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THEATER REVIEWS
Promotional theater reviews, musical theater recaps, and season announcements by Sherri Tilley
What a wonderful write up! It was so nice to finally meet you! Many thanks!
Steven Walters, Resident Actor at Dallas Theater Center and Co-Founder of Second Thought Theatre
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Shakespeare Dallas
06/11/16 | SHERRI TILLEY
Shakespeare Dallas offers unique theater experiences in a casual outdoor park setting and provides cultural and educational programs.
Sam's Dock
06/06/16 | SHERRI TILLEY
Swimming, tubing, sightseeing, or just relaxing - name your event, and Sam's Dock will work with you to accommodate your group's activities.
94.9 KLTY Safe for the Whole Family
05/31/16 | SHERRI TILLEY
Religious radio station 94.9 FM KLTY is screened and scrutinized to be family-friendly and suitable for all listeners.
1310 KTCK The Ticket SportsRadio
05/27/16 | SHERRI TILLEY
SportsRadio station 1310 AM The Ticket is a sports talk radio station based in the DFW area and owned by Cumulus Media.
DFW Rescue Me
03/29/16 | SHERRI TILLEY
This all-volunteer, foster-based, non-profit organization with a mission provides a new leash on life for lost, abused, and abandoned dogs.
Galleria Dallas
03/29/16 | SHERRI TILLEY
Galleria Dallas is an iconic shopping center with a unique collection of more than 200 retailers, restaurants, and experiences.
Allen Event Center
03/28/16 | SHERRI TILLEY
The Allen Events center is a multi-purpose arena which operates as part of The Village at Allen shopping center and entertainment destination.
The Harbor Rockwall
03/25/16 | SHERRI TILLEY
Waterfront dining, retail shopping, and a major movie theater along with open-air festivals and a summer concert series.
The Tremont House
03/10/16 | SHERRI TILLEY
This 119-room, boutique-style hotel is located in the heart of The Strand National Historic Landmark District and Galveston's Downtown Cultural Arts District.
Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society
03/05/16 | SHERRI TILLEY
PCHPS mission is to preserve and promote the history, architecture, aesthetics and cultural traditions of the Park Cities.
Theatre Three
02/02/16 | SHERRI TILLEY
Theatre Three seeks to illuminate the human experience with exemplary, intimate theatrical productions while nurturing authors, regional artists and audiences.
Dallas Arboretum
01/01/16 | SHERRI TILLEY
The relaxing Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden offers acres of beautiful landscaping, seasonal concerts, as well as year-round events.
Hope's Door
12/29/15 | SHERRI TILLEY
The mission of Hope's Door is to offer intervention and prevention services to individuals and families affected by domestic violence.
Dallas Sidekicks
12/29/15 | SHERRI TILLEY
The Dallas Sidekicks play at the Allen Event Center in Allen, Texas, as part of the new Major Arena Soccer League.
Painting with a Twist
11/05/15 | SHERRI TILLEY
Invite your friends, sip your favorite beverage* and enjoy step-by-step instruction with our experienced and enthusiastic local artists.
Volunteer Now
11/02/15 | SHERRI TILLEY
Volunteer Now connects a wide variety of nonprofit organizations with a passionate volunteer workforce through its trusted online community VOLY.org
Kenny's Smokehouse
11/02/15 | SHERRI TILLEY
Choose one of Kenny's specialty cocktails to pair with The Kinahora sandwich filled with jalapeno cheddar sausage, chopped brisket, and pulled pork.
The Gaylord Texan Welcomes Visitors with Rustic Elegance
11/01/15 | SHERRI TILLEY
Hotel review of this impressive lodging venue situated on 4.5 acres of botanical gardens and waterways underneath a climate-controlled glass atrium.
Sail with Scott
05/10/15 | SHERRI TILLEY
Sail with Scott offers group, shared, and private sailing charters aboard the 40' catamaran Seawolf or the 57' enclosed Harbor Lights.
Flying and Floating Toys
10/01/14 | SHERRI TILLEY
Flying and Floating Toys provides boat rentals, jet ski rentals, kayak rentals, parasail rides, and powered parachute rides at Lake Lewisville.
