Texas Ballet Theater Unveils 24-25 Season

Texas Ballet Theater Unveils 24-25 Season

Texas Ballet Theater Unveils Its 2024-2025 Season:

Revered Classics. Fresh Takes. Creative Innovations.

Texas Ballet Theater (TBT) is thrilled to announce its 2024-2025 season, promising a lineup that weaves together revered classics, fresh narratives, and creative innovations. This season is set to captivate audiences with its imaginative storytelling and breathtaking performances, showcasing the unparalleled talent and artistry of TBT’s dancers and choreographers.

Cinderella: September 13-15 & September 20-22, 2024
Kickstarting the season is Ben Stevenson’s enchanting production of Cinderella, a timeless tale of splendor and romance that transports audiences to a magical realm of fairy dust, glass slippers, and hilariously wicked stepsisters. This beloved story of love triumphant is choreographed to the mesmerizing score of Sergey Prokofiev, promising a performance of unparalleled beauty and grace at both Bass Performance Hall and Winspear Opera House.

The Nutcracker: November 29-December 8 & December 13-29, 2024
The holiday season will sparkle with the joy and wonder of Ben Stevenson’s spectacular production of The Nutcracker. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, this perennial favorite invites audiences into an enchanting vision of merriment and delight, making it an essential part of any holiday tradition. Performances will grace the stages of Bass Performance Hall and Winspear Opera House, presenting sponsor, Akin.

International Woman: February 21-23 & February 28-March 2, 2025
In a groundbreaking celebration of female creativity and choreography, TBT presents International Woman in February. This compelling evening is dedicated entirely to works by female choreographers, showcasing a diverse array of pieces that explore the nuances of human connection, emotion, and the joy of dance. Highlights include Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s Shibuya Blues, a riveting exploration of modern life and dance; Lamentation Variations, inspired by Martha Graham’s elegy in movement; Martha Graham’s whimsical Maple Leaf Rag; and Natalie Weir’s vibrant Jabula, a celebration of motion and dance through the music of Hans Zimmer’s The Power of One. Performances will be held at Bass Performance Hall and Wyly Theatre.

Giselle: May 2-4 & May 16-18, 2025
Closing the season is a world premiere of Giselle, where TBT’s Artistic Director, Tim O’Keefe, intricately builds upon the foundational choreography of Jean Coralli, Jules Perrot, and Marius Petipa to present his own brilliant interpretation of this iconic masterpiece. Set to the hauntingly beautiful composition of Adolphe Adam, this production tells the tragic tale of love, betrayal, and redemption. Experience this brilliant interpretation of an iconic masterpiece at Bass Performance Hall and Winspear Opera House.

Youth Art Month opens in new AMA Community Gallery

Youth Art Month opens in new AMA Community Gallery

A BELOVED TRADITION RETURNS

Youth Art Month 2024 will be the inaugural show for the AMA’s new Community Gallery

What better way to debut our new Community Gallery than with a show celebrating the next generation of artists in our community? For 34 years, the Arlington Museum of Art has partnered with the Arlington Independent School District to host the city’s Youth Art Month show. This year, from March 30-May 3, works by students from over 70 AISD schools plus Duncanville ISD’s Central Elementary Digital Media and Performing Arts Academy will be showcased in Youth Art Month 2024.

YOUTH ART MONTH IS MARCH 30 – MAY 3

“The annual Youth Art Month show is an important partnership between the AMA and AISD, and a tradition cherished in our community,” said Chris Hightower, AMA President and CEO. “We envision our new Community Gallery as a space that can accommodate and grow with it. Our new partnership with Duncanville ISD is just the beginning.”

ADMISSION TO YOUTH ART MONTH IS FREE

“We love working with the children and their teachers,” said Vititia Williams, AMA Director of Education, “and Youth Art Month is such a long-standing tradition in Arlington that now we’re seeing kids whose parents participated in it when they were in school! I think the Community Gallery as the new home for Youth Art Month is going to blow everyone away.”

“It’s such an exciting time for the arts in Arlington, Texas! Arlington ISD is in great anticipation of having the annual Youth Art Month show coincide with the AMA’s grand opening exhibits Pompeii: The Immortal City and One Point Five Degrees. We’ve been truly blessed by this important partnership with the AMA for the past 34 years, and having the opportunity to showcase our students’ artwork in the new gallery space will be life-changing and transformative.”

– Linh Nguyen, AISD Assistant Director of Fine Arts

LEARN MORE HERE

Want to know how you or your organization can nurture aspiring artists as a sponsor of Youth Art Month? Contact Chris Hightower at pr*******@ar*************.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">pr*******@ar*************.org

COMMUNITY GALLERY AT THE AMA

CELEBRATING DIVERSE TALENT, MAKING ART ACCESSIBLE TO ALL

From the onset, the AMA envisioned a space in our new building that is as much about community-building as visual arts. The Community Gallery speak to these values by providing a platform to showcase local talent and diverse perspectives. Additionally, to ensure accessibility for all, there will never be an admission charge for shows in the Community Gallery.

