DALLAS ARTS MONTH 2026

    THIS WEEK IN DALLAS: April 27 - April 30, 2026

    THIS WEEK IN DALLAS: April 20 - April 26, 2026

    • Free Kids Flamenco Dance Class | continues Mondays and Wednesdays through April 29, 2026*
    • Wellness Series - Rhythm in Community: A Step Workshop
    • Dallas Chamber Symphony presents Debussy + Strauss: Metamorphosen
    • Broadway Drag Spectacular ft Kinky Boots
    • 56th Annual USA Film Festival 
    • PNC Patio Sessions - There I Ruined It
    • Dallas International Film Festival
    • Kinky Boots
    • 2026 D'Jam Jazz Stroll
    • Tiny Gallery Trail – Opening Art Exhibit with Art Bike Parade
    • Poetics for Peace: Celebrating Humanity Through Global Music, Dance and Poetry
    • Il Volo

    THIS WEEK IN DALLAS: April 13 - April 19, 2026

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    • ​Ragtime | ​continues through April 19, 2026*
    • ​Paint NTX |  continues through April 24, 2026*
    • Bull in a China Shop | continues through April 18, 2026*
    • Free Kids Flamenco Dance Class | continues Mondays and Wednesdays through April 29, 2026*
    • Madam Queen | continues through April 19, 2026*
      • ​*for descriptions and links, see April 1 - 5, 2026 events
    • Wellness Series - Yoga Flow & Stretch
    • Dance Through the Gallery
    • Neil deGrasse Tyson An Astrophysicist Goes to the Movies – Part III
    • Landscape Painting Now: Art Prize Talk with John McAllister
    • PNC Patio Sessions - BRUHNICE
    • The Murder of Roger Ackroyd adapted from the Agatha Christie novel by Blake Hackler
    • The 48 Hour Laugh-A-Thon
    • Rising Excellence
    • Video Art Night
    • Francisco Moreno: Historia Sintética
    • til Midnight at the Nasher
    • SPARK! After Dark
    • Cocina Flamenca LIVE 2026
    • Command Performance + Gala
    • Chicano Art Group Exhibition and Lowrider Cars Exhibition 
    • Baby Day 2026
    • Adult Workshop: Exploring Church’s Icebergs at the DMA
    • Dance Planet 29
    • 10S Jr VASE
    • Festival of Joy
    • Pegasus Media Project Art Market
    • The Penumbra: A New Musical (Staged Reading)
    • Community Classes
    • Secret Painting Society
    • LeAnn Rimes: 30 Years of Blue
    • Let's Talk: Advocacy Town Hall
    • Innasection Artist Showcase
    • Lights, Camera…Trumpet: Music of the Movies
    • The Creative Muscle
    • The Ferrell Directive (Live At Revelers Hall)​

    THIS WEEK IN DALLAS: April 6 - April 12, 2026

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    THIS WEEK IN DALLAS: April 1 - April 5, 2026

    Ragtime | March 31, 2026 - April 19, 2026 | Dee & Charles Wyly Theatre
    • In 1902 New York, anything is possible! Ragtime bursts to life with a soaring, Tony Award-winning score that tells the intertwined stories of three families from different walks of life, all chasing the American Dream. Based on E.L. Doctorow’s acclaimed novel, Ragtime is a thrilling, powerful portrait of hope and perseverance in a time of tumultuous change. This beloved, epic musical theater classic creates a powerful portrait of America’s past—and a stirring reminder of its future. This production is directed and choreographed by Joel Ferrell, in partnership with SMU Meadows School of the Arts and the Sexton Institute for Musical Theater. 
    • Event Link: Dallas Theater Center - Ragtime Tickets
    Samara Joy | April 1, 2026, 7:30 p.m. | Winspear Opera House
    • At 25, jazz vocalist Samara Joy has become one of the genre’s brightest stars, blending classic jazz tradition with a fresh, soulful sound. With five Grammys, she’s known for her warm, velvety voice and masterful interpretations of jazz standards, drawing inspiration from legends like Sarah Vaughan and Betty Carter.
    • Event Link: attpac.org/event/samara-joy-2026
    Paint NTX | April 1 - April 24, 2026 | Bath House Cultural Center
    • Paint NTX is an exhibition that highlights the work of thirty-two painters from throughout the North Texas region, plus two guest artists from other regions of Texas. Together, these artists reflect the richness and range of contemporary painting practices, offering a compelling snapshot of how this time-honored medium continues to evolve through distinct voices and individual visions.
    • Event Link: https://bathhouse.dallasculture.org/paint-ntx/
    Arts and Letters Live Presents Bret Anthony Johnston | April 1, 2026, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. | Dallas Museum of Art
    • In conversation with Lori Feathers from Interabang Books, Bret Anthony Johnston and Colm Tóibín will share their expansive knowledge and expertise on the art of short fiction.
       