Cafe Momentum
03/03/14 | SHERRI TILLEY
Cafe Momentum is a Dallas-based restaurant and culinary training facility which offers life-changing opportunities to the community's most at-risk youth.
Giddens Gallery of Fine Art
02/25/14 | SHERRI TILLEY
This premiere gallery in Grapevine features more than 30 prominent artists that are well known in the community and North Texas area.
Theater Review: Pegasus Theatre
01/03/14 | SHERRI TILLEY
Pegasus Theatre's innovative signature Black and White shows are designed to recreate the look and feel of an old 1930's-40's era movie live on stage.
Big Bend National Park
12/31/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Big Bend is one of the largest national parks in the USA, and popular activities include stargazing, border crossing, horseback riding, canoeing, and more.
Rio Grande
12/31/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Nestled within the Texas' Big Bend National Park, the river forms an international border with area activities including river tours, hiking, fishing, sightseeing, etc.
Viva! El Paso
12/31/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Viva! El Paso is a two-hour musical extravaganza which takes place outdoors during summer months at the?McKelligon Canyon Amphitheater.
Butterfield Trail Golf Club
12/31/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Butterfield Trail Golf Club is an 18-hole, par-72, award-winning premium public golf course designed by world-renowned architect?Tom Fazio.
Casa de Azucar (House of Sugar)
12/31/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Religious-themed statues and beautifully ornate artwork surround this otherwise modest home as an homage to the city of El Paso, Texas.
Scenic Overlook of El Paso
12/31/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
The winding route provides visitors with a rare vantage point, showcasing the expansive Chihuahuan Desert and the vibrant urban sprawl below.
Wyler Aerial Tramway
12/31/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
The Wyler Aerial Tramway,?operated by the?Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, provides spectacular views of the rugged southwest Texas landscape.
Marfa Lights Viewing Area
12/31/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
The Marfa Lights, mysterious and unexplained lights that have been reported in the area for over one hundred years, have been the subject of many theories.
Odessa Meteor Crater and Museum
12/31/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
One of the largest known craters in the nation, the Odessa Meteor Crater is 550 feet wide and was once 100 feet deep.
Stonehenge Odessa
12/31/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
About 20 limestone blocks, weighing over 20,000 pounds each, are used to recreate the ancient?Stonehenge?monument which exists in England.
Terrill Antique Car Museum
12/19/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Visit this collection of restored pre-WWII cars including?a one-of-a-kind 1901 Coffin Steam Carriage, a 1915 REO Speedwagon 3/4 Ton, and others.
Devil's Rope and Route 66 Museum
12/18/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Get hooked on barbed wire at this West Texas museum dedicated to the history of barbed wire featuring artifacts, documents, memorabilia, and more.
Paisano Pete
12/17/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Paisano Pete is one of the largest and most photographed roadrunners in the world and stands poised to dart across the West Texas landscape.
Buddy Holly Center
12/16/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
This historical site collects, preserves, and promotes the legacy of Lubbock's most famous native son, Buddy Holly, and the music of West Texas.
The Big Texan
12/04/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
The Big Texan was made famous for offering its 72-ounce Texas King steak, free of charge to anyone who can eat the entire meal in under an hour.
Cadillac Ranch
12/04/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Visitors are welcome to participate in this always-open art installation and are encouraged to bring their own cans of spray paint to write graffiti.
Dynamite Museum
12/04/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
The Dynamite Museum collection and Hoof Prints of the American Quarter Horse art installations are designed with a good-natured intent by local artists.
Texas Outdoor Musical Drama
12/04/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
This internationally-known, award-winning, outdoor musical is the official play of the state of Texas and has been performed for almost 4 million people.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
12/04/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Palo Duro Canyon, the second largest canyon in the United States, is known as the 'Grand Canyon of Texas' and features the outdoor musical drama TEXAS in summer months.
South Texas Maize
12/01/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
South Texas MAiZE is a mind-boggling labyrinth of twists, turns, and dead ends all designed into a cornfield with stalks over one's head.
Schlitterbahn
12/01/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
The #1 waterpark in the world for 15 consecutive years, Schlitterbahn New Braunfels is a popular summer seasonal park and resort destination.
