Books, Sculpture, and Weed Lead Our Recommended Arts Events

It'd be a lot cooler if you went to one of these events this week

"...place to relish art and partake in some of Austin’s most delectable offerings.   – Cat McCarrey “Ode to..."

April 19, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Legislators, NAACP, and Professors Condemn UT’s Mass Layoffs

At least 66 people have lost their jobs, and counting

"...legislators, the NAACP, and a university professor united against UT-Austin’s handling of Senate Bill 17’s ban on DEI-related programs..."

April 11, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

The Verde Report: As Wins Rack Up, Emiliano Rigoni Is Becoming Austin FC’s Forgotten Man

The club’s second-highest-paid player has struggled to contribute

"...against the San Jose Earthquakes over the weekend – Austin FC seems to have finally sprouted its 2024 season..."

April 12, 2024 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

How Staple! Is Turning the Page Toward a New Future

Austin’s indie media expo returns and it’s all because of one email

"...show’s sponsors at Rogues Gallery Comics + Games and Austin Books for helping him keep his finger on the..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

Movies, Comedians, Theatre, and More Arts Options for the Week

Get out and get art

"...The newest film from Austin’s Zellner brothers, about the tragic and touching lives of..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Squirrel Fest, a Bidi Bidi Birthday, and More Community Events

Plan your week with some of our recommended happenings around town

"...City of Austin Career Expo..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Ernest Cline and Felicia Day Are Waiting Under the Bridge to Bat City

Don't miss the special reading and signing tonight

"...It’s a chance to get your hands on the..."

April 8, 2024 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Soundscapes, Bat Books, and More Arts Events for the Week

Things to do when you're not staring at an interloping moon

"...In conjunction with an Austin History Center traveling exhibition of his hip-hop posters, Bobby..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

A Drag Tribute, Eclipse Events Galore, and More Local Happenings

Get your glasses and find your totality

"...Friday 5, Austin Creative Reuse Center..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Movies, Comedy, Books, and More Recommended Arts Events

Find an art that fits your tastes

"...Scent of Austin..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

How Austin Transformed Danny Brown

The Detroit wild card on getting his shit together (and finding H-E-B)

"...Gold. He had his first-ever fly-out shows on the books: a run of performances at South by Southwest, and..."

March 29, 2024 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Egg Hunts, Trans Visibility, and More Community Events

Meet your fellow Austinites as these goings-on

"...an eclectic collection of vintage clothing, antiques, handcrafted jewelry, books, records, and more. DJ Tropicana Joe soundtracks the market,..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Spider Sculptures, Gore Feasts, and More Arts Events

Feed your art habit with these recommended events for the week

"...All over Austin since 2016, horror cinema showcase Bat City Cinema brings..."

March 22, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Faye Webster, Swamp Dogg, and More Reviews From Friday of SXSW

Memorable performances to close out the week

"...the finest in old school alternative rock records from Austin and beyond. Several of them hit the Hole in..."

March 16, 2024 Music Post by Julian Towers

SXSW Film Review: The Greatest Hits

Love means never having to flip to the B side

"...ward off unexpected seizures, and takes a job shelving books in a library where quiet is the golden word...."

March 16, 2024 SXSW Post by Marjorie Baumgarten

Queer Comedy, a Goth Market, and More Community Events

Recommended happenings for your calendar's approval

"...Wednesday 13, Reverie Books..."

March 15, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

A Stoner Jam, 3-Legged Dog Day Party, and More Crucial Concerts

SXSW-adjacent lineups and other shows worth seeing

"...three tracks, “Sativa,” “Hybrid,” and “Indica.” In between lands Austin post-punks EXOTIC FRUITICA, whose latest single “NYC Feeling” cuts..."

March 15, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Convention Center Redevelopment Would Relocate SXSW, Other Festivals for Three Years

Construction is set to begin after SX ’25, end before SX ’29

"...thousands of people who have been walking around the Austin Convention Center over the past week for South by..."

March 15, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Book Bans Get Pushback at SXSW

“We're organizing around this because who else is doing it?”

"...that the recent crusade by Christian nationalists to censor books represents an attack on an entire generation. “BIPOC individuals,..."

March 12, 2024 SXSW Post by Brant Bingamon

SXSW Film Review: We Can Be Heroes

Cheering doc about summer camp for the awkward and adventurous

"...heart. This British lad living in Manhattan has multiple books to his credit, but at camp, he’s another participant,..."

March 10, 2024 SXSW Post by Rod Machen

SXSW Panel Recap: Teens, Screens & Wellbeing: Youth in the Digital Age

How can adults support teens in a digital world?

"...hope, so adults should reframe their approach: Remember slam books? We didn’t ban pens and paper. Perhaps we shouldn’t..."

March 9, 2024 SXSW Post by Jessi Cape

“Lie Detectives” SXSW Panel Tackles Political Disinformation Ahead of Election

Katie Harbath and Sasha Issenberg share political insights

"...campaigns since 2008 and is the author of five books, including the forthcoming The Lie Detectives...."

March 8, 2024 SXSW Post by Austin Sanders

Hardcore for a Cause, Gary Clark Jr., and More Crucial Concerts

Recommended shows for the coming week

"...offerings. For lucky number 13, the iconic patio stage books nonstop ATX essentials: A Giant Dog’s garage theatricality, Holy..."

March 8, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...websites and make it easier for parents to browse books online in light of House Bill 900, which bans..."

March 1, 2024 News Feature

Opera Fights, Puppet Plays, and More Arty Events

Get an arts fix this week

"...as a burlesque icon. She’ll be bringing bling to Austin via our very own burlesque legends the Jigglewatts’ scarlet..."

March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Book Review: Edendale by Michael Ventura

Former “Letters at 3am” columnist celebrates the early days of Hollywood in new novel

"...no stranger to the ways of Hollywood. His nonfiction books include Cassavetes Directs: John Cassavetes and the Making of..."

March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by Jay Trachtenberg

Selena Gomez, Conan O’Brien, Sydney Sweeney Top SXSW’s Sixth Featured Speakers Announcement

Danny Brown, Nick Kroll, and Kirsten Dunst also announced

"...of the journalists attempting to cover the bloodshed. Meanwhile, Austinite Danny Brown will pop up Downtown for a discussion..."

Feb. 27, 2024 SXSW Post by Carys Anderson

Less Talkin’, More Rockin’: The Austin Music Awards Touch Down at Antone’s

Jim Franklin, Rosa Madriz, Cherubs honored at 42nd Chronicle show

"...For our 42nd go-around, we at The Austin Chronicle thought we’d take a different approach to the..."

Feb. 26, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Controversial $1M+ McKinsey Homelessness Study Canceled

Mayor doesn’t “believe anyone has been misled”

"...broad review of the constellation of homelessness services in Austin-Travis County. But early Feb. 22, Interim City Manager Jesús..."

Feb. 23, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Plethora of Riches: How Richard Samuel Turned an Art Gallery Into a Community Center

RichesArt launches annual Black History Month exhibit with new philanthropic initiative

"...until 2023 was the only Black-owned art gallery in Austin – has become a third place: a gathering spot..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Carys Anderson

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