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On-Going Weekly Entertainment
Thursday - Saturday Nights:
"ESTHER'S FOLLIES"
Times: 8:00pm & 10:00pm. Thursday, Friday & Saturday, Tickets: $20.00/$25.00 reserved
We have a special offer for all you Sweethearts! Starting Today, you can get seats for two at our Wednesday, February 13, 2008 presentation of BUBBA & BABE'S BACKWOODS TEXAS WEDDING for just $60! You'll get an hour and half of romantic comedy, and a delicious 5-course meal, all for $15 off our regular price. Single? Well, we'll have you covered with great drink specials all night long! Call our reservation line at 512-320-0553 and leave a reservation with the special code word: poppycock!
Esther's Follies, 525 East 6th. St., Austin. Info: (512) 320-0553
Limited Engagement
Currently - May 10th & 17th, 2008, Saturdays PETER AND THE WOLF Time: 11:00am & 3:00pm. Tickets: $10.00/$5 Children
Join Second Youth Family Theatre for a retelling of Segei Prokoviev's unforgettable story of a brave little boy named Peter and his animal friends as they battle an unwelcome visitor to their village. Second Youth's original adaptation explores this classic story through the powerful use of movement and music and will be an exciting theatrical experience you won't want to miss.
Dougherty Arts Center, 1110 Barton Springs Rd, Austin. Info: (512) 386-8292
Currently - May 11th, 2008, Wednesday - SSunday DOUBT, By John Patrick Shanley, Time: 8:00pm/Sun. 2:30pm. Tickets: $15.00 - $34.00
A fast-paced game of cat and mouse is ignited when evidence of a priest’s wrongdoing comes to light. At a Bronx Catholic school in 1964, Sister Aloysius, a strict school principal, faces the decision of a lifetime: Does she openly accuse a priest and give voice to her fear of his actions, or does she bury her suspicions and leave room for doubt?
Zachary Scott Theatre, Riverside Dr. at S. Lamar, Austin. Box Office: (512) 476-0541x1
Currently - May 24th, 31st, 2008, Saturdays Only The Falsettos, Capital City Mystery Players, Time: 7:00pm. Tickets: $29.95 ea
Tony the Tornado blows into Texas for a waste management convention and he¹s ready to make you an offer you can¹t refuse - or die first! Several audience members become part of the action with hilarious results. In a classic clash of cultures, a Texas Ranger helps the audience solve the inevitable crime. You¹ll laugh yourself silly while enjoying a delicious three course Italian meal!
Spaghetti Warehouse, 117 W. 4th, Austin. RSVP:(512) 404-9123
Currently - May 24th, 2008, Tuesday - Saturday Senior Design Exhibition 2008, Time: 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Admission: $ FREE $
SENIOR DESIGN EXHIBITION 2008 will feature the work of Megan Braley, Christen Collier, James Edwards, Sarah Emmons, Kristen Folkens, Lindsey Gerhard, Courtney Goode, Magera Holton, Caspar Lam, Allison Lura, Kristin Macdonough, Robin Peeples, Anna Radley, Carla Rogers, and Caroline St Romain. This exhibition will run three weeks and include photography, interactive design, printmaking, film, product design, typography and mixed media. The public is invited to attend this free event including the opening reception on Saturday, May 5th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Creative Research Laboratory, 2832 E. M.L.K. Jr. Blvd, Austin. Info: (512) 322-2099
Currently - May 26th, 2008, (Saturdays & Sundays) SCARBOROUGH FAIRE® RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL, Time: 10:00am-7:00pm. Tickets: $20 gate/$16 adv.
Step through the gates of Scarborough Village and feel your cares slip away. Thrill to the thunder of hooves and crash of lance on shield at the joust. Watch in amazement as birds of prey swoop just inches above your head at the command of the Royal Falconer.
IH-35E exit 399/A and go west on FM 66 for 1.6 miles. Waxahachie. Info: 1-888-5-FESTIVAL
Currently - June 1st, 2008 THE LOVE SONATAS, A five play circle, Times vary. Tickets: $22.00 (available April 8th)
The Love Sonatas is a series of five, full length plays: FourSquare, Sonata Escondida, Shards, Stroke, and Kuka. Composed of snapshots of twenty people's lives, these plays share characters, but more importantly, they share the common struggle of connecting and answering the question, "What is love?" The Love Sonatas explore the brutality that lives inside all relationships - how they can destroy us and build us back up again. These are stories of people haunted by their pasts and trapped by their actions. Not all will find freedom and redemption in these modern morality tales, but even in the darkest moments, hope survives.
The Rollins Studio Theatre, 701 West Riverside Drive, Austin. Info: (512) 744-1662
May 9th, 2008, Saturday Salvage Vanguard Theater's INTERGALACTIC NEMISIS, Time: 8:00pm. Tickets: $15.00 - $35.00
It's Star Wars meets Raiders of the Lost Ark with a little of The Incredibles thrown.
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave, Austin. Box Office: 1-866-443-8849
May 9th, 2008, Saturday STAX, WAX & LIVE TRAX Time: 9:00pm $10.00 - $12.00
A Celebration of Memphis Soul from the Stax Record Label, Benefiting the Stax Music Academy.
