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Kimbell Art Museum

The Impressionists: Master Paintings from The Art Institute of Chicago JUNE 29-NOVEMBER 2, 2008, Some of the most celebrated and iconic works of the great Impressionist painters are coming to the Kimbell Art Museum this summer! The loan of about 90 paintings from Chicago's world-renowned Impressionist collection is possible because of an ambitious reinstallation and expansion project at the Art Institute that includes extensive renovation of the galleries and the construction of a new Modern Wing designed by Renzo Piano-the architect recently chosen by the Kimbell to design its own second building. The collection will be shown exclusively at the Kimbell.  

Stage West - The Sweetest Swing in Baseball

SWINGING FOR THE FENCES, Stage West presents area premiere of Rebecca Gilman's The Sweetest Swing in Baseball. "Don't look back. Something might be gaining on you." Satchel Paige. Dana Fielding has it all. A talented artist, she has been praised by the critics, she is in a good relationship, and she has two people willing and eager to represent her. And then things start to unravel. She lets herself get pushed into a new showing before she's ready, and it's a disaster. The pressures have led her to sabotage her relationship with her boyfriend. And subsequently, during a complete meltdown, she attempts suicide, and finds herself in a psychiatric hospital.  

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra

Don't miss the blockbuster finale to the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra's symphonic season at Bass Performance Hall on May 9, 10 and 11. Virtuoso violinist Leila Josefowicz joins the FWSO to perform Mendelssohn's beautiful Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64. Shostakovich's popular Symphony No. 5 in D Minor, Op. 47, completes the program. The concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. Friday, 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Come early for Casual, Chic Friday and enjoy cocktails and pre-concert entertainment starting at 6:45 p.m. in the main lobby. Casual, Chic Friday concerts have no intermission and end at approximately 9 p.m., so patrons are free to enjoy the rest of the evening on the town. 

Circle Theatre presents Chesapeake

Circle Theatre presents Chesapeake by Lee Blessing. May 29 – June 28. Three words: Art, Politics and Dogs. Anyone who finds each word intriguing on its own, and the three irresistible together, will be delighted by this story about a struggle between an up-and-coming performance artist, a conservative southern politician and a Chesapeake Bay Retriever. Jaime Castañeda guest directs with Jakie Cabe* as Kerr. Sara Harris* serves as stage manager. (*Actors’ Equity Association). The design team for Chesapeake includes David H.M. Lambert, Sound; John Leach, Lights; Cathy O’Neal, Properties; and Bill Newberry, Set.  

Ballet Folklorico de Fort Worth, Inc.

The BFFW’s mission is to encourage appreciation of the Mexican culture through the education of its history by teaching its traditional dance and music to people of all ages, thereby instilling pride and respect of its heritage. Along with our dancers, the BFFW Board, parents, and volunteers are very energetic and ready to serve the organization in fulfilling its mission. We are very blessed to have the support of the community and give thanks for their support. We hope you will join us soon and enjoy the beautiful art of folkloric Mexican dance... Carmen Garcia, Artistic Director.  

Heliotrope - Letitia Eldredge

Heliotrope welcomes internationally acclaimed artist Letitia Eldredge back to Fort Worth. With a degree in art from the Cleveland Institute of Art, Eldredge has enjoyed critical acclaim in the United States at venues including the Houston Museum of Fine Arts, Contemporary Art Museum of Houston, Dallas Museum of Fine Art, Cleveland Museum of Art and Institute of Contemporary Art at the University of Pennsylvania. International exhibits have included locations in the Ukraine, Liechtenstein, Paris, Denmark and Mexico. Her work has also been shown in various galleries in New York, Houston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Dallas and Paris, France.  

Amphibian Stage Productions - First Person Shooter

The regional debut of this award-winning play, director Jaime Castaneda, takes us inside a start-up video game company, where the hottest, most violent game on the market has brought instant success to its young tech geniuses. Their celebration fizzles when their game is blamed for a school shooting. Rated R for strong language and content. In the auditorium of The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth - 3200 Darnell Street, Your donation of $10 is greatly appreciated. Sunday, April 6th at noon, Talkback with the playwright, director, cast, and mental health professionals following at Dos Gringos (across the street from the Modern). Complimentary refreshments served. Monday, April 7th at 7 pm.  

