Crowd at the park in 2009. Photo courtesy of Shakespeare Dallas.
Shakespeare Dallas announced its Music in the Park lineup, and the final event is a special listening experience with The Polyphonic Spree.
Tim DeLaughter, the band’s lead singer, will “conduct a unique ‘Listening Experience'” of the album Salvage Enterprise.
That event is April 16. But leading up to it, Brandon Carr, aka “Cosmic Cowboy,” and Maya Piata will perform.
Carr performed at The Polyphonic Spree Holiday Extravaganza and will bring to Samuell-Grand Amphitheater “classic country tunes reimagined,” according to the event description. Piata, who has opened for Arlo Parks and Rebirth Brass Band, is a “soulstress staple” in Dallas.
Gates will open at 7:15 p.m. April 14-16, and sets start at 8:30 p.m.
All performances will be at 1500 Tension Parkway, which is also where Shakespeare Dallas hosts Shakespeare in the Park. The organization celebrated its 50th season last year and recently announced changes in leadership, including a new executive director and search for a new artistic director.
There will be vendors selling refreshments at Music in the Park, but it’s also OK to bring your own food and drinks. Tickets cost $25 for Carr’s show (April 14) and Piata’s show (April 15), but tickets to the Salvage Enterprise listening session are donation-based.
According to The Polyphonic Spree’s website, the band is performing at the Longhorn Ballroom on July 15. The new album and old favorites will be played to celebrate the band’s 23rd birthday. More information about the spring lineup at the historic venue is available here.
