North Dallas Corridor Events Calendar

Anne Shirley, an 11-year-old orphan girl, is sent by mistake to Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, siblings who had intended to adopt a boy to help them on their farm in Avonlea, Canada. This world-premiere musical of one of the best-selling books of all time follows Anne’s adventures as she grows up in a quaint small town filled with memorable characters. With her larger-than-life personality (and vocabulary) Anne learns valuable lessons as she faces challenges both big and small, while also teaching Matthew and Marilla how to become parents and better people.

When creator Zack had his first psychotic break and was diagnosed with bipolar in May 2017, he was just finishing his PhD at Stanford University — and his world imploded. Would mental illness dictate his whole life? Would everything change? Zack was underwater, and his then-girlfriend Elisa (and future co-creator) had no way of knowing whether her happy, gregarious partner-in-crime would ever resurface. One of the hardest parts about those early days was the absence of relatable, lived experiences. Zack and Elisa decided to create a play based on true stories to disrupt the stigma around mental illness. It resulted in a series of vignettes they called The Manic Monologues. The play will have its regional premiere at WTT enhanced by movement & music for the first time to bring an immersive experience of this important piece to our theater community.

The most powerful, influential, and important play of all time. William Shakespeare’s greatest tragedy takes on murder, madness, despair, revenge, and death.

“Something is rotten in the state of Denmark.” King Hamlet is dead, and his brother Claudius has taken the throne. Prince Hamlet is haunted by the ghost of his father, begging him to avenge his murder. Hamlet agrees to avenge his father’s death, but is paralyzed by the grisly task ahead. Hamlet’s family tears itself apart as their country prepares for war. Hamlet rages against the impossibility of his predicament, threatening both his sanity and the security of Denmark.

Sample all that Addison has to offer at Taste Addison, the iconic festival that dates back to 1993. The best-in-DFW experience includes national music artists, top-notch Addison eateries, wine and spirits tastings, special performances, activities for the whole family, and a chance to discover what makes Addison the live-work-play capital of North Texas. The festival happens June 2-3.  tasteaddisontexas.com

Spring Awakening explores the journey from adolescence to adulthood with a poignancy and passion that is illuminating and unforgettable. The landmark musical is an electrifying fusion of morality, sexuality, and rock and roll.

In this daring and remarkable celebration of youth and rebellion, a group of late nineteenth century German students navigate teenage self-discovery and coming of age anxiety.

Addison Kaboom Town! arrives on July 3. The dazzling, nationally renowned fireworks show takes to the skies in celebration of Independence Day. The Town watch party in Addison Circle Park will feature food and drink vendors, musical entertainment and family-friendly activities. As a townwide celebration, the festivities extend beyond the park with watch parties hosted by many of the Town’s 200 restaurants. addisonkaboomtown.com

WaterTower Theatre is extremely proud to present the World Premiere of a brand new musical filled with Hollywood glamour, romance, and intrigue. Have you ever wished you were born in a different time? Alice Chandler did. Alice does not feel like she belongs in the 21st Century, but she never dreamed that while at lunch with her best friend and writing partner, Garson Stein, a magical birthday wish would find them both instantly transported back in time to 1949 Hollywood. What do you do when you get your wish? Alice and Garson land smack in the golden age of movie musicals, where they land their dream job writing for L. B. Mayer at MGM and are surrounded by glittering stars of Hollywood, but they soon see that under all the glamour lies a studio system crumbling, the blacklist threatening their closest allies, and their eyes are opened to Hollywood’s darker side. WaterTower’s 27th season wraps up in style with Goin’ Hollywood, a big splashy musical, with a heart as big as MGM, and a totally original, catchy, jazz-tinged score.

At Addison Oktoberfest, enjoy a taste of the original Bavarian celebration with a purely Texan twist. For more than 35 years, people have donned dirndls and lederhosen (or have just come as they are) for four days of revelry in German culture, food, music and bier. Experience the sound of polka bands and other traditional entertainers on multiple stages in Addison Circle Park, and participate in special games for bier lovers, kids of all ages, dachshunds and more. Raise your favorite German stein and say, “Prost!” Addison Oktoberfest takes place Sept. 14-17.  addisonoktoberfest.com