“In addition to Youth Art Month, we’ll leverage the Community Gallery throughout the year to host a variety of curated shows featuring art and artists from all walks of life,” said Chris Hightower. “It will allow us to highlight and celebrate the incredible diversity and artistic talent that makes our community and state so special.”

CREATE YOUR EVENT ON OUR CANVAS

Several spaces in our new building, including the Community Gallery, will be periodically available for private events starting April 1, 2024. Contact Lorie White, Rental Coordinator, at lo***@ar*************.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">lo***@ar*************.org for more information or visit our website for details.

LEARN MORE HERE

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW

SAVE $10 WHEN YOU SEE BOTH EXHIBITS

Buy tickets to see both exhibitions and you’ll save $10 off adult and senior admission! The AMA also offers discounts for groups of 10 or more. Visit our online box office for details.

BE AN AMA INSIDER

INTRODUCING: AMA KIDS CLUB

Your child can enjoy AMA membership benefits, too!

Membership in our new AMA Kids Club includes one free Youth (ages 13-17) or two free Child (ages 2-12) tickets for EVERY exhibition in our traditional and immersive galleries. Kids Club members also enjoy a 15% discount off our Summer Art Camp registration.

SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 2024

Save room for dessert! As our largest fundraiser of the year, Eat Your Art Out helps us present world-class art exhibitions and advance the visual arts. Proceeds from the event also provide Summer Art Camp scholarships for hundreds of at-risk and highly talented youth. In 2024 and for the first time, Eat Your Art Out will take place inside our new museum home in the Arlington Entertainment District. You don’t want to miss this epic culinary celebration of art and community!

Are you a professional confectionary artist? Showcase your talents at one of our biggest events of the year! Eat Your Art Out attracts art lovers from across North Texas to experience and taste the art created by some of the best bakers and chocolatiers in the state. Baker spaces are going fast, so ma**@ar*************.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">contact us now to sign up!

AMA ON THE MOVE

 

An early stage of Phase One construction, AMA volunteers gather for an early look

The Arlington Museum of Art is temporarily closed to the public because we are in the process of moving to our new physical location in the Arlington Entertainment District. If you need to reach us, please contact us by phone Monday-Friday between 10am-5pm or by email at in**@ar*************.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">in**@ar*************.org.

Valentine’s Day 2024

Valentine’s Day 2024

This year we officially celebrate Love on Hump Day. You don’t have to wait until Wednesday.
Here is a list of great date night experiences to celebrate Love in Fort Worth, either before or after February 14th.  Happy Valentine’s Day!  We LOVE Fort Worth and we know that YOU do too!

FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS

Billy Bob’s Texas

—Before Valentine’s Day—

February 9th: Cody Canada & The Departed
February 10th: Wade Bowen

—After Valentine’s Day—

February 16th: Austin Meade
February 17th: La Mafia

You can’t go wrong when you treat your Valentine to a night of live music and dancing at Billy Bob’s Texas.

https://billybobstexas.com/events

FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS

Billy Bob’s Texas 81 Club
Lone Star Murder Mystery Dinner & Show

Enjoy the funny yet mysterious Derailed & Departed with a delicious full course dinner.

FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS

Tannehill’s Tavern & Music Hall

—Before Valentine’s Day—

February 9th and 10th: The Mavericks

—Valentine’s Day—

February 14th: Yacht Rockin Valentine’s Day Concert with The Wind Breakers

—After Valentine’s Day—

February 17th: An Evening with Haken Rumours Fleetwood Mac Tribute & Muscadine Bloodline

If you haven’t checked out Tannahill’s, Valentine’s is a great time to check it out! 

https://www.tannahills.com/events-calendar

FORT WORTH BOTANIC GARDEN

3220 Botanic Garden Boulevard Fort Worth, TX 76107

Now through February 14, 2024

Think Outside of the Candy Box This Valentine’s Day

Gift Your Sweetheart Thousands of Blooms at the Botanic Garden

If you’re looking for something special for your Valentine this year, why not give them the gift of flowers? Not the kind that wilt and fade – the kind that grow at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden! Plan a special date with your significant other and spend one-on-one time at the Garden enjoying thousands of blooms. Take a walk along the beautiful, manicured paths to get both of your hearts racing. Get sappy under one of the trees in the iconic Japanese Garden. You can even entice your beloved with a picnic basket from the onsite Rock Springs Café. Baskets start at just $25 per couple and need to be ordered at least 24 hours in advance. The Garden is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Valentine’s Day, and every day throughout the spring.

Online tickets are available at fwbg.org.

