Live music, exclusive film screenings, and a Broadway production top our list for entertainment in the days to come. Enjoy a live production of Clue at Bass Concert Hall, or enjoy a selection of popular music performed by some of the city’s most talented cellists. Check out the top seven things to do in Austin this weekend. For a complete list of events, visit our calendar.
Thursday, January 16
The Broadway production of Clue comes to Bass Concert Hall this weekend.
Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings
Enjoy an evening of music from the hit Netflix series Bridgerton by candlelight at St. David's Episcopal Church. The Listeso String Quartet will perform a selection of popular songs from the Shondaland show, which features classical renditions of today’s top pop hits. Tickets to both of the evening’s shows are available.
Broadway in Austin presents Clue
Murder and blackmail take the stage in the Broadway production of the classic Hasbro board game Clue at Bass Concert Hall. Audiences can expect hilarious moments, shocking clues, and a final twist reminiscent of the game played for generations. Shows are scheduled through January 19.
Paramount Theatre presents Ani DiFranco in concert
Folk rock artist Ani DiFranco performs live at The Paramount Theatre. DiFranco is known as a feminist icon and has released 22 albums that span genres including punk, soul, and folk. She comes to Austin in support of her new album, Unprecedented Sh!t. Tickets are available now.
Hyde Park Theatre presents FronteraFest: Short Fringe
FronteraFest presents the Short Fringe component of its programming at Hyde Park Theatre. The Short Fringe features 80 short pieces, including improv, dance, plays, songs, monologues, and multimedia pieces. Other highlights include performances by slam poet Christopher Michael and improv group the Knuckleball Now. Visit the festival website for tickets and more information.
Saturday, January 18
Austin Camerata + The Cathedral present 4th Annual CelloFest
The Cathedral hosts a dynamic cello concert that fuses classical, bossa nova, pop, and rock into one genre-defying program. CelloFest features an ensemble of eight cellists from the Austin Camerata and the Austin Symphony Orchestra. Guests can also enjoy complimentary cocktails throughout the evening. Tickets are available.
Muse Gallery presents Renew: A Celebration Of New Beginnings opening reception
Muse Gallery presents its first show of the year at Good Dad Studios. The exhibition features work by more than 30 artists exploring their journeys of reinvention and new beginnings. Following the opening, the exhibition will remain on display by appointment only through February 8. Admission to the opening reception is free and open to the public.
Sunday, January 19
Landmarks presents Songs in the Skyspace
The monthly music series hosted inside James Turrell’s Skyspace continues. This month’s performance features the instrumental ukulele ensemble Austin Ukestra. Guests are invited to listen to live music accompanied by the installation’s sunset light sequence for a transcendent experience. Skyspace admission is free with reservation.
