On the Road with the Beats
Thu. 06/26 | 10:00AM - Sun. 08/03 @ Harry Ransom Center (Campus)
An exhibition tracing the travels of Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg, William S. Burroughs, and their friends across America and the globe. Manuscripts, books, photographs, and visual art from th…more»
In Citizen's Garb: Southern Plains Native Americans, 1889-1891
Sat. 09/15 | 7:00PM - Tue. 01/06 @ Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
The 1880's and 1890's were decades of tremendous upheaval for many native peoples in Texas. Numerous Indian reservations were opened in the Oklahoma and Indian Territories during this …more»
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In the decades between 1880 and 1900, American Indians underwent significant cultural transformations as a result of European settlers who thrust them into reservations and Euro-American customs. During this period, William J. Lenny and William L. Sawyers opened a photo studio in Purcell, Okla., near the reservations, and photographed American Indians in both their traditional dress and the current fashions of the time.read more at austin360.com
Figure Drawing
Every Monday 6:45PM @ Pump Project Art Complex (East Side)
Cost: $5 model fee (required) plus $5 instructor fee (optional) The Night Moves Figure Ensemble sets up camp at Pump Project every Monday and Wednesday evening for figure drawing commencin…more»
I Google Myself: A Comedy by Jason Schafer
Thu. 07/17 | 8:00PM - Sat. 08/02 @ Hyde Park Theatre (Campus)
Jason Schafer's comedic thriller is an insightful and entertaining window into our society's preoccupation with fame and recognition, and how internet innovations like blogs and online…more»
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The surprise hit of this year’s FronteraFest, Jason Schafer’s play focuses on three very different men — a lonely stalker, a mechanic and a gay porn star — who share the same name and find one another through the Internet search engine. What is it about that narcissistic impulse that drives people to search obsessively for themselves on the Internet? Capital T Theatre re-stages its production. Adult themes and language. more at austin360.com
Dia de los Muertos Altar Exhibition
Every Monday 10:00AM @ Mexic-Arte Museum (Warehouse District)
Traditional and contemporary altars created by individuals and organizations in the Austin community in remembrance of their relatives or friends; adorned with flowers, photographs, skulls, …more»
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Matchi and Clare Townes paintings
Mon. 06/30 | 4:30PM - Sun. 08/03 @ Hyde Park Bar & Grill (North Austin)
Please join us at an opening reception for Matchi and Clare Townes at Hyde Park Bar and Grill, 4206 Duval, on Monday June 30th from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. This joint show features the always-i…more»
The New Movement - Level 1 Improv Class
Every Monday 6:00PM @ The New Movement Theater (East Side)
The New Movement is Austin's newest comedy training center helmed by two of Austin's most experienced performers and teachers. Our improv classes are geared towards finding the fastest way to …more»
Sol LeWitt: Structure and Line
Sat. 05/24 | 7:00PM - Sun. 08/17 @ AMOA - Downtown
Sol LeWitt is one of the most influential figures in the history of twentieth-century art. LeWitt was among the many young artists who challenged the prevailing art of the time by emphasizing …more»
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‘What does art sound like?’ Find out tonight with Austin composer Reynolds’ interpretation of Sol LeWitt’s visual art work. more at austin360.com
The Monday Night Mash - Live Improv Comedy!
Every Monday 8:30PM @ ColdTowne Theater (East Side)
Monday Night Comedy Mash! Every Monday at 8:30PM, 3 hilarious troupes of comedians will satisfy your Monday night jonesing for fresh, fun improvised comedy. Mondays, 8:30pm, Coldtowne Theate…more»
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Weekly show, hosted by Albert Im, features local troupes performing long-form improv.
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Austin Film Meet
Every Monday 7:00PM @ Check austinfilmmeet.com for location.
