Need an epic Dallas date night idea? A great way to support a deep appreciation for local culture is by supporting area organizations that promote music and the arts. This month marks the 30th anniversary of the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, and we’ll be celebrating the occasion by attending the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala this weekend.
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Music plays a crucial role in cognitive development. It is proven that music helps individuals develop attention control, learn planning skills, improve working memory, and enhance critical thinking skills. Whenever you attend a Dallas Symphony Orchestra event, you are helping to support their outreach efforts to provide music to an ever-expanding audience.
There are a variety of ways to participate in the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala if a fancy dinner and gown just isn’t your thing. For example, you are welcome to attend just the concert and after party. Keep reading to discover how the annual Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala supports community programs…and how you can make it an epic Dallas date night:
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala with Joshua Bell
Enjoy a unforgettable night with world-renowned violinist Joshua Bell at the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala while supporting local community programs.
A Gala Evening with Joshua Bell
This year’s annual Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala and concert will feature Joshua Bell, world-renowned violinist. With a career spanning more than 30 years as a soloist, chamber musician, recording artist, and conductor and director, Joshua Bell is one of the most celebrated violinist of his era. Joshua believes in the power of music as a unifying cultural force.
Joshua Bell, who is also a Grammy award-winner, will be playing Beethoven’s Leonore Overture No. 3 and Brahms’ Violin Concerto under the direction of Christian Reif. Arrive in style, take a few pictures and relish in this one-night event supporting the DSO’s community and education programs.
Afterward, dance the night away at the most popular after-party in town with live Emerald City Band, Elevation!
2019 DSO Gala Leadership
This year’s Gala Chairs are Barbara and Don Daseke. Barbara and Don’s generosity is well known throughout the community. Organizations they support include the DSO, the Dallas Museum of Art, The Arts Community Alliance, WaterTower Theater, and many others. Barbara has been a member of the Dallas Symphony Board of Governors since 2002 and she and Don were Gala Chairs in 2011.
Dallas’ original Power Couple and longtime entrepreneurs, Honorary Chairs Kathryn and Craig Hall have a personal long term commitment to philanthropy. In 1974, Kathryn co-founded the North Texas Food Bank, the largest charity in North Texas, to fight hunger throughout Dallas-Fort Worth. In 1977, Craig started the Craig and Kathryn Hall Foundation, with a mission to support and encourage the expansion of knowledge, the experience of arts and culture, and the improvement of well-being.
This year’s guest list includes some of DFW’s most celebrated individuals known for their contributions supporting community initiatives and philanthropy. A few of this year’s Gala supporters include Kara and Randall Goss, Sarah and Ross Perot, Nancy and Mike Bierman, Laree Hulshoff and Ben Fischer, Shirley and Bill McIntyre, and Lisa and Bob Segert.
Proceeds from this year’s gala provide support to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s education and community programs. These initiatives reach 270,000 North Texas residents annually, 30,000 of whom are children.
For the full list of DSO Gala supporters, click here.
When is the DSO Gala?
The 2019 Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala is September 28th.
Address: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 FLORA ST, DALLAS TX
How do I buy tickets to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala?
For $100, you’ll enjoy:
- Private VIP lounge area on the East Loge with elevated décor and private bar and specialty beverage
- Access to After After Party at a nearby bar/restaurant with a specialty beverage
- VIP gift package for each household
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala Supports Local Programs
Enjoy a unforgettable night with world-renowned violinist Joshua Bell at the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Gala while supporting local community programs.
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