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Review: BARNEY CAREY GETS HIS WINGS at Austin Scottish Rite Theater
It is so delightful to walk into a theater and see chairs moved to the side so children can sit on the floor directly in front of the stage to see a show. Indeed, backing up a bit, it is even more delightful to walk into a theater and see children excited about seeing a show. Despite an increasing a...
Review: ALWAYS A BOY at Ground Floor Theatre
A positive testament to a family’s capacity to love and affirm their transgender child. Austin Theatre is currently providing us with some interesting and informative LGBTQ+ perspectives on which to marinate. At Ground Floor Theatre, director Lisa Scheps has taken on Jo and Jeremy Ivester’s ALWA...
Review: O. HENRY STORIES
Written by O. Henry (William Sydney Porter 1862-1910) and adapted for stage by Ann Ciccolella, Austin Shakespeare’s O. HENRY STORIES is an evening of delight, laughter, and surprise....
Review: NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at ZACH Theatre
With its infectious score, witty lyrics, and flawless execution by a stellar cast, Zach Theatre's rendition of Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 delivers an exhilarating and uplifting theatrical experience. It has swiftly secured its place at the top of my favorite Zach Theatre productions....
Review: BEETLEJUICE: THE MUSICAL at Bass Concert Hall
Maybe BEETLEJUICE: THE MUSICAL, is Gen Z’s ROCKY HORROR SHOW. When THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW first premiered in London in 1973, it received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised its campy humor, catchy songs, and provocative themes, others found its content shocking and controversial. However, it q...
Review: THE MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Rocks the Stage at TexArts Theatre
'Million Dollar Quartet' is a must-see musical that transports audiences back in time to witness the genesis of rock 'n' roll and the seismic impact of Sun Records on popular music. With its stellar cast, electrifying performances, and unforgettable soundtrack, it's a celebration of creativity, inno...
Review: CRUZAR LA CARA DE LA LUNA at Austin Opera
Music by José “Pepe” Martinez, Lyrics by José “Pepe” Martinez and Leonard Foglia, Book by Leonard Foglia, Orchestration by David Hanlon, CRUZAR offers a deeply moving and acutely transparent experience....
Review: GEOFF SOBELLE'S FOOD Texas Performing Arts at The McCullough Theatre
From Geoff Sobelle’s website, we learn that “FOOD is an intimate dinner party performance that uses smell, taste, touch and audience instruction to feed a meditation on the ways and whys of eating. Why do you eat what you eat? Where does it come from? What does it really cost?” I quote it here...
Review: PHOTOGRAPH 51 at The Filigree Theatre
Under the skillful direction of Elizabeth V. Newman, Photograph 51 is a tribute to Dr. Rosalind Franklin and her unaccredited contributions to science. Entertaining, poignant, and relevant to the ongoing conversations about the role of women in a male-dominated society....
Review: THE LIBRARY at Different Stages
Different Stages’ production of 'The Library' by Scott Z. Burns is a powerful and thought-provoking play that tackles difficult subject matter with grace and intelligence. It offers a nuanced exploration of the human experience in the aftermath of tragedy, leaving a lasting impact on those who wit...
Review: TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Bass Concert Hall is Simply The Best!
Tina - The Tina Turner Musical stands as a masterful exposé of the icon's life, ranking among the best in its genre in my humble opinion. The entire cast of this Broadway touring production deserves commendation, with each performer and the orchestra paying much-deserved homage to the queen of rock...
Review: BACK TO YOU at Austin Rainbow Theatre
Austin Rainbow Theatre (ART) brings a poignant tale of friendship, love, and the challenges of growing up gay in the Texas Valley with Back to You. The script is simple yet profound and delivers likable and relatable characters through the brilliant performances of Joe Montoya (Mateo) and Chris Rive...
Review: QUEER TO TELL: AUSTIN HOLIDAY EDITION at Soundspace at Captain Quack's Was a Joyful Party!
