Crow Museum of Asian Art unveils 2025-26 exhibitions

 This fall, the Crow Museum of Asian Art announces seven new exhibitions opening across its Dallas Arts District and UT Dallas campus locations, alongside a robust schedule of public programs and community events. 

These exhibitions – paired with community programs like lectures, concerts, a family-fun Community Day, and the return of the Mystical Arts of Tibet weeklong sand mandala/painting residency – reflect the Crow Museum’s mission to celebrate Asian art and culture across time, space, and media.

Four Sisters, 1985, Cecilia Chiang, Chinese-American

Fall 2025 Exhibitions

This season’s new exhibitions will be on view across the Crow Museum’s two locations in the Dallas Arts District (2010 Flora St., Dallas) and the new museum space at the Edith and Peter O’Donnell Jr. Athenaeum on the UT Dallas campus (800 W. Campbell Rd., Richardson). Please note the specific location for each museum. Admission is free for both museums.

Groundbreakers Post-War Japan and Korea from the DMA Collection

Crow Museum of Asian Art – UT Dallas campus

Groundbreakers: Post-War Japan and Korea from the DMA Collection

Sept. 6, 2025-July 26, 2026

In partnership with the Dallas Museum of Art, Groundbreakers brings together artists who played with materiality, space and performance in postwar Japan and Korea after the 1950s.

[ _____] Mirage

Sept. 20, 2025-March 1, 2026

This immersive 360-degree multimedia installation draws on sound, video and environmental data collected in the American Southwest. The digital art experience is designed by Sara Dittrich, an interdisciplinary artist based in Baltimore, and SV Randall, UT Dallas Assistant Professor of Visual and Performing Arts.

Mounds and Mist: Kondo Traditions in Clay

Sept. 27, 2025-May 31, 2026

A focused exhibition examining the layered legacy of Kondo ceramic traditions, this exhibition celebrates the achievement of four members of the Kondo family: Kondo Yuzo (1902–1985); his sons Yutaka (1932–1983) and Hiroshi (1936–2012); and his grandson Takahiro (born 1958).

Whiskers and Paws: Cecilia Chiang

Oct. 4, 2025-March 8, 2026

A playful and poignant exhibition celebrating the emotional bonds between humans and their beloved companions, Whiskers and Paws is an excerpt of self-taught artist Cecilia Chiang’s nature-focused work and primarily serves as a nod to her childhood.

Squaring the Circle, 2025, Eliza Au, Canadian

Crow Museum of Asian Art – Dallas Arts District

Fire and Earth: Early Chinese Pottery from the MacLean Collection

Sept. 20, 2025-Sept. 27, 2026

A remarkable look at early Chinese ceramic traditions drawn from one of the most significant private collections in the U.S., this exhibition – consisting of 45 pottery vessels selected from the MacLean Collection – offers insight into ancient craftsmanship, aesthetic innovation and the material culture of early China.

Paper Knife: Objects of Beauty in Early Modern Japan

Nov. 8, 2025-Aug. 29, 2027

Exploring the artistry and refinement of small-scale decorative objects, this exhibition highlights the cultural value and craftsmanship embedded in daily-use items in early modern Japan.

Eliza Au: Squaring the Circle (Texas Ties series)

Nov. 15, 2025-March 1, 2026

Featuring intricately designed ceramic sculptures by Texas-born artist Eliza Au, this major solo exhibition explores ornament through the built environment, ceramics and design. Au is the second artist featured in the Crow Museum’s Texas Ties exhibition series, which showcases artists with connections to the Lone Star State.

For more information, visit crowmuseum.org

Dallas Theater Center to Present "Waitress" from March 29 to April 20

 

Serving satisfaction one slice at a time! Dallas Theater Center presents the beloved musical Waitress, featuring music written by Grammy Award-winner Sara Bareilles, from Thursday, March 29, through Sunday, April 20, at the Dee & Charles Wyly Theatre in the Dallas Arts District (2400 Flora St, Dallas, TX 75201).

Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker, is stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage. Faced with an unexpected pregnancy, Jenna fears she may have to abandon the dream of opening her own pie shop … until a baking contest in a nearby county and the town’s handsome new doctor offer her a tempting recipe for happiness. Featuring music and lyrics by Bareilles, Waitress is an uplifting and inspiring musical celebrating friendship, motherhood, and the magic of a well-made pie.

“Waitress is a perfect musical for spring,” said Kevin Moriarty, executive director of Dallas Theater Center.  “Sara Bareilles’ wonderful score is beautifully paired with a hopeful story about love, finding strength and embracing motherhood. It’s a great joy for us to share with North Texas audiences the wonderful performances of DTC’s Brierley Resident Acting Company and the talented professional artists joining us for this heartfelt production."

Waitress, based on the book by Jessie Nelson and the motion picture by Adrienne Shelly, is brought to life on the Dallas Theater Center stage under the direction of Ashley Wells, featuring choreography by Amy Reynolds-Reed and music direction by Vonda K. Bowling. The production features a talented cast from North Texas, including Tiffany Solano (Jenna), Brian Gonzales (Cal), Ayanna Edwards (Becky), Christina Austin Lopez (Dawn), Ian Ferguson (Earl), Bob Hess (Joe), Jonathan Bragg (Dr. Pomatter), Liz Mikel (Nurse/Ensemble), Blake Hackler (Ogie), Nova Kay Aguilar/Piper Harris (Lulu), Julio Agustín (Ensemble), Kally Duncan (Ensemble), Esteban Vitchez (Ensemble), Zachary J. Willis (Ensemble), Bri Woods (Ensemble) and Alexandra Zeto (Ensemble).

The musical – which runs 2 hours and 30 minutes with a 15-minute intermission – is recommended for ages 13 and up. This production uses mature themes and adult language and is licensed by Music Theatre International.

Tickets for Waitress start at $35 and are on sale now from Dallas Theater Center. For details, showtimes, and to purchase tickets, please go to dallastheatercenter.org.

Parking is available for purchase for $18 from the AT&T Performing Arts Center in the Lexus Silver parking garage (located on Jack Evans Street) or throughout the Dallas Arts District. Refreshments, including alcohol, will be available for purchase.

62nd Art Ball Gala Celebrates MOMENTUM

 

The Dallas Museum of Art (DMA) is pleased to announce details for this year’s Art Ball 2024 presented by Neiman Marcus.  Entitled "MOMENTUM,” this year’s fundraiser will celebrate 62 years of remarkable achievements on Saturday, April 13, 2024. This spectacular evening will take place at the DMA and feature an evening of dinner, drinks, a live auction, and an exciting afterparty.

Leading this year’s efforts are co-chairs Andy Smith and Paul von Wupperfeld. Both gentlemen bring their enthusiasm for helping the community and professional expertise to their role as co-chairs of Art Ball 2024. A fifth-generation Texan, Smith is the director of Giving and Volunteering for Texas Instruments and is the executive director of the TI Foundation. von Wupperfeld is currently the public relations manager at Qorvo semiconductor, where he leads the company’s social media and press communications. 

Co-Chairs Paul von Wupperfeld and Andy Smith

Momentum was selected as this year’s theme as it embodies the pulsating force propelling the Dallas Museum of Art forward, infusing the Dallas Arts District with a vibrant sense of energy and progression. Just as an object in motion stays in motion, the Dallas Museum of Art consistently evolves and transforms. Art Ball 2024 aims to honor the Museum's rich history while joyously celebrating the Momentum that drives us onward, ignites artistic creation, and propels us to explore the limitless possibilities the future has in store.

Tickets start at $3,500 and all proceeds of the Art Ball will directly support the DMA’s commitment to presenting diverse exhibitions, providing innovative educational and public programs, and caring for a collection of 25,000 objects—all while offering engaging access to incredible works of art.