Live music from T-BIRD and the BREAKS, DJs spinning Stax Trax. Funk Peepshow Dancers, Memphis Soul Food Plates, Costume and Dance contests A "Stax Fax" Gameshow, and Prizes from the Stax Museum of American Soul Music! Fly Styles Encouraged (that means 'Dress Up')
Victory Grill, 1104 E. 11th Street Austin Info: (512) 480-0799
May 9th - 11th, 2008, Friday - Sunday DON QUIXOTE, Time: 8:00pm / Saturday 3:00pm . Tickets: $15.00 - $73.00
To dream the impossible dream… The grand story of the adventurous dreamer from La Mancha soars onto the stage with the pageantry and flare worthy of Ballet Austin's long-awaited inaugural performance at the Long Center. First performed for royalty in 1869 by the “Father of classical ballet,” Marius Petipa, the exquisite sets and costumes heighten the excitement, humor and beauty of this historic ballet. Perfect for Mother’s Day weekend. We’re not just “tilting at windmills”...Join us as the dream of the Long Center…. is realized!
Long Center for the Performing Arts, 501 Congress Ave. Austin. Box Office: (512) 476-2163
May 10th, 2008, Saturday MOTHER'S DAY ARTS & ANTIQUES FAIR, Time: 10:00am - 6pm $ FREE $
Features furniture, decorative items, art, lighting, garden pieces from Austin galleries.
Whit Hanks Antiques Parking Lot, 1009 W. 6th St. Austin Info: (512) 478-9448
May 10th, 2008, Saturday RALPHIE MAY, Time: 8:00pm. Tickets: $31.00 - $34.00
As seen on NBC's Last Comic Standing and Comedy Central
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave, Austin. Box Office: 1-866-443-8849
May 11th. 2008, Sunday BIG SQUEEZE SEMI-FINALS Time: 1:30pm $ FREE $
They're teenagers today, but the four semi-finalists could be tomorrow's accordion stars. The semi-finalists are: Craig Zuniga of Seguin; Heriberto Rodriguez of Edcouch; Anthony Ortiz Jr. of Austin and John Ramirez of Houston. Brian Gallegos of Devine also has been invited to perform. Though there weren’t enough strong candidates for the 19- to 25-year-old competition category, we wanted to give this impressive 22-year-old a chance to showcase his talents. He’ll perform a set with Cerronato, who will also perform on their own.
Mexican American Cultural Center, 600 River St Austin Tickets: (512) 441-9255
May 11th, 2008, Sunday RICHARD MARX & MATT SCANNEL, The Perfect Mother's Day Show, Time: 6:00pm & 8:30pm. Tickets: $30.00 - $70.00
GRAMMY-winning singer/songwriter/ producer Richard Marx teams up with Vertical Horizon’s lead vocalist/guitarist Matt Scannell, to bring One World Theatre an acoustic evening of classic rock hits. Both artists will be performing Richard’s hits, including “Endless Summer Nights,” “Don’t Mean Nothing” and “Right Here Waiting,” as well as those of Vertical Horizon, including, “Everything You Want.”
One World Theatre, 7701 Bee Caves Road, Austin. Box Office: (512) 329-6753
May 11th, 2008, Sunday AUSTIN SYMPHONIC BAND, Time: 7:00pm. Admission: $ FREE $
Treat Mom to a concert in her honor and bring a picnic supper, spread a blanket under the pecan trees, and watch the stars come out as the band showcases music as big as all outdoors
Zilker Hillside Theater, Austin. Info: (512) 345-7420
May 15th - June 1st, 2008, Thursday - Sundays (Red Then Productions) WHEN SOMETHING WONDERFUL ENDS, Time: 8:00pm / Sunday. 5:00pm. Tickets: $5.00 - $25.00
When Something Wonderful Ends explores the loss of one’s mother, America’s dependence on foreign oil, and Barbie dolls in an ingenious, whimsical, touching, funny, infuriating manner that only playwright Sherry Kramer could achieve. While packing up her parents’ home following the death of her mother, Sherry uncovers the treasure trove of Barbies from her baby-boom childhood while embarking on the homework of a lifetime: discovering the roots of Islamic hatred of America and our dependence on the oil in the Middle East. As a Jewish girl growing up in the epicenter of the Bible belt, Sherry knows a thing or two about religious fervor and the passions it engenders
The Off Center, 2211-A Hidalgo, Austin Info: (512) 389-0315
May 15th - June 1st, 2008, Thursday - Sundays ART, Time: 8:00pm / Sun. 5:00pm. Tickets: $12.00 - $25.00
ART How much would you pay for a white painting? This odd question sparks Yasmina Reza's Tony and Olivier Award winning comedy about the lives of three old friends and the meaning of art, life, and friendship. Reza has written an intelligent play that is the perfect marriage between Moliere and Woody Allen, a nonstop crossfire of crackling language, serious issues, and witty humor. Called "one of the best contemporary comedies, period!" Starring Sean Martin, Nathan Jerkins, Ryan Crowder, and directed by Steven Pounders.
The City Theatre, 3823 #D Airport Blvd, Austin. Info: (512) 524-2870
May 15th - June14th, 2008, Thursday - Saturday DOG SEES GOD: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead, Time: 8:00pm. Tickets: $17/$15 stds.snrs
The Denver Post called the play "Hip and outrageous . . . brazenly funny and wrenchingly honest." Our production will be even better than that. It features Tom Coiner, Noah Neal, Michelle Keffer, Benjamin Summers, Kayla Newman, Xochitl Romero, Bethany Esfandiari, Daniel Adams, and Victoria Sutherland. Ken Webster directs.
