FOLLY IN FLANDERS

Saints, Sinners, Lovers, and Fools: 300 Years of Flemish Masterworks at the DMA takes

Fun, flippant, and educational, the Dallas Museum of Art is making the medieval, Renaissance and Baroque periods of Flanders hip. Saints, Sinners, Lovers, and Fools: 300 Years of Flemish Masterworks, organized by the Denver Art Museum in collaboration with The Phoebes Foundation, was curated by Dr. Katharina Van Cauteren, the foundation’s witty and whip-smart chief of staff.

Engaging with masterworks of Flanders from the 1400s to the 1600s, enter a world of folly, sin, and greed while learning some art history along the way. “These paintings are a gateway into the past. And so they show us what the world was like 300, 400 years ago at the same time as they show us how little has changed,” muses Van Cauteren. “In the end, each and every painting in the exhibition is about very human concerns, and desires, and fears, and dreams; it’s about statism, prestige, and showing off. It’s about you and me.”

Van Cauteren, who did her PhD on Hendrick de Clerck, points to the The Garden of Eden with Four Elements by de Clerck and Denijs van Alsloot as one such example. “It’s pure political propaganda for the archdukes, for claiming that they will restore paradise in the Netherlands—which they didn’t, but we ended up with an interesting painting anyhow.”

In this the final stop on the traveling exhibition’s tour, on view through June 25, six themed sections—God is in the Details; From God to the Individual; Exploring the World; The Fool and the Mirror; The Triumph of Emotion; and The Pursuit of Wonder—feature masterworks by Hans Memling, Jan Gossaert, Peter Paul Rubens, Jacob Jordaens, and Anthony van Dyck, among others, and offer a unique perspective on the societal changes of the time along with a thoughtful reflection on the human condition of today.

“Stepping into this exhibition truly feels like you’re embarking on a journey through time,” avers Dr. Nicole R. Myers, DMA’s interim chief curator and The Barbara Thomas Lemmon senior curator of European Art.

“We’re excited for visitors to peer through this window to the past while also seeing reflections of their own everchanging world,” says Myers. And the exhibition invites viewers to find their persona through a Buzzfeed Quiz that results in an online curated playlist for each guise.

Van Cauteren concludes, “These paintings are easily compared to what films do today because they all tell a story in one image. If Rubens had lived today, he would be a Steven Spielberg.” –By Terri Provencal

01 Amphibian

Baba follows the complex relationship between a newly immigrated father and his US-born daughter; Apr. 27–May 7. With Erin Doherty and Brendan Cowell, the National Theatre Live series presents Arthur Miller’s The Crucible ; Apr. 26–29. Sara Schaefer will perform on May 16–18 for her Stand-Up Comedy Residency. amphibianstage.com

02 AT&T PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

See Neil deGrasse Tyson on Apr. 4. PNC Patio Sessions presents Nathan Mongol Wells on Apr. 6. The new musical Anastasia will journey to Dallas Apr. 6–8. Hits! The Musical brings 90 minutes of pure joy, Apr. 28. The Eldert Lofts, May 4–6, is a movementbased work made in collaboration with local artists that explores community living in a small apartment building. On May 5, Cinco de Mayo Silent Disco Fiesta will bring Latin music jams. Bartlett Sher brings his fresh take to Fiddler on the Roof May 11–13. #Filtered explores perfectionism between the digital and real self; May 11–13. See Rodrigo y Gabriela: In Between Thoughts…A New World Tour 2023 featuring Krooked Kings on May 21. Theresa Caputo brings her messages of peace on May 24. Luminescence features Jess Garland on a laser-harp created by collaborator Eric Trich, May 26–28. The Moth Mainstage celebrates personal storytelling to illuminate the diversity and commonality of the human experience, May 31. Image: Kyla Stone (Anya) in the National Tour of Anastasia

Photograph by Jeremy Daniel. attpac.org

03 Bass Performance Hall

Annie is back Mar. 28–Apr. 2. Lewis Black: Off the Rails takes the stage Apr. 15. Tootsie tells the story of Michael Dorsey, who struggles to find work until one desperate act lands him the role of a lifetime, May 9–14. Image: The cast of the National Tour of Tootsie

Photograph by Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade. basshall.com

04 Broadway Dallas

Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment in Moulin Rouge! The Musical! Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed in a new musical mash-up; through Apr. 2. Tootsie the musical tells the story of Michael Dorsey who lands a job on a soap opera by disguising himself as a woman , Apr.18–30. Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s masterwork, To Kill a Mockingbird, takes the stage May 16–28. broadwaydallas.org

05 Casa Ma Ana

Junie B. Jones is Not a Crook follows Junie B. as she learns what it means to be truthful and fair, through Apr. 9. Disney’s High School Musical! joins the students of East High as they deal with issues of first love, friends, and family while balancing their classes, Apr.