Led by a charismatic EMCEE, a group of brave storytellers shared their unique LGBTQIA+ stories, weaving a rich tapestry of emotions that sparked laughter and tears. The one-night-only event, “Queer to Tell: Austin Holiday Edition”, kicked off the holiday season with a powerful message—or rathe...
Review: ZACH'S POP! at ZACH Feeds the Body and Soul!
I’m sitting in Austin traffic, bearing the half an hour it takes to get from Mopac and Cesar Chavez to ZACH theatre on South Lamar, and I’m in a mood. I fear I’m going to be late to ZACH’s newest and latest Christmas fare: POP! Great, just great. Across the parking lot from the Kleburg theat...
Review: UNA NOCHE BUENA - ZACH Theatre Presents A Holiday Treat For The Whole Family
UNA NOCHE BUENA at ZACH Theatre is a wonderful holiday musical that will become a holiday tradition....
Review: AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE at Austin Shakespeare
Austin Shakespeare presents 'An Enemy of the People' as a staged reading. With an exceptional cast that includes actors from Austin and Hollywood, the play delivers thought-provoking theatre, that touches on themes that resonate in the context of contemporary America: the moral dilemma between self-...
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at ZACH THEATRE is A Joyful Yuletide Extravaganza!
Zach’s festive production of A Christmas Carol, weaves together an outstanding cast, catchy choreography, lively musical numbers, and Charles Dickens’ enchanting tale of redemption that never fails to warm the hearts of audiences during the Holiday Season....
Review: MY FAIR LADY at BASS CONCERT HALL
MY FAIR LADY rolled into town this week, treating Austin to a classic musical of old. And by “of old” I mean lavish costuming, soaring vocals, a beautiful choral ensemble and lush orchestrations performed by a full orchestra. What a treat! In case you missed it over the last 67 years, the musica...
Review: JACK & AIDEN at Ground Floor Theatre
“Go see this wonderful production, and go see it now.” You’ll be disappointed in the future that you weren’t among those of us singing its praises today....
Review: THE WOLVES at Mary Moody Northen Theatre
Under the skillful direction of Anna Skidis Vargas, this production of 'The Wolves' delivers thought-provoking theatre with quality and poise. The cast showcases a group of talented young women engaging in authentic conversations, mourning, arguing, laughing, and playfully offering a behind-the-scen...
Review: THE BOOK OF MORMON Rocks Bass Concert Hall
Broadway in Austin brings the absolutely hysterical, very adult THE BOOK OF MORMON to Bass Concert Hall to an appreciative audience this week. ...
Review: THE THIN PLACE at ZACH
Lucas Hnath's play THE THIN PLACE premiered at the Humana Festival of New American plays in 2019. The play, involving parapsychology, revolves around the character Hilda, a psychic medium who claims to have a special connection to the spirit world. ...
Review: EL CID at The Rollins Theatre At The Long Center
Presented as a bilingual play, 'El Cid' captivates the audience with moments of theatrical brilliance, courtesy of the outstanding and diverse ensemble cast. They adeptly navigate the moral dilemmas surrounding honor, love, and justice, contributing to the play's overall impact....
Review: Jarrott Productions DEATHTRAP Gives Us Classic Thriller Fun
What did our critic think of DEATHTRAP at Jarrott Productions?...
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The Book of Mormon (Non-Equity) Bass Concert Hall (6/08-6/13) |
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Patricia Vonne’s “My Heart’s Got A Mind of Its Own” official album release show The Continental Club (9/25-9/25) |
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The Fat Gator Weekend 2 Day Festival Lake Walter E. Long (6/06-6/07) |
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'Light': A Solo Chinese Play of Family and Hope(5/28-6/6) Dougherty Arts Center (5/28-5/28) |
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Just Another Country Fest Big Mike's Studio Theater (10/08-10/08) |
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Guns N’ Roses Globe Life Field (9/09-9/09) |
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Insomnia Cafe Stage Austin (6/04-6/13) |
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Vincent Penfold Theatre Company (6/04-6/21) |
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