Fort Worth Cultural District

Cirque du Soleil presents CRYSTAL at Dickies Arena

February 15th – 18th

A great family event for Valentine’s Weekend.  CRYSTAL, is a magical blend of visual artistry, thrilling acrobatics and sensational ice skating that explores a powerful message of self-love and self-discovery made for all ages.

https://whatsupfortworth.com/event/cirque-du-soleil-presents-crystal-at-the-dickies-arena/2024-02-18/

Sundance Square

TINA -The Tina Turner Musical

Bass Performance Hall

February 6th – 11th

The weekend before Valentine’s Day you can celebrate at Bass Hall with the musical that celebrates Tina Turner.

https://www.basshall.com/tickets–events/calendar/

Sundance Square

FWSO presents their Annual GALA Concert featuring Renée Fleming and Rod Gilfry

Bass Performance Hall

February 17th

She’s a four-time GRAMMY Award-winning soprano and a regular at both the Metropolitan Opera House as well as Broadway. He’s one of the world’s leading baritones, with regular operatic and concert engagements all over the world.

https://fwsymphony.org/23-24-season/specials/gala-concert-ren%C3%A9e-fleming-and-rod-gilfry

Sundance Square 

Scat Jazz Lounge Concert on Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day Soiree with Sheran Goodspeed Keyton

Wednesday, February 14th:

THE coolest and most romantic way to spend Valentines Day is, right here, in the oh-so-cozy Lounge. Take in the the talents of Sheran Keyton while sipping on a classic cocktail. Ms. Godspeeds voice is a force of nature – DMN. A rose for the lady is included to make the night just right. It’s a Valentines Day Soiree! Wednesday, February 14th, Shows starts at 8pm with two sets and doors open at 7pm. Please note a ticket is for the entire table. 21 & up, as always, and all sales final.

https://buy.ticketstothecity.com/purchase.php?event_id=13962

CULTURAL DISTRICT

Stolen Shakespeare League

Sanders Theatre at Arts Fort Worth

February 16th – March 9th

Stolen Shakespeare Guild, Fort Worth’s classical theater company, presents the Stolen Shakespeare Festival 2024 featuring the most romantic tale of all—Romeo & Juliet by William Shakespeare.

https://www.stolenshakespeareguild.org/

CULTURAL DISTRICT

Reid Cabaret at Casa Manana presents The Music of Linda Ronstadt

February 6th – 24th

One of the most prolific artists of the 20th century, Grammy Award-winner Linda Ronstadt performed all genres, from folk to light opera and rock to the Great American Songbook. Celebrate her life and her music with your love at the Reid Cabaret Theatre with songs such as “Blue Bayou,” “You’re No Good,” “Don’t Know Much” and “When Will I Be Loved.”  This show is suitable for most audiences. https://casamanana.org/events/linda-ronstadt/

FORT WORTH

Ballet Frontier presents Romeo & Juliette

IM Terrell Performing Arts Center Auditorium

February 17th & 18th   

A heartbreaking tale of young love and loss set to one of ballet’s favorite scores.  Ballet Frontier’s world-premier of Romeo & Juliet choreographed by Artistic Director Chung Lin Tseng to Sergei Prokofiev’s iconic score, is a classic adaptation of the familiar story that routinely brings the audience to tears.

https://www.balletfrontier.org/romeojuliet

CAMP BOWIE DISTRICT

Saxophonist Vandell Andrew LIVE!

Ridglea Theatre

Saturday, February 11th

Join Saxophonist Vandell Andrew live in concert with his AMAZING full band! This will be a SPECIAL night that you don’t want to miss!

Doors will open at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm

https://theridglea.com/

MANSFIELD

Fat Daddy’s                                      

Pre-Valentine Weekend Concerts at Fat Daddy’s Mansfield

Friday, February 9th : Metal Shop

Saturday, February 10th: Spread Eagle with Flash Mob

Wednesday, February 14th: Live Band Karaoke with Shannon Cobb

Post-Valentine Weekend Concerts at Fat Daddy’s Mansfield

Friday, February 16th: In Halen

Saturday, February 18th: The Vinyl Countdown

https://www.fatdaddyslive.com/all-events

ARLINGTON

Arlington Music Hall

Friday, February 16th: California Guitar Trio

Saturday, February 17th: Endless Summer, Beach Boys Tribute (2pm)

Saturday, February 17th: Jeff Allen (7:30pm)

https://arlingtonmusichall.net/

FORT WORTH

Timeless Concerts Valentines Concert!

Two concert dates available!

Saturday February 10th, 8pm

Our most popular concert of the year, the Valentines Special and Fundraiser, includes a variety of music, a guest artist, charcuterie style bites and desserts. As always, we offer complimentary wine and soft drinks.