To purchase tickets or learn more about the various sponsorship levels, customizable benefits, and opportunities for creative brand visibility, please email artball@dma.org.

Festival of Joy '22

 

Ushering in the summer season with a colorful celebration of Indian culture and spirituality, the third annual Festival of Joy will take place on Saturday, May 21, from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at Klyde Warren Park.

The free festival, presented by Kalachandji’s, Sewell Lexus and American Airlines, brings together thousands of families, young adults and dignitaries for a fun-filled day of bright colors, beautiful flowers and a free vegetarian feast, along with riveting music, dance and interactive holistic living and cultural activities.

The Dallas festival starts at 11 a.m. with a welcome ceremony at Klyde Warren Park, followed by a parade at noon through the Dallas Arts District, which returns to the park at 1:30 p.m.

The main stage will feature kirtan (musical mantra meditation) and bharat-natyam (classical Indian dance), and stalls will present Ayurveda, yoga, traditional crafts, vegetarian cooking demonstrations, cultural displays and more.

A free, multi-course vegetarian feast will be served, and many varieties of ethnic vegetarian food items will be available for purchase. New this year is Kalachandji Konnect, an opportunity to continue some of the festival experiences throughout the year at Kalachandji’s, which hosts cooking, yoga and meditation classes.

Learn more at FestivalofJoyDallas.com.

Virtual Dallas Puzzles

Does being at home have you missing some of your favorite Dallas neighborhoods and attractions? Explore the beauty of Dallas through these new virtual puzzles from Visit Dallas!

https://www.visitdallas.com/things-to-do/dallas-now/2020/03/dallas-puzzles.html

Flora Table for the Arts with Local Celeb Chefs

Flora Table for the Arts: 

Benefiting Dallas Arts District & Share Our Strength 

Sunday, September 15, 2019 

Stephan Pyles Flora Street Café at HALL Arts 

2330 Flora St., Unit 150 | Dallas, TX 75201 

Participating Chefs: 
Chef Stephan Pyles, Flora Street Café
Chef Peter Barlow, Fauna
Chef Richard Sandoval, Toro Toro (Guest of Honor)
Chef Miriam Jimenez, Miriam Cocina Latina
Chef Ben Merritt, Fixture – Kitchen and Social Lounge
Chef Elias Acosta, The Artisan
Chef Paul Sadipanichakul, Musume & Akai
Chef Dean Fearing, Fearings Restaurant

Limited seats remaining! Reserve your seat today: https://www.universe.com/events/flora-table-for-the-arts-tickets-dallas-K8VY74

Prepare to See Dallas in a New Light Tonight

Eighty international, national and local artists are bringing massive, synesthesia-inducing light, performance and sound installations to the Dallas Arts District. Aurora is a free and public contemporary art exhibit taking place tonight -- an expansive event that will immerse North Texans in an open-air urban playground featuring light, sound and performance.

 

Friday, October 16

7:00 PM to 2:00 AM

www.dallasaurora.com

 

Download the free Aurora mobile app as a virtual tour guide, helping visitors navigate the works of 80 artists across the district’s 68 acres tonight. It will also help identify food and beverage stations, restrooms, transportation options and more.

Celebrate the Holidays at Klyde Warren Park

Klyde Warren Park will host a holiday event on Saturday, December 15.

Stop by for one or all of the activities! Admission is FREE and open to the public.

·         12:00 – 5:00 p.m. Kids crafts

·         1:00 – 5:00 p.m. Photos with Santa: Bring four cans of food to donate to the North Texas Food Bank and get a photo with Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus and the North Pole elves.

·         12:00 p.m. Arts District Chorale

·         1:00 p.m. First Baptist Dallas Day One Band

·         3:00 p.m. Dallas Youth Ballet and The Conservatory C.A.S.T. Performance

·         5:00 p.m. Music by Dallas-based pop artist, Bean

·         6:00 p.m. Tree Lighting

Additional holiday programming is also planned throughout the month of December, including seasonal music performances by the Hunt Brass Quartet, the Hillcrest High School Orchestra, Nick Ballarini, Yancey Stevens & the City Slickers, The Texas Twisters and the Razzmajazz Holiday Trio. For a full schedule of events, visit www.KlydeWarrenPark.org.

