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Golden Hornet Presents MXTX: A CROSS-BORDER EXCHANGE Out Now On Six Degrees Records
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2022
Golden Hornet presents MXTX: A CROSS-BORDER EXCHANGE out now on Six Degrees Records.
BWW Review: MACK & MABEL at The Alchemy Theatre
by Jesse Griffith - April 29, 2022
I was anxious to get back to the theatre after the pandemic hiatus on two levels - lingering fear of the 'Rona versus my life-long love affair with what is for me the greatest artistic performance genre of all: Musical Theatre. And we see here what won. I love musical theatre so much that I earned a degree as a triple threat from an exclusive conservatory, and know from whence I speak. Or type.
Texas State University's Jeremy Torres Lab Theatre Presents TALA Staged Reading
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2022
'Release your past that hinders your light from shining, find your future in the light that is coming.' In this story that covers themes of generational trauma within a family and finding your self worth and what you are capable of, Texas State University's Jeremy Torres Lab Theatre presents a Staged Reading of 'Tala'. 'Tala' is written by Texas States' BFA Film Production major, Jasmine Aurelio, and directed by Performance & Production major, Crystal Lofton.
Jeremy Torres Lab Theatre to Present RED CARD
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2022
In a story that holds the difficult themes of privilege, racism, colorism, violence, separation, systematic issues, and oppression, Texas State University's Jeremy Torres Lab Theatre will present Red Card.
3rd Annual PRIDE IN LOCAL MUSIC to Feature LGBTQ+ Music and Musicians
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
The Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce has announced the third annual “Pride in Local Music” event, celebrating local music through the rainbow heartbeat of the Live Music Capitol of the World.
Performa/Dance Presents THE MAD SCENE
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2022
Performa/Dance, Austin's world-class contemporary dance company, is lighting up the stage this summer with a full-length mad-cap romp on fame, The Mad Scene.
BWW Review: SEUSSICAL at Patti Strickel Harrison Theatre
by Sabrina Wallace - April 24, 2022
A rendition of a classic that finally makes sense of Dr. Seuss' unique characters. Scarlata gives us a compelling story about real people with beautiful imperfections that make them so perfectly human. With a talented cast, outstanding choreography, and a lot of imagination, this is a SEUSSICAL you don't want to miss.
BIRTHDAY CLUB Comes to Hill Country Community Theatre This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2022
 The hilarious comedy, BIRTHDAY CLUB by Phil Olson, opens Friday, April 22, promising to elicit lots of “knowing” giggles from the Hill Country Community Theatre audiences.
Arts and Live Music Leaders Gather to Salute Senator John Cornyn and The Save Our Stages Act
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2022
Texas artists are celebrating U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) for his bipartisan initiative – the Save Our Stages Act – that helped sustain many of the state’s and nation’s arts organizations and live music venues during the pandemic.  
Cast & Creatives Announced for World Premiere of A WAR OF THE WORLDS at Penfold Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2022
Penfold Theatre Company has announced cast and creatives for A War of the Worlds directed by Marcus McQuirter running June 2–18, 2022 at Ground Floor Theatre. Using the work by H.G. Wells & Orson Welles, and expanding on this historic radio cast, this world premiere by local playwright Jarrett King is the first in a series of new play commissions.
Nelda Studios Launches A Media And Philanthropic Organization Supporting Art, Creativity, And Innovation
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2022
Today Nelda Studios, an Austin, Texas-based media company and philanthropic organization that lifts, nurtures and expands opportunities for creativity and the arts, announces its official public launch. Philanthropists Karl and Nelda Buckman began producing media content in 2018. Compelled by diminishing support for the arts, they founded Nelda Studios in 2022 with a broader mission to support art and creativity through original media productions, philanthropy, and community outreach.
WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? to Play Through May 1 at City Theatre Austin
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2022
Two more weekends! City Theatre continues the 2022 spring theatre season with Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Edward Albee's acclaimed stage play. April 21 – May 1 at Trinity Street Playhouse.
