Movies, Theatre, Trivia, and More Recommended Events for the Week

Art and culture abound

"...of the best name callings in all of film history, but this Elia Kazan classic has another legacy that..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Self Portraits, Carnivals, and Cannibalism in Our Recommended Events

The weekend in arts and culture

"...has bounced around unconventional venues, including warehouses and the digital hellscape we all dwelled in during the pandemic. For..."

March 28, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Benson Boone, La Sécurité, Ken Pomeroy, and More Reviews From Tuesday of SXSW

Plus: Lars Ulrich pumps up new Apple Vision Pro experience

"...over complimenting each other as they traced Metallica’s dogged history of breaking the barrier between artist and fan. From..."

March 12, 2025 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Short and Sweet: “Neuro”

Austin-made psychotropic short explores the mutability of memory

"...debut at South by Southwest about how his family history informed the story, his love of head trip cinema,..."

March 7, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Conference Taps Issa Rae, Signal and Colossal Leads for Keynotes

Lineup drop also adds Kevin Bacon, Hideo Kojima, Last of Us cast & crew

"...and representation”; HOORAE-produced docuseries Seen and Heard, about the history of Black television, will world premiere at the SXSW..."

Feb. 11, 2025 SXSW Post by Kimberley Jones

A Mardi Gras Pre-Party, Improvised Intimacy, and More Recommended Events

Allow us to help sort your weekend out

"...In this convoluted world of virtual spaces and digital interactions, we could all use some new communication skills...."

Feb. 7, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Love Me

Two inanimate objects search for connection in a sci-fi romance

"...search of life-forms that it might educate on the history of now-defunct humanity on Earth – encounters a “smart..."

Jan. 31, 2025 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Postcards’ Journey From the Border to the Stage

Writer Oscar Cásares, photographer Joel Salcido, and musician Carrie Rodriguez collaborate on a multimedia production

"...way that reflected the border’s rich and varied musical history. Rodriguez, currently the songwriter in residence at the University..."

Jan. 24, 2025 Arts Feature by Benton Graham

SXSW 2025 Heads to The Studio With Seth Rogen

New films from Ben Affleck, Nicole Kidman, Nic Cage added to fest

"...Butt, Tom J Stern's epic recounting of the chaotic history of shotgun-totin' psychedelic madmen?..."

Jan. 22, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin Film Critics Association Picks Anora As Year’s Best Film

Local reviewers call Greg Kwedar’s Sing Sing Best Austin Film

"...In one of the most competitive years in its history, with 17 films eligible for consideration, the prize went..."

Jan. 6, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

La Doña, Geto Gala, the Queen of Christmas, and More Crucial Concerts

Plan your week in live music

"...hitting the FM waves in an era dominated by digital streaming, this round number marks an equally impressive milestone...."

Nov. 15, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Preserving History’s First Draft in Central Texas

From treasure legends to backyard graves, news archives fill gaps

"...to some extent. “It’s our duty to protect that history,” he said...."

Oct. 25, 2024 News Feature by Benton Graham

Oddities, Psychos, Unprofessionals, and More Weekday Events

Get out and get weird

"...Anybody claiming seniors can’t manage These Digital Times is both ageist and also hasn’t met my..."

Oct. 18, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Inside the Warehouse at Austin Printing Company Canworks

How the local-but-expanding manufacturer is kicking the can up a notch

"...explains their top-of-the-line German printers and Canworks’ “wall of history,” where all the cans the company has ever made..."

Oct. 18, 2024 Food Feature by Hasina Shah

Day Trips & Beyond: October Events Roundup

Catch up on Lone Star State news and plan some fall fun

"...History in lights. Texas’ best light show turns a decade..."

Oct. 4, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

ACL Preview: Chicano Soul Artist Midnight Navy Steps Into the Light

The sax man expands his sound in ACL debut

"...AC: What’s your history with saxophone, and what do you think it can..."

Oct. 4, 2024 Music Feature by Abby Johnston

In Politics to Win, Again and Again

Introducing the passionate people who get our local politicians elected

"...The 10-1 system is credited with laying the foundation..."

Sept. 13, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Playdates, Secret Screenings, and More Events for Your Week

Get out on a school night

"...called Apocalypse Now. But he's also had a long history of spectacular failures: Zoetrope going bust, The Cotton Club..."

Aug. 30, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Crowns, Camps, and CineClub Highlight Our Recommended Weekday Events

Wasted your weekend? We got you covered.

"...the most sumptuous and gorgeous Gothic horrors in cinema history, but oh no: Keanu’s accent. As for The Bad..."

July 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Qmmunity: There Will Be Voguing

Photographer and DJ Manuel Frayre captures Central Texas ballroom in new show “Bring It From the Back”

"...and plenty of wheel-spinning action. Working with LGBTQ+ Veterans: History, Ethics, and Honor..."

June 21, 2024 Column by James Scott

Parker Woodland, Good Looks, and More Crucial Concerts

Album releases, artist departures, and more recommended shows

"...and Brazilian sources” in our contemporaneous review. The formerly digital release manifests in vinyl, with two extra songs and..."

June 7, 2024 Music Feature by Cy White

Proms, Humps, and Queerbombs Highlight This Weekend's Events

21 ways to get out of the house

"...ProyectoTEATRO’s cabaret trilogy covering 500 years of Latin American history. In this part, the multi-talented cast brings to life..."

May 31, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Jon Muq Album Release, Hole in the Wall Anniversary, and More Crucial Concerts

All manner of sounds for every ear

"...There’s been plenty of blips in the dive bar’s history – a brief closure from 2002 to 2003, a..."

May 31, 2024 Music Feature by Cy White

A CelebrASIA, Taste of Mexico, and Lesbian Wedding Highlight Our Community Events

Fests, gatherings, classes, and more

"...  – James Scott Paper Lei Making With Austin History Center..."

May 17, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

A Pickin’ Party, a Big Squeeze, and Mother’s Day Music Are This Week's Crucial Concerts

Some recommended sounds for your week

"...Saturday 11, Bullock Texas State History Museum..."

May 10, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Qmmunity: The Tea on Trivia

As their second anniversary approaches, the minds behind Queer Trivia reflect

"...90s Night to “WAP: Women Are Powerful” for Women’s History Month. “It’s important for us to make sure the..."

April 12, 2024 Column by James Scott

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

How can adults support teens in a digital world?

"...discussion of how today’s teenagers are faring in our digital world inundated with notifications from devices. “Nuance is required”..."

March 9, 2024 SXSW Post by Jessi Cape

SXSW Film Review: Secret Mall Apartment

Profound documentary is more than just a strange story

"...new. Workman pairs old television clips, written entries, and digital camera footage that includes the artists’ hauling furniture up..."

March 9, 2024 Screens Post by Naina Srivastava

Parks, Gardens, Pisces, and More Arts Events for the Week

Get out and get arty, away from the SXSW crowds

"...critically acclaimed, yet sadly underseen, piece of trans cinema history.”   – James Scott Fictions More Precious..."

March 8, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Behind Two of SXSW Music’s Biggest Free Lineups

How media players and Penske partnerships avoid the sophomore slump

"...As some artists walk out onstage in Austin, digital Rolling Stone covers will debut behind them onscreen, before..."

March 8, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

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