Arts Alive San Antonio

NEWS ROUNDUP. Aug. 8, 2025

It’s summer time and the arts front is not as lively as usual. Let’s start with music. While the other music ensembles go on vacation, for the OLMOS Ensemble summer is the active season.
Four concerts are scheduled: Baroque Sonatas (Aug. 10); American Wind Quintets (Aug. 17);
A Trio of Trios (Aug. 24) and Anton Nel Returns (Aug. 31). Returning guest artists and “new friends” will join the ensemble’s core musicians in performing chamber music masterpieces spanning centuries, from J.S. Bach to living composers. The core ensemble consists of
 violinist Eric Gratz; flutist Mark Teplitsky; clarinetist Illya Shterenberg and bassoonist Jeff Garza.
Guest artists include pianist Anton Nel, Scott Cuellar and others. (Concerts start at 3 p.m. at First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Antonio at 7150 I-10, 78213; free) For more info visit
www.olmosensemble.com/)

Renaissance with the Stars includes a dancing competition where local celebrities from the San Antonio area are matched with professional dance partners. They’ll perform, on the stage of the Tobin Center, and both a panel of judges and the audience will determine the winners. A variety of musical and dance entertainers will appear throughout the show. (Aug. 9 at 6 p.m.; Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 115 Auditorium Circle, 78205; 210-223-8624) For more info contact the San Antonio Area African American Community Fund at 210-334-1320 or visit www.saaaacf.org)

Unheard-Of is a group of friends led by local pianist, Daniel Anastasio. Based in New York, they work with composers of new works. The concert will feature new works by Peter Cramer and Reiko Fueting, as well as selections from “the Quartet for the End of Time” by Olivier Messiaen.
(Aug. 9 at 7 -8:30 p.m. at Mission San Jose Church, 701 E. Pyron Sve.; for more info call 210-922-0543; www.MissionSan.JoseChurch.org)

Regina Spektor’s Midsummer Daydream Tour will stop at the Tobin Center this week.
(Aug. 8 at 8 p.m.; Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle; tickets are $43 at tickets@tobincenter.org
210-223-8624.)

At the Majestic Theater you can catch Kevin Kaarl’s Ultra Sodade Tour 2025. He’s a prominent Mexican independent folk music figure, born in 2000, in Meoqui, Chihuahua. His music is said to transcend borders, with millions of global streams. He is one of Latin America’s authentic Gen Z voices. (Kevin Kaarl Ultra Sodade Tour 2025; (Aug. 28 at 7:30 p.m.; doors open at 6:30 p.m.; tickets at majesticempire.com)

Live Music on Deck at Arcadia Live will entertain patrons every Friday night through September 5. In addition, you can enjoy happy-hour prices on beer. wine and margaritas. Different entertainers will be featured, including Carlos and Dan; Grant Wesley Trio; Mike Kasberg, and others; free;( Arcadia Live Theater, 717 Water St. in Kerrville. boxoffice@thearcadialive.org.)

 “Keep the Wolves Away” is a well-known song by Austin country/rock band Uncle Lucius that will perform at Stable Hall today at 7 p.m. (307 Pearl Parkway); tickets are $25-$87; www.stablehall.com

Here’s an invitation from the AGARITA Chamber Players Ensemble. They are inviting music lovers to an intimate evening of chamber works performed by the Unheard-Of and Part Ensembles at the AGARITA Loft. AGARITA’s Daniel Anastasio will also join the performers. (Aug. 11 at 7 p.m.; Agarita Loft; August 13 at 6 p.m. For free tickets visit www.agarita.org.)

On the theater front you’ll be intrigued by Jump-Start’s 8×8 Cabaret du Jump. The company will re-erect the-8-foot cube -that theatergoers saw on other occasions – and fill it with 8-minute performances that feature different styles and themes. It’s a decade-long tradition.
to find out more call 210-227-5867 or email info@jump-start.org (Jump-Starts is at 710 Fredericksburg Rd., 78201.)

Visual Arts: The Dock Space Gallery presents “The Unseen Journey” by Juan Vallejo, a San-Antonio artist. This collection of works reflects his personal journey as a migrant worker.
(Opening reception is Aug. 9, 6-9 p.m. as part of the Second Saturday Artwalk in the Lone Star Art District. Beyond that, the exhibit will be up though August and the gallery will be open by appointment; call 210-723-3048.)

The San Antonio Museum of Art -SAMA- has announced that it has again achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition awarded to the nation’s museums. Of the nation’s estimated 33,000 museums, roughly 1,100 are currently AAM accredited. Nice to know!  

