Lots of fun stuff going on in the art world this weekend, from local, hand-crafted art to Egyptian artifacts, so let's jump right into it!
Dallas Museum of Art is extending its hours of operation this weekend to mark the last few days that the King Tut exhibit will be around. The "Tut Around the Clock" event includes 34 hours of access to the Golden Age of the Pharoahs extravaganza, kicking off with a midnight closing on Friday that features an Egyptian belly dance performance and museum tours. When the doors open again at 9 a.m. Saturday, they won't close until 7 p.m. Sunday, the final day of the Tut revelry. And the fabulosity doesn't end there -- half-price tickets will be available from midnight Saturday until 7:30 a.m. Sunday, for all you late owls/early birds.
If you want to enjoy your art out of doors, the Nasher Scupture Center kicked off its Summer at the Nasher events earlier this month. The recession-friendly Thursday Nights Free runs from 5 to 10 p.m. and features DJ Jeff Mitchell spinning tunes at 5, alfresco dining in the Nasher Cafe, also beginning at 5, Yoga in the Garden at 6 and sketching in the garden at 7. All free, including admission into the venue!
This Saturday is Etsy Dallas' latest shopping event. The Spring Bash Crafts Show goes down at South Side on Lamar from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Some fun crafters that we've spotlighted in Quick, such as Nerdbomber, Harrilu and Pamela Michelle will be among the more than 50 artisans selling their wares -- everything from buttons and jewelry to clothing and wallets. Shop local and check 'em out.
Artfest is back to take over Fair Park, and this year it's going to the dogs. For the first time in its 40-year history, the outdoor event is welcoming dogs, as long as they're on a leash ... and don't lift their leg near artwork. More than 200 artists will have pieces on display and ready to sell, and live bands and cultural performances are scheduled for the May 22-24 event. General admission is $6 a day, but the first person to e-mail their name and address to ffleurima@quickdfw.com will win two passes good for Artfest admission all weekend long.
Billboard story here. Seems that Arlington's GS Boyz, creators of the "Stanky Legg" (and apparent winners of Jimmy Fallon's heart), are breaking into the big time. They're up in the Best Group category against Day 26, N.E.R.D., The Roots and Three 6 Mafia. I see Jamie Foxx's name in the big list of nominees, as well. Good on 'em!
GS Boyz are also nominated for Next Big Thing at Quick's Big Thing.
Were you captured by our cameras this past weekend at Bryan Street Tavern? Click on the picture to see Quick's Club Cam slideshow. And check back next Thursday for a new Club Cam photo slideshow.
Singer-songwriters don't get much more soulful than Amos Lee. The Philadelphia native has a string of lovely folk-soul albums, starting with his self-titled debut in 2005. His latest is Last Days at the Lodge, released last year. (If you're unfamiliar, his charming "Sweet Pea" is featured on an AT&T commercial.) 9 p.m. Granada Theater, 3524 Greenville Ave. $22.50. granadatheater.com.
Dallas duo Something in the Wheel plays country and bluegrass that's so sweet and earnest, you might feel a little like hugging them after the show. Just be sure and ask first, OK? With Camille Cortinas. 9 p.m. at City Tavern, 1402 Main St. 214-745-1402 or citytaverndowntown.com. myspace.com/somethinginthewheel.
The third-annual Crescent Spring Celebration features an art auction, fashion by Stanley Korshak, wine tastings, cocktails and dishes from award-winning chefs. 6 to 10 p.m. at the Crescent Fountain, Rosewood Crescent Hotel, 400 Crescent Court. $75, benefitting Big Thought, a nonprofit learning partnership. crescentspringcelebration.com.
Watch what is easily the funniest baseball game of the year when The Ticket crew plays The Great Game at Dr. Pepper Ballpark, off the tollway in Frisco. Team Musers take on Team Hardline at 7:05 p.m. $10. 972-334-1993. theticket.com.
DJ Pollux at Suite. 10 p.m. 4515 Travis St. No cover. 972-977-4045 for reservations. suitedallas.com.
First-anniversary party at Aura. Complimentary drinks from 9 to 10 p.m. DJs including Avi and Rev will spin. 9 p.m. 2912 McKinney Ave. No cover. 214-220-2872. aurauptowndallas.com.
Summer Kickoff college night party at Purgatory. The Vegas-themed party includes blackjack, poker and roulette tables. Doors open at 10 p.m. 2208 Main St. $10 for guys, $5 for girls. 972-567-3068. accessdallas.com.
DJ Michael Jerome at the Industry Bar. Complimentary remix CDs for ladies. $3 you-call-its. 10 p.m. 5427 Belt Line Road, Addison. 972-503-4637. industrybardallas.com.
The Strippers Ball at Plush, for all strip club employees. The weekly bikini contest to find Plush Divas for the 2010 Plush calendar continues. 9 p.m. 1400 Main St. No cover. 214-606-1203. plushdallas.com.
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