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Malum Malus Burlesque: Lammas
The Wheel of the Year inspires Austin's most provocative performance art ensemble to offer this occult burlesque chantry of witches, a sexy af prelude to the rituals for Samhain this fall. Created by Blaise Ricin, presented by the Vortex.Thu.-Sat., Aug. 3-5, 8pm. $15-37.
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God of Carnage
Beyond August Productions presents this comedic play by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton. The production is directed by Robyn Conner, and stars Shannon Embry, Jill Klopp Turner, Chuck Winkler, and Peter Young.Through Aug. 13. Thu.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 3pm. $25-30. -
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Matilda the Musical
Zilker Theatre Productions presents the story of a girl who dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, Matilda is a joyous romp for children and adults alike.Through Aug. 12. Thursdays-Saturdays, 8:15pm. Free. -
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Romeo and Juliet
Shakespeare's classic of ill-fated love is here produced by City Theatre Austin for their new stage at Genesis Creative Collective.Through Aug. 6. Thu.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 3pm. $15-25. -
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Small Steps
Shrewd Productions presents the first world premiere of local playwright Briandaniel Oglesby. This "hilarious and campy, but heartfelt" play deals with the very real themes of isolation and loneliness, and the bravery involved in searching for real connection in our disconnected world. Directed by Braxton Rae, starring Dane Parker, Jen Brown, Trey Deason, Shannon Grounds, and Andy Shaw.Through Aug. 12. Thu.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 5pm -
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Split Britches: Last Gasp
Equipped with a bulletproof vest, some know-how, and a touch of irony, two icons of lesbian-feminist theatre use spoken word and movement as a call and response to urgent global predicaments. Peggy Shaw’s poetic musings are interspersed with Lois Weaver’s dance essays in which she wryly upends "how-to mania," with the duo hitting upon survival strategies for a world collapsing around them.Thu.-Sun., Aug 3-6, 8pm. $15-50. -
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Summer Stock Austin: Grease
You know this one, about Rydell High's senior class of 1959: duck-tailed, hot-rodding "Burger Palace Boys" and their gum-snapping, hip-shaking "Pink Ladies" in bobby sox and pedal pushers, evoking the look and sound of the 1950s in this rollicking musical. Directed here by Michael Ávila, with musical direction by J. Quinton Johnson and choreography by Kristie Copeland.Through Aug. 6. $45 and up. -
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Summer Stock Austin: The Wizard of Oz
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. Directed here by Zoë Adams, with musical direction by J. Quinton Johnson and choreography by Khali Sykes.Through Aug. 6. $45 and up. -
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TexARTS: 9 to 5
TexARTS' Professional Series presents this classic musical, based on the 1980s movie, featuring music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick.Through Aug. 27. Thu.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $45-55.
