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for Wed., March 5
  • Opening Reception of "Tenfold" Exhibition

    McLennon Pen Co. Gallery is proud to announce its move to a new, expanded home at 1114 W 5th St in Clarksville. The inaugural exhibition titled Tenfold will debut the art gallery's first official artist roster including artists based in Austin, New York, Los Angeles, and Kansas City.
    Thurs. June 5, 6pm-9pm  
    McLennon Pen Co. Gallery
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    Dance

    Dance Repertory Theatre Presents Equinox

    UT’s Dance Repertory Theatre constantly explores the possibilities in movement and storytelling. Equinox keeps this up with an explosive celebration of spring’s imminent arrival. Both local choreographers and dance-denizens from farther sides of the globe have crafted works specifically to spark a sense of wonder and newness. It’s dance made, in DRT’s words, to “question our sense of self, identity and connection.” Emerge from that wintry cocoon and glory in life. – Cat McCarrey
    March 5-9
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      Comedy

      Whose Live Anyway?

      In college, my friends and I would load up on carbs from the dining hall, rush back to our dorm, and watch Whose Line Is It Anyway on some saint’s YouTube account, where they’d uploaded full episodes for free. Those were the days, you know. Along with instilling in me a distinct love for improv comedy – a blessing or curse, I’m not sure – Whose Line introduced many a classic Nineties comic to my pop-culture reference log. Four of those folks hit the Paramount stage this week for a live performance of the classic improv show: Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, and Joel Murray. Laugh as much as me and my fellow then-19-year-olds did as the Whose Live cast combines audience participation with their famous improv games – which is to say, a lot. – James Scott
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      Visual Arts

      Art & Parks Tour

      This sweet opportunity comes to us from the Downtown Austin Alliance, the Pease Park Conservancy, and Ride Bikes Austin – so we know it's a damned good thing indeed. Take the self-guided Art & Parks Tour to explore the best of what Downtown Austin art and parks have to offer through this selection of curated murals, artworks, and green spaces. You can sign up anytime, so click that URL and get ready to learn the most vibrantly visual parts of your city soon – live and in person.
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      Dance

      Ballet Austin: Classes

      Learn your way to physical grace with a dance class at Ballet Austin. There are so many varieties to choose among – ballet, barre, contemporary dance, hip-hop, tap, cardio dance fitness, Pilates, and more – and all taught by professional instructors. See website for details.
      $3-7 per class.
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      Comedy

      Buzz Kill Comedy

      Hosted by Carlton Wilcoxson and Angelina Martin, and featuring the best local and national comics every Wednesday.
      Wednesdays, 9pm. Free.
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      Comedy

      Buzzkill at the Buzz Mill

      Hump day just became, uh, no-slump day? Ah, sorry. I have to workshop my tight five. In the meantime, how about you enjoy some actual good comedy by attending this free show hosted by the hilarious Carlton Wilcoxson and Angelina Martin. They pull in Austin’s most engaging local talents, both emerging and headlining, to make the logs on Buzz Mill’s wall shake from thunderous laughter. “For the past 10+ years,” their event copy states, “this consistently entertaining show has earned its spot as one of the most fun things to do in Austin and with good reason: it never misses.” – James Scott
      Every Wednesday
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      Visual Arts

      Landmarks: Self-Guided Walking Tour

      Use your smartphone to access self-guided tours of the outdoor public art sited by UT's award-winning Landmarks program any time you feel like it. BONUS: There's also a free, docent-led tour starting at Marc Quinn's "Spiral of the Galaxy" (1501 Red River) on Sun., Jan. 8, 11am.
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      Visual Arts

      Martha's Contemporary: Hokey Pokey + What You See Is What You Get

      Here's a two-person exhibition that features painting, installation, videography, and sculpture by Moll Brau and Wes Thompson. It's a deep dive into a pool of loneliness, triumph, and rebirth. It's a forest of mazes where fireflies provide the light. It's a show of creations from a pair of terrific, hardworking local artists and you don't want to miss it.
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      Visual Arts

      Museum of Illusions

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      Visual Arts

      Old Bakery Gallery: Fantastical Flora

      This multimedia exhibition is a comprehensive exploration of the beauty of botanical forms, expressed realistically and in the abstract, featuring the work of local artist Francine Funke.
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      Reading the Rainbow Book Club

      Come in person or attend online: Either way, you’ll be having a gay ol’ time discussing queer speculative fantasy novel Vagabonds! by Nigerian author Eloghosa Osunde.
      First Wednesday of every month
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      Comedy

      South Austin Comedy Club

      South Austin’s first dedicated comedy venue is spearheaded by local comics Martin Henn, Andre Ricks, and Raza Jafri, and brings top-notch acts to South Austin every Wednesday through Saturday. Note: The upcoming comics – including nationally touring acts, local sweethearts, and everyone in between – will be listed on Instagram each night.
      Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm
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      Comedy

      The Creek and the Cave

      This snazzy spot for local and national stand-up acts has shows almost every night of the week.
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      Visual Arts

      Words and Wonder: Rediscovering Children’s Literature

      One of the pleasures of having a first-rate research center and archive in town is how the Harry Ransom Center will regularly comb through its own vast holdings and hand-pick gems to present in a new context. Hence the HRC’s latest exhibit, “Words and Wonder: Rediscovering Children’s Literature,” which pulls from its manuscript, art, photography, film, and performing arts holdings to spotlight early 20th-century authors and illustrators catering to a young readership. The exhibit includes magic lantern slides from Aesop’s Fables, John Tenniel’s illustrations of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, and Ernest H. Shepard’s indelible images from the Hundred Acre Wood, among other treats. Runs through August 17. – Kimberley Jones
      Through August 17

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