Vortex Repertory Company's Storm Still

Gabrielle Reisman's script refashions King Lear into the daughters' story, and the Vortex stages it with admirable heart

"...recently died. As anyone who's ever done that knows, it's emotionally taxing work. The older sisters, Goneril (Andreá Smith)..."

Sept. 15, 2017 Arts Review by Elizabeth Cobbe

Michael Jackson's This Is It

Michael Jackson moonwalks among us for a final hurrah.

"...his 50-concert comeback extravaganza is a strange creature indeed. Neither a true concert film nor a strict behind-the-scenes documentary,..."

Oct. 30, 2009 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Housecore Horror Moves to San Antonio

Film and metal fest quits Austin after two years

"...The Housecore Horror Festival, which many feared would end with the death of founder Corey Mitchell, will return for..."

May 20, 2015 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Inventing New (Still Horrible) Ways To Die

You're Next

"...don't like serial killer movies." An odd confession from writer/producer Simon Barrett, considering he picked up best horror screenplay..."

Sept. 23, 2011 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

‘The Newsroom’ Made Me Wish Chivalry Was Still Dead

HBO show ends season 2 with a ride on the mansplain train

"...into thinking the HBO show had finally gotten over its female trouble. But last night’s season finale might as..."

Sept. 16, 2013 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Bedside Manner: Isn't It Ironic?

The stories behind the stories we're reading right now

"...about the luxury of the Welland house and the density of the Welland atmosphere, so charged with minute observances..."

Aug. 21, 2011 Books Post by Kimberley Jones

Microbrewery Bill Moves Forward

Did Anheuser-Busch objections fall flat?

"...Texas microbrewers may have felt a bit hammered a week ago when a bill to help..."

May 18, 2011 News Post by Lee Nichols

Austin @ Large: Time Stands Still

The mayoral race seems a cross between 1954 and 1999 -- anything but 2003.

"...With but hours to go before we vote, I guess..."

May 2, 2003 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Prom: It's Gone to the Dogs

From adoptees to royalty, these senior dogs impressed at puppy prom

"...We all know that time moves a little differently in the animal kingdom – where..."

June 13, 2017 Chronolog Post by Katarina Brown

Rio Rita Moves to Badlands

Was Chicon venue pushed, or did they jump?

"...It seems like too many of Austin's clubs and bars..."

Sept. 16, 2016 Music Post by Richard Whittaker

Waterloo Records Owner John Kunz Saves His 42-Year-Old Baby – By Selling It

With new partners in tow, the pioneering record store moves up Lamar

"...Sixth and Lamar sold. Targeted for redevelopment, Waterloo Records’ literal foundation for three full decades suddenly entered turnaround. For..."

Jan. 3, 2025 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Money Don't Buy Everything, It's True …

City Council plows through housing, energy, and budget hearing

"...Just before the start of last Thursday’s City Council meeting (Aug. 17), Mayor Pro Tem Kathie Tovo..."

Aug. 21, 2017 News Post by Michael King

At It Again

Say Anything savant Max Bemis let goes of his alienation

"...Say Anything readies for an acoustic set. The three guitarists look relaxed, but this could be any emo crew...."

April 27, 2012 Music Feature by Richard Whittaker

Austin at Large: Stupidity – It’s Not Essential

It’s absurd out there, but you can still make good decisions, now and in November

"...about living through this era of the absurd – it's really a shame that Beckett or Ionesco aren't alive..."

May 15, 2020 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

John Doe Moves to Austin

X’s “man of the world” contemplates life in Big Boys country

"...“Oh, come on! It ain’t that cold is it?” John Doe pokes fun..."

Feb. 9, 2017 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Sara Smile Still

Behind Sara Hickman's sunny countenance lies real life. And still a smile.

"...Who can turn the world on with a smile? Besides Mary Tyler Moore, try Sara Hickman...."

May 7, 2010 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

Public Notice: It’s Okay to Gloat ... Just a Little

"...on social programs and social justice reforms, voting rights, minority rights, human rights, and just about every other kind..."

Nov. 13, 2020 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Capitol View Corridor Debate Moves to Lege

Round Rock Rep. Mike Krusee steps into Capitol view corridors fray

"...R-Round Rock, has stepped into the fray over the Capitol view corridors this session, filing a placeholder bill intended..."

March 16, 2007 News Feature by Kimberly Reeves

What It Is to Be Human

Actor Martin Burke, now in the midst of his fifth sell-out run as David Sedaris' Little Elf in The Santaland Diaries, talks about that show's success and his career as an actor.

"...I wish everybody could sit down and talk for an hour or two with..."

Dec. 27, 2002 Arts Feature by Barry Pineo

Voters Want Strong Police Oversight. Will the City Deliver It?

Oversight undermined

"...Austin Police Oversight Act in the May 6 election. It could, as one City Council member put it, create..."

May 26, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Council Carefully Moves Closer to a HealthSouth Deal

HealthSouth redevelopment takes center stage in negotiations

"...The closely watched plans for the former HealthSouth rehabilitation hospital gingerly took another big, careful step forward last..."

Feb. 5, 2021 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Carona Moves "Life" to New Committee

Not enough votes to move the "Choose Life" vanity plate out of Senate Transportation Committee

"...(Senate Bill 1098) from the Senate Transportation and Homeland Security Committee on April 8 out of "respect" for his..."

April 10, 2009 News Post by Jordan Smith

Dukes Moves to Boost Film Incentives

"...production in Texas. "We want to be realistic and competitive," she said...."

Feb. 6, 2009 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

COVID-19 Is Still Here, but Texas Wants Us to Move On

That's not an order

"...COVID-19 pandemic is not over, Texas is going about its business – no matter what its largest cities, including..."

May 15, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Time Stands Still

Austin Playhouse finds the raw pain in this drama of a photojournalist wounded in the Iraq War

"...Time Stands StillAustin Playhouse at Highland Mall, 6001 Airport, 512/476-0084 www.austinplayhouse.com Through..."

Oct. 10, 2014 Arts Review by Adam Roberts

City Hall Moves a Little Bit Closer to Decriminalization

Pot, or not?

"...City Council unanimously approved at its first regular meeting of..."

Jan. 31, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

It's Your City Council!

Brigid Shea and Clay Dafoe vs. Lee Leffingwell

"...is "running on his record," and among other accomplishments cites the major environmental initiatives on his watch: his work..."

April 13, 2012 News Feature by Michael King

With Mental Health Diversion Center Forthcoming, Sheriff Still Wants More Humane Jail Facilities

Can healing happen in jail?

"...not given up on her dream of new jail facilities. If you ask why, she will point to the..."

Dec. 29, 2023 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Eastciders on Barton Springs Is Gone, Hi Sign Brewing Turns Six, Fogo de Chão Flexes Plantwise, Live Fire Beefs It Even Better, There’s Bourbon and Biscuits at Stella San Jac, and (how do you like it?) More, More, More

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...as wrangled from numerous PR releases, words on the digital street, and even the occasional (verified) IRL eavesdroppings...."

March 22, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

COVID-19 CODE RED: Austin Moves Into Crisis Mode

Austin Public Health: "We are in a very dangerous situation in Texas"

"...Chronicle went to press, Austin Public Health leaders huddled with local health care experts and stakeholders and the modeling..."

July 10, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

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