Hyde Park Theatre, 511 W. 43rd St., Austin. Info: (512) 479-7529
May 16th - 17th, 2008, Friday & Saturday AUSTIN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, Time: 8:00pm, Tickets: 19.00 - $45.00
Austin audiences end their journey through the ASO's two-year survey of Beethoven symphonies with the final concert of the Austin Symphony's 97th concert season on May 16 & 17. Maestro Peter Bay and the ASO present a stellar evening that includes Beethoven's monumental Ninth Symphony, welcoming the vocal forces of Chorus Austin and guest soloists Mary Dunleavy, soprano; Dana Beth Miller, mezzo-soprano; Karl Dent, tenor; and Donnie Ray Albert, bass.
The Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin. Info: Tickets: (512) 476-6064
May 16th - 18th, 2008. Friday - Sunday Deutschen Pfest, 2008,
Time: Fri.5:00pm-12:00am / Sat. 10:30am - 12"00am / Sun.11:30am - 5:00pm. Tickets: Fri.&Sun. $4.00/$5.00 Sat.
Deutschen Pfest is Pflugerville’s weekend to showcase the best in music, parades, food, arts and crafts, and fun family activities! Featured in the Park is a midway carnival, arts and craft booths, food booths, live entertainment on multiple stages throughout the day, beverage booths, a rock climbing wall, children’s entertainment area, and so much more. Free parking and shuttle service is available all weekend at Pflugerville High School and Brookhollow Elementary School. There is NO PARKING at DeutschenPfest!
Pfluger Park, 515 City Park Rd. Pflugerville Info: (512)-251-5082
May 17th, 2008, Saturday LANNAYA, Kid's Series, Time: 12:00pm. Tickets: $12.00/Adults $15.00
Master Drummers Alseny and Aboubakar Sylla charge the audience with their captivating and complex rhythms. Joined by their extended family of drummers, dancers and singers in colorful costumes from Guinea, West Africa, the group provides floor and heart pounding energy that is both as mighty and moving as the rhythm of life they celebrate. Fun for the entire family
One World Theatre, 7701 Bee Caves Road, Austin. Box Office: (512) 329-6753
May 17th, 2008, Saturday ANNIVERSARY PARAMONT/STATE THEATURE GALA, Time: n/a. Tickets: $188.00 and up
Please mark your calendar to join us for the biggest party of 2008 as we celebrate the Paramount Theatre’s 92nd & the State Theatre’s 72nd birthdays on Saturday, May 17th, featuring the legendary Kris Kristofferson! In addition to Kris Kristofferson on the Paramount stage, Idgy Vaughn will open the evening. But, the fun does not stop there… as we welcome Sauce, an eleven-piece party band, for what will be a fantastic post-party in the largest air-conditioned tent to ever hit Congress Avenue.
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave, Austin. Tickets: (512) 692-0530
May 17th & 18th, 2008, Saturday RHYTHMHOUND MUSIC & MEDIA SHOW, Sat.10:00am - 5:00pm / Sun.10:00am - 4:00pm. Tickets: $3.00/under 12, free
This event brings together pop culture fans, dealers, independent entertainment companies, musicians and artists. The show also blends old and new technologies, offering online formats, DVDs, CDs and LPs.. Admission allows attendees to browse among dozens and dozens of tables within the exhibition hall. Music fans and collectors, industry folks, musicians, artists and dealers from around the United States and the world will gather in Austin to reinvent the conventional record show.
Palmer Event Center, 900 Barton Springs Road , Austin. Info: (651) 307-8647
May 18th, 2008, Sunday CHERRYHOLMES, Time: 7:00pm. Tickets: $15.00 - $25.00
In five short years, this high-energy Nashville-based band was named 2005 IBMA's Entertainers of the Year. Making their Austin debut, Cherryholmes has many qualities that make them unique, but the basis of their success lies in plain, old-fashioned hard work combined with shining star talent that only appears to glow more brightly with each performance.
The Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin. Info: Tickets: (512) 474- 5664
May 20th, 2008, Tuesday PINK MARTINI, Time: 8:00pm. Tickets: $45.00 - $50.00
"Pink Martini is like a romantic Hollywood musical of the 1940s or 50s but with a global perspective which is modern,” says founder and artistic director Thomas M. Lauderdale. “We bring melodies and rhythms from different parts of the world together to create something which is new and beautiful."
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave Austin Box Office: 1-866-443-8849
May 20th, 2008, Tuesday 3 REDNECK TENORS, Time: 8:00pm. Tickets: $15.00 - $30.00
In the melodic wake of the three operatic tenors comes a new breed of tenors from more humble origins...3 Redneck Tenors - A New Musical Adventure. The musical comedy featuring classically trained veteran artists from Broadway and world opera stages is like Greater Tuna meets Das Barbecu - down home laughs with big city music.
The Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin. Info: Tickets: (512) 474- 5664
May 22nd - June 8th, 2008 KERRVILLE FOLK FESTIVAL, 2008, Time: 10:00am. (gate). Tickets $12.00 - $22.00/day
The Kerrville Folk Festival is held annually at the Quiet Valley Ranch, 9 miles south of Kerrville on Texas Hwy 16. Starting on the Thursday before Memorial Day at the end of May, the music continues for 18 days with performances by more than 100 singer songwriters and their bands. Interspersed between weekends are workshops in songwriting, blues guitar, and harmonica.