KMFA Composer-in-Residence Quinn Mason Debuts New Commissioned Work
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2022
KMFA Classical 89.5 announces the first of three commissioned works by the Dallas-based, rising composer Quinn Mason, the inaugural commissioned composer of the Draylen Mason Composer-in-Residence program.
Tri-M Foundation Announces Recipients Of The Performing Arts Grant Program
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
Tri-M Foundation has announced the recipients for the third cycle of its Performing Arts Grant Program. Launched in 2020, the Performing Arts Grant Program supports the development and presentation of innovative, high-quality performing arts projects, events, and festivals by regional non-profit arts organizations. Dozens of arts organizations submitted applications, and six were awarded this cycle.
BWW Review: SELFIE! THE MUSICAL at The Vortex
by Mackenzie Vance - April 11, 2022
Selfie! The Musical asks questions and starts conversations all while being centered in a mindset that even as technology advances, humanity stays the same.
BWW Review: THE LION KING at Bass Concert Hall
by Mackenzie Vance - April 10, 2022
It is clear that the cast and crew of THE LION KING take pride in their work. This show is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and should not be missed.
BWW Review: Round Rock Penfold's Production of AMADEUS
by Lynn Beaver - April 09, 2022
Round Rock’s premier theatre company Penfold is known for their creativity and excellent production values, but their presentation of Peter Shaffer’s AMADEUS leaves me puzzled on nearly every level.
Photos: First Look at THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at the ZACH Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
The Rocky Horror Picture Show is running at the ZACH Theatre from now through May 1st. With music, lyrics and book by Richard O'Brien, the cult-classic returns to ZACH this time as part of ZACH360 with audience involvement and participation packs as part of the event.
KMFA Classical 89.5 to Host Open House Celebration
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
KMFA Classical 89.5 announces KMFA Day on Saturday, April 23, 2022 from 2:00pm – 6:00pm at KMFA’s new home, 41 Navasota Street, Austin TX 78702. The entire event will be free and open to the public.
TexARTS Announces Auditions for THE FULL MONTY
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2022
TexARTS, located in Lakeway, TX, will welcome video submissions for the upcoming production of The Full Monty. Local, nonunion performers who are 18 or older are encouraged to audition. TexARTS is committed to non-traditional casting and values diversity in all of its forms.
Different Stages to Present Reading of MISS LULU BETT
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2022
Different Stages is set to present a reading of the first play by a woman to win the Pulitizer Prize, Miss Lulu Bett by Zona Gale. The reading will take place on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 2 pm at The Vortex, 2307 Manor Rd.  
Book-It Repertory Theatre Welcomes New Managing Director Jeannine Clarke
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2022
Book-It Repertory Theatre (Book-It) and its Board of Trustees are pleased to announce Jeannine Clarke (she/her) as the company's new Managing Director. This decision is the culmination of a five-month intentional search process to find and develop a cross-functional leader with the creativity and management experience to direct the organization at an ever-changing time in the theatre world.
ZACH Theatre Teases Three Shows for 2022-23 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2022
ZACH Theatre has announced three of the 2022–23 Season productions in addition to the return of Austin’s hottest holiday tradition, Dave Steakley’s rockin’ adaption of A Christmas Carol.
Austin Playhouse Founder And Co-Producing Artistic Director Don Toner To Retire
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2022
Austin Playhouse announces that after 60+ years of producing theatre in Austin and beyond, Founder and Co-Producing Artistic Director Don Toner will step down from his role as Co-Producing Artistic Director. Current Co-Producing Artistic Director Lara Toner Haddock will continue alongside recent additions to the leadership team, Associate Artistic Directors Ben Wolfe and Sarah Fleming Walker.
SOMEBODY LOVES YOU, MR. HATCH Comes to ZACH Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2022
ZACH Theatre announces the return of Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch, the new musical by Emmy Award-winning Allen Robertson, based on the beloved children's book by Eileen Spinelli. Part of the ZACH360 experience, Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch plays April 29–May 22, 2022 on The Kleberg at ZACH under the direction of creator Allen Robertson.

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