Photo Flash: THE MERCHANT OF VENICE at Austin Shakespeare
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
BroadwayWorld has a first look at THE MERCHANT OF VENICE at Austin Shakespeare! Check out the photos!
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
BroadwayWorld has a first look at THE MERCHANT OF VENICE at Austin Shakespeare! Check out the photos!
BWW Review: TERMINATOR THE MUSICAL Irreverently Parodies The Sci-Fi Classic in Austin, Tx
by Amy Tarver - May 18, 2019
Appropriately playing at Fallout Theatre's historically comedic stage, TERMINATOR: THE MUSICAL parodies Arnold Schwarzenegger's hit 1984 and 1991 films, The Terminator and T2: Judgement Day. The film features a time travelling robot, who has travelled from 2029 to 1984 in order to kill Sarah Connor before she gives birth to her son Jon Connor, the future hero in the war between humans and machines. The simple premise with complicated time travelling implications, propelled The Terminator franchise into a cult following over the past 3 decades. One fan of the franchise in particular must be Breanna Bietz - the writer and director of this hilarious musical parody. The show in fact parodies both the first and second Terminator films, beginning with the robotic assassin attempting to find and kill Sarah Connor, and moves to her son Jon being born and navigating the second round of time-hopping killer robots. With songs displaying the tough life of a maniacal robot's need for love, raunchy sex fueled attraction, and cheesy deaths, TERMINATOR THE MUSICAL delivers laughs through melody and great comedic timing and farce.
by Amy Tarver - May 18, 2019
Appropriately playing at Fallout Theatre's historically comedic stage, TERMINATOR: THE MUSICAL parodies Arnold Schwarzenegger's hit 1984 and 1991 films, The Terminator and T2: Judgement Day. The film features a time travelling robot, who has travelled from 2029 to 1984 in order to kill Sarah Connor before she gives birth to her son Jon Connor, the future hero in the war between humans and machines. The simple premise with complicated time travelling implications, propelled The Terminator franchise into a cult following over the past 3 decades. One fan of the franchise in particular must be Breanna Bietz - the writer and director of this hilarious musical parody. The show in fact parodies both the first and second Terminator films, beginning with the robotic assassin attempting to find and kill Sarah Connor, and moves to her son Jon being born and navigating the second round of time-hopping killer robots. With songs displaying the tough life of a maniacal robot's need for love, raunchy sex fueled attraction, and cheesy deaths, TERMINATOR THE MUSICAL delivers laughs through melody and great comedic timing and farce.
BWW Review: WHO FRAMED ROGER REPLICANT Keeps Austin Weird at Butterfly Bar
by Amanda England - May 16, 2019
by Amanda England - May 16, 2019
Artist Elizabeth Chiles Highlights Texas Landscape in Solo Exhibition This Summer
by Sarah Hookey - May 16, 2019
On Tuesday, July 16, 2019, Austin's Central Library opens On Water, a solo exhibition featuring 14 large scale photographs and photographic collages by artist Elizabeth Chiles.
by Sarah Hookey - May 16, 2019
On Tuesday, July 16, 2019, Austin's Central Library opens On Water, a solo exhibition featuring 14 large scale photographs and photographic collages by artist Elizabeth Chiles.
HAMILTON Announces Digital Lottery for Austin Performances
by Sarah Hookey - May 16, 2019
Jeffrey Seller and Lexus Broadway in Austin presented by Texas Performing Arts announce a digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show's first performance (May 28) in Austin at Bass Concert Hall.
by Sarah Hookey - May 16, 2019
Jeffrey Seller and Lexus Broadway in Austin presented by Texas Performing Arts announce a digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show's first performance (May 28) in Austin at Bass Concert Hall.
PARALLEL LIVES Comes to City Theatre Austin
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2019
Kicking off the 2019 summer season, City Theatre Austin will present Kathy Najimy and Mo Gaffney's hilarious and insightful cult comedy Parallel Lives. Two women, twenty-five characters, and an evening of laughter that you will never forget. It's a must see!
