Reliant Lights Your Holidays Rescheduled for THIS FRIDAY 12-13-13!

Now that Dallas' very own winter wonderland has subsided we are pleased to announce the rescheduled date for the Reliant Lights Your Holiday event to be held at the AT&T Performing Arts Center in One Arts Plaza.

This spectacular event will me magical to witness, but will also bring you and your family one step closer to the holiday spirit!


Reliant is lighting up a new holiday tradition at the AT&T Performing Arts Center, they’ll be illuminating the Center’s campus with 250,000 dazzling LED lights to celebrate the holiday season. The FREE festival includes the Southwest Airlines Holiday Concert and Fireworks Spectacular with live music performances. Take advantage of photos with Santa, holiday crafts for kids, animals from the Dallas Zoo, and a winter wonderland with real snow!

And before the show, you can feast on tasty treats, or warming holiday cocktails at One Arts Plazas many restaurants.  We look forward to spending this magical night with you and your family!

UPCOMING EVENTS AT ONE ARTS


Friday, December 6 - Reliant Energy, in association with the AT&T PAC, is hosting “Reliant Lights Your Holiday”. This free, family friendly event will be held in front of the Winspear on Friday, December 6th from 5 - 9pm.  

During the holiday festivities you may also enjoy the Southwest Airlines Holiday Concert and Fireworks Spectacular featuring a live performance by country music star JACK INGRAM!  If that weren't enough, the celebration will also include photos with Santa, holiday crafts for kids, animals from the Dallas Zoo, and a winter wonderland with real snow!  

Come down early to One Art's Plaza and enjoy wonderful fare, spirits, and spectacular ambiance at any one of the One Art's highly acclaimed restaurants followed by this wonderful Holiday Tradition!!!


A FEW KEY PERFORMANCES IN THE ARTS DISTRICT YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS:

Nov 29 - Dec 8 - Texas Ballet Theater’s The Nutcracker at the Winspear

Dec 4 - Come Ye To Bethlehem at the Myerson Symphony Center

Dec 7 - Park Cities Dance presents Holiday Sweets at the City Performance Hall

Dec 11-22 - Porgy & Bess at the Winspear Opera House. This classic Broadway musical makes a revival at the Winspear for a limited engagement this holiday. 

For more information and a full schedule of events in the entire Arts District please visit http://www.thedallasartsdistrict.org/event-listing

Miyazaki Beef Zukushi Dinner with Teiichi and Bruno Davaillon at Tei An's at One Arts Plaza

You are invited to a Special Dinner featuring Miyazaki Beef and two of Dallas most prestigious chefs.
Miyazaki Beef is a type of Japanese bred Beef from southern Japan that has been surpassing Kobe Beef in competition for years and it is claimed to be one of the best Beef in the world.

The  spectacular menu will feature five Miyazaki Beef courses , followed by a stunning dessert.

Chef Teiichi and Chef Bruno Davaillon of Rosewood Manison on Turtle Creek, have partnered to present you a heaven on earth!

5 Star  Chef Teiichi, a James Beard Semi-Finalist, and Michelin Star Chef Bruno, a James Beard Finalist, will serve a fabulous 6 course dinner beautifully combining their Japanese and French influences to bring out the best of this finest ingredients.
This will be truly a "Once in a life time" event, and you can't miss it!

Sunday, November 24th, 6:30pm

$185 ++ per person,

Seating is very limited, please RSVP

214-220-2828 (Tei-An)


This Week at Dallas' Own ONE ARTS DISTRICT...


DON'T MISS MIDNIGHT AT THE MUSEUMS IN THE DALLAS ARTS DISTRICT...

 In case you are unaware, Dallas' Arts District is open late the third Friday of every month for the lovers of art.  If the art doesn't go home...then why should you?  The Dallas Museum of Art, Nasher Sculpture Center, and the Crow Collection of Asian Art host a late night experience at their facilities.  The Museum's are open until  from 6pm until midnight. This event is sure to offer hundreds of experiences for visitors of all ages with performances, concerts, readings, film screenings, tours, family programs, and more!

 Dallas Museum of Art

 Throughout the night, enjoy music, talks, films, readings, and family activities inspired by the work of Edward Hopper. DMA Partners can get a sneak peek of Hopper Drawing: A Painter’s Process.

