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Aisha Imdad: “The Allegorical Gardens”
Gardens loom large in legend. Think the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Shalimar Gardens, the Garden of Eden: each bursting with symbolic beauty, dripping with promises of life and growth. Artist Aisha Imdad explores the lush intricacies of this verdant imagery. Her watercolor works delve into literary and mythological gardens, inspired by Indian, Mughal, and Persian frescos. Each invites closer introspection, a desire to immerse in the vibrant world of her works. Each intricate blossom speck, or gilded turn of a bird wing, vibrates with idealized life. Imdad’s art portrays the possibilities of paradise. – Cat McCarreyThrough July 3 -
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Austin Yoga Institute
specializes in Iyengar yoga with daily classes for varying skill levels. If your skill level is high enough, the institute has teacher training to prepare you for certification. -
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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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“Roots Unveiled: Exploring the Chinese Experience”
Among the many anti-civil rights bills creeping their way through the Texas Legislature is Senate Bill 17, which would bar Chinese and many other Asian citizens from buying land here. Denounced by detractors as racist and reminiscent of 19th-century laws targeting Asian immigrants, its 2023 origins, along with growing anti-Asian sentiment after the pandemic, inspired Houston artist Jane Xu to found the multi-city Asian American Art & Culture Initiative and initiate this multidisciplinary exhibit. Curated by renowned international independent curator Sylvia XuHua Zhan, it brings in-depth research and archives along with work from a wide range of artists to offer a look at the rich history of Chinese Americans in Texas. Opening reception is Sunday, May 18, noon. – Kat McNevinsThrough August 31; opening reception, May 18 -
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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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Bea Love Yoga
Bea hosts regular classes all over town, as well as special events and private instruction. Call or go online to sign up. -
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Buddhist Book Study
Do you enjoy contemplating the deep questions that come with being human? Join conversations facilitated by Asenath Avinash based on Buddhist books from great teachers to explore these questions and meditate. Drop-ins welcome; no registration required.Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. Donations appreciated. -
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Buddhist Meditation
Asenath Avinash, who has over a decade of experience practicing both Zen and Tibetan Buddhism, leads an hourlong meditation session. Drop-ins welcome; no registration required.Wednesdays, noon. Donations appreciated. -
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Club Coma (album release) [inside]
Sat., June 28, 11pm. Free w/ wristband from 6/28 Thievery Corporation show. $12.25 + fees general admission otherwise (all ages). -
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Comedy
Come @ Me: Improv Comedy Inspired by Your Instagram
Why are there so many different social media apps you have to be on? And where are my slippers? Are you my grandson? I’m joking about being old, which is something they might make fun of me for when they do the improv comedy inspired by my Instagram. If you can’t laugh at yourself, you won’t make it far in this world! So come be the butt of the joke at this weekly show created by Isaac Garza, Amy Knop, and Kyle Irion, and starring Natalie O’Sullivan Hamilton, Juese Cutler, Sunny Huang, Xander Noland, Lisa Jackson, Colton Matocha, Jenn Rosario, Kevin Anderson, Jamie Meeks, and special guests, who will all endeavor to finally use social media for something good. – Kat McNevinsSaturdays -
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Kids
Community Hours at Thinkery
Children’s growing minds and bodies are always looking for something to do, and it’s costly keeping them occupied. So bring them to Thinkery children’s museum, which “strives to be an inclusive, friendly, inspiring space to learn for our entire community, regardless of income, mental/physical abilities, ethnicity, nationality, race, sexual orientation, gender expression/identity or family status.” From 3 to 7pm Tuesdays, kiddos can visit all the STEAM activities and exhibits like Train Town, the Spark Shop, the Story Nook, and the Move! Studio to have tons of fun while learning and wearing themselves out before bedtime. And it’s all free! Just don’t let them start looking at the not-free items at Toy Joy. – Kat McNevinsTuesdays, 3-7pm -
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Different Stages: For the Pleasure of Seeing Her Again
Mother’s Day might have made some folks sentimental. Did you reflect on what you’ve inherited from your mother? The sacrifices she made and the support she gave? Keep that ruminative mood going with Different Stages, as they present a classic mother/son dynamic in Quebecois king Michel Tremblay’s For the Pleasure of Seeing Her Again. Tremblay’s mother was apparently a force to be reckoned with. She shared her creativity and love for literature with him, but died before he gained writing success. Pleasure explores their history and relationship while paying homage to an indomitable, inspirational woman. – Cat McCarreyThrough June 14 -