The San Antonio Art League + Museum has announced that fiber artist Susie Monday has been named the 2025 Artist of the Year. The award celebrates excellence across all artistic disciplines and this year shines a much-deserved spotlight on the expressive power of art. Monday will have a solo exhibition of fiber art opening Sept. 14. (For more info go to www.saalm.org

CNTR/ City is calling San Antonio professionals to participate in “Cocktails and Conversation” at the Tobin Center on August 20^th to welcome Dr. Steve Nivin, of St. Maty’s University to discuss the economic impact of the arts in San Antonio, and share emerging trends shaping the creative industry. (Aug. 20, 4:30 p.m. at the Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle, 78205.
—————————————————————————————————————————-NEWS ROUNDUP. Aug. 8, 2025

It’s summer time and the arts front is not as lively as usual. Let’s start with music. While the other music ensembles go on vacation, for the OLMOS Ensemble summer is the active season.
Four concerts are scheduled: Baroque Sonatas (Aug. 10); American Wind Quintets (Aug. 17);
A Trio of Trios (Aug. 24) and Anton Nel Returns (Aug. 31). Returning guest artists and “new friends” will join the ensemble’s core musicians in performing chamber music masterpieces spanning centuries, from J.S. Bach to living composers. The core ensemble consists of
 violinist Eric Gratz; flutist Mark Teplitsky; clarinetist Illya Shterenberg and bassoonist Jeff Garza.
Guest artists include pianist Anton Nel, Scott Cuellar and others. (Concerts start at 3 p.m. at First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Antonio at 7150 I-10, 78213; free) For more info visit
www.olmosensemble.com/)

Renaissance with the Stars includes a dancing competition where local celebrities from the San Antonio area are matched with professional dance partners. They’ll perform, on the stage of the Tobin Center, and both a panel of judges and the audience will determine the winners. A variety of musical and dance entertainers will appear throughout the show. (Aug. 9 at 6 p.m.; Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 115 Auditorium Circle, 78205; 210-223-8624) For more info contact the San Antonio Area African American Community Fund at 210-334-1320 or visit www.saaaacf.org)

Unheard-Of is a group of friends led by local pianist, Daniel Anastasio. Based in New York, they work with composers of new works. The concert will feature new works by Peter Cramer and Reiko Fueting, as well as selections from “the Quartet for the End of Time” by Olivier Messiaen.
(Aug. 9 at 7 -8:30 p.m. at Mission San Jose Church, 701 E. Pyron Sve.; for more info call 210-922-0543; www.MissionSan.JoseChurch.org)

Regina Spektor’s Midsummer Daydream Tour will stop at the Tobin Center this week.
(Aug. 8 at 8 p.m.; Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle; tickets are $43 at tickets@tobincenter.org
210-223-8624.)

At the Majestic Theater you can catch Kevin Kaarl’s Ultra Sodade Tour 2025. He’s a prominent Mexican independent folk music figure, born in 2000, in Meoqui, Chihuahua. His music is said to transcend borders, with millions of global streams. He is one of Latin America’s authentic Gen Z voices. (Kevin Kaarl Ultra Sodade Tour 2025; (Aug. 28 at 7:30 p.m.; doors open at 6:30 p.m.; tickets at majesticempire.com)

Live Music on Deck at Arcadia Live will entertain patrons every Friday night through September 5. In addition, you can enjoy happy-hour prices on beer. wine and margaritas. Different entertainers will be featured, including Carlos and Dan; Grant Wesley Trio; Mike Kasberg, and others; free;( Arcadia Live Theater, 717 Water St. in Kerrville. boxoffice@thearcadialive.org.)

 “Keep the Wolves Away” is a well-known song by Austin country/rock band Uncle Lucius that will perform at Stable Hall today at 7 p.m. (307 Pearl Parkway); tickets are $25-$87; www.stablehall.com

Here’s an invitation from the AGARITA Chamber Players Ensemble. They are inviting music lovers to an intimate evening of chamber works performed by the Unheard-Of and Part Ensembles at the AGARITA Loft. AGARITA’s Daniel Anastasio will also join the performers. (Aug. 11 at 7 p.m.; Agarita Loft; August 13 at 6 p.m. For free tickets visit www.agarita.org.)

On the theater front you’ll be intrigued by Jump-Start’s 8×8 Cabaret du Jump. The company will re-erect the-8-foot cube -that theatergoers saw on other occasions – and fill it with 8-minute performances that feature different styles and themes. It’s a decade-long tradition.
to find out more call 210-227-5867 or email info@jump-start.org (Jump-Starts is at 710 Fredericksburg Rd., 78201.)

