Visual Arts Review: “Transcendence: A Century of Black Queer Ecstasy, 1924-2024”

Highlighting a subject usually depicted in pain, UT exhibit reverberates joy

"...He asks, what about Black ecstasy? What about Black queer ecstasy? [inset-1-right]..."

Jan. 31, 2025 Arts Feature by Cat McCarrey

The Mahogany Project Makes Space for Queer People of Color

The latest performance by the theatre collective embraces joy

"...that continually berates you, calls you fag, sissy, punk, queer ... but we do." Some audience members shift in..."

Aug. 3, 2018 Arts Feature by Trey Gutierrez

Texas Performing Arts and Fusebox Make Space to Create

The two organizations partner on a residency program to support Austin artists making adventurous new work

"...The "someone" was Texas Performing Arts and Fusebox Festival working in partnership, and their benevolence..."

Sept. 4, 2020 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

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

Get out and get art

"...in Mexico, you frequently encounter changarritos – portable food carts or tienditas run by hardworking entrepreneurs. The carts usually..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Big Gay Musical Brings Queer Comedy to Austin

You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. You’ll leave dusted in glitter.

"...up your Saturday? Something with music and glitter and queers? Then you’re in luck, because a big gay musical..."

July 11, 2018 Qmmunity Post by Courtney Naquin

Qmmunity: A Decade of Austin’s Queer History

Plus Iron Bear says farewell to Eighth Street and Joterias returns!

"...the last month, I, along with many a fellow queer journalist, have touched on the many rises and falls..."

Jan. 3, 2020 Column by Sarah Marloff

The Queer Curator

Getting to know the Blanton's talented curator, Evan Garza

"...the Boston Art Commission for distinguished service in the arts...."

April 11, 2016 Qmmunity Post by Dan Gray

Qmmunity: Andie Flores and Sam Mayer’s 3 Scenes From Queer Utopia

Taking the stage in a cage

"...Confronting the self has been a staple of local queer artists Andie Flores and Sam Mayer’s individual work –..."

Nov. 15, 2024 Column by James Scott

A Boner Bizarre, Improvised Love Stories, and More Arts Events

Get some culture and love this week

"...Up Charlies on Friday, Feb. 16.  – James Scott Queer Film Theory: Rom-Coms..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Austin Gay Men’s Chorus Sings for Gen Z and Queer Community

Concert looks to keep Austin young and queer’d

"...Both queer adults and youth in Gen Z face unique issues..."

May 12, 2022 Qmmunity Post by James Scott

Queer Transmedia Fest OUTsider Honors Julie Tolentino With Legacy Award

Entering its second decade of existence / resistance, the fest gives the longtime HIV / AIDS artist / activist their flowers

"...“pride” is dismal enough to depress any politically conscious queer, as cops march alongside mega-banks at corporate-sponsored parades, and..."

Feb. 14, 2025 Arts Feature by Genevieve Wood

Qmmunity: 2020 Hopefuls Tackle Queer Rights Convo

Gender Unbound, AIDS Walk with Big Freedia, Butch Queen, and more

"...and Joe Biden will be there. So why a queer-centric conversation? According to GLAAD, one of several media partners..."

Sept. 20, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

Three Queer Comedians To See at Fallout Theater’s Anniversary

LOL with Arielle Isaac Norman, Jess Lonnett, and Angelina Martin

"...not that straight people aren’t funny. We just think queers are funnier. Sure, we might be a little biased,..."

Jan. 24, 2019 Qmmunity Post by Lilli Hime

Queer, Quick, and Dirty Gift Guide

Great stuff that makes us feel good

"...giftspo? Gay Place has you – and the deserving queers in your life – covered...."

Dec. 7, 2017 Qmmunity Post by Beth Sullivan

Gay Place: Texas Is a Queer State of Mind

UT goes balls-out on Queer State(s)

"...The catalog for the balls-out exhibit of queer expression currently up at UT's Visual Art Center delicately..."

Sept. 23, 2011 Column by Kate X Messer

Qmmunity: Embrace Austin Seeks to Build Bridges Between Queer People and Queer Initiatives

Qmmunity members organize to launch new LGBTQIA coalition

"...was founded with the mission to build bridges between queer people and queer initiatives, and boost Austin's queer economy,..."

Jan. 22, 2021 Column by Beth Sullivan

Qmmunity: 2020's Biggest Queer and Trans Stories

Looking back on a rollercoaster of a year

"...celebrate the wins that made that year a better, queerer place: more inclusive, more radical, and sometimes, more fabulous...."

Dec. 18, 2020 Column by Beth Sullivan

Culture, Arts, and More Recommended Weekend Events

Don't let the heat get you down

"...Queertowne Live!..."

Aug. 16, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

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

Get your weekdays squared away

"...Queer Film Theory 101: Footloose..."

Aug. 16, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Queer Eye’s Karamo Brown Brings His Children’s Book To Austin

Father and son mantra creates empowering, inclusive story

"...Netflix’s Queer Eye-con Karamo Brown and his 22-year-old son Jason “Rachel”..."

Nov. 5, 2019 Qmmunity Post by A. Micah Mills

Qmmunity: The Queer Adoration of Robyn

Plus Halloween-inspired drag and QTAPI storytelling

"...set left me giddy, voiceless, and ever- committed to a queer dance party. It also left me, not for the..."

Oct. 18, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

Bloody Brides, Creepy Cats, and More Arts Events for the Week

Valentine's (and anti-Valentine) fun, soundtracking a rock, etc.

"...wilting H-E-B bouquets, and no more pink bears holding hearts! This Valentine’s season, the Bat City Bombshells stick it..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Gay Place's Top 10 Queer Doin's 2007

All the doors that opened from the closet to the men's room

"...and Pride Build 2007, the hard work and big hearts of an Austin gay community that came together to..."

Jan. 4, 2008 Features Feature by Kate Getty

In Dark Corners and Bright Spaces, Beth Schindler Captures Queer Joy & Community

Austin Dyke March organizer opens first solo photography show

"...For queers in Texas, there’s something magical – sacred, even –..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Arts Feature by Genevieve Wood

Spider Sculptures, Gore Feasts, and More Arts Events

Feed your art habit with these recommended events for the week

"...Queer Film Theory 101: Road Trips..."

March 22, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

One Last Stop Is an Electrifying Queer Timeslip Romance

The author of Red, White & Royal Blue, Casey McQuiston, unveils her second novel

"...New York City propaganda. Casey McQuiston's second novel, which charts the love story of a closed-off recent Louisiana transplant..."

June 4, 2021 Arts Feature by Rosalind Faires

Mike Krone at RT Gallery

In his artworks shown at RT Gallery, illustrator Mike Krone seems able to efficiently focus on new possibilities even when things go very wrong

"...personal choice is questioned at all. Attempting to define queer art seems to be as difficult as the 1970s..."

June 24, 2005 Arts Review by Benné Rockett

Arts and Culture Events to Get You Off the Couch

It's spring break (for some of you), get out and have some fun

"...best modern comedies, Game Night feels severely overlooked. What starts with a group of friends having a game night..."

March 14, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

"Very Queer and Very Hip-Hop”: ATX Interfaces Cuts the Crap With Community-Based Art Programming

Through open mics, artist showcases, a zine, and more, the arts org seeks to amplify marginalized voices

"...ATX Interfaces has carved out a unique space in arts programming – one unbound by medium and steeped in..."

May 21, 2021 Arts Feature by Laiken Neumann

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

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

"...Queer TV Theory 101..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

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