Spotlight: Mindy Smith

Don't pigeonhole Mindy Smith … just ask Dolly

"...comparisons to Julie Miller, Patty Griffin, and yes, Norah Jones...."

March 19, 2004 Music Feature by Andy Langer

Top 10 Onstage Works of Wonder in 2002

Austin Chronicle Arts Editor Robert Faires delivers his list of the Top 10 most memorable productions in the performing arts for 2002.

"...unearthed the playwright's meaning with deep feeling, wit, and grace...."

Jan. 3, 2003 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

War by the (Text)book

The State Board of Education's first public hearing on social studies textbooks confirmed that, underneath the thin cloak of bureaucratic civility, an ideological battle is raging over whose story the textbooks should tell.

"...before the board or the public even sees them. Jones and Bartlett, publisher of the popular college and advanced..."

July 26, 2002 News Feature by Michael May

Hemp Hemp No Way

The DEA bans hemp-derived food products.

"...administrator Asa Hutchinson (a former Arkansas congressman and Bob Jones University grad) released an official statement in an attempt..."

Oct. 19, 2001 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Articulations

An era ends: After 10 years, Vicky Boone resigns as artistic director of Frontera Productions.

"...Sharon Bridgforth, and such out-of-town talents as Daniel Alexander Jones, Laurie Carlos, W. David Hancock, and Erik Ehn; and..."

April 27, 2001 Arts Column by Robert Faires

Postmarks

Readers respond to Zero Tolerance, the Longhorn Pipeline, and Being John Malkovich.

"...to a contract company? Please, spare me the cheap grace, Brigid!..."

Nov. 19, 1999 Column

November Previews

"...deadline. Roaring down the interstate with a fetching driver, Grace Pasic (Davidovich), the two sparring men knock heads over..."

Sept. 10, 1999 Screens Feature

Exhibitionism

Hay Fever: Child's Play

"...might as well be a playground, for director Jill Parker-Jones and her cast have turned back the clock on..."

June 25, 1999 Arts Review

Jesus Gonna Be Here

Johnny Toxic

"...Little Rain" from 1992's Bone Machine met the ragged grace of "Heart Attack & Vine" and "The Heart of..."

March 26, 1999 Music Feature

Get It While You Can

"...Thunders bio In Cold Blood) delivers it with jagged grace...."

March 19, 1999 Books Feature

Record Reviews

"...as you could assemble: Lovano, former Coltrane drummer Elvin Jones, and masterful bassist Dave Holland. The trio works as..."

Nov. 13, 1998 Music Review

Live Shots

"...to fool you), and fully equipped with the instrumental grace their moody and intricate repertoire demands. Together, they work..."

Aug. 21, 1998 Music Feature

Recommended

"...you can see Rounder artists Ray Wylie Hubbard, Tutu Jones, and Susan Tedeschi at Antone's, Ian McLagan and the..."

March 20, 1998 Music Feature

Exhibitionism

"...Roberts' partner is Jill Parker-Jones, who puts on Sook with the easy grace of..."

Dec. 12, 1997 Arts Review

Habitat for Humanity Builds More Than Houses Foundation of Faith

"...and hammers and saws are singing tenpenny time. Marty Jones is nailing siding on a house whose frame has..."

Nov. 7, 1997 Features Feature by Jay Hardwig

The Style Files

A Little Tongue-in-Chic

"...black pants, that traditionally bohemian way of aging with anti-grace. The gap in my sense of style is still..."

May 30, 1997 Books Feature by Margaret Moser

Film Reviews

Recommended

"...as an actress Ð her gangly demeanor, awkward social grace, and wholesome na•vetŽ Ð are charms that are patently..."

Jan. 5, 1996 News Feature

Film Reviews

Recommended

"...who clearly gives the movie's stand-out performance: Effortlessly charismatic, graceful, and wickedly funny, Banderas is every bit as much..."

Oct. 6, 1995 News Feature

35 Recommended SXSW Music Acts

From rock to new age to Irish traditional, these are the incoming artists to see

"...card of music, country or otherwise – from George Jones to Bruce Springsteen, who the Nashville singer-songwriter cites as..."

March 7, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

A Surreal Party, a Dead Parade, and More Recommended Events

Liven up your weekend with these undead events

"...Garciá and music by DJ Apanda.   – Kimberley Jones Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back With Live Score..."

Oct. 25, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Horror Screenings Come to Central Presbyterian Church

Phantom Fest and Garth Manor team up for Horror Church

"...For Sweeney, their grace reflects something that horror fans and the church have..."

Oct. 11, 2024 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Genre-Hopping Hustler Quentin Arispe Wants to Be in Every Room

The Past Lives’ theatrical lead singer takes on a party girl role on new solo LP, As Above, So Below

"...and Florence + the Machine, and indie-folk songwriters like Grace Potter and Sufjan Stevens...."

Sept. 20, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Find Creativity, Karaoke, and Even a Casket in This Week’s Recommended Events

Art and death become you

"...pen-and-paper letters in the Mixtec language.   – Kimberley Jones Lowrider Birthday Celebration..."

Aug. 23, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Fantastic Fest Announces 2024 Lineup

Love of out-there cinema brings Terrifier 3, The Wild Robot

"...Selection) USA, 2024 World Premiere, 79 min. D: Toby Jones A very mediocre man must complete a heroic Odyssey-like..."

Aug. 15, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Art in Motion, Pride Kickoff, and More Weekday Recommendations

Arts and more to keep you busy

"...notable, Howard Hawks. Screens in 35mm.   – Kimberley Jones High Noon Talk..."

Aug. 2, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Arts, Comedy, Theatre, Movies, and More Recommended Weekend Events

Jackie and Foxy Brown?! Yes please!

"...is literally the sexiest, most badass woman to ever grace a Seventies screen, small or silver. Many a human..."

June 7, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

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

Get out and get arty, away from the SXSW crowds

"...and Chris Hills. And there’ll be music by Anna Grace and Neil Dorsey! Why even shoot for the moon..."

March 8, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

The Austin Music Awards, a Black Rock Maverick, and More Crucial Concerts

Our recommended shows for the week ahead

"...(dubbed here, naturally, the Bookhouse Boys), and Caleb Landry Jones – who played Becky Briggs’ shithead husband Steven Burnett..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

The First-Ever Austin Women in Jazz Festival and More Crucial Concerts This Week

Plus visiting acts from Burna Boy to Mike Dimes and Dro Kenji

"...at Millennium – including soul-and-R&B-infused Jazz in Pink, singer/saxophonist Grace Kelly, and nonprofit founder Pamela Hart. Tickets start at..."

Nov. 17, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Gary Clark Jr.’s Free Longhorn City Limits Show and More Crucial Concerts This Week

Recommended shows for Halloween night, from Genesis Owusu to Full of Hell

"...hip-hop, soul, and pop: Money Chicha, Lesly Reynaga, Taméca Jones, Tomar Williams, Nagavalli, Deezie Brown, Sabrina Ellis, J Soulja,..."

Oct. 27, 2023 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

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