Guinness World Records Museum & Ripley's Haunted Adventure
12/01/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Take a self-paced tour through the 16 themed galleries of this state of the art, interactive museum experience featuring world record artifacts.
SeaWorld San Antonio
12/01/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
The aquatic world comes alive and visitors can interact with animals, ride roller coasters, see shows, cool off in a water park, take tours, and much more.
The Alamo
12/01/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Over 2.5 million people a year visit the 4.2 acre Alamo complex which features beautiful gardens and exhibits on the Texas Revolution and Texas history.
The San Antonio Riverwalk
12/01/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
This five-mile network of walkways along the banks of the San Antonio River is lined with restaurants, bars, shops, hotels, attractions, and more.
Tower of the Americas
12/01/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Located in downtown San Antonio, the 750-foot-tall Tower of the Americas provides spectacular 360-degree views of the beautiful Alamo City.
Spoetzl Brewery
12/01/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Spoetzl Brewery is the oldest independent brewery in Texas and is well known for handcrafting fine beers which reflect the tradition of genuine Bavarian beers.
The Sixth Floor Museum
11/30/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
The Sixth Floor Museum chronicles the assassination and legacy of President John F. Kennedy and explores the events that took place on November 22, 1963.
Reunion Tower
11/30/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
The 560-foot tall Reunion Tower is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Dallas and stands as an icon on the downtown Dallas skyline.
Fort Worth Stockyards
11/30/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Go boot scootin' through the world's largest honkey tonk, pay tribute to cowboy culture, travel on a vintage railroad, and much more.
Dinosaur Valley State Park
11/30/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Located in Somervell County just northwest of Glen Rose, Dinosaur Valley State Park is home to some of the best preserved dinosaur tracks in the world.
Mesquite ProRodeo
11/30/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
At Texas' premier western family attraction, crazy clowns, brave cowboys, talented cowgirls, fast horses and big bull gather for a competition of events.
Southfork Ranch
11/30/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Relive the exciting lifestyle portrayed in the television series Dallas at Southfork Ranch (often referred to as The World's Most Famous Ranch).
Total Driving Experience
07/19/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
Gear up for a thrilling ride or drive in a 450+ horsepower Z06 Corvette at Texas Motor Speedway, the second largest racing venue in the country!
George W. Bush Presidential Center - Cafe 43
05/13/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
The upscale but hospitable atmosphere is fitting with Laura Bush's desire that Cafe 43 at the George W. Bush Presidential Center be comfortable not pretentious.
Suicide & Crisis Center
03/24/13 | SHERRI TILLEY
The the SCC offers services, training for professionals, a speakers' bureau, and a support group for friends and family members dealing with the crisis of suicide.
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
11/21/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Inspiring minds through nature and science and focusing on earth and space sciences, life and natural sciences, chemistry, physical sciences and engineering.
AT&T Stadium
11/09/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
With events all year round and tours taking place daily, it doesn't have to be football season for the world's largest domed structure to be bustling with action.?
The Promise - A Musical Experience of the Life of Christ
11/09/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
This musical experience of the life of Christ incorporates the music of contemporary Christian artists and brings a modern day touch to the most amazing story ever told.
Texas State Aquarium
11/07/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Connecting people with nature, the aquarium features aquatic animal habitats, daily presentations, touch pools, educational programs, and encounter programs.
Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast
11/06/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Learn the legends, myths and stories of the last of the Buccaneers at Texas' only permanent year round pirate exhibit.
Sun Time Watersports
11/06/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Offering Jet Boat Thrill Rides on the 11-passenger HamiltonJet Waterjet boat, Sun Time Watersports gives passengers an exhilarating adventure.
Event Recap of Cabaret with Emily Bergl
10/06/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
The sweet and sexy Emily Bergl (known for her acting role on ABC's Desperate Housewives) took the stage accompanied by a pianist and the cutest bassist/ukulelist.
Gator Country
08/07/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
This alligator theme park features information on the lifespan of an alligator along with swamp tours and hands-on activities like holding baby gators.
Costumes of the Americas Museum
08/07/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
This valuable national treasure, now a naval aviation museum, features five self-guided tour routes covering 100,000 square feet and eleven decks.
