| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Akimbo Bubble Scuttle Ruckus with Frontera Fest Presented by Hyde Park Theatre at Salvage Vanguard Theater January 29-February 5, 2012 DA Foundry is proud to present, as part of Frontera Fest 2012, "Akimbo Bubble Scuttle Ruckus," a dark adorable sketch comedy extravaganza. Do all puppets have a violent nature? What do rocks feel?
Why are suicidal zombies so easy to empathize with? How did you really learn about sex? And why, oh, why is Evil so verbally incontinent? Come experience this hilariously touching, disturbing, raucous display of comedy-licious-ness.
Directed by Topping Haggerty, Susannah... | Hyde Park Theatre | 01/29/12-
02/05/12 | Austin |
The Village at Silver Spur TheatrePresented by The Silver Spur Theater Salado TX February 3-February 5, 2012 Comedy-Drama ‘The Village’ Premieres at Silver Spur Theatre;
Three Shows Only, Feb. 3-4; Gala LRTS Retrospective, Sun. Feb. 5
Ghost story is Playwright-Director Ramon Carver’s ‘swan song’ to Living Room Theatre
SALADO, TX – “The Village,” a new production premiering at the Salado Silver Spur Theatre on Friday, Feb. 3, is a full-length comedy with “a smattering of serious scenes,”... | The Silver Spur Theater Salado TX | 02/03/12-
02/05/12 | Salado |
Women Fully ClothedPresented by One World Theatre at One World Theatre February 7, 2012 Astute and hilarious, Women Fully Clothed seamlessly mixes friendship, family dynamics and self preservation with international relations, career responsibilities and the environment. You've lived it. These all-star comedians will make you laugh at it. WFC stars Second City TV veterans Kathryn Greenwood from Whose Line Is It Anyway, Robin Duke from Saturday Night Live, Jayne Eastwood from My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Chicago, Hairspray and Teresa Pavlinek from The Jane Show, History... | One World Theatre | 02/07/12 | Austin |
MERLIN WORKS IMPROV LAB: Session 1Presented by Merlin-Works at Salvage Vanguard Theater January 18-February 8, 2012 Students keep telling us they want more practice time. So we've created the Merlin Works Improv Lab. Like in college, it's lab time to get more hands-on practice and discussion on the topics you covered in your lecture class. Want to try that short form game again? Need to find some new characters? Missed some classes and you'd like to catch up? Graduated and want to keep up your improv practice? Your next level class doesn't fit in your schedule? Show up to lab with the topics you'd like to... | Merlin-Works | 01/18/12-
02/08/12 | Austin |
The Encyclopedia Show Austin - PFLUGERVILLE!Presented by The Encyclopedia Show, Austin at ND at 501 Studios February 9, 2012 This month: PFLUGERVILLE!
Featuring:
Comedian Brendan O'Grady
Doctor of English Amy Gentry
Host of '5 Things' Lesley Clayton
Improv Master Michael Jastroch
and
Pflugerville Native Genevieve Van Cleve
plus
the return of Stepdad Ron
and
The Lord Professor Michael Patrick Slefinger
Feb 9th
Doors 7:30 pm
Show starts promptly at 8:13 pm
See you in Pflugerville! | The Encyclopedia Show, Austin | 02/09/12 | Austin |
John Leguizamo LivePresented by WestBeth Entertainment at Paramount Theatre February 9-February 11, 2012 One of the nation’s funniest comics, Emmy Award winner John Leguizamo hits the road for his 2012 Ghetto Klown tour – directly from hit engagements In New York, Los Angeles and London.
The New York Times says that John is “irresistible -- with the energy of a 12-year old who has just downed a Red Bull and a jumbo package of Twinkies.” The Los Angeles Times says he is “a nuclear performer, ricocheting around the stage as though he had been shot out... | WestBeth Entertainment | 02/09/12-
02/11/12 | Austin |
AntarcticaPresented by Crank Collective at The City Theatre February 3-February 11, 2012 AUSTIN, Texas—As a follow-up to last year's Austin Critics Table nominated production Drone, Crank Collective presents Antarctica—where unsuspecting cruise ship passengers trapped in the Antarctic battle frostbite, pack ice, and penguins in an exuberant, rock musical tribute to explorer Ernest Shackleton.
Antarctica is a story of challenges met and overcome: from the crossing of a frozen continent; to the development of a cold-resistant new species; to the...
