Go to the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center just to admire its stunning architecture or visit to listen to a concert of classical music performed by world-class musicians. This prized venue in Dallas’ sleek Arts District hosts the Dallas Symphony Orchestra for over 180 concerts each year, as well as welcoming in a program of touring performers.
Marvel at the cutting-edge design of the center, which was opened in 1989 in response to the need for a major arts venue in the city. Architect I.M Pei, the creator of the Louvre Pyramid, designed the space with acoustician Russell Johnson. Curves of glass flow out of a large and pale stone cube, with a geometric archway framing the entrance.
Take a seat in the Eugene McDermott Concert Hall for one of the dozens of concerts held in the space each year. The room was created with adjustable canopies, which are moved to create greater sonic clarity, according to size and sound of the bands playing here. Revel in the perfectly engineered acoustics as the musicians begins to play.
On your way to your seat, look to the walls to spot public artworks lining the center. Seek out a painting of George Gershwin by Andy Warhol.
The symphony center is part of the trendy Dallas Arts District, which features several other venues. Take some time to explore the other attractions in the area. The Winspear Opera House, the Moody Performance Hall and the Nasher Sculpture Center are just a few of the other highlights in this artistic hub. Enjoy a vast collection of paintings, statues and design pieces in the expansive Dallas Museum of Art, on the edge of the district.
The Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center is located just outside Downtown Dallas and is located next to a stop on the city’s DART public transportation system. Walk here in just 20 minutes from Downtown sights such as the Dallas Holocaust Museum or drive and use the valet parking. Visit the center’s website to see what’s on during your trip to Dallas.
