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Bloody Brides, Creepy Cats, and More Arts Events for the Week
Valentine's (and anti-Valentine) fun, soundtracking a rock, etc.
"...alive! Alive with Valentine’s Day spirit, that is. Blue Starlite’s new location within the Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex single-theatre..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Stories, Operas, and Meet-Cutes: The Week in Arts
Brett Goldstein brings the laughs, Zach Theatre conjures a comet, and more arty events
"...Saturday 3, Blue Starlite Eastside..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Arts Feature by Katherine McNevins

Top 10 Most Popular Screens Stories of 2023
Rooster Teeth still rules the roost, even in the strike year
"...will be reopening with the help of the Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-In team to screen new releases and..."

Dec. 20, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

We Have an Issue: “Free Wrapping Paper Since 1981”
"...Lost Cinema Reopening in East Austin: Blue Starlite has teamed with Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex to revive..."

Dec. 8, 2023 Column by Kimberley Jones

Lost Cinema Reopening in East Austin
Blue Starlite teams with Millennium for community initiative
"...likely to find Josh Frank, owner/operator of the Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-In, as he prepares to help reopen..."

Dec. 5, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Halloween at the Movies
Your ultimate guide to spooky season screenings in Austin
"...BLUE STARLITE MINI URBAN DRIVE-IN..."

Oct. 13, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-In Turning Off the Lights at Mueller
Outdoor cinema to announce new location for August anniversary
"...who like their movies in the great outdoors. Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-In will close its Mueller location for..."

June 21, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Family That Films Together: Robert, Racer, and Rebel Rodriguez on Hypnotic
The moviemaking dynasty proves the value of working from home
"...than that, anyone watching the movie at the Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-In rooftop Downtown location will be on..."

May 13, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Stick Together
In light of frightening futures, the queer community must stand together
"...special guest Simone Riviera. Sat., May 13, 7:30pm. Blue Starlite Downtown, 300 San Antonio. bluestarliteaustin.com...."

May 12, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Call Me
Opportunities for queer artists roll in alongside oodles of queer events
"...commentary during the film. Sat., May 6, 8-10pm. Blue Starlite Downtown, 300 San Antonio. $20. dragatthedrivein.com...."

May 5, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Celebrating Latinx Legends
Tatiana Cholula talks about refusing American assimilation in favor of celebrating Latinx culture through drag show Divina
"...event organizers Local Queer. Sun., April 2, 7:30pm. Blue Starlite Mueller II, 2103 E.M. Franklin. $20. instagram.com/localqueer_atx...."

March 31, 2023 Column by James Scott

We Have an Issue: Last Week to Vote in the Austin Music Poll (Plus Some Exciting News About the Austin Music Awards)
Tickets are now on sale, and a pretty stellar performer lineup is announced
"...Drive-In Heist: Last week thieves struck the Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-in's Downtown location, stealing thousands of dollars..."

Jan. 27, 2023 Column by Kimberley Jones

Blue Starlite Downtown Drive-In Hit by Robbers
Projection equipment stolen, sending screens dark
"...In a shocking blow to the Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-in, thieves have stolen the projection equipment..."

Jan. 20, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Holiday Eventsoff the Beaten Path
Suggestions for those who have done every merry thing
"...with standard pricing ranging from $25 to 35. Blue Starlite Drive-in Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-in, 300 San Antonio..."

Nov. 29, 2022 Arts Post by Ali Juell

Qmmunity: Music to My Queers
Queer Vinyl Collective plays the chord of qmmunity creation, while Hyperreal and Blue Starlite screen a coming-out comedy classic
"...Cheerleader as part of Hyperreal Film Club x Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-In's current collab. The 1999 film follows..."

Sept. 16, 2022 Column by James Scott

Doc's Drive In Theatre Up for Sale
Got $4 million? You could buy a slice of outdoor cinema heaven.
"...the Austin area alone there is Doc's, the Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-In mini chain, and special events hosted..."

July 27, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Five Things to Head Off the Hex on Friday the 13th
Shake off the curse of this mini-Halloween
"...wanna see that machete coming straight atcha, the Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-In will be screening Part III in..."

