Never Give Up

Don Toner's 13 years as producing artistic director of the State Theater Company have been full of struggles, but in Toner's world, struggles are good. They bring understanding, richness, beauty, and in his case, a new theatre and a loyal company.

"...could easily be sold out from underneath it. And Austin's economy was about at the bottom of the bust...."

Aug. 25, 2000 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Home for Heroes (and Others)

Transforming the storefront at 617 Congress into The Hideout, a multilevel arts venue, has been a learning process for proprietors Shana Merlin and Sean Hill. But after $250,000 of investment, the developer's dance of securing permits, and many hours of hard labor, they have created one of Austin's most user-friendly theatre spaces.

"...priestess of The Hideout, are also principals in the Austin-based improv comedy troupe We Could Be Heroes. Their transformation..."

Aug. 4, 2000 Arts Feature by Phil West

Family Drama

Filmmaker Jennifer Fox discusses the seven months she spent with Bill and Karen, an interracial couple at the center of her intimate 10-hour documentary.

"...The project had no financing until '94, when American Playhouse came on board. In the first months of the..."

Nov. 12, 1999 Screens Feature by Anne S. Lewis

Public Notice

Spin the Bottle

"...of life's precious essence. The Mothers' Milk Bank at Austin (MMBA) at 900 E. 30th, is throwing a Grand..."

July 16, 1999 Column by Kate X Messer

Working Vacations

Theaterless Theater Corps, Rude Mechanicals, KAIROS! Co.

"...rocks the City That Never Sleeps this summer, three Austin companies will be in the thick of the action...."

July 9, 1999 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Performing in the Moment

"...It was just another sunny afternoon in downtown Austin, but this particular afternoon was different for the arts..."

May 7, 1999 Arts Feature by Barbejoy Ponzio

The Emperor Jones

"...photograph by Kenny Braun David Jones stands onstage, listens,..."

April 30, 1999 Arts Feature by Robi Polgar

Postmarks

The Sweet Science

"...10 years ago, when my one and only full-length Austin Chronicle article was published. Yes, depressed people can write,..."

Feb. 5, 1999 Column

Articulations

"...filled without due consideration for the position's impact on Austin's growing cultural scene. In response to a City Council-wide..."

Nov. 13, 1998 Arts Column by Robert Faires

Postscripts

Thinning the Herd

"...Life of J.R. Parten, Liberal Texas Oil Man. The Austin Writers' League will be busy on Saturday, September 19:..."

Sept. 11, 1998 Books Column by Clay Smith

As Queer As It Gets

Christian McLaughlin, the Balzac of Melrose Place

"...Glamourpuss, set in Los Angeles and Austin (where McLaughlin attended UT), concerns the life of Alex..."

June 12, 1998 Books Feature by Clay Smith

Articulations

ArtPlex Additions

"...next time you're at the `Plex to visit the Austin Visual Arts Association office or to see the latest..."

Jan. 23, 1998 Arts Column by Robert Faires

Articulations

Getting Seen

"...seemed more like it was here -- as in Austin, Texas -- than in good old Gotham. That's because..."

Jan. 16, 1998 Arts Column by Robert Faires

Articulations

In Memoriam

"...of the most versatile and valuable individuals in the Austin theatre community. David Mark Cohen, playwright, dramaturg, educator, and..."

Jan. 9, 1998 Arts Column by Robert Faires

Home Improvement

Live Oak Theatre and the Overhaul of the State

"...helpers -- better known in these parts as the Austin City Council -- but on September 25, they proved..."

Dec. 19, 1997 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Where Are They Now?

"...Staff (1977-92); performed stand-up and won "Funniest Person in Austin" (1991); moved to L.A., where he does improv, stand-up,..."

Oct. 10, 1997 Arts Feature

I'm Sorry, Yogi

"...equaled selling out, right? No, 'course not. Not in Austin...."

Sept. 12, 1997 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Entrances & Exits

Comings and Goings on the Theatre Scene

"...with the characters in the ongoing drama we call Austin theatre. Each season sees the arrival of actors, directors,..."

Sept. 5, 1997 Arts Feature

Articulations

In Memoriam

"...August 12, of a heart attack. Jay's contributions to Austin theatre were varied, both on and offstage. He appeared..."

Aug. 22, 1997 Arts Column by Robert Faires

Articulations

Tapestry Moves!

"...offices. This week, Tapestry Dance Company leaves its North Austin home of seven years (at 2521 Rutland, near Burnet..."

July 4, 1997 Arts Column by Robert Faires

Dancing About Architecture

They Blowed Up Real Good!

"...There's just no rest for the weird in Austin, let me tell ya. I took a little trip..."

March 28, 1997 Music Column

Articulations

Artists Displaced

"...The Artists Coalition of Austin, which has operated the ArtSpace at 403 Baylor for..."

Nov. 1, 1996 Arts Column by Robert Faires

Articulations

A Tree for T.J.

"...The friends and colleagues of Austin theatre artist T.J. Gaudette will plant a tree in..."

Oct. 25, 1996 Arts Column

Makes Me Wanna Shout!

"...just celebrate National Open House Day this Saturday. The Austin Parks & Recreation Department will have the Dougherty Arts..."

Oct. 4, 1996 Arts Column

Page Two

"...starting on the acoustic stage, situated next to the Austin Museum of Art at Laguna Gloria. It was the..."

Sept. 20, 1996 Column by Louis Black

Three Faces of Steve

Actor Steve McDaniel Shows His Different Sides

"...Case in point: Austin actor Steve McDaniel, who has spent the past year..."

Sept. 6, 1996 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Art Transplant

The Move Toward a Cultural Center in Downtown

"...The Downtown Austin Alliance's "First Tuesday" program didn't advertise a Battle of..."

Aug. 30, 1996 Arts Feature by Brett Holloway-Reeves

In Memoriam

"...Austin lost two devoted theatre artists this week; Sunday, July..."

July 19, 1996 Arts Column

Nutcracker Nut Growing

"...wants something in their stocking for Christmas, and Ballet Austin is no exception; the company is fervently wishing for..."

July 5, 1996 Arts Column

Arts Commission's 1996-97 Recommendations

"...Individual contracts range from $1,500, to $61,403 for Ballet Austin. Other recipients of contracts over $25,000 include Sharir Dance..."

June 28, 1996 News Feature

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