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Darci Lynne
Having won NBCs "America's Got Talent" at just 12 years old, singer/ventriloquist Darci Lynne impresses audiences across the country with "her sweetheart disposition and undeniable, show-stopping talent beyond her years." Reckon that ol' Jeff Dunham had better watch his ass, ha-ha-ha.Sun., May 5, 3pm. $29.75-49.75. -
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Lucky Chaos: Groundworks
Featuring works in progress by company members and other artists – it could be you, so sign on up. Performance art, script readings, films, sketches, scene workshopping? Any of that! This month's featured performers are David Chang, Da'Shade Moonbeam, Da'Mon Sith, Jesus Valles, Irwin Tang, Pelita Dasalla Feldman, and Shannon Dale Stott.Sun., May 5, 7:30pm
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La Boheme
Austin Opera presents Puccini’s sweeping story of young bohemians struggling to fulfill their dreams and find true love. So, kind of like Riverdale, we imagine, but with fancier clothes and much vigorous singing? We jest, but then so did the kids of Rent. This one will blow you away.Thu., May 2, 7:30pm; Sun., May 5, 2:30pm. $39 and up. -
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Tales of Sleepless Nights
This is a performative walking tour of Downtown Austin’s homeless grounds, conceived and performed by Gathering Ground Theatre, a theatre troupe made up of Austinites who have experience with homelessness.Through May 5. Fri., 7:30pm; Sat., noon; Sun., 2pm. Donations accepted.
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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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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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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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¡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.
