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The VORTEX

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The mission of the Vortex Repertory Company is to create and present new and innovative performances, to transgress conventional theatrical forms, to cultivate new relationships between artists and audiences, to generate new audiences through outreach to special constituencies, to nurture diversity of Vortex artists, to foster educational programming, and to anchor the Vortex. Helpful Information: The Vortex is located 1/2 mile East of I-35, between Chestnut and Maple on bus route #20. The theatre is air conditioned and there is free parking. The Vortex Café serves beer, wine, sangria and food.

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    The VORTEX

    2307 Manor Road
    Austin, TX 78722

    Phone: (512)478-5282   |   Official Website

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  • • Current Events

      05/03/13- 05/18/13	The Chimponauts and the Mechanical Phantom The VORTEX The Chimponauts and the Mechanical Phantom Presented by The VORTEX at The VORTEX May 3-May 18, 2013 Blast into the future with the Chimponauts. These space monkeys are humanity’s only hope for survival in a crowded universe. Electronic Planet Ensemble, known for their outrageous Sci-Fi/B-Movie spoofs, propels their work to a new level with giant live-action puppetry, movement, video, and their signature electronic sound.
      07/03/12- 07/30/13	Tuesday Trivia The VORTEX Tuesday Trivia Presented by The Butterfly Bar @ The VORTEX at The VORTEX July 3, 2012-July 30, 2013 The Austin-based, pub trivia game Who Wants A Dollar returns to the Butterfly Bar this Tuesday evening! Come test your knowledge and possibly win prizes at this FREE event
      07/02/12- 06/24/13	Pilates Flow The VORTEX Pilates Flow Presented by The Butterfly Bar @ The VORTEX at The VORTEX July 2, 2012-June 24, 2013 Get a fresh start to the New Year with pilates flow and vinyasa yoga at the VORTEX. Challenge the body and mind in a beginner friendly atmosphere. No equipment necessary: we generate heat within through mindful movement and fluid breath. Prepare to detoxify, energize, and build community based on health and well-being. Students should bring a mat and dress to move. Pilates flow tones and strengthens the core muscles to promote a lean body and a long spine. By coordinating...
      07/27/11- Ongoing	VORTEX: Movies Under the Stars The VORTEX VORTEX: Movies Under the Stars Presented by The Butterfly Bar at The VORTEX July 27, 2011 - Ongoing Enjoy Free movies under the stars outdoors in The Yard at The Vortex. Enjoy drinks and treats from The Butterfly Bar before and after the show.  Themed dressing for each movie encouraged!  Wednesday nights. October schedule here.   This project is funded and supported in part by a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts and in part by the City of Austin Economic Growth &...
      06/03/10- Ongoing	Hoopin’ Happy Hour & Clothing Swap The VORTEX Hoopin’ Happy Hour & Clothing Swap Presented by The Vortex Cafe at The VORTEX June 3, 2010 - Ongoing Bring your hula-hoopswap clothes, and have some drinks! Meet friends, hold group meetings in a fun cafe setting, or bring your laptop for Free Wifi in The VORTEX Cafe`. The Yard and Beer-Garden Deck are open for the season. The VORTEX Café` serves sandwiches, coffee, and yummy snacks too! Kid & Dog Friendly!
      01/29/10- Ongoing	Yoga and Pilates The VORTEX Yoga and Pilates Presented by Vortex Repertory Company at The VORTEX January 29, 2010 - Ongoing A fusion of Yoga & Pilates increases spinal flexibility while building strong core muscles to support the skeleton in its correct alignment. These two practices are safe and effective for both men & women of any age and all fitness levels. By integrating mind & body coordination, this unique training develops daily routines, improves posture, relieves stress & anxiety, and teaches healthy movement & breathing practices. A tighter and toned physique is an added bonus!...

  • • Upcoming Events

      05/22/13

      Austin Community Drum Circle The VORTEX Austin Community Drum Circle Presented by X8 Drums at The VORTEX May 22, 2013 There is nothing quite like a drum circle to make you feel as though you are part of the world around you. If you've never experienced the power of drumming with others, now is your chance to join the X8 Drums community.  X8 Drums, Toca Percussion and VORTEX Repertory Company proudly invite you to the "Austin Community Drum Circle.” Coordinated by the staff members of Austin’s own hand drum shop X8 Drums & Percussion and led by nationally-recognized...

