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The Juilliard String Quartet with pianist Anna Petrova
With unparalleled artistry and enduring vigor, the Juilliard String Quartet (JSQ) continues to inspire audiences around the world. Founded in 1946 and hailed by The Boston Globe as “the most important American quartet in history,” the ensemble draws on a deep and vital engagement to the classics, while embracing the mission of championing new works, a vibrant combination of the familiar and the daring.Sat. May 17, 7:30pmRiverbend Centre -
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Affordable Art Fair Austin
After a hugely successful first edition, Affordable Art Fair Austin returns May 15-18, 2025 at the Palmer Events Center, showcasing thousands of original contemporary artworks ranging between $100 to $10,000. Welcoming 55 local, national and international exhibitors, the second edition will be unmissable.May 15-18, 2025Palmer Events Center
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EXTC - XTC's Terry Chambers & Friends
Anyone hoping to hear the slow-churning groove of “Making Plans for Nigel,” the melancholic folk prayer of “Dear God,” the quirky jaunt of “Senses Working Overtime,” or the romantic guitars of “Then She Appeared” has basically been SOL since 1982, when XTC frontman Andy Partridge’s health issues forced him to quit touring. Now, with Partridge’s approval, drummer Terry Chambers has launched EXTC, a new band featuring singer Steve Hampton and singer-bassist Terry Lines set to perform the Britpop legends’ classics, plus new material. Not since No Talking, Just Head has a post-punk offshoot conjured such a great name. – Carys AndersonSun., May 11, 8pm -
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Special Screenings
An Army of Women (2024)
If you were a regular Chronicle reader in the late 2010s and early 2020s, then you already know about the city’s shameful rape kit backlog and the subsequent class action lawsuit filed by 15 rape survivors against the city, county, and criminal justice system. What director Julie Lunde Lillesæter and her team do so effectively is distill that yearslong process into a 84-minute documentary with an intimate lens on the survivors and lawyers at the heart of the case. Following Saturday’s screening will be a panel conversation with three of the plaintiffs and the head of APD’s Sex Crimes and Domestic Violence units. – Kimberley JonesMay 8 & 10-11 -
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Austin Pride’s Big Gay Brunch
Does a city Pride org throwing a drag brunch reinvent the wheel? Nay, but also why would you need to do so? The wheel is great! As is this brunch, which brings back competition chaos with Kelly Kline’s Drag Survivor where those who believe they can “slay the stage and snatch the crown” go head-to-head. Kline also plays host to this boozy morning meal featuring a full menu, 14 beers on tap, frozen cocktails, mimosa buckets, and ice-cold AC just in time for temps to hit the high 90s. – James ScottSun., May 11 -
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“Meeting at the Edges: Testing Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Boundaries”
Why are the edges always the most difficult? Almost all textile arts suffer in relation to cleaning up those untidy ends. This month, Link & Pin Art Space invites viewers to embrace the unruly threads of life. To shamelessly pull from artist Sam Elkins’ Instagram post (@samelkinstextiles), join Saturday’s artist reception for some “edgy” conversation with the creators involved. Elkins’ weaving work will rest alongside the fibrous textures of Gary Anderson’s art and Diane Sandlin’s mixed media marvels. Ponder, and maybe even come to terms with, life’s bumps and whorls through these artists’ explored space. – Cat McCarreyThrough June 8 -
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Ballet Austin’s Romeo & Juliet
Ballet Austin’s Romeo & Juliet? More like Stephen Mills’ Romeo & Juliet. Or rather, after 25 years of his tenure as the visionary behind the city’s premiere dance company, the two are in perfect harmony. Celebrate Mother’s Day and Sarah & Ernest Butler Family Fund Artistic Director Mills’ legacy with one of his signature works as a choreographer – the greatest tragic romance of all time – while Austin Symphony Orchestra fills the Long Center with the music of Sergei Prokofiev. – Richard WhittakerMay 9-11 -
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Blanton All Day: Bring Mom to the Museum w/ Annabelle Chairlegs
