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Live Design Showcase
Here's a showcase of work created for theatre, dance, and other performance mediums by the MFA candidates in UT's Live Design program. Areas of work include costume design and technology, lighting design, integrated media and scenic design.Sat., May 11, 6-9pm. Free.
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Texas Burlesque Festival
We reckon this might just be the burlesque event of the year, featuring performers from all over Texas and the rest of the States, from Canada, from the whole wide world. With headliners Mr. Gorgeous from New York, Ophelia Flame from Minneapolis, and Las Vegas Legend Gina Bon Bon – plus Austin's own Queen of the tease Coco Lectric and new Austin resident (and reigning King of Burlesque) Icky Muffin. Be ready for a night of "tantalizing strip tease performances that range from classic glove-and-garter peels to comedic takes on pop-culture icons."Fri.-Sat., May 10-11, 8pm. $55-108. -
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¡Estar Guars!
The Latino Comedy Project, fully embracing the power of the dark(er) side, presents this intergalactic send-up to end all send-ups, staging a 1) hilarious and 2) totally Mexified version of all that Jedi shit that George Lucas and friends have been visiting on this planet for more than three decades now. See Han Cholo, La Princesa Leia Organa-Cortez, Tio Juan Kenobi, Yola, R2Me2, Darth Vendido, ICE Troopers, and more in a comedy fiesta set "not long ago, in a barrio just around the way …" It's a show of "high adventure, swashbuckling duels, and adorable furry brown creatures speaking in exotic alien tongues – like Spanglish!" (: Note: This show is performed mostly in English with some Spanglish and is rated PG-13.) Written & directed by Sith Lord Adrian Villegas. See our recent feature for more.Through May 11. Thu.-Fri., 8pm; Sat., 8pm; Sun., 5 & 7pm. $25.
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(un) Documents
The Vortex presents the return of this play written and performed by Jesus I. Valles, bringing to staged life the writer's "journeys across both sides of a river with two names, moving between languages to find his place as a son, a lover, a teacher, and a brother in a nation that demands sacrifice at the altar of citizenship." Directed by Rudy Ramirez, lauded by the Chronicle's own Robert Faires, recommended to one and all.Through May 19. Thu.-Sun., 8pm. $15-35. -
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Cats
You have Broadway In Austin to thank for the return of this beloved musical, now featuring "new sound design, direction, and choreography for a new generation." But it's still an ailurophile's theatrical dream, bringing T.S. Eliot's rambunctious rhymes about fantastic felines to spectacular staged life. Ah, there's nothing old about this possum, tell you what. (Pro tip: Get a ticket for your mom, too, take her to see this show 'round Mother's Day – moms love cats!)May 7-12. Tue.-Fri., 8pm; Sat., 2 & 8pm; Sun., 1 & 7pm. $30 and up. -
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Lying to the Sea Witch
The Paradox Players present the Texas premiere of Kita Heartwood's 11-song operetta about taking chances and understanding that your daily choices determine the person you become. This show, directed by Barbara Abbate, features a stage full of dancing and singing pirates and music by the People’s Orchestra of Austin.Through May 12. Fri.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 3pm. $10-20. -
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Mary Page Marlow
The Alchemy Theatre Company presents Tracy Letts' drama exploring the life of one woman – as played by six different actresses in 11 scenes, directed here by Robert Walden.Through June 1. Thu.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 2pm. $32-45. -
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Matilda the Musical
Take a journey through the world of this Tony-winning hit based on Roald Dahl's story about an extraordinary little girl who dares to take a stand and change her destiny. No, this spectacular show ain't just for kids – it's a legit tale of empowerment for all. Directed by Abe Reybold and Nat Miller for Zach Theatre, with musical direction by Allen Robertson, and, well, you know the music and lyrics for this thing were writ by Tim Minchin, right?Through May 12. Thu.-Fri., 7:30pm; Sat., 2:30 & 7:30pm; Sun., 2:30pm. $25 and up. -
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Shakespeare in the Park: Merchant of Venice
The Austin Shakespeare company, directed by Ann Ciccolella, brings all the romance, comedy, and dramatic clashes of this Shakespeare masterpiece to life on the hillside stage at Zilker Park. This iteration of the show is set in the Belle Époque of 1890s Italy – so there will be plenty of gorgeous costumes – and, big bonus, the role of Shylock is performed by Marc Pouhé.Through May 26. Thu.-Sun., 8pm. Free. -
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Summer and Bird
Wait, you mean someone commissioned author Katherine Catmull to adapt her excellent fantasy novel for the stage? Yes, Austin Playhouse did that – and now the company's Theatre for Youth program presents the world premiere of this modern wonderment, suitable for the whole family, as directed by Lara Toner Haddock. And – look, birdlings! – here's our review of the show.May 4-12. Sat., 2 & 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. Extra show: Fri., May 3, 7:30pm. $7-28 (free, ages 4-18). -
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The Ballad of Klook & Vinette
This contemporary new love story from Zach Theatre – it's a world-premiere musical, no less, infused with lyrical prose, jazz, blues, and soul – features two lost souls trying to find themselves in one another. Written by Ché Walker, Anoushka Lucas, and Omar Lyefook; directed by Dave Steakley, with musical direction by Christian Magby. And here's our full review of the show.Through May 26. Wed.-Fri., 7:30pm; Sat., 2:30 & 7:30pm; Sun., 2:30pm. $30-$78. -
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The Children
Well, doesn't this seem creepy AF? Yes, and it's Lucy Kirkwood's recently Tony-nominated play about what ensues among three nuclear physicists in a remote cottage on the British coast while the world outside deals with a major disaster at a nuclear power station. "A darkly funny and unsettling show about legacy, survival, and responsibility." Directed by Carlo Lorenzo Garcia for Jarrott Productions.Through May 12. Thu.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2:30pm. $15-30. -
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Who Framed Roger Replicant?
Those commedia dell'arte capermongers of Austin's La Fenice, who you may recall brought us that hilarious Cthulhu Beach Party send-up, return with their latest entertainment. This one features "a body, an android, a judge, and a race for redemption." But … but that sounds serious. Have our favorite old-school clowns at long last ditched frivolity for more somber effect? Fear not! As related on their own Facebook post, "We have finished writing the scenario and it’s bleak AF. Now to figure out how to fill it with jokes." Excellent. So we'll just ask Leon about the tortoise one more time, Mr. Tyrell, and then we'll be right there with you, laughing along.Through May 18. Fri.-Sat., 10pm. $15.