May 13, 2022 Arts Column by Richard Whittaker

Third Coast Grabs SRSLY, Jimmy John’s Goes Ooh-La-La, Spirited Steaks Sizzle thanks to Still Austin & Double J Ranch, and There’s Some Robot Rolling Up with Your Chicken Tikka Masala …
All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering
"...What else, what else? We told you about how..."

Feb. 9, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

What ARE You Doing for Valentine’s Weekend?
Something special? Nothing at all? “Go away, kid, you bother me” … ?
"...4. Drive-In Valentines at the Blue Starlite Dinner and a movie? Well, the meals won’t be..."

Feb. 7, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

More Choices for Dinner and a Movie at Blue Starlite
Austin’s drive-in chain announces a pair of new locations
"...The Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-In is bringing the exotic vibes of..."

Feb. 4, 2022 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Austin Opera Probes the Power and Perils of Connection With The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs
The local company launches a new collaborative production for the nation
"...early, as well as holding drive-in performances with Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-In, the decision was made to push..."

Jan. 28, 2022 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Austin's Frighteningly Fabulous Queer Halloween Parties
Trick or treat yo'self to Goth Prom, Little Gay Shop of Horrors, and more
"...The Craft Pre-screening drag. Sat., Oct. 23, 6:45pm. Blue Starlite Downtown, 300 San Antonio. bluestarlitedrivein.com...."

Oct. 22, 2021 Column by Beth Sullivan

Qmmunity: Austin Pride Week Returns
Austin Pride organizers confirm events are moving forward as planned, strongly encourage attendees to mask up
"...plus prescreening drag show. Tue., Aug. 10, 8pm. Blue Starlite Mueller II, 2103 E.M. Franklin. bluestarlitedrivein.com...."

Aug. 6, 2021 Column by Beth Sullivan

New Di$count $inema Series Revs Up at Blue Starlite
Jon Moritsugu heads to Terminal USA
"...Terminal USA, screens Wed., July 28, at the Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-In Mueller, part of local garage duo..."

July 23, 2021 Screens Feature by Tim Stegall

Qmmunity: Nurturing Our Rainbows
Drop the doomscroll and soak in queer magic at the Queer Home CookOUT, a moonlit queer swim, and more events
"...Becomes Her Prescreening drag! Sat., July 17, 8pm. Blue Starlite Downtown, 300 San Antonio. $35+. dragatthedrivein.com...."

July 16, 2021 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Fear, but Make It Queer
Abbott revives attack on trans kids, Netflix brings queer Fear Street party to Austin, and more news
"...Phantom of the Opera. Tue., July 13, 8:15-10:30pm. Blue Starlite Mueller II, 2103 E.M. Franklin Ave. fb.com/kittyscatboxcinema...."

July 9, 2021 Column by Beth Sullivan

Blue Starlite Makes the Big Screen Bigger Downtown
New releases, DCP coming as drive-in extends lease
"...doesn't mean they're going away. That's why the Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-In has announced it's invested in a..."

July 7, 2021 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: House of Lepore Strikes a Pose
Ballroom comes to Coconut Club, Austin Trans Picnic, and more events to wrap Pride Month
"...with Miss Kitty Litter. Tue., June 29, 8:15pm. Blue Starlite Mueller II, 2103 E M. Franklin Ave. fb.com/kittyscatboxcinema. Prices..."

June 25, 2021 Column by Beth Sullivan

Qmmunity: Rainbows Here, There, Everywhere
Cluck rainbow capitalism, keep your pink dollars in Austin’s queer community at these events
"...Drag at the drive-in. Sat., June 12, 8:15-11pm. Blue Starlite Downtown, 300 San Antonio. $35+. dragatthedrivein.com...."

June 11, 2021 Column by Beth Sullivan

Guide to 4/20 Events and Resources in Austin
Everyone needs to chill out
"...Drafthouse South Lamar, Slaughter Lane, and Lakeline, or Blue Starlite Mueller and Downtown. Harold & Kumar Go to White..."

April 15, 2021 Events Post by Katherine McNevins

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