 Nasher Sculpture Center

Who doesn't love a great movie with their art?  At the Nasher you can enjoy both.  The Nasher Late Night experience will have you on sensory overload!  While embracing a movie night on their well manicured lawn you can also take in the lovely art on display which surrounds your movie going experience...a must not miss event in the Dallas area.

The Nasher Late Night Experience...

Crow Collection of Asian Art

Currently at the Crow exhibit you can witness the China.Porsche which has been on display since Saturday, October 05, 2013 and will continue until to be showcased until Sunday, May 25, 2014. Patron Magazine, based out of Dallas/Fort Worth, recently featured this exhibit in there pages that reflect upon contemporary art, culture, and design.

Ma Jun (b. 1974), china.porsche, 2011. Painted fiberglass, steel, and wood. Collection of Trammell S. Crow.

 FREE ADMISSION INTO MUSEUMS (some special exhibitions require an admission ticket )

 We will see you this Friday, November 15th.  Please join us for dinner at any one of Dallas' One Arts Plaza restaurants prior to your Late Night Experience to make your evening that more enjoyable.

 One dining destination, five delicious options. Take advantage of our Art Cart to shuttle you to and from the events and venues. 

Fedora - Upscale Italian - 214-999-0009
Jorge's -  Tex/Mex - 214-720-2211
Tei An -   Japanese - 214-220-2828
The Greek - Pita/ Meze/ Wine - 214-999-1311
Café des Artistes -  French Bistro - 214-217-6888

2013 Artist v Architect

Please join us on Thursday, November 14, 2013 for the Artist v Architect collaborative event experience hosted at One Arts Plaza. A public exhibition of all work created by local artists & architects will be on display beginning Monday, November 4 through Sunday, November 24, 2013.

Artist v Architect is a one of-a-kind exhibition and auction serving as a platform to celebrate the creativity of the modern world of art and architecture. Featuring local emerging and known artists and architects chosen by a panel of experts in the field of art and architecture, they creatively and collaboratively “duel” it out with their industry peers. All mediums of art, furniture and architectural models are featured and auctioned off via silent and live auction in order to benefit a charitable organization.

 We are pleased to announce that the 2013 auction beneficiary is Family Compass. All auction proceeds raised on the night of November 14, 2013 will go directly to Family Compass.

 Tickets are now available. Click here!

When:  November 14, 2013
Location:  1717 Arts Plaza, Dallas TX (Commercial Lobby)
Time:  7 - 10 pm
Cost:  $75 for general admission, $125 for VIP admission
Benefiting:  Family Compass:  whose mission is to protect children from child abuse and neglect.

 This truly is an event you won't want to miss!

Lucilo Pena Receives the TACA's Silver Cup Award for 2014

2014 Silver Cup Award recipients were announced recently by TACA to the One Arts Plaza's very own Lucilo Pena.  The TACA Silver Cup Award is presented to those who have made outstanding contributions to the arts in Dallas.

Peña, president and architect at Billingsley Development Company, is well versed in the area of stewardship and mentoring in the Dallas arts community.  He sits on numerous boards throughout the Arts District; he is a trustee for the Dallas Museum of Art (DMA), chair of the building committee for the DMA, serves on the program advisory committee for the Nasher Sculpture Center, member of the president's advisory council for the AT&T Performing Arts Center.  He also serves as a founding member of the development excellence committee for the North Texas Council of Governments, a director of the Dallas Architectural Forum, and is a member of Downtown 360 for the City of Dallas. 


Thank you Lucilo Pena for continuing to be a tireless supporter of the arts,culture, and communities of Dallas and North Texas!

This Week at One Arts Plaza


What an exciting week thus far at One Arts Plaza... and it's only TUESDAY!  Newsworthy announcements:

LUCY CROW BILLINGSLEY
Dallas Developer Lucy Crow Billingsley was presented with the 2013 H. Neil Mallon Award for her individual efforts in establishing a stronger Dallas-Fort Worth international reputation.  The Mallon Award is presented by the World Affairs Council of Dallas-Fort Worth and given to a person who embodies an excellence in promoting the international focus of North Texas as an international gateway for business, industry and diplomatic relations.

