May 10 Friday
Discover what it takes to become a space explorer and an Earth defender!
Experience life as an astronaut through hands-on activities, see real NASA artifacts and learn how scientists are defending the planet from catastrophic asteroid impacts in Surviving Space: Astronauts & Asteroids.
Night of Artists draws artists, collectors and art enthusiasts to the Briscoe for two days of unforgettable festivities on the San Antonio River Walk and kicks off one of the premier Western art exhibitions and sales in the world. Beyond the opening celebration, Night of Artists is a public exhibition and sale that spans six weeks at the Briscoe, March 24 – May 5.
From scenic landscapes, stunning wildlife and classic cowboys to inspired Native Americans and dazzling vaqueros, the wide range of artworks reflects the vast beauty of the American West – and features something for every art enthusiast. Participating artists this year include Billy Schenck, Don Oelze, Z.S. Liang, John Coleman, C. Michael Dudash, George Hallmark, Kim Wiggins, Jeremy Lipking, Bonnie Marris, Michael Ome Untiedt, Teresa Elliot, Jan Mapes, Kevin Red Star and Walter Matia.
Notable new artists and artists returning to the exhibition this year include Brandon Bailey, G. Russell Case, David Griffin, Jennifer Johnson, Huihan Liu, James Morgan, Ed Natiya, Scott Tallman Powers and Morgan Weistling.
Makers Studio on Austin Hwy is honored to present the exceptional paintings of San Antonio’s own Finis Collins. His commercial works, including the Market Square, La Quinta & SA Spurs logos have defined our city. His incredible plein-air depictions of local & regional landscapes & figures uniquely capture heart & spirit. Featuring the sculpture of Donna Dobberfuhl, notable bronze & brick artist - author of the National POW Memorial in Andersonville GA. Presidential Design Awards nominee, recognized for Artistry in Masonry by the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers and acknowledged as the creator of one of the “Significant Christ Sculptures in the United States.”
Thanks to COSA ARPA arts grant to assist artists due to impact of Covid-19, “Mutations” is body of paintings by Artist Luis Lopez.
Secure your tickets for the 9th annual Cactus Blossom Gala and Fashion Show! This Mother’s Day weekend, support mothers in the San Antonio area with a fantastic night celebrating Native American fashion, food, and culture. Proceeds of the event will go directly towards AIT-SCM’s newest initiative, Mission of Motherhood.
In the 60’s Houston folk music scene George Ensle was sharing stories, songs, and stages with Townes van Zandt, Guy Clark, and Billy Joe Shaver, just to name a few. After more than five decades he still maintains the essence of that folk tradition, the story song. His performances are filled with wit, wisdom, grit, and always hope, his edgy vocals accompanied with intricate fingerstyle guitar, resonator, and keyboard.
Co-headliner Butch Hancock has lyrically been compared to the likes of Bob Dylan, and today is a member of The Flatlanders, though primarily has performed as a solo artist. Highly regarded by his peers as one of the premier Texas singer-songwriters, he has been called “one of the finest songwriters of our time.” (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)
Gemini Ink hosts a reading and open mic night on Friday, May 10th to celebrate American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Featured authors Gemini Wahhaj and Chaitali Sen will share their powerful fiction inspired by immigration and political unrest. The evening starts with readings by Wahhaj and Sen, followed by a community open mic. Bring your poems, stories, or thoughts to share (with a 3-minute time limit). Sign-up starts at 6pm!
Enjoy a beverage and connect with fellow writers! Wine, coffee, and other refreshments will be available for purchase from Poetic Republic Cafe. We look forward to celebrating with you!
About the Featured Readers:
Gemini Wahhaj is the author of the novel The Children of this Madness and the upcoming short story collection Katy Family.
Chaitali Sen is the award-winning author of the novels The Pathless Sky and A New Race of Men from Heaven.
The Children’s Ballet of San Antonio (CBSA) invites you to a magical ball you don’t want to miss! The company will bring to life the classic Cinderella, the timeless love story, complete with a wicked stepmother, clumsy stepsisters, a fairy-godmother, and of course a handsome prince. Experience an enchanting performance for the whole family with opulent costumes, dreamlike digital and physical scenery and award-winning performers and choreographers, all set to the soaring score by Sergei Prokofiev. Taking place at the stunning Majestic Theatre on May 10 and 11, Cinderella is a dream come true that is sure to awaken child-like wonder in all ages.
A talented cast of roughly 200 young CBSA artists, ages 3-19, present this romantic fairy tale as only the Children’s Ballet can. The audience will be swept away by original Disney ballads such as “So This is Love” performed through stunning ballet artistry and incredible vocal talent transforming Cinderella into an avant-garde fairy tale classic. Classical ballet combined with an eclectic mix of awe-inspiring aerial acrobatics, hip-hop, and gymnastics create an exciting 90-minute production that will transfix even the youngest audience members.
Guests are welcome to don their finest frocks, present their prettiest princess dresses, or come as a quinceanera queen to make it a truly magical affair to remember. Upon arrival, guests can take photos with the cast and even purchase tiaras, tutus, and fairy wands on-site! All audience members are sure to be wowed by the venue: downtown’s stunning Majestic Theatre. It’s the perfect place for a Cinderella story fit for a princess!
About The Children’s Ballet of San Antonio: The award-winning Children’s Ballet of San Antonio and its sponsor school, the Dance Center of San Antonio, are the leading providers of youth dance instruction and performance opportunities in the region. In less than 10 years, CBSA performers and Dance Center students have won numerous international awards and world-renowned scholarships, and founder Vanessa Bessler is a nine-time consecutive winner of Youth America Grand Prix’s Outstanding Teacher of the Year. The Dance Center was recently recognized as among the top 2.5 percent of ballet institutions in the nation. Catch young superstars in the making at The Children’s Ballet of San Antonio’s inspiring, family-friendly professional-level productions.
Get ready for a night of hilarious fun for a cause! Join us as we celebrate SAEP college graduates alongside SAEP’s 35th anniversary. The night will be hosted by Ryan Lugalia-Hollon, CEO of Up Partnership, and will feature performances from award-winning teacher and slam poet Joaquin Zihuatanejo, alongside local comedians, Carlos Maestas and Tori Pool.
This will be a recurring event on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month.