Wrecking Mansions and Perfecting Accents With Abigail’s Directors

Tyler Gillett and Matt Bettinelli-Olpin take a bite out of vampires

"...moving into features with Devil's Due. They had their first smash with supernatural cult horror-action-comedy Ready or Not and..."

April 20, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Weekend Wine: Tenuta Sant’Antonio’s Monti Garbi Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore

Tastes much more expensive than its $23 price

"...Ripasso. There are a couple of reasons I always look for Tenuta Sant’Antonio’s version. First, its retail price, which..."

April 18, 2024 Food Post by Wes Marshall

VIDEO: Travis County Violating Rights by Barring Attorneys From Bail Hearings, ACLU Claims

Virtual hearings at times conducted through slots in jail cell doors

"...In many states, bail hearings look like other court proceedings, in courtrooms with lawyers in..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

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

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

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

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Madonna Remains a Prickly Pop Disruptor at Moody Center

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

"...About two hours into the first of two Austin stops on her Celebration Tour, an..."

April 15, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Legislators, NAACP, and Professors Condemn UT’s Mass Layoffs

At least 66 people have lost their jobs, and counting

"...news I'm so disappointed in this school that I'm looking into transferring. I don't feel like UT values me..."

April 11, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

Paramount Theatre Announces Star Wars, Pink Flamingos, Sin City for Summer Classics Film Series

Plus Robert Rodriguez gets his star on Congress Avenue

"...Joe Sears. However, that’s just one part of the first wave of films screening as part Austin’s longest-running retro..."

April 11, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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

Get out and get art

"...a vessel for personal narratives and internal dialogues. While first looks may reveal only color and texture, Garrido’s paintings..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Qmmunity: The Tea on Trivia

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

"...But what came before the first trivia question was uttered within Wanderlust Wine on Shady?..."

April 12, 2024 Column by James Scott

The Luv Doc: Settling

Who do you want? Mr. Wrong or Mr. Reliable?

"...makes them so scary. They’re like tattoos. They all look good on day one, but give them 30 years...."

April 12, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc

Only God Was Above Us at Vampire Weekend’s Eclipse Show

The “Cocaine Cowboys” celebrated new album at high noon

"...nine minutes later with a slew of special guests. First up, Koenig introduced Thomas Mars, whose group Phoenix he..."

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

"...“That’s Texas” in front of a backdrop meant to look like bats flying out of the Congress Avenue bridge...."

April 8, 2024 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

A Light in the Darkness

"...on the statewide appraisal district election in the article ["First-Ever Appraisal District Election Is Small Battle in GOP-Dem War..."

April 7, 2024 Postmarks

Understanding the Science Behind the Total Solar Eclipse

Front-row seat to a celestial show

"...come out. If you’re up in a high place looking down, you might see a shadow race across the..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by Robyn Ross

Soundscapes, Bat Books, and More Arts Events for the Week

Things to do when you're not staring at an interloping moon

"...her own mighty truth again.   – Richard Whittaker First Saturdays at Canopy..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Madeleine Leigh, HONK TX, and Eclipse Mania Leads Our Crucial Concerts

Find some sounds to match the celestial sights this week

"...a range of Texas-emphasis sounds. Austin reps include Good Looks, THEBROSFRESH, Jomo & the Possum Posse, Phoebe Hunt, and..."

April 5, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Austin ISD Ponders College Readiness at Area High Schools

Good examples are out there – can they be replicated?

"...Austin ISD wrapped up its look at the college readiness of the district’s high schoolers..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

How The First Omen Broke the Curse of Legacy Sequels

Arkasha Stevenson and Tim Smith on creating a horror they believe in

"...There are scenes in The First Omen that will restore your faith in studio horror...."

April 3, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Day Trips & Beyond: April Events Roundup

Plus Luther Hotel updates, Elephant Rock petition, more

"...two years in a row. And don’t forget to look for Amazin’ Walter McDonald’s amazing sandcastle in the Non-Competing..."

April 2, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

How Austin Transformed Danny Brown

The Detroit wild card on getting his shit together (and finding H-E-B)

"...the influential indie label Fool’s Gold. He had his first-ever fly-out shows on the books: a run of performances..."

March 29, 2024 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Egg Hunts, Trans Visibility, and More Community Events

Meet your fellow Austinites as these goings-on

"...Loop Pop Up Market. Saturday marks Lone Wolf Vintage’s first pop-up market of 2024 and offers an eclectic collection..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...since 1973, is going to New Jersey for the first time. To the disappointment of some Texas fans, the..."

March 29, 2024 News Feature

We Have an Issue: Everything You Need to Know About The Austin Chronicle’s Best of Austin Awards

When to vote, why to vote, and how to campaign

"...Readers Poll is divided into two parts. In the first round (March 28-April 8) – aka the nominating round..."

March 29, 2024 Column by Kimberley Jones

At Wit’s End: Bob Byington on His Dry New Comedy, Lousy Carter

“My career puzzles people, including myself”

"...Gatsby. As if that weren’t sad enough, within the first five minutes of the film, he learns he has..."

March 27, 2024 Screens Post by Shawn Badgley

Immaculate

Sydney Sweeney excels in just-OK nun horror

"...after her parish shutters due to low attendance. She’s looking for a new family in her Italian sisters, and..."

March 22, 2024 Movie Review by Alejandra Martinez

Shayda

An Iranian mother and daughter find refuge from family violence in a Melbourne women’s shelter

"...the repressive regime of the Ayatollahs. In an instant, first-time writer/director Noora Niasari establishes cultural, political, and personal history..."

March 22, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...including Texas. (Fun fact: Texan Dixie Warden was the first-ever user of Direct File, and she saved $400.) The..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature

Review: Murray’s Tavern

A great hangout, maybe not a great restaurant

"...correct, in that taverns have always been gathering places first and eating houses second. Murray’s is no exception to..."

March 22, 2024 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Visual Art Review: Stuffed Animal Rescue Foundation’s “The Still Life”

This charming exhibit rehabilitates neglected stuffies, then puts them to work creating art

"...First, you’ve got to know that there’s a Stuffed Animal..."

March 22, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

TENGGER, Bar Italia, LAIR, and More Reviews From Wednesday of SXSW

Hump day’s most memorable music fest moments

"...movements paired with slow-motion dancing – and the kid looked so natural onstage, like he was born in a..."

March 14, 2024 Music Post by Dan Gentile

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