Mrs. Billingsley is not only an accomplished commercial real estate powerhouse in the Arts District and North Texas, but is also the founder and director of Chiapas International, a microfinance nonprofit founded in 2003.  Since the organizations inception it has provided more than $5 million in seed money to 242,000 women entrepreneurs around the globe.


Congratulations, Lucy on a job well done!

GEORGE KAIHO
Recently, Dallas' own Tei An, a Soba House and authentic Japanese restaurant located in One Arts Plaza, has announced George Kaiho as their new Bar Manager and house Mixologist.  George has a keen pallet as it relates to spirits and pairing in the culinary world and lends his creativity to the overall Tei An experience.  To get an idea of his creativity check out his blog where you can find recipes that are sure to keep you wanting more!


Congratulations George!  Welcome to the One Arts family!


AURORA 2013 WAS A HUGE SUCCESS AT DALLAS' ONE ARTS PLAZA!

Last Friday was such a great turnout at One Art’s Plaza!  All of the exhibits were inspiring and the atmosphere was full of energy.  Not only was the event a success but we also had some local area talent posting their experiences and images to the One Art’s Plaza Instagram for our #Aurora2013 @OneArtsPlaza image contest.  We are pleased to announce our winners:
  • Cruzmndza
  • Nexxtnick
  • Madras76
  • Traciwood77
  • Uptownconsignment

The exhibitors were amazing but we might be a little biased to the artist on display at One Arts Plaza, Peter William Holden.  His AutoGene display mesmerized the audience at Aurora 2013!!!

 
Thank you again for all that attended this year's Aurora exhibit!  We are grateful to have spent a lovely evening with you all enjoying the crisp fall weather, amazing ambiance, and whimsical art featured!


Dallas Arts Districts Fall Block Party and Aurora Lights Exhibit This Friday!

EVENT DETAILS:
Date:  Friday, October 18th
Time:  6pm – Midnight, Installation Exhibits begin at 7pm

FALL BLOCK PARTY:  This Friday, October 18th, is THE Fall Block Party you will not want to miss nestled in the heart of the Dallas Arts District!  This party not only combines Late Night at the Dallas Museum of Art, ‘til Midnight at the Nasher Sculpture Center, and the Crow Collection After Dark festivities but offers free general admission, music, movies, and live entertainment! 

 
AURORA LIGHT EXHIBIT:   The Dallas Morning News is hosting its annual Aurora exhibit, Light of Convergence 2013 in the Dallas Arts District.  The entire 68-acre footprint will showcase various artists using the natural surroundings provided by the District’s landscape in order to display their work.  One Arts Plaza is proud to be one of the many highlighted locations for this year’s exhibit, which includes the Dallas Museum of Art, the Winspear Opera House, the Wyly Theater, the Meyerson Symphony Center, Klyde Warren Park and more.  Patrons should expect a multi-sensory and participatory experience from dozen of exhibits that are sure to be unexpected and magical to witness!  This is an event you cannot miss.

Do not miss the 3D Printed Sculpture SculptCAD Rapid Artist in the One Arts Plaza Lobby. 

DINING: One Arts Plaza has you covered no matter what your dining preferences might be! From Jorge’s fine Mexican cuisine and famous margaritas, to Tei An’s exquisite Japanese inspired menu and atmosphere, all the way to the Greek’s ability to take you home to Greece with each culinary bite, or to Fedora’s unique ability to bring the authentic taste of Italy made-to-order to your plate, and finally to completely your world culinary experience we bring you to Café des Artistes, a French bistro with its own beautiful Parisian flare. One Arts Plaza is sure to not disappoint your culinary taste buds!
PARKING AND EXPLORING THE EXHIBIT:  Please feel free to utilize the valet parking at One Arts Plaza on the north side near the 7-Eleven.  The cost for valet will be $5 and attendees will be able to enter both events from any point in the District and can create their own path of artistic enjoyment through art, live entertainment, museums, and all the uniqueness the District has to offer.

The Place To Be for TEXAS / OU Weekend!