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SNELL
Thu. 07/03 | 7:00PM - Thu. 07/31 @ Pink Hair Salon and Gallery (South Austin)
SNELL will be in the PinkPINK Salon and Gallery1204 South CongressAustin, 78704512-447-2888Opening Reception is Thursday, July 3, from 7 to 10.Show will hang for month of July.The temperature …more»
Austin Film Festival 6th Summer Film Camp
Mon. 06/09 | 9:00AM - Fri. 08/08 @ McCullough Theatre
Unleash your child’s imagination!“I would tell anyone with even the slightest interest in filmmaking to go. The experience is completely worth it." – Elizabeth Breazile,…more»
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Leanne Venier's "Abstractions"
Sun. 07/01 | 12:00AM (Sat Midnight) - Fri. 08/01 @ New World Deli
New World Deli is now featuring the energetic and sensuous abstract oil paintings of Leanne Venier. The artist breathes life into paint, and what emerges in her works is provocative and often …more»
Exquisite Visions of Japan
Tue. 07/01 | 6:00PM - Wed. 08/27 @ Blanton Museum of Art (Campus)
Be the first to submit a review! Add Review Ukiyo-e, or images of the 'floating world,' are Japanese woodblock prints that feature beautiful vistas, lush scenery, and natural wonder…more»
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Even though the Fourth of July holiday pushed the Blanton’s B Scene back a week this month, the art party promises to be bigger and better than ever. Tonight’s festivities celebrate the opening of the museum’s latest exhibit, “Exquisite Visions of Japan: Prints from the James A. Michener Collection of the Honolulu Academy of Arts,” with a Japanese-style festival featuring world-beat DJ Avatar, gallery tours, hands-on art activities, light snacks courtesy of Catering by Rosemary and a cash bar featuring the Blanton’s signature drink, the Blantini.
— Shannon McGarvey
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Sai Sei Party
Tue. 12/04 | 7:00PM - Thu. 01/08 @ Silhouette Restaurant & Bar
Sai Sei Party! (part of the weekly tuesday Gan-So Ladies Night Collective @ Silhouette)Come see 3 of Austin's respected Graffiti Artists display a Brand New Urban Art Collection!(All new a…more»
Exquisite Visions of Japan
Sun. 06/29 | 1:00PM - Sun. 08/24 @ Blanton Museum of Art (Campus)
Exquisite Visions of Japan: Prints from the James A. Michener Collection of the Honolulu Academy of ArtsEscape to an enchanted world this summer. James A. Michener assembled one of the f…more»
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Even though the Fourth of July holiday pushed the Blanton’s B Scene back a week this month, the art party promises to be bigger and better than ever. Tonight’s festivities celebrate the opening of the museum’s latest exhibit, “Exquisite Visions of Japan: Prints from the James A. Michener Collection of the Honolulu Academy of Arts,” with a Japanese-style festival featuring world-beat DJ Avatar, gallery tours, hands-on art activities, light snacks courtesy of Catering by Rosemary and a cash bar featuring the Blanton’s signature drink, the Blantini.
— Shannon McGarvey
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Austin Film Festival Summer Film Camp
Sun. 06/08 | 12:00AM (Sat Midnight) - Fri. 08/08 @ McCullough Theatre
The Austin Film Festival Summer Film Camp will be held at McCallum High School on June 9-August 8, 2008 for ages 9-17.For it's 6th year, the AFF Summer Film Camp returns to offer youth unp…more»
Summer Group Show: Line/Form
Thu. 07/03 | 6:00PM - Sat. 08/09 @ d berman gallery
1701 Guadalupe StreetAustin, Texas 78701Summer Group Show:Line/FormFeaturing:Alice Leora Briggs, Jeffrey Dell, Mary McCleary, Joseph Phillips & Shawn Smith 3 July- 9 August 2008 Opening Re…more»
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Austin artists Alice Leora Briggs, Jeffrey Dell, Mary McCleary, Joseph Phillips and Shawn Smith employ varied artistic styles — from seriograph to 18th-century sgraffito to assemblages of tiny wood cubes — to craft clever yet stunning works that celebrate line and form.
