The People’s Joker

Trans coming-of-age story filtered through superhero homage

"...Lynn Downey, Trevor Drinkwater, Nathan Faustyn, Kane Distler, Maria Bamford, Tim Heidecker, Bob Odenkirk and David Liebe Hart...."

April 12, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Movies, Comedians, Theatre, and More Arts Options for the Week

Get out and get art

"...Sasquatch Sunset With Nathan Zellner Q&A..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Day Trips: Tonkawa Falls City Park, Crawford

Historic waterfall is still a prime swimming hole

"...Tonkawa Falls City Park in Crawford was once a favored campsite for..."

April 12, 2024 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Tom Copeland, Behind-the-Scenes Powerhouse of Texas Film, Dies

Former Texas Film Commission executive director passed last Sunday

"...Texas filmmakers are mourning the loss of Tom Copeland, former executive director of the Texas Film Commission. A pivotal..."

April 10, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Soundscapes, Bat Books, and More Arts Events for the Week

Things to do when you're not staring at an interloping moon

"...Television! As one famous Springfieldian once called it, “Teacher! Mother! Secret Lover!” Turn on your TV set..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Luv Doc: Be Patient

What next? People with “Baby on Board” stickers?

"...you noticed the ever-increasing number of people driving around with these stickers all over their cars, “Student Driver. Please..."

April 5, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...more Tuesday pointed to evidence that Israel struck the charity’s vehicles multiple times with precision drone strikes. A White..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature

Opinion: Incarcerated Women in Texas Need to Be Heard

A writer in her eighth year of solitary confinement laments widespread neglect of the experiences of women in prison

"...the Texas Civil Rights Project released a 20-plus-page report titled “Solitary Confinement in Texas: A Crisis With No End.”..."

March 29, 2024 Column by Kwaneta Harris

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...on corruption charges. The attorney general cut a deal with state prosecutors on Monday to resolve the nine-year-old felony..."

March 29, 2024 News Feature

How Austin Transformed Danny Brown

The Detroit wild card on getting his shit together (and finding H-E-B)

"...Danny Brown was a 30-year-old, not very famous yet, Detroit rapper who’d released his debut album the previous March..."

March 29, 2024 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Court of Appeals Sides With SXSW in Insurance Lawsuit

Reverses previous decision in insurance company's favor

"...The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has..."

March 26, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

The Verde Report: Relax, Austin FC’s First Month Isn’t as Bad as It Looks

“It’s not like we’re behind the curve. We’re right there.”

"...the club’s 2021 expansion season, in which two of its eventual nine wins came in during the first month...."

March 22, 2024 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Short and Sweet: The Rainbow Bridge

Dimitri Simakis on his new short and the state of the industry

"...& TV Festival, there were two shorts that dealt with vets at the end of a pet's life...."

March 20, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Teezo Touchdown, Arny Margret, and More Reviews From Tuesday of SXSW

Standout sets to kick off the big music week

"...Reuniting audiences on the second official day of SXSW Music..."

March 13, 2024 Music Post by Derek Udensi

A Thomas Dambo Troll Is Coming to Pease Park

Made from recycled materials, this troll is the newest Art in the Park

"...No, citizen, this isn’t one of those internet trolls that lurk..."

March 15, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

SXSW Film Review: Stormy

Doc explores life in the eye of Hurricane Trump

"...Whore. Horseface. Con job. As a prime target of former President Donald Trump and his MAGA minions, Stormy Daniels..."

March 9, 2024 Screens Post by Katherine McNevins

The Luv Doc: Smells Like Gold Bond

Wear something extra sexy ... with a plunging neckline

"...out to clubs and see live music regularly back before we had kids. Now the oldest is out of..."

March 8, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc

Visions of a More Mobile-Friendly World

"...Dear Editor, Re: "The City Tries to Fix Its Website –..."

March 3, 2024 Postmarks

Austin ISD Reduces Budget Deficit by Half

Meanwhile, special ed students are still struggling

"...good news: Austin ISD is on track to reduce its $52 million deficit by half by the end of..."

March 1, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Opinion: Let’s Encourage Austin Restaurants to Switch to Reusables, Away From Single-Use Items

Austin Reuse Coalition and Plastic Reduction Project want your help rating Austin restaurants’ commitment to reducing plastic use

"...bodies is inescapable. As one of the more visible forms of pollution, it only takes one walk around your..."

March 1, 2024 Column by Brandi Clark Burton

The Verde Report: The Biggest Questions Surrounding Austin FC’s 2024 Season

First up: Can El Tree get off to a winning start?

"...Austin FC kicks off its fourth season Saturday when the Verde and Black take..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Commission Debates Guidelines for Opening the Live Music Fund to Venues

Stressing preference that aid goes primarily to musicians

"...open the Live Music Fund to music venues at its February meeting Monday night. After commissioners voiced concerns with..."

Feb. 7, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

In Dark Corners and Bright Spaces, Beth Schindler Captures Queer Joy & Community

Austin Dyke March organizer opens first solo photography show

"...For queers in Texas, there’s something magical – sacred, even..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Arts Feature by Genevieve Wood

Uchibā Is Serving Vintage With a Twist

Sushi, scallops, and surprises from the newest Uchi offshoot in Downtown

"...Recently I tried my hand at homemade sushi, and despite pulling it off with unanimous family approval, it’s probably..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, February 2-8

"...AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It’s the fifth annual Brag Therapy Holiday – for you..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

After Art Acevedo Fallout, Interim City Manager Jesús Garza Answers Council Questions in Memo

Acevedo debacle prompted memo, but Garza doesn’t address it

"...Interim City Manager Jesús Garza’s decision to offer former Austin Police..."

Jan. 31, 2024 News Post by Austin Sanders

Austin Darkwave Pioneer Sky Hutchens, aka DJ Scorpio, Has Died

Hutchens hosted monthly Cheer Up Charlies Nite School parties

"...Update, Feb. 7, 1:35pm: A memorial for Sky Hutchens will take place at Cheer Up Charlies..."

Jan. 29, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Council Approves $2 Million for Homelessness Study

Will it be money well spent?

"...The city is paying $2 million for a study to look..."

Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Recommended Austin Events

Highlights for your week in music, arts, community, and more

"...In/visible A: The Building of an Asian American Film Community..."

Jan. 26, 2024 Column

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, January 26 - February 1

"...AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): “All good writing is swimming under water and holding your breath,” wrote..."

Jan. 26, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

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