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Abstract
The Performing Arts Collection documents the history of the performing arts (theater, dance, opera and musical theater, classical music, and select choral groups) in Austin and Travis County. The collection contains materials such as performance programs, playbills, fliers, posters, marketing materials, press clippings, reviews, costume designs, photographs, administrative records, and other ephemera dating from the 1880s through current day.
Fliers and programs promoting plays of 4th & 1 Productions, Inc.
7 Towers Theatre Company was founded in 2010 and is a sponsored project of the Austin Creative Alliance. Includes a program for a performance by 7 Towers Theatre Company of "Burn This."
Fliers and programs promoting plays at AAA (Triple A) Theater during the mid-1980s.
The Actors' Equity Association is a labor union that was founded in 1913 to protect and represent professional actors and stage managers in the theatre. Includes programs promoting plays for the Actors' Equity Member Project.
Fliers and programs promoting plays at Actores Independientes.
Actors & Company, formed in the 1980s, produced plays as well as provided training classes and workshops. The organization took over the activities of Actors, Inc. Includes fliers and programs promoting plays and workshops presented by Actors & Company.
Actors Theatre of Austin was a non-profit acting company formed in the early 1980s as an effort to establish a professional, permanent acting company in Austin. The collection contains programs promoting plays and musicals presented by Actors Theatre of Austin during the mid-1980s.
Afro-American Players, Inc., was formed in 1972 with the purpose of promoting multicultural interaction and understanding through the medium of the theatre. Includes fliers, posters, and programs promoting plays of Afro-American Players.
Agni Entertainment began as Agni Dance, a dance company focused on teach Bollywood dance. It became Agni Entertainment in 2010 to produce theater and film projects. Includes programs for productions by Agni Entertainment.
Organized in 1906 to promote musical awareness and to bring quality, nationally recognized performers to Austin. Includes programs promoting plays and operas presented by The Amateur Choral Club in the 1920s.
Includes programs promoting performances by the Austin Chapter of the American Recorder Society.
The ARC Theatre Company was a drama group and ballet company open to all children ages nine to sixteen who were serious about the performing arts. It was run by the Austin Recreation Center.
Ariel Dance Theatre was founded in 1993 by Andrea Ariel to actively promote and develop an interrelationship between artistic creation and community-based programs. Includes program for a dance performance presented by the Ariel Dance Theatre in the mid-1990s through the 2000s.
The Armstrong Community Music School provides lifelong access to the musical arts through instruction and performances for all, regardless of age, skill, ethnicity, or income. Includes programs promoting musical performances presented by the Armstrong School of Music during 2001-2003.
The Arts Exchange is an arts services organization specializing in professional travel films and theatrical productions. Includes programs promoting productions by The Arts Exchange.
Arts on Real was a performance venue started in 2003 by Blake Yelavich and was known for staging alternative productions. The theater was the home of Naughty Austin Productions. Includes fliers, posters, and programs promoting plays at Arts on Real. See also Naughty Austin Productions.
Program promoting theatrical performances presented by Aunt Lulu Plays during 2000-2001.
Austin 5th Street Theatre was a non-profit organization that provided professional performance space to local independent production companies. Includes fliers, posters, and programs promoting plays at Austin 5th Street Theatre.
A volunteer-run cabaret theatre that performed melodrama, magic, music, vaudeville, comedy thrillers, and children's programs on West Anderson Lane in the 1980s. Includes programs and fliers.
Austin Cabaret Theatre was founded in 2001. Includes programs and fliers from the Austin Cabaret Theatre.
The Austin Chamber Music Center was founded in 1981 as an educational organization. A regular concert season was added in 1988, and the Austin Chamber Music Festival was created in 1997. Includes marketing and publicity materials and programs for performances by the Austin Chamber Music Center.
The Austin Chamber Orchestra was formed in 1977, and the Austin Opera Company followed a few years later. Includes a program promoting operas presented by the Austin Chamber Orchestra in Austin. See also Austin Community Orchestra and Austin Civic Orchestra.
The Austin Choral Union was formed in 1970 to give both University of Texas and Austin community members the opportunity to sing great choral works. Includes programs, season announcements, fliers, and printed materials promoting musical performances by the Austin Choral Union.
The Austin Circle of Theatres (ACOT) was a non-profit organization in Austin that was founded in 1974 to encourage the well-being of live theatre in the Austin community. ACOT sponsored the majority of independent shows and provided referral support services for actors, directors, designers, and technicians. The organization transformed into the Austin Creative Alliance in 2009 and expanded its mission to serve the larger creative community of Central Texas. Includes administrative records, clippings, correspondence, fliers, posters, programs, and other assorted materials related to the ACOT. See also Reader's Theater.