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Fat Ham
The hot question on everybody’s minds during Shakespeare class… is Horatio invited to the cookout? Finally, the Pulitzer Prize-winning Fat Ham provides some sort of answer. Instead of Hamlet, we have Juicy: He’s Black, queer, and trying to cope with his mother’s recent remarriage. When the ghost of Juicy’s father intrudes to beg for revenge, a modern retelling of Hamlet takes off with love, fourth-wall breaks, and the gentle disruption of generational trauma cycles. How would Hamlet’s life be different if he just went to therapy? Fat Ham dares to venture into those unknowns. – Cat McCarreyThrough June 29 -
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Gospel brunch w/ Moriah Sisters [inside] (12:30, 10:30am)
Sun., April 6. $44.95 w/ view of band, $36.95 without view of band. -
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Hayden Pedigo (album release)
“My name is Hayden Pedigo, and I’m from Amarillo, Texas.” That’s how the young guitarist opens all of his shows – not only due to hometown pride, but also due to the inspiration his music takes from the widescreen vistas and flat desert earth around his city. Pedigo’s ninth and latest album I’ll Be Waving as You Drive Away fleshes out his usually spare sound with added instrumentation and lusher textures without altering his essential, expansive vibe. The former Amarillo City Council candidate celebrates the record’s release at Austin’s favorite outsider record store at 6pm. EOAE-exclusive colored vinyl will be available. – Michael TolandFri., June 6, 6pm -
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Hot Summer Nights
When the nights barely get below 80 degrees, it’s hard to want to hit a packed club. The Red River Cultural District inspires sluggish music lovers the best way they know how: by offering up the music for free. Clubs all over Downtown will have stacked local lineups, all free of charge – but you still have to tip your bartenders!July 24-26 -
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Hurriyah Festival benefiting Gaza Soup Kitchen w/ Hanna Barakat, Camellia Boutros, El Ärkitekt, Free Hamze, Viva Palestina Orchestra, Damascan Daydreams
“Hurriyah” means freedom in Arabic. Launched last year by Lebanese-American rock singer Hanna Barakat, the Hurriyah Festival envisions liberation for Arabs worldwide. Alongside vendors, food, a silent auction, and an educational pop-up by the Falasteen Museum, this year’s event features performances by Barakat, the Viva Palestina Orchestra, Lebanese rapper Free Hamze, Lebanese-Palestinian experimental multi-instrumentalist Camellia Boutros, Palestinian hip-hop artist El Ärkitekt, and Syrian dream-pop musician Damascan Daydreams. Tickets ($20) benefit the Gaza Soup Kitchen.: – Carys AndersonSat., June 7, 5pm -
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Dance
Interiors
Known for 25 years as Kathy Dunn Hamrick Dance Company, KDH Dance Company rebrands with Interiors, its first show since Artistic Director Alyson Dolan and Executive Director/Resident Composer Drew Silverman took over the artistic arm of the organization. In light of the transition, this production examines, understandably, our insides – how our environments shape our beings, and how we, in turn, leave a mark on those around us. Dancers Anna Bauer, Cara Cook, Jairus Carr, Lisa del Rosario, Love Muwwakkil, and Carissa Topham Fisher move to music performed live by local musicians Henna Chou, Leila Henley, and Andy Nolte. – Carys AndersonJune 5 - 7 -
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Jesus Christ Superstar
He is risen – and by He, we mean Impact Art’s Summer Stock 2025 production of the Gospel-inspired rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar. Will this be biblically accurate? No! But that’s the fun of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s concept-album-turned-Broadway-sensation. Wouldn’t you just love to watch hot Judas sing to his BFF, aka the son of God? Everyone can get in on the saintly serenades, as the Aug. 3 show will feature ASL interpreters as well as audio-described performances, and Aug. 5 will have a sensory-friendly performanceAug. 2-10 -
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Jiab Prachakul: Sweet Solitude
Whoever says Austin isn’t a fine art town can get the hell out of here. We continually break artistic ground with innovative and international taste. The Contemporary once again adds to that rep by hosting artist Jiab Prachakul’s first solo museum show. Born in Thailand, living in France, and with a solid film background behind her, Prachakul’s work has a bold style and clear point of view. Heavy graphic lines and soul-stirring colors fill her art. Each moment could be a film still, each stroke staking her claim on a far-too-Western art world. Widely accessible but intensely intimate, Prachakul’s scenes beg for close inspection. Join the Contemporary, and the artist herself, in examining her offerings during Friday’s opening night festivities or in conversation on Saturday, Feb. 1. – Cat McCarreyThrough August 3 -
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Juneteenth w/ Kydd Jones, Cha'keeta B [inside] (10:00); the Teeta, Geto Gala, Nubia Emmon [patio] (7:00)
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Just for Teens: Captive Creatures