Check for Discount Ticket | Crank Collective | 02/03/12-
02/11/12 | Austin |
John Leguizamo, Ghetto Klown at The Paramount TheatrePresented by Paramount Theatre at Paramount Theatre February 11, 2012 John Leguizamo Live! His first tour since his record shattering SEXAHOLIX ....a love story. You know his Movies - 'To Wong Foo... ', 'Ice Age', 'Moulin Rouge', 'Summer of Sam', 'Carlito's Way' and ‘Romeo + Juliet’. Now you can see John Leguizamo Live on Stage in his award winning comedy - GHETTO KLOWN.
“This dancing dynamo and ace mimic is a Nuclear Performer, ricocheting around the stage as though he’d been shot out of a pistol!' L.A.... | Paramount Theatre | 02/11/12 | Austin |
Merlin Works Monthly Improv MixerPresented by Merlin Works at Salvage Vanguard Theater January 15-February 12, 2012
Merlin Works Improv hosts a monthly miixer where people from the entire Austin Improv Collective and beyond can meet new people, play ice breaker games, and perform improv comedy scenes with new people, as well as audition for upcoming projects. The next Merlin Works Improv Mixers are Sunday, Jan. 15th 2pm - 4pm and Sunday, Feb. 12th 2pm - 4pm at The Salvage Vanguard Theater. It's free and open to all. | Merlin Works | 01/15/12-
02/12/12 | Austin |
FronteraFest 2012 Almost Over - New Updates Presented by Hyde Park Theatre at Hyde Park Theatre January 17-February 18, 2012 Now in its 19th year, FronteraFest is five weeks of new alternative, offbeat, and just plain off-the-wall fringe theatre. Too bad there's no actual way to expect the unexpected, because that is your only hope. Produced by Hyde Park Theatre in collaboration with Script Works.
Just got back from NYC and lunch meetings with my agent and publisher (yeah BOOM I said that*). Anyway: am back JUST in time to cram in all the Fringe I can eat, both Long and Short, to make up for all I... | Hyde Park Theatre | 01/17/12-
02/18/12 | Austin |
Level One Improv classPresented by Hideout Theatre at The Hideout Theatre January 15-February 26, 2012 Have fun, meet new people and learn to improvise in the Hideout’s low-pressure classes. This six-week workshop is designed for anyone who wants to loosen up, be more spontaneous and learn to take risks on stage and in life. Each week you’ll play games and explore a challenging variety of improv exercises that unleash your natural creativity and humor. Classes start every month, check the website for our next available start date. Classes meet for six weeks, three hours each week, limit 16... | Hideout Theatre | 01/15/12-
02/26/12 | Austin |
Adventure Room: Imaginary Friends Unite!Presented by The Hideout Theatre at The Hideout Theatre January 8-February 26, 2012 Playtime is never better when your toys come to life! In the Hideout Theatre’s new improv show, The Adventure Room, our protagonist will explore whole new worlds. And who will be there to help him? His magical toys, of course! Whenever our hero is left alone, the toys come to life, and together they will explore the world! Whether they encounter a grumpy old witch or an animal who needs saving, our hero will go on imaginary adventures to the deep sea, the jungle or possibly even the... | The Hideout Theatre | 01/08/12-
02/26/12 | Austin |
DR. HORRIBLE LIVEPresented by The Institution Theater at The Highball February 7-February 28, 2012 In celebrating the works of Joss Whedon, The Institution Theater, the folks who brought you Teen Angst Tuesday and the successful run of The Prom episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, brings you DR. HORRIBLE LIVE, an all singing, all dancing, incredibly super villain-y staged production of Dr. Horrible's Sing-along Blog. Come out for a live blogging by the infamous Dr. Horrible. Swoon for the intriguingly cheesy Captain Hammer. And fall in love with Penny, the cute, nerdy type. And... | The Institution Theater | 02/07/12-
02/28/12 | Austin |
Improvisational Songwriting with Susan Dias Presented by Merlin-Works at Salvage Vanguard Theater January 14-March 3, 2012 Songwriters! Want to write better songs faster? Singers! Want to relate to your audience better? Musicians! Want more confidence composing and accompanying? YOU KNOW YOU DO!
This class teaches you new improvisational tools which enable you to find better ideas for your songs.
You'll learn how to create lyrics and hooks that are truly original and more specific to you and your talent.
