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MAY 13
MAY 26
Granada Theater
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Junior Brown
AT&T Stadium (Arlington)
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the kitschy country kicker in the cowboy hat sporting an odd collection of guitairs brings an old school vibe to his unique shows. In a stripped down stage band that featured his wife, Tanya Rae (catch her version of “I Wouldn’t Buy a Used Car From Him”) with songs such as “Highway Patrol” and “My Wife Thinks Your Dead.”
released in 1987 and featuring “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For” and “Where the Streets Have No Name,” The Joshua Tree Tour topped the charts, selling in excess of 25 million albums worldwide while catapulting the group to superstar status. The Joshua Tree Tour has the band returning to the stadium stage celebrating the 30th anniversary of one of the greatest recordings in rock.
MAY 13
MAY 14
MAY 18-19 & 20
MAY 19-20
Stonebriar Community Church (Frisco)
Texas Discovery Gardens (Fair Park)
Hyen’as Comedy Nighclub (Dallas, Plano)
Bishop Arts Theatre Center
Assistant Conductor Ruth Reinhardt makes her debut with a diverse program including Beethoven’s beloved Egmont Overature and Brahms’ charming Academic Festival Overture.
Honor the special, maternal figures in life with a Mother’s Day concert featuring music, spoken stories as well as a butterfly release.
Beyond his infamous appearance as the “hemi guy” in Dodge commercials, the stand up artist has been on “Last Comic Standing” and TBS’ “Pit Stop Comedy.”
A host of troops and diplomats turn the world upside down as they comically collide bungling international diplomacy in this stage production.
DSO on the GO
Spring Song, Dallas Women’s Chorus Jon Reep
MAY 14 MAY 13
Damien Escobar House of BLues
He was in the duo Nuttin’ But Stringz with brother Tourie, then took his mash-up of classical, hip-hop, pop and jazz into a solo career.
La Santa Cecilia
MAY 19-21 MAY 19
Kessler Theater
Paula Poundstone
The Grammy-winning, modern-day creative hybrid of Latin culture, rock and world music draws inspiration from all over the globe.
Majestic Theatre
From PBS’ “Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me,’ the Emmy Award-winning comedian, author and humorist brings her unique brand of funny to town.
MAY 16 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2, 2018
Gabriel Dawe: Piexus no. 34 Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Words cannot do justice to the transformative power of the Texas-based artist’s sculptural marvels, which he weaves from thousands of thin strands. MAY 13
Joe Ely: Texas Tunes Series MCL Grand Theater (Lewisville)
The Grammy winner was named 2016 State Musician of Texas and is an esteemed member of the Texas Heritage Songwriters Association Hall of Fame. MAY 13
Raul Malo Kessler Theate
The vocalist in The Mavericks plays solo gigs now and then. He co-wrote most of their hits, plus songs for other artists including Rick Trevino. *Editor’s Choice Selection 54
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The Dallas Arboretum Food & Wine Festival Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
Miguel Bosé Music Hall at Fair Park
The Panamanian-born actor comes from a legendary family, and made his mark as a performer with over two-dozen albums.
MAY 16-21
MAY 19
Winspear Opera House
Arlington Music Hall
Antlanta Rhythm Section
The Tony Award-winning musical is a wildly theatrical re-invention with dazzling songs such as “Children Will LIsten” & “No One Is Alone.”
With memorable hits such as “Doraville,” “Imaginary Lover” and “So Into You,” the band helped define the early days of Southern Rock.
MAY 16 - JUNE 8
MAY 19
Inherit the Wind, Dallas Theater Center Kalita Humphries Theater
Inspired by the infamous Scopes Monkey Trial, this contemporary production of the classic drama is as timely today as it was at the 1955 Dallas world premiere.
Taste Addison Addison Circle Park
This annual event features sampling opportunities, as the name implies, with guest chefs and a healthy slice of music and fun. MAY 19-21
MAY 19
The first time springtime event will feature delicious bites from award-winning chefs, plus fine wines, craft beers, and a special concert.
Into the Woods
The World Turned Upside Down
Bellamy Brothers Billy Bob’s Texas (Fort Worth)
Their bouncy hit, “Let Your Love Grow,” was a sunny, feel-good anthem in the 1970s and established the musical duo.
Alice in Wonderland, Texas Ballet Theater, FWSO Bass Performance Hall
It’s the company’s 55th anniversary season highlighted by Sir. Ben Stevenson’s sophisticated peformane of the classic story set to dance. MAY 19-21
Wildflower! Arts and Music Festival Galatyn Park (Richardson)
Get in on this annual arts and eclectic music event which features multiple stages loaded with big name performers. MAY 19-21
Main Street Fest Grapevine
Tap into three days of fun, and experience new and returning favorites at this event, with a special emphasis on craft brew tastings.