Formerly called the Conservatory Dance Theatre, Austin City Ballet has been in existence since 1991. It is a non-profit organization that specializes in children's theater and aims to bring theatrical dance to the community in an educational, yet fun way. Includes a program for a performance by the Austin City Ballet of "The Nutcracker."
Austin Civic Chorus was formed in 1965 by Ralph Kies and has 135 members. Past directors of the Chorus include Gene Galbraith, Linda Golding, Barry WilliamSon, Fiora Contino, and David Stevens. Includes programs for concerts performed by the Austin Civic Chorus.
Program for a performance by the Austin Civic Opera Company of "Martha."
The Austin Civic Orchestra is a non-profit civic orchestra that was founded in 1977 as the Austin Chamber Orchestra, with the purpose of offering a recreational performing experience to musicians in the community. Includes programs, promotional mailers, and season announcements promoting musical performances presented by orchestra. See also Austin Chamber Orchestra.
Beginning in 1921 as the Austin Community Players, the theatre group was incorporated into The Little Theatre of Austin (Austin Little Theatre) in 1932. After struggling through the World War II years, the Austin Little Theatre disbanded in 1946 but revived in 1948 and was renamed the Austin Civic Theatre in 1949. In 1968, the Austin Civic Theatre corporate name was changed to the Zachary Scott Theatre Center in honor of Zachary Scott, a Hollywood actor born in Austin. Through the early 1980s, productions were still staged under the Austin Civic Theatre name at the Zachary Scott Theatre Center. Includes administrative records, clippings, correspondence, marketing materials, programs, photographs, posters, scrapbook, and scripts for the Austin Civic Theatre. See also Austin Community Players, Austin Little Theatre, and Zachary Scott Theatre Center.
Since 1998, the Austin Classical Guitar Society has been providing free community concerts in order to eliminate cultural, geographical, and economic barriers to hearing music. Includes marketing and publicity materials and a program for classical guitar performances for Austin Classical Guitar Society.
Programs dating from the early 1990s through the 2000s for theatre and dance performances presented by students of Austin Community College's Drama and Dance departments. Includes programs for performances by the Gallery Theatre Players. In addition, the Austin Community College began an association with the Zachary Scott Theatre Center in the early 1970s as a way to offer classes in acting and as an introduction to theatre in the atmosphere of a living vibrant theatre. For access to these programs, see Zachary Scott Theatre Center.
Founded in 1977 by Mac Payne as the Austin Chamber Orchestra. Includes a program for the 1980-1981 season. See also Austin Civic Orchestra.
The Austin Community Players was formed in 1921 as a "community undertaking in the strictest sense of the word." The theatre group was incorporated into The Little Theatre of Austin (Austin Little Theatre) in 1932. After struggling through the World War II years, the Austin Little Theatre disbanded in 1946 but revived in 1948, and it was renamed the Austin Civic Theatre in 1949. Includes newspaper clippings and programs of performances presented by the Austin Community Players. See also Austin Little Theatre and Austin Civic Theatre.
Austin Contemporary Ballet was founded in 1986 as a non-profit organization designed to produce new and entertaining dance productions for the Austin community at affordable prices. Includes programs and fliers of performances presented by the company.
Austin Eurythmy Ensemble was formed to bring the art of eurythmy to Austin, based on concepts developed by Rudolph Steiner. Includes programs for workshops and presentations given by the Austin Eurythmy Ensemble.
The Austin Federation of Musicians is a chapter of American Federation of Musicans (AFM). Founded in 1896, the AFM is an entertainment union that assists professional musicians with all aspects of their buisiness. The local Austin chapter, 433, was founded in 1907. It was instrumental in the original construction of the Zilker Hillside Theatre. Includes a program for the 13th Annual Fall Fest Jass Festival produced by the Austin Federation of Musicians.
The Austin Festival of Dance was created in 1992 in Austin by a local dancer in order to present an evening of dance as a fundraiser in the fight against AIDS. Includes programs for the 1st, 2d, 3d, and 6th annual Austin Festival of Dance benefit performances for AIDS Services of Austin.
Programs for performances presented by the Austin Free Shakespeare Society, an organization founded in 1997 by a group of students dedicated to providing free performances to the public.
