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Review: PHOTOGRAPH 51 at The Filigree Theatre


Under the skillful direction of Elizabeth V. Newman, Photograph 51 is a tribute to Dr. Rosalind Franklin and her unaccredited contributions to science. Entertaining, poignant, and relevant to the ongoing conversations about the role of women in a male-dominated society.

The Filigree Theatre's Second Show Of The Season PHOTOGRAPH 51 To Play Factory On 5th


The second show in The Filigree Theatre's special Fifth Anniversary Season, “Photograph 51,” written by Anna Ziegler, will start Thursday, Jan. 25 and continue through Sunday, Jan. 28 starting at 8 p.m. each night, with a 3 p.m. Sunday matinee, at the Factory on 5th (3409 E. 5th St., Austin, TX 78702).

The Filigree Theatre Unveils the Cast For PHOTOGRAPH 51


The Filigree Theatre has revealed the full cast list for 'Photograph 51' happening Jan. 25-28 & Feb. 1-4. Get all the details here!

Review: IT'S ONLY A PLAY at City Theatre Austin


Terrence McNally’s 'It's Only a Play' is a masterful exploration of the entertainment world, brought to life by the talented ensemble of City Theatre and McNally's insightful writing, making it a must-see for those seeking both entertainment and introspection on the theater industry and its colorful characters.

IT'S ONLY A PLAY, McNally's Hit Comedy, to Take the Stage at The City Theatre Company This Month


The City Theatre Company will continue its 2023 fall theatre season with Terrence McNally's side-splitting Broadway comedy salute It's Only a Play. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Review: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST At The City Theatre Delivers Delightful Satire!


City Center Theatre's rendition of The Importance of Being Earnest successfully brings Victorian England to life through its set design, costumes, and charming performances. The play's clever humor and satire shine through the comedic portrayal of societal norms and the exploration of dual identities. The talented cast, led by remarkable portrayals of Algernon and Jack, adds depth to Wilde's beloved play. This production is a delightful experience that should not be missed by theater enthusiasts of all ages.

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Plays City Theatre Austin June 3 - 18


The City Theatre Company begins its summer 2023 season with Oscar Wilde's delightful satire The Importance of Being Earnest. Quick-tongued, lively, fast-paced Wilde at his best, it is a merry-go-round of mistaken identity, sparkling wit, and daring humor at every turn brought to new life with panache from CTC's guest director, Karen Sneed. The show runs June 3 - 18 at Genesis Creative Collective

AUSTIN ACTS! A Virtual Stage Talent Competition Announced


As 2020 comes to a close, The City Theatre Company presents AUSTIN ACTS! A Virtual Stage Talent Competition. The original performance contest brings local actors together in an end-of-year online event that, in these challenging moments, keeps Austin arts in motion.

Photo Flash: City Theatre Austin Presents A TUNA CHRISTMAS


Continuing all the fun of the 2019 holiday season, the City Theatre Austin is thrilled to present the hilarious comedy A TUNA CHRISTMAS by Jaston Williams, Joe Sears, and Ed Howard. 

TUNA And QUICHE - Yummy Holiday Shows Served Up At The City Theatre Austin


Put a little theatre in your life! Curtain Up! Holiday shows, plus theatre to kick-off the new year

A TUNA CHRISTMAS Comes to City Theatre Austin


Keep your 2019 holiday season going strong with lots of la a?" la a?" la a?" laughter as City Theatre Austin brings back the hit southern comedy A Tuna Christmas, the show with two actors, twenty-two characters and so much holiday small-town fun you don't want to miss.

Street Corner Arts Presents JUNK By Ayad Akhtar


Street Corner Arts will bring Pulitzer-Prize-winning author of DISGRACED, Ayad Akhtar's JUNK (Nominated for 2 Tony Awards in 2018; Best Play, Best Lighting Design). Inspired by the junk bond scandal of the 80s and set in the manic high-stakes trading shark tank of Wall Street, JUNK takes you on whirlwind ride at the genesis of debt financing which was the root cause of the recent housing crisis in this country.

Photo Flash: First Look at A TUNA CHRISTMAS at City Theatre Austin


Everything's bigger in Texas, including the folks and family we all know and love! It's Christmas Eve in the Lone Star state and radio station personalities Thurston Wheelis and Arles Struvie report local news on the Yuletide activities that have gripped their little whistle-stop of Tuna, the third smallest town in Texas, where the Lion's Club is too liberal, and Patsy Cline never dies. What's to be done about Joe Bob Lipsey's disastrous Christmas Carol pageant, a sabotaged yard-decorating contest, and a mysterious phantom on the loose and spreading havoc? With quick-change zaniness and quicksilver one-liners, CTC all-star actors Scot Friedman and Rick Smith introduce us to twenty-two of the wildest citizens of one zany town bringing all the "joy to the world" that make the holidays so special. Oh, holy night!

BWW Review: A TUNA CHRISTMAS at The City Theatre


Welcome to Tuna, third - smallest town in the great state of Texas. I have been in love with it since my first visit in 1984 and it always feels like a return to the folks of my native Texan childhood. Never been to Tuna, Texas? Well I'm sorry and bless your heart, but fret not, even Yankees and foreigners enjoy visiting the fine residents of Tuna, Texas, especially at Christmas.

City Theatre Austin Presents A TUNA CHRISTMAS, The Hit Holiday Comedy


Ring in the holidays with the Texas-sized holiday comedy!

Photo Flash: First Look at THE SEAFARER at The City Theatre Austin


Continuing the fall 2017 season, City Theatre Austin presents the Austin premiere play THE SEAFAER, written by celebrated playwright Conor McPherson. The production runs three weeks at City Theatre, November 8th 26th. City Theatre will also be presenting FREE NIGHT OF THEATRE with the Wednesday, November 15th performance. The show information and dates are below.

BWW Review: THE SEAFARER First Rate Irish Tall Tale


THE SEAFARER is a 2006 play by Irish playwright Conor McPherson. Set on Christmas Eve in Baldoyle, a coastal suburb north of Dublin city, the play centers on James 'Sharky' Harkin (Steve Wright), an alcoholic who has recently returned to live with his blind, aging brother, Richard Harkin (Rick Felkins). Sharky's attempts to stay off the bottle are sorely tested by the hard-drinking, irascible Richard. Tension between them is evident from the start and exists mostly from Richard's constant sniping and excessive demands on his younger brother. A source of early conflict stems from Richard's inviting Nicky Gilbin (Scot Friedman) to join the men, along with Ivan (Rick Smith), for a game of poker. Nicky, as romantic rival of Sharky's, unexpectedly arrives for the card game with the mysterious Mr. Lockhart (Garry Peters). The play was nominated for multiple Tony Awards as well as the Olivier Award and Evening Standard Award for Best Play.

The City Theatre to Stage Austin Premiere of Conor McPherson's THE SEAFARER


Acclaimed Irish playwright Conon McPherson takes us to mystical and haunting land of Ireland as The City Theatre Company continue its 12th season with the Austin premiere of The Seafarer, running November 3 26.

The City Theatre to Stage Austin Premiere of Conor McPherson's THE SEAFARER


Acclaimed Irish playwright Conon McPherson takes us to mystical and haunting land of Ireland as The City Theatre Company continue its 12th season with the Austin premiere of The Seafarer, running November 3 26.

BWW Review: LAUGHTER ON THE 23RD FLOOR - Nostalgically Witty


Neil Simon's autobiographical comedy about his days as a writer in 1950's television, LAUGHTER ON THE 23RD FLOOR, currently playing at City Theatre is an excellent way to spend an evening with charm and nostalgic wit.

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