      In Johnston’s Encounters with Unexpected Animals, teenagers search for love, parents yearn to connect with their children, and animals are reminders of the mystery and the beauty of being alive. Johnston’s humor, empathy, and mastery of prose shine in each story. Johnston is the bestselling author of We Burn Daylight, Remember Me Like This, and the award-winning Corpus Christi: Stories. He is currently the Director of the Michener Center for Writers at the University of Texas at Austin.

      Tóibín’s new collection The News from Dublin examines the complexities of family dynamics, the haunting pull of the past, and the quiet revelations that define our lives. In these stories, he summons an extraordinary intensity of emotion in brief tales, crafting characters that are rendered with unforgettable empathy and insight. “One of the world’s best living literary writers” (The Boston Globe), Tóibín is the author of 11 novels, including Long Island and Brooklyn, as well as three story collections.
    • Event Link: https://dma.org/programs/event/arts-letters-live-bret-anthony-johnston-colm-toibin
     Bull in a China Shop | April 1 - April 18, 2026 | Kalita Humphreys Theater
    • 1901, New England: Mary Woolley and her life partner Jeannette Marks are busy turning a women’s college upside down. Armed with radical ideas about education, politics, and who gets to lead, they push towards revolution and dare to build a life together while doing it. What begins as a thrilling act of rebellion becomes a high-stakes balancing act between love, power, and legacy. Fast, funny, and unapologetically queer, Bull in a China Shop is about changing the world, loving loudly, and refusing to play nice.
    • Event Link: https://www.secondthoughttheatre.com/bullinachinashop
     Free Kids Flamenco Dance Class - All Ages Welcome | April 1 - April 29, 2026, Every Monday (5 p.m.) and Wednesday (6 p.m.) in April | La Cantera Arts Conservatory 
    • Welcome to our All Ages Flamenco for Kids and Adults event! This class is FREE in APRIL. Come join us at La Cantera Arts Conservatory for an exciting opportunity to learn the art of Flamenco dance. Whether you're a kid or an adult, this class is perfect for all ages. Flamenco is a passionate and energetic dance form that will have you moving to the rhythm in no time. Don't miss out on this chance to experience the beauty of Flamenco with our talented instructors. See you there!

