Dallas is ablaze with a bevy of seriously chic soirees.
Watch this: Avant Chamber Ballet’s stunning performance of Alice in Wonderland hits the stage Feb. 17 and 18.
2/2
Legacy Award Dinner
Save the date: The city’s most philanthropic set will take over Dallas Country Club for the annual Legacy Award Dinner benefiting the Center for BrainHealth. This year’s honoree is Todd Platt, CEO of Hillwood Investment Properties, a Perot Company and longtime BrainHealth Advisory Board member. 6-9PM, 4155 Mockingbird Lane, centerforbrainhealth.org
2/4
CASAblanca Casino Party
Roll the dice at Dallas CASA Young Professionals’ beloved casino party. Hosted at The Hall on Dragon, the Vegas-inspired soiree will offer blackjack, craps and poker tables alongside craft cocktails, delicious passed apps and groovy tunes by The Special Edition Band. 8PM, 1500 Dragon St., dallascasa.org
2/4-12
Dallas Open
Tennis lovers, rejoice; the Dallas Open is back and better than ever. Over 60 players (including local fave John Isner) will participate in exhilarating singles and doubles matches over the course of nine days. Styslinger/Altec Tennis Complex, 5669 N. US 75 Central Expressway 1000, dallasopen.com
2/10
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band
Get ready for a night of classic folk rock with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. The iconic American musician will be playing hits from his Letter to You and Only the Strong Survive albums. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave., americanairlinescenter.com
Dallas Opera’s Das Rheingold (Feb. 10 to 18) boasts wow-worthy visuals and a gripping plot.
2/10-18
Das Rheingold
Music Director Emmanuel Villaume is conducting Dallas Opera’s rendition of Richard Wagner’s famed Das Rheingold. An immersive journey into the land of gods and goddesses, delight in the dramatic as gods, goddesses and more seek the gold ring that will give them unlimited power. Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora St., dallasopera.org
2/11
DSOL’s 37th Presentation Ball
Following a stunning social season, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League debutantes will be introduced at the 37th annual Presentation Ball. This is the DSOL’s largest fundraiser, supporting the organization’s education and community outreach programs. 7PM, Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., dallassymphonyleague.com
Texas Harvest Wine Tasting
Napa who? This month Dallas Farmers Market is partnering with the North Texas Winery Association to celebrate the season’s grape harvest. Participating wineries (Eden Hill Vineyard, Landon Winery and Reddy Vineyards, among others) will present samples for tasting in The Shed. 1-5PM, 920 S. Harwood St., dallasfarmersmarket.org
2/13
St. Valentine’s Day Luncheon & Fashion Show
Peruse chic spring fashions and nosh on delicious cuisine at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s signature event. The midday soiree will feature clothing from Highland Park Village alongside speeches and awards. Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., events.lls.org
2/17-18
Alice in Wonderland
Paint the roses red with Avant Chamber Ballet’s version of Alice in Wonderland. Featuring world-class choreography by Katie Puder and a commissioned score by Mikayla Dobson, this whimsical production is sure to delight. Moody Performance Hall, 2520 Flora St., avantchamberballet.org
2/17-19
A John Williams Celebration
For two nights only, the DSO presents iconic selections from Oscar-winning composer John Williams, including fan favorites from Schindler’s List, Harry Potter, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Star Wars, Jaws and more. 7:30-9:30PM, Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., dallassymphony.org
2/24
Glenn Miller Orchestra
One of the most successful American swing dance bands since 1938, the Glenn Miller Band is headlining Music Hall at Fair Park this month. Expect to groove to timeless tunes like “In the Mood,” “Moonlight Serenade” and “Chattanooga Choo Choo.” 7-11PM, 909 First Ave., broadwaydallas.org
2/24-26
Modern Masterpieces
Texas Ballet Theater presents this one-woman performance, a neoclassical ballet exploring the tragic life of Marilyn Monroe, while also celebrating human growth and transformation. Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre, 2400 Flora St., texasballettheater.org
Tennis pros will take over for the Dallas Open Feb. 4 to 12.
Photography by: JORDAN FRAKER; COURTESY OF DALLAS OPERA; ALEX SMITH
