mardi 24 octobre 2017

Music, Theater And Other Performance Space Austin

By Karen Murray


When it comes to finding a place to host an open-mic or poetry reading or slam, it can often be difficult to do so. In fact, performance space Austin, Texas is some of the most difficult to locate when desiring to host such an event. Although, for lovers of concerts, movement productions and theater, there are still a few hot spots in town.

While this is the case, there are still several venues open and operating in the city. Although, with only a limited number of performance venues, many artists still find it hard to succeed. In particular, live music venues and poetry reading and slam spaces have been the most effected.

Still, for those who enjoy the performing arts and the lucky few whom can afford to rent space, or acquire residencies at those still left, those remaining are some of the best in the world. Whether looking to attend community theater or a world class performance, there are still spaces left in the capitol city that host events and often draw record crowds.

Venues which are still open and operating include Austin City Limits Live, a live music venue featuring well known and up and coming musicians. In addition to concerts, the venue hosts one of the best art galleries in the city on the second floor. The gallery features artists of all genres spanning a number of years.

The second most popular venue in the area is that of the Long Center. The Long as it is known hosts a number of concerts, plays and musicals and boast some of the best acoustics in the area. It is also home to a number of Austin performing arts groups such as Ballet Austin, the Lyric Opera and the Austin Symphony Orchestra. Due to the wide variety of presentations throughout the year, individuals can often buy season or single tickets.

While located on the University of Texas campus, Bass Performance Hall often sells out every performance whether a concert, musical or play. The film and theater department also host a number of events at the all during the school year. At other times, the dance department might be using the space for recitals or to present a seasonal dance concert.

Sky Candy is a much smaller venue in the center of the city. Being that it is a much smaller venue, the owners often host aerial scarf classes, pole dancing classes and other community events. Whereas, individuals and groups can rent space to host a variety of events and productions when space is available.

Some other performance spaces in or near Austin include, the Round Rock Performing Arts Center which hosts a number of concerts and the Zachary Scott Theater, which is most likely one of the longest running community theaters based in the city. The Zachary Scott generally presents a number of plays and productions on a year round basis. Lastly, when perusing the local entertainment area of 6th Street, Esther's Follies offers a performance which is often unforgettable. Often based on current events and politics, the players at this long run comedic theater take audiences on a trip of laughter akin to no other.




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