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Powerhouse Collaboration Announced for ASL Production of THE LARAMIE PROJECT
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2021
Deaf Austin Theatre is partnering with Hypernovas Productions to produce the first professional production of The Laramie Project by Moises Kauffman and the Tectonic Theatre Project. 
BWW Review: RAIN FALLS SPECIAL ON ME at Ground Floor Theatre
by Nathaniel Reid - August 29, 2021
RAIN FALLS SPECIAL ON ME, a brand new work being mounted for the next few weeks at the eastside au courant powerhouse Ground Floor Theatre, has delivered us the most fragile and complex insight into the vivid lives being lived all around our homes and workplaces by Austin's unhoused population.
ZACH Theatre To Rebuild Staff, Reimburse Lost Wages, Implement DEI Initiatives
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2021
The five-show 2021–22 Mainstage Series includes Into the Woods, The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Diety, Reunion '85, The Sound of Music and The Inheritance: Part 1.
STOMP Brings Live Performance Back to Bass Concert Hall Next Week
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2021
STOMP, the first live theatre performance at Bass Concert Hall since closing in mid-March 2020 will begin performances on Saturday, August 28.
Penfold Theatre Company Announces Cast For THEATRE GUILD ON AIR
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2021
Penfold Theatre Company in partnership with the Harry Ransom Center at the University of Texas announce the cast for Theatre Guild on Air running September 5 – October 3, 2021, at the Neill-Cochran House Museum.
aGLIFF Announces Changes To In-Person Events And Screenings For Prism 34
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2021
Austin's oldest film festival, aGLIFF (All Genders, Lifestyles, and Identities Film Festival) announces changes to the schedule and access availability for screenings and special events for PRISM 34 taking place August 26 – September 6, 2021.
Austin's Moontower Comedy Festival Announces New Additions to Lineup
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2021
Moontower Comedy Festival promises something for everyone with the highly anticipated round two lineup reveal – more star power, cult favorites, emerging talent, and local, Austin-based favorites – all taking over downtown Austin in more than 10 venues for four days of stand-up shows, podcasts, parties, recordings, and special events at the 10-year anniversary festival this September 22-25, 2021.
Austin Shakespeare Announces The Bard & Bollywood Acting Class
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2021
Austin Shakespeare's Bard and Bollywood workshop series continues with a class led by Tamil Periasamy on Saturday, August 21, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. The cost for the program, which is ideal for those planning to audition for Twelfth Night this November at the Long Center, is $20 for participants and $10 for observers.
FUN HOME Will Be Performed by Uptown Players This Month
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2021
The cast of Fun Home includes Duke Anderson, Leslie Collins, Michael Diego Alonzo, Hunter Hall, Jennifer Kuenzer, Max Rudelman, Summer Stern, Emily Truelove, and Ashlie Whitworth. The show is under the direction of Cheryl Denson, with music direction by Isaac Leaverton.
Penfold Theatre Company Announces 2021-22 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2021
Penfold Theatre Company (Penfold) has announced the titles and dates for the 2021-22 Season. Season 14 will look at the reimagining of classic stories, bringing two “Great Plays in Great Places” productions, the inclusion of Central Texas Philharmonic, and a world premiere for the first in a new play commission series.
AGLIFF Announces Films For PRISM 34
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2021
Austin's oldest film festival, aGLIFF (All Genders, Lifestyles, and Identities Film Festival) announces the official program selections for PRISM 34 running August 26 – September 6, 2021 in hybrid form, both in-person and online.
Hill Country Community Theatre Announces 2021-22 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2021
Hill Country Community Theatre has announced its 2021-22 season featuring the musical comedy “Nunsense A-Men!,” a holiday comedy “A Doublewide, Texas Christmas,” an evening of sketches from “The Carol Burnett Show,” the new comedy “Breakfast Club,” and the musical “Destry Rides Again.” 