The hour long concert is followed by a post-concert party with pianist Erik Barnes, who takes your requests. Table seating for 2 or up to 12. Complimentary bites/soft drinks/wine. BYOB allowed but bottle must be left with bartender for pouring. For those who wish to go to a restaurant for dinner before the concert, there are many good options on Magnolia Avenue, the historic South Side of Ft. Worth, and only a 10 minutes drive to the Hickman. Be sure to get your tickets and reservations soon.

 https://timelessconcerts.com/

Need More LIVE MUSIC Options for the Valentine Weekend or any other time?

https://whatsupfortworth.com/live-music/

Dinner and The Theatre

One of the most popular Valentine dates is Dinner and the Theatre.  Fort Worth has an abundance of live theatre venues with a number of entertaining options in the month of February.

https://whatsupfortworth.com/live-theater-and-performing-arts/

Valentine Dining Options in Fort Worth

Fort Worth Stockyards: https://fortworthstockyards.com/restaurants/

Sundance Square: https://sundancesquare.com/dining-and-cocktails/

Clearfork: https://www.simon.com/mall/the-shops-at-clearfork/dining

Downtown Arlington: https://downtownarlington.org/visit-downtown/bars-restaurants/

Camp Bowie District: https://www.campbowiedistrict.com/dining

Near Southside: https://www.nearsouthsidefw.org/members

Toro Toro Fort Worth Romantic Valentine’s Dinner: https://www.torotorofortworth.com

Austin Blues Festival Returns For 2nd Year with Unbelievable Line-Up

Austin Blues Festival Returns For 2nd Year with Unbelievable Line-Up


AUSTIN BLUES FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES CIMAFUNK AND SOUL MAN SAM JOIN STACKED LINEUP FOR SECOND-ANNUAL EVENT ON APRIL 27-28, 2024
Presented by Antone’s and Waterloo Greenway, Austin Blues Festival offers something for everyone with diverse music offerings, vendors and more 

Advance tickets for the two-day festival are on sale now 

Antone’s Nightclub and Waterloo Greenway are proud to announce the additions of Cimafunk and special guest Soul Man Sam to the artist roster of the second-annual Austin Blues Festival, which returns to Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park for its second year on April 27-28, 2024 from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. nightly. 

Early bird tickets for the festival are sold out, and advance tickets are on sale now at austinbluesfestival.com. Single-day passes start at $80, and two-day passes go for $130 and up. VIP passes are also available. A portion of festival proceeds will directly fund the Waterloo Greenway mission as a nonprofit organization working to bring the Austin community together in its urban ecosystem through education, outreach, and cultural events like this year-round.

Memphis soul veteran and local blues celebrity Soul Man Sam will perform on Saturday, April 27 with Jimmie Vaughan, followed by guitar legend and Kennedy Center honoree Buddy Guy (making one more Austin stop on his Damn Right Farewell tour). Leading into these knockout performances on Saturday will be electrifying sets by The Altons & Thee Sinseers, Dumpstaphunk, Blind Boys of Alabama with Bobby Rush, and Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas. Grammy-nominated, Afro-Cuban Rockstar on the rise Cimafunk joins the Sunday, April 28 schedule alongside more star-studded performances by Brittany Howard, Robert Glasper, Big Freedia, The James Hunter Six, and Robert Finley. New Orleans’ only all-female brass band, The Original Pinettes Brass Band, will be gracing fest grounds on both days of the festival. 

The Austin Music Awards “Best Music Festival” nominee is returning with an expansion from one to two full days of world-class talent for music lovers, by music lovers. Featuring one stage to ensure no overlap (so fans can catch every act they want to see), Austin Blues Festival aims to offer something for everyone by merging classic Blues sounds with fresh and adjacent interpretations of the artform that’s influenced so many others. The festival will also offer a variety of food options in addition to the Waterloo Park concessions, along with vendors like Big Henry’s vintage records pop-up, and more. All vendors, sponsors, and other programming elements will be announced in the coming months. 

The origins of Austin Blues Festival date back twenty-five years to 1999, when Clifford Antone hosted the first-ever Antone’s Blues Festival at Waterloo Park as a way to showcase some of his favorite artists who were too large to play at his namesake downtown venue. The festival hosted the likes of Buddy Guy, John Lee Hooker, and Ray Charles during its three-year run. Now, more than two decades later, Antone’s and Waterloo Greenway have joined forces to bring blues back to an even better Waterloo Park with an incredible lineup of national talent performing at the 5,000-seat Moody Amphitheater. Last spring, Los Lobos, Booker T. Jones, and a slew of great acts heralded the return of the festival as a successful one-day event. 

“It is very exciting to build on the success of last year and expand the Austin Blues Festival to two days at Waterloo Park,” said Will Bridges, Antone’s co-owner and operator. “The lineup is incredible and we’re proud to present such an amazing array of artists for Austin’s true music lovers and visitors alike to enjoy.” 