22–May 7. casamanana.org

06 DALLAS BLACK DANCE THEATRE

The DBDT: Encore! Rising Excellence performance, Apr. 21–22, draws on the heritage and memories of Japanese and Polish choreographers. Choreographer Takehiro Ueyama created Heroes to honor the citizens who played a crucial role in Japan’s recovery after World War II. Katarzyna Skarpetowska’s Snow Playground is inspired by a peaceful image of swirling snow across a children’s playground. Spring Celebration sees the world premiere of Chanel DaSilva’s TABERNACLE, which pays homage to the complexities of Black culture. Furtherance is the expression of overcoming anguish to find bliss created by Kirven Douthit-Boyd. DBDT dancer McKinley Willis choreographs her first mainstage work with SMILE , May 19–20. dbdt.com

07 DALLAS CHILDREN’S THEATER

Charlotte’s Web shares the true meaning of friendship and everyday miracles; through May 27. dct.org

08 THE DALLAS OPERA

Women have the last laugh when the men they plan to marry produce a bad idea: Egged on by a cynical old bachelor, the guys decide to put their fiancées to the “fidelity test.” Big mistake—as the resulting debacle demonstrates Mozart’s glorious music fuels comedy that cuddles up to a calamity just waiting to happen. Così fan tutte is TDO’s season finale on Apr. 1. dallasopera.org

09 DALLAS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Gemma New conducts The Rite of Spring on Apr. 20–22; Jukka -Pekka Saraste conducts Shostakovich Symphony No. 4 on Apr. 27–30; Fabio Luisi conducts Beethoven and Brahms on May 4–7, and Carmina Burana on May 11–14; and Jaime Martín conducts Liszt and Ligeti on May 26–28. For contemporary nostalgia, see Decades: Back to the ’80s on Apr. 14–16; and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial in Concert, May 19–21. Image: Gemma New, photograph by Roy Cox. mydso.com

10 DALLAS THEATER CENTER

Into the Woods follows a baker and his wife longing for a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. As their adventures overlap and their wishes are granted, they learn that no one is alone, Apr. 7–30. dallastheatercenter.org

11 DALLAS WIND SYMPHONY

In Storm and Sunshine , on Apr. 25, sees the artistry of percussionist Jacob Nissly and presents a feast for your ears from Arlington native Kevin Day. dallaswinds.org

Houston’s acclaimed Lancaster Hotel rede nes modern hospitality. From its collection of over 200 works by noted contemporary Texas artists to its prime location in the heart of Houston’s award-winning Theater District, The Lancaster Hotel is the perfect escape for a patron of the Arts.

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Eisemann Center

The Sinatra Experience, starring Dave Halston, takes the stage Apr. 8. RSO’s season finale features works by Hector Berlioz, Maurice Ravel, and Richard Strauss. Joyce Yang, 2005 Van Cliburn Silver Medalist, returns to perform Brahms’ First Piano Concerto. Plano Symphony Orchestra’s 40th Anniversary Season wraps up with guest artists: mezzo soprano Angela Wilson; soprano Erin Roth Thomas; and the Plano Civic Chorus and the Irving Chorale for a performance of Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, Resurrection, Apr. 29. Tuzer Dance School’s Here, There and Everywhere performs May 13. The Lone Star Youth Winds will perform the music of Frank Ticheli May 14. eisemanncenter.com

13 Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra

A Night at the Ballet: Brian Raphael Nabors, Humperdinck, Griffes, Ravel, and Stravinsky kicks off on Apr. 21–23. Pink Martini is a globetrotting musical ambassador for America; see them live Apr. 28–30. Music Director Laureate Miguel Harth-Bedoya will lead FWSO in Elgar’s Enigma Variations: Strauss, Saint-Säens, and Elgar on May 5–7. See Three American Tenors on May 13— an exciting program of classic opera arias, Broadway favorites, and American standards. Three Chamber Music Masters: Mozart, Poulenc, and Lutosławski comes to the Kimbell Art Museum May 14. fwsymphony.org

