Bishop Arts Theatre Center Kicks Off 2026 Jazz Series

Signature Valentine's concert event features smooth jazz, funk, and jazz fusion

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Bishop Arts Theatre Center in Dallas is launching its 2026 Jazz Series this weekend, starting with a signature Valentine's concert event on Saturday, February 14th at McFarlin Memorial Auditorium. The evening will feature performances by smooth jazz saxophonist Walter Beasley, high-energy saxophonist Richard Elliot, and the jazz fusion group Pieces of a Dream.

Why it matters

The Bishop Arts Theatre Center's annual jazz series is a beloved tradition in the Dallas community, bringing together music lovers for romantic and passionate performances around Valentine's Day. This year's lineup features acclaimed artists across the jazz, funk, and R&B genres, making it a must-attend event for the city's music scene.

The details

The Valentine's concert event will begin at 6:30 PM on February 14th at McFarlin Memorial Auditorium. Walter Beasley will open the show with his smooth jazz saxophone stylings, followed by Richard Elliot's high-energy blend of funk, jazz, and R&B. The setlist will close with the jazz fusion group Pieces of a Dream, known for their decades of chart-topping hits.

  • The 2026 Jazz Series kicks off on Saturday, February 14th.
  • The Valentine's concert event starts at 6:30 PM on February 14th.

The players

Bishop Arts Theatre Center

A performing arts venue in the Dallas neighborhood of Oak Cliff, known for its annual jazz series and other music and theater programming.

Walter Beasley

A smooth jazz saxophonist who will be opening the Valentine's concert event.

Richard Elliot

A saxophonist known for his high-energy blend of funk, jazz, and R&B, who will be performing at the Valentine's concert event.

Pieces of a Dream

A jazz fusion group that will be closing out the setlist at the Valentine's concert event, known for their decades of chart-topping hits.

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What’s next

Tickets for the Valentine's concert event are on sale now, starting at $68.89.

The takeaway

The 2026 Jazz Series at the Bishop Arts Theatre Center promises to be a must-attend event for music lovers in Dallas, with a lineup of acclaimed jazz, funk, and R&B artists performing at the signature Valentine's concert.