Located on North Center Street in Arlington, Arlington Music Hall has been at the center of cultural activities from the time it was built in 1949. This historic venue opened with the screening of the classic movie Seabiscuit, and subsequently was host to a number of concerts and theatrical performances through the years. Today, the auditorium is home to the Arlington Country Music Revue and Symphony Arlington. Completely renovated and equipped with state-of-the-art sound and light technology, watching a show here can't be beat.
As the cornerstone of the Arts District, the Dallas Museum Of Art holds a renowned collection of timeless exhibits. Permanent displays include ancient Mediterranean art, contemporary art, European paintings and more. A multitude of temporary exhibitions takes you on a thought-provoking journey. Previous displays have included everything from Degas to Picasso, the works of David Weisner, and myriad contemporary artists. Today the establishment is a highly-ranked American institution that lives up to its mission of showcasing human creativity and educating the community.
The works of contemporary abstractionists, folk artists and photographers fill the Barry Whistler Gallery located in downtown Dallas, near City Hall. Barry was once curator of the Dallas Museum of Art. He opened his own gallery in 1986 with previous artists' shows including Helen Altman and the Art Guys. Other recent exhibitions have included Visions, featuring 14 contemporary artists, and Wet Paint, displaying the works of Michael Miller, Ann Stautberg, Lorraine Tady and Susan Wanklyn.
Enjoy seeing wax replicas of some of your favorite celebrities at this combined Wax/Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum. The Ripley's Believe It or Not! portion of the museum holds such unusual wonders as a seven-foot Leaning Tower of Pisa. This site truly has something for every taste. There are movie scenes from Gone with the Wind and The Wizard of Oz and a beautiful exhibit on the Life of Christ. The horror section may make you jump. House sculptor Peter Carsillo is a former makeup artist who does a wonderful job creating the wax characters.
Often referred to as "The Entertainment Capital of Texas," Six Flags offers 200 acres (809,371 square meters) of rides, shows and attractions. For many years, this family amusement park has delighted Texans and others from around the world. Favorites include the 109-foot-tall (33 meters) "Batman the Ride," which travels up to 50 miles per hour (80 kilometers per hour) and exciting re-creations of the Wild West complete with gunslingers in an action-filled street shootout. Rates and seasonal hours vary, especially in winter.
Addison Improv Comedy Club is a great place to unwind, but be careful: your sides might ache from laughter. The venue often features national acts and is exactly what you would expect from a popular comedy club—very dim lights and not a bad seat in the house. Cloth napkins add a touch of elegance. The Improv's menu is quite impressive, with something for all tastes and appetites. Appetizers include popcorn shrimp, chicken fingers and nachos. The menu also includes salads, pasta dishes, grilled chicken, burgers and steaks. Of course it wouldn't be a comedy club without a bar, which carries beer, wine and mixed drinks.