Quiet Valley Ranch, 3876 Medina Hwy, Kerrville. Info: (830) 257-3600
May 23rd - June 7th, 2008, Thursday - Sunday THE OLDEST PROFESSION, Written by Paula Vogel, Time: 8:00pm/Sun. 2:00pm. Tickets: $13.00 - $15.00
As Ronald Reagan enters the White House, five aging practitioners of the oldest profession are faced with a diminishing clientele, increased competition for their niche market, and aching joints. With wit, compassion, and humor, they struggle to find and learn new tricks as they fight to stay in the “Life” in New York’s Upper West side around the 72nd Street subway station during the years 1980-84.
Sam Bass Community Theatre, 600 North Lee St, Round Rock. Box Office: (512) 244-0440
May 29th& 30th, 2008, Thursday & Friday RETURN TO FOREVER, Time: 8:00pm. Tickets: $40.00 - $130.00
Return to Forever, one of the most influential jazz groups of the 1970s, have long heard calls from their many fans for a reunion tour. Now those calls have been answered with the classic lineup of keyboardist Chick Corea, bassist Stanley Clarke, guitarist Al Di Meola and drummer Lenny White reuniting to kick off their first tour together in more than 25 years
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave, Austin. Tickets: (512) 692-0530
May 31st, 2008, Saturday CEDAR PARK HERITAGE FESTIVAL, Time: 4:00pm - 10:00pm. Admission: $ FREE $
The 2nd Annual Cedar Park Heritage Festival will feature live music by Duck Soup, a Championship Hamburger Cook-off, an Arts & Crafts fair, big wheel races, concessions, demonstrations, inflatables and much more fun for the entire family.
Heritage Oak Park, 875 Quest Parkway, Cedar Park. Info: (512) 401-5006
May 31st - September 14th, 2008 DALLAS: Power & Passion on Primetime TV, Time: Mon- Sat 9a-6p, Sun.12p-6p. Tickets: $5.50/Youth $3/kids free
A wealthy Texas oil family, the Ewings, captured the imagination of the U.S. and the world through an unforgettable primetime saga. Featuring larger-than-life characters like J.R., Miss Ellie, and Sue Ellen, the groundbreaking television show Dallas grabbed the attention of millions of fans drawn to its dramatic stories of intrigue and betrayal, and left a lasting impact on the Texas identity at home and abroad.
Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, MLK @ N. Congress, Austin. Info: (512) 936-8746
June 1st, 2008, Sunday BALLET FOLKLORICO de TEXAS, Time: 6:00pm. Tickets: 15.00 - $21.00
Roy Lozano's Ballet Folklorico de Texas, Austin's premiere company of Mexican folk dance, returns for their biggest show of the year. Fiesta! is a unique chance to enjoy the artistry, history, and beauty of Mexico through dance. Each year, new dances are premiered at Fiesta! - this year's new dances include the state of Durango and a contemporary interpretation of the indigenous festivals of the Tarahumara tribe located in the state of Chihuahua
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave, Austin. Box Office: 1-866-443-8849
June 1st - August 24th, 2008, Sunday's THE AUSTIN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, Concerts in the Park, Time: 07:30pm. Admission: $ FREE $
Kids frolicking, couples lounging on blankets, old friends in their trusty folding chairs, lone bicyclists and pedestrians who have been distracted from their destinations*all united by the sound of music. The Austin Symphony will be featured performing music from jazz and light classical to pops selections and film scores. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner and blanket and make it a group outing.
The Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Drive Austin Info: Tickets: (512) 474- 5664
June 5th - 14th, 2008, Thursday - Saturday TABLEROCK'S REPERTORY THEATER of SALADO, Time: 7:30pm. Ticket's: $15.00
The Horton Foote Society under the direction of Dr. Marion Castleberry, will present Horton Foote's "Blind Date" and Foote's adaptation of William Faulkner's "Tomorrow."
Goodnight Amphitheatre - Tablerock Festival, Salado. Info: 254-634-4658
June 5th, July 13th, 2008, , Wednesday - Sundays ALTAR BOYZ, Off-Broadway Musical, Time: 8:00pm/Sun. 2:30pm. Tickets: $35.00 - $49.00
They’ve got the moves, they’ve got the sound and they’ve got a faith stronger than their hair gel. They’re the newest boys on the block the ALTAR BOYZ! This delightful new musical stars five Apostles of Pop – Matthew, Mark, Luke, Juan and Abraham (he's Jewish) – who will raise your spirits with their spectacular music, sinfully hot dance moves and uncanny ability to drop the funk in fantastic five-part harmony.