Visual Arts: The Dock Space Gallery presents “The Unseen Journey” by Juan Vallejo, a San-Antonio artist. This collection of works reflects his personal journey as a migrant worker.
(Opening reception is Aug. 9, 6-9 p.m. as part of the Second Saturday Artwalk in the Lone Star Art District. Beyond that, the exhibit will be up though August and the gallery will be open by appointment; call 210-723-3048.)

The San Antonio Museum of Art -SAMA- has announced that it has again achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition awarded to the nation’s museums. Of the nation’s estimated 33,000 museums, roughly 1,100 are currently AAM accredited. Nice to know!  

The San Antonio Art League + Museum has announced that fiber artist Susie Monday has been named the 2025 Artist of the Year. The award celebrates excellence across all artistic disciplines and this year shines a much-deserved spotlight on the expressive power of art. Monday will have a solo exhibition of fiber art opening Sept. 14. (For more info go to www.saalm.org

CNTR/ City is calling San Antonio professionals to participate in “Cocktails and Conversation” at the Tobin Center on August 20^th to welcome Dr. Steve Nivin, of St. Maty’s University to discuss the economic impact of the arts in San Antonio, and share emerging trends shaping the creative industry. (Aug. 20, 4:30 p.m. at the Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle, 78205.
—————————————————————————————————————————-NEWS ROUNDUP. Aug. 8, 2025

It’s summer time and the arts front is not as lively as usual. Let’s start with music. While the other music ensembles go on vacation, for the OLMOS Ensemble summer is the active season.
Four concerts are scheduled: Baroque Sonatas (Aug. 10); American Wind Quintets (Aug. 17);
A Trio of Trios (Aug. 24) and Anton Nel Returns (Aug. 31). Returning guest artists and “new friends” will join the ensemble’s core musicians in performing chamber music masterpieces spanning centuries, from J.S. Bach to living composers. The core ensemble consists of
 violinist Eric Gratz; flutist Mark Teplitsky; clarinetist Illya Shterenberg and bassoonist Jeff Garza.
Guest artists include pianist Anton Nel, Scott Cuellar and others. (Concerts start at 3 p.m. at First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Antonio at 7150 I-10, 78213; free) For more info visit
www.olmosensemble.com/)

Renaissance with the Stars includes a dancing competition where local celebrities from the San Antonio area are matched with professional dance partners. They’ll perform, on the stage of the Tobin Center, and both a panel of judges and the audience will determine the winners. A variety of musical and dance entertainers will appear throughout the show. (Aug. 9 at 6 p.m.; Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 115 Auditorium Circle, 78205; 210-223-8624) For more info contact the San Antonio Area African American Community Fund at 210-334-1320 or visit www.saaaacf.org)

Unheard-Of is a group of friends led by local pianist, Daniel Anastasio. Based in New York, they work with composers of new works. The concert will feature new works by Peter Cramer and Reiko Fueting, as well as selections from “the Quartet for the End of Time” by Olivier Messiaen.
(Aug. 9 at 7 -8:30 p.m. at Mission San Jose Church, 701 E. Pyron Sve.; for more info call 210-922-0543; www.MissionSan.JoseChurch.org)

Regina Spektor’s Midsummer Daydream Tour will stop at the Tobin Center this week.
(Aug. 8 at 8 p.m.; Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle; tickets are $43 at tickets@tobincenter.org
210-223-8624.)

At the Majestic Theater you can catch Kevin Kaarl’s Ultra Sodade Tour 2025. He’s a prominent Mexican independent folk music figure, born in 2000, in Meoqui, Chihuahua. His music is said to transcend borders, with millions of global streams. He is one of Latin America’s authentic Gen Z voices. (Kevin Kaarl Ultra Sodade Tour 2025; (Aug. 28 at 7:30 p.m.; doors open at 6:30 p.m.; tickets at majesticempire.com)

Live Music on Deck at Arcadia Live will entertain patrons every Friday night through September 5. In addition, you can enjoy happy-hour prices on beer. wine and margaritas. Different entertainers will be featured, including Carlos and Dan; Grant Wesley Trio; Mike Kasberg, and others; free;( Arcadia Live Theater, 717 Water St. in Kerrville. boxoffice@thearcadialive.org.)