14 LYRIC

Stage

Tarzan is raised by gorillas in the jungles of West Africa. When a human expedition treks into his tribe’s territory, he encounters creatures like himself for the first time, including Jane; May 17–21. lyricstage.org

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Majestic Theatre

Sarah Millican with special guest Bobby Dazzler perform on Apr. 7, followed by Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Group Apr. 13–15. Former Phantom of the Opera stars will present A Look Behind the Curtain: Songs and Stories from Broadway Apr. 20. Join Hannah Berner and Paige Desorbo for The Giggly Squad on Apr. 22. Nimesh Patel: The Lucky Lefty Tour stops in Apr. 23. On Apr. 27, Brian Culbertson: The Trilogy Tour takes the stage. Jamie Cullum performs on Apr. 28. The sounds of Jonathan McReynolds will fill the air on Apr. 29. Spend An Intimate Evening with David Foster & Katharine Mcphee on May 12. Chelcie Lynn brings her 2 Fingers and a 12 Pack Tour May 14. Image: Ron Bohmer and Sandra Joseph in Phantom of the Opera . Photograph by Joan Marcus. majestic.dallasculture.org

16 TACA

The 45th TACA Silver Cup Award Luncheon, May 3, serves as a unique opportunity to honor two individuals for their outstanding volunteer leadership and contributions to the arts in North Texas. Gathering the region’s civic and cultural leaders, patrons, and volunteers, Gene Jones and Joe Hubach will be honored as this year’s recipients. taca-arts.org

17 Texas Ballet Theater

Go down the rabbit hole with Alice in Wonderland, a familyfriendly ballet displaying a fantastical journey narrated by Alice herself, May 19–28. texasballettheater.org

18 Theatre Three

In a whimsical world of beetles, scorpions, and bugs of all sorts, a beetle falls in love with an injured butterfly. The Butterfly’s Evil Spell is a story about unrequited love in a humble meadow covered in dewdrops and dripping in poetry, Apr. 6–30. theatre3dallas.com

19 TITAS/DANCE UNBOUND

CION: Requiem of Ravel’s Bolero is a hauntingly beautiful exploration of grief, struggle, and relief using South African voices in a cappella for the score, Apr. 7–8. See Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater live Apr. 22–23. Command Performance delivers the pyrotechnics of dance—the most innovative and beautiful works being performed today—and features TITAScommissioned works created by some of the world’s leading choreographers, May 6. Image: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Photograph by Dario Calmese. titas.org

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Turtle Creek Chorale

TCC ensembles—Chamber Chorus, Coloratura, and TerraVox —will present a program inspired by the beauty of our planet and the challenges to protect it at East Dallas Christian Church on Apr 23 turtlecreekchorale.com

21 Undermain Theatre

He’s Born, He’s Borne , a workshop production of a new play by David Rabe, explores a primitive, medieval world that exists outside of actual human history, Apr. 12–30. undermain.org

22 Watertower Theatre

Zack had his first psychotic break and was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in May 2017 while he was finishing his PhD at Stanford University. His then-girlfriend, Elisa, had no way of knowing whether the Zack she knew would resurface. Together they created a play based on true stories to disrupt the stigma around mental illness in The Manic Monologues. See the regional premiere Apr. 18–30. watertowertheatre.org

01 12.26

J.A Feng: Creature Cravings features new paintings by the Brooklynbased artist who skillfully weaves a series of interrelated narratives featuring simulated landscapes replete with food, flora , and fauna; through Apr. 15 Emily Furr: Extra Strength and a show by Fernanda Mello are in the back room from Apr. 19–Jun. 3 12.26 exhibits at Dallas Art Fair booth D9. gallery1226.com

02 500X GALLERY

Established in 1978, 500X provides one of the best exhibition spaces to up- and- coming artists in Dallas. 500x.org

03 ALAN BARNES FINE ART

The gallery’s exhibition Ninetieth and Twentieth Century Paintings is on view through May alanbarnesfineart.com

04 AND NOW

AND NOW’s solo show for Ben Horns, which displays their intimate interior landscapes, closes on Apr. 8. Next, the work of Coco Young fills the gallery Apr. 19–Jun. 10. andnow.biz