What’s happening this weekend in Dallas?  Unless you have been hiding under a rock since 1900 you would know that the TX/OU Red River Rivalry is happening this weekend in Big D!  For those of you who will be celebrating this tradition in Dallas come out and visit us at One Art’s Plaza in Dallas, TX.  There are several restaurants that are note worthy and sure to tease and pleasure even the most refined of pallets while you witness the 2013 rivalry being televised.

Jorge’s located in One Arts Plaza will honor HAPPY HOUR prices with $5 Margaritas & 1/2 off Nachos!  Jorge's has the BEST margaritas in Dallas...it is a must!!!  Address:  1722 Routh St., Dallas 75201.  See you there!

Renee Rouleau featured in Fitness magazine!


 We are so excited to see One Arts Plaza's very own facial guru Renee Rouleau featured in Fitness magazine!  Rouleau shared 5 tips for better skin - especially during the winter months. Did you know that sitting in front of a fireplace could be dehydrating? And, you don't want to miss her special AHA Smoothing Serum.  Swipe one pump of the glycolic acid serum on your elbows and feet before bedtime to dissolve dead skin cells while you sleep!  Find out more on ReneeRouleau.com

New Jorge's Extended Happy Hour


This January and February, enjoy Jorge's extended Happy Hour on Monday-Friday from 2pm-7pm! Sip on $5 house margaritas, $5 house wines & well drinks, $5 draft beer, $4 import beer, $3 domestic beer, and $5 margaritas ALL DAY on Mondays.  A perfect place for your next gathering with friends or work happy hour! We'll see you there.

The Holidays With Cafe des Artistes



We loved taking a peek inside one of Dallas' favorite new restaurants, Cafe des Artistes, to see their holiday decor here at One Arts Plaza! It's decorated so beautifully this month and we hope you can enjoy a holiday happy hour or dinner with those near and dear to you and enjoy the ambiance.   Our favorites: the bar (so elegant), the menus (so creative), and the player piano (so fun)!

Be sure to visit their new website here for hours, reservations, and menu information.  Wishing you the happiest of holidays from everyone here at One Arts Plaza! Cheers!















Holiday Tamales at Jorge's


Don't miss a Jorge's holiday tradition- TAMALES!  Enjoy delicious handmade tamales at Jorge's for just $20/doz.  This includes a side of Jorge's Signature Salsa, Ranchero Sauce, or Queso.  The tamale options are: traditional pork, chicken, or Rajas-shredded peppers and Oaxaca cheese.

Order your holiday tamales from Jorge's through December 23rd.  Order them today and receive them in 24 hours while supplies last!

Give the Gift of Beauty this Year with Renee Rouleau



  HOLIDAY BEAUTY ROUNDUP: Looking for the perfect gift this holiday season?  Try a collection of Renee Rouleau skincare products!  After visiting the skincare extraordinaire's website and choosing your skintype here, you will receive a list of recommended products.  Renee suggests starting with the basics (here) or checking out her full skincare collection (here). 

 Additionally, you could always give the gift of an in-person consultation at the One Arts Plaza Renee Rouleau spa (or even over the phone via Skype or Facetime).  You can read about Renee's Skin Prescription here  or in her recent New York Times feature here.  

And, what's on our personal wish list from Renee Rouleau?  The Triple Berry Smoothing Peel that's available in a limited edition size just for the holidays! You’ll love to give or receive this incredible skin smoothing peel in a 1 oz size, while supplies last! You can shop for Triple Berry Smoothing Peel here. 

Still not entirely certain? A gift certificate for a dollar value to spend however you’d like.  Find out more here. 


Dallas Winter Warmer

Don't miss the Dallas Winter Warmer on December 15th - a one-day craft beer festival at the AT&T Performing Arts Center sponsored by Sigel's Liquor, Beer, and Wine. The event will focus on stouts, porters, barley wines, barrel aged beers, and winter seasonals.  According to the Dallas Observer, "The Dallas Winter Warmer at the AT&T Performing Arts Center will have local breweries Community Beer Company, Firewheel Brewing, Four Corners, Franconia, Lakewood, Rahr & Sons; and several from around the state, including (512), Real Ale, Saint Arnold and Shiner. Plus, there will be 19 breweries from out of state."

Don't forget to purchase your tickets here.