Flowers and breakfast in bed are overdone. Why not celebrate your mom with something fun, like fine art and live music? This Mother’s Day edition of the Blanton’s monthly Blanton All Day event – free for museum members, $20 for adults – features guided tours, a cardmaking activity, (not free) massages, and music from Annabelle Chairlegs. The local mainstays have long charmed national audiences with surfy, lightly psychedelic garage rock; latest album Gotta Be in Love turns five this year, but a “new album will drop this year swear to bob,” singer Lindsey Mackin promised online last week. – Carys AndersonSun., May 11 -
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Boot Scootin’ Brunch
Country Fried Dance invites you to dance and eat your fill at this afternoon shindig. All ages are welcome.Sun., May 11, noon -
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Dirty Gold Theatre Presents: Venus in Fur
A seductive reconsidering of Leopold von Sacher-Masoch’s original novella, David Ive’s play gets reimagined once more by local theatre company Dirty Gold, who describe their work as “dynamic, provocative, character-based theatre that comments on contemporary society and our shared humanity.” What comments can they generate via Venus’ discussion of sexual power plays? You’ll just have to step into the metaphorical boudoir to find out. Special bulletin for Austin’s theatre pros: Wednesday, May 14, is Industry Night with promised ticket discounts both for presale and door tix. – James ScottThrough May 17 -
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Fantasy Figure Drawing Workshop
Sultry greetings to you, Chronicle reader, and a question: Have you ever wanted to draw a nude person? Do so this weekend within the magical confines of one Tiny Minotaur, who offer their venue as setting for a figure drawing workshop taught by local visual/mixed media artist Studio Kollisions. Hark, however, that this be a “fantasy” figure, so expect to see flower crowns, fairy wings, and other mythical minutia near the naked professional. Entry is $15 and you’ll be needing to BYO art supplies. – James ScottSun., May 11 -
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Full Moon Circle
Reflect on the wins, the losses, and the life you’ve led over the past 30 days at this queer-centric ritual space. Suggested donation is $15, and it’s advised to bring a blanket and a swimsuit for a possible post-circle swim.Sun., May 11, 6:30pmPilates Apothecary, 1803 S. First -
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Special Screenings
Hereditary (2018)
Ari Aster’s directorial debut set off a reinvigoration of arthouse horror and catapulted A24 to fame as the most relevant production company of the last decade. It also gave me an entirely sleepless night upon first viewing. Toni Collette’s performance as both a terrifying and deeply sympathetic grieving mother steals the show, but Milly Shapiro and Alex Wolff as her creepy children anchor the real horror of this family drama-turned-supernatural nightmare. The sharp, cacophonous saxophone score will linger in your ear, and one chilling scene will have you checking the corners of your ceiling long after the film ends. A true modern horror classic, it deserves to be seen in the theatre for the collective shock it elicits from first-time viewers. – Lina FisherMay 9-14 -
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I Wanna Be a F*cking Princess
This show scores one point for an extremely cathartic title, one that seems ridiculously fun to scream across the room. It scores five more for tackling the emotional pressure cooker of bridal parties and – brace yourselves – bachelorettes. Let’s add 10 points for putting that within a fractured fairy-tale format. I’m picturing something as fiercely fanged as the recent gal pals in White Lotus, but maybe with literal wolves? And finally, heap on about a hundred points for integrating this into the peri/menopausal exploration of HOT: the Exhibit, adding a whimsical performance aspect to an already-informative examination of an overlooked ordeal. Let’s talk about the changes women go through! Whether literally transformative, or just emotionally so! – Cat McCarreyThrough May 24 -
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Inspire Victorious Wrestling Presents: Kill Them All
From the indie wrestling promotion ashes of Inspire Pro and Inspire A.D. rises a new beast: Inspire Victorious, blasting forth with the Mr. Inspire title tussle between Jak Calloway and Will Allday; a mixed-gender grapple between Raychell Rose and Shimbashi, who currently holds the Lawless Darkness title; and a real-deal pro-wrestling wedding between Danny Orion and Maya World. Plus plenty more ringside riots, including the anime-adjacent Neon Genesis Elimination Bowl. As the poster states, “Kill ’Em All! Let Inspire Sort ’Em Out!” – James ScottSun., May 11 -
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Queer Skate Austin
Whether you’re blading, boarding, or simply a lover of all wheels, QSA invites all chillers to enjoy this monthly meetup.Sun., May 11, 7pm -