To stay up to date with Austin Blues Festival, upcoming fest announcements, and more, please visit austinbluesfest.com and follow along on Instagram at @austinbluesfestival

FWSO Announces 2024-2025 Season

FWSO Announces 2024-2025 Season

• Spano conducts a concert of Wagner’s The Flying Dutchman starring Greer Grimsley
• World Premiere of Jake Heggie’s Earth 2.0 directed and choregraphed by Jawole Willa Jo Zollar
• Opera Sensation, Joyce DiDonato headlines FWSO’s 2025 Gala Concert
• FWSO premiere FROZEN in Concert for first time in DFW

The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra is thrilled to unveil the highly anticipated 2024-2025 season. As the FWSO enters its third year under Music Director Robert Spano’s leadership, the level of artistry and musical excellence continues to soar. With a renewed sense of passion and dedication, the orchestra is set to deliver an exhilarating lineup of performances that will captivate audiences.

Spano’s collaboration with the musicians has resulted in the addition of exceptional talent to the core orchestra, filling about a dozen vacancies. The orchestra’s sound has been elevated to new heights, thanks to the collective efforts of Spano and the musicians. The 2024-2025 season promises to be a true celebration of their remarkable achievements.

The symphonic series will showcase a stellar lineup of renowned conductors, guest artists, and collaborations. Violist James Ehnes, pianist Angela Hewitt, and the orchestra’s very own FWSO Principal Cellist Allan Steele will grace the stage, along with Principal Violist DJ Cheek and the incredible Concertmaster, Michael Shih. The performances will be conducted by Music Director Robert Spano, Principal Guest Conductor Kevin John Edusei, as well as James Conlon and Jane Glover.

In a continuation of the popular “theater of a concert” series, the FWSO will present a mesmerizing concert rendition of Wagner’s The Flying Dutchman, featuring world-class opera singers including Greer Grimsley, Heidi Melton, Ray Aceto, and more. This extraordinary evening promises to transport the audience into the heart of Wagner’s timeless masterpiece.

FWSO will continue to present its ever-popular Pops Series including a variety of films in concert such as Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark, Stars Wars Return of the Jedi, and many other family-friendly popular concerts.

This season will feature some special concerts that audiences will love. Some of the hottest films with live orchestra include Frozen in Concert and Black Panther in concert. The season will culminate with a not-to-be-missed Gala concert, featuring the exquisite voice of acclaimed soprano Joyce DiDonato.

“The day the FWSO board hired Keith Cerny as President and CEO and Robert Spano as Music Director, I knew great things would happen for this orchestra and for the Fort Worth Community. Under the guidance of Keith Cerny, the FWSO has flourished, gaining recognition for its commitment to artistic excellence and community engagement. Music Director Robert Spano has been instrumental in shaping the FWSO’s repertoire and performances. His ability to connect with both musicians and audiences has resulted in unforgettable musical experiences that resonate with all who attend.” FWSO Board Chairman, Mercedes T. Bass enthusiastically comments. “With Keith Cerny and Robert Spano at the helm, the FWSO is poised to reach even greater heights, solidifying its place as a world-class orchestra.”

Upon his arrival in Fort Worth, FWSO Music Director, Robert Spano expressed, “Two years ago, I embarked on what has been a wonderful journey with this orchestra and these marvelously talented musicians. I am very much looking forward to a new season of passionate music-making, continuing our commitment to excellence and exploration, and sharing transcendent experiences with our audiences.”

FWSO President and CEO, Dr. Keith Cerny states, “Having had the great privilege of working for five years with Board Chairman Mrs. Mercedes Bass, and the Board, musicians, and staff, I am delighted with the artistic quality and innovation currently demonstrated by the FWSO. It has been a career highlight for me to work with the FWSO’s exceptional Music Director Robert Spano, as we conceive and execute a wide range of orchestral concerts, commissions, chamber music, and Theater of a Concert projects. I know that Maestro Spano’s third season with the FWSO will be every bit as exhilarating as his first two.”

Subscriptions go on sale April 4, 2024. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.fwsymphony.org.

Jane Glover Conducts Mozart
October 25, 26, 27, 2024
Jane Glover, conductor
Angela Hewitt, piano

• BRITTEN: Suite on English Folk Tunes
• MOZART: Piano Concerto No. 25 in C Major, KV503
• RAVEL: Le tombeau de Couperin
• MOZART: Symphony No. 31 in D Major, KV297/300a, Paris

Mozart’s 25th piano concerto and his 31st symphony premiered fully eight years apart and showcase the prodigy’s stylistic range to captivating effect.

Spano Conducts Beethoven and Jake Heggie
December 6, 7, 8, 2024
Robert Spano, conductor
Key’mon Murrah, counter-tenor
Urban Bush Women, dancers
Jawole Willa Jo Zollar, choreographer/director

• HEGGIE: Earth 2.0
• BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 3 in E-flat Major, Op. 55, Eroica

A world premiere piece by Jake Heggie, Earth 2.0 fuses music and dance in a celebration of our planet before the orchestra turns to Beethoven’s “Eroica” symphony.