 “Keep the Wolves Away” is a well-known song by Austin country/rock band Uncle Lucius that will perform at Stable Hall today at 7 p.m. (307 Pearl Parkway); tickets are $25-$87; www.stablehall.com

Here’s an invitation from the AGARITA Chamber Players Ensemble. They are inviting music lovers to an intimate evening of chamber works performed by the Unheard-Of and Part Ensembles at the AGARITA Loft. AGARITA’s Daniel Anastasio will also join the performers. (Aug. 11 at 7 p.m.; Agarita Loft; August 13 at 6 p.m. For free tickets visit www.agarita.org.)

On the theater front you’ll be intrigued by Jump-Start’s 8×8 Cabaret du Jump. The company will re-erect the-8-foot cube -that theatergoers saw on other occasions – and fill it with 8-minute performances that feature different styles and themes. It’s a decade-long tradition.
to find out more call 210-227-5867 or email info@jump-start.org (Jump-Starts is at 710 Fredericksburg Rd., 78201.)

Visual Arts: The Dock Space Gallery presents “The Unseen Journey” by Juan Vallejo, a San-Antonio artist. This collection of works reflects his personal journey as a migrant worker.
(Opening reception is Aug. 9, 6-9 p.m. as part of the Second Saturday Artwalk in the Lone Star Art District. Beyond that, the exhibit will be up though August and the gallery will be open by appointment; call 210-723-3048.)

The San Antonio Museum of Art -SAMA- has announced that it has again achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition awarded to the nation’s museums. Of the nation’s estimated 33,000 museums, roughly 1,100 are currently AAM accredited. Nice to know!  

The San Antonio Art League + Museum has announced that fiber artist Susie Monday has been named the 2025 Artist of the Year. The award celebrates excellence across all artistic disciplines and this year shines a much-deserved spotlight on the expressive power of art. Monday will have a solo exhibition of fiber art opening Sept. 14. (For more info go to www.saalm.org

CNTR/ City is calling San Antonio professionals to participate in “Cocktails and Conversation” at the Tobin Center on August 20^th to welcome Dr. Steve Nivin, of St. Maty’s University to discuss the economic impact of the arts in San Antonio, and share emerging trends shaping the creative industry. (Aug. 20, 4:30 p.m. at the Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle, 78205.
—————————————————————————————————————————-NEWS ROUNDUP. Aug. 8, 2025

It’s summer time and the arts front is not as lively as usual. Let’s start with music. While the other music ensembles go on vacation, for the OLMOS Ensemble summer is the active season.
Four concerts are scheduled: Baroque Sonatas (Aug. 10); American Wind Quintets (Aug. 17);
A Trio of Trios (Aug. 24) and Anton Nel Returns (Aug. 31). Returning guest artists and “new friends” will join the ensemble’s core musicians in performing chamber music masterpieces spanning centuries, from J.S. Bach to living composers. The core ensemble consists of
 violinist Eric Gratz; flutist Mark Teplitsky; clarinetist Illya Shterenberg and bassoonist Jeff Garza.
Guest artists include pianist Anton Nel, Scott Cuellar and others. (Concerts start at 3 p.m. at First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Antonio at 7150 I-10, 78213; free) For more info visit
www.olmosensemble.com/)

Renaissance with the Stars includes a dancing competition where local celebrities from the San Antonio area are matched with professional dance partners. They’ll perform, on the stage of the Tobin Center, and both a panel of judges and the audience will determine the winners. A variety of musical and dance entertainers will appear throughout the show. (Aug. 9 at 6 p.m.; Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 115 Auditorium Circle, 78205; 210-223-8624) For more info contact the San Antonio Area African American Community Fund at 210-334-1320 or visit www.saaaacf.org)

Unheard-Of is a group of friends led by local pianist, Daniel Anastasio. Based in New York, they work with composers of new works. The concert will feature new works by Peter Cramer and Reiko Fueting, as well as selections from “the Quartet for the End of Time” by Olivier Messiaen.
(Aug. 9 at 7 -8:30 p.m. at Mission San Jose Church, 701 E. Pyron Sve.; for more info call 210-922-0543; www.MissionSan.JoseChurch.org)

Regina Spektor’s Midsummer Daydream Tour will stop at the Tobin Center this week.
(Aug. 8 at 8 p.m.; Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle; tickets are $43 at tickets@tobincenter.org
210-223-8624.)

At the Majestic Theater you can catch Kevin Kaarl’s Ultra Sodade Tour 2025. He’s a prominent Mexican independent folk music figure, born in 2000, in Meoqui, Chihuahua. His music is said to transcend borders, with millions of global streams. He is one of Latin America’s authentic Gen Z voices. (Kevin Kaarl Ultra Sodade Tour 2025; (Aug. 28 at 7:30 p.m.; doors open at 6:30 p.m.; tickets at majesticempire.com)

Live Music on Deck at Arcadia Live will entertain patrons every Friday night through September 5. In addition, you can enjoy happy-hour prices on beer. wine and margaritas. Different entertainers will be featured, including Carlos and Dan; Grant Wesley Trio; Mike Kasberg, and others; free;( Arcadia Live Theater, 717 Water St. in Kerrville. boxoffice@thearcadialive.org.)