What’s up teens? It’s me, your friendly neighborhood alt-weekly writer, telling you that there’s more fun to be had outside your phone than inside. After all, being addicted to social media is kinda cringe. And what’s not cringe, you ask? The real skibidi rizz is in arts & crafts. Yeah, that’s right: You wanna be cool? You gotta go make cute clay creatures at your local library! They even provide you with the clay and a glass bottle terrarium home for your creation. Who knows? Creating instead of consuming might just be your new favorite way to earn aura points. – James ScottTue., June 10 -
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KMFA Midday Music Series: Jazz Sessions w/ Paul Matthews & Anthony Basini
With school out and the kiddos cooped up at home, KMFA’s family-friendly introduction to the magical world of jazz is the perfect opportunity to get out of the house and jazz up your summer. This interactive performance uses storytelling and group participation to teach little ones the basics of jazz, with instruction by local musicians Paul Matthews and Anthony Basini. Cool cats of all ages are invited to join in on this afternoon of creative musical fun. – Julianna PlewesTue., June 10, noon. Free (all ages). -
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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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Mochi Mochi: A Cosplay Drag Show
Leia Sakura, Louisianna Purchase, and Tatiana Cholula present this costumed coterie of anime-inspired performances.Last Thursday of every month, 10pm -
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Parish Presents: Butt Stuff Bingo
No one is saying that traditional bingo is boring, but if you enjoy the bluer forms of (verbal) intercourse – and many do – Butt Stuff Bingo could be just right for you. BSB is an interactive game-show themed contest, but instead of grandma rules, with only one winner per contest, Butt Stuff gives multiple contestants the chance to win “novelty” prizes – dildos? – from “specialty” stores. Each night features an “adult re-imagined parody” of classic works like I Love Lucy, Dirty Dancing, or The Smurfs. – Brant BingamonEvery other Monday -
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Queer Black Women Alliance Presents: First Wednesday
Having fun and meeting new people is harder than TV makes it seem. Good thing there’s orgs like Queer Black Women Alliance, who’ve got another event series starting this month with First Wednesday. These’ll be open to the full breadth of Black LGBTQIA+ Austinites as a way to “connect after work or just after a long day,” says their Insta. Self-described writer, tarot reader, and “catalyst” Anraje hosts the event at Southern hospitality hot spot the Dogwood’s Domain locale. Bring your troubles, your joys, and your open heart, and create a little connective tissue with your local Black queer community. – James ScottFirst Wednesdays -
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Queer Black Yoga
Queer Black Women Alliance hosts this yoga session led by Venus (@allthefeels_yoga on Insta). Make sure to bring a yoga mat, water, and a hat and sunnies.Second Sunday of every month, 10am. Free but donations appreciated.Live Oak Meadow, 2208 Parkway -
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Special Screenings
Queer Country Cinema: National Anthem (2024)
Neon Rainbows partners with TLGS for a screening of this feature inspired by Luke Gilford’s portraits of queer rodeo performers. A special Bobby Pudrido performance precedes the picture.Wed., June 4, 6pm -
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Queer Craft Night
In August 2022, hosts Ashley and Bernadette decided to bring together their two loves: crafting and hanging out with friends. Thus, Queer Craft Night was born! One venue change later and this DIY delight takes over queer-owned vino/espresso spot the Violet Crown every other Wednesday. Bring a project or start one on-site – according to QCN’s Insta, there’s been folks who’ve brought everything from embroidery to leather work, macrame to Lego-building. While the hosts always have a little extra supplies, you’re responsible for your own materials. Pro-tip: Violet Crown neighbors Little Deli, so arrive early and chow on a little brain food before startin’ in with the scissors. – James ScottEvery other Tuesday, 6-9pmThe Violet Crown Wine Bar & Coffee Shop, 7100 Woodrow Ave. Ste. 100 -
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Rainbow Girls, B.R. Lively
When used to describe women’s harmonies, the word “haunting” implies that only supernatural sources could create such lush power – according to alt-folk trio Rainbow Girls. In their latest album, the sister-like singers (and multi-instrumentalists), Erin Chapin, Caitlin Gowdey, and Vanessa Wilbourn, reclaim this title for their ordinary non-witch selves. While 2023 saw lighthearted political jabs in their studio drops (“Compassion to the Nth Degree”), HAUNTING departs for trauma and loss across an eerie backdrop of outlaw doo-wop, windy blues, electrified acoustic, and three distinctly chill vocal perspectives that fuse into a fourth supervoice. – Amber WilliamsTue., June 10, 8pm -
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Second Sundays with Abundant Masculinities
Taking place post-trans-masc workout, cool down with a mindful discussion about transmasculinity. Expect activities designed to inspire critical thinking and reflection on masculinity as well as guided meditation.Second Sunday of every month -
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Small Business Division Webinars
Do you own a small business or have entrepreneurial dreams? The city's Small Business Division is here to help! Find resources and a selection of instructional webinars on the city's site, with many free classes and some with a small fee.OngoingVirtual -
