Run Away With the Jigglewatts' Circus

First Austin show in two months highlights a darker side

"...Who doesn't love the circus? The nighttime glamour, the hint of danger under..."

Sept. 18, 2015 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Brighten Your New Year With the Jigglewatts

Austin's premier burlesque troupe says a lively goodbye to 2013

"...For most of us, it's candy and stuffing. For the Jigglewatts, each holiday another reason to break out the..."

Dec. 27, 2013 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

The 'Tease That Binds

The Texas Burlesque Festival builds community among those who are hip to the strip

"...a hook – that little something unique that snags the audience. It can be a shake or a shimmy..."

April 15, 2011 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

Farewell For Now to The Highball

A personal look back at the sweetest gin joint on South Lamar

"...So The Highball has closed and shut up I just have..."

Nov. 21, 2012 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Burlesque the Vote: Because Nekkid is Non-Partisan

Presidential debates and pasties (just not at the same time)

"...about a presidential debate watch party with burlesque as the big cherry on top...."

Oct. 3, 2012 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Where the Girls Go/ATX: Tassels Addition

Where the grrrls will be this April weekend

"...This weekend Austin plays host to the Texas Burlesque Festival. And where there's glitter, tassels, and..."

April 11, 2014 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff

Avant Glam Breaks Out the Mistletoe

What's Christmas without a little unwrapping?

"...her long-time partner-in-grind Roxie Moxie have decided to celebrate the holiday season the only way they know how: With..."

Dec. 21, 2013 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Gettin' Hot Under the Collar

Hotter Than Hell Burlesque revs up I-35

"...There's a hot wind blowing in from the North this..."

July 24, 2015 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

The Gay Place: SO MUCH BOUNCE PER OUNCE

Express yourself and ya booty with so much bounce, it'll make ya flounce

"...Austin's gay chamber – high up in one of the few top-floor bars in town. Bring your cards, your..."

July 20, 2012 Column

Even the Undead Gotta Dance, Gotta Sing

John McLean's labor of love, Z: A Zombie Musical

"...front: John McLean is not a big fan of the undead. Ooky, slimy zombies screaming for brains do not..."

June 13, 2008 Screens Feature by Joe O'Connell

Pasties and Pleasure at the Marchesa

Texas Burlesque Festival returns this weekend

"...Get the big underwear hamper out: The Texas Burlesque Festival returns..."

April 11, 2012 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

The Good Eye: V Is for Vulnerability

There ain't nothin' hurly or burly about these ladies

"...bulls-eyes, those tiny boob yarmulkes of burlesque? Is it their magical, seemingly contradictory ability both to reveal and conceal..."

May 23, 2014 Column by Amy Gentry

Swapping Sparkle for Spandex

Jigglewatts go back to the '80s

"...leg warmers and "Frankie Says" shirts. As part of their regular residency, the Jigglewatts will be taking a trip..."

July 27, 2010 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

A Bit of Bettie, A Little Storm

An Austin tribute to the queens of burlesque at the Alamo Lake Creek

"...The starlets of the Austin burlesque scene will be donning..."

Jan. 15, 2010 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Star of Texas Tattoo Art Revival Returns to Austin for Year 16

The ink and creativity flow this weekend, Jan. 26-28

"...Whether you're trying to finish that arm sleeve with a..."

Jan. 22, 2018 Chron Events Post

Something Sassy for Christmas

Avant Glam Cabaret says Hello Holiday!

"...So the weather outside may not be so frightful. But it's..."

Dec. 23, 2015 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Hollywood, Motherhood, and a Dash of Glamour

Two burlesque shows, two very different concepts

"...DeLure are two busy ladies. As a cofounder of the Jigglewatts Burlesque, Joule balances their Maggie Mae's residency with..."

Nov. 15, 2014 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Burlesque With an Independent Streak

Texas Burlesque Festival at 501 Studios this weekend

"...It's a well-kept secret to those in the know that Austin is one of the best towns..."

April 21, 2010 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Art Against Cancer

The Art Bra project turns a calendar into a really thoughtful gift

"...still looking for that last minute (or belated) gift, the Art Bra Calendar 2010 could provide that double whammy...."

Dec. 22, 2009 Design Post by Richard Whittaker

Event Menu

Any excuse for a party

"...(515 S. Congress, 462-3512, www.freebirds.com) joins nonprofit Music for the City to present weekly benefit performances on its patio...."

Oct. 15, 2010 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Freakshow-a-Go-Go

Austin Drag Collective goes beyond drag in this eclectic spectacle of performance

"...In retro parlance, drag is about divas. For the Austin Drag Collective – which is hosting Austin's first..."

May 29, 2009 Arts Feature by Cindy Widner

Gay Place

Gay Place friends share their vices

"...a good vice – a little somethin' to take the edge off, a little chaos to get lost in...."

Jan. 6, 2017 Column by Sarah Marloff

Gay Place

Nuts: not just for trucks

"...WANT THEM?..."

Nov. 18, 2011 Column by Kate X Messer

Moving Violation

Classic sexploitation films shake things up at the Alamo

"...been suffering some kind of mass fainting spell from the tide of sex, perversion, and violence that was twisting..."

Oct. 7, 2011 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Zombie Ball 2012

October 27, 2012. 30 Photos

"...Photos taken on the black carpet and behind the scenes at the Zombie..."

Oct. 29, 2012 Photo Gallery

Halloween Events

Don't be scared, boo; it's good to have options

"...At the Fall Creek Vineyards (www.fcv.com) Saturday Spook-tacular, enjoy a tasting..."

Oct. 24, 2011 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

SX Day One

A few brief snaps from the first day of the festival

"...As SXSW attendees bring their first day to an end, and ponder another week..."

March 13, 2010 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Gamecocks and Fan Dances

Ex-video game CEO comes to the rescue of Burlesque for Peace

"...There's a skittering fear amongst charity campaigns and non-profits: Between..."

Feb. 18, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Listing Description Does a Disservice to Art

"...To the editor, The Chronicle has always been an excellent source..."

Aug. 26, 2008 Postmarks

Gay Place

Seriously, who doesn't love Halloween?

"...that extends through Tuesday. It seems only fitting that the queens behind Die Felicia both celebrate birthdays in October,..."

Oct. 27, 2017 Column by Sarah Marloff

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