The Tobin Center for the Performing Arts in San Antonio is celebrating a decade of culture and entertainment with a season lineup that sparkles with Broadway shows, dance numbers and theater productions. In a bold move, the Center has thrown open its doors to the public for its 10th-anniversary gala, breaking from the tradition of exclusive invites to VIPs and donors.
"A decade ago, we opened our doors with a vision of transforming San Antonio’s cultural landscape," said Mike Fresher, President and CEO of the Tobin Center, in a statement that underscored the venue's contribution of over $200 million to the local economy and the support of 650 jobs annually. The venue marked its anniversary with pomp, showing off its tech-savvy adjustable auditorium floor, swapping out rows of seating for a more intimate setup of tables and lounge areas for guests to nosh on hors d'oeuvres and sip cocktails.
A highlight of the forthcoming season is the theater production trio by Tobin's own 100A Productions, featuring "The Lifespan of a Fact," "Talley’s Folly," and "The Revolutionists," as reported by San Antonio Report. The dance series doesn't lag with stunning performances by the likes of Twyla Tharp Dance, Argentine sensation Malevo, and Ballet San Antonio's rendition of "Don Quixote".
Adding to the sparkle are Broadway hits like "Shrek the Musical" and "Dear Evan Hansen," under the Frost Bank Signature Series, promising to pack the house with theatergoers. In hues of the extraordinary, the lineup includes events like "Ghost Hunters," and "Ancient Aliens Live," for those who like their entertainment with a side of the mysterious. On the musical front, George Thorogood and the Destroyers will share the stage with the Robert Cray Band for a night that promises, to rock the house.
The educational outreach hasn't been forgotten amidst the glitz of performance arts. The Generation Next initiative continues its mission with shows like "Jazzreach: Miles Davis and the Blue Flame Incident" and "Momix’s Alice" tailored specifically for school audiences, according to Kimberly Stephenson, Tobin Center director of education. As Mike Fresher aptly put it, "At the Tobin, there's more, because there's always more." Complete details of the upcoming season are up for grabs on the Tobin Center's website.
