Jumping the Shark in This Weekend’s Recommended Arts & Culture Events

Multiple ways to get high ... on art

"...of margarita mischief is sure to get your heart racing. Maudie’s is back with its 22nd annual run, where..."

June 6, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

How One Man’s Trash Finds the Good in Bad Movies

Live comedy show teaches you to be kinder to discarded films

"...The two worst instincts of film snobs are to constantly claim that a..."

June 4, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Bring Her Back

Philippou brothers' occult horror about the foster family from hell

"...Directed by: Danny Philippou and Michael Philippou. Starring: Sora Wong, Billy Barratt, Sally Hawkins, Jonah Wren Phillips,..."

May 30, 2025 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

The Verde Report: Osman Bukari Is Finally Finding His Game for Austin FC

It’s been a productive May for the Ghanaian forward

"...There’s a tunnel in Belgrade, Serbia, that Osman Bukari knows well. It sits..."

May 30, 2025 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

THC Ban Imminent as Texas House Approves Prohibition Amendment

Fearmongering prevails over pro-business posture and rights of Texans

"...As the final gavels bang on the 89th Texas legislative session, the..."

May 30, 2025 Column by Kevin Curtin

Pain in the ARSe

"...Dear Editor, I should start by disclosing that, as a rideshare driver, my opinion is biased...."

May 23, 2025 Postmarks

Educators Hate It, So Why Is Texas Keeping the STAAR Test Alive?

Behind efforts to eliminate the state test that stresses kids out and shuts schools down

"...(of course), teachers (of course), but also parents and principals. Austin state representative Gina Hinojosa has a story she..."

May 23, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, May 23-29

"...GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Gemini writer Raymond Carter (1938–1988) established..."

May 23, 2025 Column by Rob Brezsny

The Strip Club: Parkline Shopping Center

Standard Szechuan and hard-to-find Asian grocery items abound at 11301 Lakeline

"...Welcome back to The Strip Club, highlighting Austin’s destination strip..."

May 23, 2025 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

Inaugural Austin Theatre Critics Awards Drop 2024-2025 Nominees

Delicious drama of awards anticipation

"...Time to believe in miracles. Behold, the resurrection of the..."

May 21, 2025 Arts Post by Cat McCarrey

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, May 16-22

"...20-May 20): The most successful people aren’t those who merely follow their passion, but those who follow their curiosity...."

May 16, 2025 Column by Rob Brezsny

Fashion, Heritage, Ballet, Puns, and More Weekend Events

Arts and culture to fill your days

"...Austin Fashion Week..."

May 9, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Surveying the Litany of Anti-Queer Bills Moving Through the Texas Legislature

The wave includes reboots of drag, book, and bathroom bans

"...Maxine LaQueene, a drag performer billing herself as “the suspiciously..."

May 9, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Local Jane Austen Scholar’s Latest Work? A Graphic Novel

Janine Barchas' The Novel Life of Jane Austen is out April 29

"...is a truth not universally acknowledged that a novelist in possession of an impressive, centuries-old literary catalog must one..."

April 28, 2025 Arts Post by Tom Buckley

Why Austin’s Progressive Rep. Greg Casar Is Visiting Republican Districts

Casar, an odd choice to reach moderates, talks strategy

"...In recent weeks, Austin’s young progressive congressman, Greg Casar, has..."

April 25, 2025 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

The Vouchers Battle Is Decided, But What About the Future of Texas Politics?

How it happened

"...we’ve never seen from any Texas governor,” a campaign in which Abbott threatened fellow Republicans and called in help..."

April 25, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

From the Internet to the Industry: Behind the Scenes of the CAMP Film Festival

New film fest aims to change online creator expectations

"...“From the Internet to the Industry. From the Industry to the Internet.”..."

April 23, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

A Candid Conversation With a Weed Plug

A black-market business owner talks pricing and how underground cannabis retail has evolved in Austin

"...In modern discussions about cannabis legality, we often hear the..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

Qmmunity: Taking Yourself on a Date

Make sure to make time for the coolest queer you know, aka you.

"...Despite being an artist, I do not do morning pages. This..."

April 18, 2025 Column by James Scott

Sitting Down With Your Senator

Sarah Eckhardt goes deep on democracy, womanhood, and our era

"...In the midst of a fiery legislative session, the inner..."

April 11, 2025 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, April 11-17

"...ARIES (March 21-April 19): Life is asking you to be a source of generosity and strength..."

April 11, 2025 Column by Rob Brezsny

The Luv Doc: Literary Aspirations

It’s time to let her spread her wings and soar

"...Since graduating from college, I’ve been working remotely for a..."

April 11, 2025 Column by The Luv Doc

Weekday Events to Make It a Craft Night, Movie Night, Trivia Night, and More

There's also some events during the day

"...Revolutionary Girl Utena is the best anime of all time. I’ll accept arguments otherwise – you..."

April 11, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

SOS From AISD

"...Dear Editor, After some 14-odd years, I am about to graduate from public..."

April 7, 2025 Postmarks

Flirting With the Bizarre: Isaac Ezban Unleashes Párvulos: Children of the Apocalypse

New zombie horror bites into the family dynamics of brothers

"...If there’s defining streak to the films of Isaac Ezban, it’s the..."

April 4, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: The Optimist Weighs In

Staying positive these days is like being an 84-year-old Al Pacino trying to read names at the Oscars – a struggle!

"...I am feeling so normal lately. Life is the most normal it..."

April 4, 2025 Column by James Scott

Muralist Mila Sketch Celebrates a Decade of Creativity in Austin

Innovative immigrant artist on her approach, future, and love affair with the city

"...You’ve likely seen Mila Sketch’s artwork all throughout Austin without noticing it. A colorful cityscape, which she painted..."

April 4, 2025 Arts Feature by Julie Royce

Hanging Up the Horns

"...Dear Editor, A conference promoting eugenics and fertility was held last weekend in the..."

April 1, 2025 Postmarks

Self Portraits, Carnivals, and Cannibalism in Our Recommended Events

The weekend in arts and culture

"...Thursday 27, AFS Cinema..."

March 28, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Luv Doc: Dropping Hints

Your patience is heroic

"...Me and my boyfriend have been together nearly six years..."

March 28, 2025 Column by The Luv Doc

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