John Violinist Kessler Theater Tickets

John Violinist Kessler Theater Concert

John Violinist and the Kessler Theater present an evening of soulful strings on Saturday, November 14, in Oak Cliff. Born John Randolph in New Britain, Connecticut, he picked up the violin at age five. His mother, a pianist and piano teacher, introduced him to music. As a result, he grew up with a deep love for melody and performance.

Before music became his full-time career, he studied psychology at Central Connecticut State University and worked for the state. However, everything changed when his violin cover of the Alicia Keys song “Unthinkable” went viral on TikTok. Since then, he has been featured on VH1, BET and MTV. In addition, he was chosen for TikTok’s first 100 Black Creatives program. His debut album, RISE, blends R&B, soul and modern violin into a smooth, uplifting sound.

About the Kessler Theater

Few Dallas venues carry as much history as the Kessler Theater on West Davis Street. The Art Deco movie house opened in the early 1940s, and Gene Autry was once a part owner. Because of a careful restoration, it reopened as a concert hall in 2010. As a result, touring artists now praise its warm sound and attentive crowds.

Show Details & Tickets

John Violinist takes the stage at The Kessler Theater, 1230 W Davis St in Dallas, on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Because his shows mix covers and originals, the John Violinist Kessler Theater set should appeal to R&B fans of every age.

For the best experience, arrive a little early and grab a drink in the lobby before the lights go down. Because the theater is only a short drive from downtown Dallas, it is easy to pair the show with dinner in nearby Bishop Arts. Overall, it makes for a relaxed night out.

Want to make a season of it? See the full list of upcoming concerts at The Kessler Theater on Texas Music Map, and check back often for new dates.