The 11th Annual Heller Awards for Young Artists (HAYAs) took place Wednesday night at the Long Center, in collaboration with Texas Performing Arts and Impact Arts. Jamias Hughes from Lockhart High School and Ava Moak from Round Rock High School won the top prizes and will go on to the Jimmys in NYC in June.
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KUT interviews TPA resident artist Lisa B. Thompson about her newest project
Lisa B. Thompson has been working on The Black Feminist Guide to the Human Body as a 2023-2024 Texas Performing Arts Artist in Residence. KUT’s Jennifer Stayton talked with Thompson ahead of the premiere at the Vortex Theatre this month about the themes of the work.
Interview: Abby Z of 'Radioactive Practice' at B Iden Payne Theatre
BroadwayWorld Austin talks with Abby Z, director and choreographer of Radioactive Practice, about her work with the New Utility and this unique show opening Friday as part of the Fusebox Festival here in Austin. "It's not your typical sit and be quiet in the audience dance show," -- Abby Z.
Artist Tania El Khoury shares powerful family memoirs in ‘Cultural Exchange Rate’
After making its way through various countries, including Germany, France, and the United Arab Emirates, Cultural Exchange Rate is now trekking across the U.S. In a partnership with Texas Performing Arts and Fusebox, El Khoury’s work is visiting Austin and campus from April 10-14, as part of the 2024 Fusebox Festival.
Celebrate 20 Years of Fusebox Festival
Fusebox is celebrating 20 years this month! The Fusebox + Texas Performing Arts partnership that began last year continues with a constellation of remarkable artists as part of the festival this April, including: Tania El Khoury's interactive live art installation Cultural Exchange Rate, award-winning choreographerAbby Z's Radioactive Practice, Sam Green's new film, 32 Sounds, and Lisa B. Thompson’s latest project The Black Feminist Guide to the Human Body.
Cirque du Soleil goes country on new tour coming to Austin in August
Cirque du Soleil, in partnership with Universal Music Group Nashville, will unveil a new country-themed show called Songblazers, which is coming to Bass Concert Hall in Austin from August 14-18.
Black Feminism Finds a Niche in Austin’s Alt Theatre Scene
In Lisa B. Thompson’s new play, Black Feminist Guide to the Human Body, the playwright and professor seeks a softer life for Black women as they age. Thompson is a 23/24 Texas Performing Arts resident artist, and the play will premiere during the Fusebox Festival at Austin's Vortex Theatre on April 12.
'Wicked' The Hit Musical Flies Into Austin March 13-31
Currently the 4th longest-running show in Broadway history, Wicked celebrated its 20th Anniversary in October. The international Broadway sensation will be at Bass Concert Hall through March 31.
You may see the Wizard now! "Wicked" actor Tom McGowan chats with Trevor Scott
Actor, Tom McGowan, who plays the Wizard himself, joined CBS Austin to share why audiences love this story about what happened in the land of Oz before Dorothy dropped in.
'Wicked The Musical' Will Have You Flying High In Austin
While most Broadway in Austin shows last just under a week, Wicked is playing in Austin through March 31. Filled with the most uplifting songs and superb actors and singers, Wicked is a show you shouldn’t miss.
Review: WICKED - Musical Magic at Bass Concert Hall
There’s a reason why Wicked has become one of the most beloved musicals in the history of theatre, it is quite simply fantastic in every aspect. At Bass Concert Hall through March 31.
Wicked: The Origin Story of The Witches of Oz Makes Its Austin Comeback!
Whether it’s your first or fourth time seeing Wicked, get ready to be ‘changed for good’ by this Austin favorite! Wicked opened on March 13 and is playing at Bass Concert Hall through March 31.
'Wicked' the Musical Lands in Austin, now through March 31
Wicked, the Broadway sensation, is now playing at Bass Concert and you have 3 weeks to catch it! CBS Austin talks with Tara Kostmayer, who portrays Nessarose, who eventually becomes known as "the Wicked Witch of the East."
Defying Gravity in Austin with Celia Hottenstein of “Wicked”
Tribeza sits down with the actress currently touring as Glinda the Good Witch to chat about Wicked's stop in Austin March 13-31 at Bass Concert Hall.
Texas Performing Arts Reveals a Sensational New Season of Broadway in Austin Shows
Fans of musical theatre are in for an outstanding year of entertainment as hit after hit arrives at Bass Concert Hall as part of Texas Performing Arts’ Broadway in Austin 2024-25 Season. Get ready to enjoy four Austin premieres along with the return of several beloved favorites.
Broadway in Austin Announces 2024-25 Season
The best of Broadway keeps making its way to Austin, with Texas Performing Arts announcing the titles for its 2024-25 Broadway in Austin season at the Bass Concert Hall. The schedule is filled with beloved classics like Hamilton and Funny Girl, and red hot new smashes like MJ and Shucked.
TPA presents Broadway in Austin reveals the stellar lineup for their 20204/2025 season!
It's time to pull back the curtain on Broadway in Austin's 2024/20-25 season! Bob Bursey, Executive and Artistic Director of Texas Performing Arts, joined Trevor Scott and Chelsey Khan to tell We Are Austin about the award-winning shows that will take the stage at Bass Concert Hall.
Les Mis, Hamilton, and 7 other shows hit the stage for Broadway in Austin's 2024-25 season
On March 5 Texas Performing Arts (TPA) announced nine shows coming in the 2024-25 season to near-constant applause, gasps, and even screams of delight. The most dramatic audience reaction was to the announcement that Hamilton would be returning, but Les Misérables and Moulin Rouge!
'More is more': A record 9 Broadway shows headed to UT Bass Concert Hall next season
A record nine major touring shows will light up Bass Concert Hall during the next season of Broadway in Austin. The mix includes the movie-to-stage musical, Moulin Rouge! and the Michael Jackson-themed show, MJ. Add to them fresh runs for two all-time favorites, Hamilton and Les Miserables, as well as recent winners from the Great White Way, such as the first major revival of Funny Girl, and the corn-fed laugh fest known as Shucked.
'Wicked' will be in Austin for 18 days. Here's how to get tickets.
The musical, which follows witches Glinda and Elphaba in a prequel to The Wizard of Oz, will show at Bass Concert Hall March 13-31.