Austin Symphony Orchestra with Andre Watts

Maestro Peter Bay zeroed in on early 20th century France, and the results were magnificent

"...Riverbend Centre, March 15..."

March 21, 2008 Arts Review by Michael Kellerman

'The Barber of Seville': Oh, we meant to do it this way

With Bass Concert Hall no longer available, Austin Lyric Opera is working to stage The Barber of Seville in a hall with no orchestra pit, no proscenium, and no wing space

"...The hall they've ended up sailing in is Riverbend Centre, Dr. Gerald Mann's richly realized modern version of..."

April 13, 2007 Arts Feature by Barry Pineo

Carmina Burana/Hymn to the Earth

For its first concert of the 2002-03 season, Conspirare offered a striking premiere of Hymn to the Earth, by local composer Donald Grantham, then conductor Craig Hella Johnson led a gregarious and eager mob in a sing-along version of Carl Orff's popular Carmina Burana.

"...Carmina Burana/Hymn to the Earth: A Real Sharing of BreathRiverbend Centre,..."

Oct. 11, 2002 Arts Review by Robi Polgar

How Austin's Performing Artists Are Reopening Their Spaces

After months behind screens, the folks who run the city's theatres, concert halls, and comedy clubs are welcoming audiences back inside

"...symphony ended the season with two in-person performances at Riverbend Centre May 13 and 14...."

July 16, 2021 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Jessica Mathaes: A concertmaster flies solo

ASO's top violinist readies for her first solo concerto performance with the orchestra

"...and Borodin for an all-Russian musical experience at the Riverbend Centre. With the glorious Hill Country views and the..."

Oct. 19, 2007 Arts Feature by Michael Kellerman

Austin Lyric Opera

Austin Lyric Opera announces what's coming when it turns 20 next season and serves up a banquet of opera on celluloid in a party, titled Lights, Camera, Opera

"...available until fall 2008, the opera will decamp at Riverbend Centre in the interim, starting with a semistaged version..."

March 24, 2006 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Forget Decorum: Music Fans Holler Their Appreciation for the Symphony

And the classical music crowd goes wild

"...when the Austin Symphony Orchestra took the stage at Riverbend Centre on May 13. Opening the first concert with..."

May 28, 2021 Features Feature by Robert Faires

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Dinosaur Jr. at Lakeline Park, Los Texmaniacs in Sunset Valley, and more recommended shows

"...rock to hyperpop.  – Katie Karp Arc Angels, Madam RadarRiverbend Centre, Thursday 4..."

April 28, 2023 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

General Election Info for Travis County

Early voting runs Oct. 24-Nov. 4

"...Riverbend Centre, 4214 Capital of TX Hwy. N...."

Oct. 21, 2022 News Feature

May 24 Primary Run-Off Elections

Early Voting May 16-20; Election Day Tue., May 24

"...Riverbend Centre, 4214 Capital of Texas Hwy. N...."

May 13, 2022 News Feature

When and Where to Vote in the May 7 Local Election

Early Voting April 25-May 3 • Election Day May 7

"...Riverbend Centre, 4214 Capital of Texas Hwy. N...."

April 22, 2022 News Feature

Early Voting Information for the March 2022 Primary

Early voting runs February 14-25

"...Riverbend Centre, 4214 Capital of Texas Hwy. N..."

Feb. 11, 2022 News Feature

What You Need and Where to Early Vote in the Nov. 2 Elections

Early Voting Oct. 18-29

"...Riverbend Centre, 4214 Capital of Texas Hwy. N...."

Oct. 15, 2021 News Feature

One, Two, Tres, Cuatro: The Kids Really Are Alright

In with the new, out with 'someone's scary grandmother'

"...Saturday he'll host the fifth such fest at the Riverbend Centre. Mays, who runs the Band Aid School of..."

April 13, 2012 Music Column by Margaret Moser

By the Time I Get to Phoenix

SXSW Grace Note: Glen Campbell at the Austin Rodeo.

"...his previous local appearance two years later at the Riverbend Centre, I’d had little contact with his oeuvre beyond..."

April 4, 2012 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Happenings

Jan. 24-30

"...a performance from Sweet Honey in the Rock. 6:30-8:30pm. Riverbend Centre, 4214 Capital of TX Hwy. N., 327-9416. $25..."

Jan. 25, 2008 News Feature

Man With the Light Touch

Peter Bay leads the Austin Symphony with the finesse of Astaire

"...Nov. 16 and 17, Friday and Saturday, 8pm, at Riverbend Centre, 4214 Capital of TX Hwy. N. For more..."

Nov. 16, 2007 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Shirley Jones: Keeping up with the Jones

There's so much more to the stage and screen star than Mama Partridge

"...and she's doing so this Friday, Sept. 21, at Riverbend Centre. Margaret Moser spoke to the stage and screen..."

Sept. 21, 2007 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Me and Miss Jones

Shirley Jones looks back at playing against type.

"...repertoire? “No. That’s for David!” Shirley Jones plays the Riverbend Centre Friday, September 21. Visit www.tex-arts.org...."

Sept. 12, 2007 Music Post by Margaret Moser

Sir Callahan Goes On the Road

Bill Callahan, on the road. Again.

"...27 performance with the Austin Symphony Orchestra at the Riverbend Centre. Tickets for that show go on sale Thursday..."

Aug. 28, 2007 Music Post by Austin Powell

Austin Lyric Opera: Pittsburgh Opera's Kevin Patterson takes the reins

Kevin Patterson of Pittsburgh Opera has been hired to serve as Austin Lyric Opera's new general director

"...season with a concert of Opera's Greatest Hits at Riverbend Centre. Then it's five months of getting ready for..."

July 6, 2007 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Crossing the Divide: The concerts

"...Riverbend Centre, 4214 Capital of TX Hwy...."

Jan. 26, 2007 Arts Feature

Finding Light in Shadow

Conspirare sings of deep hope in the midst of great suffering

"...Light will be presented June 19, Sunday, 7pm, at Riverbend Centre, 4214 Capital of TX Hwy. For more information,..."

June 17, 2005 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Glen Campbell & the Austin Symphony

Live shot

"...Riverbend Centre, Feb. 19..."

Feb. 25, 2005 Music Review by Margaret Moser

Coming Soon To a Concert Hall Near You

What's ahead for the Austin Symphony Orchestra & Ballet Austin in 2004-2005

"...Wheel with Ray Benson, who open the series at Riverbend Centre in September. They're followed by B.J. Thomas, Glen..."

May 28, 2004 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Johnny Rivers, a Rock Legend

"...attention to the recent Johnny Rivers concert at the Riverbend Centre ["Recommended," Music, Feb. 20]. Rock legends like Mr...."

March 3, 2004 Postmarks

TCB

50 Cent brings his bullet proof vest to the Delco Center

"...premieres Monday at 7pm. Taped last fall at Austin's Riverbend Centre (which welcomes Julio Iglesias on Wednesday), the program..."

Feb. 28, 2003 Music Column by Christopher Gray

Dancing About Architecture

Noise ordinance debate blows over -- for now -- while Internet radio crisis threatens, and SIMS crisis subsides.

"...& Union Station show Sunday (7:30pm), which inaugurates the Riverbend Centre. After all, his own Geronimo Management company operates..."

May 3, 2002 Music Column by Ken Lieck

Public Notice

Fundraising season is upon us ...

"...Concert will benefit the Harvest League Foundation, at the Riverbend Centre, Fri, Oct 15. Tickets are $12.50 and available..."

Oct. 15, 1999 Column by Kate X Messer