Need weekend plans? How about listening to wrestler Kevin Von Erich open up about the “Iron Claw” movie or jazzing up your Easter morning with some live music at Emilia’s. Want to get away but are short on time? Consider taking a trip to the Arlington Museum of Art for an exhibition that explores life in Pompeii before, during and after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Perhaps leaning into the art of well-being and creating a one-of-a-kind art piece is more your leisurely speed. Then again, sharing the “World of Pure Imagination” with your kids might be the ideal way to celebrate this weekend.
Pull open ‘The Iron Claw’
What does Kevin Von Erich think about the movie based on his family’s wrestling dynasty and the tragic collateral damage? He’ll share his thoughts on the 2023 film and other ‘Stories from the Top Rope.’
What: Stories from the Top Rope: An Evening with Kevin Von Erich
When: 7:30 p.m. March 29
Where: Will Rogers Auditorium
3104 W. Lancaster Ave.
Admission: Tickets start at $13
Visit the land of pure imagination for an Easter egg hunt
Check out Timotheé Chalamet’s portrayal of Willy Wonka on the big screen perched atop The Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel. Join an Easter egg hunt ahead of the show for the chance to win candy, stuffed animals and other prizes.
What: Rooftop Cinema Club’s Easter egg hunt and screening of ‘Wonka’
When: Doors open at 10 a.m. March 30
Where: Rooftop Cinema Club at The Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel
235 Throckmorton St.
Admission: $16.50 for adults; as an Easter treat, each adult ticket includes one complimentary ticket for a child 12 or younger
Embrace the art of well being
Peruse a community exhibition curated to include works that promote mental health and well-being. While at the community center enjoy a snack and make a piece of art to take home.
What: Art for Well-Being: A Counseling Awareness ART Event
When: 11 a.m. March 30
Where: Fire Station Community Center
1601 Lipscomb St.
Admission: Free
Time travel to Pompeii
Venture into the Arlington Museum of Art’s new home and check out “Pompeii: The Immortal City.” The exhibition explores the ancient city before, during and after the 79 A.D. explosion of Mount Vesuvius. The exhibit’s curator will share stories of working with ancient artifacts and the revelations from several modern discoveries.
What: ARTICULATE Art Talk presents Giovanni Di Pasquale on “Pompeii: The Immortal City”
When: 2-3 p.m. March 30
Where: Arlington Museum of Art is located inside the Arlington Expo Center
1200 Ballpark Way
Admissions: Free
Jazz up your Easter brunch
Feast on deviled eggs with crispy prosciutto or a slice of Gruyere and asparagus quiche from chef Preston Paine, with a side of live jazz music on Emilia’s patio.
What: Easter jazz brunch
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 31
Where: Emilia’s Fort Worth
3300 Camp Bowie Blvd.
Admission: Secure a reservation here
Editor’s note: This story was updated at 1:30 p.m. March 28 to reflect new brunch times at Emilia’s.
Marcheta Fornoff covers the arts for the Fort Worth Report. Contact her at marcheta.fornoff@fortworthreport.org. At the Fort Worth Report, news decisions are made independently of our board. Read more about our editorial independence policy here.
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