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A big slate of events will take place this weekend in and around Dallas, with multiple categories vying for your attention. Choices will include six theater productions, two big-name comedians, the return of Cirque du Soleil, three festivals, two dance events, a symphony concert, a Latin music concert, and a special event featuring two notable gospel singers.<\/p>\n
Below are the best ways to spend your free time this weekend. If you want more options, check out our calendar for an even longer list<\/a> of the city’s best events.<\/p>\n Thursday, April 9<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n MusicalWriters.com Productions presents The Scarlet Letter Musical<\/em><\/a><\/strong> Kitchen Dog Theater presents Dream Hou$e<\/em><\/a><\/strong> Majestic Theatre presents Vir Das<\/a><\/strong> Cirque du Soleil: ECHO<\/em><\/a><\/strong> Friday, April 10<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Breakaway Music Festival<\/a><\/strong> Kathy Griffin: New Face, New Tour<\/em><\/a><\/strong> Dancing with the Stars Live<\/em><\/a><\/strong> Company of Rowlett Performers presents The Comedy of Errors<\/em><\/a><\/strong> Repertory Company Theatre presents The Producers<\/em><\/a><\/strong> Dallas Symphony Orchestra presents “America 250”<\/a><\/strong> Peso Pluma in concert<\/a><\/strong> Richardson Theatre Centre presents Over The River And Through The Woods<\/em><\/a><\/strong> Lewisville Playhouse presents Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead<\/em><\/a><\/strong> Ballet North Texas presents Cinderella<\/em><\/a><\/strong> Saturday, April 11<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Commemorative Air Force presents Warbird Weekend<\/a><\/strong> Dallas Reggae Festival<\/a><\/strong>
The Scarlet Letter Musical<\/em> is a bold adaptation of the classic book that tells the story of Hester Prynne as you\u2019ve never seen her before. Branded by rigid Puritan society, she turns her scarlet letter into a badge of survival and a spark for rebellion. The production will run at Rosewood Center for Family Arts through April 18.<\/p>\n
Two Latina sisters are appearing on an HGTV-style reality show to sell their family home, hoping to capitalize on the gentrification in their \u201cchanging neighborhood.\u201d As they perform for the camera, the show starts to slip into the surreal: one sister grapples with turmoil in the family\u2019s ancestral past and the other learns how much she\u2019s willing to sacrifice for the family\u2019s future. The production runs through May 3 at Kitchen Dog Theater.<\/p>\n
As India\u2019s biggest stand-up comedian and a Bollywood star, Vir Das has now crossed over to become a global comedy sensation, filling an international vacancy for an authentic Indian perspective. He was the first comedian from India to have a stand-up special on Netflix, and has been seen as an actor in Whiskey Cavalier<\/em>, Fresh Off the Boat<\/em>, and the Netflix series Hasmokh<\/em>. He’ll perform for one night only at Majestic Theatre.<\/p>\n
Cirque du Soleil’s latest touring show, ECHO<\/em>, features a story of connection, intention, and the symbiotic unions between humans and the animal kingdom. It follows an inquisitive young woman named Future as she wanders into a fantasy world that explores our sacred bond with animals and nature. When Future and her best friend the Dog encounter a mysterious cube, they quickly learn how their actions have the power to shape this world, and if we come together, we can create the world we all want to live in. The production will be in a big top outside Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie through May 3.<\/p>\n
The Breakaway Music Festival will feature performances by over 20 different electronic music artists, including Angrybaby, Disclosure, Fisher, Mary Droppinz, Sofi Tukker, Trace, and more. The two-day event takes place at Fair Park through Saturday.<\/p>\n
Kathy Griffin is a two-time Emmy and Grammy Award-winning comedian, television star, best-selling author, and advocate known for her biting satire and fearless comedy. She best known for her hit Bravo series, Kathy Griffin: My Life on the D-List<\/em>, and she also starred on NBC’s Suddenly Susan<\/em> and guest starred on Seinfeld<\/em>, Law & Order: SVU<\/em>, Glee<\/em>, You<\/em>, and Curb Your Enthusiasm<\/em>. She’ll perform for one night only at Majestic Theatre.<\/p>\n
