit this year, it’s time to start doing something (anything) to raise your general sense of yuletide cheer.
So if the regular slate of Christmas fare doesn’t float your boat, you ought to skip off to the Texas Theatre tonight, where they’ll be screening the Flaming Lips’ 2008 film, Christmas on Mars. The movie stars every member of the band, and it was written and directed by Lips frontman Wayne Coyne, who likes to spend at least part of every concert he plays crowd-surfing while encased in a giant plastic ball. That should tell you everything you need to know when making your decision about whether or not to attend.
Things to Do in Dallas Tonight: Dec. 20
OK, time to check our annual Christmas preparations list:
1) Watched A Charlie Brown Christmas? Check.
2) Watched the original animated How the Grinch Stole Christmas? Check.
3) Seen the classic Rankin/Bass Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer? Check.
4) It’s a Wonderful Life? No doubt, though it may be worth seeing again on the big screen Thursday.
5) The Dallas Theater Center’s production of A Christmas Carol? No? Well, what are we waiting for? Let’s get to the Kalita Humphreys Theater for the show tonight. Hurry, before all the seats are sold.
Things to Do in Dallas Tonight: Dec 16
The Balcony Club is having a special shindig tonight that will include a performance by Glennda Hill & The Balcony Club All-Stars and a buffet of Almost Famous BBQ from 6 to 9 pm. What’s the occasion? The little club above Lakewood Theater is turning 21, which means it’s finally of legal drinking age. Being an inanimate object and all, the Balcony Club can’t do any drinking for itself, so you’ll have to do most of the heavy lifting there. I suspect that won’t be a problem.
If you’re feeling inspired by Ms. Hill’s silky vocals (and/or a bit of liquid courage) afterward, hop downstairs to the Lakewood for a bit of late-night karaoke in the Arcade Bar.
Things to Do in Dallas Tonight: Dec. 7 (Day of Infamy Edition)
You remember, not so long ago, when the Dr. Seuss masterpiece How the Grinch Stole Christmas came to TV but once a year? Now it’s on, it seems, daily between Halloween and New Year’s. As a result, we’ve lost something as a country, haven’t we?
What kind of future are we leaving to our children, asking them to grow up in a nation where hearing “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” is no longer a rare treat?
Thankfully, you can make the experience special all over again. The stage-musical version of the greatest-secular-Christmas-story-ever-told comes to the Winspear Opera House tonight. It runs through Sunday, but don’t wait too long. You’ve still got to fit in your Congressionally-mandated annual viewing of It’s a Wonderful Life too.
Is your heart two sizes too small for all this holiday cheer? Fine. Here are other things to do in Dallas.
Things to Do in Dallas Tonight: Oct. 6
Before we get into what to do after you’ve stopped typing for the day, I want to give you a heads-up about next Friday morning’s bike ride to City Hall. All riders are welcome—even those of us with big-ass Pee-wee Herman-style cruisers—and several meet-up groups have formed for cyclists who want to ride in a pack to the starting point (Union Station).
Moving on. Vampire Weekend is in town tonight. If you want my opinion—and if you’re still reading at this point it’s possible you do—these kids produce some seriously fun, feel-good music that should help get you through the rest of the week. Witness “Oxford Comma” and “A Punk.”
However, let’s just say you’re feeling blue. You’ve accepted it, and you don’t expect anything—not even puppies or a free bag of Skittles—to pull you up from the pit of despair. Then you, friend, should check out two Edward Albee plays, The American Dream and The Sandbox, which open tonight at Bath House Cultural Center. Albee also brought us the incredible but soul-crushing Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? so be prepared for lingering melancholy. That said, I think it will be worth it to see these short works brought to life.
Check out these other things to do in Dallas, and have a great night.
Things to Do in Dallas Tonight: Oct. 4
Greetings, FrontBurner readers. Even though I discovered today that a local oldies station deems Madonna’s “Borderline” appropriate for its lineup, this is shaping up to be a lovely day. Here’s how you should spend it:
Food: Sullivan’s Steakhouse has created a special menu in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and has pledged to donate $5 from every meal sold to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. If you’re feeling indulgent, you could order the asparagus bisque, an 8-ounce fillet, horseradish mashed potatoes, and bananas foster. However, if you’re worried about the link between fat and meat consumption and a host of ailments, you might want to explore the healthier options available (grilled salmon, steamed broccoli, and berries, among other items).
Fun: Check out a free show chronicling the life and music of Etta James tonight at South Side by Lamar. Here’s a little ditty to get you in the mood. Be aware that you can’t buy tickets for this performance, so get there early if you want a seat.
Fitness: Go for a walk, folks. It doesn’t get much lovelier than this.
Looking for something else? Browse these other great things to do in Dallas, and have a great night.
Things to Do in Dallas This Weekend: Oct. 1-3
Let me just say this first: if you’re the type who likes to raise hell before, during, and after a football match, look here, and be sure to download our iPhone app so you can plan where to get into fights on the go.
This afternoon, Manolo Blahnik’s going to be at Neiman Marcus from 1 to 3 p.m. If you buy shoes or a copy of his new book, he’ll reward you with his signature. Isn’t that nice of him?
Tonight, ladies, gather your gaggle for opening night of Cinderella. Meanwhile, the menfolk will be drinking beer, belching, and scratching themselves in inappropriate places at the Ballpark in Arlington. Go Rangers. Or, you could go meet the artists who created those murals in the tunnels leading to Deep Ellum.
What to Do in Dallas Tonight: Sept. 14
Tuesday already? My, how the time flies. First off, today I entreat you to weigh in on our 10 Most Beautiful Women in Dallas and Texture of Dallas contests. Why? Because you’ll be supporting the democratic process. Also, 13 contestants remain in the running, and 13 is an unlucky number.
Tonight, grab a fork and your thinking cap for the Dallas Philosophers Forum at Chic From Barcelona. Participants will debate the role of philosophy in modern society. UNT professor Adam Briggle will tell you that in an age when it’s not unheard of to break up via text message or reveal to your husband that you’re pregnant via iPhone, philosophy is more important than ever. Actually, the discussion will focus more on policy, but I thought I’d take this opportunity to remind you that the world’s going to hell in a handbasket.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, we have the Blue Man Group, which begins its Dallas tour tonight at the Winspear Opera House. Bonus points to readers who blue themselves before the show. Heck, bonus points to readers who catch that reference.
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What to Do in Dallas Tonight: Sept. 13
If you’re like certain family members who shall remain nameless, last night’s football game left a decidedly acrid taste in your mouth. And sadly, if you were hoping to cleanse your palate at York Street’s Taste of the NFL event, you’re out of luck. The restaurant has had to postpone its dinner at the last moment, but it plans to reschedule in November. I’ll keep you posted.
Those who aren’t so much into the football (cough, cough) can probably withstand a little drama tonight. I recommend you take in Three Hotels at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. I must warn you, though: if you’re looking for feel-good theater, this piece about work-related marital tensions and other hardships that befall two former Peace Corps members probably isn’t for you. If you’re up for a challenge, however, don’t miss it.
Sound a little heavy for a Monday night? Then you and your delicate psyche should get out of work a little early and check out Into the Night, a whimsical exhibit depicting the nightstands of celebrities. On your way home, pick up a couple of Happy Meals and a juice box (or a box of wine, which when you think about it actually sort of is a juice box) and maybe a couple of video games. Have fun.
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