The Austin Handel-Haydn Society was founded in 1985 with the purpose of bringing great choral works to Austin and Central Texas. The name was eventually changed to the Austin Vocal Arts Ensemble. Includes marketing and publicity materials and programs for performances presented by the Austin Handel-Haydn Society. See also Austin Vocal Arts Ensemble.
Programs for presentations and events sponsored by the Austin Junior Chamber of Commerce (Austin Jaycees), including the annual Community Christmas Program. The Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) later took over sponsorship of Canterbury Faire. For additional programs, see Austin PARD.
The Austin Jazz Society is an Austin, Texas based non-profit formed in 2003.
The Austin Jewish Repertory Theatre is represented by the Jewish Community Center, a branch of Shalom Austin. Includes programs promoting plays produced by Austin Jewish Repertory Theatre.
Austin Latino Theater Alliance (ALTA) was founded in the late 1990s with the purpose of uniting and supporting the different Latino and Hispanic theatre groups in the Austin community. Includes posters promoting plays and performances by the ALTA.
Beginning in 1921 as the Austin Community Players, the theatre group was incorporated into The Little Theatre of Austin (Austin Little Theatre) in 1932. After struggling through the World War II years, the Austin Little Theatre disbanded in 1946 but revived in 1948, and it was renamed the Austin Civic Theatre in 1949. Includes administrative records, posters, and programs for performances by the Austin Little Theatre/The Little Theater of Austin. See also Austin Community Players, Austin Civic Theatre, and Zachary Scott Theatre Center.
Austin Lyric Opera was founded in 1986 and would later become Austin Opera. Includes programs for productions by Austin Lyric Opera. See also Austin Opera Company.
A program for two one-act plays performed by Austin Media Arts.
A poster and a program for ballet performances presented by the Austin Metamorphosis Dance Ensemble, a organization created in 2006 by the merging of Austin Dance Ensemble and Metamorphosis Dance Ensemble.
Austin Musical Theatre was founded in 1996 to produce "Broadway quality" musical theatre using the best of local talent and guest performers from all over the United States. Includes meeting minutes, programs, and publicity and marketing materials for the Austin Musical Theatre.
The Austin Music Festival Association was formed in 1908 to promote musical awareness and to bring quality, nationally recognized performers to Austin. Includes programs for the New York Symphony Orchestra Association, Emmy Destinn, Harold Bauer, Leopold Godowsky, and Anna Pavlowa (at the Hancock Opera House).
Tap Dance theatre by choreographer Debbie Bray. Includes programs from Austin On Tap, Inc.
Invitation from The Austin Opera Company for a New Year's Eve Opera Gala to be held at the Paramount Theatre. See also Austin Chamber Orchestra and Austin Opera Company.
A poster and programs for performances sponsored by the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department and/or staged at Dougherty Arts Center. Includes Zilker Hillside Theatre Summer Musicals, Zilker Theatre Productions, Canterbury Faire, Texas Young Playwrights Festival, O.P.E.R.A (Opera as Performance Experience and Recreational Activity) and The Gallimaufry Players. The Zilker Hillside Theatre Summer Musicals began in 1959 and Shakespeare in the Park as performed by the Gallimaufry Players began in 1974. See also Reader's Theatre (Dougherty Cultural Arts Center).
A program for a performance presented by the Austin Performance Ensemble.
The Austin Playhouse was founded in 2000 by Don Toner and other local Austin artists and volunteers in order to produce year-round professional productions of classic, contemporary, and musical plays. The group had previously worked together to build the State Theater Company (formerly Live Oak Theatre). Includes posters and programs for performances presented by the Austin Playhouse.
Flier announcing Mega-media presentation, to be held at the Contemporary Art Museum, by the Austin Poets Theatre.
Programs for performances presented by the Austin Repertory Dancers Company, a non-profit arts organization founded in 1978 to present modern dance in Austin.
Austin Repertory Theatre was formed in 1978 by George Brashears and David Dailey as the first resident professional regional theater in Austin. Includes administrative records, newspaper clippings, correspondence, marketing and publicity materials,and programs for the Austin Repertory Theatre. For the Austin Repertory Theater (ART) formed in the 1960s by Linalice Carey and David Lane, see Melodrama Theatre below and AR.2010.026, the Linalice Carey Papers.
In 1871, an Austin German social group, the Turn Verein, constructed a opera house that eventually became known as Turner Hall. In 1910, the facility was purchased by the Masons of Austin for a fraternal meeting place. The Scottish Rite Theater was formed to deliver arts programming and educational opportunities for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Includes posters and programs for performances presented by the Austin Scottish Rite Company.
