Moody Center Becomes Harry’s House for Styles’ First of Six Nights

A riot of colors and near-constant screaming on historic run

"...After Harry Styles’ 2021 Grammys appearance, feather boas became a fashion staple at his shows, where fans..."

Sept. 26, 2022 Music Post by Abby Johnston

Yes, Alex Jones Was the “Best of Austin” Once

Regretfully

"...But this error actually sold Jones short: He claimed BOA honors from readers throughout the Aughts, until 2007. We..."

Aug. 12, 2022 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Public Notice: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back

Mobility plans on the move; land use boards stay put

"...of the Zoning and Platting Com­mis­sion, Plan­ning Commission, and Board of Adjust­ment, Assistant City Manager Rodney Gon­zales quietly scuttled..."

Feb. 11, 2022 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Public Notice: Boards and Commissions in Revolt

Moving meetings out of City Hall is not a popular idea

"...use commissions – Planning, Zoning and Platting, and the Board of Adjustment – over city staff's plan to move..."

Dec. 3, 2021 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Lenny Dewi of @eats_n_noods Is the Octopus Lady

"A bowl of noodles a day will keep the doctor away"

"...scene, her Instagram account (which we awarded with a BOA last year) focused on food in general, but it..."

June 19, 2020 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Listen: Media Roundtable With Journos From KUT, The Texas Observer, & the Chron

Talking shop on this week's The Austin Chronicle Show

"...lively conversation about the state of media with three "BOA" winners who represent some of the finest media shops..."

Nov. 8, 2019 News Post by Kimberley Jones

Austin Pride Donates $20,000 to Austin Black Pride

And more reasons to keep on singin’ and dancin’

"...was over, but shimmy yourself back into your feather boa and glitter tattoos, because there’s more to dance for...."

Aug. 21, 2019 Qmmunity Post by Nick Yeager

"Best of" Scooter Outrage

We asked our readers what they think about scooters. They had words.

"...Jeer on scooters, rub elbows with other BOA winners, and enjoy bands and free bites at the..."

Nov. 7, 2018 Chronolog Post by Kimberley Jones

Priscilla, Queen of the Desert

Long may Zach Theatre's musical Queen reign!

"...your frilliest frock and high heels, fling a feather boa around your neck, and get ready for a drag..."

Oct. 21, 2016 Arts Review by T. Lynn Mikeska

Behind the Bars Part II

We revisit Austin's LGBTQ bars of yesteryear

"...The bar was one of the only ones to boast a healthy mix of men and women, even if..."

Aug. 25, 2016 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff

Garbage Still Rates a No. 1 Crush

Grunge-era supergroup hasn’t lost a step

"...mane, now better matching her mic’s signature pink feather boa. Several audience members donned lookalikes as tribute...."

Oct. 15, 2015 Music Post by Neph Basedow

Gricelda Silva, Equal Parts Pragmatism and Whimsy

For five years, the actress has been among the busiest and best on Austin's stages

"...she found some DIY rigs consisting of deconstructed ironing boards on wheels with magnets fastening the puppets in place...."

Sept. 25, 2015 Arts Feature by Caitlin Greenwood

Prepare for Best of Austin With Taylor Swift

Tay-Tay shows off the Best of Austin award categories by way of the gif!

"...More BoA gif guides to follow in the coming weeks...."

Aug. 25, 2015 Events Post by M. Isabella Bejar

Best of Austin – Saturday

BOA all day, erryday

"...duo, frog slide, "lily pad" obstacle course, and diving board, the whole family will find something to keep them..."

March 20, 2015 Features Feature

Best of Austin – Friday

BOA all day, erryday

"...Kate X Messer, "Best of Austin" editor MORNING The Boardwalk Trail at Lady Bird LakeBest New Way to Avoid..."

March 20, 2015 Features Feature

Best of Austin – Thursday

BOA all day, erryday

March 20, 2015 Features Feature

For Friday the 13th... Alice Cooper

Shock rocker delighted kiddies at the Moody Thursday

"...Frankenstein”). Don’t forget Cooper wrapping a now trademark live boa constrictor around his neck during “Welcome to My Nightmare.”..."

Feb. 13, 2015 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Austin Chronicle 'Best of Austin' Party

"...BOA editor Kate Messer and the recipients of the 2014..."

Sept. 18, 2014 Photo Gallery

Mötley Crüe, Alice Cooper

Mötley Crüe, Alice Cooper

"...props like a bloody crutch, money-spewing sword, and live boa constrictor. Striding onstage at the Cedar Park Center looking..."

July 18, 2014 Music Feature by Neph Basedow

Make Your Move

Two star-crossed, young dancers are caught in the middle of underground dance-clubs' rivalries.

"...Directed by: Duane Adler. Starring: Derek Hough, BoA, Will Yun Lee and Wesley Jonathan. Not reviewed at..."

April 18, 2014 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Tortilla Strip

A trio of taco joints spice up midtown

"...chipotle cream and avocado dolled up in a cabbage boa. Take the menu suggestion and add mango...."

Oct. 24, 2013 Food Post by Brandon Watson

County Preps Voters on Election ID Law

County officials scramble to tell voters what Texas GOP doesn't want them to know

"...Gardner Betts Juvenile Center Annex (lobby), 2501 S. Congress (BoA Bldg.)..."

Oct. 4, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Best of Austin: The Driskill Hotel

"Best of Austin" 2013 is coming. Let's look back at some previous bests.

"...Upscale, classic, and a BOA all-time winner, The Driskill does have a minor issue:..."

Sept. 11, 2013 Columns Post by Neha Aziz

A Stealth Dorm's Stealthy Victory

Construction finally begins at 1917 David St.

"...Finally free from the white-hot glare of the city's board and commission room, construction has begun at 1917 David..."

April 12, 2013 News Feature by Elizabeth Pagano

Hotel Project Sparks Downtown Skirmish

A proposed hotel complex at Eighth and Congress has had a particularly dramatic saga en route to Council

"...taken a particularly leisurely path through the city's many boards and commissions. The initial rezoning request was made in..."

Jan. 18, 2013 News Feature by Elizabeth Pagano

'Best of' Too Elitist

Nov. 26, 2012 Postmarks

Gay Place: HAPPY BIRTHDAY, GLENN!

Spank Glenn Eaddy one time for us!

"...house of the spider lady. Look for the pink boa. First Fridays, 9-11pm, self-ID femme time; after 11pm, admirers..."

Sept. 7, 2012 Column by Kate X Messer

Crawl No. 3

East Side Show Room, Cheer Up's, Papi Tino's, Hotel Vegas, the Volstead, Gypsy Lounge, the Grackle, St. Roch's Bar

"...providing musical insight into Brazilian dance party masters Gente Boa, and talking up the burger trailer: mental note to..."

Aug. 10, 2012 Food Feature by Kate Thornberry

Gay Place: CHICKENSHIT

"...MAFIA These mamas mean business. Look for the pink boa. First Fridays, 9-11pm, self-ID femme time; after 11pm, admirers..."

Aug. 3, 2012 Column by Kate X Messer

Gay Place

Get bent this week: Drag, yoga, and more

"...FEMME MAFIA Look for the pink boa. First Fridays, 9-11pm, self-ID femme time; after 11pm, admirers..."

July 6, 2012 Column by Kate X Messer

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