 “Keep the Wolves Away” is a well-known song by Austin country/rock band Uncle Lucius that will perform at Stable Hall today at 7 p.m. (307 Pearl Parkway); tickets are $25-$87; www.stablehall.com

Here’s an invitation from the AGARITA Chamber Players Ensemble. They are inviting music lovers to an intimate evening of chamber works performed by the Unheard-Of and Part Ensembles at the AGARITA Loft. AGARITA’s Daniel Anastasio will also join the performers. (Aug. 11 at 7 p.m.; Agarita Loft; August 13 at 6 p.m. For free tickets visit www.agarita.org.)

On the theater front you’ll be intrigued by Jump-Start’s 8×8 Cabaret du Jump. The company will re-erect the-8-foot cube -that theatergoers saw on other occasions – and fill it with 8-minute performances that feature different styles and themes. It’s a decade-long tradition.
to find out more call 210-227-5867 or email info@jump-start.org (Jump-Starts is at 710 Fredericksburg Rd., 78201.)

Visual Arts: The Dock Space Gallery presents “The Unseen Journey” by Juan Vallejo, a San-Antonio artist. This collection of works reflects his personal journey as a migrant worker.
(Opening reception is Aug. 9, 6-9 p.m. as part of the Second Saturday Artwalk in the Lone Star Art District. Beyond that, the exhibit will be up though August and the gallery will be open by appointment; call 210-723-3048.)

The San Antonio Museum of Art -SAMA- has announced that it has again achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition awarded to the nation’s museums. Of the nation’s estimated 33,000 museums, roughly 1,100 are currently AAM accredited. Nice to know!  

The San Antonio Art League + Museum has announced that fiber artist Susie Monday has been named the 2025 Artist of the Year. The award celebrates excellence across all artistic disciplines and this year shines a much-deserved spotlight on the expressive power of art. Monday will have a solo exhibition of fiber art opening Sept. 14. (For more info go to www.saalm.org

CNTR/ City is calling San Antonio professionals to participate in “Cocktails and Conversation” at the Tobin Center on August 20^th to welcome Dr. Steve Nivin, of St. Maty’s University to discuss the economic impact of the arts in San Antonio, and share emerging trends shaping the creative industry. (Aug. 20, 4:30 p.m. at the Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle, 78205.
—————————————————————————————————————————-NEWS ROUNDUP. Aug. 8, 2025

It’s summer time and the arts front is not as lively as usual. Let’s start with music. While the other music ensembles go on vacation, for the OLMOS Ensemble summer is the active season.
Four concerts are scheduled: Baroque Sonatas (Aug. 10); American Wind Quintets (Aug. 17);
A Trio of Trios (Aug. 24) and Anton Nel Returns (Aug. 31). Returning guest artists and “new friends” will join the ensemble’s core musicians in performing chamber music masterpieces spanning centuries, from J.S. Bach to living composers. The core ensemble consists of
 violinist Eric Gratz; flutist Mark Teplitsky; clarinetist Illya Shterenberg and bassoonist Jeff Garza.
Guest artists include pianist Anton Nel, Scott Cuellar and others. (Concerts start at 3 p.m. at First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Antonio at 7150 I-10, 78213; free) For more info visit
www.olmosensemble.com/)

Renaissance with the Stars includes a dancing competition where local celebrities from the San Antonio area are matched with professional dance partners. They’ll perform, on the stage of the Tobin Center, and both a panel of judges and the audience will determine the winners. A variety of musical and dance entertainers will appear throughout the show. (Aug. 9 at 6 p.m.; Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 115 Auditorium Circle, 78205; 210-223-8624) For more info contact the San Antonio Area African American Community Fund at 210-334-1320 or visit www.saaaacf.org)

Unheard-Of is a group of friends led by local pianist, Daniel Anastasio. Based in New York, they work with composers of new works. The concert will feature new works by Peter Cramer and Reiko Fueting, as well as selections from “the Quartet for the End of Time” by Olivier Messiaen.
(Aug. 9 at 7 -8:30 p.m. at Mission San Jose Church, 701 E. Pyron Sve.; for more info call 210-922-0543; www.MissionSan.JoseChurch.org)

Regina Spektor’s Midsummer Daydream Tour will stop at the Tobin Center this week.
(Aug. 8 at 8 p.m.; Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle; tickets are $43 at tickets@tobincenter.org
210-223-8624.)