Zachary Scott Theatre, Riverside Dr. at S. Lamar Austin Box Office: (512) 476-0541x1
June 6th & 7th, 2008, Friday & Saturday COWBOY JUNKIES, Time: 7:00pm & 9:30pm. Tickets: $25.00 - $65.00
Comprised of its four original members, the Cowboy Junkies continue to wow audiences with their distinctive alt-rock style rooted in traditional country, blues and folk. Nearly 20 years later, with ten album releases and over 4 million records sold, the Canadian band still enchants listeners everywhere with their languid guitars, Margot Timmons’ beautiful vocals, and eerily hushed melodies
One World Theatre, 7701 Bee Caves Road, Austin. Box Office: (512) 330-9550x130
June 6th - 8th, 2008, Friday - Sunday EDDIE IZZARD, Time: 7:30pm. Tickets: $17.00 - $40.00
Disc. N/A
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave, Austin. Box Office: 1-866-443-8849
June 8th, 2008, Sunday Airto & Flora Purim, Time: 6:00pm & 8:30pm. Tickets: $20.00 - $60.00
Since 1974, world-renowned Brazilian percussionist Airto and his wife Flora Purim, the “reigning queen of Brazilian Jazz,” have performed all over the world and recorded albums in Europe and America. Airto’s collection of instruments and unique artistry combined with Flora’s distinctive style and immediately recognizable musical approach creates a global jazz fusion with classic Brazilian roots
One World Theatre, 7701 Bee Caves Road, Austin. Box Office: (512) 330-9550x130
June 10th, 2008, Tuesday LESLIE JORDAN, My Trip Down the Pink Carpet, Time: 8:00pm. Tickets: $52.00 - $58.00
Iconic funny man & Emmy winning actor for his role on Will & Grace, Leslie Jordan returns to Austin with his new one man show filled with wit & wisdoms from his colorful life. Running the gamut from A (amazing) to Z (zany), don’t miss this one of a kind Southerner’s famous brand of humor & story-telling.
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave, Austin. Box Office: 1-866-443-8849
June 11th, 2008, Wednesdays (except 7/2/08) Austin Symphony Orchestra ART PARK, Time: 9:30am-11:30am. Admission: $0.50/Adults free
The Austin Symphony invites children and their parents to join in discovering the wonder and excitement that the performing arts can bring when they attend Children's Day Art Park. Symphony Square will be transformed into a secret garden of cultural delights waiting for the youth of Austin and Central Texas to enjoy. An amphitheatre teeming with balloons, bubbles, roving symphony musicians, magicians, mimes, arts & crafts, storytellers, clowns, smiling faces, and musical instruments await the imagination of the young and the young at heart. This summer at Symphony Square, come experience the magic for yourself!
Symphony Square, 11th at Red River, Austin. Info: (512) 476-6064
June 13th, 2008, Friday ROT BIKER RALLY PARADE AND CONCERT, Time: 6:00pm - 1:00am. Tickets: $ FREE $
The World’s largest Motorcycle Parade as certified by the Guiness Book of World Records. Free Live Music in the heart of downtown. Major national bands will perform at the Travis County Expo Center and Rally Grounds. Hundreds of Motorcycle & accessory vendors.
Congress Avenue & Travis County Expo Center, Austin. Info: (512) 441-9015
June 13th, 2008, Friday HAL KETCHUM, Time: 7:00pm & 9:30pm. Tickets: $20.00 - $60.00
With more than four million albums sold, fifteen Top 10 singles and five Top 5 singles, Hal Ketchum is one of country music’s greatest talents. His heart-felt lyrics, distinctive tenor voice and dynamic live performances have endeared him to fans and critics alike of rock, folk and country.
One World Theatre, 7701 Bee Caves Road, Austin. Box Office: (512) 330-9550x130
June 14th, 2008, Saturday THE LITTLE MERMAID, Time: 11:00am & 1:00pm. Tickets: $12.00/$15.00 adults
A new twist on an old classic, this full-scale musical features a talented cast of local children from this year’s Camp One World program
One World Theatre, 7701 Bee Caves Road, Austin. Box Office: (512) 330-9550x130
June 14th, 2008, Saturday GABRIEL IGLESIAS, comedy, Time: 7:00pm. Tickets: $39.00
Ask anyone who has seen Gabriel Iglesias in concert and you will probably hear the same thing, "He was so funny!" Gabriel’s style of comedy is a mixture of story telling with characters and sound effects that bring all his personal issues to life. His amazing ability to cross over with a clean animated style of comedy has made him popular with audiences across the country.
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave, Austin. Box Office: 1-866-443-8849
June 15th, 2008, Sunday AUSTIN SYMPHONIC BAND, Time: 7:00pm. Admission: $ FREE $
Marches, show tunes and light classics are sure to please Dad. Bring a picnic supper, spread a blanket under the pecan trees, and watch the stars come out as the band showcases music as big as all outdoors
Zilker Hillside Theater, Austin. Info: (512) 345-7420
June 20th, 2008, Friday THE VERDI REQUIEM with Conspirare, Time: 7:30pm. Tickets: $20.00 - $55.00
Giuseppe Verdi's Requiem has been called his greatest opera, and for good reason. Although a reverent setting of a liturgical text, to be sure, the writing is of such vivid tonal coloration and sumptuous melodic flow, of such powerful emotional impact and unrelenting dramatic intensity that the work utterly defies classification and stands alone in the annals of great music. At the first performance in 1874, in the restrained atmosphere of St. Mark's Church in Milan, the audience's reaction was understandably muted. The second performance three days later, at La Scala, was received by the capacity audience with tumultuous enthusiasm.
Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside Drive Austin Info: (512) 476-5775
June 21st, 2008, Saturday Colin Hay, Time: 7:00pm & 9:30pm. Tickets: $tba$
Colin Hay first landed on American shores as the frontman and principal songwriter of the pop sensation Men at Work. With Hay's wry songs and burnished vocals leading the way, they were responsible for a series of massive hits, such as "Down Under," "Who Can It Be Now?" and "Overkill.