Kemah Boardwalk
08/07/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Just 20 miles from downtown Houston, the Kemah Boardwalk features games, rides, stingray exhibit, speedboat, dining, shopping, events, hotel, and more.
Sixth Street
08/06/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
The seven blocks of historic Sixth Street (formerly known as Pecan Street) between Congress and IH-35 are the heart of Austin's live entertainment scene.
Texas State Capitol
08/06/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Observe the legislative process and hear the Story of Texas through interactive exhibits and special effects shows at theBob Bullock Texas State History Museum.
Austin City Limits Live
08/06/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
ACL Live is a state-of-the-art live music venue, home for the taping of the acclaimed PBS series Austin City Limits, and host to the popular annual outdoor festival.
Cascade Caverns
08/06/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Still an active cave and Texas' only cavern with an interior waterfall, this cave features millions of glistening drops of pure water.
USS Lexington Museum on the Bay
08/06/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
This valuable national treasure, now a naval aviation museum, features five self-guided tour routes covering 100,000 square feet and eleven decks.
Texas Surf Museum
08/06/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Texas' only surfing museum features hundreds of pieces of surfing memorabilia including 1960's era surf boards, photos, a theater, gift shop, and more.
Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum
07/16/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Gladys City consists of fifteen replica buildings filled with?objects that commemorate America's first, great oil discovery at Spindletop Hill.
Gladys Porter Zoo
07/16/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
The world-class facility is named after Gladys Porter who became acutely interested in wildlife when she traveled extensively in Africa and other countries.
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa & Convention Center
07/16/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
10-story rainforest pyramid of exotic plants and animals, a white sand beach and lazy river, paddlewheel boat, special FX theaters, a golf course, and much more.
1892 Bishop's Palace
07/16/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
This National Historic Landmark has been listed by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most significant buildings in the United States.
Space Center Houston
07/16/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Take an out-of-this-world journey to this unique place on Earth where you can experience space exhibits and NASA's manned space flight program.
Dolphin Connection
07/16/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Reach out and occasionally touch free swimming dolphins as you meet them face to face and interact with them in their own natural habitat.
Cave Without a Name
07/06/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
This cool 66-degree cave consists of six major rooms filled with spectacular formations of stalactites, stalagmites, soda straws, cave drapery, and more.
Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area
07/06/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
The opening of this vertical cavern and natural bat habitat measures approximately 40x60 feet and leads to a main cavern which reaches a depth of 350-400 feet.
Wonder World Park
07/06/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
This 100+ year-old 'slice' of Texas geography was formed by a major earthquake along the Balcones Fault Line.
Animal World & Snake Farm Zoo
07/06/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Get up close and personal with snakes at this very popular roadside attraction which houses nearly 500 animals including reptiles, primates, alligators, and more.?
Natural Bridge Caverns
07/06/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
The largest commercial cave in Texas and one of the state's most treasured natural attractions invites you to depths 180 feet below the ground.
Old Tunnel State Park
06/30/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
In July and August in this old abandoned railroad tunnel, there can be around 1,000-3,000 Cave Myotis bats and over three million Mexican Free-tailed bats.
Eckert James River Bat Cave Preserve
06/30/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
This maternity colony of 4 to 6 million Mexican free-tailed bats is one of the largest bat nurseries in the country.
Frio Bat Cave
06/30/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
10 to 12 million Brazilian Free-tailed bats make Frio Cave their home each summer, making it the second largest known population of mammals on Earth.
Bracken Bat Cave
06/30/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
The world's largest bat colony (consisting of millions of Mexican free-tailed bats) resides in Bracken Bat Cave.
Longhorn Caverns
06/28/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
The cavern was used as a Confederate stronghold where gunpowder was manufactured in secret during the Civil War.
Inner Space Cavern
06/28/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Prehistoric mammoth and sabre-toothed cat fossils are said to have been found at this limestone cavern.
Caverns of Sonora
06/28/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Recognized as the most beautiful cave in Texas and one of the most beautiful show caves in the world, this cave contains a stunning array of calcite crystal formations.
The Exotic Resort Zoo
06/25/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
A hands-on experience where you can see and touch animals on a guided safari tour through the environment of over 500 animals including 80 different species.