      05/25/13- 06/15/13

      Qualities of Starlight The VORTEX Qualities of Starlight Presented by Vortex Repertory Company at The VORTEX May 25-June 15, 2013 VORTEX Repertory Company presents Qualities of Starlight by Gabriel Jason Dean (see bio below)—an award-winning twisted comedy about the expansion of the universe and the contraction of a troubled family. Previously produced in workshop productions in Atlanta and Washington D.C, Qualities of Starlight now debuts at The VORTEX in its definitive version. “…a well-crafted…engaging drama…Qualities of Starlight registers as a welcome...

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• Current &
  Upcoming Events

  • Current Events

    05/03/13- 05/18/13	The Chimponauts and the Mechanical Phantom The VORTEX The Chimponauts and the Mechanical Phantom Presented by The VORTEX at The VORTEX May 3-May 18, 2013 Blast into the future with the Chimponauts. These space monkeys are humanity’s only hope for survival in a crowded universe. Electronic Planet Ensemble, known for their outrageous Sci-Fi/B-Movie spoofs, propels their work to a new level with giant live-action puppetry, movement, video, and their signature electronic sound.
    07/03/12- 07/30/13	Tuesday Trivia The VORTEX Tuesday Trivia Presented by The Butterfly Bar @ The VORTEX at The VORTEX July 3, 2012-July 30, 2013 The Austin-based, pub trivia game Who Wants A Dollar returns to the Butterfly Bar this Tuesday evening! Come test your knowledge and possibly win prizes at this FREE event
    07/02/12- 06/24/13	Pilates Flow The VORTEX Pilates Flow Presented by The Butterfly Bar @ The VORTEX at The VORTEX July 2, 2012-June 24, 2013 Get a fresh start to the New Year with pilates flow and vinyasa yoga at the VORTEX. Challenge the body and mind in a beginner friendly atmosphere. No equipment necessary: we generate heat within through mindful movement and fluid breath. Prepare to detoxify, energize, and build community based on health and well-being. Students should bring a mat and dress to move. Pilates flow tones and strengthens the core muscles to promote a lean body and a long spine. By coordinating...
    07/27/11- Ongoing	VORTEX: Movies Under the Stars The VORTEX VORTEX: Movies Under the Stars Presented by The Butterfly Bar at The VORTEX July 27, 2011 - Ongoing Enjoy Free movies under the stars outdoors in The Yard at The Vortex. Enjoy drinks and treats from The Butterfly Bar before and after the show.  Themed dressing for each movie encouraged!  Wednesday nights. October schedule here.   This project is funded and supported in part by a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts and in part by the City of Austin Economic Growth &...
    06/03/10- Ongoing	Hoopin’ Happy Hour & Clothing Swap The VORTEX Hoopin’ Happy Hour & Clothing Swap Presented by The Vortex Cafe at The VORTEX June 3, 2010 - Ongoing Bring your hula-hoopswap clothes, and have some drinks! Meet friends, hold group meetings in a fun cafe setting, or bring your laptop for Free Wifi in The VORTEX Cafe`. The Yard and Beer-Garden Deck are open for the season. The VORTEX Café` serves sandwiches, coffee, and yummy snacks too! Kid & Dog Friendly!
    01/29/10- Ongoing	Yoga and Pilates The VORTEX Yoga and Pilates Presented by Vortex Repertory Company at The VORTEX January 29, 2010 - Ongoing A fusion of Yoga & Pilates increases spinal flexibility while building strong core muscles to support the skeleton in its correct alignment. These two practices are safe and effective for both men & women of any age and all fitness levels. By integrating mind & body coordination, this unique training develops daily routines, improves posture, relieves stress & anxiety, and teaches healthy movement & breathing practices. A tighter and toned physique is an added bonus!...

  • Upcoming Events

    05/22/13

    Austin Community Drum Circle The VORTEX Austin Community Drum Circle Presented by X8 Drums at The VORTEX May 22, 2013 There is nothing quite like a drum circle to make you feel as though you are part of the world around you. If you've never experienced the power of drumming with others, now is your chance to join the X8 Drums community.  X8 Drums, Toca Percussion and VORTEX Repertory Company proudly invite you to the "Austin Community Drum Circle.” Coordinated by the staff members of Austin’s own hand drum shop X8 Drums & Percussion and led by nationally-recognized...