One World Theatre, 7701 Bee Caves Road, Austin. Box Office: (512) 329-6753
June 21st & 22nd, 2008, Saturday & Sunday CITY-WIDE GARAGE SALE, Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm / Sun. 11:00am - 5:00pm. Tickets: $5.00 - good both days
Austin's famous antique, collectable, and vintage flea market of 150+ vendors
Palmer Event Center, Barton Springs at Bouldin Ave, Austin. Info: (512) 441-2828
June 25th, 2008, Wednesday Raven-Symoné's "Pajama Party Concert" Time: 7:00pm $29.50 - $49.50
Raven-Symoné, best known for her role as Olivia on “The Cosby Show,” recently starred in the film College Road Trip and releases her latest self-titled album on April 29. One of the songs featured in the film is a remake of the popular 80’s song, “Double Dutch Bus” and is the lead single on her new album. Joining Raven-Symoné at the party will be Mitchel Musso, known for his role as Oliver on the show "Hannah Montana," and artists B5 and Clique Girlz. Fans are encouraged to wear their pajamas and can look forward to a stage that is designed to replicate Raven-Symoné’s house.
Frank Erwin Center, IH-35 at MLK Blvd. Austin Box Office: (512) 477-6060
June 26th - 29th, 2008 Thursday - Saturday Roots Music Association's Convention Time: n/a $ tba $
The 3 day event will also include a series of interactive and educational panels, a trade fair, once in a lifetime events and networking opportunities geared toward all facets of the music industry.
Alzafar Shrine Center, San Antonio. Info: 888-391-0983
June 27th, 2008, Friday SINBAD, actor and comedian, Time: 7:00pm & 9:30pm. Tickets: $35.00 - $75.00
Ranked by Comedy Central as one of the top 100 standup comedians of all time.
One World Theatre, 7701 Bee Caves Road, Austin. Box Office: (512) 330-9550x130
June 27th - August 10th, 2008, Thursday - Saturday Seussical The Musical, Time: Thu-Sat.7:00pm / Sat.& Sun. 2:00pm. Tickets: $on sale April 28$
A FUNtastical, magical, musical extravaganza based on the books of Dr. Seuss -- live on stage this summer! Your family will be enchanted when Seuss' beloved characters spring to life in this energetic, heart-warming musical featuring classics such as Horton Hears a Who, Horton Hatches the Egg, Gertrude McFuzz, Green Eggs and Ham and of course, The Cat in the Hat! Dr. Seuss' most colorful characters come tumbling right out of the books and up onto our stage in this joyful gumbo of musical styles, ranging from Latin to pop, swing to gospel, and R&B to funk!
Zachary Scott Theatre, Riverside Dr. at S. Lamar Austin Box Office: (512) 476-0594x1
July 4th, 2008, Friday AUSTIN SYMPHONIC BAND, Time: 8:00pm. Admission: $ FREE $
The band performs before a crowd of thousands at Old Settler's Park in Round Rock. Skydivers, fireworks and watermelon help celebrate the Fourth of July.
Old Settler's Park Round Rock Info: (512) 345-7420
July 5th, 2008, Saturday AUSTIN SYMPHONIC BAND, Time: n/a. Admission: $ FREE $
BASTROP PATRIOTIC FESTIVAL, Austin Symphonic Band makes its annual appearance at this slice of Americana, along the banks of the Colorado River in Bastrop. The evening (and the season) closes with a fireworks spectacular as the band plays on!.
Fisherman's Park, Bastrop. Info: (512) 345-7420
July 10th - August 31st, 2008, Wednesday - Saturday THE CLEAN HOUSE, by Sarah Ruhl, Time: 8:00pm/Sun. 2:30pm. Tickets: $ tba $
Written by one of the most original new voices in American theatre, this 2005 Pulitzer Prize winner is a quirky and moving comedy about love, loss and the power of a good joke. Matilde, a latina housekeeper, is keen to stretch her funny bone, but can’t muster any elbow grease for her domestic duties. Her employers’ house isn’t in order and neither are their personal lives. In pursuit of the perfect joke, Matilde ignores the household dirt, only to be swept away by family affairs of the heart. Delicious language, seriously funny, and twists you won’t see coming make this a play that will hit you where you live.
Zachary Scott Theatre, Riverside Dr. at S. Lamar, Austin. Box Office: (512) 476-0541x1
July 18th - August 9th, 2008, Thursday - Sunday THE WITCHES, Written by Roald Dahl, Time: 8:00pm/Sun. 2:00pm. Tickets: $13.00 - $15.00
Would you know a real witch if you saw one? They don’t ride on broomsticks. They don’t wear black capes or pointy hats. In fact, they don’t look like witches at all. But one thing is certain: A real witch is the most dangerous of all living creatures. So you’d better learn to know one when you see one! The young hero of this award-winning story learns that lesson in a hurry when he encouters a whole gruesome gang of them. He’ll need all his wits about him to foil their wicked scheme — a dastardly plot to rid the world of children forever!
