Fusebox Facts, Sullivan’s Travels, and More Recommended Events

Some recommendations for the week ahead

"...What you first need to know about Preston Sturges is that he claims to have invented "kiss-proof" lipstick. Is..."

Jan. 24, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

An L.A. Benefit, Toni Price Tribute, and More Crucial Concerts

Recommended shows for the week ahead

"...Ted Leo and the Pharmacists..."

Jan. 24, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

SXSW 2025 Heads to The Studio With Seth Rogen

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

"...plus shorts, music videos, and XR projects announced for this year's celebration of visual creativity (March 7-15)...."

Jan. 22, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Opinion: A Vision for Alcohol Liberation This Dry January

The sober revolution can begin here in Austin

"...cancer labeling for alcoholic beverages. As outlined in the advisory where the recommendation was made, this is due to..."

Jan. 17, 2025 Column by Joe West

Trans Rights, Comedy Nights, and More Recommended Weekend Events

Arts and culture to keep you entertained

"...Forgotten histories, missed connections – there’s a distinct sense of grief..."

Jan. 17, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Woman-Run Catholic Charity Dissolves After Serving Austin for Over a Century

Running soup kitchens, covering funeral bills, these ladies showed up

"...haven’t heard about Ladies of Charity of Austin before, that’s by design. Since the end of the 19th century,..."

Jan. 10, 2025 News Feature by Amber Williams

The Austin Chronic: With Proposed Hemp Ban in Texas, Stakeholders Warn of an Industry Going Under Overnight

Senate Bill 3 would be bad business

"...Happy Clouds is one of the best all-around smoke shops in Austin:..."

Jan. 10, 2025 Column by Kevin Curtin

Volleyball, Dalí, and Feminists Rule This Week’s Recommended Events

Arts and culture for the work-week socializer

"...Pierre Argillet befriended many futurists, surrealists, and Dadaists during his time as an art..."

Jan. 10, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Texas Lege Preview: Saving Public Education

Vouchers and school funding and never the twain shall meet

"...Isn’t it great that public education is getting the attention..."

Jan. 10, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Katie Folger Shares a New Year’s Stage With Amy Schumer

Behind the Austin actress’ unexpected support slot in NOLA

"...“Carpe diem” may seem like a hackneyed aphorism. Well, it wasn't quite the day that Austin actress..."

Jan. 8, 2025 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Grand Design: Brady Corbet on The Brutalist

Writer/director on the foundations of the architectural drama

"...It’s often said that art should be judged by its ability to cause..."

Jan. 7, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Dungeons & Dragons, Trivia, Comics, and More Recommended Events

It's a new year! Why not try some new things?

"...So everyone knows that scene, right? With Isabelle Adjani in a dress, carrying..."

Jan. 3, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Waterloo Records Owner John Kunz Saves His 42-Year-Old Baby – By Selling It

With new partners in tow, the pioneering record store moves up Lamar

"...entered turnaround. For owner John Kunz, the five-year odyssey that followed caps a lifetime of selling dreams to Austin..."

Jan. 3, 2025 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Solo Shoegazer Dottie Makes Free Week Debut

Saturday Mohawk set alongside Ringo Deathstarr and Fawn caps off the project’s successful 2024

"...Casual listeners of local shoegazer Dottie might be surprised by the..."

Jan. 3, 2025 Music Feature by Genevieve Wood

Crucial Concerts for the Week Ahead

The Point, Wild Heaven, Chris Acker, and more

"...Witches Exist..."

Jan. 3, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Greet the New Year on a First Day Hike

From black light scavenger hunts to sunrise saunters, there’s a hike for every walk of life

"...to get people out to the parks during wintertime. That’s why on January 1, 1992, the park supervisor offered..."

Dec. 27, 2024 Arts Feature by Amber Williams

Make It a Mocktail Party

Tips for a booze-free celebration

"...and Funky after becoming sober in 2015, with the mission to show non-drinkers they can still enjoy vibrant, exciting..."

Dec. 27, 2024 Food Feature by Ren Leija

Sorry, Y’all: There’s Only One Way to Prevent a Hangover

And you’re probably not going to like it

"...strikes midnight, you toast to new beginnings, but by sunrise, it’s all headaches, nausea, and a foggy memory. Looking..."

Dec. 27, 2024 Food Feature by Amaya Austin

New Year's Adjacent Events for the Week Ahead

Crafts, comedy, and more

"...Austin gets a real treat in this special visit from Nico Santos, a Philippines-to-Bay Area transplant..."

Dec. 27, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Texas’ Hemp Industry Wants Smarter Regulation. Dan Patrick Wants to Nuke It.

Lieutenant governor pushes to ban all THC

"...I’m at some gas station gazing into a display case of weird loophole-weed products: random prerolls of unknown..."

Dec. 27, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...a donor to Greg Abbott. Fertitta also hosted a fundraiser for Trump at his Post Oak Hotel in Houston..."

Dec. 27, 2024 News Feature

Texas Coach Steve Sarkisian Should Start the Arch Manning Era Now

He’s the roster’s best chance to win at QB against Clemson

"...start with a simple fact of life. Arch Manning is a better quarterback today than his Texas Longhorns teammate,..."

Dec. 20, 2024 Sports Feature by Eric Goodman

Uncle Lucius, Norman BA$E, and More Holiday-Adjacent Live Shows

Crucial concerts for the week to keep you out and about

"...exception. Celebrate at the East Sixth staple with Minor Mishap Marching Band’s festive horn line, resident drag ensemble Vixens..."

Dec. 20, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Little Women, Big Games, and More Recommended Weekend Events

Get in the spirit with these arts and cultural happenings

"...Let’s not pit women against each other; we have room in..."

Dec. 20, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Know Your Rights: This week, much national news centered on deportation plans. Immigrant..."

Dec. 20, 2024 News Feature

The End

End times musical doesn't go far enough

"...It’s undeniable that Joshua Oppenheimer is a director of ambition: not of..."

Dec. 13, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

The Austin Chronicle’s Top 10 Films of 2024

Critics’ lists and more thoughts on the year in film

"...The Austin Chronicle’s top films of the year, listed alphabetically, are the combined effort of Kimberley Jones, Richard..."

Dec. 13, 2024 Screens Feature by Kimberley Jones

Xmas Bazaars, Xmas Movies, Xbox Parties, and More Recommended Events

Get your weekdays planned out

"...Armadillo Christmas Bazaar..."

Dec. 13, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Restaurant Review: High Style and Huge Flavor at OKO

Filipino restaurant makes for a great Austin date night

"...OKO’s kitchen is led by Harold Villarosa, a chef born in the..."

Dec. 13, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

Day Trips: Top 10 Small-Town Restaurants

Ten homey restaurants to visit on the road in 2025

"...Top 10 small-town eateries – some old favorites, others discoveries for 2024...."

Dec. 13, 2024 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

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