Chronicle Recommends: Seasons Beatings

Our top picks for holiday movies with a twist

"...Who's ready for some Christmas cheer? Well, not the Chronicle's film..."

Dec. 6, 2018 Screens Post by Chronicle Film Staff

Tying the Knot: A Drama

Yes, the merger of Austin's Paramount Theatre and State Theater Company is a business affair, but since theatres traffic in stories, human dramas that talk to us about life, this historic event deserves to be looked at as a story, the story of a wedding between two neighbors.

"...Forget merger. Think wedding. Yes, the union of the Paramount Theatre for the Performing Arts and the State Theater..."

Aug. 25, 2000 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

30 New Shows, Returning Series, and Other TV Premieres This April

Top Chef, crazy love, and sweet potters

"...Nine months on, HBO Max still doesn’t have a strong brand identity...."

April 1, 2021 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

A Good Time to Be Lawrence Wright

With new book God Save Texas, The Looming Tower series on Hulu, and his play Cleo at the Alley, Lawrence Wright is the man of the moment

"..."I can see them swarming you," Lawrence Wright said across the..."

April 13, 2018 Arts Feature by Elizabeth Banicki

Sex, Lies, and Katie Folger

The Austin artist on her new show, Getting in Bed With the Pizza Man

"...In the grand history of dating and hookups, there's going to be..."

May 11, 2023 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Don't Everybody Panic, but Online Sketch Troupe Backpack Picnic Has Definitely Gone What They Call 'Viral' and Is Also About to Contaminate the Alamo Drafthouse

Online sketch troupe Backpack Picnic has definitely gone viral

"...Modern life can be a tricky thing. Sometimes, in order to keep..."

May 2, 2008 Screens Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Catastrophe and the Cure

Behind the scenes of Explosions in the Sky's most challenging and personal album

"...Each member of Explosions in the Sky is branded with..."

July 1, 2011 Music Feature by Austin Powell

'Lone Star' Needs Your Love, and Is Not Afraid to Beg for It

Show creator Kyle Killen writes an open letter on his blog

"...“If somehow Rudy and Rocky had a baby it still wouldn't be as..."

Sept. 23, 2010 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

The Q&A Hole: What’s the Worst Thing About Austin, Texas?

With Jen Cash, Sam Eidson, Shannon McCormick, Matt Oztalay, and more.

"...Yes, we did say, at the start of the question, besides the traffic...."

Oct. 11, 2016 Chronolog Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Community Cast Talks About Going Digital

Season 6 promises new faces and old faves (paintball!)

"...Like what Netflix did for Arrested Development in 2013, Yahoo Screen..."

March 16, 2015 SXSW Post by Russ Espinoza

Austin’s Best Breweries of 2023, Power-Ranked

Top of the Hops VIII, baby!

"...Click here to jump straight to the brewery rankings...."

Oct. 10, 2023 Food Post by Eric Puga

Into Town

Will Austin shoppers support a Downtown farmers' market?

"...When the new Austin Farmers' Market opens this weekend in Republic Square Park,..."

May 2, 2003 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Love Is All Around

Tracking Sonny Curtis and his tall, West Texas tales

"...Tracked for three months and through as many states, following..."

Oct. 15, 2004 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Chow Downtown

Dining in the Heart of Austin

"...The Old Pecan Street Cafe has since become Shakespeare's Pub photograph by..."

Jan. 30, 1998 Food Feature

Double Down

Jon Favreau and Vince Vaughn goof around and discuss the making of Made.

"...It's still early on a Saturday morning when Jon Favreau walks into..."

July 27, 2001 Screens Feature by Sarah Hepola

These Five Last-Minute Gift Ideas Might Be the Best You’ll Ever See

Because, frankly, most other listicles like this are boring AF

"...And, no, it’s not too late for buying gifts. Because..."

Dec. 21, 2020 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

From Garden State to the Final Moments in Wish I Was Here

Zach Braff on death, Kickstarter, and his new film

"...If you look up "existential angst" in the dictionary, you might not expect to..."

July 24, 2014 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Vulcan (Video) Mind Meld

Staking out the store’s new North Loop location

"...Vulcan Video rules me once more. Late last millennium, mending..."

May 30, 2014 Screens Post by Raoul Hernandez

Crazy Sexy Cool Valentine’s Day Date Ideas

Staycations, cooking classes, and aphrodisiacs for brownie points

"...If you’re a Valentine’s Day pro, or in a long-term relationship with..."

Feb. 13, 2019 Food Post by Emily Beyda

100 Local SXSW Music Acts

A-Z list of 100 Austin acts showcasing at the Fest

"...Amplified Heat..."

March 17, 2017 Music Feature by The Music Staff

'Chronicle' Mock NFL Draft

"...I keep Patrick Rosal’s collection of frenzied-cool poetry Uprock Headspin Scramble and..."

April 25, 2008 Sports Post by Timothy Braun

Day Trips & Beyond: August Travel Updates

The latest on safe travel during the pandemic

"...The Texas Medical Association doesn’t directly address the dangers of going..."

Aug. 6, 2020 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

50+ Restaurants to Try in Downtown Austin

Want a bite close to the action? We've got you covered for any mood, group, or time of day.

"...Whether you’ve found yourself in Austin despite the big cancellations or you’re a true local,..."

March 13, 2020 Food Feature by Zelly Martin

Where in the World Is Andreas Fabis' Heart?

Austinite's new website charts bi-cultural couples worldwide

"...Is anyone from New Zealand, say, hooked up with someone from..."

Dec. 11, 2013 Screens Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Texas Book Festival Announces Full Lineup

From R.L. Stine to Reza Aslan, 225-plus converge on the Capitol

"...Texas Book Festival authors, friends, and coordinators gathered at The..."

Sept. 10, 2013 Books Post by Monica Riese

Race to Innovation

With $1,000 each and eight weeks, five teams compete to take theatre to a new level

"...In order to start a fire, you can do the normal thing with..."

Sept. 9, 2005 Arts Feature by Elizabeth Cobbe

Autumn Tale

"...Directed by: Eric Rohmer. Starring: Stéphane Darmon, Alexia Portal, Didier Sandre, Alain Libolt, Béatrice..."

Aug. 27, 1999 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Other Stars in the Galaxy

"...by Marjorie Baumgarten, Sarah Hepola, Marcel Meyer, and Jessica Reisman..."

May 21, 1999 Screens Feature

Roll 'Em

March

"...ANALYZE THIS..."

Feb. 26, 1999 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

Film Reviews

Recommended

"...RECO V15/#15 (, min.) (12/8/95)(M.B.)..."

Dec. 8, 1995 News Feature

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