The Earth 2.0 commission is generously supported by the Eugene McDermott Foundation.

Dvořák’s “New World” and Mozart’s 40th
January 3, 4, 5, 2025
James Conlon, conductor

• MOZART: Overture to Der Schauspieldirektor, KV486
• MOZART: Symphony No. 40 in G minor, KV550
• DVOŘÁK: Symphony No. 9 in E minor, Op. 95, From the New World

In a program that bridges the new American world with the old European sensibilities, Dvořák’s “New World” symphony contrasts Mozart’s 40th.

The FWSO’s Michael Shih and DJ Cheek: Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante
January 17, 18, 19, 2025
Kevin John Edusei, conductor
Michael Shih, violin
DJ Cheek, viola

• R. STRAUSS: Don Juan, Op. 20
• MOZART: Sinfonia Concertante in E-flat Major, KV364/320d
• SIBELIUS: Symphony No. 5 in E-flat Major, Op. 82

The FWSO’s own Michael Shih and DJ Cheek join forces in Mozart’s elegant Sinfonia Concertante in a program of Mozart, Strauss, and Sibelius.

Musical storytelling Spano Conducts: Scheherazade and The Rite of Spring
January 31, February 1, 2, 2025
Robert Spano, conductor
gloATL, dancers
Lauri Stallings, choreographer/director

• RIMSKY-KORSAKOV: Scheherazade, Op. 35
• STRAVINSKY: The Rite of Spring

Hear the tales brought to life: Scheherazade and The Rite of Spring are two of the most striking, evocative works in the classical canon.

This concert is generously supported by Aaron Howard and Corrie Hood-Howard.

Spano conducts Mahler’s Ninth
March 14, 15, 16, 2025
Robert Spano, conductor

• MAHLER: Symphony No. 9

Mahler’s ninth and final symphony opens with a stuttering rhythm, a symphonic representation of the great composer’s failing heart as he grappled with his mortality.

Wagner’s The Flying Dutchman
April 11, 12, 13, 2025

Robert Spano, conductor
Greer Grimsley, bass-baritone
Heidi Melton, soprano
Kyle Van Schoonhoven, tenor
Ray Aceto, bass
Luretta Bybee, mezzo-soprano
Bille Bruley, tenor

The season concludes with Wagner’s tempestuous The Flying Dutchman in a semi-staged production, a tale of a ghost sea captain finding redemption in love.

FWSO 2024-25 Chamber Series
All Chamber Series concerts are presented in the Kimbell Art Museum’s Renzo Piano Pavilion at 3PM. 3-Concert Series Package is $69

Mozart, Schulhoff, and Korngold
November 24, 2024

• MOZART: Serenade No. 12 in C minor, KV388/384a

• SCHULHOFF: Divertissement for Oboe, Clarinet, and Bassoon

• KORNGOLD: Piano Trio in D Major, Op. 1

At 13, the composer Korngold had already published a stunning piano trio that captured Europe’s ear before he fled the Nazis to start a new life in Hollywood.

Brahms and Schoenberg
February 23, 2025
Robert Spano, piano

• SCHOENBERG: Verklärte Nacht, Op. 4

• BRAHMS: Piano Quartet No. 1 in G minor, Op. 25

Schoenberg’s Transfigured Night captures the composer’s sensations on meeting his wife-to-be, a beautiful memorial to the first stirrings of love.

Mendelssohn, Barber, and music for two pianists
May 4, 2025
Robert Spano, piano
Pedja Mužijević, piano

• MENDELSSOHN: Octet in E-flat Major, Op. 20

• BARBER: Summer Music, Op. 31

• DEBUSSY: En blanc et noir

Mendelssohn’s Octet is sheer charm, a brilliant synthesization of youthful, 16-year-old optimism and genius-level musical sophistication.

FWSO 2024-25 Season POPS Series
All Pops Series concerts are presented in Bass Performance Hall

Kings of Soul
October 18, 19, 2024
Michelle Di Russo, conductor
Chester Gregory, vocalist
Darren Lorenzo, vocalist
Michael Lynche, vocalist

Bringing center stage the music of legendary artists Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson, James Brown, Otis Redding, The Temptations, Al Green and others, in an evening of soulful rhythms. Featured hits include “Just My Imagination,” “Try a Little Tenderness,” “Dance to the Music” and “Get Ready.” Featuring American Idol contestant finalist Michael Lynche, Broadway performers Chester Gregory and Darren Lorenzo, join the FWSO in this showcase of soulful rhythms and melodies.