At the Majestic Theater you can catch Kevin Kaarl’s Ultra Sodade Tour 2025. He’s a prominent Mexican independent folk music figure, born in 2000, in Meoqui, Chihuahua. His music is said to transcend borders, with millions of global streams. He is one of Latin America’s authentic Gen Z voices. (Kevin Kaarl Ultra Sodade Tour 2025; (Aug. 28 at 7:30 p.m.; doors open at 6:30 p.m.; tickets at majesticempire.com)

Live Music on Deck at Arcadia Live will entertain patrons every Friday night through September 5. In addition, you can enjoy happy-hour prices on beer. wine and margaritas. Different entertainers will be featured, including Carlos and Dan; Grant Wesley Trio; Mike Kasberg, and others; free;( Arcadia Live Theater, 717 Water St. in Kerrville. boxoffice@thearcadialive.org.)

 “Keep the Wolves Away” is a well-known song by Austin country/rock band Uncle Lucius that will perform at Stable Hall today at 7 p.m. (307 Pearl Parkway); tickets are $25-$87; www.stablehall.com

Here’s an invitation from the AGARITA Chamber Players Ensemble. They are inviting music lovers to an intimate evening of chamber works performed by the Unheard-Of and Part Ensembles at the AGARITA Loft. AGARITA’s Daniel Anastasio will also join the performers. (Aug. 11 at 7 p.m.; Agarita Loft; August 13 at 6 p.m. For free tickets visit www.agarita.org.)

On the theater front you’ll be intrigued by Jump-Start’s 8×8 Cabaret du Jump. The company will re-erect the-8-foot cube -that theatergoers saw on other occasions – and fill it with 8-minute performances that feature different styles and themes. It’s a decade-long tradition.
to find out more call 210-227-5867 or email info@jump-start.org (Jump-Starts is at 710 Fredericksburg Rd., 78201.)

Visual Arts: The Dock Space Gallery presents “The Unseen Journey” by Juan Vallejo, a San-Antonio artist. This collection of works reflects his personal journey as a migrant worker.
(Opening reception is Aug. 9, 6-9 p.m. as part of the Second Saturday Artwalk in the Lone Star Art District. Beyond that, the exhibit will be up though August and the gallery will be open by appointment; call 210-723-3048.)

The San Antonio Museum of Art -SAMA- has announced that it has again achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition awarded to the nation’s museums. Of the nation’s estimated 33,000 museums, roughly 1,100 are currently AAM accredited. Nice to know!  

The San Antonio Art League + Museum has announced that fiber artist Susie Monday has been named the 2025 Artist of the Year. The award celebrates excellence across all artistic disciplines and this year shines a much-deserved spotlight on the expressive power of art. Monday will have a solo exhibition of fiber art opening Sept. 14. (For more info go to www.saalm.org

CNTR/ City is calling San Antonio professionals to participate in “Cocktails and Conversation” at the Tobin Center on August 20^th to welcome Dr. Steve Nivin, of St. Maty’s University to discuss the economic impact of the arts in San Antonio, and share emerging trends shaping the creative industry. (Aug. 20, 4:30 p.m. at the Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle, 78205.
—————————————————————————————————————————-NEWS ROUNDUP. Aug. 8, 2025

It’s summer time and the arts front is not as lively as usual. Let’s start with music. While the other music ensembles go on vacation, for the OLMOS Ensemble summer is the active season.
Four concerts are scheduled: Baroque Sonatas (Aug. 10); American Wind Quintets (Aug. 17);
A Trio of Trios (Aug. 24) and Anton Nel Returns (Aug. 31). Returning guest artists and “new friends” will join the ensemble’s core musicians in performing chamber music masterpieces spanning centuries, from J.S. Bach to living composers. The core ensemble consists of
 violinist Eric Gratz; flutist Mark Teplitsky; clarinetist Illya Shterenberg and bassoonist Jeff Garza.
Guest artists include pianist Anton Nel, Scott Cuellar and others. (Concerts start at 3 p.m. at First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Antonio at 7150 I-10, 78213; free) For more info visit
www.olmosensemble.com/)

Renaissance with the Stars includes a dancing competition where local celebrities from the San Antonio area are matched with professional dance partners. They’ll perform, on the stage of the Tobin Center, and both a panel of judges and the audience will determine the winners. A variety of musical and dance entertainers will appear throughout the show. (Aug. 9 at 6 p.m.; Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 115 Auditorium Circle, 78205; 210-223-8624) For more info contact the San Antonio Area African American Community Fund at 210-334-1320 or visit www.saaaacf.org)

