South by Southwest Sends in the Clowns

Pamela Adlon, Frank Oz, John Leguizamo, and more for Comedy Festival

"...And would it be SXSW Comedy without James Adomian and his uncanny impressions? Having previously delivered keynotes..."

Feb. 28, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Lunar New Year Parties, OUTsider Fest, and More Recommended Community Events

Get out the vote and more this week

"...Cheer Up Charlies on Friday, Feb. 16.   – James Scott Big Bad Karaoke at the Love Lagoon..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Day Trips & Beyond: February Events Roundup

Texas travel news and more

"...Chef: Texas category) selected as semifinalists in the 2024 James Beard Awards last month. When you consider the hundreds..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Argylle

Bryce Dallas Howard and Sam Rockwell get into double-identity spy trouble

"...Howard, Sam Rockwell, Henry Cavill, Catherine O'Hara Samuel L. Jackson, Bryan Cranston, John Cena, Sofia Boutella, Dua Lipa and..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

A.L. West at a Bookstore, and More Crucial Concerts This Week

Stop by Stalefish’s album release or Jonathan Toubin’s Soul Clap

"...this appearance by bandleader/saxophonist Paulo Santos, Coke/Michel Sextet bassist James Suter, and prolific drummer Adam Jackson. (Though this show..."

Jan. 12, 2024 Music Column by Carys Anderson

South by Southwest Falls for Ryan Gosling With The Fall Guy World Premiere

3 Body Problem, more announced for 2024 festival

"...school’s matron divides them. Cast: Rima Te Wiata, Erana James, Nathalie Morris, Manaia Hall (World Premiere)..."

Jan. 10, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Evil Dead Rise Star Alyssa Sutherland Discusses The Mental State

New drama looks at how rural communities are bereft of resources

"...In the new film from writer/director James Camali, Evil Dead Rise star Alyssa Sutherland plays Dana..."

Dec. 23, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Transitioning to the Big Screen

For Qmmunity Editor James Scott’s birthday, and Transgender Awareness Week, five trans movie recommendations

"...birthday column to introduce myself – "My name is James Scott, and I'm the guy who answers your messages..."

Nov. 17, 2023 Column by James Scott

Roxane Gay, Tim O’Brien Join Texas Book Festival Lineup

Full author roster revealed for November fest

"...a Divided America) Walter Isaacson (Elon Musk) Mitchell S. Jackson (Fly: The Big Book of Basketball Fashion) Tania James..."

Sept. 13, 2023 Arts Post by Kimberley Jones

Review: Davis Gallery’s “Late Summer Dreams”

Don't sleep on this new group show

"...comprising a series of American presidents – John Tyler, James Polk, Martin Van Buren, and Andrew Jackson, each wearing..."

Aug. 25, 2023 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Qmmunity: More Pride, Less Prejudice

In a way, we're all gay Darcys looking for our gay Elizabeths in the thrush of Pride parties

"...climate." The Nineties-themed party features performances by Juliana, Mark Jackson, Colleen DeForrest, Rachel Mykels, and Maxine LaQueene. Q’d Up..."

June 9, 2023 Column by James Scott

The Chronicle Guide to the Marvel Cinematic Universe

As the Guardians of the Galaxy gather once more, every MCU film reviewed

"...Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Chris Evans, Samuel L. Jackson, Mark Ruffalo, Jeremy Renner..."

May 5, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Outlander Star Caitriona Balfe, Andor Creator Tony Gilroy Join ATX TV Festival Lineup

State of the industry panel also slated for June fest

"...showrunner / executive producer / writer / director Elgin James, and cast members JD Pardo, Clayton Cardenas, Emilio Rivera,..."

April 27, 2023 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

ATX TV Festival Rides Again With Justified: City Primeval

Outlander, Dawson's Creek added to season 12

"...(running June 1-4) will see legendary 11-time Emmy-winning producer/director James Burrows (Cheers, Friends, Taxi, Will & Grace) becoming the..."

April 3, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Day Trips & Beyond: March Events Roundup

Texas travel news and events for spring

"...Revolution as the rallying cry “Remember Goliad” after Colonel James Fannin and nearly 400 men were massacred in the..."

