The World Is Watching J. Quinton Johnson

The UT alumnus left Austin to be in "the room where it happens": in Hamilton on Broadway

"...few months ago, the 22-year-old was just one more Austin actor hustling whatever roles he could, whether they were..."

April 7, 2017 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

In the Name of Ann Richards

AISD's School for Young Women Leaders is a district showcase – does its glittering reputation hide a darker side for teachers and students?

"...a mistake and come back from it." When the Austin Independent School District opened the Ann Richards School for..."

Aug. 30, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

The First Time

Austin artists reveal the intimate details of how they got their muse on

"...Rhythm tap master, Tapestry Dance Company executive/artistic director..."

July 17, 2009 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

She Got Rhythm

In the world of rhythm tap, female dancers are a minority, and women who are masters of the form, as Acia Gray is, are merely a fraction of the whole. But with the debut of the Soul to Sole Festival, Gray hopes to give women who tap their due.

"...Acia Gray has been dancing in this community for so long, it might not occur to most..."

May 18, 2001 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Update: Fate of UT's Fine Arts Library

Provost OKs recommendations to preserve, upgrade fifth floor

"...For months, the fate of the Fine Arts Library..."

April 11, 2018 Arts Post by Robert Faires

She's One of Us

Mike Clark-Madison Profiles New City Manager Toby Futrell

"...no getting around the fact that Toby Hammett Futrell, Austin's new city manager, is not just a high-profile player..."

June 7, 2002 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Blood and Guts and Dirt and Joy

Michael Miller may appear at first meeting to be withdrawn, but he is absolutely present onstage and off, and his willingness to "get dirty" with his characters and continuous challenge to himself to be better make this seemingly reserved actor one of Austin's best.

"...be better make this seemingly reserved actor one of Austin's best...."

Aug. 10, 2001 Arts Feature by Robi Polgar

Won't Get Schooled Again

Austin's Music Class of '98

"...by Todd V. Wolfson Few things are certain about Austin's Music Class of '98, those local artists releasing albums..."

Jan. 23, 1998 Music Feature by Andy Langer

Day Trips & Beyond: October Events Roundup

Catch up on Lone Star State news and plan some fall fun

"...Trade Bureau (TTB) is the governmental office in the Department of the Treasury that decides who gets the designation...."

Oct. 4, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Gay Place

Here and queer – UT Austin launches an LGBTQ Studies program

"...studies is nestled under the Women's & Gender Studies department and originates from the work done by UT's LGBTQ/Sexualities..."

Jan. 26, 2018 Column by Sarah Marloff

It's the Sound of 50 G's, Baby

UT grad Nora Boxer wins the prestigious Keane Prize for her short story, 'It's the song of the nomads, baby; or, Pioneer.'

"...graduate of the Creative Writing Program in the English Department, took the prize for her short story, "It's the..."

May 5, 2010 Books Post by Kimberley Jones

Naked City

News and happenings around Austin and beyond

"...• The 79th Texas Legislature opened for business Tuesday..."

Jan. 14, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Transforming a Neighborhood Near You

Since 1985, Austin's Art in Public Places program has placed more than 100 works in 57 facilities, transforming not only the look of the city but neighborhoods and the lives of people in them.

"...I'm talking about -- right in front of Huston-Tillotson College, across the street from Planned Parenthood and Church's Chicken...."

Dec. 20, 2002 Arts Feature by Sarah Hepola

Will Anybody Ever Love Neal Medlyn?

For vulnerable performer Neal Medlyn, Dork = Cool.

"...that Medlyn had staged since his debut on the Austin scene six months before (see p.45 for the complete..."

Dec. 29, 2000 Arts Feature by Ada Calhoun

Media Clips

KUT's new general manager describes his vision for the future of the public radio station.

"...soporific NPR reporter. But being the general manager of Austin's KUT radion station is anything but low-stress: As one..."

July 28, 2000 News Column by Lee Nichols

Articulations

Script Works: Write On!

"...in the production of new dramatic scripts. And now, Austin Script Works, as they named the group, has a..."

March 27, 1998 Arts Column by Robert Faires

State of the City Address

As delivered by Mayor Lee Leffingwell today

"...the City Address before the Real Estate Council of Austin today. Reprinted below is the full text...."

Feb. 2, 2010 News Post by Lee Nichols

Qmmunity: Come Sail Away

Queer Black Women Alliance sets sail for a Juneteenth boat party, plus Pride-themed provisions

"...at 7pm. (They've also just won a Best of Austin award, so kudos to y'all!) In partnership with ATX..."

June 16, 2023 Column by James Scott

Dancing About Architecture

Jimmie Vaughan skips Dubya's inaugural ball, while the Austin Music Network gets a reprieve from the city as the SIMS Foundation tries to spend $62,000 and fast.

"..."Almost every horn player in Austin is going to be in Washington D.C. this week..."

Jan. 19, 2001 Music Column by Ken Lieck

AFS Announces 2020 Feature Grant Recipients

Special new fund will help those hit by SXSW cancellation

"...cash and $15,000 in goods and services under the Austin Film Society's AFS Grants for 2020. However, in these..."

Sept. 1, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

High School Thesps Earn More Than Applause

New area musical theatre awards announce first nominations

"...thespians were about the nominations for the first Greater Austin High School Musical Theatre Awards...."

March 21, 2014 Arts Post by Robert Faires

SXSW Film Unveils March Lineup

So much ado!

"...The big story coming out of this year’s Sundance Film Festival was the wealth of standout films made..."

Jan. 31, 2013 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

A Mysteriously Happy Atmosphere

"...buzz at the Black Mountain estate in near South Austin. The two acres of densely wooded trails and creek..."

Oct. 23, 1998 Arts Feature by John Spong

311 Story in Error

"..."...The 311 club, which the Austin Police department says may have a lax door policy..."

Oct. 25, 1996 Column

Nothing Less Than Magical

Veterans of the Zilker Summer Musical recall enchantment on the hillside

"...When it's summer in Austin, you can count on at least two things: It'll..."

July 4, 2008 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

The House That PAC Built

"...That danced the Taylor off its feet,..."

Oct. 2, 1998 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Putting Himself 'Out Here'

Theatre Arts and English teacher Rick Garcia has put himself "out here," on Austin's fringes, n the off-the-map, lost-worldness of Johnston High School, to reach out to some of the poorest kids in one of Austin's most neglected neighborhoods and make a difference through that rare and vital cocktail: art and education.

"...to some of the poorest kids in one of Austin's most neglected neighborhoods. The school is also home to..."

March 9, 2001 Arts Feature by Robi Polgar

Rhythm is King

"...the night is through, a small army of dedicated dancers damn near wear a groove in Borinquen's red-brick floor,..."

June 25, 1999 Music Review by Jay Hardwig

The Connection of Merce Cunningham and John Cage Chance

"...of new art, he'd really like the Merce Cunningham Dance Company...."

Jan. 26, 1996 Arts Feature

Working Playwright

Steven Dietz just wants to get in, roll up his sleeves, and make the words better

"...Zeder, head of the playwriting program at the UT Department of Theatre & Dance. "So it's not in all..."

Nov. 7, 2008 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

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