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Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Zach Theater
by Sabrina Wallace - August 18, 2025
The Wizard of Oz at Zach is a delight. Cowboy boots, aerialists, a real Toto, and a cast with voices and moves that could light up Broadway. Bold, fresh, unforgettable. #BWW #ATXTheatre
Cast and Creative Team Set for THE HEART SELLERS at Austin Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2025
Austin Playhouse has revealed the cast and creatives for The Heart Sellers by Lloyd Suh. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets here!
Review: STOP KISS at Georgetown Palace Theatre
by Sabrina Wallace - August 13, 2025
Diana Son’s Stop Kiss at the Palace tenderly portrays two women falling in love in 1990s NYC, when queer stories were rare on stage. Love, vulnerability, and the cost of visibility are woven together, even if pacing sometimes blunts the impact.
Cast and Creatives Set for THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Penfold Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2025
Penfold Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creatives for the musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee with music and lyrics by William Finn and a Tony Award- winning book by Rachel Sheinkin. Learn more!
Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel Returns to the Eisemann Center in October
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2025
Eisemann Center Presents will kick off the 2025-2026 Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel season with Beethoven: The Young Genius in October. Learn more here!
THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS Light Trail Returning This Fall
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2025
The New York Botanical Garden will come alive again this Fall with the return of Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail from September 25 through November 30.
Austin Choreographers Bring DANCE CAROUSEL to Ground Floor Theatre
by Emmy Rice - August 10, 2025
The quintessentially Austin Dance Carousel – 40 dances in 40 minutes – continues its yearly dance celebration with a thrilling roster of choreographers for the 2025 performances at the Ground Floor Theatre.
Review: W;T at City Theatre Of Austin
by Victoria Schwarz - August 10, 2025
From July 25 to August 10, City Theatre of Austin presents Margaret Edson’s Pulitzer Prize winning play W;T as part of its 2025 season. See more from the review here!
Review: PRETTY FILTHY – Doctuh Mistuh Heats Up the Night
by Lynn Beaver - August 07, 2025
Doctuh Mistuh Productions has built a reputation for bold, envelope-pushing theatre, but with Pretty Filthy, they don’t just push boundaries—they torch them.
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Cast and Creatives Revealed at Austin Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2025
Austin Playhouse has announced the cast and creatives for Oscar Wilde's brilliantly witty masterpiece The Importance of Being Earnest. Directed by Producing Artistic Director Lara Toner Haddock.
Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Summer Stock Austin
by Joni Lorraine - August 06, 2025
Since its debut as a concept album in 1970, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR has captivated audiences with its bold retelling of the final days of Jesus through the lens of rock opera. Created by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, the musical broke new ground with its fusion of contemporary music and biblical themes, sparking both acclaim and controversy.
Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Georgetown Palace Theatre
by Sabrina Wallace - August 04, 2025
Beautiful, at Georgetown Palace Theatre, delivers timeless hits and heartfelt moments, capturing the magic of Carole King’s story. A joyful theatrical experience.
Review: THE TOXIC AVENGER: THE MUSICAL at Doctuh Mistuh Productions
by Sabrina Wallace - August 04, 2025
The Toxic Avenger stomps on stage dripping with radioactive swagger. Loud, brash, and gloriously unfiltered. Now playing at Austin Playhouse thru Aug 10, 2025. #BWW #ATXTheatre
The Alchemy Theatre to Hold Auditions For LYDIA By Octavio Solis
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2025
The Alchemy Theatre is now accepting submissions for Lydia, a searing and poetic drama by acclaimed Mexican-American playwright Octavio Solis. Learn more and see how to audition!
City Theatre Austin to Present LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2025
City Theatre Austin kicks off its fall season with the gleefully twisted, sci-fi musical hit LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, running August 29 through September 14 at the Genesis Creative Collective (1507 Wilshire Blvd, Austin, TX 78722).
ELLA FITZGERALD SONGBOOKS Fundraiser Comes to Austin Shakespeare
by Emmy Rice - August 02, 2025
Austin Shakespeare will bring the spirit of jazz and the elegance of Ella Fitzgerald to life at its upcoming fundraiser, ELLA FITZGERALD SONGBOOKS, on Sunday, August 24 at 6:30 p.m.
Tickets to THE OUTSIDERS at Bass Concert Hall to go on Sale Next Week
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2025
Texas Performing Arts has revealed that single tickets for the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, THE OUTSIDERS, based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton and Francis Ford Coppola's landmark motion picture, will go on sale in August.
Feature: GFTQ CAMP – Ground Floor Theatre is Building a Community
by Lynn Beaver - July 30, 2025
Theatre has always been a tradition passed down through generations—a living art form that evolves only when shared with the next. Most theatre professionals agree that cultivating young artists is essential, yet few companies make that commitment in practice. Ground Floor Theatre (GFT) is the rare exception. They don’t just talk the talk—they walk it with purpose.
Review: MARY POPPINS THE MUSICAL at Impact Arts Summer Stock Austin
by Joni Lorraine - July 30, 2025
MARY POPPINS THE MUSICAL has its roots in the classic children's books by P.L. Travers, first published in 1934. The magical nanny who brings order and wonder to the Banks household became a cultural icon after Disney’s 1964 film adaptation, which blended Travers’ stories with unforgettable songs by the Sherman Brothers.
Chorus Austin Reveals 2025–2026 'Season Of Unity'
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2025
Chorus Austin has announced its 2025–2026 “Season of Unity,” highlighting themes of resilience, connection, and shared humanity. The season introduces new ensembles—the Women’s Chorus of Chorus Austin and a mobile Outreach Chorus—while continuing the organization's tradition of powerful, community-centered choral performances.
City Theatre Austin Presents Pulitzer Prize-Winning Drama WIT by Margaret Edson
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2025
City Theatre Austin continues its summer 2025 season with the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama WIT by Margaret Edson, running through August 10 at Genesis Creative Collective. Final performances will take place Thursday–Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and Sundays at 3:00 p.m.
Austin Gay Men's Chorus Kicks Off Season In September with CRESCENDO Benefit
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2025
The Austin Gay Men’s Chorus will kick off its new season with Crescendo – A Benefit Concert on Saturday, September 6, 2025, with performances at 6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. at the Draylen Mason Studio at KMFA in Austin.
Feature: SUMMERSTOCK AUSTIN 2025 SEASON at McCullough Theatre
by Sabrina Wallace - July 24, 2025
SummerStock 2025 is set to light up the McCullough Theatre this summer Mary Poppins (7/24–8/10) and Jesus Christ Superstar (8/1–8/10). Don't miss the tradition and support this outstanding organization! #SummerStockAustin #ImpactArts #ATXtheatre
Review: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Magnolia Musical Theatre
by Sabrina Wallace - July 24, 2025
Magnolia Musical Theatre's production of The SpongeBob Musical brings Bikini Bottom to life under the stars with a colorful, clever, and full of heart production for the entire family! Free admission! #ATXtheatre #SpongeBobMusical #FreeTheatre #familyfun
KIMBERLY AKIMBO to Play Bass Concert Hall, September 30–October 5
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2025
Texas Performing Arts will present the Austin engagement of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, the five-time Tony Award-winning Best Musical, at Bass Concert Hall from September 30 to October 5, 2025, as part of the 2025–2026 Broadway in Austin season.

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