Model Home Design at Museum Tower

Three of Dallas’ leading interior designers have been selected to each design a model home in the prestigious, contemporary residential high-rise project Museum Tower - in the heart of the Dallas Arts District. The designs will illustrate the range of personal style and creativity that each Museum Tower homeowner can bring to their residence.

The three chosen designers are Emily Summers, Emily Summers Design Associates; Ann Schooler, Schooler, Kellogg & Company; and Marco French, Marco French Studio. The three featured homes, ranging in size from 2,100 to 3,700 square feet, will incorporate styles that feature contemporary, transitional and traditional treatments. The model homes at Museum Tower will be completed by early 2012.

Museum Tower will have 42-stories with 112 ultra-luxury condominiums envisioned as “sky-bound” estates, with nine floor plans ranging from a dramatic 1,600-spare foot pied-a-terre to a spacious full-floor of more than 9,000 square feet. Interiors will offer great rooms with hardwood floors, luxurious stone bathrooms and gourmet kitchens featuring Miele appliances. Museum Tower is sure to become a new icon in the expanding downtown Dallas skyline.

About the Designers

A nationally recognized designer with numerous awards, Emily Summers of Emily Summers Design Associates is known for her refined interiors and creative eye. Emily Summers Design Associates has consulted and contributed to the interiors at the Wyly Theater and The Winspear Opera House, while Summers herself is currently a member of the Building Committee at the Dallas Museum of Art.

Ann Schooler, founder of Schooler, Kellogg & Company, began her career leading groups to England and Virginia to study the great houses of Britain and their influence on American decorative arts. Schooler’s works have been featured in leading shelter publications and she was named one of the Four Under Forty, the four best designers in America under the age of 40, by Southern Accents magazine.

Marco French, founder of Marco French Studio, has been on the forefront of interior architectural design for 25 years, with 20 years of international experience working exclusively with five star properties. He is well known for interior projects including luxury residences in Dallas, Palm Springs, New York City, and throughout the East Coast.

2011 Dallas International Film Festival

The Dallas Film Society kicks off their 5th Annual Film Festival with grand style in the downtown Dallas Arts District on March 31, 2011.

Following a red carpet entrance, over 1,000 guests will join the festival in paying tribute to two incredible artists. Local, national and international dignitaries will join DFS in honoring Liener Temerlin, the Festival’s Founder and Chairman Emeritus. Temerlin earned his respected status as a businessman, arts patron, and the visionary who brought Dallas its first major film festival. The Festival also honors one of film’s most talented actresses, Ann-Margaret, with highlights from her classic films, including STATE FAIR, VIVA LAS VEGAS, and STAGECOACH before she accepts the award. Margot and Ross Perot are acting as Honorary Chairs of the Tribute.

The Festival’s Opening Night film, BEING ELMO: A PUPPETEER’S JOURNEY, screens with director Constance Marks in attendance. The evening culminates with the Opening Night Gala at the Trammell and Margaret Crow Collection of Asian Art.

For tickets to DALLAS IFF Opening Night, click here.

The DALLAS International Film Festival presented by Cadillac will run March 31 – April 10, 2011. Passes and tickets are available online at http://www.dallasfilm.org/ and via phone 214.782.9168. Click here for a full schedule of events and films.

Booker T Washington's FLYINGHORSE Performing Arts Fest

FLYINGHORSE 2011 Performing Arts Festival, presented by the Booker T. Washington High School Advisory Board, will rock the Dallas Arts District on Friday, March 25. Guests will explore the school and discover its creative revolutionaries, while enjoying a musical celebration that will rival any artistic event this season.
“There’s no other place like Booker T. Washington High School when it comes to nurturing gifts. Not only did some of my fondest musical memories take place there, but the school provided me with the best opportunity a young student in the arts world could ask for,” said Booker T. Washington alumna Erykah Badu. “At the time, I did not realize the magnitude of the experience and education I was receiving, so it is my honor to give my support back to the place that created the avenue for me to reach my goals.”

