Yarn Bombing

AT&TPERFORMING ARTS CENTER

CELEBRATES ARRIVAL OF

TONY WINNER “HAIR ”

WITH MASSIVE “YARN BOMBING”


The AT&T Performing Arts Center today unveiled a massive“Yarn Bombing” public art installation in its Sammons Park to celebrate the upcoming arrival of the Tony Award Winning Musical HAIR: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical.

In collaboration withlocal knitting groups, much of Sammons Park, located around the Winspear Opera House, has been overtaken by knitted art. Trees have been wrapped,benches adorned, and parking balusters covered with colorful yarn – all in celebration of the “peace and love” era of the 1960’s depicted in the forthcoming HAI Rproduction.

In all, the installationis made up of more than 100 individual pieces of art produced by more than 70 artists from local knitting groups The Dallas Yarn Bombers, The Lakewood Library KnitWits, Sistersof the Wool – Fort Worth, and MAFIA of Mansfield.

The HAIRYarn Bombing was produced under the artistic direction of Sally Ackerman(A.K.A. K Witta). The projectcoordinator was Ronda Van Dyke (A.K.A. SheepNanny). The volunteer coordinator was Ann Gaspari(A.K.A. TejasMom). The project was sponsored by TheShabby Sheep Yarn Boutique & Knitting Workshop.

"The Center is thrilled to provide a home for Dallas'first yarn bombing of this scale, and by how perfectly it coincides with HAIR," said AT&T Performing ArtsCenter CEO Mark Weinstein. "The whole yarn bombing phenomenon is reminiscent of the creative turmoil and vibrancy of the 60's. I hope everyone in Dallas comes to the Center to see this free display of guerilla art they won't find anywhere else.'

HAIRappears at the Winspear Opera House for a limited engagement from Tuesday,September 20 through Sunday, October 2. HAIR kicks-off the exciting 2011-2012 Lexus Broadway Seriesseason. The “Yarn Bombing” will be on display through theentire HAIR engagement and is freeto the public.

Tickets for HAIR range from $30 to $150 and can bepurchased online at www.attpac.org/hair, by phone at 214.880.0202, or in personat the AT&T Performing Arts Center Box Office at the Winspear Opera House,2403 Flora Street (Monday through Saturday, 10 am – 6 pm; Sunday 11 am– 4 pm), or at the remote Box Office at Park Place Lexus Plano at 1025 PrestonRoad.

HAIR depicts the birth of a cultural movement in the 60’s and 70’s that changed America forever. The musical follows a group of hopeful, free-spirited young people who advocate a lifestyle of pacifism and free-love in a society riddled with intolerance and brutality during the Vietnam War. As they explore sexual identity, challenge racism, experiment with drugs and burn draftcards, the show resonates with an irresistible message of hope more than 40 years after it first opened on Broadway.

HAIR won the 2009 Tony Award for Best Musical Revival as well as the DramaDesk, Drama League, and Outer Critics Circle award for Outstanding Revival of a Musical. HAIR was also nominated for an additional seven Tony Awards including Best Direction, Best Choreography, Best Costume Design, Best Lighting Design and Best Sound Design. The cast recording was also nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album.

The New York Times says "Diane Paulus's THRILLING, EMOTIONALLY RICH production deliversINTENSE, UNADULTERATED JOY",Time Out New York says "HAIR SPEAKS TO A WHOLE NEWGENERATION!” and The Washington Postcalls it “IRRESISTIBLE…THE BEST VERSION YET!”.

Directed by Diane Paulus and choreographed by Karole Armitage, HAIR features a book and lyrics by Gerome Ragni and James Rado and music by Galt MacDermot.



The HAIR National Tour is produced by ThePublic Theater (Oskar Eustis, Artistic Director; Andrew D. Hamingson, ExecutiveDirector), Nederlander Productions, Inc., Carl Moellenberg/WenlarbarProductions, Rebecca Gold/MylaLerner, Rick Costello, Joy Newman & David Schumeister, Paul G. Rice/Paul Bartz, Debbie Bisno,Christopher Hart Productions, John Pinckard, Terry Schnuck, Joey Parnes and byspecial arrangement with Elizabeth Ireland McCann.