Sam Bass Community Theatre, 600 North Lee St, Round Rock. Box Office: (512) 244-0440
July 19th & 20th, 2008, Saturday & Sunday CITY-WIDE GARAGE SALE, Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm / Sun. 11:00am - 5:00pm. Tickets: $5.00 - good both days
Austin's famous antique, collectable, and vintage flea market of 150+ vendors
Palmer Event Center, Barton Springs at Bouldin Ave, Austin. Info: (512) 441-2828
July 19th, 26th & August 2nd, 2008, Saturdays SALADO LEGENDS, A Dinner Theater, Time: 7:30pm dinner / 8:15pm show. Ticket's: $17.00 adults / $5.00 / $8.00 dinner ea.
An original song, "Be Careful What You Wish For," weaves the legends of the Tonkawa Indians, the dreams of the Spanish explorers and hopes of the Scottish settlers into a panoramic tale.
Goodnight Amphitheatre - Tablerock Festival, Salado. Info: (254)-947-9205
July 28th - August, 9th, 2008 SHAKESPEARE UNDER THE STARS, Time: tba $ tba $ The Comedy of Errors showing July 28, 30 and August 1, 4, 6, 8, 2008 King Lear showing July 29, 31 and August 2, 5, 7, and 9, 2008
The EmilyAnn Theatre, 1101 FM 2325, Wimberley. Info: (512) 847-6969
August 13th, 2008, Wednesday MELISSA ETHERIDGE, The Revival Tour 2008, Time: 8:00pm. Tickets: $420.. - $108.00
Melissa Etheridge, Academy and two-time Grammy Award winning singer, songwriter and musician, is sure to put on a memorable performance in our historic venue. From early hits like "Bring Me Some Water" and "I'm The Only One" to the more recent "Angels Will Fall," Melissa has been knocking out rock tunes since 1988. Her most recent album, The Awakening, reveals a freer, more personal yet simultaneously universal perspective... vintage Melissa at the apex of her creativity.
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave, Austin. Box Office: 1-866-443-8849
August 16th & 17th, 2008, Saturday & Sunday CITY-WIDE GARAGE SALE, Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm / Sun. 11:00am - 5:00pm. Tickets: $5.00 - good both days
Austin's famous antique, collectable, and vintage flea market of 150+ vendors
Palmer Event Center, Barton Springs at Bouldin Ave, Austin. Info: (512) 441-2828
August 30th & 31st, 2008, Saturday & Sunday 4th ANNUAL BATFEST! 2008, Time: 2:00pm- 12:00am. Tickets: $5.00
Batfest!, Austin's largest attended Arts & Crafts show, will feature Arts, Crafts, Music, Food, Bat Watching, Children's Activities, and Educational Displays.
Ann Richard (Congress Avenue) Bridge, Austin. Info: (512) 441-9015
September 6th & 7th, 2008, Saturday & Sunday LE GARAGE SALE, Time: 11:00am - 6:00pm. $10.00
A grassroots effort to support local businesses. Boutique and Home Event all under one roof! NOTE: CASH ONLY SALES
Palmer Event Center, 900 Barton Springs Road Austin Info: (512) 970-7651
September 6th & 7th, 2008, Saturday & Sunday CITY-WIDE GARAGE SALE, Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm / Sun. 11:00am - 5:00pm. Tickets: $5.00 - good both days
Austin's famous antique, collectable, and vintage flea market of 150+ vendors
Palmer Event Center, Barton Springs at Bouldin Ave, Austin. Info: (512) 441-2828
September 12th, 2008, Friday D.L. HUGHLEY, Time: 8:00pm. Tickets: $35.00 - $50.00
One of the most highly recognized standup comedians on the road today. With his innate ability to make people laugh, as well as his quick wit and affable personality, D.L. will undoubtedly have everyone in stitches. The comedian spent four years starring in his own sitcom "The Hughleys," co-starred in the mega-hit ORIGINAL KINGS OF COMEDY, and has proven himself as one of the hardest working men in showbiz. Adult Content
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave, Austin. Box Office: 1-866-443-8849
September 18th - 20th & October 2nd - 4th, 2008, Thursday - Saturday TABLEROCK'S REPERTORY THEATER of SALADO, Time: 7:30pm. Ticket's: $15.00
The Horton Foote Society under the direction of Dr. Marion Castleberry, will present works of Horton Foote and other Southwest writers..
Goodnight Amphitheatre - Tablerock Festival, Salado. Info: 254-634-4658
September 26th - 28th, 2008, Friday - Sunday AUSTIN CITY LIMITS MUSIC FESTIVAL, Time: varies, Tickets: $tba$
15 acres of music, music and more music: 3 DAYS - 8 STAGES - 130 BANDS.
Zilker Park, 2220 Barton Springs Road, Austin. Info: (512) 454-2273
October 3rd, 2008, Friday CARLOS MENCIA, At Close Range, Time: 8:00pm. Tickets: $42.00
Latino superstar/stand-up comedian, is undoubtedly one of today’s most lauded and feared comics and he’s coming to Austin. One of the most popular comedians in stand-up history, Carlos Mencia takes comedy one step further as he combines unrelenting provocative nature with caustic, unabashed humor and pokes at racial stereotypes as well as modern day absurdities in a blunt and politically incorrect manner. Mencia demonstrates an extraordinary ability to connect with a diverse audience, with his unique point-of-view, insightful perception, and exceptional ability to elicit laughs while making our brains tick.