— Jeanne Claire van Ryzin
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ZACH Theatre’s Performing Arts School presents SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL
Fri. 06/27 | 7:00PM - Sun. 08/10 @ Texas School For the Deaf, Davis Auditorium
ZACH Theatre's Performing Arts School presents Seussical The Musical - a FUNtastical, magical extravaganza based on the books of Dr. Seuss - live on stage this summer! Your family will be …more»
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A family-oriented musical based on the books of Dr. Seuss and starring youths and adults. more at austin360.com
Amuse-Bouche Exhibition
Sat. 07/19 | 6:00PM - Sat. 08/16 @ Creative Research Laboratory
When: Opening Reception: Saturday, July 19, 6 - 9 pm Exhibition: July 19 - August 16, 2008 …more»
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Eight graduate art history students at the University of Texas select eight studio art graduate students for a lively group exhibition of painting, sculpture, large-scale works on paper and plenty of video art. The opening reception features a one-time performance of Joseph Winchester’s ‘Film Machine 4.’ more at austin360.com
Austin Java (free) Movie Night @ Parkway
Every Monday 8:00PM @ Austin Java on 12th & Lamar (Central)
Join us for movie night at Austin Java Parkway (12th and Lamar)! The movies will be projected in our Java Lounge on the back patio - this event is fun for a date or for the family; grab a beer…more»
Galaxy Dance Classes
Every Monday 6:30PM @ Galaxy Studios (South Austin)
Mondays: 6:30- Adult Ballet 7:00- Sexy Stiletto 7:30- Ballroom 8:00- Intermediate Hip Hop
AUSTIN ART START AND METROHOUSE PRESENT: Chase Underground: A Temporary Subterrane...
Mon. 07/14 | 7:00AM - Thu. 07/31 @ Chase Tower
Chase Underground: A Temporary Subterranean Art Exhibition - This temporary art installation presents the work of several emerging Austin artists Shawn Camp, Andrew Long, Michael Merck, Eliza …more»
Monday Margaritas and Movies
Every Monday 8:00PM @ The Belmont (West Sixth)
The Belmont has a new special on Monday nights just in time for summer. Monday Margaritas and Movies combine two of the Belmont’s most popular weekly events Moonlight Cinema, formerly on…more»
On The Road With The Beats
Tue. 02/05 | 7:00PM - Sun. 08/03 @ Harry Ransom Center (Campus)
Jack Kerouac's scroll manuscript of On the Road will be featured in the exhibition for a limited time only, from March 7 to June 1.
Drink & Draw
Every Monday 9:30PM - Mon. 02/22 @ Mellow Mushroom (Campus)
We provide the models and basic art supplies, you create a masterpiece. We will be starting with a warm up model around 9:30pm and have a 2nd Model around 10:30pm. DJ Hotbritches spinning and …more»
Improv 101 Class at Merlin Works Institute for Improvisation
Every Monday 8:00PM @ Salvage Vanguard Theater (Campus)
Improv 101 Class at the Merlin Works Institute for Improvisation For complete beginners and experienced actors, this workshop teaches the fundamentals of improvisation. The class's interactiv…more»
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The Language of Prints
Tue. 04/22 | 7:00PM - Sun. 08/17 @ Blanton Museum of Art (Campus)
The Language of Prints will include 100-120 of the museum’s finest prints, exemplifying multiple major techniques of printmaking and exploring the ways in which these fascinating works o…more»
Opening Reception and Exhibition of US
Sat. 07/12 | 7:00PM - Thu. 07/31 @ New East Arts Gallery
Who: DiverseArts and Ricardo AcevedoWhat: US: a showcase of local rainbow families that celebrate diversityWhere: New East Arts Gallery, 1601 East 5th Street, Suite 106(Open from …more»
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Improv 101 Class at Merlin Works Institute for Improvisation
Every Monday 2:00PM @ Salvage Vanguard Theater (Campus)
Improv 101 Class at the Merlin Works Institute for Improvisation For complete beginners and experienced actors, this workshop teaches the fundamentals of improvisation. The class's interactiv…more»
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On the Road with the Beats" opens today at the Ransom Center. The exhibit, with more than 250 items from the Ransom’s collections, follows the landscapes, communities and cities that influenced the Beat Generation and their works.more at Austin360.com