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Top 10 Reasons (+3) I Stayed in Love With Theatre in 2014
Valentines to theatre and comedic craft played a large part in making 2014 a memorable year in theatre
"...1) THE STRANGE UNDOING OF PRUDENCIA HART (National Theatre of Scotland/Texas Performing Arts) On a Bass Concert Hall..."

Jan. 2, 2015 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Zach Theatre's Mary Poppins
Great singing and dancing make Dave Steakley's staging soar, but a spoonful of calm would help the spectacle go down
"...year. One could be forgiven for going into the theatre expecting a stage version of the classic Disney movie..."

Aug. 5, 2016 Arts Review by Elizabeth Cobbe

'The 101 Dalmatians Musical'
Tony Award-winning Director Jerry Zaks describes going to the dogs
"...That is the starting point for The 101 Dalmatians Musical, a new stage adaptation, with book by B.T. McNicholl..."

Nov. 20, 2009 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Top 10 Memorable Moments in Austin Theatre
Productions and performances, from the fantastic to the unfortunate
"...When we reflect back on a live theatre production, it's often one brief shining moment that we..."

Dec. 16, 2022 Arts Feature by Bob Abelman

Zach Theatre's Matilda the Musical
With its memorable characters and energetic performances, this production connects adults with their inner child
"...Like the book, Zach Theatre's Matilda the Musical invites its audience to step into..."

April 19, 2019 Arts Review by Trey Gutierrez

Review: Georgetown Palace Theatre's Cabaret
A risky and risqué staging opens the company's season of stalwart productions
"...The iconic musical Cabaret, currently being staged by Georgetown Palace Theatre, takes..."

Oct. 21, 2022 Arts Feature by Bob Abelman

How Austin's Theatrical Couples Keep Romance Alive Love's Labors Won
"...the stage door that reads "Love Shack." Because the theatre is one of those places -- like summer camp..."

Feb. 9, 1996 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Theatre Review: Austin Shakespeare Presents Jane Eyre
Inventive production refreshes a classic tale of love and liberty
"...been made into films, plays, and even a questionable musical. After all, what’s not to love in a heartbreaking..."

Nov. 15, 2024 Arts Feature by Cat McCarrey

Youth Theatre, Late Movies, Brat Dances, and More Recommended Events
It's not scorching! Get out while you can!
"...Summer Youth Theatre Presents Thrive, or What You Will..."

July 26, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Robert Faires' Top 10 Theatre Treasures of 2019
History came alive and exceptional ensembles propelled the year's most memorable shows
"...1) HAMILTON/JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR (Broadway in Austin/Texas Performing Arts) The 4-year-old phenom of musicals arrived like..."

Dec. 20, 2019 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Silence! The Musical
The musical send-up of 'The Silence of the Lambs' delivers two hours of nearly nonstop laughter
"...by Mystery Science Theater 3000, Doctuh Mistuh's Silence! The Musical extricates laughs from a hitherto distinctly unfunny, serious film...."

July 4, 2014 Arts Review by Stacy Alexander Smith

A Jukebox Musical, Chicken Tips, and More Weekday Events
Don't pretend like you don't need chicken tips
"...cooler.   – Richard Whittaker 2024 Funniest Person in Austin: Preliminary Round..."

July 26, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Ground Floor Theatre and Deaf Austin Theatre's Next to Normal
In this collaboration between the two companies, having signing actors and speaking actors perform side by side provides a uniquely engaging experience
"...In keeping with Ground Floor Theatre's stated mission of theatre for underrepresented communities, the company..."

Dec. 13, 2019 Arts Review by Trey Gutierrez

Zilker Theatre Productions' Shrek the Musical
The lovable ogre and company spring to life on the Hillside stage with loads of laughs and professional polish
"...solemn nod to every cast member of Shrek the Musical, taking the stage in full (and often furry) costumes,..."

July 29, 2016 Arts Review by Shanon Weaver

'The Odyssey: A Rock Musical'
Odysseus' epic voyage home is retold again, this time to a driving beat
"...con man in the Depression-era American South. When local theatre artist Freddy Carnes began his own adaptation of the..."