05 ARTSPACE111

Western Modernity: A Reflection on Western Pop Culture Through the Art of Ed and Linda Blackburn continues through Apr. 29. We Are Here, a group exhibition of Texas-based artists who depict the human form in their work, features paintings, photography, and mixedmedia works through Apr. 23. Artspace111 10th Annual Texas Juried Exhibition ’s call for entry ends May 2. artspace111.com

06 BARRY WHISTLER GALLERY

COLLAGE / ASSEMBLAGE featuring Reed Anderson, Joseph Glasco, Lawrence Lee, Michael Miller, Dan Rizzie, Jessica Sinks, Danny Williams, and others will be on view Apr. 19–May 27 and will feature an assorted approach to collage and assemblage. Three works by Joe Glasco will have a commanding presence in the Main Gallery, while an early large-scale assemblage work by Dan Rizzie will dominate the Hallway Gallery. barrywhistlergallery.com

07 BEATRICE M. HAGGERTY GALLERY

A Layered Space: Inside Out (v.4) remains on view through May 5. udallas.edu/gallery

08 CADD/CADD SPACE

Contemporary Art Dealers of Dallas is a nonprofit formed in 2007 to promote contemporary art in Dallas. caddallas.org

09 CHRISTOPHER MARTIN GALLERY

The gallery presents the reverse-glass paintings of Christopher Martin; the Rodeo series of photographer Steve Wrubel; the color- field paintings of Jeff Muhs; Dutch image maker Isabelle van Zeijl; the acrylic constructions of Jean-Paul Khabbaz; California-based painter Chris Hayman; the organic paintings of Liz Barber; and rotating artists. christophermartingallery.com

10 CONDUIT GALLERY

From Apr. 1–May 6, Roberto Munguia and Robert Jessup showcase new work in the main gallery while the Project Room sees Jimi Kabela’s work. Susie Phillips and Carrie Marill will fill the main gallery from May 13–Jun. 25. Through the same dates, in collaboration with Webb Gallery, Waxahachie, Dan Phillips highlights the project room. Conduit exhibits at Dallas Art Fair in booth F3. Image: Jeff Gibbons, Ladder Nipples, 2023, wood, high-solids acrylic, tape, paper, acrylic paint, fabric, house paint, and steel, 156 x 60 x 31 inches. Courtesy of the artist and Conduit Gallery. conduitgallery.com

11 CRAIGHEAD GREEN GALLERY

Faith Scott Jessup: Caprice, Tracey Harris: One Epiphany Away from a Good Time, and Marty Ray: Ceramic Art: Three Decades will be on view Apr. 1–May 6. From May 20–Jul. 8, a group show will be held with rostered artists. CGG is accepting applications for the gallery’s annual New Texas Talent exhibition through May 27. craigheadgreen.com

12 CRIS WORLEY FINE ARTS

In addition to participating in the Dallas Art Fair, booth F17B, CWFA will display Celia Eberle’s The Flesh of Trees from Apr. 1–May 6, showing with Johnny DeFeo’s Standing Still in Fleeting Light Lauren Clay: Threshold Drawings and Adrian Esparza highlight the gallery space May 20–Jun. 24. Image: Johnny DeFeo, Spring , 2023, acrylic on canvas, 40 x 60 in. crisworley.com

13 CVAD, UNT COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN GALLERIES

CVAD Galleries’ Emmy Bright: It Gets Better or It Doesn’t continues through Jul . 8. The exhibition brings together over 35 of Bright’s works, including prints, drawings, sculptures, quilts, and videos. cvad.unt.edu

14 DAISHA BOARD GALLERY

Joy Reyes: In the Garden Where I grow ends on Apr. 8. Reyes is a self-taught multidisciplinary artist who uses spirituality, religious ideals, and her Jewish/Mexican culture throughout her artwork. Latrise Sheriff’s Unpublished Hues will be on view Apr. 15–May 27. daishaboardgallery.com

15 DAVID DIKE FINE ART

For spring, the gallery hosts a Spring Mini Sale online. Also, a solo show for Judith Seay will be on view May 18–Jul. 1. daviddike.com

16 ERIN CLULEY GALLERY/CLULEY PROJECTS

In Crazier than Crazy Quilts, three decades of Kaleta Doolin’s work, will be shown in both galleries, highlighting the feminist’s contributions to the arts, her artistic practice in sculpture, textiles, book arts, installation, and conceptual art. In Gary Goldberg’s photographs, Colonial Mexican architecture transforms into landscapes and mythologies he utilizes to create photorealistic textiles using a felting process at Taller Afelpado in San Agustin Etla, Oaxaca, Mexico. See Continental Drift from May 13–Jun.17. Dallas Art Fair exhibitor, booth F26. erincluley.com