      Wear sturdy HARD SOLED shoes with thick heels (boots or booties OK), yoga pants, t-shirt & dark colors. Please NO tennis shoes. Bring a bottle of water. You must register on Eventbrite to attend - so please RSVP!
    • Event Link: Flamenco Fever EventBrite Registration Page
    PNC Patio Sessions - EJ Mathews Band | April 2, 2026, 5:30 p.m. | Sammons Park
    • Texas native EJ Mathews, 2017 Living Blues Magazine’s Breakout Artist, was schooled in blues by his grandfather. With 3 albums and 11 singles, his Backwoods Funk style blends blues, country, and sometimes rap. Influenced by Lightnin’ Hopkins and Howlin’ Wolf, EJ's voice mirrors Wolf's.
    • Event Link: https://attpac.org/event/patio-sessions-ej-mathews​
    Bridging Arts to Leadership | April 2, 2026, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. | The Stack, Deep Ellum
    • BCA's Bridging Arts & Leadership, presented by Texas Instruments, connects business leaders with 50+ arts nonprofits at a speed-dating board match event. April 2 at The Stack, Deep Ellum. Here's how you can have a seat in North Texas arts and culture.
    First Friday Sonidos: Bostick & Fussible | April 3, 2026, 7 - 10:30 p.m. | Arts Mission Oak Cliff
    • This spring, Arts Mission Oak Cliff presents three unforgettable nights of live music. On the first Friday of April, May, and June, we welcome a featured artist whose sound captures the bold, evolving landscape of contemporary Latin American music, from indie and alternative textures to genre-blending sonic journeys. Presented in partnership with Chasquis Music Group, this series transforms AMOC into an intimate gathering space where music lovers, neighbors, and curious listeners come together to experience the artists shaping Latin American music today.
    Common Language | April 3, 2026, 8:00 p.m. - April 4, 2026, 8:00 p.m. | The Kalita Humphreys Theater
    • Pegasus Contemporary Ballet partners with The Writer’s Garret to bring the celebrated poetry program, the Common Language Project, into the world of dance. This bold commission ignites the idea of attaining one vision through individual creativity. Experience an evening that uplifts local talent, sparks creative dialogue, and shows how dance can become a common language for us all.
    Creative Liberation through Four Elements | April 3 - 24, 2026, every Friday in April from 2-4 p.m. | Creative Arts Center
    • Creative Liberation through Four Elements is an immersive 4-part workshop series that bridges ancient elemental wisdom with modern creative liberation. This isn't just about making art—it's about understanding yourself as a creative force of nature and learning to channel the elemental energies that already exist within you. Each session focuses on one element, exploring how Earth, Water, Fire, and Air show up in your creative process, your life patterns, and your path to authentic expression. You'll discover how to work with these natural energies rather than against them, creating from a place of alignment and power.
    • Event Link: Creative Liberation through Four Elements 
    Madam Queen | April 3, 2026 - April 19, 2026 | South Dallas Cultural Center
    • Soul Rep Theatre Company is proud to present MADAM QUEEN, a fully staged world-premiere production of the final work by the late, beloved Dallas playwright diannetucker. This historical drama—developed with support from a TACA New Works grant—marks the culmination of a year-long creative journey and honors the enduring legacy of a visionary artist whose influence helped shape Soul Rep from its earliest days.
      Inspired by the life of Hannah Elias, widely regarded as one of the wealthiest Black women of her era, Madam Queen brings to the stage a powerful portrait of ambition, resilience, and survival in turn-of-the-century New York. Through a bold and richly layered narrative, the play explores race, power, identity, and the cost of claiming space in a world determined to deny it.
      Presented as a fully staged production, Madam Queen reflects diannetucker’s expansive storytelling style—blending history, spectacle, and emotional depth. The production stands as both a celebration of Black women’s leadership and an artistic tribute to a playwright whose voice continues to resonate.
    • Event Link: https://www.soulrep.org/​
    Big Barre with Complexions Contemporary Ballet | April 4, 2026, 10:30 a.m. | Sammons Park
    • An outdoor ballet class for everyone led by a member of Complexions Contemporary Ballet. Dancers of all levels are invited to experience this fun, welcoming class! This free class is open to the public. Comfortable clothing, socks, and sneakers are recommended.
    • Event Link: https://attpac.org/event/titas-big-barre​
    Complexions Contemporary Ballet | April 4, 2026, 7:30 p.m. | Winspear Opera House
    • Complexions, with their electrifying style and talented dancers, are drawing new audiences to dance. Bold, passionate, and fresh, Complexions is what contemporary ballet looks like now & where it’s headed. Music ranging from Bowie to Lenny Kravitz, Bach and Beethoven, & Prince.
    • Event Link: https://attpac.org/event/complexions-contemporary-ballet-26​
    Nopality Magazine's Behind the Leaves Dallas Edition: nyckolle & Rosy | April 4, 2026 | Artstillery
    • Behind the Leaves is an original video series by Nopality Magazine that spotlights artists in their most raw and genuine form. Through intimate live performances, creative demonstrations, and in-depth interviews, we peel back the layers to reveal the real stories, struggles, and inspirations that drive each artist. This edition would highlight nyckolle (@ellokcyn) and Rosy L (@rosylmusic) with stripped-down performances & interviews. 
    • Event Link: https://www.nopalitymag.com/​
     The Wild Detectives & Deep Vellum 12th Anniversary Party | April 4 - 5, 2026 | The Wild Detectives
    ​Lucy Darling | April 5, 2026 | Winspear Opera House
    • Lucy is bringing her signature charm and mischief from screen to stage. Simply Darling is the perfect chance to take a break from reality and indulge in the mischief, sarcasm, and wonder that we all deserve.
    • Event Link: https://attpac.org/event/lucy-darling​
    Dallas Museum of Art Collections Highlights Tour | April 5, 2026 | Dallas Museum of Art
    • Explore the DMA's four floors of art with a DMA docent and visit some of the highlights of the Museum's global collection. Whether you are an art history buff or this is your first visit, we can't wait to talk about art with you! Tours meet at the Guest Services Desk near the Museum's Main Entrance and are limited to 20 participants. All ages are welcome. To request accessibility accommodations such as ASL interpretation, gallery stools, or wheelchairs, please send an email to [email protected].
    • Event Link: https://dma.org/programs/event/collection-highlights-tour-2​
    Dallas Museum of Art FREE First Sundays | April 5, 2026 | Dallas Museum of Art
    • Guests who visit the Museum on the first Sunday of each month will have the opportunity to experience select special exhibitions at NO COST, in addition to dynamic on-site programs and over 5,000 years of stunning works in our collection! Generous support is provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program. DMA FREE First Sundays also includes Open Studio from noon to 4:00 p.m. and a docent-led Collection Highlights Tour from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. No ticket reservations are required for Free First Sundays: Access for All.
    • Event Link: https://dma.org/programs/event/dma-free-first-sundays-access-all​
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