Additionalshow information can be found at www.HairOnTour.com.




About the AT&T Performing Arts Center

Opens ince October 2009, the AT&T Performing Arts Center is a vibrantdestination for entertainment in the heart of the downtown Dallas ArtsDistrict. The Center presents a variety of programs, including its LexusBroadway Series, Brinker International Forum and, in association with TITAS,contemporary dance and music, and other performances. The Center also providesperformance space for The Dallas Opera, Dallas TheaterCenter, Dallas BlackDance Theatre and Anita N. Martinez Ballet Folklorico, in unparalleled venuesset within a 10-acre urban park.

SHAKESPEARE TAKES DALLAS BY STORM

There could scarcely be a more provocative start to the season—or a more vivid way to experience Shakespeare’s beloved final play. Unique staging transports you deeply into the middle of the spectacle, music and dance. Immortal themes such as the power of forgiveness and the bond between parent and child. And a cast that includes our Brierley Resident Acting Company and actors from SMU’s MFA program. Talk about a conversation starter!

The play opens in the interior of a commercial airplane. Suddenly, the pilot starts broadcasting a problem. And then the plane seems to crash. My guest, who works for American Airlines, asked if this was why I invited her. She thought the opening reminded her of LOST. And many people we talked to at the cast party, also commented on the similarity to LOST. Shakespeare’s story is strong enough to be reborn in many variations.

A dramatic all white scene is the actual setting for Shakespeare’s Tempest. The staging itself will keep your attention and the cast is excellent. it's a huge production, with sets and costumes by Tony-nominated designer Beowulf Boritt. The cast includes company members Abbey Siegworth, Lee Trull and Steven Walters, along with Dallas actors Christopher Carlos (on loan from Kitchen Dog Theater), J. Brent Alford, Joe Nemmers, Jerry Russell (founder of Fort Worth's Stage West) and Matthew Tomlanovich. Plano native Hunter Ryan Herdlicka, who recently co-starred in the Broadway revival of A Little Night Music, is back in town to play Ariel. Several SMU acting students are in the show, too.

The Tempest by William Shakespeare
Directed by Kevin Moriarty
Starring Chamblee Ferguson as Prospero

TICKETS
tickets available at www.DallasTheaterCenter.org or by phone at 214-880-0202

All tickets are $25 in honor of the 25th anniversary of DTC’s Project Discovery
(tickets in Area 4 and Youth tickets are $15)

All Performances:
September 9 – October 9, 2011

Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre
ATT Performing Arts Center
2400 Flora Street
Dallas, TX 75201

Great reason to wake up on Saturday mornings

LOCAL MOTION LAUNCHES WITH FREE YOGA AND ZUMBA
Find Your Center and Rev Up Your Heart Rate at the AT&T Performing Arts Center

The AT&T Performing Arts Center has launched its new activity focused program called Local Motion this weekend. It will kick-off with free yoga this Saturday morning, September 17th at 9:00AM, then alternate Saturdays with free Zumba.

“We really want Dallas residents to utilize the Center in every way possible,” said AT&T Performing Arts Center CEO Mark Weinstein. “So what better way to start your weekend than by doing yoga or Zumba surrounded by these amazing performance venues? And it’s free!”

The one-hour yoga sessions are taught by experts at Uptown Yoga and will be held in Annette Strauss Square. Skilled instructors will help guide poses and reduce stress in your everyday life, and you’ll get a great workout at the same time. Please bring your own mat.

The following Saturday morning, September 24th at 9:00am, Zumba with Gloria Flores will begin on the plaza in Sammons Park in front of the Winspear Opera House. Flores is a popular instructor who is licensed as a Zumba JAMMER. These sessions also last one hour.

Free parking can be found in Red Lexus Parking beneath the Winspear. The entry is on Jack Evans Drive.

The Local Motion Yoga and Local Motion Zumba sessions will be held Saturdays through November 19th then resume in the Spring.