ScriptWorks (formerly Austin Script Works) was founded in 1997 as an organization to support dramatic writers by providing opportunities at all stages of the writing process. Includes programs.
In 1984, the Austin Shakespeare Festival Company was founded as a non-profit corporation by Jeff Ellinger to continue the tradition begun by the Austin Parks and Recreation's Gallimaufry Players in the 1970s. In 1993, the outdoor programming portions were renamed Shakespeare Under the Stars. Includes administrative records, newspaper clippings, marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances presented by the Austin Shakespeare Festival Company.
Austin Shakespeare was founded in 1984 to bring the plays of William Shakespeare to central Texas. Included are programs promoting plays produced by Austin Shakespeare.
Austin Sinfonietta was founded in 1989. Includes programs for concerts produced by Austin Sinfonietta.
The Austin Singers was founded in 1995; its programming focuses on choral works from different cultures and countries. Includes a program for "A Baroque Christmas Beyond Bach."
Founded in 1911, the Austin Symphony Orchestra is Austin’s oldest performing arts group. It provides cultural enrichment and educational opportunities for adults and children of Austin and Central Texas. Includes programs for concerts produced by the Austin Symphony Orchestra.
In the late 1990s, the Paramount Theatre for the Performing Arts began talks with the next-door State Theatre to expand each organization's role in the arts community in Austin. In 2000, the two companies merged to form the Austin Theatre Alliance (ATA). Includes meeting minutes and programs for performances presented by the Austin Theatre Alliance.
Austin Theatre for Youth was a professional theatre that created theatre experiences for the young people and families of Central Texas. Includes programs for performances presented by the Austin Theatre for Youth, including the Austin Theatre for Youth Summer Academy on Waller Creek and the McCallum Fine Arts Academy at the McCallum High School Fine Arts Academy.
The Austin Theatre Group was formed in 1975 to produce original plays by contemporary playwrights. Includes programs for performances presented by the Austin Theatre Group.
The Austin Theatre Project was a theatre organization of predominantly minority theatre artists and performers. Includes programs for performances presented by the Austin Theatre Project.
The Austin Vocal Arts Ensemble was originally founded as the Austin Handel-Haydn Society in the summer of 1985 by music students at the University of Texas. Includes programs of concerts produced by Austin Vocal Arts Ensemble. See also Austin Handel-Haydn Society.
Ballet Austin was founded in 1956 and features original as well as classic productions of ballet repertoire. Includes programs for performances presented by Ballet Austin.
Ballet East Dance Theatre, a company founded in 1978, is dedicated to excellence in modern dance and choreography. Includes posters and programs for performances presented by Ballet East Dance Theatre.
Ballet Folkloric Aztlan de Tejas was founded in 1971 by Maria Salinas in an effort to make her four children aware of their cultural heritage. Includes programs for performances by Ballet Folklorico Aztlan de Tejas.
Programs for performances presented by the Barefoot Players, a local theatre group that presents Shakespeare productions in Austin.
The Baron’s Men is a small, independently funded community theater dedicated to research of the Elizabethan theater and the performance of plays from that period.Includes a program for a performance by The Baron's Men of "The Lark."
A program for a performance presented by the Bedlam Faction, a group of Austin performers who were veterans of the University of Texas Shakespeare at Winedale program.
A program for a performance presented by Bell Airdome.
A program for a musical performance presented by Bellas Artes Productions.
A program for a performance presented by Big Blonde Productions.
Programs for performances presented by Big State Productions, a non-profit theatre company in Austin, Texas, that was founded in the early 1980s. Includes Z Edge Series programs, a joint venture between Zachary Scott Theatre Center, Big State Productionsm and the Subterranean Theatre Company to produce theatre which takes risks that commercial theatre could not.
Bijuberti Players was a professional non-profit organization founded by Linalice Carey in the late 1960s in Austin, Texas. Offshoots of the organization were the Bijuberti Puppet Guild and the Austin Community Theatre. Includes newspaper clippings, correspondence, printed materials, and programs for the Bijuberti Players.
The Black Arts Alliance was founded in 1981 as a multi-disciplinary arts organization that assists artists in entering the mainstream of the cultural environment in Austin and the Central Texas area. Includes programs for performances by the Black Arts Alliance.
Program for a performance presented by the Black Rose Theatre.
