With Theatres Closed, Austinites Create Their Own Backyard Cinemas

Get a big-screen experience for your small group

"...The first cinemas weren't handsome movie palaces, or multiscreen megaplexes. They were..."

May 29, 2020 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Matthew Monagle’s Top 10 Films of 2019

"...1) Uncut Gems..."

Dec. 20, 2019 Screens Feature by Matthew Monagle

Acceleration

Inept action flick marks the end of any possible Lundgrenaissance

"...Directed by: Michael Merino and Daniel Zirilli. Starring: Sean Patrick..."

Nov. 8, 2019 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Luv Doc: A Handful

You can’t just beat children anymore unless you want CPS all up in your chili

"...Dear Luv Doc,..."

July 19, 2019 Column by The Luv Doc

How Local Opera Company LOLA Made the Play Lardo Weeping Sing

Peter Stopschinski’s 17-year journey to bring Terry Galloway’s outsized, outspoken agoraphobe to the stage

"...a fat lady like none you've seen hits the operatic stage, thanks to Austin company LOLA...."

March 8, 2019 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Dr. Robert Van Boven, the Whistleblower

Lakeway neurologist battles hospitals, officials, and the "culture of silence"

"...When Marcus Turner awoke one morning in November of 2014, he..."

April 20, 2018 News Feature by Michael King

Ready Player One

Video gaming and Eighties culture get the Spielberg treatment

"...Directed by: Steven Spielberg. Starring: Tye Sheridan, Olivia Cooke, Letitia..."

March 30, 2018 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

The Chronicle's 2018 Primary Election Coverage

Tracking the returns for the county, courthouse, and state

"...Election results should continue to trickle in through the evening,..."

March 6, 2018 News Post by the News Staff

Drink to Me Only With Thine Lies

Those classic club tales tantalize, whether you’re sober or besotted

"...You want to go to a place where everybody knows your name?..."

July 20, 2017 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Paramount Announces Summer Classic Film Series Lineup

See the whole schedule and get some tickets to escape the heat

"...is everyone demanding that you go outside. Fortunately, here comes the Paramount to save all you indoor-loving film fans,..."

May 16, 2017 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Point Austin: On the Backs of Immigrants

In the war over "sanctuary," the victims are most vulnerable

"...wake of word out of the U.S. Department of Justice that Austin and Travis County are in fact complying..."

April 28, 2017 News Column by Michael King

SXSW Music List No. 7

Pussy Riot Theatre, Kano, Bilal, and 137 more

"...southerly on its axis for the largest summit of music, film, and tech on Earth. South by Southwest, March..."

Feb. 10, 2017 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Gift Guide 2016: Coffeetable Books

Big books give heft to big success stories about women in business, Flatbed Press, UT’s collections, Pan Am, and the Spurs

"...You can't tell a huge story in a little book. If..."

Dec. 16, 2016 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Local Composer Peter Stopschinski Releases 50 Free Albums in One Summer

That’s just the kind of guy he is

"...Let me introduce you to a little game called "the Fox and..."

Aug. 19, 2016 Arts Feature by Kirk Lynn

Ratchet & Clank

This animated video-game spin-off fails on every level

"...Directed by: Kevin Munroe and Jericca Cleland...."

May 6, 2016 Movie Review by Josh Kupecki

Review: Wu Chow

Downtown christens a classic

"...I would use one of them to eliminate the back row of tables at Wu Chow – the upscale..."

Jan. 22, 2016 Food Feature by Brandon Watson

Open Carry Proponents Run Victory Lap

Activists celebrate new rules with glocks, turkey subs

"...January 1 marked the first day of open carry, and its proponents braved the chill for an unapologetic..."

Jan. 8, 2016 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

SXSW Music: First Band List of 2016

Initial names for (154) and days remaining until (146) March madness

"...As October readies its exit alongside ghouls and goblins, that means..."

Oct. 20, 2015 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

SXSW Film Announces 2015 Lineup

Circling the Thunderdome

"...Following January’s tease of six titles, SXSW Film has..."

Feb. 3, 2015 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Unbroken

The heroic story of Louis Zamperini, who endured harrowing hardships during World War II, is the subject of Angelina Jolie's second movie.

"...Directed by: Angelina Jolie. Starring: Jack O'Connell, Domhnall Gleeson, Miyavi,..."

Dec. 26, 2014 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Gay Place

Who knew the guys at Chain Drive had a "soft" opening?

"...We hope you've retained that manly Greco-Roman vibe. ON OUR GAYDAR..."

Aug. 8, 2014 Column by Kate X Messer

Lehmberg NOT Removed: Déjà Vu All Over Again

Long list of dignitaries testify in defense of D.A.

"...As the Chronicle went to press Wednesday afternoon, State of Texas v...."

Dec. 13, 2013 News Feature by Michael King

There They Go ... Here They Come Again

A no-drama session ends – will a high-drama special follow?

"...end on Memorial Day, lawmakers knew they would be back for a special session; what they didn't know was..."

May 31, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Film Unveils March Lineup

So much ado!

"...The big story coming out of this year’s Sundance Film Festival was the..."

Jan. 31, 2013 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Nowhere Near His Final Frontier

At 74, 'Starlog' and 'Fangoria' co-founder Kerry O'Quinn is just getting started

"...The name was familiar but for a moment its significance eluded me. Then it clicked, and I grinned. Kerry..."

Nov. 2, 2012 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

Gay Place: BOO! To You Too

You think October 31 is scary? Just wait til November 6.

"...All Hallows', pals! Every four years, Halloween seems extra scary. Please get out and vote as if your life..."

Oct. 26, 2012 Column by Kate X Messer

The New Topfer Theatre at Zach Scott

October 4, 2012. 11 Photos

"...October 4, 2012. 11 Photos..."

Oct. 4, 2012 Photo Gallery

Born Yesterday

Austin Playhouse's tight revival of the 65-year-old political comedy never shows its age

"...Born YesterdayAustin Playhouse temporary facility, 18001/2 Simond, 476-0084 www.austinplayhouse.com Through June 3 Running time:..."

May 25, 2012 Arts Review by Robert Faires

SXSW Friday Showcases

Friday showcases: Stay local (Western Vinyl) or surf Japan Nite, plus reggae Bass Culture.

"...of Japan's devastating earthquake and ensuing tsunami passes, the Pacific island nation's riveting, rocking musical community makes its mark..."

March 16, 2012 Music Feature

Welcome to the Circus!

The redistricting fight and the grassroots politics of chaos

"...more than six months of trials, delays, allegations, and political infighting, the 2012 Texas redistricting process seems to have..."

March 9, 2012 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

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