Quirky nonprofit theater space for low-brow comedy, experimental musical theater, dance labs, and film screenings. It’s a little rough around the edges, but at least the beer is cheap.
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America’s oldest performing arts center is totally exciting and progressive (imagine that!). The creative campus includes an indie cinema, cafe, and theaters where live music, dance, film, and theater collide. A shining cultural landmark.
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Catch old classics, foreign films from the great auteurs, indie flicks, and local productions year-round at this expertly curated theater.
Once an actual silent movie theater with a storied past, the local cinephile staple is the place to go for all things cult — from Jerry Lewis retrospectives to blaxploitation film series. Check out double-feature Fridays and music Thursdays.
Old art deco movie theater in East Dallas that features everything from films and concerts to private/corporate events.
This diamond in the rough stages small-time burlesque, comedy, film screenings, and more. A wee venue with ’20s charm and surly cocktail servers, rent it out for less than 100 clams.
Looking for where the wild things are? Check this ecoconscious collective, which presents art in the gallery and plays and movies in the theater.
Downtown community center books bands, lectures, forums, film screenings, and more with an indie bent (it’s for the kids!) on the cheap.
Modern acts. Vintage concession stand. Little Five’s premier music and theater venue hosts an eclectic mix of plays, cooking demos, and music.
A changing schedule of events and movies, including the Independent Film Festival.