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2019
Kicking off the 2019 summer season, City Theatre Austin will present Kathy Najimy and Mo Gaffney's hilarious and insightful cult comedy Parallel Lives. Two women, twenty-five characters, and an evening of laughter that you will never forget. It's a must see!
Frank Wo/Men Collective Presents RUB A DUCK
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2019
Frank Wo/Men Collective presents its fourth evening-length physical theatre project, Rub A Duck, June 13-16 at Blue Genie Art Bazaar's air-conditioned, wheelchair-accessible warehouse space at 6100 Airport Blvd.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2019
Frank Wo/Men Collective presents its fourth evening-length physical theatre project, Rub A Duck, June 13-16 at Blue Genie Art Bazaar's air-conditioned, wheelchair-accessible warehouse space at 6100 Airport Blvd.
Austin Actors To Perform DOUBT At Hill Country Community Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2019
Tickets are now on sale for the drama "Doubt - A Parable," written by John Patrick Shanley, for four performances only, at the Hill Country Community Theatre. Reservations can be made by calling (830) 798-8944, or online at www.theHCCT.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2019
Tickets are now on sale for the drama "Doubt - A Parable," written by John Patrick Shanley, for four performances only, at the Hill Country Community Theatre. Reservations can be made by calling (830) 798-8944, or online at www.theHCCT.
BWW Review: MARY PAGE MARLOWE at The Alchemy Theatre
by Jesse Griffith - May 14, 2019
Welcome to The Alchemy Theatre, a new Austin venue presenting the regional premiere of Mary Page Marlowe from playwright Tracy Letts (August: Osage County) at the Mastrogeorge Theatre. Mary Page Marlowe showcases nineteen high-caliber artists who give us eleven glimpses, (in nonlinear order) into the life of one woman, and the results could not be more compelling.
by Jesse Griffith - May 14, 2019
Welcome to The Alchemy Theatre, a new Austin venue presenting the regional premiere of Mary Page Marlowe from playwright Tracy Letts (August: Osage County) at the Mastrogeorge Theatre. Mary Page Marlowe showcases nineteen high-caliber artists who give us eleven glimpses, (in nonlinear order) into the life of one woman, and the results could not be more compelling.
Austin Critics Table Announces 2018-2019 Award Nominees
by Frank Benge - May 13, 2019
After considering hundreds of live stage productions, concerts, and art exhibitions in Austin between the dates of May 1, 2018, and April 30, 2019, members of the Austin Critics Table have announced their nominees for outstanding dance, classical music, visual art, and theatre with the nominees for the 2019 Critics Table Awards.
by Frank Benge - May 13, 2019
After considering hundreds of live stage productions, concerts, and art exhibitions in Austin between the dates of May 1, 2018, and April 30, 2019, members of the Austin Critics Table have announced their nominees for outstanding dance, classical music, visual art, and theatre with the nominees for the 2019 Critics Table Awards.
BWW Review: North American Tour of CATS Epitomizes Excellence
by Lacey Cannon Gonzales - May 09, 2019
This production of CATS epitomizes excellence in musical theatre. Putting a show of this caliber in the capable hands of this almost universally young cast is a move that pays off. With fresh, revitalizing energy, soaring music, and jaw-dropping choreography, CATS is sure to delight fans of the original show and a whole new generation of theatergoers. Hurry up and catch this spectacular show before it leaves Austin on May 12th.
by Lacey Cannon Gonzales - May 09, 2019
This production of CATS epitomizes excellence in musical theatre. Putting a show of this caliber in the capable hands of this almost universally young cast is a move that pays off. With fresh, revitalizing energy, soaring music, and jaw-dropping choreography, CATS is sure to delight fans of the original show and a whole new generation of theatergoers. Hurry up and catch this spectacular show before it leaves Austin on May 12th.
The Bluebonnet Chorale Presents 'Bluebonnet Country'
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2019
The Bluebonnet Chorale, the Hill Country Community Theatre Players will present a very special event, "Bluebonnet Country," for two performances only on Saturday, June 1 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, June 2 at 2:15 PM.
