Radical Nautical
Thu. 08/02 | 7:00PM - Sat. 09/01 @ Gallery Lombardi (West Sixth)
Extra-Ordinary: The Everyday Object in Art—Selections from the Whitney Museum of A...
Sat. 08/25 | 7:00PM - Sun. 11/04 @ Austin Museum of Art (Downtown location) (West Sixth)
This exhibition will be comprised of paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, and sculptures from the permanent collection of the Whitney Museum of American Art, each of which, through conten…more»
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Today, James Housefield will lecture on the idea of art in relation to this exhibit. Housefield is AMOA adjunct curator, National Endowment for the Humanities Distinguished Teaching professor in the humanities and associate professor of art history at Texas State University.read more at austin360.com
Artist Lecture: Silver Lining flat Lining: Michael Wutz at Volitant Gallery (2pm)
Fri. 08/10 | 2:00PM - Sat. 09/22 @ Volitant Gallery
Silver Lining flat lining: Michael Wutz Curated by Till RichterAugust 10 - September 22, 2007 August 10 - September 22, 2007. Tues. – Sat. 11am – 9pm, Sun. and Mon. noon &nda…more»
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German artist Michael Wutz is this year’s visiting artist in printmaking at the University of Texas. In a solo show, he exhibits his eerie landscapes that depict a quasi-apocalyptic vision of our world close to flat-lining.read more at austin360.com
The Dragonfly Princess: A Fantasy Faery Opera by Chad Salvata
Thu. 08/23 | 8:00PM - Sat. 09/08 @ The Vortex (East Side)
Ethosin association withVORTEX Repertory CompanypresentsThe Dragonfly Princessa world-premiere fantasy operaby Chad SalvataDirected by Bonnie CullumWhen: August 23 - September 8, 2007Th…more»
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Ethos, the Vortex Repertory Company and director Bonnie Cullum present the opening night of “The Dragonfly Princess,” an adult-themed fantasy opera with elements based loosely on Joseph Conrad’s “Heart of Darkness” and Jules Verne’s "Journey to the Center of the Earth.read more at austin360.com
Katherine Bash : Broken Symmetries
Thu. 08/09 | 6:00PM - Fri. 09/14 @ Women & Their Work (Downtown)
Opening Reception: Thursday, August 9, 6 – 8 pmThe artist will talk about her work at 6:30pmWomen & Their Work presents new work by Texas artist Katherine Bash who is currently worki…more»
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Katherine Bash — aka the Principal Investigator for the Itinerant Laboratory for Perceptual Inquiry — looks for new meaning and new philosophy in the quotidian landscape around us, then uses photographs and poetry to bring it together.read more at austin360.com
Opening Reception and Artist Talk: Conrad Bakker, Untitled Project: Commodity Feti...
Sat. 08/25 | 6:00PM - Sat. 09/29 @ Lora Reynolds Gallery (Downtown)
Conrad BakkerUntitled Project: Commodity FetishismLora Reynolds GalleryAugust 25 – September 29, 2007Reception and Artist Talk, Saturday, August 25, 6 - 8 pmArtist talk begins at 6:30 pm…more»
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Known for his intentionally imprecise hand-painted wood replicas of mass-produced objects, artist Conrad Bakker will present a simulated designer showroom of new sculptures and paintings.read more at austin360.com
Dress Up: Portrait and Performance in Victorian Photography
Every Sunday 7:00PM @ Harry Ransom Center (Campus)
September 4 - December 30, 2007Tues., Wed. and Fri. from 10am - 5pm Thurs. from 10am - 7pmSat. and Sun. from noon - 5pm
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“Dress Up: Portrait and Performance in Victorian Photography” explores how the culture differed in this period from current times. Photography started in the Victorian era, and it distinguished itself by creating tableaux of imagery and theoretical visions.read more at austin360.com
An Almost Holy Picture-July 19 - August 26, 2007. Thursdays - Saturdays at 8 pm, S...
Thu. 07/19 | 7:00PM - Sun. 08/26 @ ZACH Scott Theatre (South Austin)
An Almost Holy Picture Keeping the Faith Photos by Kirk Tuck By…more»
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n Heather McDonald’s odd yet thoughtful one-man play, a lapsed Episcopal priest faces the ultimate test of faith when his wife, after several miscarriages, gives birth to a beautiful baby girl who is covered with downy white fur.read more at austin360.com
An Almost Holy Picture
Thu. 07/19 | 7:00PM - Sun. 08/26 @ ZACH Scott Theatre (South Austin)
A breathtaking drama in which Samuel, a former Episcopal priest collides with the ultimate test of his faith when his wife gives birth to a beautiful baby girl -- born covered with downy white…more»
Passing Time and the Changing Seasons of Time
Sat. 08/11 | 7:00PM - Fri. 09/07 @ Okay Mountain Gallery (East Side)
Passing Time and the Changing Seasons of Time Opening Reception: Saturday August 11th 7-10pm Exhibition Dates : August 11th - September 1st Gallery Hours: Wednesd…more»
Lonesome Dove
Fri. 08/24 | 7:00PM - Wed. 10/31 @ Wittliff Gallery
Through March 8, 2008. Monday, Tuesday and Friday 8am - 5pm, Wednesday and Thursday 8am - 7pm, Saturday 9am - 5pm, Sunday 2pm - 6pm
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Bill Wittliff, screenwriter behind ‘Lonesome Dove,’ exhibits silver-gelatin photographs from the set of the popular television miniseries through March 30, 2008.read more at austin360.com
Radio Silence
Every Sunday 8:00PM - Sun. 08/31 @ The Vortex (East Side)
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Radio and its dwindling efficacy as a modern medium becomes the lens through which performance poet Zell Miller III tackles current events in his newest show. ‘Radio Silence’ features performances by Miller along with Wanda Holland and Ebony Stewart. Choreography by Ananda Maya Moss.