Topsey Exotic Ranch
06/25/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Bring your camera when you visit Topsey Exotic Ranch and Drive Through Safari featuring over 50 species of wildlife which may be seen from the safety of your car.
Lone Star Motorcycle Museum
06/25/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Experience the evolution of motorcycles, reminisce over Wonderful Machines from the Past, and have an Aussie meat pie at the Ace Cafe to boot.
Blue Bell Creameries
06/24/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Named after the native Texas bluebell wildflower, Blue Bell Ice Cream is made the old-fashioned, traditional way, so it tastes just like it was hand-cranked.?
Ann Richards Congress Avenue Bridge
06/22/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
See the evening flight of the world's largest urban bat colony which resides under the Ann Richards Congress Avenue Bridge in Austin, Texas.
Uncommon Objects
06/22/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Located in the heart of the SoCo shopping District, this antique emporium has been described as your eccentric uncle's attic on steroids.
Devil's Waterhole
06/22/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Jump off the tall pink granite cliffs into a deep pool of refreshing water at this popular swim spot on the north shore of Inks Lake.
The OASIS
06/16/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Located on a cliff 450 feet above Lake Travis, The OASIS has earned a reputation as the Sunset Capital of Texas and as the largest outdoor restaurant in Texas.
Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
06/05/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Learn the Story of Texas through interactive exhibits, a special effects show, The Star of Destiny, Texas Spirit Theater, Austin's only IMAX Theatre, and more.
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
05/29/12 | SHERRI TILLEY
Offering a nostalgic trip back in time, the Pleasure Pier boasts a variety of food, rides, Midway games, shopping, and entertainment on Galveston Island, Texas.
Pinot's Palette
11/23/11 | SHERRI TILLEY
Join Pinot's Palette for an unforgettable evening of fun, friends, and fine art where you bring the cocktails* and they provide the canvases!
Dallas Arts District
08/07/11 | SHERRI TILLEY
Home to the Winspear Opera House, Wyly Theatre, Crow Collection of Asian Art, Dallas Museum of Art, Meyerson Symphony Center, Nasher Sculpture Center, etc.
Hilton Anatole
05/26/11 | SHERRI TILLEY
1,606 richly appointed guest rooms, two high rise atriums, a 27-story tower, one of the largest private art collections in the world, fine dining, and a refreshing spa.
Meyerson Symphony Center - Tips
05/25/11 | SHERRI TILLEY
The center is known for unsurpassed acoustics and unobstructed lines of sight, and we've been pleased with all of our seating options - but for different reasons.
Crow Collection of Asian Art
04/26/11 | SHERRI TILLEY
The Crow Collection is a permanent set of galleries dedicated to the arts and cultures of China, Japan, India, and Southeast Asia.
Dallas Museum of Art
04/26/11 | SHERRI TILLEY
The DMA offers a wonderful collection of art, various interesting special exhibitions, as well as concerts, hands-on programs, tours, lectures, and more. You want to stay up late, sip wine, giggle with friends, and mingle around? They have that. You want to sway to smooth jazz? They have that too.
Venue Insights: The Dallas Opera
04/26/11 | SHERRI TILLEY
An exhilarating showcase of ornate costuming, elaborate scenery, dramatic singing actors, and racy plots about life, death, sex, political intrigue, mistaken identities, and more.
Dallas Summer Musicals
04/25/11 | SHERRI TILLEY
Dallas Summer Musicals has been entertaining North Texas audiences with Broadway type musical theater and live entertainment since 1941.
ATTPAC - Winspear Opera House - Tips
03/01/11 | SHERRI TILLEY
Find out more about the Winspear theater chamber, parking, transportation options, dress, etiquette, dining, tickets, dos and don'ts, etc.
ATTPAC - Winspear Opera House - Seating
10/01/10 | SHERRI TILLEY
Tips from volunteer ushers at the Winspear, along with a good deal of personal experience, have resulted in this collection of information regarding our thoughts on seating options.
Tips and Suggestions to Know Before You Go to the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center
01/01/09 | SHERRI TILLEY
While knowledge of a topic can bring a deeper appreciation, a degree in music (or even much study of it) is not required in order to enjoy the symphony.