Aug. 13, 2010 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

'High School Musical': From the Disney Channel straight to Austin High
Disney's made-for-cable phenomenon High School Musical is jumping from the small screen to the stage, and Austin High is one of seven schools chosen to premiere the official stage adaptation
"...about kids putting on a show. Disney's High School Musical (and that purposefully generic title tells you pretty much..."

Nov. 3, 2006 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Review: Zach Theatre's The Girl Who Became Legend
World premiere of epic Americana folktale delights young and old
"...serves to stimulate and support the creation of plays, musicals, and operas for young audiences. Since its inception in..."

Sept. 22, 2023 Arts Feature by Bob Abelman

Getting to Oz Through Austin Arts
Area arts events make a Yellow Brick Road to The Wizard of Oz in Zilker Park
"...Land of Oz. Well, this year, the Zilker Summer Musical will transport audiences to the Emerald City, Munchkinland, and..."

May 19, 2017 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Zach Theatre
Construction is starting on Zach's third performance space, its biggest yet
"...chill on the Groundhog Day groundbreaking ceremony for Zach Theatre's new 420-seat stage. The show folk at this playhouse,..."

Feb. 11, 2011 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Bring the Zilker Summer Musical Home This Year
You can dance, you can jive to the Summer Musical and Mamma Mia! even if you can't get to the Zilker Hillside
"...still plan on seeing the 62nd annual Zilker Summer Musical starting July 10. But if 2020 has taught us..."

May 29, 2020 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Fear & Loathing in Austin: A Clarification
Articulations
"...and conflict of interest" in last year's City of Austin Cultural Contract funding process contained a crucial error. I..."

Nov. 14, 1997 Arts Column

Theatre Review: MJ the Musical
Touring production dances into hearts ... and around any issues
"...MJ the Musical is a jukebox musical through the lens of movement...."

Oct. 18, 2024 Arts Feature by Cat McCarrey

Review: Ground Floor Theatre’s Dot
An authentic albeit imbalanced emotional journey into dementia
"...2016 and is receiving a fine production from East Austin’s Ground Floor Theatre, revolves around a contentious, black, middle-class..."

May 19, 2022 Arts Post by Bob Abelman

Esther's Follies Returns to Lighten Austin's Post-Pandemic Load
Guess what long-running comedy troupe is vaccinated, back onstage, and ready to make the city laugh again
"...view mirrors – and, in the bustling Downtown of Austin, the Esther's Follies comedy troupe is preparing to return..."

July 16, 2021 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Robert Faires' Top 10 (+1) Theatre Riches of 2017
From monsters to mountains, wolves to wild horses, the year came alive with figures boldly created onstage
"...1) LET THE RIGHT ONE IN (National Theatre of Scotland/Texas Performing Arts)/THR3E ZISTERS (Salvage Vanguard Theater) In..."

Dec. 29, 2017 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Austin Opera Takes Aim at the Election With Its Adaptation of The Manchurian Candidate
Composer Kevin Puts and librettist Mark Campbell shoot to thrill in their opera based on Richard Condon's Cold War classic
"...before U.S. citizens choose their next president, courtesy of Austin Opera...."

Sept. 16, 2016 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

2012 Austin Critics Table Awards
Giving a lot of sweet bouquets (and taking their sweet time doing it)
"...you get older seemed in full force as the Austin Critics Table marked its 20th year of presenting annual..."

June 8, 2012 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

2012 Austin Critics Table Awards
For the 20th time, a big hand for the nominees if you please
"...half-dozen arts writers are handing out honors to local theatre artists in the Continental Club, and the next, a..."

May 25, 2012 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Top 9 Theatre Productions of 2009 That Did Ascend the Brightest Heaven of Invention
A year of failed romances, Greek myths, and more that were staged so ingeniously
"...1) 'BOBRAUSCHENBERGAMERICA' (MARY MOODY NORTHEN THEATRE) Modern art's master of collage celebrated in a theatrical..."

Jan. 1, 2010 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Outdoor Concert Kicks Off the Zach Theatre Season
Music, moonlight, and Mickey Mouse thrills audience and performers alike
"...out your Mickey Mouse ears and dancing shoes. Zach Theatre is back with Songs Under the Stars, a series..."

March 4, 2022 Arts Feature by Dina Barrish

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