Free Yoga: Sep 17, Oct 1, Oct 15, Oct 29, Nov 12
Free Zumba: Sep 24, Oct 8, Oct 22, Nov 5, Nov 19

The Winspear Opera House, Sammons Park and Annette Strauss Square are located at 2403 Flora Street in the Dallas Arts District.

Los Lobos

Los Lobos
Winspear Opera House
8 p.m. September 13, 2011

Latin superstar and three-time Grammy winner Los Lobos continues to top the charts with Latino music fused with everything from cumbia to rock and roll. In 1974, David Hidalgo, Conrad Lozano, Louie Perez and Cesar Rosas, four friends from Garfield High School in East Los Angeles, joined forces to play rock and roll. Over time, the band expanded its musical influences to include Tex-Mex, country, folk, rhythm and blues, and traditional Mexican songs. They have collaborated with a rich and varied roster of artists, including Dave Alvin, Dave Alvin, Ruben Blades, Elvis Costello, Little Willie G, Mavis Staples, Richard Thompson, Bobby Womack and Tom Waits. The band won Grammys for its 1988 Spanish-language album, and for its contribution to the film Desperado, as well as having released a children's album in 1995. Los Lobos will be a great way to celebrate Deiz y Seis.

About TITAS
TITAS has been the preeminent presenter of touring dance and music in Dallas for 29 years. Successful in both dance and music presentations, TITAS plays a particularly important role as the only Dance Presenter in Dallas. Committed to excellence and diversity TITAS opens a window in Dallas to the great touring performing artists in the world today.

About the AT&T Performing Arts Center
Open since October 2009, the AT&T Performing Arts Center is a vibrant destination for entertainment in the heart of the downtown Dallas Arts District. The Center presents a variety of programs, including its Lexus Broadway Series, Brinker International Forum and, in association with TITAS, contemporary dance and music, and other performances. The Center also provides performance space for The Dallas Opera, Dallas Theater Center, Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Anita N. Martinez Ballet Folklorico, in unparalleled venues set within a 10-acre urban park.

Fidelity Investments is a Series Supporting Sponsor of this season of TITAS.
Sheraton Dallas is the official Hotel Sponsor.

Be tempted by the price of the Tempest

Dallas Theater Center proudly presents The Tempest, the first show in the 2011-12 season.

The Friday, September 9, is the Pay-What-You-Can performance of The Tempest. Tickets for this performance may be purchased online now or beginning at 6p on Friday, September 9 at the Wyly Theatre Box Office


PAY WHAT YOU CAN
THE TEMPEST


Pay What You Can allows patrons to purchase ANY seat in the house for ANY amount they choose. For as little as a penny, theatergoers can see world-class live theater at Dallas Theater Center.

SHAKESPEARE TAKES DALLAS BY STORM.
There could scarcely be a more provocative start to the season—or a more vivid way to experience Shakespeare’s beloved final play. Unique staging that transports you deeply into the middle of the spectacle, music and dance. Immortal themes such as the power of forgiveness and the bond between parent and child. And a cast that includes our Brierley Resident Acting Company and actors from SMU’s MFA program. Talk about a conversation starter!


WHO: Dallas Theater Center

WHAT: PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN
The Tempest by William Shakespeare
Directed by Kevin Moriarty

WHEN: PAY WHAT YOU CAN:
Friday, September 9, 2011 at 8:00 p.m.
(tickets available online NOW at DallasTheaterCenter.org
and at the Wyly Theatre box office on Friday, September 9 at 6:00p.m.)

All Performances:
September 9 – October 9

WHERE: Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre
ATT Performing Arts Center
2400 Flora Street
Dallas, TX 75201

Sing, Dance, and Perform: Titas season begins

TITAS PRESENTS BRIAN STOKES MITCHELL, ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET AND LOS LOBOS

TITAS, in association with the AT&T Performing Arts Center, opens the 2011–2012 Season Series with spectacular artists in September featuring an exciting and diverse lineup of performing artists that range from soloist, Broadway, television and film artist, Brian Stokes Mitchell, to the internationally recognized contemporary ballet company, Aspen Santa Fe Ballet and three-time Grammy winners, Los Lobos. Diverse and world-class artists define the TITAS season.

