Letters at 3AM: A Century Since 'The Water Nymph'

On September 23, 1912, Keystone Films released its first comedy, which starred Mabel Normand

"...September 23, 1912: an important date in the history of cinema and the cultural heritage of..."

Sept. 21, 2012 Column by Michael Ventura

The Outlaw

Alex Cox, still shooting film, and the finger, after all these years

"...Alex Cox is dispatching from deep in the Oregon woods, hunkered away from..."

Oct. 22, 2010 Screens Feature by Cindy Widner

Sports Illustrated: The Football Book Expanded Edition

This almost 5-pound tome is a must for any serious NFL fan

"...Sports Illustrated: The Football Book Expanded Editionby the editors of 'Sports Illustrated'..."

Nov. 27, 2009 Books Feature by Mark Fagan

Rick Noriega's Speech to the Texas Democratic Convention

Blasts Cornyn, calls for end to Iraq War.

"...After the jump is the speech Rick Noriega just gave to..."

June 6, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

Off the Record

Local bands get licensed to ill, Marked Men prove lo-fi is all the rage, and Explosions in the Sky curate All Tomorrow's Parties

"...Earlier this month, OTR was contacted on behalf of Experience Music Group, the California-based music licensing and publishing..."

May 16, 2008 Music Column by Austin Powell

Building the Perfect Beast

Building the perfect acoustic (and soon, electric) guitar - by hand

"...Since 1979, Lyle Lovett has represented Bill Collings. Not as..."

July 14, 2006 Music Feature by Andy Langer

What's In Store

The city's self-storage business is changing as corporate giants push mom and pop operations aside.

"...She rose dramatically, with a fiery sword in her hand and her breasts cupped in golden armor..."

Sept. 1, 2000 News Feature by Rob D'Amico

Chief Priest of the Shrine

The epic life story of Nigerian soul superstar Fela Kuti.

"...And you non-Africans -- listen to me with open mind." -- Intro to "Shuffering and Shmiling"..."

July 14, 2000 Music Feature by David Lynch

Three for the Barre

With a serious amount of movement taking place on the Austin dance scene, the Chronicle asked three of its dance critics to review recent programs by Ballet Austin, Tapestry Dance Company, and the Latino dance festival Collectivos.

"...her own particular style and take on ballet. As the Chronicle Arts team anticipated Ballet Austin's recent program of..."

Oct. 29, 1999 Arts Feature by Ada Calhoun

Alejandro Puyana Explores the Humanity and Hardship of Venezuela With His Debut Novel

You can’t go home again

"...The seeds of Alejandro Puyana’s debut novel, Freedom Is a..."

Aug. 16, 2024 Arts Feature by Doug Freeman

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

"...White walls, fluorescent lights, the occasional “keep your distance” line of tape on the..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Carys Anderson

Weekend Wine: Sparkling Wine for the Holidays

This week: the medium prices

"...This week we look at sparkling wines from $25 to $75 a bottle. In this..."

Dec. 23, 2022 Food Post by Wes Marshall

Pretty in Pink: A Gabriela Bucio Story

The millennial Midas brings reggaeton and Mexican regional to Sixth Street and beyond

"...In the queendom of Gabriela Bucio, she reigns with a..."

July 8, 2022 Music Feature by Christina Garcia

Misery Business: The Cathartic and Unexpectedly Joyful Trend of Emo DJ Nights in Austin

Welcome to the Black Parade

"...Anyone who's done time manning a nightclub DJ booth comes armed with a clutch..."

Sept. 3, 2021 Music Feature by Chad Swiatecki

Vortex Repertory Company's The Way She Spoke

At the Vortex, Isaac Gomez's drama made us remember the lost women of Juárez

"...It was when the names were spoken that things got real. Up to..."

Jan. 26, 2018 Arts Review by Robert Faires

A Weekend of Big Rallies

The Women’s March on Austin caps off a banner weekend of civic engagement

"...A Weekend of Big Rallies..."

Jan. 27, 2017 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Arden of Faversham

This Shakespearean-style "true crime" drama is not without compelling elements, but a lack of polish weighs on this staging

"...A mystery lingers as to just who penned the not-often-presented Arden of..."

May 20, 2016 Arts Review by Shanon Weaver

Kathy Dunn Hamrick Dance Company's True Story

In Kathy Dunn Hamrick's new dance, communities, like truths, were fluid and the movement was incomparable

"...During the few moments when the dancers moved synchronously in..."

Dec. 11, 2015 Arts Review by Jonelle Seitz

Point Austin: They Died in Your City

Austin is built by workers subject to institutionalized injustice

"...You won't have your names when you ride the big airplane,..."

June 19, 2009 News Column by Michael King

Confessions of a Romance Virgin

Harlequin heats up a new market with its kickass Bombshell heroines

"...At the HEB on 41st Street, near the pharmacy counter, there's..."

Oct. 22, 2004 Books Feature by Nora Ankrum

Under the Holiday Bush

A holiday gift guide for the political junkie.

"...Who says George W. Bush has wrecked the economy? He -- and his supporters in the right-wing..."

Dec. 12, 2003 News Feature by Lee Nichols

A Man of Character

State and Main star William H. Macy talks about his iconic position as America's indie darling, the state of indie filmmaking today, and what on earth Gus Van Sant was thinking.

"...H. Macy may not be a household name amongst mainstream filmgoers -- it's difficult to visualize a group of..."

Jan. 12, 2001 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

Six Degrees of Ron Berry

With another acting job in a new play, his own new theatre about to open, his own stage company that champions theatre as something fun as well as substantive, and a lot of friends to help him make "good stuff" onstage, is Ron Berry the Happiest Man in Austin?

"...Walking into the Off Center to review the production of..."

June 16, 2000 Arts Feature by Robi Polgar

Texas Radio and the Really Big Beat

Capstar's Austin-based Empire

"...When bureaucrats in Washington changed the laws that govern radio some 70-odd..."

May 22, 1998 Music Feature by Bill Crawford

The New Payola

When Radio Stations Become Concert Promoters

"...Everclear hasn't played in Austin this summer. By now they should have played..."

Aug. 2, 1996 Music Feature by Michael Bertin

Despite Wins, Nico Estévez Still Lingers in Josh Wolff’s Shadow

It’s been a mixed bag for the Verde and Black so far in 2025

"...Meet the new boss, same as the old boss. That was..."

May 2, 2025 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

A Drag Fest, Nutcracker, and Puppets in This Week’s Events

Lots of weekend events to keep you occupied

"...Austin International Drag Festival..."

Dec. 6, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Chronicle’s 2017 Holiday Political Survival Guide

Borscht in a Bag, a male chastity belt, and more gifts to get you through the rut

"...Last November, a few days after the election, I sent my family a note requesting that..."

Dec. 8, 2017 News Feature by the News Staff

Is Austin's Growing Dance Music Scene in Need of Its Own HQ?

We talk to a dozen members of ATX’s electronic music community

"...Everyone from graphic designers to grandpas goes two-stepping, but even in 2017, walking into a dance club..."

Nov. 10, 2017 Music Feature by Dan Gentile

Top 10 Austin Beer Developments of 2016

Raising a glass to the year in beer

"...1) St. Elmo Brewing Co. Opens..."

Dec. 30, 2016 Food Feature by Eric Puga

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