Opera: OK, this is how I plan my weekend, but you may be out of luck. While tickets for the Dallas Opera’s Otello start as low as $15, that’s NOT what you can expect to pay tonight… even if you could snare a ticket. (Artistic director Jonathan Pell told me he’s not sure even he can get a seat.) For the debut of the Winspear’s opera season, tickets start at $2,500. Yours truly has one, but only one. But there are far more performances now that it’s in the smaller Winspear space, so more chances to catch Verdi’s music.
Stage: Being at the opera, I’ll miss opening night of The Mythical Memphis Coy at the HCG Gallery, but this locally-written story has “gay camp” written all over it.
Comedy: On Sunday, I’ll be at the KD Studio Theater enjoying Paul J. Williams at Eddie Sarfaty, who headlines his benefit for the Gay and Lesbian Task Force.
UPDATE
Radio brunch: The Rick and RJ Radio Show on Rational Radio 1360AM broadcasts live during Sunday brunch at Catalina from 11–1 p.m. Brunch is $28 per person includes cold seafood and salad buffet, hot entrees and most importantly, bottomless Mimosas.
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Thank you, AWJ!!
I’m so excited! This page contains people I know and respect. Arnold, we can’t wait to hear about the new theater. Did you wear a tux? Did you see Laura? What was she wearing?
Rick and RJ’s show during brunch at the Catalina from 11–1 p.m. is a terrific way to spend your Sunday morning. Both Rick and RJ are as sharp as whips. They know their stuff and are very informed on many fronts, especially politically-charged shenanigans that we’ve all been subjected to in America and equality for all. Plus, you get that bottomless mimosa and great food. What could be better? Rational Radio continues to grow its talent and proudly has a very diverse staff. We’re thrilled that Rick and RJ can now be heard on Sunday mornings from 11-1 p.m. on 1360AM. Don’t miss ‘em!
Paul J. Williams is brilliant! We love him and his many personalities. Go see him!
I just heard from the opera that there WERE tickets for under $2,500 available on opening night, but they were of course hard to come by — by last week, it was probably scalpers’ delight. But you can still get tickets for subsequent performances for as little as $30.