“Now in our third season at the amazing AT&T Performing Arts Center, the current season features some of the world’s most exciting touring performers. This is a season not to be missed!”-- Charles Santos, Artistic Director, TITAS.

Tickets for TITAS performances range from $12 to $200 and can be purchased online at www.attpac.org, by phone at 214.880.0202, or in person at the AT&T Performing Arts Center Box Office at the Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora Street (Monday through Saturday, 10 am – 6 pm; Sunday 11 am – 4 pm), or at the remote Box Office at Park Place Lexus Plano at 1025 Preston Road.


Brian Stokes Mitchell
Winspear Opera House
8 p.m. September 1, 2011

Dubbed “The Last Leading Man” by the New York Times, Brian Stokes Mitchell has enjoyed a rich and varied career on Broadway, television and film, along with appearances in the great American concert halls. His musical versatility has kept him in demand by some of the country’s finest conductors and orchestras. In 2006, he released his self-titled album as the inaugural artist on the newly-formed Playbill Records label. In addition to singing, Stokes produced the album and also wrote many of the arrangements and orchestrations. He continues to perform as both a soloist and a guest star at concerts throughout the United States. In May, he appeared in the film Jumping The Broom playing opposite Angela Bassett.

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet
Winspear Opera House
8 p.m. September 10, 2011

This uniquely structured and multi-faceted contemporary ballet company is led by directors Tom Mossbrucker and Jean-Philippe Malaty. Heading into its second decade of performances and touring, ASFB is internationally recognized for its company of beautifully trained, stunning dancers, and diverse repertoire full of commissioned works from the top choreographers from around the world. Audiences nationally, and internationally have embraced this thriving company on important stages such as The Joyce Theater in New York City, the famed Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, The Kennedy Center, Wolf Trap, The Harris Theater for Music and Dance in Chicago, and in foreign venues including Canada, France, Italy, Greece and Guatemala. With its highly unique repertoire and stellar performers, ASFB is a kind of a gathering place for the finest dancers and choreographers in the world today.

Los Lobos
Winspear Opera House
8 p.m. September 13, 2011

Latin superstar and three-time Grammy winner Los Lobos continues to top the charts with Latino music fused with everything from cumbia to rock and roll. In 1974, David Hidalgo, Conrad Lozano, Louie Perez and Cesar Rosas, four friends from Garfield High School in East Los Angeles, joined forces to play rock and roll. Over time, the band expanded its musical influences to include Tex-Mex, country, folk, rhythm and blues, and traditional Mexican songs. They have collaborated with a rich and varied roster of artists, including Dave Alvin, Dave Alvin, Ruben Blades, Elvis Costello, Little Willie G, Mavis Staples, Richard Thompson, Bobby Womack and Tom Waits. The band won Grammys for its 1988 Spanish-language album, and for its contribution to the film Desperado, as well as having released a children's album in 1995. Los Lobos will be a great way to celebrate Deiz y Seis.

About TITAS
TITAS has been the preeminent presenter of touring dance and music in Dallas for 29 years. Successful in both dance and music presentations, TITAS plays a particularly important role as the only Dance Presenter in Dallas. Committed to excellence and diversity TITAS opens a window in Dallas to the great touring performing artists in the world today.

About the AT&T Performing Arts Center
Open since October 2009, the AT&T Performing Arts Center is a vibrant destination for entertainment in the heart of the downtown Dallas Arts District. The Center presents a variety of programs, including its Lexus Broadway Series, Brinker International Forum and, in association with TITAS, contemporary dance and music, and other performances. The Center also provides performance space for The Dallas Opera, Dallas Theater Center, Dallas Black Dance Theatre and Anita N. Martinez Ballet Folklorico, in unparalleled venues set within a 10-acre urban park.

Fidelity Investments is a Series Supporting Sponsor of this season of TITAS.
Sheraton Dallas is the official Hotel Sponsor.