Robert L. Berry, Jr. - Mask Eagle

Thanks to Mr. Brown for putting me on the Fort Worth Scene. I am looking forward to another ten years on the Fort Worth Art Scene. I am especially excited because I published six art books of my art during the past year. For a closer look of what the last ten years has been like in my art world, visit www.rberryart.com. The new books are: The Jazz in Abstract Art, The Jazz in Modern Abstract Art, The Art of JazzXpressions, AbstractXpressions, CopperXpressions, and UniqueXpression: Drawings 1979-1982. Books are available from purchase at www.Lulu.com. Look for ColorXpressions by Fall Gallery Night 2008.  

Fort Worth Opera - Turandot

When we hear about opera composers, we generally think they lived in a world of horse-drawn carriages, populated mostly by powder-wigged dukes and duchesses. This was definitely not the scenario when Puccini (1858-1924) wrote Turandot. One of the surprising things about Turandot is that it is a modern work-or at least, more modern than most of the operas that near its popularity. Just consider the world in 1924 when Puccini put his every last breath into Turandot: Ford Motor Company had already produced 10 million cars, Babe Ruth hit 46 home runs and drove in 121 runs, More than 2.5 million American homes had radios, This was the world into which Turandot was born.  

Bass Performance Hall

The crown jewel of downtown Fort Worth, the Nancy Lee and Perry R. Bass Performance Hall was named "one of the top 10 opera houses in the world" by Travel & Leisure Magazine. Since its grand opening in 1998, this acclaimed, 2056-seat multi-purpose facility is the permanent home of the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, Texas Ballet Theater, Fort Worth Opera, Cliburn Concerts, and the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. The Hall also holds special Broadway presentations by Casa Mañana Musicals and Performing Arts Fort Worth’s "Hall Series" -- an eclectic blend of artists, representing the best worldwide talent from the many facets of the performing arts.  

The Butterfly Connection Multi-Arts Collaboration

The Butterfly Connection presents its third annual season of mostly new works and adaptations. The new season represents the diversity in artists working within the framework of the TBC multi-arts collaborative. In addition to the regular season TBC is providing some new programs to reach into the pockets of DFW for new talent, new audiences, and new adventures. The 2008 season will kick off with a city wide general audition opened to all actors/singers/dancers. The audition features a plethora of non-profit theatres and other special entertainment industry leaders. The event is sponsored by Eclipse Entertainment, the industry leader in corporate and private parties.  

Heliotrope - Letitia Eldredge

Heliotrope welcomes internationally acclaimed artist Letitia Eldredge back to Fort Worth. With a degree in art from the Cleveland Institute of Art, Eldredge has enjoyed critical acclaim in the United States at venues including the Houston Museum of Fine Arts, Contemporary Art Museum of Houston, Dallas Museum of Fine Art, Cleveland Museum of Art and Institute of Contemporary Art at the University of Pennsylvania. International exhibits have included locations in the Ukraine, Liechtenstein, Paris, Denmark and Mexico. Her work has also been shown in various galleries in New York, Houston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Dallas and Paris, France.  

Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth - Martin Puryear

The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth presents Martin Puryear, organized by John Elderfield, The Marie-Josée and Henry Kravis Chief Curator of Painting and Sculpture, The Museum of Modern Art, New York. This retrospective of the work of the acclaimed American artist (born 1941), features approximately forty-seven sculptures, following the development of Puryear's thirty-year career from his first solo museum show in 1977 to the present day. Working primarily in wood, Puryear has maintained an unwavering commitment to manual skill and traditional building methods. His forms are derived from everyday objects, both natural and man-made, including tools, vessels, and furniture.    

Amon Carter Museum

On February 16, 2008, nearly 100 paintings, watercolors and prints generated by a diverse group of creative individuals known as the Fort Worth Circle will be on view at the Amon Carter Museum in the special exhibition "Intimate Modernism: Fort Worth Circle Artists in the 1940s." The exhibition presents an outstanding visual narrative of Texas' first colony of artists to practice an advanced aesthetic. More than 20 years have passed since a major body of work by the Fort Worth Circle has been on view in one place. "Many of the works will be making their first public appearance in more than 50 years," said Jane Myers, senior curator of prints and drawings and organizing curator of the show.  