The special night will begin at 6 p.m. with BookLook, an entertaining tour of the school’s campus, along with student performances throughout, which will give patrons an inside look into the students’ work. GRAMMY® award-winning alumna Erykah Badu will join forces with some of Booker T.’s talented and gifted students in the Montgomery Arts Theatre at 7 p.m. for an unparalleled, first-ever performance in the theater. Guests will then venture Second-Line-style across the street from Booker T. Washington to One Arts Plaza for an exciting evening of entertainment and dancing with performances by The NOLA Hot Damn! Second-Line, Stage Revue and Dance starring the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Charmaine Neville, Kermit Ruffins and The Barbeque Swingers, and Walter “Wolfman” Washington and The Roadmasters.

Click here to purchase your tickets or contact Jenny Prince at jprince@artsmagnet.org or 214-468-8642. Limited seating available.

Holiday in the Dallas Arts District

Let the festivities begin. Come join in all the fun with Holiday in the Dallas Arts District!

There will be many activities for everyone: cookie decorating, carriage rides, a tree lighting ceremony and the Lexus Broadway Series opening of Dr. Seuss' The Grinch Who Stole Christmas at the Winspear Opera House, part of the amazing AT&T Performing Arts Center. Stroll through the museums and take in the culture -- make sure to stop by the museum gift shops at the Dallas Museum of Art, Crow Collection of Asian Art and the Nasher Sculpture Center for 10% off your purchase. What a great way to get ahead on buying all of those holiday gifts!

There will be singing, quartets playing, people strolling and shopping and so much more. All the while, taking it all in as the excitement and fun the holiday season brings, begins. The Grinch won't be able to steal Christmas from all of the festive on goers who attend this wonderful event!

WHAT: Holiday in the Dallas Arts District

WHEN: Tuesday, December 7th, 2010 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM (All events are free unless otherwise noted). CLICK HERE to purchase tickets for The Grinch Who Stole Christmas.

WHERE: The Dallas Arts District (For directions, CLICK HERE).

Art in October

With Halloween quickly approaching, the Dallas Arts District has some wonderfully-themed events for everyone with Art in October, which celebrates the Arts District as they launch their new season of exhibits, events, performances and programs.

Visit the Dallas Museum of Arts (DMA) amazing exhibits. View Jose Guadalupe Posada: The Birth of Mexican Modernism or Art and Life in Africa: Masks Give the Spirits Life, followed later in the month by the Dallas Black Dance Theatre and the DMA's Le Afrique Masquerade: The Beauty and Complexities of Africa, Connecting East to West.

Just when you think WOW, the Dallas Opera will open their season on October 22nd with Don Giovanni.

To conclude the month-long affair, The Dallas Symphony Orchestra will put on their ever-popular Spook-Tacular along with many other festivities.

Bring the whole family for many activities at the DMA to honor the Mexican bicentennial exhibition 200, Day of the Dead and the African Masks exhibition.

There are so many events in the Arts District throughout the month and they are all worth attending to show your support for the arts, not to mention having a great and ghoulish time!

WHAT: Art in October

WHEN: The whole month of October. CLICK HERE for a list of spotlight days. Closing Celebration October 31st.

WHERE: The Dallas Arts District

CONTACT INFORMATION: artsinfo@downtowndallas.org

Dallas Film Society After Dark - Casablanca

DALLAS FILM SOCIETY AFTER DARK and AT&T Performing Arts Center
Will be hosting the first ever outdoor screening of CASABLANCA

Annette Strauss Square
Saturday, October 16, 2010
8:00 p.m.

