Plan Yourself a Hell of a Summer

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

"...its 65th anniversary this year. Hold on to your party hats: Other anniversary screenings on the lineup include Jaws..."

May 16, 2025 Features Feature by Chronicle Staff

Theatre Review: Raw Anger in Search of Revenge in FEAST.

Veteran actor Katherine Catmull chews through Megan Gogerty’s vengeful script

"...dais, where a throne holds the mysteries behind her party pastiche. It’s a practical set, to boot: Audience members..."

May 9, 2025 Arts Feature by Cat McCarrey

Qmmunity: Seeing Clearly on Trans Day of Visibility

Haus of Trans and Black Trans Leadership of Austin talk their TDOV celebration

"...celebrates host Munster Mash’s birthday with a Pee-wee Herman party featuring performances from the ST cast (Mash, Ethel Institution,..."

March 28, 2025 Column by James Scott

Shrooms, Trolls, and Gaga in This Week’s Recommended Events

Art, crafts, and more weekday fun

"...I love a good at-home viewing party as much as the next person; screens and sweatpants..."

March 21, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Rolling Stone Wraps, billy woods Plays a Red River Patio, and More Music Reviews From Friday of SXSW

Fest winds down with a lot of hip-hop

"...hosted our annual Hair of the 3-Legged Dog Day Party at Hotel Vegas (read our review here and check..."

March 15, 2025 Music Post by Miranda Garza

Benson Boone, La Sécurité, Ken Pomeroy, and More Reviews From Tuesday of SXSW

Plus: Lars Ulrich pumps up new Apple Vision Pro experience

"...Annie-Claude Deschênes’ Whipped Cream-Laced Techno Party..."

March 12, 2025 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Qmmunity: For Queers By Queers Fest Recs and More

Mostly unofficial SXSW recos, local non-Fest fun, and Oscars complaints this week in Qmmunity

"...Celebrate Gaga’s seventh album with a listening party that features Mama Monster themed cocktails, drag, and a..."

March 7, 2025 Column by James Scott

Twins, Phantoms, and More Recommended Events

Seeing double on the weekdays

"...God Baby Damn provide the music at this costume party, which promises coffee and donuts, a Twin Peaks-themed photo..."

Feb. 21, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Trans Rights, Comedy Nights, and More Recommended Weekend Events

Arts and culture to keep you entertained

"...gilding the lily.   – James Scott Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Signing..."

Jan. 17, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Follies, Samurai, and a Few Non-Alcoholic Events for the Weekend

Got a resolution to get out more? No problem.

"...again with a new illusion, “In Love With a Monster,” that stands next to old standards like magic mirrors,..."

Jan. 10, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Live Music Recommendations for Post-Xmas and New Year's

Charley Crockett, DJ Paul, and more crucial concerts

"...a free show by one of the most famous party bands of the Nineties? (You knew “Semi-Charmed Life” was..."

Dec. 27, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

The Luv Doc: The Edge of the Earth

A place previously known only for its stray dogs and meth scabs

"...I met my girlfriend at a friend’s New Year’s party in 2022 and sparks flew right from the start...."

Dec. 6, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc

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

Wake the dead, toss some cabers, and much more

"...fuels many in the office not sipping cans of Monster Ultra Zero. These caffeine dealers have spent 25 years..."

Nov. 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Levitation, a Cumbia Halloween, Jazz Hall of Fame, and More Crucial Concerts

From spooky to undead and beyond, these are the shows to see

"...with the album.   – Kahron Spearman Cumbia Halloween Party..."

Nov. 1, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Qmmunity: Rocky Horror at Harry’s

Director Cupcake talks putting on an all-drag production of Rocky Horror Picture Show

"...tradition. “[Our] idea is that this whole Rocky Horror/Halloween/Queer party won’t just be a one-time thing,” Cupcake explains. “[We]..."

Oct. 18, 2024 Column by James Scott

Record Store Day, Formula 1, Dyke March, and More Event Recommendations

Your weekend is spoken for

"...CGI lead character.   – Richard Whittaker Ghostbusters Movie Party..."

Oct. 18, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Apprentice

Fctionalized account of Donald Trump’s rise (Sebastian Stan) under the tutelage of lawyer Roy Cohn (Jeremy Strong)

"...Trump, does: It shows a bad man becoming a monster...."

Oct. 11, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Horror Abounds in Our Weekday Event Recommendations

But it's more than just scares

"...Little Longhorn Saloon. Grab your passport at the kickoff party this Thursday, Oct. 3, at Zilker Taproom. The highest..."

Oct. 4, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Floral Realness, a John Aielli Experience, Spooky Movies, and More Recommended Events

Fill your weekend with the wild and weird

"...Ups for a drag and dance homage to Mother Monster herself. Whether you’re partial to Artpop’s bacchanalian sleaze or..."

Oct. 4, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Fantastic Fest Review: The Apprentice

Controversy-sparking Trump biopic follows the birth of a monster

"...Trump, does: It shows a bad man becoming a monster...."

Sept. 30, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Recommended Events for This Week’s Cooling Temps

Fairies, succulents, and lowriders in this weekend’s suggested happenings

"...Hunt. Twister, one of the original man vs. nature monster movies, is perfect fodder for the drive-in – a..."

Aug. 30, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Fantastic Fest Announces 2024 Lineup

Love of out-there cinema brings Terrifier 3, The Wild Robot

"...her children from a world consumed by evil. The Monster’s Ball star – and subsequently the first Black woman..."

Aug. 15, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Youth Theatre, Late Movies, Brat Dances, and More Recommended Events

It's not scorching! Get out while you can!

"...icon for ages. Rocket Cinema throws a casual cinematic party while screening Martin’s first starring role in a feature..."

July 26, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Daniel Fears, Sydney Wright, AB6IX, and More Crucial Concerts

Get out and get live

"...status, so he’ll be backed by a trio of monster locals for this date.   – Michael Toland Horrendous..."

July 12, 2024 Music Feature by Cy White

Album Review: Strand of Oaks' Miracle Focus

With eighth release, Strand of Oaks preaches harmony

"...The soft guitar on track “Party at Monster Lake” slows down the sizzling energy featured..."

June 29, 2024 Music Post by Jasmine Iman Wright

Greek Fest, Taylor Swift Wrestling, and More Weekend Events

No weekend plans? We have some suggestions.

"...McNevins Spend Time Zine Mart: AAPI Heritage Month Zine Party..."

May 24, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Brittany Howard, Buddy Guy, Jimmie Vaughan, and More Austin Blues Festival Reviews

Standouts from the Antone’s organizers’ Waterloo Park return

"...Hernandez Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas Came to Party..."

April 29, 2024 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Hiromi Uehara, Caroline Rose, and Fests Galore in Our Crucial Concerts

Choose your fest: Psych, Death, or Blues

"...prolific career, releasing over a dozen records, joining bass monster Stanley Clarke’s band, and scoring a No. 1 on..."

April 26, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Neko Case, the Urban Cultural Fest, and More Crucial Concerts

Live sounds for the week ahead

"...  – Rachel Rascoe Texas Hold ’Em Beyoncé Mini-Ball/Listening Party..."

March 29, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Spider Sculptures, Gore Feasts, and More Arts Events

Feed your art habit with these recommended events for the week

"...Paws up, little monsters! Oh yes, I’m well aware you’re still out there...."

March 22, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

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