Plan Yourself a Hell of a Summer

Holy-moley, this is one smokin’ hot Summer Events Calendar

"...A word to the wise, however: Budget cuts, weather forecasts, and acts of God – or Satan – may..."

May 16, 2025 Features Feature by Chronicle Staff

Magic Farm

A crew accidentally arrives in the wrong country for a film shoot in this absurdist comedy

"...team as a documentary crew, but that seems over-charitable for the kind of nitwittery on display. Case in point:..."

May 9, 2025 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Qmmunity: Thee Gay Agenda Holds Court

Get your gavel for new variety show Justice Is Served

"...and you’re guilty – of being a slay queen! Just kidding, just kidding: I get ahead of myself here..."

May 9, 2025 Column by James Scott

The Handyband Collective Cleans Up the Sound of Home Maintenance

Group of musicians takes odd jobs to the next level

"...Hiring musicians for his collective of handy people was an obvious decision..."

May 9, 2025 Music Feature by Caroline Drew

How Three Austin Songwriters Found Family in Next of Kin

On debut EP Homemaker, Lili Hickman, Madison Baker, and Caelin reach queer country transcendence

"...North Austin. The small strip mall eatery is packed for Saturday brunch, but the artist, known mononymously as Caelin,..."

May 9, 2025 Music Feature by Doug Freeman

Austin Yards Where Weird Finds a Home

Seven front lawns that push beyond garden gnomes

"...We’re already outside, so let’s go for a stroll. It won’t be long before we spot..."

May 2, 2025 Arts Feature by Caroline Drew

A Redhead, Pink Pony, and Kaleidoscope in This Weekend’s Events

Arts and culture to keep you entertained

"...Barks for Beers 2025..."

May 2, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Movies, Theatre, Trivia, and More Recommended Events for the Week

Art and culture abound

"...transplant, which causes a lotta hijinks and a lotta laughs.   – James Scott Foreign & Domestic 15th Anniversary..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Flirting With the Bizarre: Isaac Ezban Unleashes Párvulos: Children of the Apocalypse

New zombie horror bites into the family dynamics of brothers

"...of Isaac Ezban, it’s the terror of claustrophobia. He laughs. “I really like locking people in a place and..."

April 4, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Downtown Austin Experiences the Moontower Effect

Moontower Comedy Festival returns with a lineup of national stars and local comics

"...Downtown from April 9-19, it’ll be with more than just marquee names and standing ovations. The 11-day comedy festival..."

April 4, 2025 Arts Feature by Lucciana Choueiry

Swans, Swine, and Serial Killers in This Week’s Recommended Events

Get out and get arty

"...Czech That Film Texas settles into the Violet Crown for the whole of April to exhibit award-winning Czech cinema..."

April 4, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Anime, Activism, and Aerodynamics in This Weekend’s Recommended Events

Arts and culture abound!

"...entire world in our pockets: a steady stream of information and connections at our fingertips. What would happen if..."

April 4, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Shannon & the Clams, Lola Kirke, and More Crucial Concerts

Recommended shows for the week ahead

"...artists and styles while ushering in a new era for Nashville. Now after six decades, the California-born band embarks..."

March 28, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Just One Spark: Disney and the Business of Joy at SXSW

Josh D'Amaro and Alan Bergman on how to make someone's favorite ride

"...is part of why D’Amaro was back in Austin for the second time in two years to present The..."

March 16, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

La Sécurité Comes Prepped for SX Round Three

Montreal art-punks boast newfound cohesion

"...first time the fivepiece came to Austin, they had just released their first two singles – “Try Again,” sung..."

March 14, 2025 Music Feature by Caroline Drew

Arts and Culture Events to Get You Off the Couch

It's spring break (for some of you), get out and have some fun

"...in this coming Monday at either 10am or 5pm for an art tour around the Downtown library location? Citizens..."

March 14, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

St. Paddy’s Day, SXSnacks, Sailor Moon, and More Weekend Events

Our recommendations for the waning days of the Fest

"...on stage or screen, after a decadeslong career eliciting laughs as Steve Brule on Tim and Eric and as..."

March 14, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Ken Pomeroy Has Paid Her Dues

22-year-old Oklahoman talks Cherokee heritage and 11-year career

"...James McAlister), the 22-year-old songwriter has been writing and performing since she was 11. As the Oklahoma native prepares..."

March 14, 2025 Music Feature by Doug Freeman

Brass Bands, Russian Circles, Swindlers, and More Crucial Concerts

Get out and get loud

"...with Ichi Ni San Shi’s Jonathan Horne and more, for a mix of samples, electronics, and old-school guitar oddness..."

Feb. 28, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Aquatic Anime and Crafty Options in This Week's Recommended Events

Getting out isn't just for the weekend

"...and Swayze; it’s the crackling comedic and emotional connection forged between Whoopi Goldberg’s reluctant medium Oda Mae Brown and..."

Feb. 14, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Love Hurts

Action-comedy stars Ke Huy Quan as a real estate agent pulled back into a life of crime

"...Nobody have all proved that audiences will always root for the implausible badass with right on their side, and..."

Feb. 7, 2025 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Heart Eyes

Squabbling coworkers mistaken for a couple attract the murderous attention of the Heart Eyes Killer

"...(Gooding, Scream), two advertising execs that the killer mistakes for a couple but who actually can’t stand each other...."

Feb. 7, 2025 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Gus Baldwin, the Sketch, and a New Era of Old School

Genre-agnostic quartet debuts with classic rock energy and brassy punk politics

"...“I landed the trick, for the record,” he clarifies...."

Feb. 7, 2025 Music Feature by Kyra Bruce

We Give Two Thumbs Up to These Weekend Events

Arty and culture-y things to get up to

"...people get a little weird after ending a marriage just interests us LGBTQs. Such is the genesis of Arby’s..."

Jan. 31, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

SXSW 2025 Heads to The Studio With Seth Rogen

New films from Ben Affleck, Nicole Kidman, Nic Cage added to fest

"...new Apple TV+ half-hour series from Seth Rogen and just one of the over 100 features and TV shows,..."

Jan. 22, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Witness This Weekend's Recommended Arts and Culture Events

Sarah Silverman, 80s Night, sustainable sculpting, and more

"...love, loss, and food. Though the novella receives acclaim for Yoshimoto’s grounded storytelling, her introduction of a trans woman..."

Jan. 3, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Solo Shoegazer Dottie Makes Free Week Debut

Saturday Mohawk set alongside Ringo Deathstarr and Fawn caps off the project’s successful 2024

"...Week live set. Any act capable of producing such formidable waves of sound must count at least four members..."

Jan. 3, 2025 Music Feature by Genevieve Wood

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

"...northwest corner lot at Sixth and Lamar sold. Targeted for redevelopment, Waterloo Records’ literal foundation for three full decades..."

Jan. 3, 2025 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Qmmunity: Homo for the Holidays

We’re trying our best out here, even during the holidays

"...right into the new year. Can’t say I’m “ready” for 2025, although how much could I say I was..."

Dec. 20, 2024 Column by James Scott

Golden Girls on Stage, Xmas Parties Galore, Satangeddon, and More Events

Your recommended arts events for the weekend

"...Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue..."

Dec. 13, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

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