Unheard-Of is a group of friends led by local pianist, Daniel Anastasio. Based in New York, they work with composers of new works. The concert will feature new works by Peter Cramer and Reiko Fueting, as well as selections from “the Quartet for the End of Time” by Olivier Messiaen.
(Aug. 9 at 7 -8:30 p.m. at Mission San Jose Church, 701 E. Pyron Sve.; for more info call 210-922-0543; www.MissionSan.JoseChurch.org)

Regina Spektor’s Midsummer Daydream Tour will stop at the Tobin Center this week.
(Aug. 8 at 8 p.m.; Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle; tickets are $43 at tickets@tobincenter.org
210-223-8624.)

At the Majestic Theater you can catch Kevin Kaarl’s Ultra Sodade Tour 2025. He’s a prominent Mexican independent folk music figure, born in 2000, in Meoqui, Chihuahua. His music is said to transcend borders, with millions of global streams. He is one of Latin America’s authentic Gen Z voices. (Kevin Kaarl Ultra Sodade Tour 2025; (Aug. 28 at 7:30 p.m.; doors open at 6:30 p.m.; tickets at majesticempire.com)

Live Music on Deck at Arcadia Live will entertain patrons every Friday night through September 5. In addition, you can enjoy happy-hour prices on beer. wine and margaritas. Different entertainers will be featured, including Carlos and Dan; Grant Wesley Trio; Mike Kasberg, and others; free;( Arcadia Live Theater, 717 Water St. in Kerrville. boxoffice@thearcadialive.org.)

 “Keep the Wolves Away” is a well-known song by Austin country/rock band Uncle Lucius that will perform at Stable Hall today at 7 p.m. (307 Pearl Parkway); tickets are $25-$87; www.stablehall.com

Here’s an invitation from the AGARITA Chamber Players Ensemble. They are inviting music lovers to an intimate evening of chamber works performed by the Unheard-Of and Part Ensembles at the AGARITA Loft. AGARITA’s Daniel Anastasio will also join the performers. (Aug. 11 at 7 p.m.; Agarita Loft; August 13 at 6 p.m. For free tickets visit www.agarita.org.)

On the theater front you’ll be intrigued by Jump-Start’s 8×8 Cabaret du Jump. The company will re-erect the-8-foot cube -that theatergoers saw on other occasions – and fill it with 8-minute performances that feature different styles and themes. It’s a decade-long tradition.
to find out more call 210-227-5867 or email info@jump-start.org (Jump-Starts is at 710 Fredericksburg Rd., 78201.)

Visual Arts: The Dock Space Gallery presents “The Unseen Journey” by Juan Vallejo, a San-Antonio artist. This collection of works reflects his personal journey as a migrant worker.
(Opening reception is Aug. 9, 6-9 p.m. as part of the Second Saturday Artwalk in the Lone Star Art District. Beyond that, the exhibit will be up though August and the gallery will be open by appointment; call 210-723-3048.)

The San Antonio Museum of Art -SAMA- has announced that it has again achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition awarded to the nation’s museums. Of the nation’s estimated 33,000 museums, roughly 1,100 are currently AAM accredited. Nice to know!  

The San Antonio Art League + Museum has announced that fiber artist Susie Monday has been named the 2025 Artist of the Year. The award celebrates excellence across all artistic disciplines and this year shines a much-deserved spotlight on the expressive power of art. Monday will have a solo exhibition of fiber art opening Sept. 14. (For more info go to www.saalm.org

CNTR/ City is calling San Antonio professionals to participate in “Cocktails and Conversation” at the Tobin Center on August 20^th to welcome Dr. Steve Nivin, of St. Maty’s University to discuss the economic impact of the arts in San Antonio, and share emerging trends shaping the creative industry. (Aug. 20, 4:30 p.m. at the Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle, 78205.
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It’s summer time and the arts front is not as lively as usual. Let’s start with music. While the other music ensembles go on vacation, for the OLMOS Ensemble summer is the active season.
Four concerts are scheduled: Baroque Sonatas (Aug. 10); American Wind Quintets (Aug. 17);
A Trio of Trios (Aug. 24) and Anton Nel Returns (Aug. 31). Returning guest artists and “new friends” will join the ensemble’s core musicians in performing chamber music masterpieces spanning centuries, from J.S. Bach to living composers. The core ensemble consists of
 violinist Eric Gratz; flutist Mark Teplitsky; clarinetist Illya Shterenberg and bassoonist Jeff Garza.
Guest artists include pianist Anton Nel, Scott Cuellar and others. (Concerts start at 3 p.m. at First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Antonio at 7150 I-10, 78213; free) For more info visit
www.olmosensemble.com/)

