The Surrender

A grieving family messes with magick to bring back a loved one

"...study drenched in the smoke and candlelight of ancient traditions that predate denominations. As the unnamed magus, Sandiland (News..."

May 16, 2025 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Getting Weird on the Back Nine With Austin Comedy The Salamander King

Director Austin Nichols takes his ATX golf comedy to Dallas

"...Hancock nine may be the oldest public course in Texas, it’s also been dubbed the worst course in the..."

April 24, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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

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

"...no surprise Austin Rainbow Theatre sashayed onto the Central Texas scene in 2021. This Friday, April 11, they kick..."

April 11, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Restaurant Review: Teddy’s in Rosedale

Texan-themed spot near UT seems designed for picky-parent visits

"...Decor-wise, Teddy’s leans into the “Texas” idea with its full weight, and while certain elements..."

April 4, 2025 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

How Texas Soccer Stakeholders Are Bracing for 2026 World Cup

And how Texas clubs are hoping to welcome new fans to the fold

"...The question was put through a Texas lens Sunday at SXSW during the panel discussion From..."

March 10, 2025 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

We Give Two Thumbs Up to These Weekend Events

Arty and culture-y things to get up to

"...Lobby, the first woman to graduate from MIT, the Texas Rose Festival, Hansel and Gretel, and methods of execution?..."

Jan. 31, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Theatre Review: Come From Away

Traveling musical examines the wake of tragedy with hopeful optimism

"...other. The real Diane and Nick live here in Texas, and conducted a talkback with fellow passenger Kevin Tuerff..."

Jan. 10, 2025 Arts Feature by Cat McCarrey

First Look: Black Gold

Mems Davila brings elevated South Texas barbecue to North Austin

"...Davila first moved to Austin from Edinburg, Texas after graduating high school. “I came up here in..."

Dec. 4, 2024 Food Post by Haris Qureshi

Day Trips & Beyond: December Events Roundup

Find a December adventure

"...numerous poetry awards and was the poet laureate of Texas from 1947-1949. The family still owns the house and..."

Nov. 29, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

The Right-Wingification of UT

Texas targets liberal enemies within one of the top U.S. schools

"...before an audience of 50 at the University of Texas in a dark suit, with a trimmed beard, appearing..."

Nov. 22, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Michelin Guide Delivers Stars to Austin Restaurants

Craft Omakase, Barley Swine among one-star awardees

"...Guide announced the awardees for its first-ever guide to Texas. While no restaurants were awarded two or three stars..."

Nov. 12, 2024 Food Post by Kimberley Jones

Day Trips & Beyond: November Events Roundup

Baby Buc-ee's, a bonfire ban, and bluebonnet planting top our fall news

"...of snacks, and squeaky-clean restrooms, has come to West Texas. But this Buc-ee’s Travel Center has none of that...."

Nov. 1, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

First Look: Serenade

A French brasserie gets a very Texan makeover at the W Austin

"...Serenade team uses their menu to merge classic European traditions with influences and ingredients that are distinctly Texan. “Texas..."

Oct. 30, 2024 Food Post by Taylor Tobin

At McDade’s Rising Sun Vineyard, Grapes Are Growing and Vino Is Flowing

You’ll feel right at home at this family-owned operation in Bastrop County

"...A new-to-Texas pal recently lamented a lack of homegrown Lone Star..."

Oct. 18, 2024 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Turkey Day Drama, a Red Hot Patriot, and Scares for the Season in Our Recommended Events

I scream, you scream, we all scream for the weekend!

"...the Austin scene, Kate Benson’s stageplay salute to Thanksgiving traditions concerns one specific family, the Wemblys. Filtered through a..."

Oct. 11, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Inside the Eastside Family Funeral Home Running Since Jim Crow

The Villaseñor family: A life’s work in death

"...families during their time of need and continuing Hispanic traditions...."

Oct. 11, 2024 Features Feature by Neha Kondaveeti

Jubilant Dance, MedFest, and More Weekend Recommendations

Find the right fit for your going-out vibe

"...Cultural Center, La Peña in collaboration with the South Texas Human Rights Center, and MAS Cultura to create altares..."

Sept. 27, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Culture, Arts, and More Recommended Weekend Events

Don't let the heat get you down

"...and Javier Ungo interview two trans wordsmiths who call Texas home: KB Brookins and SG Huerta. Catch this convo..."

Aug. 16, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Parker Woodland, Good Looks, and More Crucial Concerts

Album releases, artist departures, and more recommended shows

"...checking in with the Chronicle during the pandemic. Snyder, Texas, journeywoman to UNT for ethnomusicology and now veteran ATX..."

June 7, 2024 Music Feature by Cy White

A CelebrASIA, Taste of Mexico, and Lesbian Wedding Highlight Our Community Events

Fests, gatherings, classes, and more

"...This ain’t Texas – oh, wait! This is Texas, and this is..."

May 17, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Sketchfest, Shakespeare, and More Arts Events to Fill Your Week

Things are gonna get cheeky, queer, and local

"...the soul-crushing. So, you know, our world. Building on traditions from contemporary artists to Harlem Renaissance masters, Guzman’s blocky..."

May 17, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Texas Performing Arts Crosses Media for 2024-25 Season

Works by David Byrne, Conspirare, Twyla Tharp, and more

"...both world class and very much amateur – as Texas Performing Arts has announced its 2024-25 season...."

May 14, 2024 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Immaculate

Sydney Sweeney excels in just-OK nun horror

"...but unsettling. It’s full of romantic architecture and centuries-old traditions, but sinister secrets as well. When she finds herself..."

March 22, 2024 Movie Review by Alejandra Martinez

Relays, Rides, and Rasslin' Headline This Week's Community Events

Recommended happenings around town

"...fest for families predicated on introducing South Asian storytelling traditions to a wider audience. Kiddos and grownups can learn..."

March 22, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Lineups Revealed for Rancho Alegre, CMT Awards, Float Fest

Festivals log notable location changes, too

"...at 5pm Friday, where CruzSante, Conjunto Los Pinkys, Los Texas Wranglers, and headliners Los Enmascarados perform, while Saturday and..."

March 19, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Austin FC, Philadelphia Union Share an Unlikely Bond

The fans were there, even before MLS was

"...By the time Babetski moved to Central Texas in 2013, he had become a full-on MLS junkie...."

March 15, 2024 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

SXSW Film & TV Festival Announces Jury & Special Awards

Bob Trevino Likes It, Grand Theft Hamlet win top prizes

"...Awards were also bestowed, including the SXSW Best of Texas Award, the Kickstarter NextGen Award, and the Janet Pierson..."

March 14, 2024 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

SXSW Film Review: Immaculate

Nun horror delivers decent scares, but gets in its own way

"...but unsettling. It’s full of romantic architecture and centuries-old traditions, but sinister secrets as well. When she finds herself..."

March 13, 2024 Screens Post by Alejandra Martinez

The Monstrous Bonds of Sasquatch Sunset

The Zellner bros. find actions speak louder than words in their cryptid family drama

"...brothers owned the domain rights to skunkape.com, named after Texas’ own fuzzy beast. “We thought we were sitting on..."

March 8, 2024 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

St. Edward’s Students Protest After School Removes Pride Flag From Coffee Shop

“Bring back the flag,” they chanted

"...respect the many identities, cultural backgrounds, nationalities and faith traditions within our community and to not elevate one over..."

Feb. 28, 2024 News Post by Naina Srivastava

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