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2019
The Bluebonnet Chorale, the Hill Country Community Theatre Players will present a very special event, "Bluebonnet Country," for two performances only on Saturday, June 1 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, June 2 at 2:15 PM.
Blanton Museum Permanently Endows Spanish Americas Curatorship
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2019
The Blanton Museum of Art at The University of Texas at Austin and the Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation announce the permanent endowment of a curatorial position devoted to art of the Spanish Americas, a growing field of art historical research. The Marilynn Thoma Associate Curator, Art of the Spanish Americas position is currently held by Dr. Rosario I. Granados and will solidify the museum's commitment to the study of art from the Spanish and Portuguese Americas. Funded by the Thoma Art of the Spanish Americas Endowment, the position is the second endowed curatorial position for Spanish American art in the United States, and the first named, endowed position at the Blanton Museum of Art.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2019
The Blanton Museum of Art at The University of Texas at Austin and the Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation announce the permanent endowment of a curatorial position devoted to art of the Spanish Americas, a growing field of art historical research. The Marilynn Thoma Associate Curator, Art of the Spanish Americas position is currently held by Dr. Rosario I. Granados and will solidify the museum's commitment to the study of art from the Spanish and Portuguese Americas. Funded by the Thoma Art of the Spanish Americas Endowment, the position is the second endowed curatorial position for Spanish American art in the United States, and the first named, endowed position at the Blanton Museum of Art.
Scholarships Available For SEUSSICAL JR. At HCCT
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2019
The Hill Country Community Theatre believes in the power of theatre and the importance of arts education. But they need your help! HCCT is seeking donations to help students attend our Youth Summer Theatre Program. With your help, all students--regardless of economic situation--have access to theatre and arts education.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2019
The Hill Country Community Theatre believes in the power of theatre and the importance of arts education. But they need your help! HCCT is seeking donations to help students attend our Youth Summer Theatre Program. With your help, all students--regardless of economic situation--have access to theatre and arts education.
Austin Critics Table Announces 2019 Artists Honors
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2019
The Austin Critics Table, composed of reviewers both from the print media and from on-line platforms, announces the following awards honoring artists and supporters of the arts for its 26th year of activity:
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2019
The Austin Critics Table, composed of reviewers both from the print media and from on-line platforms, announces the following awards honoring artists and supporters of the arts for its 26th year of activity:
BWW Review: ZACH's THE BALLAD OF KLOOK AND VINETTE Sings with Charm and Shine
by Joni Lorraine - May 02, 2019
In the bittersweet end, Klook and Vinette are loving, lovable and loved.
by Joni Lorraine - May 02, 2019
In the bittersweet end, Klook and Vinette are loving, lovable and loved.
BWW Review: LA BOHEMÈ - Austin Opera Shines With Puccini Favorite
by Lynn Beaver - May 02, 2019
Over the last couple of years reviewing opera with BroadwayWorld, I have become a fan. Not only a fan of the classical work but a fan of Austin Opera and the sumptuous productions they bring to the stage. It makes my heart soar to hear the first strains of the orchestra conducted by the amazing Peter Bay and watch the curtain rise on pure magic.
by Lynn Beaver - May 02, 2019
Over the last couple of years reviewing opera with BroadwayWorld, I have become a fan. Not only a fan of the classical work but a fan of Austin Opera and the sumptuous productions they bring to the stage. It makes my heart soar to hear the first strains of the orchestra conducted by the amazing Peter Bay and watch the curtain rise on pure magic.