Renaissance with the Stars includes a dancing competition where local celebrities from the San Antonio area are matched with professional dance partners. They’ll perform, on the stage of the Tobin Center, and both a panel of judges and the audience will determine the winners. A variety of musical and dance entertainers will appear throughout the show. (Aug. 9 at 6 p.m.; Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 115 Auditorium Circle, 78205; 210-223-8624) For more info contact the San Antonio Area African American Community Fund at 210-334-1320 or visit www.saaaacf.org)

Unheard-Of is a group of friends led by local pianist, Daniel Anastasio. Based in New York, they work with composers of new works. The concert will feature new works by Peter Cramer and Reiko Fueting, as well as selections from “the Quartet for the End of Time” by Olivier Messiaen.
(Aug. 9 at 7 -8:30 p.m. at Mission San Jose Church, 701 E. Pyron Sve.; for more info call 210-922-0543; www.MissionSan.JoseChurch.org)

Regina Spektor’s Midsummer Daydream Tour will stop at the Tobin Center this week.
(Aug. 8 at 8 p.m.; Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle; tickets are $43 at tickets@tobincenter.org
210-223-8624.)

At the Majestic Theater you can catch Kevin Kaarl’s Ultra Sodade Tour 2025. He’s a prominent Mexican independent folk music figure, born in 2000, in Meoqui, Chihuahua. His music is said to transcend borders, with millions of global streams. He is one of Latin America’s authentic Gen Z voices. (Kevin Kaarl Ultra Sodade Tour 2025; (Aug. 28 at 7:30 p.m.; doors open at 6:30 p.m.; tickets at majesticempire.com)

Live Music on Deck at Arcadia Live will entertain patrons every Friday night through September 5. In addition, you can enjoy happy-hour prices on beer. wine and margaritas. Different entertainers will be featured, including Carlos and Dan; Grant Wesley Trio; Mike Kasberg, and others; free;( Arcadia Live Theater, 717 Water St. in Kerrville. boxoffice@thearcadialive.org.)

 “Keep the Wolves Away” is a well-known song by Austin country/rock band Uncle Lucius that will perform at Stable Hall today at 7 p.m. (307 Pearl Parkway); tickets are $25-$87; www.stablehall.com

Here’s an invitation from the AGARITA Chamber Players Ensemble. They are inviting music lovers to an intimate evening of chamber works performed by the Unheard-Of and Part Ensembles at the AGARITA Loft. AGARITA’s Daniel Anastasio will also join the performers. (Aug. 11 at 7 p.m.; Agarita Loft; August 13 at 6 p.m. For free tickets visit www.agarita.org.)

On the theater front you’ll be intrigued by Jump-Start’s 8×8 Cabaret du Jump. The company will re-erect the-8-foot cube -that theatergoers saw on other occasions – and fill it with 8-minute performances that feature different styles and themes. It’s a decade-long tradition.
to find out more call 210-227-5867 or email info@jump-start.org (Jump-Starts is at 710 Fredericksburg Rd., 78201.)

Visual Arts: The Dock Space Gallery presents “The Unseen Journey” by Juan Vallejo, a San-Antonio artist. This collection of works reflects his personal journey as a migrant worker.
(Opening reception is Aug. 9, 6-9 p.m. as part of the Second Saturday Artwalk in the Lone Star Art District. Beyond that, the exhibit will be up though August and the gallery will be open by appointment; call 210-723-3048.)

The San Antonio Museum of Art -SAMA- has announced that it has again achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition awarded to the nation’s museums. Of the nation’s estimated 33,000 museums, roughly 1,100 are currently AAM accredited. Nice to know!  

The San Antonio Art League + Museum has announced that fiber artist Susie Monday has been named the 2025 Artist of the Year. The award celebrates excellence across all artistic disciplines and this year shines a much-deserved spotlight on the expressive power of art. Monday will have a solo exhibition of fiber art opening Sept. 14. (For more info go to www.saalm.org

CNTR/ City is calling San Antonio professionals to participate in “Cocktails and Conversation” at the Tobin Center on August 20^th to welcome Dr. Steve Nivin, of St. Maty’s University to discuss the economic impact of the arts in San Antonio, and share emerging trends shaping the creative industry. (Aug. 20, 4:30 p.m. at the Tobin Center, 100 Auditorium Circle, 78205.
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