Name: Bass Performance Hall Tours
Start: 2026-05-23T10:30:00
Location: Bass Performance Hall

Immerse yourself in an array of cultural experiences at the renowned Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth, Texas. From the architectural tours of the hall itself to captivating performances like 'The Wiz' and 'The Addams Family', there's something for everyone. This season, the hall offers a diverse lineup, including Tony Award-winning musicals, groundbreaking concerts, and unforgettable theatrical adaptations. Join us for an exploration of these exciting events and see how the Bass Performance Hall continues to be a beacon of the performing arts.

Discover Fort Worth's Cultural Pulse at Bass Performance Hall

Nestled in the heart of Fort Worth, Bass Performance Hall invites you to embark on an artistic journey like no other. From guided tours revealing the hall's architectural wonders to captivating performances that span musicals, opera, ballet, and more, the 2025-2026 season promises a diverse tapestry of cultural experiences. Dive into the brilliance of Richard Thomas's portrayal of Mark Twain, witness the electrifying energy of 'SIX,' and indulge in the timeless beauty of 'Madama Butterfly.' Join us in celebrating the enchanting world of performing arts at one of Texas's iconic venues.

Experience the Artistic Vibrancy of Bass Performance Hall

The Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth, TX, has laid out an impressive roster of events showcasing the depth and diversity of the performing arts. From docent-led tours offering a glimpse into the history of this iconic venue to riveting musicals that redefine narratives, the Hall is set to be the epicenter of culture and entertainment. This vibrant lineup includes the internationally acclaimed musical 'SIX', the breathtaking ballet 'Diversions', and the soul-stirring opera 'Madama Butterfly', among others. Each event promises a unique experience, celebrating artistic excellence and cultural themes.

Unveiling Artistry: Highlights from Bass Performance Hall's Spectacular Line-Up

Bass Performance Hall invites you to embark on a journey through an exceptional lineup of events that showcase the best in music, theater, and dance. From the classic allure of 'Madama Butterfly' to the high energy of 'Hamilton', there's something for every art enthusiast. Engage with the historical charm of the venue through docent-led tours, indulge in ballet's grace and versatility, and be captivated by iconic musicals like 'Back to the Future' and 'Some Like It Hot'. Join us in celebrating creativity throughout 2025-2026.

Experience the Artistic Splendor at Bass Performance Hall: A Year of Unforgettable Performances

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Free docent-led tours of Bass Performance Hall are scheduled for most Saturdays beginning at 10:30 a.m. in the Grand Lobby. These complimentary tours include a history of the building, access to lobby spaces, and entry into the audience chamber whenever scheduling permits.

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Experience the breadth and brilliance of ballet in our mixed repertoire, featuring four diverse works that showcase unparalleled versatility.

Diversions

Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre

Great Scott! Back to the Future, the beloved, cinematic classic is now a Broadway musical with its destination set for Fort Worth in 2026.

Back to the Future

Giacomo Puccini’s Madama Butterfly returns to Bass Performance Hall in a stunning full production from Fort Worth Opera that delivers the heartbreak and beauty of this iconic work. Featuring breathtaking sets, richly detailed costumes, and the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra bringing Puccini’s achingly beautiful score to life, this unforgettable story of love, cultural blindness, and a mother’s sacrifice remains as powerful today as when Fort Worth Opera first performed it in 1947. Anchored by one of the most exquisite scores in the operatic canon, Butterfly is a poignant tribute to a woman’s steadfast devotion and maturing will — and a signature work of the company’s 80-year legacy.

Madama Butterfly

Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, SOME LIKE IT HOT is the “glorious, big, high-kicking” (Associated Press) story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. With gangsters hot on their heels, they catch a cross-country train for the life-chasing, life-changing trip of a lifetime.

Some Like It Hot

Peter Marks of The Washington Post exclaims, "It's UNFAIR to make me laugh this much! SPAMALOT is a tightly packed clown car speeding to musical theater nirvana!”

Spamalot

Seven Grammy® nominations! Multitudes of great composers, performers, and educators all throughout the music world. Over 60 recordings and a tradition that just keeps swingin'...The One O’Clock Lab Band returns to McDavid Studio for their spring showcase to close out the 2025-2026 Irwin Steel Popular Entertainment Series.

UNT One O'Clock Lab Band Spring Showcase

Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and original director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) is a love story for today... and always.

Hadestown

Based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic film, THE NOTEBOOK tells the story of Allie and Noah, both from different worlds, who share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart. “Full of butterfly-inducing highs and beautiful songs” (Entertainment Weekly), THE NOTEBOOK is a deeply moving portrait of the enduring power of love.

The Notebook

HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. HAMILTON features book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. In addition to its 11 Tony Awards®, it has won Grammy®, Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.

Hamilton

Direct from Broadway, comes the acclaimed Tony Award®-winning musical SUFFS about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. Created by Shaina Taub, the first woman to ever independently win Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Score in the same season, this “thrilling, inspiring and dazzlingly entertaining” (Variety) new musical boldly explores the triumphs and failures of a struggle for equality that’s far from over. Winner of the Outer Critics’ Circle Award for Best New Musical.

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