Frank Erwin Center, IH-35 at MLK Blvd, Austin. Box Office: (512) 477-6060
October 10th - 12th, 2008, Friday - Sunday TEXAS MESQUITE ART FESTIVAL - Fredericksburg, Time: Fri. 12:00pm - 6:00pm / Sat.10:00am - 6:00pn / Sun. 10:00am - 4:00pm. $ n/a $
A juried show represents the best mesquite artists as well as beginning craftsmen.
Marktplatz Downtown Fredericksburg. Info: (830)-997-8515
October 18th & 19th, 2008, Saturday & Sunday CITY-WIDE GARAGE SALE, Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm / Sun. 11:00am - 5:00pm. Tickets: $5.00 - good both days
Austin's famous antique, collectable, and vintage flea market of 150+ vendors
Palmer Event Center, Barton Springs at Bouldin Ave, Austin. Info: (512) 441-2828
December 19th, 2008, Friday PLAYHOUSE DISNEY LIVE!, Time: 7:00pm. Tickets: $$20.00 - $50.00
How would you like to explore the world with the Little Einsteins? Dance in Sheetrock Hills with Handy Manny and his trusty tools? What about sing along with Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy at the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse? Well, we’ve got great news for you! You can do all of those things when Playhouse Disney Live! comes to Austin. After a widely successful first year on tour, Playhouse Disney Live! is once again making its rounds to bring singing, dancing and most importantly, FUN to a stage near you. The live tour features everyone’s favorite characters from the most popular Playhouse Disney shows: “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse,” “Little Einsteins,” “My Friends Tigger & Pooh” and “Handy Manny.” All of these characters come to life for an energetic show that you won’t want to miss.
Frank Erwin Center, IH-35 at MLK Blvd, Austin. Box Office: (512) 477-6060
October 25th, 2008, Saturday Heart O' Texas Orchid Society's Growers Seminar, Time: 10:00am-3:00pm. Admission: $ FREE $
New Growers Seminar, Exhibit & Plant Sale, Lectures will include the 6 variables: Light, Water, Air, Temperature, Growing medium & Fertilizing (called feeding). There will also be a lecture on Pest and Diseases. Free handouts will be available which are designed for the beginner to form a base on how to grow different orchids, both in the home and outdoors. Good information, questions answered, refreshments available.
Zilker Botanical Gardens Center, 2220 Barton Springs Rd, Austin. Info: (512) 477-8672
October 25th & 26th, 2008, Saturday& Sunday FRIGHT TRAIL- A Tablerock Classic, Time: 7:30pm - 10:00pm. Ticket's: $3.00/$5.00 Adults
A half-mile walk full of chills and thrills for young and old to enjoy a haunting Halloween treat. Relieve the great horror classics and expect the unexpected along the enchanted trail.
Goodnight Amphitheatre - Tablerock Festival, Salado. Info: 254-634-4658
November 7th - 9th, 2008, Friday -Sunday DAME EDNA - LIVE AND INTIMATE, Time: Fri & Sat.8:00pm / Sat & Sun. 2pm. Tickets: $25.00 - $80.00
Played by Australian comedian Barry Humphries, Dame Edna is known for her lilac-coloured hair (which she claims is natural) and over-the-top eyeglasses. While Humphries freely states that Dame Edna is a character he plays, Dame Edna consistently denies being a fictional character and refers to Humphries as her “entrepreneur” or manager. Simply hilarious!
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave, Austin. Box Office: 1-866-443-8849
November 29th & 30th, 2008, Saturday & Sunday CITY-WIDE GARAGE SALE, Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm / Sun. 11:00am - 5:00pm. Tickets: $5.00 - good both days
Austin's famous antique, collectable, and vintage flea market of 150+ vendors
Palmer Event Center, Barton Springs at Bouldin Ave, Austin. Info: (512) 441-2828
December 6th, 2008, Saturday JIM GAFFIGAN: SEXY TOUR, Time: 7:00pm & 10:00pm. Tickets: $42.50
Comedy Central Live will be taping this performance of popular comedian Jim Gaffigan! A star of television and film, Gaffigan’s clever, quiet style has earned him an unprecedented number of appearances on both CBS’ Late Show with David Letterman and NBC’s Late Night with Conan O'Brien. His recent one hour Comedy Central Special, Beyond the Pale has catapulted Gaffigan to one of the most popular touring and recorded comedians in the country today.
Paramount Theatre, 713 Congress Ave, Austin. Box Office: 1-866-443-8849
December 5th - 13th, 2008, Friday & Saturday A CHRISTMAS CAROL - Tablerock Festival of Salado, Time: 7:00pm. Ticket's: $3.00/$5.00 Adults
Dickens' famous Yuletide story adapted and directed by Harry Sweet
Goodnight Amphitheatre - Tablerock Festival, Salado. Info: 254-634-4658
January 24th & 25th, 2009, Saturday & Sunday LE GARAGE SALE, Time: 11:00am - 6:00pm. $10.00
A grassroots effort to support local businesses. Boutique and Home Event all under one roof! NOTE: CASH ONLY SALES
Palmer Event Center, 900 Barton Springs Road Austin Info: (512) 970-7651
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March 13th - 22nd, 2009, South by South West Conference + Festivals, Times vary. $: N/A
Annual Music, Media and Film Festival, 10 days of workshops, showcases & entertainment
SXSW Music - March 17th - 22nd, 2009
SXSW Interactive - March 13th - 17th, 2009
SXSW Film - March 13th -21st, 2009 (conference: March 13 - 17, 2009)
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