It’s a bird. It’s a play.
SEE
The Fortress of Solitude
What: We were skeptical about how Jonathan Lethem’s acclaimed novel might translate from page to stage — especially for a Dallas audience unfamiliar with the rough and tumble streets of 1970s Gowanus — but from start to finish it made our heart sing.
Why: Michael Friedman’s original music and lyrics and the mostly New York cast have done Lethem’s work justice.
When: Thru Apr. 6.
Where: Wyly Theatre, 2400 Flora St. (214-880-0202). Tickets ($15-$120) at dallastheatercenter.org.
STOP (and SHOP)
Buffalo Exchange Airstream Tour
What: The clothier hits the road in a 1969 retro ride fit for celebrating the company’s 40th anniversary as a purveyor of vintage and used threads.
Why: Western-inspired fashion, free temporary tattoos, and other festivities make the aluminum trailer worth more than a look-see.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Buffalo Exchange, 3424 Greenville Ave. (214-826-7544).
PLAN (to LAUGH)
Chelsea Handler at Verizon Theatre
What: Live Nation presents the funny lady in Uganda Be Kidding Me Live.
Why: You’ve dog-eared all her other books. You’re knee-deep in the latest. May as well see her in person.
When: Mar. 28, 8 p.m.
Where: 1001 Performance Pl., Grand Prairie (972-854-5050). Tickets ($59.50-$69.50) at verizontheatre.com.
RELAX
Sweet Southern Blooms Pedicure
What: The new beauty treatment begins with a soak in Farmhouse Fresh honey-magnolia bath oil, followed by a citrus grass salt scrub and a slathering of Hello Yellow shea butter.
Why: Sandal season is just getting started. And the free fruit smoothies are a nice touch.
When: Thru May 31.
Where: Four Seasons Spa & Salon, 4150 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving. To reserve a treatment ($85), call 972-717-2555.
DEPICT
Paint Your Pet Project
What: A group art studio Photoshops a picture of your pet and prepares it for painting on canvas in advance. In class, grab a brush and follow instructions for achieving proper shading and texture.
Why: It’s BYOB, and your BFF (best furry friend) will be proud no matter your result.
When: Sign up by Mar. 28; class is Apr. 6, 4-7 p.m.
Where: Pinot’s Palette - Lakewood, 6465 E. Mockingbird Ln., ste. 430 (214-827-4668). Register ($60) at pinotspalette.com.
MEET
Hinge Launch Party
What: A new dating network just arrived in Dallas and is ready to set you up with single friends of friends.
Why: The open bar and DJ make quick introductions less awkward.
When: Tonight, 7-10 p.m.
Where: The Social House, 2708 Routh St. (214-999-0046). R.S.V.P. at dallas.hinge.co with code 2713.
Photo: Karen Almond / Courtesy of Dallas Theater Center