The City Theatre Presents GROSS INDECENCY: THE THREE TRIALS OF OSCAR WILDE
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2021
The City Theatre presents Gross Indecency: The Three Trials Of Oscar Wilde.
Ground Floor Theatre Announces Cast for RAIN FALLS SPECIAL ON ME
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2021
Ground Floor Theatre has announced the return to live theatre with casting for rain falls special on me by Lane Michael Stanley running August 19 – September 4, 2021. Directed by Co-Artistic Director Patti Neff-Tiven rain falls special on me will kick off the 2021 season and return to in-person performances.
ZACH Theatre Announces 2021-22 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2021
Three productions include the ZACH360 experience, ZACH's new artistic initiative to create dynamic theatre experiences that are immersive, revelatory, and fun. Actors engage the audience in the storytelling, as ZACH takes a fresh approach to familiar work.
ATX Theatre Launches New Website and Prepares for Return of Live Productions
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2021
ATX Theatre, a coalition of Austin’s more than 80 theatre companies, has announced the launch of a new website, which will be a hub for all things Austin theatre. The group formed to encourage collaborations and resource-sharing just before COVID-19 closed theatre doors.
BWW Review: ANNIE JUMP AND THE LIBRARY OF HEAVEN at The Vortex
by Lynn Beaver - July 08, 2021
ANNIE JUMP AND THE LLIBRARY OF HEAVEN finished its run at The Vortex Saturday night to thunderous applause from the audience and fireworks in the distance. What a triumphant return for live theatre at the iconic Austin venue The Vortex!
Austin Playhouse To Depart Austin Community College Highland As Their Home
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2021
This summer will also bring the public launch of Austin Playhouse's Capital Campaign for their permanent home. Announcements to come and will have information on campaign goals, naming opportunities and all the ways everyone can be involved in the building of this new venue space that will house Austin Playhouse and serve Austin's creative community.
Rock 'N' Restock Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Seven Free Concerts In Austin
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2021
Austin-based Pure Gold Realty, led by music fanatic and top producing real estate agent Chad Goldwasser, continue their 20-year tradition of bringing a unique live music experience to Austin neighbors with Rock 'n' Restock 2021.
Tickets for THE ADDAMS FAMILY Now On Sale at Hill Country Community Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2021
Tickets are now on sale for the highly anticipated musical, “The Addams Family.”  Based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by cartoonist Charles Addams, the show will open on July 16 and run through August 8.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Brings the Scares to Hill Country Community Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2021
Now grown-up, Wednesday Addams has fallen in love with Lucas Beineke, a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family. But he is a “normal” man her parents have never met. And if that were not upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father that they plan to marry and begs him not to tell her mother.
Pollyanna Theatre Company Announces Summer Camp Production MISS PUMPELHOUSE IS MISSING!
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2021
Miss Pumpelhouse is everyone’s favorite teacher, but on the day of the big class party, she suddenly goes missing! Luckily, her smart students are on the case. Creating their own scenes through mad libs, each child will act out a part in this fun, interactive mystery. The crazier the suggestions, the better! 
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING to be Presented by Austin Shakespeare
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2021
Austin Shakespeare will return to the outdoor stage with Young Shakespeare presenting the romantic comedy Much Ado About Nothing at 8 p.m. July 9-11 and July 15-18 at The Curtain Theatre, Austin's replica of an Elizabethan theatre.
Texas Performing Arts Announces 2021-2022 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2021
After spearheading a $3M renovation of Austin’s largest theater, Executive & Artistic Director Bob Bursey has announced his first curated season of music, dance, theater, and performance for Texas Performing Arts. A dozen live productions will mark its 40th Anniversary season in 2021-2022.
Pianist Sarah Cahill to Perform Rarely-Heard Works By Women Composers At Old First Church
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2021
On Friday, July 16, 2021 at 8pm PT, Sarah Cahill will return to Old First Concerts to perform selections from her project, The Future is Female. This is a hybrid concert – seating is limited to 100 people at Old First Church and general admission is $25.

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