Photo Flash: THE BALLAD OF KLOOK AND VINETTE At ZACH Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2019
ZACH Theatre announces the cast for the Texas premiere of the soulful musical lovestory, The Ballad of Klook and Vinette, running April 24 - May 26, 2019 in The Kleberg. After making a triumphant American Premiere last year at the Horizon Theatre, Musical Director Christian Magbywill join this production with direction by ZACH's Producing Artistic Director Dave Steakley. The Ballad of Klook and Vinette has a Book by Che Walkerwith Music and Lyrics by Anoushka Lucas and Omar Lyefook.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2019
ZACH Theatre announces the cast for the Texas premiere of the soulful musical lovestory, The Ballad of Klook and Vinette, running April 24 - May 26, 2019 in The Kleberg. After making a triumphant American Premiere last year at the Horizon Theatre, Musical Director Christian Magbywill join this production with direction by ZACH's Producing Artistic Director Dave Steakley. The Ballad of Klook and Vinette has a Book by Che Walkerwith Music and Lyrics by Anoushka Lucas and Omar Lyefook.
BWW Review: THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME - Texas State Rings In Masterpiece
by Lynn Beaver - May 02, 2019
With the Notre Dame Cathedral still in the news after a nearly catastrophic fire so recently it seemed strange coincidence to attend a production of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME. It certainly brought home for me the majesty of the medieval church but it also lent a small glimpse into the immense scope of Hugo's work. Kaitlin Hopkins takes the medieval setting and recreates it in a high concept artwork in black, white, tones of gray and slashes of crimson. The effect is a feast for the senses.
by Lynn Beaver - May 02, 2019
With the Notre Dame Cathedral still in the news after a nearly catastrophic fire so recently it seemed strange coincidence to attend a production of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME. It certainly brought home for me the majesty of the medieval church but it also lent a small glimpse into the immense scope of Hugo's work. Kaitlin Hopkins takes the medieval setting and recreates it in a high concept artwork in black, white, tones of gray and slashes of crimson. The effect is a feast for the senses.
Cast Announced For DOUBT, A PARABLE at The Hill Country Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2019
The Hill Country Theatre will present the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning drama "Doubt, A Parable," as part of its Plays for New Audiences series, this month. Director Patrick Lescarbeau has assembled an impressive cast of Austin actors who will be coming to Cottonwood Shores to perform the play. John Patrick Shanley's 90-minute one-act will run for four performances only, May 23-26.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2019
The Hill Country Theatre will present the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning drama "Doubt, A Parable," as part of its Plays for New Audiences series, this month. Director Patrick Lescarbeau has assembled an impressive cast of Austin actors who will be coming to Cottonwood Shores to perform the play. John Patrick Shanley's 90-minute one-act will run for four performances only, May 23-26.
BWW Review: THE CHILDREN at Trinity Street Playhouse
by Jesse Griffith - April 30, 2019
Where to start when reviewing the best play in town? Start with the beginning I suppose, and The Children begins with a gorgeous set courtesy of Michael Krauss and Carlo Lorenzo Garcia. It's a small cottage on the east coast of England and it has that perfect 'lived-in look'. It would be easy to create a passable set but this one is rich with details, depth and character. Add to that a terrific lighting design from Alison Lewis and sound design from Craig Brock and you have a three-dimensional environment worthy of a play of this caliber from playwright Lucy Kirkwood.
by Jesse Griffith - April 30, 2019
Where to start when reviewing the best play in town? Start with the beginning I suppose, and The Children begins with a gorgeous set courtesy of Michael Krauss and Carlo Lorenzo Garcia. It's a small cottage on the east coast of England and it has that perfect 'lived-in look'. It would be easy to create a passable set but this one is rich with details, depth and character. Add to that a terrific lighting design from Alison Lewis and sound design from Craig Brock and you have a three-dimensional environment worthy of a play of this caliber from playwright Lucy Kirkwood.
BWW Review: COPENHAGEN Pontificates the Explosive Meeting of Atomic Minds in Austin, TX
by Amy Tarver - April 26, 2019
The mission statement of Austin Playhouse is to "Provide opportunities for both Austinite performers and audiences to celebrate the human experience". COPENHAGEN, now playing at their temporary home in the ACC Highland Campus, examines a highly debated meeting between Quantum Mechanics pioneer Werner Heisenberg (played by David Stahl), and his mentor, the "Pope" of Quantum Mechanics, Niels Bohr (play by Ev Lunning Jr.). Also attended by Bohr's wife Margrethe Bohr (played by Babs George), this meeting of the minds takes place years after their first skiing vacations together, in which they collaborated to prove Albert Einstein wrong on atomic theory. The examined reunion took place in September 1941, when Heisenberg was working in Nazi Germany as part of their atomic program. Travelling to Denmark to meet with Bohr, a Danish Jew, tensions ran high as the time for the meeting came closer. Within the polarizing political climate of the time, the show displays the current debate and inherently speculative narrative of what was discussed during this visit and how it may have changed human history.
