Living at Museum Tower, opportunities abound to
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captivating museums, relaxing at outdoor sporting events or enjoying any of the
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The Fall Season Is Upon Us
Gala season begins
As we say goodbye to
summer, we welcome the start of fall social season in Dallas. Events range from
luncheons to concerts to black-tie affairs, and they all raise much-needed
funds for philanthropic causes of all kinds. Mark your calendars for these top
events, which no social butterfly in Dallas would miss.
September 18
CrystalCharity Ball Best Dressed Fashion Show and Luncheon
Neiman Marcus Downtown This beloved luncheon marks the official beginning of fall social season in Dallas. Luncheon chair Mary Clare Finney and honorary chair Ruth Altshuler welcome guests to Neiman Marcus Downtown, where honorees — Katherine Coker, Janie Condon, Heather Esping, Margaret Hancock, Pat Harloe, Julie Hawes, Ashley Hunt, Francie Moody-Dahlberg, Patty Leyendecker and Christi Urschel — rock the 2016 Oscar de la Renta Resort Collection designed by Peter Copping. Sarah Perot is the 2015 Hall of Fame honoree.
Neiman Marcus Downtown This beloved luncheon marks the official beginning of fall social season in Dallas. Luncheon chair Mary Clare Finney and honorary chair Ruth Altshuler welcome guests to Neiman Marcus Downtown, where honorees — Katherine Coker, Janie Condon, Heather Esping, Margaret Hancock, Pat Harloe, Julie Hawes, Ashley Hunt, Francie Moody-Dahlberg, Patty Leyendecker and Christi Urschel — rock the 2016 Oscar de la Renta Resort Collection designed by Peter Copping. Sarah Perot is the 2015 Hall of Fame honoree.
September 25
TACA Custom Auction Gala
Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek This elegant black-tie gala honoring the culinary excellence of Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek executive chef Bruno Davaillon always is a night to remember. Chaired by Barbara and Don Daseke, the evening includes cocktails and a seated dinner, plus an exciting live auction filled with items such as travel packages, fine dining experiences and access to the Grammy Awards. Enjoy more drinking, dancing and live entertainment at the after-party. Funds raised support TACA's mission of championing artistic excellence in performing arts organizations.
September 26 Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek This elegant black-tie gala honoring the culinary excellence of Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek executive chef Bruno Davaillon always is a night to remember. Chaired by Barbara and Don Daseke, the evening includes cocktails and a seated dinner, plus an exciting live auction filled with items such as travel packages, fine dining experiences and access to the Grammy Awards. Enjoy more drinking, dancing and live entertainment at the after-party. Funds raised support TACA's mission of championing artistic excellence in performing arts organizations.
Dallas Symphony AT&T Gala
Winspear Opera House
For 2015, legendary violinist Pinchas Zukerman joins the Dallas Symphony Orchestra and music director Jaap van Zweden for this musical treat. Post dinner and concert, the Meyerson Symphony Center's bottom floor transforms into a lively after-party with decadent treats, handcrafted cocktails and impressive dance tunes spun by DJ Lucy Wrubel. Jennifer and Coley Clark and Katherine and Key Coker serve as this year's co-chairs, with help from Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar and his wife, Dara.
Live Performances and Entertainment
September 4 – 6
The Sinatra Century
Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Ol’ Blue Eyes was born 100 years ago, and today the Dallas Symphony Orchestra celebrates the supreme showman Frank Sinatra in a night of his greatest hits – I’ve Got You Under My Skin, New York, New York, and The Lady is a Tramp. Jeff Tyzik conducts and Curtis Stigers performs the vocals. Selections include: I’ve Got You Under My Skin, New York, New York, The Lady is a Tramp, and much more!
September
4 – 13
Winspear
Opera House
The Texas Ballet Theater presents
Dracula.This spellbinding masterpiece brought to stage by
the legendary Ben Stevenson will transfix you from first to last bite. The New York Times
calls this work “a spectacle of a ballet that audiences seldom see today.”
Texas Ballet Theatre Artistic Director Ben Stevenson, O.B.E. says “I am glad to
have choreographed a ballet to die for and I hope that it will create a chill
after the hot summer months. Scream if you must.”
September
18 – 19
Winspear Opera House
Vibrant, radiant and genius barely begin to
describe a Tharp dance experience. A legendary dance artist, Twyla Tharp is one
of the most important dancer/ choreographers of our time. The program will
feature two new works to music by J.S Bach, John Zorn, and the jazz of Henry
Butler and Steve Burnstein. TITAS Presents with the
AT&T Performing Arts Center and four national powerhouse presenters have
partnered to commission Tharp’s new works celebrating five decades of
groundbreaking dance-making. And this rare world premiere by a seminal artist
is taking place here in Dallas. A bold TITAS season
led by the bold and remarkable Twyla Tharp: definitely a MUST-SEE!
September 23 – October 4
Winspear Opera House
Winner of 50 international awards, including four Tony Awards®, Matilda The Musical is the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Based on the beloved novel by Roald Dahl, Matilda continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages on Broadway and in London’s West End. The Wall Street Journal says, “The makers of MATILDA have done the impossible — triumphantly! It is smart, sweet, zany and stupendous fun.”
Resturants
September 25 -26
Klyde Warren Park
For
two days this fall, Klyde Warren Park will be the host of the hottest culinary event
in the city. Park & Palate, the park’s inaugural celebration of wine and
food, will showcase the region’s most popular chefs as well as wineries,
breweries, and spirits from around the world, all against the backdrop of the
distinctive Dallas skyline. Featuring a Grand Tasting, evening concert and
tasting event, and exclusive VIP area, Park 7 Palate will highlight the cutting
edge Dallas restaurant scene along with tastemakers throughout the region. All
proceeds will go directly back to Klyde Warren Park, supporting its daily
operations and free year-round programming.
Family Fun
September 4-7
Dallas Arboretum
If you’re looking for some
family fun on Labor Day Weekend, visit the Dallas Arboretum. All weekend
long there will be fun activities at a discounted admissions price ($5).
Meet the Arboretum’s beekeeper on Saturday while exploring honeybee
hives. Kids will be able to participate in a tooling technique workshop
on Sunday. And enjoy live music and a petting zoo on Monday.
September 25 – October
18
State Fair of Texas
Fair Park
The State Fair of Texas is back, celebrating 129 years, and is bringing all your favorites, plus a few new additions too! At 24 consecutive days, it is the longest-running fair in the nation, as well as one of the largest. This year’s exposition is themed “Passport to Texas.” Complete schedule and ticket information is online.
State Fair of Texas
Fair Park
The State Fair of Texas is back, celebrating 129 years, and is bringing all your favorites, plus a few new additions too! At 24 consecutive days, it is the longest-running fair in the nation, as well as one of the largest. This year’s exposition is themed “Passport to Texas.” Complete schedule and ticket information is online.
Major Sporting Events
September 13
AT&T Stadium,
Arlington
The Cowboys kick off their
regular season at AT&T Stadium during Sunday Night Football on September 13
at 7:30 p.m. The team will be taking on the New York Giants.
Complete scheduled and ticket information online.
September 11-20, 28-30
Globe Life Park in
Arlington
The Texas Rangers are
getting ready for October playoffs with 10 home games in a row this month at
Globe Life Park! This
month, the Texas Rangers take on the Oakland Athletics, Houston Astros, Seattle
Mariners and Detroit Tigers on home turf. Complete schedule and ticket information
available online.
