Arts Alive San Antonio

Let’s start with Summer Night City which brings free weekly music series to Texas Public Radio Headquarters (321 W. Commerce St.) The announcement says: “Every Thursday in June, we are kicking off at 6 p.m. with the vibrant Last Chance Market, featuring DJs, food, amazing artists and cool vendors. Then, from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. attendees will enjoy two hours of live local music. It sounds like a great summer party and it’s free. On June 26, the performers will be Mike Aguilar and the Coupes. (Texas Public Radio, 321 W. Commerce, 78205, https://www.tpr.org/)

The Briscoe Western Art Museum’s new summer exhibit, “Aloha Vaqueros” is in full swing with related programming to boot. Exhibition and programs showcase how Mexican vaqueros shaped Hawaiian cowboy traditions, back in the early 1800s.  A summer film series will serve up Spaghetti Westerns. The exhibition brings a fresh and vibrant perspective to the West, showcasing how traditions from two distant regions merge to create a legacy as rich as any on the mainland. In honor of the exhibition, anyone who visits the museum wearing a Hawaiian shirt or a lei, will receive $2 off general admission ($16) from June 13 through Sept. 1.; The Briscoe is located on the River Walk at 210 W. Market St., for more visit https://briscoemuseum.org or call 210-299-4499.

On the music front: That Arena Rock Show, A celebration of 70’s & 80’s rock. This show will take you back in time. The announcement says “it’s more than just music; it’s an experience.”
(June 28 at 8 p.m.; Charline McCombs Empire Theater; tickets are $54-$91.50; www.majesticempire.com/events.)

Jon Anderson and the Band of Geeks will be at the Tobin Center; the legendary voice behind Yes and progressive rock classics. You’ll hear iconic hits like “Roundabout” and “Owner of a Lonely Heart.” BOGO tickets- Bye One, Get One. tickets@tobincenter.org;  Tobin Center, June 27 at 7:30 p.m.

The RESET is described as an “Immersive sound healing experience with Davin Youngs, where music, mindfulness, and deep restoration come together “in a most transformative way.” Bring your yoga mat, settle in, and let the waves of sound carry you to a place of renewal. (June 28; 1 p.m.; tickets are $25-$62 at tickets@tobincenter.org or call 210-223-8624/)

Discover Indian Music at an event at the San Antonio Public Library, organized in partnership with Musical Bridges Around the World. In addition to music, you’ll see traditional garment wrapping demonstrations, including saris, kurtas and jutti shoes. (June 28 at 11 a.m. at Cody Library, 11441 Vance Jackson, 78230; 210-207-9100)

Shakespeare Acting Workshop. This is an immersive acting workshop led by Tony Ciaravino, a well-known theater artist and a co-founder of the Classic Theatre of San Antonio. In partnership with the San Pedro playhouse, this session will introduce the rhythm of iambic pentameter, the nuances of dramatic delivery and the movement that shapes the character. (June 28 at 11 a.m.; McNay Art Museum, 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave.; 210-824-5368.; $10 members; $45 nonmembers)

On the visual arts front, this has attracted our attention: “Refractions: The Art of Crystal and Color” a solo exhibit with artist Soon Y. Warren. Born in South Korea, she emigrated to the U.S. in 1987. She has had numerous exhibitions and earned several awards. She is a signature member of the National Watercolor Society and other organizations. (The current show is at Gallery Prudencia through July 12.; 2518 N. Main Ave, 78212; 210-422-8681; www.prudenciagallery.com.)

The Josiah Media festival call for Entries: Presented by the URBAN-15 Group, this festival is one of the few festivals in the world dedicated to showcasing works by artists 21 and younger. The festival is accepting entries through Aug.1, 2025.Contact URBAN-15 at https://urban15.org.
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