Author Bill Bryson Presents Performance and Book Signing at the Long Center, 1/30

The Chicago Sun-Times said it best, "Bryson could write an essay about dryer lint or fever reducers and still make us laugh out loud." New York Times best-seller, travel author and comedian Bill Bryson takes the Long Center for an extraordinary, laugh-out-loud evening of memorable stories, eye-opening tales, and self-effacing humor from nearly two-dozen books. Tickets are on sale now and start at $39.

The talented Bill Bryson is one of the world's most beloved and prolific commentators, finding delight in the minutiae of travel and the subtleties of culture. With nearly two dozen books under his belt, ranging from science, to history, to travel, he is easily one of the most diverse and entertaining authors of our time.

Attendees can expect stories and anecdotes from his books, which include The Lost Continent, A Walk in the Woods and Notes from a Small Island, which in a national poll was voted the book that best represents Britain. His acclaimed book on the history of science, A Short History of Nearly Everything, won the Royal Society's Aventis Prize as well as the Descartes Prize, the European Union's highest literary award. He has written about language, Shakespeare and, in the hilarious memoir The Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid, his own childhood.

A Premium Ticket includes a post-performance meet-and-greet and book-signing with the author. Bring your own book, or purchase one in the lobby- either way, leave with a personalized token of an unforgettable evening!

Tickets are available at TheLongCenter.org or by calling (512) 474.LONG (5664). Also available at the Long Center's 3M Box Office located at 701 West Riverside Drive at South First Street. For groups of 10 and more, please call 512-457-5161 orgroupsales@thelongcenter.org.

ABOUT THE LONG CENTER

The Long Center is Austin's Creative Home, built "by the community, for the community." The organization is primarily funded by private citizens and corporations and by nature understands the importance of giving. As a non-profit, the Long Center collaborates with community partners to sponsor educational programs, host free events on the City Terrace, subsidize rental costs for emerging art groups, and gift tickets to charitable and community-minded organizations. The Long Center also provides the best overall live entertainment experience of any venue in Austin. It is home to the Symphony, Opera and Ballet and boasts additional eclectic programming spanning diverse audiences. A commitment to acoustic excellence combined with exceptional theater site lines and an unparalleled outdoor view of Austin creates a magical experience and lasting memories. Austinites of all ages and interests are invited to explore the Long Center to expand their cultural perspective and appreciation of the arts. For more information, please visit TheLongCenter.org or call (512) 474-LONG (5664) for ticket information.