by Amy Tarver - April 26, 2019
The mission statement of Austin Playhouse is to "Provide opportunities for both Austinite performers and audiences to celebrate the human experience". COPENHAGEN, now playing at their temporary home in the ACC Highland Campus, examines a highly debated meeting between Quantum Mechanics pioneer Werner Heisenberg (played by David Stahl), and his mentor, the "Pope" of Quantum Mechanics, Niels Bohr (play by Ev Lunning Jr.). Also attended by Bohr's wife Margrethe Bohr (played by Babs George), this meeting of the minds takes place years after their first skiing vacations together, in which they collaborated to prove Albert Einstein wrong on atomic theory. The examined reunion took place in September 1941, when Heisenberg was working in Nazi Germany as part of their atomic program. Travelling to Denmark to meet with Bohr, a Danish Jew, tensions ran high as the time for the meeting came closer. Within the polarizing political climate of the time, the show displays the current debate and inherently speculative narrative of what was discussed during this visit and how it may have changed human history.
BWW Review: Rude Mechanicals NOT EVERY MOUNTAIN Mesmerizes
by Joni Lorraine - April 25, 2019
Rude Mechanicals Co-Artistic Producers Thomas Graves and Kirk Lynn created NOT EVERY MOUNTAIN as a part of a project the theatre company is working on called Perverse Results (a name derived from a corollary of Murphy's Law.) Through the unique, collaborative method the Rudes use to create a project, Graves brought the idea to Lynn in a desire to portray appreciation for the natural world in a dance piece that involved geometric shapes. Lynn had been working on a writing prompt every morning over the years that began with, 'Not Every Mountain...'. The result was first performed here in Austin, and the Rudes were given a residency for the piece at The Guthrie Theatre, and again at Theatre Nanterre-Amandiers and Pivot Arts Festival Incubator Arts Program.
by Joni Lorraine - April 25, 2019
Rude Mechanicals Co-Artistic Producers Thomas Graves and Kirk Lynn created NOT EVERY MOUNTAIN as a part of a project the theatre company is working on called Perverse Results (a name derived from a corollary of Murphy's Law.) Through the unique, collaborative method the Rudes use to create a project, Graves brought the idea to Lynn in a desire to portray appreciation for the natural world in a dance piece that involved geometric shapes. Lynn had been working on a writing prompt every morning over the years that began with, 'Not Every Mountain...'. The result was first performed here in Austin, and the Rudes were given a residency for the piece at The Guthrie Theatre, and again at Theatre Nanterre-Amandiers and Pivot Arts Festival Incubator Arts Program.
ZACH Theatre Announces Cast of IMMORTAL LONGINGS
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2019
ZACH Theatre announces the cast for the world premiere of Immortal Longings, the newest work by playwright and American Legend Terrence McNally.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2019
ZACH Theatre announces the cast for the world premiere of Immortal Longings, the newest work by playwright and American Legend Terrence McNally.
Southwest Theatre Productions Announces its First Ever Playwriting Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2019
Southwest Theatre Productions is proud to announce it's very first international playwriting festival and reading series, presenting the top three chosen plays from a field of about 200 in three staged readings during the month of May. The playwrights will be in attendance as SWTP features their brand new scripts as well as some of Austin's finest actors.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2019
Southwest Theatre Productions is proud to announce it's very first international playwriting festival and reading series, presenting the top three chosen plays from a field of about 200 in three staged readings during the month of May. The playwrights will be in attendance as SWTP features their brand new scripts as well as some of Austin's finest actors.
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