Live Orchestral Magic and Harry Potter
At the turn of the 20th century, when silent films were all the rage in America and Europe, it was not uncommon for a pianist and another instrumentalist to perform…
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At the turn of the 20th century, when silent films were all the rage in America and Europe, it was not uncommon for a pianist and another instrumentalist to perform…
This musical play, adapted from a 1996 film, begins rather somberly but lifts the spirits in the end. Currently presented by Austin Playhouse, the music and book by James Valco…
This electropop opera, which was first performed in 2012 (written by Dave Malloy) evoked distinctly divided opinions along the audience members. One told me he really wanted to leave at…
The faux musical group who lend their name to this musical-comedy-drama is The Marvelous Wonderettes; it premiered in Milwaukee in 1999. Currently gracing the stage at the Hill Country Community…
In an inspiring announcement, Nagavalli, an Indian-American artist based in Austin, unveils the stellar lineup for her upcoming show, “First and Foremost: Where East Meets West,” set to take place…
Three sisters brought an unusual Beethoven Concerto alive at the most recent outing of our great Austin Symphony Orchestra. The Ahn trio play the violin, cello and piano, which is…
The Christmas and Holidays concert by Pride Chorus Houston was a very fine affair hosted by Unity of Houston church. It was a great venue for the group, far better…
HOME is where the heart is. In the case of the non-profit (501c3) organization HOME, Housing Opportunities for Musicians and Entertainers, it’s where the artist goes to live. This all-volunteer…
As Artistic Director Dr. Daniel Arredondo II said, the Austin Gay Men’s Chorus performance this past weekend was not strictly a Christmas concert. Like most such choruses across the country,…
The first half of the latest masterpiece performance by the Austin Symphony Orchestra was a notable departure from the usual classical fare. While it concluded with the somnambulant Symphony No.…