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Affordable Art Fair Austin
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!May 16-19Palmer Events Center -
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Beatles Full Moon Concert in the Dark
On the April Full Moon, come set intentions and indulge in the mesmerizing allure of live acoustic music performed by world-class musicians, surrounded by the warm glow of candlelight. Its a different kind of concert, that begins and ends in darkness, with music and a poem or two surrounding and soothing you. Audience members will be given the choice of bringing their own yoga mats and/or pillows to gaze at the shadows on the ceiling. A circle of chairs will be provided.Tues. Apr. 23, 8pm-9pmATX Unplugged
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Pure Colombian Roots Music
Folkloric post-punks Nemegata take a Monday off from their residency, but frontman Victor-Andres Cruz subs in with an all-star surprise. The shamanistic singer/guitarist hosts three newly relocated members of 80-year-old Colombian cumbia traditionalists Los Gaiteros de San Jacinto.Mondays, 9:30pm -
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Cenicienta: A Bilingual Cinderella Story
Austin's Glass Half Full Theatre presents its award-winning “story within a story” using puppetry, performed in Spanish and English. Featuring Madison Palomo as Belinda, who – when she confronts her stepmother and stepsisters – learns to embrace her love of poetry and stand up for herself. This captivating bilingual Cinderella story is recommended for ages five and older.Available online through June 30. $10. -
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ICOSA: Window Dressing XII
Discarded household objects, old paintings from college, and paper with sensitive information make up the majority of materials used in the work of Hollie Brown and Jennifer Moore – now on display as "Nothing I Know (and Then Some)" in the front window of this excellent Canopy-based gallery.Artist reception: Fri., June 25, 7-9pm -
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Round Rock Express
Vs. Oklahoma City. Dogs welcome on Thursday, dress up as a superhero for Comic Con Night on Friday, and Sunday is kids' day, with train rides and a postgame chance to run the bases. See schedule for details and more events.June 17-22. Thu.-Sat. & Mon.-Tue, 7:05pm; Sun., 6:05pm -
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Sad Girls Only
Hosts Ruby Knight and Lousianna Purchase turn on the waterworks for the softer, sadder side of drag. Performances by Noodles, Tatiana Cholula, Rosalind Hussell, Summer Clearance, Bohemia, Rhonda Jewels, Yera, and Amber Nicole Davenport.Mon., June 21, 10pm. $10.
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A Portrait of My Mother
An artist remembers their mother, spinning a modern Mexican Cinderella tale as we follow the trials and tribulations of one woman's journey into motherhood – from her humble beginnings in the town of Laredo, Texas, to her journey to Chicago, and everything between. Written and performed by Carlo Lorenzo Garcia, directed by David R. Jarrott. Note: Now available for viewing on Vimeo.Through July 31. $5. -
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ArtUs Co. Gallery: Kent Burress
Kent Burress uses oils to capture the big skies and broad vistas of Texas in a style that often pushes the boundaries between representational and abstract art.Closing reception: Sat, July 24, 5:30-6:30pm10000 Research #118 -
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Austin Humane Society's Summer Kids Series
For a paw-some summer, register your li'l animal lover for AHS's virtual, hands-on educational sessions, including live shelter tours, dog walks, storytime with shelter pets, crafts, and dance sessions. It's all free, and supplies are provided via pickup or you can get a supply list online. Graduation is Aug. 6-7 and comes with a certificate and swag bag.June 1-Aug.7. Free.Virtual -
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Autonomies (2021)
Austin Jewish Film Festival provides access to this limited dystopian thriller series.Through July 4Online: www.austinjff.org -
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Big Medium: Austin Studio Tour
No, it's not happening right now, citizen, but it's preparing to return this November. Big Medium's humongous socioartistic success of an annual event – the free, self-guided art adventure through dozens upon dozens of local studios and galleries, enhanced by live demos and performances – will now combine the West Austin Studio Tour and East Austin Studio Tour to provide opportunities for artists all over Austin to connect and for the public to experience art safely both in person and virtually. Note: The tour boundaries have been extended to include all 10 districts of Austin for in-person participants, plus a 15-mile radius from the Capitol for virtual participants. And if you're an artist who wants to be part of this action: Applications are being accepted through July 19.Apply through July 19 -
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Blue Monday Blues Jam
Mondays, 7pm, Mondays, 7pm, Mon., June 6, 7pm, Mon., June 20, 7pm and Mondays, 7pm -
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BYO Vinyl With Kiss or Kill
Live your DJ dream by bringing a few fave records and letting them take a spin at the turntables. The first six participants get a free drink, too!Mondays, 6-9pm -
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Chaddick Dance Theater: Side Effects of Uncertainty
This past fall Chaddick Dance Theater created a site-specific work that was filmed at First Street Studio in April of 2021. The performance, now available for viewing, is Side Effects of Uncertainty – a three-part dance series that roams through the emotions and psychological effects the company endured during the global pandemic. Featuring CDT dancers Kat Harber, Katie Mae Hebert, Cameron Oefinger, and Christine Wong, with choreography by Cheryl Chaddick, video by Maria Forsythe, and lighting by Sam Chesney. See website for details.Donations accepted. -
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Church on Monday w/ Elias Haslanger & Dr. James Polk
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Conspirare: (un)Hidden Music
Here's a curated program of heart-opening music, featuring a solo performance by Conspirare’s own Craig Hella Johnson, giving you the lowdown on the acclaimed company's musical mission.Streaming through July 15. Donations accepted. -
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Davis Gallery: Introspection: Translating Beauty
Charles Heppner’s solo show here is the second congregation of the multiple expressions in his distinct visual canon. Beginning in 2015 at the Gowanus Loft Gallery in Brooklyn, this iteration of more than 50 works brings together a range of media in which he is fluent.Through July 10 -
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Electric Lady Bird presents Mobley
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Escape the Box
Take a journey through time exploring the hidden clues of Austin with Escape the Box, an outdoor guided tour, scavenger hunt, and escape game all in one! It entertains groups of 2-6 at $75 per group. The box features a number of puzzles and clues that can all be found in wonderful Austin neighborhoods along with discounts to participating businesses.Ongoing; see website for scheduled pickup times. $75. -
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Esquina Tango Outdoor Classes
Esquina Tango has a full calendar of socially distanced, donation-based outdoor classes like samba, salsa aerobics, and of course, tango. Check out the full calendar online.Ongoing -
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Fast, Free Training for Manufacturing Jobs
This training course prepares participants for work as entry-level production technicians or assemblers in the manufacturing industry. Incentives available to parents age 18-26.Six-week course begins June 21. Free.Skillpoint Alliance, 8868 Research -
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Father's Day Three-Float Pack Deal
Get a deal on three hourlong float therapy sessions, where Dad can release stress in a pod filled with Epsom salts and water.June 11-21True REST Float Spa, 10721 Research -
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Fiesta
After two years and multiple cancellations, the more than 125-year-old tradition is back with parades, street parties, music, and more.Thu.-Sun., June 17-27San Antonio -
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Fresh Takes on Gilbert & Sullivan
Gilbert & Sullivan Austin presents a new streaming series of scenes created by Austin theatre artists, offering a fresh take on classic selections from G&S operettas H.M.S. Pinafore, The Mikado, and Ruddigore.Through July 15. Free. -
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Grease Sing-Along (1978)
Warm up those pipes and get ready to belt out "Summer Nights."Mon., June 21, 9:20pm -
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