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Comedy
Snail Haven's Comedy Pregame
This is a weekly stand-up comedy showcase to help you pregame your Friday night on the town. (Snail Haven also features music shows, film screenings, and general hangs. Best bet: Follow @SnailHavenShows on Instagram and DM them for event details.)Fridays, 8pm. Free. -
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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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Squirrel Flower, Free Range, Lefty Parker
I once cried my eyes out to a Squirrel Flower record on the floor of my childhood bedroom. Planet (i), the LP responsible, combines heart-scarred folk lyrics with sticky guitar reverb, creating a noise present in a drive down the interstate with the volume all the way up. Without the proper word count to adequately describe it, the most I’ll spoil for potential concertgoers is that, whether it’s Ella Williams’ sweltering melodies or the lines of indie-folk opener Free Range, each song tugs at something primordial inside each of us. It’s best to let the overfeeling happen at Hole in the Wall rather than on your teenage-stained carpet, mascara running. – Levi LangleyThu., June 12, 9pm -
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Visual Arts
Stephen L. Clark Gallery: Kate Breakey
This exhibition of new work by Kate Breakey showcases hand-colored photography of the natural world, particularly of Texan and Australian landscapes, animals, and insects. -
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Taylor Swift Muzingo
Get down to “this sick beat” at Taylor Swift Muzingo. Never heard of Muzingo? It’s basically bingo mixed with a dance party, where instead of marking off numbers, you mark off the songs that are played. “The time will come for us to finally win” because if you get five in a row, you can get a prize. The night will be sparkling; don’t you let it go. – Blake LeschberMon., June 9 -
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Texas Healing Arts Institute
Get your body back in line with spa and massage treatments or yoga and bodywork classes. Training in the wellness arts is also available. -
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The Floor Is Lava
Yowch! That’s what you’d be saying, you know, if you touched your tootsies to a lava-flooded floor. Thankfully, Austin is not located next to an active volcano … or is it? This scripted comedy sketch show is a fresh flow of bright burning comic talent sure to scorch expectations with “fun, loose, and experimental” material. Don’t believe me? Read this totally real quote from the comedy show’s Instagram bio: My ‘comedies’ are complete *poop emoji* compared to the greatest sketch group to ever sketch! –William Shakespeare. I can’t believe ol’ Willy really said that! But no one has ever lied on Instagram before, so best believe this show’s hot stuff. – James ScottTuesdays -
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Special Screenings
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 (2014)
Feeling a bit dystopian in the current political climate? Check out the first half of the original Hunger Games series finale for all the inspiration you need for your counterrevolutionary activities. While Katniss Everdeen fights President Snow’s dictatorial regime in Panem, we, too, fight the establishment – one map labeled the Gulf of Mexico at a time. Whether a member of the revolution, a fan of dystopian science fiction, or complicated love triangles, this movie has it all. – Julianna PlewesJune 2 & 4 -
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Food Events
Toast of Texas
Not to be confused with Texas Toast, that most delicious application of cheese, garlic, and butter to a fat hunk of bread, Toast of Texas instead leans into the whole raise-your-glass thing. How so? By filling your glass with samples from more than 20 of Texas’ finest wineries. Put on by the Wine & Food Foundation, Toast of Texas also throws in barbecue, a silent auction, and activations with your ticket. Level up for a VIP guided tasting with This Is Texas Wine podcast host Shelly Wilfong. – Kimberley JonesSun., June 8 -
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Nightlife & Parties
TunnelVision
Solovino hosts a mind-melter lineup featuring Bobby Pudrido, Dante, Ethel Institution, Chuqui, Flex Brojas, Franky L’Amour, Liz Dexia, and Rosalind Hussell. Door charge is $8, so remember to bring cash.Thu., June 5, 10pm -
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Workout! With Erica Nix
Make exercise fun again. Dance, cardio, and strength training workouts inspired by Richard Simmons, Jane Fonda, Big Freedia, and voguing.Wednesdays, 6:30pm; Sundays, 11am. Price varies.Online -
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Write Club
As Amy Poehler’s character Susie advises about musical theatre in Wet Hot American Summer, “Your craft is a muscle; you have to exercise it.” If your craft is writing, consider Write Club your gym sesh. At this monthly meetup, participants are given a prompt or exercise, then everyone will write and share. Don’t be shy; this is a supportive environment filled with folks who are also writers, aka some of the most insecure people on the planet. Have a stretch, crick your neck, and get those writing muscles absolutely ripped. – Kat McNevinsThird Tuesday of every month -
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Yoga Yoga
With four locations and 350 weekly classes, Yoga Yoga has something for all levels of ability. It also offers training for yoga instructors and special events all year round.