Black Wolf Theatre endeavored to bring together artists from Austin's music, theatre, dance, and visual-arts communities. Includes a program for a performance presented by the Black Wolf Theatre.
Blue Lapis Light is a site-specific aerial dance company founded by Sally Jacques in 2005. Includes programs and fliers for performances presented by Blue Lapis Light. See also Sally Jacques Productions.
The Blue Theatre is a versatile performance space in East Austin that opened in summer 2000. Includes posters for performances at the Blue Theatre and a program for a performance of Martin Sherman's "Bent."
Fliers for performances presented by Blue Wave Dance.
Fliers for performances presented by the Bravura Theatre Company.
Breaking String Theater was founded in 2007 to produce drama important to, and commissioned new work inspired by, Russian culture. Breaking String is a sponsored project of the Austin Creative Alliance. The project is funded and supported in part by the City of Austin through the Cultural Arts Division.
Poster for a performance presented by Broadway Texas! of "The Wizard of Oz."
Programs and fliers for performances presented by the Broadway Theatre League of Austin.
The Broccoli Project is a student-run theatre group inspired by Dr. Paul Woodruff and founded in 2001 by students involved the Plan II Honors Program at the University of Texas at Austin. Includes programs for performances presented by the Broccoli Project.
Program for a performance presented by the Bruce Wood Dance Project.
Clippings and notes regarding The Cabaret/The Jester's Cabaret, as well
as menus and programs.
Program for a performance presented by Cameron Street Productions.
Programs for performances presented by the Capital Acting Company.
The Capitol City Playhouse was founded in 1982 and was conceived as an "Off-Broadway" style theatre. Includes clippings regarding the Capital City Playhouse and shows that it presented, as well as marketing and publicity materials, programs, and season schedules.
Capital T Theatre was founded in 2006 by Mark Pickell with a committment to putting on at least three shows each year. Includes programs for shows put on by Capital T Theatre.
Program for a performance presented by The Catholic Little Theatre.
The Center Stage was opened by Ken Johnson in 1972 as a community theatre that was willing to stage serious and controversial plays. Includes administrative records, board meeting minutes, cast lists and scripts, clippings, marketing and
publicity materials, posters, and programs for Center Stage.
Since February 21, 1980, Central Presbytarian Church has hosted a free 30-minute concert at noon on Thursday in the sanctuary. Includes programs promoting concerts performed as part of the Thursday Noonday Concert Series.
The building first opened its doors in 1879 as Chicago House, and after many name changes was rechristened in the 1980s as Chicago House, with a gallery for the visual and performance arts. Includes programs and fliers for performances presented at the Chicago House.
Children of the Light Players was founded in the mid-1980s to produce original plays and musicals that are educational fun for youths and families. Includes a program for a performance by the Children of Light Players.
Founded in 2002, A Chick and A Dude Prodcutions produces original works by both new and original voices from the Austin community and across the country.
Programs and fliers for performances by Children's Theatre Incorporated.
Under the Chorus Austin umbrella are two ensembles: the Austin Civic Chorus (ACC) and the Austin Vocal Arts Ensemble (AVAE). Both groups are dedicated to bringing great choral works to Austin and Central Texas. The Austin Civic Chorus was founded in 1965 (more information on it can be found in AR.1996.007, Austin Civic Chorus Records). AVAE was founded in 1985 as the Austin Handel-Haydn Society, and it joined Chorus Austin in 1999. Includes programs and fliers for Chorus Austin and the Austin Vocal Arts Ensemble. See also Austin Handel-Haydn Society.
Program for a five-day event titled Dancefest.
City Theatre Company emerged onto the Austin theatre scene in 2006. Includes a poster and programs for performances by the City Theatre Company.
Founded in 1967 with Leonard Masters as its first announcer, Classical 89.5 KMFA is a listener supported radio station featuring classical music and cultural programming. Includes a program for "Clef Notes: An Evening of Music and Stories" produced by Classical 89.5 KMFA.
Includes a program for a concert of The Camilli Quartet produced by Classical Splash Concerts.
Program for a performance at Club Sandwich.
The Coda Project was founded in 2002 to provide a forum for individuals across all artistic media to experiment with theatrical productions. Includes programs for performances by The Coda Project.
Includes a program for a performance of one act plays produced by Cold Frame Collective.
The Company was formed in 1992 as an actor-based theatre company. Includes programs for performances by The Company.
Programs and fliers for performances by the Concordia Players from Concordia University.