Dancing with the Stars Live<\/em> is a stage spectacular that will feature fan-favorite professional dancers from the hit television series in a mix of standout routines from Season 34 and fresh performances created just for the stage. The tour will feature co-host Emma Slater, special guest co-host Danielle Fishel, and an all-star cast of professional dancers like Valentin Chmerkovskiy, Jenna Johnson, Ezra Sosa, Britt Stewart, and more, under the direction of choreographer Mandy Moore. The event takes place at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory in Irving.<\/p>\n
The Comedy of Errors<\/em> tells the story of two sets of identical twins who were accidentally separated at birth. Antipholus of Syracuse and his servant, Dromio of Syracuse, arrive in Ephesus, which turns out to be the home of their twin brothers, Antipholus of Ephesus and his servant, Dromio of Ephesus. When the Syracusans encounter the friends and families of their twins, a series of wild mishaps based on mistaken identities lead to wrongful beatings; a near-seduction; the arrest of Antipholus of Ephesus; and false accusations of infidelity, theft, madness, and demonic possession. The production runs through April 19 at Plaza Theater in Garland.<\/p>\n
Max Bialystock, a washed-up Broadway producer, and Leo Bloom, his neurotic accountant, cook up the most outrageous get-rich-quick scheme in showbiz history: stage the worst musical ever, pocket the investors\u2019 cash, and run. What could possibly go wrong? The production runs through April 26 at Courtyard Theater in Plano.<\/p>\n
The United States Naval Academy’s men\u2019s glee club is considered one of the top men\u2019s choral ensembles in the country, while the women\u2019s glee club is the world\u2019s only all-female military choral ensemble. They will join the Dallas Symphony Orchestra to sing favorite patriotic music in celebration of the country\u2019s 250th anniversary. The United States Naval Academy Pipes & Drum Corps will round out the all-American extravaganza. There will be three performances through Sunday at Meyerson Symphony Center.<\/p>\n
Mexican singer and rapper Peso Pluma has been gaining increasing popularity on both sides of the border since his 2020 debut album, Ah y Qu\u00e9?<\/em>. His third and fourth albums in 2023 and 2024 saw him reach No. 1 on Billboard<\/em>‘s Top Latin Albums chart, and his latest release, the collaborative album Dinast\u00eda <\/em>with Tito Double P, went to No. 6 on the overall Billboard <\/em>200. He’ll perform at Dos Equis Pavilion on Friday and Saturday alongside Tito Double P and other friends.<\/p>\n
Nick is a single, Italian-American guy from New Jersey. His parents retired and moved to Florida, but that doesn’t mean his family isn\u2019t still in Jersey. In fact, he sees both sets of his grandparents every Sunday for dinner. This is routine until he has to tell them that he’s been offered a dream job. The news doesn\u2019t sit so well and begins a series of schemes by his family to keep Nick around. The production runs through May 3 at Richardson Theatre Centre.<\/p>\n
Tom Stoppard\u2019s play takes two minor characters from Shakespeare’s Hamlet<\/em> \u2014 Rosencrantz and Guildenstern \u2014 and explores their lives and perspectives as they navigate the confusing events of Hamlet<\/em>, highlighting themes of existentialism, fate, and the nature of reality through their often absurd and comical situations, while also grappling with their predetermined, tragic end as pawns in the larger drama of Hamlet<\/em>. The production runs through April 26 at Lewisville Playhouse.<\/p>\n
A timeless tale of kindness, courage, and magic comes to life in Cinderella<\/em>. With elegant choreography, whimsical characters, and a sparkling score, the beloved fairy tale ballet is perfect for families and dreamers of all ages. There will be three performances through Saturday at Moody Performance Hall.<\/p>\n
Warbird Weekend takes visitors back in time to see vintage aircraft and vehicles up close. Legendary aircraft on display will include the B-29 FIFI, B-24 Diamond Lil, A-26 Invader, R4D Ready 4 Duty, C-45 Bucket of Bolts, and more. In addition to the aircraft, there will be living history re-enactors, hands-on activities, food trucks, and more. The event takes place for one day only at Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center in Dallas.<\/p>\n
The Dallas Reggae Festival features arts, crafts, and jewelry vendors, Caribbean-inspired food and various artists, and local reggae bands. Performers will include The Wailers, Maxi Priest, Kabaka Pyramid, Duane Stephenson, Etana, Artikal Sound System, Anuhea, Arise Roots, and more. The event takes place on Saturday and Sunday at Levy Event Plaza in Irving.<\/p>\n