Home for the Holidays
November 29, 30, 2024
Michelle Di Russo, conductor
Jasmine Habersham, soprano
Texas Boys Choir

Santa’s marking up his list and setting his sleigh’s course for Bass Performance Hall! In this season of joy and togetherness, music-lovers young and old are invited to join in the greatest caroling session in the city. The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra’s holiday favorite, “Home for the Holidays” concert, features collection of favorite holiday tunes and a visit from ol’ Kris Kringle himself. Guaranteed to bring a smile to the entire family!

Sci-Fi Symphony
January 10, 11, 2025
Michaelle Di Russo, conductor

Would Star Wars be Star Wars without John Williams’ might trumpet blasts? Would Ridley Scott’s “Alien” have been nearly as creepy without the magic of Jerry Goldsmith’s haunting score? Would the dinosaurs of Jurassic Park have felt nearly as majestic without the warmth of that famous melody in the strings? Don’t miss the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra’s tour of some of the greatest scores in sci-fi movie history, including music from Star Trek, X-Files, Alien, Jurassic Park, Star Wars and more.

Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark
January 24, 25, 2025
Scott Terrell, conductor

The film that gave the world one of its greatest movie heroes, Indiana Jones, is back and better than ever before! Relive the magic on the silver screen with the original great adventure… Raiders of the Lost Ark… with John Williams’ epic score performed live to picture by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra!

Originally released in 1981 as a collaboration between George Lucas and Steven Spielberg, Raiders redefined the possibilities of adventure cinema and launched actor Harrison Ford to a legendary status.

Indiana Jones is the classic hero for this adventure set in the 1930s, as the quick-witted and hardy archaeologist goes on the hunt for the Lost Ark of the Covenant. Often facing insurmountable odds, Indy always manages to succeed in the nick of time, joined by endearing companions and opposed by notorious villains.

With an impressive team of supporting actors including Karen Allen, John-Rhys Davies, Denholm Elliott, and Paul Freeman, combined with innovative special effects techniques by Industrial Light & Magic, Raiders has captured the spirits of movie-goers for generations and continues to inspire adventures yet to come.

Tony Bennett: The Official Musical Celebration
February 7, 8, 2025
Evan Roider, conductor

Fall in love again with the smooth sounds of the legendary Tony Bennet. Audiences can expect an unforgettable journey through Bennett’s chart-topping hits and heartfelt ballads, such as ‘I Left My Heart in San Francisco,’ ‘Rags to Riches,’ ‘Because of You,’ and more that have touched the hearts of millions around the world with a live orchestra, full band, and world-class vocalists on stage. The only official Tony Bennett celebration in a live concert experience performing the legendary artist’s hits for all fans of all ages!

Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
April 4, 5, 2025
Miguel Harth-Bedoya, conductor

“I am a Jedi, like my father before me…”

In the spectacular climactic sixth episode of the Star Wars saga, Darth Vader readies the second Death Star to unleash the final blow to the Rebel Alliance. Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) joins his droid allies R2-D2 and C-3PO, along with Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher), to free his comrade Han Solo (Harrison Ford), imprisoned by the vile crime lord, Jabba the Hutt. Reunited, the Rebels race to the moon of the planet Endor where they launch a desperate attack upon the entire Imperial Fleet. But the ultimate battle is between father and son, as Luke faces Darth Vader one last time, for the fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance.

FWSO 2024-25 Season Family Series
The Family concerts are supported by John Wells and Shay McCulloch-Wells.

All Family concerts are presented at 11:00AM.
All Ages are welcome.
Family 3-Series pricing:
Adult Season Tickets – $64
Children Season Tickets – $36

Fly Dance Company Breakin’ Classical
October 19, 2024
Bass performance Hall
Michelle Di Russo, conductor

Ready to “wow” your little ones? Perfect for ages 3-10, FLY Dance Company’s talented hip-hop dancers will keep your youngsters on the edge of their seats with jaw-dropping breakdance moves set to a mix of classical favorites! The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra will turn classical music on its side with this hip-hop meets classical live experience!

Mozart’s Magnificent Voyage
February 8, 2025
Bass Performance Hall
Michelle Di Russo, conductor

This popular adaption of two Classical Kids stories features Mozart’s young son, Karl, who longs to be taken from his boarding school to spend more time with his famous father. An old traveling trunk serves as a magic chest that reveals an incredible journey back in time to Mozart’s childhood and into the fantastic world of Mozart’s great opera, The Magic Flute. Along the way, Karl comes to understand Mozart’s extraordinary life as a traveling prodigy, his passion for composing, the pressures of family and fame, and the common bonds they both share.

Audiences will enjoy twenty three excerpts from some of Mozart’s most famous pieces as they magically weave in and out of the drama, including themes from The Marriage of Figaro and Don Giovanni, popular selections from The Magic Flute, and more!