You'll discover how to write and perform melodies that soar. | Merlin-Works | 01/14/12-
03/03/12 | Austin |
Merlin Works IMPROVISED SINGING 101: Improvised SongsPresented by Merlin-Works at Salvage Vanguard Theater January 14-March 3, 2012 Have fun making up your own songs with a live musical improviser every week. We will cover topics such as rhyming, song structure, song styles, song presentation, lyrics, duets, short form singing games, and communicating with the musical improviser. It's like karaoke, but you make up your own words! This is one of our most popular classes and only gets offered once or twice a year. You don't need to be a great singer to take this class, you just need to enjoy singing. (6 meetings. Class... | Merlin-Works | 01/14/12-
03/03/12 | Austin |
Merlin Works IMPROV 101 CLASS: The Spirit of PlayPresented by Merlin-Works at Salvage Vanguard Theater January 16-March 5, 2012 For complete beginners and experienced actors, this workshop teaches the fundamentals of improvisation. The class's interactive exercises build listening and communication skills, heighten awareness and teach you how to be more playful, spontaneous and flexible. Play short form improv games like you see on TV's "Whose Line Is It Anyways?" in a fun and safe environment. (8 meetings. Class size limit = 16) | Merlin-Works | 01/16/12-
03/05/12 | Austin |
MERLIN WORKS IMPROV LAB: Session 2Presented by Merlin-Works at Salvage Vanguard Theater February 15-March 7, 2012 Students keep telling us they want more practice time. So we've created the Merlin Works Improv Lab. Like in college, it's lab time to get more hands-on practice and discussion on the topics you covered in your lecture class. Want to try that short form game again? Need to find some new characters? Missed some classes and you'd like to catch up? Graduated and want to keep up your improv practice? Your next level class doesn't fit in your schedule? Show up to lab with the topics you'd like to... | Merlin-Works | 02/15/12-
03/07/12 | Austin |
Merlin Works IMPROV 101 CLASS: The Spirit of PlayPresented by Merlin Works at Salvage Vanguard Theater January 24-March 20, 2012 For complete beginners and experienced actors, this workshop teaches the fundamentals of improvisation. The class's interactive exercises build listening and communication skills, heighten awareness and teach you how to be more playful, spontaneous and flexible. Play short form improv games like you see on TV's "Whose Line Is It Anyways?" in a fun and safe environment. (8 meetings. Class size limit = 16) | Merlin Works | 01/24/12-
03/20/12 | Austin |
Live Nation Presents: Kevin JamesPresented by Live Nation at Paramount Theatre March 30, 2012 Kevin James might be best known now as the star of The King of Queens, Paul Blart: Mall Cop, and Zookeeper, but his comedy career started well before that as a stand-up on the Long Island comedy scene. After being discovered at the 1996 Montreal Comedy Festival, James made the jump to television, starring in the hit series The King of Queens. His work on the show garnered him an Emmy nomination in 2006 for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series. The King of Queens ran for nine seasons on... | Live Nation | 03/30/12 | Austin |
Daniel Tosh: Tosh Tour Twenty TwelvePresented by Texas Performing Arts and Live Nation at Bass Concert Hall April 5, 2012 Daniel Tosh, host of the popular Comedy Central series, "Tosh.0” kicks off his national tour at Bass Concert Hall. Tickets for Tosh Tour Twenty Twelve at Bass Concert Hall go on sale Friday, February 3 at 10 a.m., at the following authorized ticket outlets, which include the Bass Concert Hall ticket office, most H-E-B stores and all Texas Box Office outlets, online at www.livenation.com or www.TexasPerformingArts.org, or by calling (512) 477-6060 or (800)... | Texas Performing Arts and Live Nation | 04/05/12 | Austin |
Laughter and Reflection with Carol BurnettPresented by The Long Center for the Performing Arts at The Long Center: Michael and Susan Dell Hall April 17, 2012 Legendary entertainer Carol Burnett comes to the Long Center for Laughter and Reflection with Carol Burnett: A Conversation with Carol where the Audience Asks the Questions.
If there is one thing this renowned entertainer can do better than anyone else, it is talk at length, impromptu, before a live audience. Laughter and Reflection, Burnett's off-the-cuff banter with the audience, is a format that grew out of the question-and-answer sessions she shared with her studio audience on each... | The Long Center for the Performing Arts | 04/17/12 | Austin |
Improv Classes for Teens and KidsPresented by The Hideout Theatre at The Hideout Theatre January 24-April 28, 2012
Start the new year out right by enrolling your child in an improv course with the Hideout Theatre. Classes are offered for children between the ages 5-17.
Improv promotes self-confidence, team building and creativity. Classes will also give children an opportunity to make new friends and learn how to work together.
Not sure if it is right for you? Don't worry! We have a free class scheduled for each age group on January 17 and January 21!
