Austin ISD Fields Criticisms of Plan to Replace Nonprofit

Director of Austin Voices for Education and Youth suggests a fix

"...AISD administrators recommended that the centers be taken over by a different nonprofit – Communities In Schools of Central..."

April 19, 2024 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Outside Law Firm Investigating APD Second-in-Command Over Texts

D.A. believes messages were attempt to gather dirt on his office

"...workplace discrimination) late last year, which was first reported by the Chronicle Feb. 16...."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

The Austin Chronic: Austin Documentarian Links Up With Jimmy Kimmel for Reality Series High Hopes

New Hulu show captures organic humor among dispensary misfits

"...duo Nick Prueher and Joe Pickett, who got sued by a broadcast media giant after they pranked TV morning..."

April 19, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

Theatre Review: The Baron’s Men Presents Romeo and Juliet

The Curtain Theatre’s BYOB outdoor production is a magical night out

"...ones, and even at Globe re-creations. But this version by the Baron’s Men presents the characters of Romeo and..."

April 19, 2024 Arts Feature by Cat McCarrey

The Luv Doc: An Orgasm Party

Like bringing egg salad to a family reunion at the lake in August

"...like ... you promised the sitter you’d be back by 11. [inset-1-left]..."

April 19, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc

Opinion: The Lack of Evidence Behind Austin’s HOME Initiative

There are indeed benefits to density, but affordability isn’t one of them

"...been moving to Austin, new units are often occupied by newcomers, so no chain of vacancies is sparked that..."

April 19, 2024 Column by Rich Heyman

Books, Sculpture, and Weed Lead Our Recommended Arts Events

It'd be a lot cooler if you went to one of these events this week

"...gallery. For more bookworm content, check out a talk by author Eric Heisner, a Western-loving screenwriter, actor, and filmmaker..."

April 19, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Geto Gala, Two Step Inn, and a 420 Smokeout Headline Our Crucial Concerts

From country to hip-hop to sludge metal, get some ideas for your week in live music

"...was, which was fairly country. Rustled up once more by the indomitable Julie Nolen, this year’s lineup for the..."

April 19, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Qmmunity: Short n’ Sweet

More events, less column is just what the editor ordered

"...Austin, DJ Boi Orbison, featuring a special guest set by DJ Rodeo Star – aka DwightJokeAM. Honk your tonk..."

April 19, 2024 Column by James Scott

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...DeRay Mckesson to face a financially ruinous lawsuit initiated by an unnamed police officer who was hurt by a..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature

Judge Recommends Melissa Lucio’s Death Sentence Be Overturned

Agreement between judge, D.A., defense supports her innocence

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Presidential Candidate Cornel West Hosts Music Industry Roundtable at Carver Museum

Sentimental talk invites Bill Callahan and Alphabet Workers Union

"...Nonprofit Austin Texas Musicians organized the discussion. Moderated by the organization’s Advocacy & Education Manager Sarah Hall, the..."

April 17, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Madonna Remains a Prickly Pop Disruptor at Moody Center

First of two nights drives home Madge’s four-decade ubiquity

"...that really cued the beginning of a DJ set by opener Honey Dijon. Unmoved by a recent lawsuit claiming..."

April 15, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

It's a Family Affair for the Hurleys in Strictly Confidential

How Elizabeth tried (and failed) to keep son Damian out of the film biz

"...There's a famous song by Noël Coward called "Mrs. Worthington" in which the singer..."

April 12, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Civil War

Stunning near-future drama about combat journalists

"...Directed by: Alex Garland. Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Nick Offerman, Wagner Moura,..."

April 12, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

It's Only Life After All

Moving doc about the folk musical duo Indigo Girls

"...Directed by: Alexandria Bombach. Starring: Amy Ray and Emily Saliers...."

April 12, 2024 Movie Review by Katherine McNevins

Sentimental Family Band Isn’t Hung Up on the High Times

The softie ex-art-rockers arrive at Austin’s honky-tonk revival

"...again in the tales of Austin country bands, stops by an interview being conducted on his patio. He calls..."

April 12, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Exploring the McNeil Crossing Strip Mall

Exceptional forays into Indian and Vietnamese cuisine, plus a short trip to Subway

"...play virtual golf while singing karaoke? Be served thali by a robot? Find an apartment NOW!?..."

April 12, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

The Austin Chronic: Former Ag Commissioner Candidate Susan Hays Is Building a Hempcrete House

It’s the first privately owned residence in Austin made of the eco-friendly material

"...of the organic building material, which is handmade on-site by mixing the hemp hurd (the woody inner stalk of..."

April 12, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

Qmmunity: The Tea on Trivia

As their second anniversary approaches, the minds behind Queer Trivia reflect

"...Question: What LGBTQ activity organized by the Little Gay Shop and its host Aira Juliet..."

April 12, 2024 Column by James Scott

Movies, Comedians, Theatre, and More Arts Options for the Week

Get out and get art

"...As a glasses-wearer, my vision unobstructed by assistive frames reveals a world of shapes – formless,..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Squirrel Fest, a Bidi Bidi Birthday, and More Community Events

Plan your week with some of our recommended happenings around town

"...It’s time to spin right ’round, baby, right ’round, with this two-day Sky Candy workshop. Join..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Love Wins Out

"...Won Out. If you are LGBT and were hurt by that letter please forgive me...."

April 10, 2024 Postmarks

Tom Copeland, Behind-the-Scenes Powerhouse of Texas Film, Dies

Former Texas Film Commission executive director passed last Sunday

"...the office in 1990, before being replaced in 1991 by Marlene Saritzky. This was no reflection on Copeland's work..."

April 10, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin Blues Festival Announces Set Times for Jimmie Vaughan, Brittany Howard, Robert Glasper

And warns of a ticket price increase this Friday

"...Saturday’s musical festivities kick off at 1pm with sets by Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas, the Blind Boys..."

April 9, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

No Beyoncé, Lots of Jelly Roll, and More Takeaways From the CMT Music Awards

Best and worst moments from the ceremony’s uneven Moody Center return

"...Red Solo cups were raised in memory of Toby Keith. A Phil Collins song was covered by the..."

April 8, 2024 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Driussi Winner Powers Austin FC Past San Jose Earthquakes in Seven-Goal Thriller

RECAP: ATX defeats San Jose 4-3

"...Jose Earthquakes, 4-3, in a back-and-forth thriller capped off by a 101st-minute Sebastián Driussi game winner that hit like..."

April 7, 2024 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Theatre in Motion in Overheard on a Train

All aboard Austin's Red Line for Cheerful Secrets' interactive play

"...as stress-free is possible. The performers will be met by Maag’s conductor (assisted on busy days by a deputy)..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Wicked Little Letters

Poison pen letters tear a seaside community apart in post-WWI England

"...Directed by: Thea Sharrock. Starring: Olivia Colman, Jessie Buckley, Timothy Spall,..."

April 5, 2024 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

La Chimera

Josh O’Connor is a grave robber in this dreamy Italian romance

"...Directed by: Alice Rohrwacher. Starring: Josh O’Connor, Carol Duarte, Vincenzo Nemolato,..."

April 5, 2024 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

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