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Ferrari Fine Art Gallery

Ferrari gallery is a contemporary fine art gallery with over twenty years of experience in the fine art world. Founded by artists and owners James and Debra Ferrari, the gallery represents a select group of established and emerging artists focused on painting, photography, metal , and ceramic sculptures. ferrarigallery.net

18 Fort Works Art

The Ruins of Burg Worth is a solo exhibition by Joshua Goode that features a collection of created artifacts and remnants of an “ancient” past while incorporating elements of performance art and an interactive installation, through Apr. 29. Ejuola: Lines of Descent is a retrospective with works spanning over four decades by artist Michele Tejuola Turner. An intimate display of around a dozen gourds, each one recounting personal and collective narratives, will conclude on Apr. 29. Image: Joshua Goode, Sarcophagus of a Rhoman King , 2019, mixed media. fortworksart.com

19 FWADA

Fort Worth Spring Gallery Night, Mar. 27, kicks off Spring Gallery Week, through Apr. 3. fwada.com

20 Galleri Urbane

In Gail Peter Borden’s Dimensional Iterations, the artist and architect extends his ongoing exploration of spatial contexts, apprehension of form, and experiments in materiality. In Loring Taoka’s ‘vs’, the Pittsburgh-based artist’s work takes as its basis a pseudo-X shape, which the artist duplicates, layers, and takes apart until it dissolves, losing inherent meaning as a sequence of shapes while gaining abstract potential Dallas Art Fair exhibitor, booth B6. Image: Loring Taoka, Swearing its different this time #5, 2022, acrylic on panel, 18 x 18 in. galleriurbane.com

21 Green Family Art Foundation

The Cabin LA Presents: A Curated Flashback!, an exhibition of 42 artworks made by former residents of the au courant The Cabin LA residency program that is managed by Danny First , and Considering Female Abstractions in the spotlight gallery continue through May 21. Image: Annan Affotey, Green Woods, 2021, oil on canvas, 73 x 61 in. © Annan Affotey and Danny First. Photograph by Gene Ogami. greenfamilyartfoundation.org

22 Holly Johnson Gallery

James Lumsden: STRATA , a recent ensemble of paintings by the Scottish artist, will be on view Apr. 1–Jun. 17. Lumsden’s work is a building up of translucent glazes until an illusion of light and depth is achieved. Liz Ward’s The Grove will be on view May 13–Jul. 29. The exhibit of new works on paper is informed by her study of classical Chinese landscape painting and Tantric art. hollyjohnsongallery.com

23 Keijsers Koning

Work by Popel Coumou highlights the gallery from Apr. 1–May 6. Additionally, gallery artists will be showcased throughout the gallery’s booth, E2, in the Dallas Art Fair. Image: Popel Coumou, Untitled (PC109), 2019, C- print, edition of 2/5, 51 x 34.25 in. keijserskoning.com

24 Kirk Hopper Fine Art

Shaun Roberts: Parables of Mayhem continues through Apr. 15 at the gallery. Next, the group show, ATM/DFW will be on view Apr. 22–Jun. 3. The exhibition will see work from Taro Waggoner, Xxavier Edward Carter, Brian Jones, Brian Scott, Keer Tanchak, Joshua Goode, Celia Álvarez Muñoz, Andrea Tosten, Celia Eberle, Tabatha Trolli, Heyd Fontenot, and Erin Stafford . Kirkhopperfineart.com

25 KITTRELL/RIFFKIND ART GLASS

Kelly O’Dell, A Solo Show, ends Apr. 8. Alexis Silk, A Solo Show, opens Apr. 15 and continues through May 13. David Patchen, A Solo Show, opens May 20 and will be on view through Jun. 17. Both opening nights will include artist talks. kittrellriffkind.com

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Laura Rathe Fine Art

Skywriting is a solo exhibition featuring Toronto-based painter Janna Watson. Painted in the countryside of northern Ontario, Skywriting showcases Watson’s newest body of works, each inspired by seductive sunsets and cloudscapes. Apr. 1–May 6. laurarathe.com

May 7–September 3