The classes create a... | The Hideout Theatre | 01/24/12-
04/28/12 | Austin |
"The Alchemist" by Ben JonsonPresented by The Baron's Men at The Curtain Theatre April 12-April 28, 2012 Join us at Austin's only Renaissance-style theater for a night of laughter and deception as The Baron's Men presents "The Alchemist" by Ben Jonson. | The Baron's Men | 04/12/12-
04/28/12 | Austin |
Moontower Comedy & Oddity FestivalPresented by Paramount Theatre at Paramount Theatre April 25-April 28, 2012 Austin is a city that knows funny and its way around a festival or two, and the Moontower Comedy and Oddity Festival presented by the Paramount Theatre, which has been a cornerstone in comedy, won’t disappoint. Moontower will host some of the funniest, wittiest and oddest world-class comics from around the globe and Austin, including SNL's Seth Meyers, Aziz Ansari, and Steven Wright. Venue stages will be sponsored by the likes of The Onion, Funny or Die and Hell Yes. 4 nights. 12... | Paramount Theatre | 04/25/12-
04/28/12 | Austin |
Paramount & State's 2011/12 Season
Avg. Event Rating(3.0 Stars): Presented by Paramount Theatre at Paramount Theatre October 1, 2011-May 31, 2012 Avg. Event Rating (3.0 Stars): Are you ready for another star-filled season?
The 2011/12 Season will be one to remember -- and here is a sneak preview of all the wonderful entertainment we have planned and we'll let you know how to be ready to get the best seats.
Everyone will be talking about our 2011-12 season! | Paramount Theatre | 10/01/11-
05/31/12 | Austin |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at Waterloo Ice House Southpark MeadowsPresented by Geeks Who Drink July 13, 2011-July 25, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed rounds – anything from “Eight Questions... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/13/11-
07/25/12 | Austin |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at Trifecta on 3rdPresented by Geeks Who Drink July 13, 2011-July 25, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed rounds – anything from “Eight Questions... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/13/11-
07/25/12 | Austin |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at Jax Neighborhood CafePresented by Geeks Who Drink July 13, 2011-July 25, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed rounds – anything from “Eight Questions... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/13/11-
07/25/12 | Austin |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at Mister TrampsPresented by Geeks Who Drink July 13, 2011-July 25, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed rounds – anything from “Eight Questions... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/13/11-
07/25/12 | Austin |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at the HighballPresented by Geeks Who Drink at The Highball July 13, 2011-July 25, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed rounds – anything from “Eight Questions... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/13/11-
07/25/12 | Austin |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at The Lion and RosePresented by Geeks Who Drink July 13, 2011-July 25, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed rounds – anything from “Eight Questions... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/13/11-
07/25/12 | Austin |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at Treff's TavernPresented by Geeks Who Drink July 13, 2011-July 25, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed rounds – anything from “Eight Questions... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/13/11-
07/25/12 | San Marcos |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at Angel's IcehousePresented by Geeks Who Drink July 13, 2011-July 25, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed rounds – anything from “Eight Questions... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/13/11-
07/25/12 | Austin |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at Nomad BarPresented by Geeks Who Drink July 14, 2011-July 26, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed rounds – anything from “Eight Questions... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/14/11-
07/26/12 | Austin |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at Opal Divine's Penn FieldPresented by Geeks Who Drink at Opal Divine's Austin Grill - Penn Field July 16, 2011-July 28, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed rounds – anything from “Eight Questions... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/16/11-
07/28/12 | Austin |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at Opal Divine's MarinaPresented by Geeks Who Drink at Opal Divine's Austin Grill - Marina July 16, 2011-July 28, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed rounds – anything from “Eight Questions... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/16/11-
07/28/12 | Austin |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at The Upper DecksPresented by Geeks Who Drink July 18, 2011-July 30, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed rounds – anything from “Eight Questions... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/18/11-
07/30/12 | Austin |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at Sean Patrick'sPresented by Geeks Who Drink July 18, 2011-July 30, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed rounds – anything from “Eight Questions... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/18/11-
07/30/12 | San Marcos |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at Red's PorchPresented by Geeks Who Drink July 12, 2011-July 31, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/12/11-
07/31/12 | Austin |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at Weirdo'sPresented by Geeks Who Drink July 12, 2011-July 31, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed rounds – anything from “Eight Questions... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/12/11-
07/31/12 | Austin |
Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz at The TaproomPresented by Geeks Who Drink July 12, 2011-July 31, 2012 Simply, a quiz game played in a pub. It's an Anglo-Irish tradition, but our goal is the same: to foster friendly competition, and promote social drinking. A noble cause!
The quiz consists of eight rounds of eight questions each, played by teams of up to six people. Questions are read aloud by the quizmaster and teams write down the answers, turning them in at the end of each round.
