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"...of programs initially cut were able to regain funding, but if they hadn’t, the overall loss to UT would..."

May 23, 2025 News Feature

Squirrels, Girls, and Other Pearls in This Weekend’s Recommended Events

Acro-Cats, Earth Day, and all manner of arts and culture happenings

"...through the window at the lives performed in a strange, beautiful, and familiar apartment block.   – Richard Whittaker..."

April 11, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

35 Recommended SXSW Music Acts

From rock to new age to Irish traditional, these are the incoming artists to see

"...be enough to convince you of every name’s merits, but all festival veterans know – there’s just too much..."

March 7, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, February 28 - March 6

"...19): Aries author Anne Lamott articulated a thought that’s perfect for you to hear right now: “Almost everything will..."

Feb. 28, 2025 Column by Rob Brezsny

The Chronicle Guide to the Marvel Cinematic Universe

As Captain America enters a Brave New World, every MCU film reviewed

"...The Marvel Cinematic Universe has lost its greatest heroes, but there's still some avenging to be done. Now Captain..."

Feb. 14, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Luv Doc: Inviting the Uninviting

A dinner party disaster waiting to happen

"...friends and have had a lot of fun together, but her constant jealousy is really straining our relationship. For..."

Jan. 31, 2025 Column by The Luv Doc

SXSW 2025 Heads to The Studio With Seth Rogen

New films from Ben Affleck, Nicole Kidman, Nic Cage added to fest

"...with the added complication of the return of his estranged brother, Brax (The Punisher's Jon Bernthal)...."

Jan. 22, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Trans Rights, Comedy Nights, and More Recommended Weekend Events

Arts and culture to keep you entertained

"...to regenerate again and again to destroy their lives. But Tomie isn’t just a character: She’s an elemental force,..."

Jan. 17, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Grand Design: Brady Corbet on The Brutalist

Writer/director on the foundations of the architectural drama

"...in postwar America, Corbet knew that she was the perfect choice, as shown on her work on films like..."

Jan. 7, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin Studio Tour, Mighty Texas Dog Walk, and More Recommended Events

Things to keep you busy this weekend

"...dating your mom. Yet within their script-ology exists a strange screener written even before their Spielberg-directed flop 1941. Revamped..."

Nov. 15, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Memoir of a Snail

Australian stop-motion drama will draw you out of your shell

"...safest city in Australia) that is mucky and run-down but stuffed with details and little gags. But take the..."

Nov. 1, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Halloween Events for Kids, Adults, and All-Around Freaks

It's time to get scared or spooked or possibly amused

"...be, local family hot spot the Bullock provides a perfect spot for mildly frightening fun. With activities like STEM..."

Oct. 25, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Oddities, Psychos, Unprofessionals, and More Weekday Events

Get out and get weird

"...genre, even David calls this movie “Kramer vs. Kramer but more realistic.” Here’s the gist: Mom has emotional problems,..."

Oct. 18, 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

"...hope chest as not so much jewelry and baubles but practical tools. Many of these objects include molds cast..."

Oct. 4, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Restaurant Review: Just Tasty Dumplings at Dumpling World

No frills or thrills at this casual Triangle spot

"...Fung in Seattle and Mekong Palace in Mesa, Arizona). But sometimes we don’t want all the other stuff that..."

Oct. 4, 2024 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Fantastic Fest Review: Memoir of a Snail

Australian stop-motion drama will draw you out of your shell

"...safest city in Australia) that is mucky and run-down but stuffed with details and little gags. But take the..."

Sept. 21, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin Horror Film Festival Announces First Titles

Local filmmakers, familiar faces at celebration of screams

"...As with all good Austin film festivals, the debut AHFF has unearthed terrifyingly great new films from the..."

Sept. 5, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Find Creativity, Karaoke, and Even a Casket in This Week’s Recommended Events

Art and death become you

"...cook sliding around the grill on a pat of butter, Miss Piggy chasing a purse-snatcher through Central Park on..."

Aug. 23, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Fantastic Fest Announces 2024 Lineup

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

"...Fest, the Alamo Drafthouse’s celebration of the best of strange and wonderful cinema running Sept. 19-26, has announced its..."

Aug. 15, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Art in Motion, Pride Kickoff, and More Weekday Recommendations

Arts and more to keep you busy

"...space being used. Space that was not always ours, but taken. The Blanton’s latest exhibit tackles that question, but..."

Aug. 2, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Rehabilitative Power of Art in Sing Sing

Oscar nominee Colman Domingo teams with Austin filmmaker Greg Kwedar in a story of transformation behind prison walls

"...Kwedar’s first movie also looked at the legal system, but from the other side of the process, as dusty..."

Aug. 2, 2024 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Keep Yourself Cool at These Austin Bars With Pools

Dip your toe in one of these watering holes

"...Strange new biological phenomenon to watch out for: When hot..."

July 26, 2024 Food Feature by James Scott

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

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

"...botany, and one’s place in the world. What a perfect chance to glimpse the universal adolescent struggle.   –..."

July 26, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Pool Parties, Pride Picnics, and Other Events Worth Braving the Heat

Get good and sweaty

"...performers, screenings of queer films Changing the Game and But I’m a Cheerleader, Pride button making, a "Hoppy Hour"..."

June 28, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, June 28 - July 4

"...chapter of your life story. Wow! That sounds dramatic. But it’s quite factual. Here’s the kicker: You’re now in..."

June 28, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

Austin Elders: Meet Stan Brooks, the 102-Year-Old World War II Vet Who’s Lived to Serve

He remembers Barton Springs before the cement

"...(neighbors could listen in) and ate mostly chicken dinners, but sometimes also squirrel and rabbit...."

June 28, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, June 21-27

"...value in getting lost. Unexpected discoveries might arrive that contribute to the creative process. But that will only happen..."

June 21, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

Party People, Zines, Sharks, and More Events for the Week Ahead

Don't wait for the weekend!

"...a special screening and Q&A about his festival-favorite feature debut. Based on Fugitive Pieces, the play by Caridad Svich..."

June 7, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Restaurant Review: Poeta

All-day Italian cafe brings the romance

"...black-fringed lampshades, and the semi-private room with heavy curtains perfect for doing business in hushed tones. All it needs..."

April 26, 2024 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Emulating the Eighties in Dead Mail

Kyle McConaghy and Joe DeBoer synthesize tragic horror for SXSW

"...Fleck), who has dedicated his life to creating the perfect musical synthesizer. Then there are the employees at a..."

March 8, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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