CATHEDRAL ARTS OF DALLAS

Founded in 2011 as St. Matthew’s Cathedral Arts, Cathedral Arts of Dallas is now an independent non-profit center for arts, discovery and community at historic St. Matthew’s Cathedral, centered in the diverse communities of Old East Dallas. We are one mile from the nation’s largest Arts District, in an area of rapidly changing demographics. With close proximity to Downtown Dallas, the Swiss Avenue Historic District, Fair Park, Lower Greenville, Lakewood, Uptown Dallas and the Park Cities, Cathedral Arts is housed in a landmark building with ample free parking and convenient access.

Read Nancy Cohen Israel’s 2013 article for Arts+Culture Magazine

THREE VITAL IDEAS

A PROFOUNDLY DIVERSE COMMUNITY
A PROFOUNDLY DIVERSE COMMUNITYWith an understanding of the role of great art and artists in a great city
Cathedral Arts is a broad-based community of patrons and friends who give time, talent, and treasure to present superb examples of the performing and visual arts, raising awareness of the Cathedral’s commitment to the arts and strengthening the Cathedral’s identity within the cultural life of North Texas.
AN INDEPENDENT NONPROFIT
AN INDEPENDENT NONPROFITDedicated to bringing fine professional artists to the community, at no charge
Cathedral Arts resides an an independent agency at St. Matthew’s Cathedral and the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas. An integral part of our mission is to share the arts with our entire community, regardless of one’s ability to pay. Cathedral Arts events are open to the public at no charge. Our primary financial support comes from patrons and supporters throughout the North Texas region and beyond, with additional institutional funding through grants and awards.
WITH THE STRENGTH OF VOLUNTEERS
WITH THE STRENGTH OF VOLUNTEERSEngaging, endorsing and enabling
Community Building
Capacity Building
Advocacy and Awareness
Service Delivery
Cultural Preservation
Personal Development
Intergenerational Connection
Civic Engagement

Volunteering is more than just lending a helping hand; it’s a transformative act that shapes both communities and individuals. In a world filled with challenges, volunteers play a crucial role in driving positive change

Send an e-mail to
info@cathedralartsdallas.org.

TESTIMONIALS

“Just a quick note to say how much I enjoyed the Women’s Voices II concert on YouTube – really compelling music, and wonderful performances all around. Although of course the pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the performing arts, it really is a silver lining to see these creative and meaningful digital performances. Congratulations on this impressive artistic accomplishment.”
William Gibbons, Ph.D., Texas Christian University | College of Fine Arts | School of Music (November 2020)

“St. Matthew’s Cathedral Arts has created a physical space where creative thinking can be translated into action! That action includes providing a beautifully flexible space where visual artists can exhibit their work and where music of many types is rehearsed, recorded, and performed. The benefits of having a place – a place to perform and exhibit – cannot be overestimated.”
Mary Dibbern, pianist and vocal coach (July 2020)

“It was wonderful to come back as co-host of the St. Matthews Cathedral Arts Annual Gala . . . Michie Akin helps shepherd us all along and does it with finesse. He does it with a great collection of people who love the arts, love music, and love people.”
Carl Youngberg, arts journalist and author (October 2019)

“My particular opportunity to witness the artistic vision of St. Matthew’s Cathedral Arts came in 2015, in the course of making recordings in the Cathedral with the excellent Jared Schwartz. Everything about the experience was memorable and positive – indeed unforgettable – and it was touching to see how SMCA contributes to and ploughs into the community, with the dedication from many people that goes into making it happen. The beauty of the Cathedral itself lent to the experience and felt part of making us able to give of our musical best, as did the goodwill with which we were welcomed.”
Roy Howat, concert pianist, author and editor, Royal Academy of Music, London (July 2020)

“This vital artistic home is worth all our support and love.”
Jared Schwartz, bass (July 2020)

“Jonathan Tsay provided an evening that was both educational and entertaining. I hope you have him back again. ”
Nelson Spencer, patron (Jonathan Tsay piano recital, May 2017)

“It was a great evening and a great occasion for SMCA!”
Roger Carroll, patron (Fei-Fei Dong piano recital, February 2018)

“Thanks for the wonderfully entertaining evening last weekend at St. Matthew’s. What a range that young man has! I also enjoyed the musicians’ talents and hope to hear more of them.”
Lynne Richardson, patron (Cathedral Jazz Night with Damon Clark Trio, June 2019)

“The Cathedral Arts Gala is an event I hope never to miss. It’s a great evening of wonderful entertainment, delicious food and an exciting auction.”
Ron Hackemack, patron (October 2017)

Get Connected: Cathedral Arts needs you!
Help make Cathedral Arts everything it can be. Volunteers are always welcome.
Please send an e-mail to info@cathedralartsdallas.org.