Rounds 1, 4 and 6 are themed rounds – anything from “Eight Questions... | Geeks Who Drink | 07/12/11-
07/31/12 | San Marcos |
Paula PoundstonePresented by One World Theatre at One World Theatre August 31, 2012 Paula Poundstone continues to be one of the foremost comics working today. Her ability to create humor on the spot is legendary; she is masterful at improvising with the crowd through her casual air, impeccable timing and razor-sharp wit. She is a popular panelist on NPR’s "Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me", has published her first book, "There’s Nothing In This Book That I Meant To Say" and released her first comedy CD: "HEART JOKES: Paula Tells Them In... | One World Theatre | 08/31/12 | Austin |
Texas Performing Arts 2012/2013 Season
Avg. Event Rating(5.0 Stars): Presented by Texas Performing Arts at Multiple Locations January 30, 2012-July 31, 2013 Avg. Event Rating (5.0 Stars): DON"T MISS THESE GREAT SHOWS!
HEADLINERS:
David Finckel, cello and Wu Han, piano, Monday, February 6, 2012, 8:00 pm, Presented in partnership with the Butler School of Music
Hailed as “America’s power couple of chamber music” by The Wall Street Journal, cellist David Finckel and pianist Wu Han rank among the most esteemed and influential classical musicians... | Texas Performing Arts | 01/30/12-
07/31/13 | Austin |
| Kick Butt Comedy | | 01/20/10-
Ongoing | Austin |
Kick Butt Actors Open MicPresented by Kick Butt Coffee at Kick Butt Coffee January 11, 2010 - Ongoing The Kick Butt Coffee Mic is open to all actors...film, stage, internet or otherwise to work out your craft in front of a real live audience. Like all our new open mics this may take some time to build. So be patient...this will be huge. Audience admission - 1 drink purchase. Yes, we have beer, wine and a full liquor bar. Sorry, no poetry or music please. Suggested stage time 5min like for a monologue or 10min for a group. | Kick Butt Coffee | 01/11/10-
Ongoing | Austin |
Oh, Science! and the Free Longform Jam!Presented by ColdTowne Theater at ColdTowne Theater July 11, 2010 - Ongoing That's right, Sundays are for kicking back and enjoying yourself. That's why ColdTowne has committed to bringing you some totally free improv, to better enhance your day of rest. Every Sunday, come see house troupe Oh, Sciene! perform their wit and magic, and then join in yourself for the Long Form Jam. No one will make you get up on stage (you can stay seated and watch) but you'll probably want to give improv a try. Either way, the show is fun! And Free!!! | ColdTowne Theater | 07/11/10-
Ongoing | Austin |
The ThreeferPresented by The Hideout Theatre at The Hideout Theatre January 14, 2010 - Ongoing The Threefer is absolutely the best way to get a sample of what Austin improv has to offer. Troupes from every improv theater in town converge to perform here every Thursday, for only three dollars! Each week features two new groups, and one special headliner.
| The Hideout Theatre | 01/14/10-
Ongoing | Austin |
Improv, Standup, Writing and Sketch Comedy ClassesPresented by The New Movement at The New Movement October 31, 2009 - Ongoing The New Movement is the only venue in Austin dedicated solely to studying the comedic process – our teachers have jump-started the careers of hundreds of performers, come see why! Our instructors have headlined comedy tours and festivals all over the country, winning tons of awards along the way. One’s written for Dennis Miller and the Late, Late Show & another has several sketch comedy appearances on Comedy Central. Past students have used their skills to book commercials,... | The New Movement | 10/31/09-
Ongoing | Austin |
Master Pancake Theatre at the Alamo DrafhousePresented by Alamo Drafthouse - Downtown at Alamo Drafthouse - Downtown September 23, 2009 - Ongoing Longtime Alamo weekend headliner John Erler presides over MASTER PANCAKE THEATER! The longtime Alamo tradition of bad movies paired with live comedy continues under the experienced hand of Erler, his comedy partner Joe Parsons and a rotating gang of Austin comedians, national celebrities and local personalities. scroll down to see the list of upcoming Pancake shows! | Alamo Drafthouse - Downtown | 09/23/09-
Ongoing | Austin |
The Austin Poetry SlamPresented by Austin Poetry Slam Council at 29th St. Ballroom at Spider House July 16, 2008 - Ongoing What is Poetry Slam? It's a group of poets competing, usually for cash, with three-minute performances of their works. Judges score Olympic-style, with decimals, so a neo-Wasteland thrillingly intoned gets a 9.8, and the latest Hallmark drivel, muttered into the microphone, gets a 5 or a 6. In individual cities, from Tallahassee to Portland, there's a slam season (roughly September to May) which culminates in a final showdown, which necessitates selection of a four-person slam team to... | Austin Poetry Slam Council | 07/16/08-
Ongoing | |
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