Laundry and Bourbon with Lonestar, two companion one act plays set in backyards of a small Texas town. Three ladies come together to talk about their life's ups and downs. Lonestar follows the life of three small town boys and the events that have shaped them. Both shows give us highs & lows with humor spread around, for good measure.
Affordable Art Fair Austin will launch in May 2024, showcasing original contemporary artworks ranging between $100 to $10,000. Welcoming a whole host of local, national and international exhibitors, their spectacular first edition is set to be unmissable!
Here's an exhibition of new works by Austin ceramic artistsClaire Bresette and Jennifer Hill. Here's an exhibition of enigmatic narrative tiles and equally intriguing standalone objects. Here's an exhibition at Atelier 1205 that's well worth your hungry eyes' time.
Unhitched: Rip-Offs and Homages to the Master of Suspense: Preminger's brilliant suspense movie is a thriller of the psychological kind. After a woman reports her daughter missing, all outward signs seem to point toward the fact that the child is a figment of her imagination. For more, see "Where in the World Is Bunny Lake?" July 20.
In which a five-course (!) menu is conjured by Intero's Ian Thurwachter and guest collaborator Gabe Erales of Dai Due Taquería, with dessert under the confectionary jurisdiction of Krystal Craig. Also, optional wine pairings. (You already know that Zagat's tagged Thurwachter as a 30 Under 30 chef, right? And that Erales was recently crowned "prince of pork" in the Cochon555 culinary competition?) This is sure to be a meal irresistible to all but vegetarians.
Austin Energy and Austin Water host a series of community events to help residents in high-use areas manage energy and water use, which lowers utilities bills.
Chicago’s four-man garage rock philosophers, Voluptuals released Terminal Patience this year, the band’s zippy, punky, indie full-length debut. Austin’s Cuckoos are the baby-faced reboot of Sixties psychedelic rock by musicians channeling Jim Morrison’s bohemian drawl with veteran musical prowess. TC Superstar ascends Austin synth-pop behind Connor McCampbell, who purrs a mellow drone. Their three dancers perform original choreography.
DoorDash is running a summer campaign to raise money for Feeding America, a hunger relief org. All you need to do is take a selfie by the new Love mural installation around the corner from Kitty Cohen's. Upload to Insta with tags @DoorDash and #DeliveringGood and you'll be entered to win $2,000 in DD credit while also raising money for FA. It's a win-win-win.
This is a free, 90-minute, on-demand class with Hal Croasmun, who will break down the components of what makes a good thriller and instruct you on how you can incorporate these elements into your own work.
Do you know someone who is still rockin' it at or after 60? Connected Senior Care Advantage is searching for a dozen inspirational adults ages 60-69 that are "healthy in mind and body and are contributing to Austin in some way." The winners will be selected by a panel of celebrity judges and included in a calendar photo shoot.
Seventy years after the luxury liner sank in the Atlantic more than 150 items from the wreck were brought up from the ocean floor and brought together for this fascinating show. Timed tickets are required.
Jason & Deb from 101X and Bikes for Goodness Sake have partnered to build and donate bikes for underprivileged kids. They are taking cash donations as well as bikes, and you can also donate your time and help build them on Aug. 5. See the website for more.
Social Cycling Austin presents Bikin' Betties, a weekly, beginner-friendly, all-ladies bike ride that ends with drink specials and fun activities (karaoke, minigolf, outdoor movies, etc.) Along the way, bond with other two-wheelin' ladies. Join the Facebook group for ride details.
This exhibition is enhanced with artifacts providing historical context for the paintings, rich with the unbroken connection the Comanche people have with their roots. Also, Rodeo: The Exhibition. Boy howdy, it's the history of the Texas rodeo – vibrant, interactive, and fully documented in this fine new show.
Share your feedback, concerns, and comments regarding the Dougherty Arts Center's redevelopment project with PARD via an online survey available in both English and Spanish.