This is a FREE ticketed screening at the newest outdoor venue.
The evening will kick off with music and entertainment, so bring your family and friends and be a part of the celebration for this significant occasion.

Gates will open at 7:00 PM with music by James and Dacia Kings for your entertainment prior to the screening. Admission is free, but tickets are required. For printable tickets, call the AT&T Performing Arts Center Box Office at 214.880.0202 or visit online at www.attpac.org/casablanca

Annette Strauss Square is the city’s new premier outdoor performing arts venue. Named for the late former Mayor of Dallas, a passionate supporter of the arts and the Dallas Arts District, Strauss Square will host a variety of outdoor events ranging from concerts to theatrical and dance performances, film screenings and multi-day festivals, accommodating audiences of up to 2,500 in a serene open-air setting.

Free Night of Theater (Oct. 1 - 31, 2010)

Free Night of Theater 2010

October 1 - 31, 2010

The City of Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs is thrilled to partner with 20 local theatre and performing arts organizations and Theatre Communications Group (TCG) to offer this unique opportunity for thousands of new audience members to have access to experience the joy of theatre for the first time— absolutely free of charge! Dallas is one of 120 communities across the country participating in the event.

Click here for complete list of dates and eligible performances.

Reserve your tickets online here beginning Monday, September 27th.

Participating Theatres:
African-American Repertory Theater, Alegre Ballet Folklórico, Arts District Chorale, Bath House Cultural Center, Echo Theatre, Garland Civic Theatre, Junior Players, Kitchen Dog Theater, Latino Cultural Center, Meadows School of the Arts SMU, Pocket Sandwich Theatre, Repertory Company Theatre, Rover Dramawerks, The Black Academy of Arts and Letters, The Dallas Opera, Theatre Three, Undermain Theatre, Upstart Productions, WaterTower Theatre, and xNihilo Arts

Please join the Free Night email list to receive periodic special offers from Free Night's participating theatres.

Visit Free Night of Theater on Facebook - National Local

Contact: M. Graeme Bice, Performing Arts/Technical Coordinator at 214.671.0060

Crow Collection After Dark: Taste of Asia

Friday, August 20

6 PM – Midnight

Admission to Crow Collection After Dark is free.

Purchase food tickets on-site for $5.

No reservations required.

Take a fun-filled culinary tour of Asia! Sample food and beverages from across Asia while enjoying performances in the galleries, tours, and more. Kids can create origami sushi and become candy sushi chefs!

Sushi Origami 6–8pm

Create your own sushi sampler using the traditional Japanese art of origami. Supplies limited.

Candy Sushi 6-8pm

Little sushi chefs welcome! Make and taste candy versions of classic sushi such as nigiri and maki rolls complete with chocolate “soy sauce”! Supplies limited.

Taste of Asia Food Sampling* 6-8pm

Enjoy a taste of Asia! Sample delicious treats from India, China, and Taiwan.

A Taste of India - Samosa, nan & hummus sampler from Cosmic Café of Dallas

A Taste of China - Cheese, pork, & crab wonton sampler from Royal China of Dallas

A Taste of Taiwan - 16-oz bubble tea from Fruitealicious Bubble Tea of Carrollton
*Taste of Asia food ticket is $5 and includes one sample from each region.

Performance in the Galleries (Jade Room):

6 PM - Harpist Anita Hu performs classical Chinese selections.

8 PM - Enjoy classical Indian music performed by Tom Griffin.

Feast of the Gods Tour 9 PM - Meet at Visitors Services Desk

Join Kristina Hilliard, Manager of Learning Partnerships, to learn about the traditional ceremonial and celebratory foods of Asia.

Karaoke with DJ Mark Ridlen 10 – 11:30 PM

Join DJ Mark Ridlen for a multimedia karaoke experience while sampling complimentary beers from across Asia.

Located in the Arts District of downtown Dallas, The Crow Collection is a permanent set of galleries dedicated to the arts and cultures of China, Japan, India and Southeast Asia. The museum offers a serene setting for quiet reflection and learning.