Storybook: Little Red Riding Hood
May 3, 2025
Van Cliburn Concert Hall, TCU
Michelle Di Russo, conductor

Join the Fort Worth Symphony for a family friendly concert that brings to life the tale of Little Red Riding Hood. This concert will feature music, dance, and a projected storybook as Little Red takes us on a journey to grandma’s house. What dangers and adventure lie ahead, and how will the story end? Find out as you experience Little Red Riding Hood as never before!

FWSO 2024-25 Season Specials
Gala Concert Starring Joyce DiDonato
March 1, 2025 7pm
Robert Spano, conductor
Joyce DiDonato, soprano

Join us for a concert featuring the exquisite voice of acclaimed soprano Joyce DiDonato, performing a range of operatic repertoire and styles.

A multi-Grammy Award winner and 2018 Olivier Award winner for Outstanding Achievement in Opera, Joyce DiDonato entertains audiences across the globe, and has been proclaimed “perhaps the most potent female singer of her generation: by The New Yorker. With a voice “nothing less than 24-carat gold” according to The New York Times, she has towered at the top of the industry both as a performer, a producer, and a fierce advocate for the arts.

Stars of the Symphony
August 31, 2024
Bass Performance Hall
Taichi Fukumura, conductor
DJ Cheek, viola
Tim Daniels, oboe
Kyle Sherman, trumpet

• BRUCH: Romance op. 85

• SIBELIUS: Swan of Tuonela

• TARTINI: Concerto in D Major

FWSO Principal Violist DJ Cheek, English horn soloist Tim Daniels and Principal Trumpet player Kyle Sherman take center stage for this special celebration of local talent.

Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas
November 2, 2024
Will Rogers Auditorium
Christopher James Lees, conductor

First released in 1993, Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas” was directed by Henry Selick (“James and the Giant Peach”) and based on a story and characters by Tim Burton. The film follows the earnest-but-misguided adventures of Jack Skellington, Halloween Town’s beloved Pumpkin King, as he attempts to take over the Christmas holiday. Against the advice of Sally, a lonely rag doll who has feelings for him, Jack enlists three mischievous trick-or-treaters – Lock, Shock, and Barrel – to help him kidnap Santa Claus. The film is rated “PG.”

Frozen in Concert
December 13 at 7:30PM
December 14 at 2:00PM
Will Rogers Auditorium
Deanna Tham, conductor

Fearless optimist, Princess Anna, sets off on an epic journey – teaming up with rugged mountain man, Kristoff, and his loyal reindeer Sven – to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls, and a hilarious snowman named Olaf, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom. Voices include Kristen Bell (Anna), Jonathan Groff (Kristoff), Idina Menzel (Elsa), Josh Gad (Olaf), Santino Fontana (Hans), Alan Tudyk (Duke of Weselton). The film received the Academy® Award for Best Animated Feature.

Black Panther in Concert
March 8, 2025
Will Rogers Auditorium
Anthony Parnther, conductor
Massamba Diop, talking drum
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra

In 2018, Marvel Studios’ Black Panther quickly became a global sensation and cultural phenomenon, showing a new dimension of what Super Hero films could be. Rolling Stone raved, “The film lights up the screen with a full-throttle blast of action and fun. That’s to be expected. But what sneaks up and floors you is the film’s racial conscience and profound, astonishing beauty.” Now you can relive the excitement of T’Challa becoming king and battling Killmonger all while the Forth Worth Symphony Orchestra performs Ludwig Göransson’s Oscar®-winning score live to picture.

Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto and Symphony No. 39
May 17, 2025
Arlington ISD’s The Center for Visual and Performing Arts
Robert Spano, conductor
Stas Chernyshev, clarinet

• MOZART: Overture to Le nozze di Figaro, KV492

• MOZART: Clarinet Concerto in A Major, KV622

• MOZART: Symphony No. 39 in E-flat Major, KV543

This all-Mozart program pairs his sublime clarinet concerto and 39th symphony in a festive program of the utmost refinement.

About Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra

The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra under Music Director Robert Spano is deeply committed to uniting its community through presenting over 120 performances, education, and outreach concerts, reaching an audience of more than 150,000 annually. Since its beginnings in 1912, the FWSO has been an essential thread in the city’s cultural fabric and the very foundation of Fort Worth’s performing arts. The FWSO has performed at Carnegie Hall and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts as part of SHIFT: A Festival of American Orchestras. The FWSO has released 13 recordings – with several being world premiere releases – garnering international acclaim. The FWSO has embraced creative collaborations through residencies, partnerships, and commissions. As the principal resident company of the acoustically superb Nancy Lee and Perry R. Bass Performance Hall, the Orchestra performs a full season of concerts featuring internationally acclaimed guest artists and works by living composers. The Orchestra performs and partners with the Texas Ballet Theater, Fort Worth Opera, The Cliburn, Fort Worth Botanic Garden, Dallas Black Dance Theater, The Old Trout Puppet Workshop, and Performing Arts Fort Worth. The FWSO keeps exceptional musical experiences at the heart of its community.