    05/25/13- 06/15/13

    Qualities of Starlight The VORTEX Qualities of Starlight Presented by Vortex Repertory Company at The VORTEX May 25-June 15, 2013 VORTEX Repertory Company presents Qualities of Starlight by Gabriel Jason Dean (see bio below)—an award-winning twisted comedy about the expansion of the universe and the contraction of a troubled family. Previously produced in workshop productions in Atlanta and Washington D.C, Qualities of Starlight now debuts at The VORTEX in its definitive version. “…a well-crafted…engaging drama…Qualities of Starlight registers as a welcome...

• Past
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  • Past Events

    04/25/13- 04/27/13	Speak The VORTEX
    04/17/13	Austin Community Drum Circle The VORTEX
    04/10/13	The Pie and Ear Show The VORTEX
    04/05/13	ASL-Interpreted Performance of "EARTH" The VORTEX
    03/23/13- 04/20/13	Earth The VORTEX
    03/20/13- 02/20/13	Austin Community Drum Circle The VORTEX
    02/28/13- 03/03/13	Cleavage Chronicles' Everybody Loves Boobs The VORTEX
    02/28/13- 03/03/13	Cleavage Chronicles Presents..Everybody Loves Boobs! The VORTEX
    02/20/13	The Pie and Ear Show The VORTEX
    02/17/13	Naked Girls Reading — Austin: Love, a many splendored thing The VORTEX
    02/14/13	Bellydance on Valentine’s Day The VORTEX
    01/31/13- 02/02/13	SPEAK The VORTEX
    01/31/13- 02/02/13	SPEAK The VORTEX
    01/21/13	MLK Day Open Mic Poetry The VORTEX
    01/16/13	The Pie and Ear Show The VORTEX
    01/11/13- 01/26/13	Elizabeth: Heart of a King The VORTEX
    12/27/12- 01/05/13	The Mutt-Cracker (SWEET!) The VORTEX
    12/22/12- 12/23/12	Yule Bazaar The VORTEX
    11/17/12- 11/18/12	E.A.S.T at the VORTEX The VORTEX
    11/16/12- 12/08/12	You Can’t Take It with You The VORTEX
    11/10/12- 11/11/12	E.A.S.T at the VORTEX The VORTEX
    10/19/12- 11/11/12	Heather Woodbury’s "As the Globe Warms" The VORTEX
    10/04/12- 10/13/12	THIS UH...BODY The VORTEX
    10/04/12- 10/13/12	This Uh... Body The VORTEX
    09/01/12- 09/29/12	WATER @ The Vortex The VORTEX
    08/03/12- 08/11/12	Sing Muse The VORTEX
    07/20/12- 07/28/12	Commedia of Errors The VORTEX
    07/20/12- 07/28/12	Summer Youth Theatre Presents: The Commedia of Errors The VORTEX
    07/11/12	Austin Community Drum Circle The VORTEX
    07/11/12	Austin Community Drum Circle The VORTEX
    07/07/12	Drawing Planet Earth The VORTEX
    06/26/12- 07/31/12	Pilates Flow Wellness Class The VORTEX
    06/22/12- 07/14/12	Is Life Worth Living? The VORTEX
    06/07/12- 06/16/12	The VORTEX and UpRise! Productions present: "O...sh*t...it’s a girl!" The VORTEX
    06/04/12- 08/17/12	ACT presents SUMMER CAMP 2012 The VORTEX
    05/23/12	Movies Under the Stars The VORTEX
    05/12/12- 06/03/12	Dario Fo’s: ACCIDENTAL DEATH OF AN ANARCHIST The VORTEX
    05/12/12- 05/13/12	Mime and Physical Acting Workshop The VORTEX
    05/12/12- 05/13/12	Mime and Physical Acting Workshop The VORTEX
    05/10/12- 05/13/12	Once Upon A Time: Circus Fairy “Tails” The VORTEX
    05/07/12- 05/28/12	Monday Movies Under the Stars @ The VORTEX The VORTEX
    05/04/12	Eliza Wren Presents: Return To OZ: Dark Side of an Already Dark Side of OZ The VORTEX
    04/27/12	Salsa Night with David Alvarez The VORTEX
    04/21/12- 04/22/12	HUNGER & Hurt The VORTEX
