Dance

Ongoing Dance Events

"...Austin Ballroom Dancers play swing, Latin, rock, and ballroom classics weekly. Smoke-..."

March 14, 1997 News Feature

Tapestry Dance’s One Step at a Time

The rhythm tap company’s production offers not just wonderful dance but perhaps the most necessary commentary of this electoral season

"...Quite a lot, as it happens. Tapestry Dance Company's current – and most timely – production speaks..."

Nov. 4, 2016 Arts Review by Robert Faires

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

"...The founder likens past “American History” exhibits to Irish bars; like those watering holes, the shows were open..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Carys Anderson

Dance:

"...ENCANTO EN LA MISIóN, a program of traditional dances of Mexico and Spain performed in authentic costumes by..."

June 14, 1996 Arts Feature

Top o' the Evening!

Rollin' in the green at Dog & Duck, Opal Divine's, and more

"...for the day with trad Celtic acts – Black Irish, Capitol City Highlanders, Ed Miller and Rich Brotherton –..."

March 16, 2009 Music Post by Margaret Moser

Razzle-Dazzle 'Em

David Bologna on making it to Broadway with 'Billy Elliot'

"...Broadway cast of Billy Elliot the Musical, the Austin song-and-dance phenom had a lot to say – more than..."

Dec. 11, 2012 Arts Post by Robert Faires

Gael Force

Austin's Celtic tributaries feed into Austin Celtic Festival -- and the larger whole.

"...like dollhouse furniture. Scottish swords, Celtic jewelry, Guinness T-shirts, Irish linens, leather goods, Christmas ornaments, books, and CDs were..."

Nov. 1, 2002 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

The Watchmaker's Song

Ventana Ballet's playful take on The Nutcracker lets audiences in on the action and brings a new magic to the familiar ballet

"...of Tchaikovsky's score has been the soundtrack for Tapestry Dance Company's rhythm tap take, Of Mice & Music, for..."

Dec. 20, 2019 Arts Review by Robert Faires

Queer Comedy, a Goth Market, and More Community Events

Recommended happenings for your calendar's approval

"...Bonus: Live performances from the fleet-footed fancies of the Irish Dance Center.   – Wayne Alan Brenner Texas Rollergirls..."

March 15, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Jimmy's Hall

Ken Loach film is based on an episode in the life of Jimmy Gralton

"...you ever thought Footloose might’ve been improved with an Irish brogue and a short pour of agitprop, then by..."

July 31, 2015 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

No Green Beer Here

The best St. Patrick's Day pub action

"...friend John, God rest his merry soul, was an Irishman and a self-proclaimed alcoholic. One year, we found ourselves..."

March 14, 2014 Food Feature by Wes Marshall

Expressing Himself

How David Bologna made the leap to Broadway and a Tony nomination in Billy Elliot the Musical

"...six by a live performance of Lord of the Dance, he taught himself the basics of Irish dancing by..."

Dec. 7, 2012 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Scanlines

Rory Cochrane in Love & a .45 Love and a .45

"...is a Badlands cast with extroverts. -- Jen Scoville Riverdance: The Show D: John McColgan; with Michael Flatley, Jean..."

Nov. 8, 1996 Screens Feature

No More Green Beer

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in style

"...places around town eager to help you get your Irish on...."

March 17, 2015 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

Exhibitionism

Lord of the Dance: Flat Sans Flatley

"...Frank Erwin Center, February 4..."

Feb. 13, 1998 Arts Review

Everybody Has a Body

"...I have decided that the next time I see..."

Jan. 29, 1999 Arts Feature by Dawn Davis

Drive Time

TV Eye

"...Willie Nelson, at a 1994 Austin City Limits, joins..."

Aug. 7, 1998 Screens Column by Margaret Moser

Les Ballet Trockadero de Monte Carlo: Ballet on the Moon ... But With Attack Swans Les Ballet de Trockadero de Monte Carlo

Using their intimate knowledge of dance and knack for slapstick physicality, the men of the Ballet Trockadero de Monte Carlo lampooned the dance world from Swan Lake to Balanchine, and won the laughing adoration of a packed Paramount Theatre, including reviewer Dawn Davis.

"...a sensation. Who would have thought that men could dance on toe -- or would even want to? Actually,..."

March 24, 2000 Arts Review by Dawn Davis

NFL Analysis 101: The Gangs of Fear and Evil

"...Drew Bledsoe retired this week after 14 seasons under center in the greatest show on Earth. Drew came out..."

April 16, 2007 Sports Post by Timothy Braun

Faerie Tales

Another Scene? The Original Scene

"...illustration by Tom King Brace yourself. It's another one..."

Aug. 15, 1997 Music Feature by Christopher Gray

Sticking it to the Fat, Lazy Americans

International Acts at SXSW

"...Cornelius WEDNESDAY..."

March 13, 1998 Music Feature by Michael Bertin

The Winter Classic

South by Southwest 1998

"...Johnny Winter on the outdoor stage at Stubb's Saturday,..."

March 27, 1998 Music Feature

The Last Shall Be First

New Year's Eve becomes a cultural extravaganza with First Night Austin

"...are free). Free parking is available at One Texas Center, 505 Barton Springs Rd.; Townlake Center, 721 Barton Springs..."

Dec. 30, 2005 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Hot Movie Previews

Sneaking Into Summer

"...Let the summer begin. MAY..."

May 23, 1997 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

40 Songs to Make You Feel Better (or Worse) About Drinking

A sampling of drinking songs local, south of the border, and global

"...out hardworking servicemen/women by prescribing shots. The internationally charting dance track chronicles post-breakup club activities as the reggaeton duo..."

July 13, 2018 Music Feature by The Music Staff

Dueling Banjos

Is old-time music Austin's next big thing?

"...If you stumble upon the Hancock Recreation Center some Wednesday evening, you'll encounter a group of musicians..."

March 30, 2007 Music Feature by Mark Rubin

Reflections

"...Robert Rodriguez handles his digital camera during the "Guerrilla..."

March 19, 1999 Screens Feature

Food & Wine Fest, Día de los Muertos, Celtic Fest, and More Recommended Events

Wake the dead, toss some cabers, and much more

"...and friends together. Live music fills the air, traditional dances transform the space, and LALO Tequila makes the entire..."

Nov. 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

99 Luftballons (International Acts at SXSW Music)

South by Southwest by way of Sudan, Scotland, Colombia, and more

"...synthesis of the deepest, dreadest Seventies roots reggae and dancehall into infectious Jamaican pop. YouTube enthusiasts: 2016 single "Island..."

March 16, 2018 Music Feature

Applause! Applause!

Austin Critics Table nominations, 2004-2005

"...to recognize the year's most exceptional work in theatre, dance, classical music, and visual art. The nominations for the..."

May 27, 2005 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

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