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KMFA Names Clarice Assad as 2023 Draylen Mason Composer-in-Residence
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2023
 KMFA Classical 89.5 has named Chicago-based, Brazilian-American female composer Clarice Assad as the 2023 Draylen Mason Composer-in-Residence.
Review: GETTING IN BED WITH THE PIZZA MAN at Crashbox Theatre
by Joni Lorraine - May 10, 2023
What did our critic think of GETTING IN BED WITH THE PIZZA MAN at Crashbox Theatre? GETTING IN BED WITH THE PIZZA MAN is a delight of a one-woman show. Written by Katie Folger and directed by Matrex Kilgore, this 'racy and whimsical production explores the joys and challenges of being single and sexually adventurous during the COVID-19 era.'
Austin Shakespeare Presents Short Shakespeare In Zilker Park
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2023
For one weekend only, Austin Shakespeare is bringing Short Shakespeare to the Zilker Hillside Theater. Featuring four plays with five actors and two musicians, Short Shakespeare will be performed free at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 18-21.    
Interview: Elizabeth V. Newman of TIDE at The Filigree Theatre
by Sabrina Wallace - May 05, 2023
Elizabeth V. Newman moved with her family from New York City to Austin ten years ago. She is in her 4th season at The Filigree Theatre and is thrilled to have found an extended family in the Austin theatre community. The Filigree Theatre company delivers each season with a theme that ties together unique and beautiful stories.
Review: TIDE at The Filigree Theatre
by Sabrina Wallace - May 05, 2023
Tide at The Filigree Theatre showed directorial and artistic courage and compassion as Ms. Newman was able to deliver a play that purposely leaves much unanswered and unresolved. An enjoyable performance that makes me want to see what Ms. Newman will bring to the stage next season.
The Filigree Theatre Presents Their Gold & Silver Gala
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2023
Join The Filigree Theatre at their Gold & Silver Gala on May 11 on the charming indoor/outdoor terrace at the Tudor Cottage in Pease Park from 7 - 10 p.m. The theme of this year's Gala will be “gold & silver by the sea” and Tudor cottage will be transformed into a glittering nautical fete for guests to explore.
Cast Set for NOISES OFF at ZACH THEATRE
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2023
ZACH Theatre has announced cast and creatives for Noises Off written by Michael Frayn.
Drop Dead Comedy Thriller THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940 Continues Through May 14 At City Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2023
Two more weekends! City Theatre continues the 2023 Season with The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940. May 4 - 14 at Genesis Fellowship Hall.
Review: CINDERELLA at Georgetown Palace Shines
by Lynn Beaver - April 30, 2023
There are few things that make me happier than entering a theatre packed with smiling, joyful audience members of all ages. CINDERELLA elicited laughter, joy and a heartfelt standing ovation the evening I attended.
Review: MOTHER OF THE MAID at Jarrott Productions
by Lynn Beaver - April 27, 2023
Jarrott Production's MOTHER OF THE MAID by Jane Anderson is currently playing at Ground Floor Theatre. Sadly this oddly clunky script is more puzzling than entertaining despite a valiant effort by the director, cast and crew.
Texas Performing Arts Reveals 2023/24 Season Featuring Yo-Yo Ma, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and More
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
Texas Performing Arts announces its all-new 2023/24 performing arts season showcasing extraordinary international theatre, dance, and music that audiences won't find anywhere else.
Cast Revealed For SANCTUARY CITY at Ground Floor Theatre 
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
Ground Floor Theatre (GFT) announces casting for Sanctuary City by Martyna Majok and directed by Andrea Nuñez running May 19 – June 3, 2023 at Ground Floor Theatre.
Oblivion Access Festival Announces Arts & After-Hours Programming
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2023
Austin's fully independent Oblivion Access Festival will reveal their arts programming that will run concurrently with the forthcoming music festival.  Multi-venue passes and single-show tickets are on-sale now here.
SHOWTIME IN THE PARK to Kick Off Summer Stock Austin 2023 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2023
Impact Arts will present Showtime in the Park, a family-friendly event kicking off Summer Stock Austin’s 2023 Season on Friday, May 12, 2023 from 5:00-9:30 p.m. in Pease Park.
GREASE & More Set for Summer Stock Austin 2023
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2023
Summer Stock Austin has announced The Wizard of Oz and Grease as the 2023 Summer Stock season musicals with the original movie musical Dance Hall: The Movie Musical.
2023 Heller Awards for Young Artists Winners Announced
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2023
The 10th Annual Heller Awards for Young Artists (HAYAs) took place last night at the Long Center for the Performing Arts in Austin, TX, presented by the Long Center, in partnership with Texas Performing Arts, and ZACH Theatre.
Katie Folger to Premiere One-Woman Show GETTING IN BED WITH THE PIZZA MAN in May
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2023
Indie-Film darling Katie Folger will present the premiere of her new show, Getting in Bed with the Pizza Man written by and performed by Katie Folger directed by Matrex Kilgore.
Review: ZACH'S ROE Wows With a Timely Message
by Joni Lorraine - April 18, 2023
What did our critic think of ROE at ZACH?
THE PROM, BEAUTIFUL, and More Set For ZACH Theatre's 2023-24 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2023
ZACH Theatre, Central Texas' premier professional theatre, has announced the 2023–24 Season including regional premieres, a Tony Award-winning play and musicals, new works and family fun. Learn more about the full season here!
THE LAST CYCLIST Comes to Genesis Creative Collective Next Month
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2023
The Last Cyclist is the Austin premiere stage production written in 1944 by Terezin concentration camp prisoner Karel Švenk and rediscovered and reconstructed by writer Naomi Patz.
Review: REVIEW: SELF PORTRAITS - Bottle Alley Theatre Wows With Wonderful Work
by Lynn Beaver - April 13, 2023
Bottle Alley Theatre prides itself on being a DIY theatre company, and they do it incredibly well. For their current production, SELF PORTRAITS, the company has a couple of tables laden with props, a couple of folding chairs, two tall stools, a canvas backdrop, and a small space for the actors to work.
FRANK'S LIFE is Coming to Trinity Street Playhouse This Month
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
Communication By Captivation is making their Texas theatrical debut with FRANK'S LIFE, the dark comedy that inspired the hit Jim Carrey film 'The Truman Show!'
ZACH Theatre Names Cliff Hannon as New General Manager
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
ZACH Theatre has announced Cliff Hannon as the new General Manager.
Austin Gay Men's Chorus Presents 'Ascending Colour: An AGMC Concert' in May
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
The Austin Gay Men's Chorus will take the stage for Ascending Colour: An AGMC Concert, which will spotlight music arranged and composed by people of color and the LGBTQIA+ communities, on Saturday, May 6 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, May 7 at 4 p.m. at First Austin, 901 Trinity Street, Austin, TX 78701.
Cast Set for BIG FISH Austin Premiere at Austin Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2023
Austin Playhouse has announced the cast for the Austin premiere of a new, intimate version of the heartwarming musical, Big Fish by Andrew Lippa and directed by Lara Toner Haddock. Learn how to purchase tickets!

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