— Jeanne Claire van Ryzin
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Radical Nautical-Tuesday - Saturday from noon - 6pm
Fri. 08/24 | 7:00PM - Sat. 09/01 @ Gallery Lombardi (West Sixth)
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The ocean has always been the scene of great adventures and the subject of much wonder. Early last month, Gallery Lombardi announced a call for artistic work that captured the sense of wonder and adventure of sea travel.read more at austin360.com
'Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix': An IMAX 3D Experience
Wed. 07/11 | 7:00PM - Mon. 09/03 @ Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
One of the biggest names in film — and a children's literature phenomenon — flies onto the biggest screen in Austin…where viewers can experience the movie's explosiv…more»
Artistic License: WorkSpace Artist Josefina Guilisasti
Thu. 06/28 | 7:00PM - Sun. 10/21 @ Blanton Museum of Art (Campus)
Artistic License is a chance to get up close and personal with Blanton artists. Meet leading Chilean artist, Josefina Guilisasti on June 28 when she discusses her installation. Her work is fea…more»
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The Blanton Museum of Art is showing the artwork of Chilean artist Josefina Guilisasti in the exhibition titled “WorkSpace: Josefina Guilisasti.” The exhibit features eight canvases called “Marfa/Puerto Viejo,” influenced by the artist’s 2005 trip to Marfa.read more at austin360.com
William Wegman Emancipet Event
Mon. 08/06 | 7:00PM - Sat. 09/15 @ Design Center of Austin at Penn Field (South Austin)
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Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres to accompany a display of short films by dog photographer William Wegmanread more at austin360.com
Brian Hamill: 'La Fiesta Brava'
Fri. 07/27 | 7:00PM - Fri. 08/31 @ Russell Collection Fine Art Gallery
July 27 - August 31, 2007. Tuesday - Friday from 11am - 6pm, Saturday 10am - 5pm
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New York photographer Brian Hamill, most famous for his work with director Woody Allen on more than 25 films, exhibits his newest collection, “La Fiesta Brava,” at the downtown location of the Russell Collection. “La Fiesta Brava,” which documents a Venezuelan bullfight, is both raw and elegant.read more at austin360.com
Awakening the Soul
Fri. 07/06 | 6:00PM - Fri. 08/31 @ Las Manitas Avenue Cafe
Awakening the Soul Artwork by Victor Garcia Exhibit: July 6 – August 31, 2007 Reception: Friday, July 6, 2007 6:00 – 8:00 pm La Peña presents “Aw…more»
WorkSpace: Josefina Guilisasti
Sat. 07/07 | 7:00PM - Sun. 10/21 @ Blanton Museum of Art (Campus)
July 7 - October 21, 2007. Tues. - Sats 10am - 5pm (Thursdays open until 8), Sundays 1pm - 5pm
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The Blanton Museum of Art is showing the artwork of Chilean artist Josefina Guilisasti in the exhibition titled “WorkSpace: Josefina Guilisasti.” The exhibit features eight canvases called “Marfa/Puerto Viejo,” influenced by the artist’s 2005 trip to Marfa. Through Oct. 21. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today.read more at austin360.com
SOUTH PACIFIC
Sat. 08/25 | 7:00PM - Sun. 08/26 @ The Paramount Theatre (Downtown)
Saturday, August 25 @ 7 pmSunday, August 26 @ 2:30 & 7 pmThe Paramount Theatre Rossano Brazzi, Mitzi Gaynor, John Kerr, Ray Walston. Directed by…more»
Testimonio
Thu. 03/08 | 7:00PM - Fri. 08/31 @ La Pena
Testimonio La Peña Gallery 227 Congress Ave Austin, TX 78701 March 8 – August 31, 2007 La Peña proudly presents “Testimonio…more»
Leanne Venier's "Abstractions"
Sun. 07/01 | 12:00AM - Fri. 08/01 @ New World Deli
New World Deli is now featuring the energetic and sensuous abstract oil paintings of Leanne Venier. The artist breathes life into paint, and what emerges in her works is provocative and often …more»
Moonlight Cinema
Every Sunday 8:00PM @ The Belmont (West Sixth)
Funny Films for Free. Every Sunday at 8 pm.Join us Sunday nights for an interactive film viewing experience with live action entertainment, sing-a-longs, and contests.Host Jerm Poll…more»
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The Belmont continues its outdoor theater series this month with four films starring Matt Dillon. Tonight’s taste of Dillon is ‘The Flamingo Kid.’ The film is shown on the big screen and features dinner specials.read more at austin360.com
Guzman and Fox
Sun. 08/26 | 7:00PM @ One World Theatre (South Austin)
Fusing their traditional and urban sensibilities, Joel Guzman and Sarah Fox reach deep into the ocean of Latin music creating a sound as seamless as water. Flawlessly blending Fox’s voca…more»
10 MPH
Sun. 08/26 | 7:00PM @ Alamo Drafthouse South (South Austin)
10 MPH Rated NR This is a venue rental booking and is not sponsored by the Alamo but tickets ARE available for purchase by the general public. Doors open at 6 PM Tickets $8 reg…more»
The ocean has always been the scene of great adventures and the subject of much wonder. read more at austin360.com