Broadway

In honor of National Tap Dance Day, here are our favorite tap dances from Broadway shows

National Tap Dance Day is May 25 and to celebrate, we’ve rounded up our absolute favorite tap dances from Broadway shows old and new. Did your favorite make the cut? If not, share yours in the comments! Spamalot: Maybe it’s the catchy tune, Always Look on the Bright Side of Life. Maybe it’s the twirling umbrellas. Maybe it’s the absurdity of medieval soldiers singing a … Continue reading In honor of National Tap Dance Day, here are our favorite tap dances from Broadway shows

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Bass Performance Hall

The story behind Bass Hall’s “ghost light”

Every performing arts center or theater has one: a single-bulb light fixture illuminated when the auditorium is empty. The “ghost light” at Bass Performance Hall has been burning brightly, non-stop, since mid-March, when COVID-19 forced Bass Hall to close until further notice. The origin and purpose of ghost lights have been debated for years. A popular tale about the birth of ghost lights, according to … Continue reading The story behind Bass Hall’s “ghost light”

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Broadway

Who’s Your Favorite Teacher from a Broadway Musical?

It’s Teacher Appreciation Week and to celebrate, we asked our Instagram followers to name their absolute favorite teacher from a Broadway musical. Take a look at the top 8 answers below! 8. Miss Trunchbull, Matilda: One of the most entertainingly diabolical instructors ever, Miss Trunchbull is the arch nemesis of Matilda, a young and gifted voracious reader seemingly immune to the nuttiness that swirls around … Continue reading Who’s Your Favorite Teacher from a Broadway Musical?

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Education

Rejoice, ‘Hamilton’ fans: Lin-Manuel Miranda launches home version of popular #EduHam student program

Hamilton arrives at Bass Hall January 18-February 6, 2022, but students can start learning about the show right now. Show creator Lin-Manuel Miranda recently announced that #EduHam, the education program tied to the immensely popular Broadway musical, will be made available for free online. With the COVID-19 pandemic keeping schools closed, the program allows students to be creative theatre artists while adhering to social distancing … Continue reading Rejoice, ‘Hamilton’ fans: Lin-Manuel Miranda launches home version of popular #EduHam student program

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#BassHallAtHome, Concerts

10 of the Most Memorable Performances at the One World: Together At Home Concert

This past Saturday, more than 70 artists and celebrities gathered around the world – from their homes, of course – for Global Citizen’s One World: Together at Home, a virtual concert organized to honor and celebrate healthcare workers who are fighting against the coronavirus pandemic. “Tonight is not a fundraiser so put your wallets away,” said Lady Gaga, who helped mastermind the event in partnership … Continue reading 10 of the Most Memorable Performances at the One World: Together At Home Concert

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Broadway, Education

‘Come From Away’ home-learning initiative connects students to their communities

At this unprecedented time in our lives, when COVID-19 concerns are forcing many families to become more insular, the national tour of the hit Broadway musical Come From Away has launched a unique education-at-home campaign that strives to have the opposite effect. Called I Am An Islander, the initiative encourages students to connect with friends, family and others in their local communities, in a safe, … Continue reading ‘Come From Away’ home-learning initiative connects students to their communities

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theater

Missing live theatre? Catch these streaming theatre performances from the comfort of your home

As COVID-19 continues to temporarily shutter theaters near and far, more and more theaters, shows and special programs are offering the next best thing: streaming performances. On a near-daily basis, organizations across the globe are streaming live and pre-recorded performances, giving audiences the opportunity to still experience live theatre, but from the comfort and safety of their homes. Here’s a look at some of the … Continue reading Missing live theatre? Catch these streaming theatre performances from the comfort of your home

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Young Patrons Club

Local students treated to Broadway show and dance lessons, thanks to Young Patrons Club

Last month, before COVID-19 forced area schools to close, students from Meacham Middle and Diamond-Hill Jarvis High schools were treated to a Broadway show at Bass Performance Hall and dance masterclass, courtesy of Performing Arts Fort Worth’s Young Patrons Club. Members of the Young Patrons Club made it possible for more than 60 students from Diamond-Hill Jarvis High and Meacham Middle schools to attend the … Continue reading Local students treated to Broadway show and dance lessons, thanks to Young Patrons Club

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Concerts

From Willie Nelson to Ben Platt, artists of all genres are live-streaming performances

Broadway shows, concerts and other live public performances may be on hold due to COVID-19 concerns, but that hasn’t stopped entertainers from performing for their fans. From Broadway stars such as Ben Platt to rock and roll veterans such as Neil Young, artists of all genres are turning their phones into stages, live-streaming one-of-a-kind performances you can enjoy safely at home. Here are a few … Continue reading From Willie Nelson to Ben Platt, artists of all genres are live-streaming performances

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Announcements!

An updated list of Bass Hall events canceled due to COVID-19 concerns

UPDATE! In accordance with mandated government regulations, outlined by the City of Fort Worth, Performing Arts Fort Worth has canceled additional performances scheduled to take place at Bass Performance Hall and McDavid Studio. The following performances will be affected: Beethoven’s 9th, April 3-5, presented by Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra  UNT One O’Clock Lab Band, May 1, presented by Performing Arts Fort Worth  Suzy Bogguss, May 2, presented by … Continue reading An updated list of Bass Hall events canceled due to COVID-19 concerns

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