Black Academy of Arts & Letters
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Downtown
Music, Art, History, Literature, Local Culture, Religion, Photography
Visits free. Show prices vary, call or see website for details.
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Black Academy of Arts & Letters
African-American theater
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650 South Griffin Street Dallas Convention Center Theatre Complex Dallas, TX 75202 |
+1 214 743 2440 Fax: +1 214 743 2450 |
Description
Founded in 1979, this nonprofit organization was formerly known as the Junior Black Academy of Arts and Letters. Today it gives Dallas a variety of cultural offerings and is the best attended of Dallas' African-American theaters. Most of the performances are touring shows on the national Black Theater Circuit. An annual tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr. features local gospel choirs, international drum and dance by the KanKouran West African Dance company, poetry, art, and many film screenings. Offices and performance space are located inside the Dallas Convention Center complex. Cost varies per type of production.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: M-F 10a-4p, performances are held nightly at 8p with matinees at 3pNotes: Performances are held nightly at 8pm with matinees at 3pm. Box office open 9a - 5:30pm (M-F). Gallery open Tues - Fri: 10am - 4pm, Sat: noon - 4pm.
Visit Time: 2hr-3hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free
Price Notes: Visits free. Show prices vary, call or see website for details.
Payment Types: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX, DISCOVER
Exposure
Indoor with climate control.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Best Modes of Transportation:
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Parking Availability: Yes
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