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Review: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at ZACH
by Joni Lorraine - February 19, 2026
What did our critic think of MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at ZACH?
Heller Awards for Young Artists Endowments Increase by Over 2 Million
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2026
The Heller Awards for Young Artists (HAYAs), now a program of Texas Performing Arts, has been infused with over $2 million dollars in new endowment funds with the move to its new home.
Review: BEEHIVE: THE 60S MUSICAL at TexArts
by Sabrina Wallace - February 17, 2026
Big hair, bigger voices, and zero apologies. Beehive: The 60s Musical at TexARTS is pure jukebox joy: love songs turn into liberation anthems, wigs rise as the decade unfolds, and seven powerhouse women keep the audience laughing and singing along. Profound? No. A ridiculously good time? Abso-freaking-lutely.
& JULIET To Play Bass Concert Hall As Part Of Broadway In Austin
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2026
& JULIET will play Bass Concert Hall in Austin as part of the 2025–26 Broadway in Austin Season. Tickets go on sale February 20 at 10 a.m. The pop musical features songs by Max Martin and a book by David West Read.
Walking Shadow Shakespeare Project to Present SHORT SHAKESPEARE
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2026
Walking Shadow Shakespeare Project announced a night of three short plays inspired by Shakespeare, featuring new works I LOVED YOU EVER and PUCK, IN EPILOGUE, as well as a new adaptation of a classic: MACBETH, BUT HE'S JUST A SWORD.
Review: URINETOWN at Mary Moody Northen Theatre
by Sabrina Wallace - February 14, 2026
Urinetown now playing at MMNT - A musical so funny it hits like a warning. Corporate greed, drought, revolt—and the water still runs out. Laugh. Think. Repeat.
Review: SWING! at Georgetown Palace Theatre
by Sabrina Wallace - February 14, 2026
Swing! at Georgetown Palace Theatre proves that when the set disappears, the rhythm takes over. A bare stage, a blazing live band, powerhouse vocals, and choreography that fills every inch of space. The audience was tapping along all night, me included. Theatre adapts, communities rally, and the show truly goes on. Running through Feb 15.
Review: THE LAST MATCH at FILIGREE THEATRE
by Sabrina Wallace - February 10, 2026
'The Last Match' by Anna Ziegler centers on U.S. Open semifinalists Tim Porter and Sergei Sergeyev, and their partners, blending onstage action with flashbacks and fourth-wall narration. The play explores ambition, love, and the personal cost of success.
Review: THE MOUNTAINTOP at Georgetown Palace Theatre
by Sabrina Wallace - February 10, 2026
Georgetown Palace’s The Mountaintop skips the monument and gives us the man. A powerful reminder that history isn’t made by saints, but by people who keep walking anyway.
Photos: URINETOWN Opens This Week At The Mary Moody Northen Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2026
The Mary Moody Northen Theatre (MMNT) at St. Edward’s University continues its 53rd season with Urinetown: The Musical, the irreverent, Tony Award–winning satire with music by Mark Hollmann, lyrics by Hollmann and Greg Kotis, and book by Kotis. Check out photos of the production.
Camden Factor’s HE SAID, SHE SAID Features in FronteraFest’s Best of Fest
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2026
After being selected Best of Week, Camden Factor’s original drama He Said, She Said is now featured in Austin’s renowned theatre festival FronteraFest’s Best of Fest this week.
PROHIBITION: A MUSICAL COMEDY to Open March 20 at Dougherty Arts Theater
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2026
Texas Comedies' upcoming production Prohibition: A Musical Comedy will open at the Dougherty Arts Theater in Austin, Texas on March 20, running through March 27.
Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Bass Concert Hall
by Joni Lorraine - February 04, 2026
Few titles in the musical theatre canon are as instantly recognizable—or as enduringly beloved—as the SOUND OF MUSIC. Featuring music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, with a book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse, the musical premiered on Broadway in 1959 and quickly became a cultural touchstone.
Cast Set for A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at Austin Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2026
Austin Playhouse has revealed the cast and creatives for the musical comedy, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder with music and lyrics by Steven Lutvak and lyrics and book by Robert L. Freedman.
Georgetown Palace Theatre Faces Major Damage and Calls for Community Support
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2026
The historic Georgetown Palace Theatre has incurred significant damage, prompting a call for community and financial support to aid in restoration efforts.
