Live performances in Austin are aplenty in the days to come. From sketch comedy shows to classic fairytales marked by a glass slipper, the stage is set for top tier entertainment with a local twist. Check out the top five things to do in Austin this weekend. For a full listing of events, go to our calendar.
Thursday, January 26
ZACH Theatre presents Cinderella
Rogers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella takes new, dual-language life at ZACH Theatre. This special production of the Tony-nominated musical fairytale will be performed simultaneously in English and American Sign Language for audiences to enjoy. Familiar favorites like “In My Own Little Corner” and “Impossible” are certain to entertain and delight fans old and new. Followed by the opening weekend, shows are scheduled through March 5. For more information, visit the ZACH Theatre website.
The Latino Comedy Project: Gentrif*cked
Equal parts comedy and poignant social commentary come to life on stage at the George Washington Carver Museum. Emmy-nominated sketch troupe The Latino Comedy Project delves into the gentrification pandemic happening in Austin and nationwide with a mix of music, live sketches, and original videos. Tickets are available for purchase here.
Friday, January 27
Ginuwine in concert
R&B superstar Ginuwine brings his signature serenades to Austin for one evening only. Since his rise to fame in the 1990s, he’s released seven albums in his career and is the voice behind hit songs like “Pony” and “In Those Jeans.” For tickets to the ACL Live & 3TEN at ACL Live show, click here.
Saturday, January 28
Austin Opera presents Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
The Long Center for the Performing Arts welcomes the darkly comedic story of Sweeney Todd to its stage for a three-night-only run, beginning this weekend. Follow Todd and his murderous quest for revenge as he returns to London after being wrongly exiled and stripped of his family. A select number of tickets for all performances are still available.
The Little Gay Shop and Eastside Pop-Up present Queer Flea
Pick up your new favorite wares and support local LGBTQ+ makers at The Little Gay Shop this weekend only. The shop and Eastside Pop Up join forces to offer the community a market featuring more than 40 vendors, food, coffee, vinyl records shopping, and more. For a list of participating vendors and to get tickets, go to the event website. Admission is free and open to the public.