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Special Screenings
Union (2023)
In an absurd way, the fact that this worker-focused doc came out the same year (2024) as another Marky Mark slopfest with the near-exact same title (Union vs. The Union) shows just how dire our entertainment landscape is. However, as presented by everyone’s favorite anti-capitalist bookshop MonkeyWrench, the Stephen Maing and Brett Story-led feature follows the fascinating journey of Staten Island Amazon workers as they take steps to unionize their warehouse. Every member of the Amazon Labor Union (ALU) proves braver than Wahlberg even in his wildest 9/11 fantasies, as they’re facing the Bezos-created beast for real. HFC’s Sunday screening also includes a post-movie Q&A with Union’s producers. – James ScottSun., May 11 -
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3 Chord Rodeo
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Austin Symphony Orchestra Brass Ensemble
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Visual Arts
“HOT: The Exhibit”
Over a million American women go through the change every year. Why do we still talk about it in such hushed tones? Andee Kinzy and Melissa Knight hope to eliminate the stigma around menopause with “HOT,” a multimedia exhibit that hosts an art show, a play, and several workshops and panels throughout the month of May. The gallery opens May 4, and Jennifer Connell Davis’ I Wanna Be a F*cking Princess premieres four days later. In between and beyond, catch medical experts dispel menopause misinformation and try your hand at consciousness raising at community storytelling events. Find the whole schedule at improvedarts.org/hot-the-exhibit. – Carys AndersonFridays-Sundays. Through May 25 -
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“Personal Records”
One part of a greater track-and-field trio of shows, GLHF presents art from Brian Dulaney, Drake Konow, Gerardo Cisneros, Justin Leal, Tim McCool, Kevin Muñoz, Marissa Dunagan, Phillip Niemeyer, and Preetal Shah. All these pieces speak to their experiences while analog traveling – you know, using their legs rather than a car or skateboard. This show organizes under the banner of Artist Run Club, coordinated by Northern-Southern and focused on the quick-paced art intelligentsia of Texas.: – James ScottMay 3 - June 1 -
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Food Events
Barks for Beers 2025
Arf, arf: This is my impression of your dog when you tell them about this furry fundraising effort from Divine Canines. Tell their placid doggy faces about how 30 CTX craft breweries are participating, like Celis Brewery and Independence Brewing. Pet their ears and inform your pooch how buying a $30 Pawsport as well as a 2025 pint glass entitles you to a pour at each brewery. At this point, the canine mind might think: Okay, but what do I get out of all this? “Don’t worry,” you say. “Every brewery has promised to be dog-friendly, so we can go together.” Your dog’s response, probably: Woof! – James ScottMay 1 - 31Multiple locations -
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Barton Creek Farmers Market
A great selection of local farmers bringing fabulous pastured meats, eggs, dairy, vegetables, and fruits, plus prepared-food vendors, artisans, bakers, and of course, live music.Sundays, 9am-1pm. Free.4805 Hwy. 290 W., Sunset Valley (Kohl's parking lot) -
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Bear Beer Bust
Iron Bear's beer bust brings all the boys to the bar. Specials on select pints and pitchers.Sundays, 2-9pm -
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Blue Genie Art Bazaar's May Market
The Blue Genie Art Bazaar is an essential stop on your Christmas shopping list, but – lucky you – you don’t have to wait till Xmas to make your way back to the BG’s jam-packed aisles. Every weekend for the whole month of May, from 10am-8pm, you can peruse more than 100 regional artists and artisans. Entry is free, the vibe is family-friendly, and the thrill at finding the perfect Mother’s Day gift or primo piece of art to make your house a home – well, that’s priceless. More of a web browser? There are plenty of handmade goodies to tempt you at the Blue Genie online storefront: bluegenieartbazaar.shop.Friday, May 2 - Sunday, May 4; Friday, May 9 - Sunday, May 11; Friday, May 15 - Sunday, May 18; Friday, May 23 - Monday, May 26; Friday, May 30 - Sunday, June 1. free. -
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Comedy
Cap City Comedy Club
That's right: Cap City Comedy Club, the longtime cornerstone of Austin's comedy scene for nearly four decades is at a new venue in the Domain. And here's Valerie Lopez with a closer look at what's in store for the scene via the venue. Click for details!
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