March 1, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips & Beyond: February Events Roundup

Lots to look forward to as winter eases into spring

"...them have been nominated as semifinalists for the 2023 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards. As usual, Texas is..."

Feb. 2, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

All The Pieces Fall in to Place as SXSW Adds Tetris

New titles include experimental Visions and 24 Beats Per Second

"...she and her fiancé take a summer trip to Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Cast: Claudia Restrepo, Derrick DeBlasis, Ben Coleman,..."

Feb. 1, 2023 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Goes Monster Hunting With Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Amongst Thieves

Evil Dead Rises and more added to festival lineup

"...Used To Be Funny (Canada) Director/Screenwriter: Ally Pankiw, Producers: James Weyman, Jason Aita, Breann Smordin Sam, a stand-up comedian..."

Jan. 11, 2023 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Adds Cheech Marin, Titane Director Julia Ducournau For 2023

Plus the Metaverse and student athlete NIL deals part of the program

"...the University of Texas’ Moody College of Communication Mike Jackson, founder of production house Get Lifted Co...."

Nov. 15, 2022 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Memorable Moments From Levitation's Halloweekend

Standout sets from the four-day Austin fest

"...the outdoor stage's splattered tie-dye visuals, like a psychedelic Jackson Pollock canvas. Fired up with riot grrrl sensibilities, "Banged..."

Nov. 4, 2022 Music Feature by Kriss Conklin

Get Ready for the 2022 B. Iden Payne Awards

The full list of nominees before Monday's award ceremony

"...(Abby Pollock), Pet Dick, Jarrott Productions Roderick Sanford (Det. James Roscoe), Pet Dick, Jarrott Productions Theatre for Young Audiences..."

Oct. 22, 2022 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Mr. Malcolm's List

Austen imitator is a poor relative from Sussex among Regency romances

"...Jones. Starring: Zawe Ashton, Freida Pinto, Sope Dirisu, Oliver Jackson-Cohen and Ashley Park...."

July 1, 2022 Movie Review by Sarah Jane

Escapism and Connection: The Illustrated Life of Billy Perkins

Hustling Austin posters for 30 years, Perkins perseveres

"...they populated the enormous ballroom. Behind him, Samuel L. Jackson argued gun control, Fleetwood Mac towered toward the moon,..."

June 17, 2022 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

10 Bands Under 25 That Make Me Feel Alive

A quintessential coming-of-age soundtrack to score the next spiral

"...This community led to an artistic enlightenment for Khalid Jackson, a computer science major and hip-hop artist whose inspirations..."

June 10, 2022 Music Feature by Mars Salazar

Five Things to Enjoy as Black History Month Continues

We highlight artists of color who bring a diversity of aesthetic vibrance to the theatres, galleries, and other venues of our city

"...Ariel René Jackson's show is a film-based exhibition that contemplates what it..."

Feb. 25, 2022 Arts Column by Wayne Alan Brenner

Nearly a Dozen Contested Races on the Election Docket

Judging the judges

"...Madeleine Connor, whom Mauzy (as well as federal Judge James Nowlin) dubbed a "vexatious litigant" for her lengthy legal..."

Feb. 18, 2022 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Day Trips & Beyond: February Events Roundup

Celebrate Chinese New Year, Mardi Gras, Valentine’s, and more in Texas

"...recently recognized with an American Classics Award from the James Beard Foundation. Famous for their fried catfish and buffalo..."

Feb. 4, 2022 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

SXSW Film Goes Right to the Moon

Apollo 10 1/2, Sandra Bullock, and more join movie list

"...Beats Per Second titles that includes metal master Ronnie James Dio (DIO Dreamers Never Die), prog pioneers King Crimosn..."

Feb. 2, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

We Have an Issue: Gift Cozy

It's the Austin Chronicle's annual Gift Guide issue

"...Guide to Gifting Queerly: Qmmunity's Beth Sullivan and James Scott pick their favorite queer-made and queer-sold goods this..."

Dec. 3, 2021 Column by Kimberley Jones

Other Worlds Boards the Flight of the Navigator

Beloved '80s sci fi adventure picked as Defender of the Universe

"...Esluna: The Crown of Babylon D: Denver Jackson After her mentor is abducted by a renegade monk,..."

Dec. 1, 2021 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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