See Kenny & Roderick Live in Concert at Zach Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2026
Zach Theater favorites Kenny Williams and Roderick Sanford return to the stage in Kenny & Roderick Live with A Little Bit of Broadway, A Whole Lotta Soul for one night only.
The Alchemy Theatre Reveals Cast And Creative Team For THE ROBBER BRIDEGROOM
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2026
The Alchemy Theatre will stage The Robber Bridegroom at The Whisenhunt at ZACH Theatre, announcing a full cast and creative team for the upcoming production.
THE WIZ Comes to Austin With Tickets on Sale Friday
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2026
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back and coming to Austin. Tickets for The Wiz will go on sale Friday, Jan. 30, for eight performances from May 12 to 17 at Bass Concert Hall.
Chorus Austin Will Perform OPENING HEARTS in February
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2026
Chorus Austin will continue its Season of Unity with OPENING HEARTS, an intimate and reflective concert performed by its Chamber Ensemble and led by Artistic Director Ryan Heller. Learn more here!
2026 ART SPARK TEXAS ARTIST OF THE YEAR AWARDS Nominations Open Now
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2026
Art Spark Texas is accepting nominations for its 2026 Artist of the Year Awards, honoring Texas artists with disabilities across multiple disciplines. The annual program recognizes artistic excellence, leadership, and community impact.
Review: THE WOLF YOU FEED at The Vortex Theatre
by Lynn Beaver - January 22, 2026
Darcy Parker Bruce’s the wolf you feed (the playwright stylizes the title without capital letters) howls into The Vortex Theatre for its American debut and what a gift it is. In the hands of Bottle Alley founder Chris Fontanes and the Vortex team, this production becomes a singular theatrical experience, one we are invited to sink our teeth into completely.
City Theatre Austin To Open 2026 Season With THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2026
City Theatre Austin will open its 2026 season with THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL, a classic American play by Horton Foote. The production launches the company’s 20th Anniversary Season and features guest direction by Tracy Arnold with Judith Laird in the lead role. Performances will take place at Genesis Creative Collective in Austin.
Cast and Creatives Set for WILD HORSES at Penfold Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2026
Penfold Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creatives for the dark comedy, Wild Horses written by Allison Gregory and directed by Rudy Ramirez.
Videos: 2025 Choreographer's Club Showcase Dances at Texas State University
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2026
Check out videos from the 2025 Choreographer's Club showcase at Texas State University, all dances being produced by Malia McLellan and Jhalena Sulcer.
Interview: Tasia Jungbauer Talks SIX at Bass Concert Hall
by Joni Lorraine - January 15, 2026
The sensational hit musical SIX brings it's tour to Austin next week. With Tudor queens as pop icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone and transform heartbreak into 21st century girl power. 

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Beehive: The 60's Musical in Austin Beehive: The 60's Musical
TexARTS: Theatre & Academy (2/13 - 3/1) Tracker
UTNT (UT New Theatre) in Austin UTNT (UT New Theatre)
Oscar G. Brockett Theatre and Lab Theatre (2/26 - 3/8) Tracker
THE LAST MATCH by Anna Ziegler in Austin THE LAST MATCH by Anna Ziegler
The Filigree Theatre @ Sterling Stage Austin (2/6 - 2/22) Tracker
PHOTOS VIDEOS
Mamma Mia! in Austin Mamma Mia!
Bass Concert Hall (4/15 - 4/19)
Jazz in the Crescent Room at Chez Zee with John Burnett and his Bluesette Quartet in Austin Jazz in the Crescent Room at Chez Zee with John Burnett and his Bluesette Quartet
Chez Zee American Bistro (2/20 - 2/20)
World Ballet Company: Swan Lake in Austin World Ballet Company: Swan Lake
Julie Rogers Theatre (3/15 - 3/15)
The Sleeping Beauty: International Ballet Stars in Austin, TX! On April 03, 2026 in Austin The Sleeping Beauty: International Ballet Stars in Austin, TX! On April 03, 2026
Bass Concert Hall (4/3 - 4/3)
Cyndi's Radio Hour in Austin Cyndi's Radio Hour
Austin Playhouse (3/6 - 3/8)
Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic in Austin Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic
Bastrop Opera House (5/22 - 5/31)
Kenny & Roderick: LIVE at Zach in Austin Kenny & Roderick: LIVE at Zach
Zach Theater (2/24 - 2/24)
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