News Roundup, Sept.11, 2025
NEWS ROUNDUP, Sept. 11, 2025
Let’s start with music!
The San Antonio Philharmonic will present: “Juan Gabriel – A Philharmonic Tribute,” a world Premiere Experience. This special concert honors the enduring legacy of Juan Gabriel, Mexico’s most beloved composer and songwriter. His music has transcended generations and borders, becoming a vital part of Latin American cultural identity. With more than 47 albums and a timeless legacy, Juan Gabriel became a beacon of Latin music. The Philharmonic will bring his timeless music to life with the backing power of a full orchestra, creating a tribute that bridges popular music and classical expression. The concert will be led by conductor Felipe Tristan.
(Sept. 12 and 13, 7:30 p.m. and Sept. 14 at 2:30 p.m. Scottish Rite Hall, 308 Ave; tickets are $95-$250 at www.saphil.org)
The Kerrville Symphony of the Hills, a 70-member professional orchestra that draws membership from Kerrville and other towns,and Trinity University will present a flood benefit concert in San Antonio titled “A Time to Remember: Tribute Concert for Kerrville.” The music program is a modified version of the orchestra’s season-opening Oct.9 concert in Kerrville.
(Oct. 16 at 7:30 p.m.; Laurie Auditorium, 1 Trinity Place, San Antonio. The music program will be similar to the Oct. 9 concert. On the program Oct. 16: works by Gustav Mahler, Beethoven, Mozart, Amy Beach and others. Seating will be general admission, by donation. For more, email info@symphonyofthehills.org)
This month, The Shops at La Cantera celebrates its 20th anniversary. Texas country band, Two Tons of Steele, takes the stage at the Falls on Main St., 7-9 p.m. on Sept. 11 for a free concert. Known for their high energy country sound, Two Tons blends the best of honky-tonk with American rockabilly. Bring lawn chair. (Shops at La Cantera, 15900 La Cantera Parkway; 210-582-6255)
The busy Agarita ensemble will have a concert – Big Give Celebration Concert – to mark “how far we have come, the dreams we have for the future, and to celebrate all the non-profit organizations in our city that enrich our culture.” (Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m., 724 S. Alamo #2 (second floor); free parking nearby.)
Musica Sacra San Antonio will be auditioning for its 2025 fall season through the 15 of September. Musica Sacra performs sacred choral music in performance and worship at a number of places: Temple Beth El, Little Flower Basilica, Sacred Heart Chapel at OLLU and other places. (To contact Musica Sacra, 210-241-5589; www.musicasacraSA.org
Fiestas Patrias celebrates Diez y Seis, marking Mexico’s independence from Spain. The celebration includes mariachi and folkloric groups. (Sept. 12 at 6 to 10 p.m.; Market Square)
Country singer Jamey Johnson will entertain the crowd at the Floor’s Country Store Sept.13 at 7 p.m.; 14492 Old Bandera Road; $40; www.liveatfloors.com
Amadeus, the play that inspired the Oscar winning film, is being presented in a one-of-a-kind production by the nationally recognized programs of Reagan High School’s Performing Arts. Combining the powers of the theater, choir and orchestra programs of the school, Mozart’s glorious music will be performed live. The play deals with the rivalry between composers Antonio Salieri and Amadeus Mozart, set to the backdrop of 18th century Vienna.
(Sept. 11-13 at 7 p.m.; Reagan High School; tickets are $8-$15.; for more, visit www.ReaganStage.com.
On the visual arts front: we would recommend seeing “Enchanting Nature” an exhibit that captures the eternal clash of culture and the natural world, at the McNay Museum. You’ll see bright orange ceramic goldfish swimming in a turquoise bedroom; neon green cats swarming a mundane kitchen and plush dancing trees welcoming you into artificial wonderlands.
“Enchanted Nature” by Sandy Skogglund, at the McNay Museum.
An exhibit of works by faculty and staff – XXII Biennial of Faculty & Staff – is described as “spanning multiple media, including painting, sculpture, photography, digital art and mixed media. (UTSA Main Art Gallery, 1 UTSA Circle, 78249)
Courage, Valor… this art exhibition will feature 26 working artists participating in the San Antonio cohort of the New York Foundation for the Arts Immigrant Artist 2024-25 Mentorship Program. The exhibit’s title “Courage, Valor …and those words in Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian and Chinese, reflect the diverse diasporas of the members. The exhibit displays the artworks produced by this group of immigrant artists during the span of the program, and demonstrates
“The importance of immigrant artists to the great diversity in the arts that makes San Antonio such a vibrant center of the arts nationally,” says the press release. (on view through Oct.25; Russell Hill Rogers Galleries, 1201 Navarro St, 78295; free)
The San Antonio Art League + Museum has named Susie Monday as its 2025 Artist of the Year.
This honor celebrates artists who make extraordinary contributions across all media. This year, fiber takes center stage. Meet Monday, get the opportunity to acquire an artwork at the reception on Sunday, September 14, 3-5 p.m. at SAALM.
The long-lasting exhibit Synthesis & Subversion Redux at Ruby City is closing Sept. 28.
Another show we would like to tell you about is Collective Visions, a photo show featuring
a wide range of approaches by a number of artists, including Susan Riley, Ramin
Samandari, Stefani Job Spears and others. (Art Gallery Prudencia, 2518 Main Ave.; opening reception 2-4 p.m. Sept. 13; on view through Oct. 18. www.Info.prudenciagallery.com
And here’s something different – A festival of Faiths: organized by the Interfaith San Antonio Alliance, University of the Incarnate Word and the UIW Pastoral Institute. The event is designed to educate people about various faiths and cultures. Representatives of 44 traditions are participating. The event includes music, dance, storytelling and panel discussions.(Engagement Center of the University,4301 Broadway; free; register at www.festivaloffaithssa.org.