    04/21/12- 04/22/12	Violet Crown's Diverse Space Dance Theatre presents: HUNGER & Hurt The VORTEX
    04/11/12	Disco Classical The VORTEX
    04/11/12	DISCO CLASSICAL The VORTEX
    04/06/12- 05/05/12	Ethos Presents: Humpty The VORTEX
    04/02/12- 04/30/12	Monday Movies Under The Stars! The VORTEX
    04/02/12- 04/30/12	Monday Movies Under the Stars The VORTEX
    04/01/12	Fools Follies The VORTEX
    03/27/12	World Theater Day March 27 The VORTEX
    03/17/12- 03/24/12	Elizabeth: Heart of a King The VORTEX
    03/12/12- 03/16/12	Arial Dance Spring Break Camp The VORTEX
    03/01/12- 03/03/12	Hip Hop Theater Explosion The VORTEX
    02/29/12	Austin Community Drum Circle The VORTEX
    02/16/12- 02/25/12	For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is ENUF The VORTEX
    01/13/12- 01/29/12	Viper Vixens of 2012 The VORTEX
    01/05/12- 01/07/12	The Mutt-Cracker The VORTEX
    12/17/11- 12/18/11	My Life as a Musical - ACT Benefit The VORTEX
    12/09/11- 12/17/11	OLIVER! The VORTEX
    11/11/11- 12/13/11	Well The VORTEX
    10/08/11- 10/30/11	Sarah Silver Hands The VORTEX
    10/08/11- 10/30/11	Nightmare Circus The VORTEX
    08/31/11	Bikini Beach Party: The Last Gasps of Summer The VORTEX
    08/25/11- 09/17/11	For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When The Rainbow Is Enuf The VORTEX
    08/17/11	MEETSPACE: A Participatory Forum for Emerging Artists The VORTEX
    08/11/11	"The Experiment", an in-progress reading The VORTEX
    08/08/11- 08/29/11	Monday Movies Under the Stars: European Summer The VORTEX
    08/05/11- 08/21/11	Hillcountry Underbelly: A Pilgrimage on the Outskirts The VORTEX
    08/01/11- 08/12/11	“Lost In Oz” – The Two-Week Original Play Project The VORTEX
    07/22/11- 07/30/11	The Physicists The VORTEX
    07/11/11- 07/25/11	Monday Movies Under the Stars: Celebrating Summer Americana The VORTEX
    07/01/11- 07/31/11	Summer Youth Theater: The Phycisits The VORTEX
    06/24/11- 07/16/11	Too Many Husbands The VORTEX
    06/19/11	CircX VorteX Father’s Day Carnival The VORTEX
    06/06/11- 06/27/11	Monday Movies Under the Stars The VORTEX
    05/20/11- 06/18/11	Lear The VORTEX
    05/08/11	A Mimosa for Mom The VORTEX
    05/05/11- 05/07/11	Hip-Hop Theater Explosion The VORTEX
    04/20/11- 04/24/11	Macbeth The VORTEX
    04/17/11	Eco-Sexology The VORTEX
    03/17/11	1st Annual Garden Party The VORTEX
    02/26/11	A Sacred Feast: Cook-off and Potluck Benefit for the Cherry Hill Seminary The VORTEX
    02/26/11	The After-Hour The VORTEX
    02/18/11- 04/02/11	The Elementals: AIR The VORTEX
    02/12/11	Everybody <3s Boobs The VORTEX
    01/22/11- 01/25/11	Portmanteau The VORTEX
    01/14/11- 01/29/11	Planet of the Mermaids The VORTEX
    12/31/10- 01/01/11	Twisting Hips & Midnight Lips The VORTEX
    12/30/10- 01/08/11	Gaylicious! The VORTEX
    11/21/10	Sticky Fingers Fashion Fragrance Show The VORTEX
    11/19/10- 12/11/10	Morning's at Seven The VORTEX
    11/14/10	CircX VorteX: Circus 4 the People The VORTEX
    10/15/10- 11/13/10	Vampyress The VORTEX
    10/10/10	World Hoop Day Electric Hoop Jam The VORTEX
    10/02/10	Circus School Me! The VORTEX
    09/09/10- 09/26/10	MilkMilk Lemonade The VORTEX
    08/20/10- 09/04/10	B-boy bluez The VORTEX
    08/13/10	Metropolis The VORTEX