The Coffee Urn

The address is 5018 Trail Lake Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76133 and phone is 817-926-7660. The Coffee Urn is a "third place" to enjoy hot java, warm welcomes, and cool ambience serving wholesome foods and the refreshment of fellowship. We started as a coffee house in 1995 on Bluebonnet Circle. The Coffee Urn has added a breakfast and lunch menu over the years to include light choices such as bagels and muffins for breakfast as well as cooked to order eggs and omelets. Our lunches include "worth the drive" chicken salad which we have been told is the best in town by many of our customers and BLT's. The menu also includes soup and salads, dessert and a variety of delicious beverages.   thecoffeeurn@sbcglobal.net

Sounds Of Laura - Great Piano Music from the 20's to '07

As a solo pianist, Laura provides her own 88 key electric piano & sound system. She customizes the sound to fit the style & era of the music. The result is truly a unique, beautiful sound for All Occasions. Serving the DFW area, Laura's special events include: Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Receptions, Fundraisers, Christmas Parties, Theme Parties, Luncheons and Dinners. With her extensive repertoire, she can create whatever mood you wish. Regularly Scheduled Performances: 2nd Thursday, 6:30-8:30 pm, ON BROADWAY RISTORANTE, 6306 Hulen Bend Blvd. To learn more about this talented, versatile pianist, feel free to contact her at: laura@soundsoflaura.comTelephone: 817-292-6013  

Augenblick Photography

Augenblick produces a selection of fine art photographs. The prints are available as part of a numbered series with a letter of authenticity accompanying each one. They specialize in travel, scenic and nature photography. Their goal is to help you experience the sights and feeling of a place through their art. Augenblick began business in 2006 but it has quickly established itself through its website, a series of exhibitions and competitions. In addition to traditional photographic prints, they also offer their art on watercolor paper and metallic paper. Regardless of the print medium you choose, you will be pleased with the outstanding results. Please take a look!  

Texas Ballet Theater Announces 2007/2008 Season

Riveting new season features Ben Stevenson's Dracula, Dame Cleo Laine and world premiere choreography from Ben Stevenson, Tim O'Keefe and Peter Zweifel. Ben Stevenson, artistic director of Texas Ballet Theater, today announced a spellbinding 2007-08 Season filled with productions of exquisite mixed-repertory and captivating full-length story ballets. Stevenson continues to raise the barre and enhance the profile of Texas Ballet Theater; from an eccentric toymaker - to Count Dracula - to a rousing program of jazz featuring vocalist Dame Cleo Laine, audiences will devour Texas Ballet Theater's most engaging and dramatic season ever!    

Nature and Landscape Photographs

The photographer is a physician, who has a long time passion for phtography. Now you can help fight cancer and own beautiful, one-of-a-kind art photographs at the same time. Also available is an attractive book with the touching story of the first years of a premature infant, interspersed with nature photographs. The photographer is superb at capturing nature, landscapes and close ups. She is also committed to her medical profession. 70% of all her procedings from the sale of the photographs and 100% of the procedings from the sale of the books are donated to "Patel Memorial Breast Cancer Endowment Fund.  

Stockyards Station

There's no place in Texas like the Fort Worth Stockyards Station. Located in the heart of the National Historic District, Stockyards Station exemplifies Texas by providing an exciting blend of old and new. There are over 25 shops, including an art gallery, clothing shops, pottery, candles, a saddlery, a photography studio and much more. Walking tours of the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards, Depot for the Tarantula Steam Train – the only operational steam train in Texas! Horseback Riding, Home of the Fort Worth Herd, and be sure to visit the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame. Perfect for Corporate Meetings, Picnics, Wedding Receptions and more!  

Forest Park Miniature Railroad

Our Summer Schedule will begin on 7 March 2008. Our Summer Schedule remains: Tuesday through Friday 11:00am to 4:30-5:00pm, Saturdays and Sundays 11:00am to 5:00-6:00pm. While this is our official schedule, our closing time may change somewhat depending on the time of sunset, weather conditions (especially the temperature and wind conditions), and the number of passengers. The best way to check this is to call our voice mail at the Trinity Park Depot (817-336-3328). This number will always have the most recent information about the Forest Park Miniature Railroad. You can, of course, continue to call me at 817-834-2119.  

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