Georgetown's A Little Night Music: giddy, elegant musical celebration of longing. ALT favorite: Jenny Lavery. http://tinyurl.com/ydh7eur 5 stars Collapse

Let's face it community theatre is a roll of the dice..and Tennesee Williams though the text in infallible it can lend itself to some bad acting. Not with this production! This was a solid performance right down the line giving the audience the opportunity to experience a powerful classic. The Mother and the Gentleman Caller stand out as amazing and professional actors bookending a talented ensemble. Rarely, does one experience this level of professionalism locally in such a humble setting. Great set work as well. The backdrop had a wonderful installation of flowers resembling both the dresses and interiors of the era...very nice touch. In short, the play was solid and delightful. Collapse

This is one of the most beautifully and artistically curated shows I have seen in awhile. Between the vibrant colors of the circus prints to the iconic images of Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, and Grand Ol' Oprey's Minnie Pearl, these images tell the history and culture of our country. The "Make Readies" by Charles Anderson were outstanding and made you awe in wonder that they were created from one some may have considered "garbage". This show is a MUST SEE!! Collapse

Joey Hood's tour de force performance of this jaded and dark new comedy by Ronan Noone is definitely the reason to see this show. You will definitely get your money's worth. Collapse

No could imagine how Hansberry's celebrated play could stand the test of time, but how it has. The themes of racial injustice, equality, family unity, dream fulfillment are still as relevant today. To have written this drama - based on real events in her life - well before the marches on Washington, the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the inner-city explosions is truly remarkable. And I can't say enough for her words expressed by an incredible cast led by the power-houses McArthur Moore, Kristen Bennett, and Michelle Alexander. A standing ovation well-deserved! I left happy that I was able to experience this play again. Collapse

I remember first seeing the Flaming Idiots, made of Pyro, Gyro, and Walter, at the Texas Renaissance Festival back in 1993, and haven't seen them since. I don't remember much about the event, but their act always stood out very clearly. I was glad to hear that they were on a re-union tour, and was not disappointed in the show. They did some of the routines I remember well, such as Pyro climbing on top of a large man from the audience, standing on his shoulders, and juggling torches, and Walter walking in the middle of Pyro and Gyro juggling Bowling Pins. I'm always amazed when I watch physical talents performed with ease- it shows that our world is not quite how we perceive it, which I find very entertaining. Catch the Flaming Idiots while you can! Collapse

Titillating and Tantalizing come to mind when describing the wonderfully curated new show at The Blanton! Desire is just that. Prepare to push any old-fashioned or conservative boundaries aside! Favorite pieces to make sure to check out include Robert Kushner's "Scriptorium, Georganne Deen's "The Inner Cry" and Petah Coyne's "Untitled #1103. Also, The Blanton has added some pieces from their collection that represent Desire including Paul Cezanne's "Les Baigneurs"! Collapse

Now this is only $3 to see 3 troupes on Thursdays. the first acts are newer and can be wild and the headliner is always solid. I have a blast every time I go! Collapse

Thom is a wonderful host and the venue brings established poets as well as giving a voice to new poets. A very warm, friendly environment. Collapse

Film fans are certain to be intrigued by the Harry Ransom Center's new exhibit, "Making Movies." Each area of the exhibit details a distinct aspect of the movie-making process, including producing, directing, writing, acting, cinematography, sound, hair and makeup, costume design, and publicity. A wide range of movies from different eras are represented. Most intriguing are the intimate letters, handwritten comments in screenplays, and sketched storyboards from some of Hollywood's most famous movie denziens, including Alfred Hitchcock, David Mamet, Victor Fleming, and David O. Selznick. As an avid "Gone With The Wind" fan, I was most awestruck by the stunning red dress worn by Vivien Leigh in her portrayal of Scarlett O'Hara. While the exhibit was meticulously curated and accessible to a wide range of audiences, I would have liked to see a more chronological flow to some of the groupings of materials. Overall, this exhibit ranks as one of Austin's finest, and it is also free! Collapse