Movies, Theatre, Trivia, and More Recommended Events for the Week

Art and culture abound

"...Bee Cave tax proposition to the Lake Travis ISD Board of Trustees election to a race for Triada County..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Texas DOGE Committee Looks to Form $88M State Cybersecurity Agency

Cyber Command would dramatically expand spending on cybersecurity

"...first five years, according to the state’s Legislative Budget Board...."

March 28, 2025 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Crucial Concerts to Enjoy as SXSW Wanes

Embrace the anarchy or wait for the masses to depart

"...to push for $750 and a badge across the board. This free showcase features Fashion Club, Magdalene, Nara’s Room,..."

March 14, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Medics at Hays County’s Private, Unionized EMS Service Fear for Agency’s Future

One government client has moved on, another appears ready to

"...ESD 1 Chief Bob Luddy said that the district’s board voted to cancel their contract with SMHCEMS because they..."

Feb. 28, 2025 News Post by Austin Sanders

Valentine's and Beyond With This Weekend's Recommended Events

From dark stories to romantic dance

"...away from your opportunity to gain information at the board of trustees’ monthly meetings, no matter how long they..."

Feb. 14, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Theatre Review: Penfold Theatre’s It’s a Wonderful Life

The hopes and fears of George Bailey’s years, unpacked in a single night

"...the president of the Bailey Bros. Building & Loan board and a lurching bar bouncer. Robert Faires transforms from..."

Dec. 20, 2024 Arts Feature by Cat McCarrey

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...has broken out among Texas Republicans. Staunch Republican Reps. David Cook and Dustin Burrows are both claiming to have..."

Dec. 20, 2024 News Feature

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...year where the map is bright red across the board,” she said, before the House was called for Republicans...."

Nov. 15, 2024 News Feature

In Round Rock, Vandals Target Candidate Signs

Round Rock ISD continues to look out for far-right candidates

"...This year’s Round Rock ISD board election isn’t nearly as nutty as the last one...."

Nov. 1, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

In Politics to Win, Again and Again

Introducing the passionate people who get our local politicians elected

"...Two kinds of people work political campaigns, David Butts told us. There are those hitching a ride..."

Sept. 13, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Austin Horror Film Festival Announces First Titles

Local filmmakers, familiar faces at celebration of screams

"...Pascetta In 1966, a girl group consulted a spirit board in order to find the perfect band name. They..."

Sept. 5, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

In Austin’s Most Conservative District, Will the City’s Sole Republican Council Member Keep Her Seat?

Dem challenger hopeful Kamala Harris momentum will turn tide

"...campaigned in support of a slate of Democratic-leaning school board candidates in Round Rock (also nonpartisan races that are..."

Sept. 6, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

The Newbie’s Guide to Green Spaces in Austin

Discover these iconic parks and outdoor spaces

"...visitors are welcome to enjoy the cool water, diving board, and grassy lounge area...."

Aug. 30, 2024 Chronolog Post by Jasmine Iman Wright

Will Voters Agree to Max Out School Property Taxes Amid Budget Crisis?

Austin ISD asks residents to support a property tax increase

"...Yep, it happened – Austin ISD’s board of trustees signed off on the long-discussed voter approval..."

Aug. 23, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Thelma, Louise, Musketeers, and More Queer Films Headline Our Week in Events

Get your weekdays squared away

"...immortal vampire power couple Miriam (Catherine Deneuve) and John (David Bowie) through the New York club scene, until John..."

Aug. 16, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Infinite Possibilities in Eno, the Generative Documentary

Director Gary Hustwit lets his biography of Brian Eno make itself

"...rattle through the list of bands he produced, from David Bowie to Laurie Anderson to U2 to Sinéad O’Connor,..."

July 17, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin ISD Budget Shortfall Could Put School Closures on the Table

Desperate times may lead to desperate measures

"...had ballooned from $60 million to $89 million, school board Trustee Candace Hunter broached a nearly forbidden topic. She..."

June 7, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Inside the Small Presses Driving Austin’s Literary Scene

Meet the local small presses committed to publishing diverse literature

"...With UT-Austin Michener Center alum Claire Bowman on board as senior editor, Host officially relaunched in 2018 by..."

May 31, 2024 Arts Feature by Carys Anderson

How Texas’ School Funding Scheme Contributed to Austin ISD’s Massive Budget Shortfall

Recapture is just one puzzle piece

"...noticing after three and a half years on this board is that many of the crises that we live..."

May 24, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Austin ISD Budget Woes Take a Turn for the Worse

Hard decisions will have to be made, officials say

"...Eduardo Ramos explained to the trustees at their recent board meeting. First, his office had predicted a 14% growth..."

May 17, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

More Details Emerge on Proposed Tax Rate Increase

Will Austin ISD suggest an increase? Will voters approve?

"...Listening to the discussions of Austin ISD’s board of trustees at a meeting three weeks ago, it..."

May 3, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

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

Get out and get art

"...Bigfoots, is getting a coast-to-coast opening weekend. While writer/director David Zellner hosts Q&As in Los Angeles and star Jesse..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Not Enough Austin ISD Seniors Are Ready for College, Per Recent Test Scores

Credentials post-high school are crucial to make a living

"...There’s a disturbing statistic the Austin ISD Board of Trustees is all too aware of. Research shows..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

South by Southwest Film & TV Festival Announces Audience Awards

Audience and jury love Bob Trevino Likes It

"...overlooked legend Roberto Clemente (produced by Austin Film Society board member Mike Blizzard) hit a home run in the..."

March 18, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

The Ties That Bind in Things Will Be Different

Michael Felker’s temporal noir is all about friends and family

"...made by bother and sister bank robbers Joseph (Adam David Thompson) and Sidney (Riley Dandy), who hole up after..."

March 8, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Falling for The Fall Guy and the Joy of Practical Stunts

Powerhouse moviemaking couple David Leitch and Kelly McCormick team up with Ryan Gosling

"...of the screen. For the husband-and-wife duo of director David Leitch (John Wick, Bullet Train) and producer Kelly McCormick..."

March 8, 2024 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

South By Memories

Austin filmmakers recall some of their most memorable moments at the hometown festival

"...at Moody College of Communication, rushed me to St. David’s, where I was not able to even speak or..."

March 8, 2024 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Let Them Have Beds: The University of Texas Board of Regents this week greenlighted negotiation on agreements to..."

March 1, 2024 News Feature

Controversial $1M+ McKinsey Homelessness Study Canceled

Mayor doesn’t “believe anyone has been misled”

"...Integral Care Chief Operating Officer Dawn Handley wrote to David Gray, the city’s newly appointed homeless strategy officer, to..."

Feb. 23, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

March 2024 Primary Election Endorsements for Travis County Residents

Our choices for local, state, and national races

"...The Chronicle Editorial Board provides the following endorsements to Democrats in advance of..."

Feb. 16, 2024 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

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