The New Texas Festival, which was founded in 1991 with Craig Hella Johnson as the artistic director, was born of a love for singing and a belief in vocal music's power to enrich the lives of those who experience it. In 1999, the name of the ensemble was changed to Conspirare in order to better reflect the choir's music-making mission; it literally means "to breathe together." Includes marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances by Conspirare. See also AR.1994.101, New Texas Festival Records.
The Country Dinner Playhouse provided dinner theatre during the 1970s. Includes newspaper clippings, marketing and publicity materials, and programs for performances at the Country Dinner Playhouse.
Crank Collective was formed in 2009 and is a rotating group of travelling actors. Includes a program for a performance by Crank Collective of "Cabeza de Vaca."
Creek Theatre was a small theatre started by Linalice Carey in Austin in the early 1970s. Includes newspaper clippings, marketing and publicity materials, and programs for performances at the Creek Theatre.
Includes a program for a production of "The Birthday Party" by Harold Pinter.
Newspaper clippings, marketing and publicity materials, and programs for performances by Crow Magnum Productions.
In the fall of 1908, several students at the University of Texas had the idea of forming a club with the purpose of promoting "dramatic activity and the study of Shakespeare," and the Curtain Club was born. Includes administrative records, newspaper clippings, correspondence, fliers, and programs for performances at the Curtain Club, as well as materials celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of UT's Department of Drama.
Dance Umbrella was founded in 1977 as a collective of choreographers and dancers seeking to develop a community of dance in Austin. Includes posters, programs, and fliers for Dance Umbrella-sponsored performances dating from the 1980s to current.
Darla Johnson/Andrew Long Company was established in 1990 as a not-for-profit corporation to promote positive change and growth in humanity by developing a wider range of artistic, cultural, and educational opportunities through the arts. Includes a program for a performance by the Darla Johnson/Andrew Long Company, as well as a newsletter and posters.
Deborah Hay moved to Austin in 1976 and began the Deborah Hay Dance Company in 1980. Includes marketing and publicity materials and programs for performances by the Deborah Hay Dance Company.
kidsActing was founded by Dede Clark in the early 1980s. Includes programs for performances by Dede Clark's kidsActing. Programs from 1990 refer to Ms. Clark as "Dee Dee Clark". As of 2016, programs refer to the company as "kidsActing" instead of "Dede Clark's kidsActing".
Programs and marketing and publicity materials for performances
by Designers' Space.
Programs for performances by Deus Ex Machina.
Programs and fliers for performances by dancer Diana Prechter.
Program for a performance by the Diapason Club.
Different Stages was founded in 1980 as the Small Potatoes Theatrical Company with a commitment to performances of both famous plays and lesser-known works. The name was changed to Different Stages in 1984. Includes newspaper clippings, marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances by Different Stages. See also Small Potatoes Theatrical Company.
In the fall of 1999, a group of artists was searching for a project and staged "desire: a reconsideration of desire under the elms." The positive response inspired the group to make itself permanent, and The Dirigo Group was born. Includes posters and programs for performances by the Dirigo Group.
Disciples of Melpomene was an Austin Circle of Theatre-sponsored project that was formed in the early 2000s. Includes programs for performances by the Disciples of Melpomene.
A small Austin company sponsored by the Austin Creative Alliance. Includes a program for a production of "The Feather House" by Linda Ramsey.
Esther's Follies was founded in 1977 on 6th Street in Austin. Includes programs and fliers for performances by Esther's Follies.
Fabulous and Ridiculous Theatre, a theatre group in Austin in the early 2000s, was committed to the idea that "taking oneself too seriously is the death of comedy." Includes programs for performances by the Fabulous and Ridiculous Theatre.
The Fifth Street Playhouse was formed in 1981. Includes a program for a performance at The Fifth Street Playhouse of Jules Feiffer's "Little Murders."
Includes a program for a production of "Women on the Brink".
First Stone Theatre was a multimedia theatre company, founded in 1993, that traced its roots to an Austin theatre group known as Ground Zero Theatre. First Stone Theatre was formed to continue the social-political theatre format in Austin. Includes a program for performances of First Stone Theatre and First Stone Theatre 2. See also Second Stone Theatre.
The Summer Musical at First United Methodist Church was an amalgamation of church members and other people from the Austin community. Includes programs for the summer musicals.
Flame Failure Productions was formed in the late 1990s from the ashes of The Downstage Players, a temporary company created to produce the epic twelve-month serial, "Flame Failure: the Silent War." Includes a program for a performance by Flame Failure Productions of stories by Edgar Allan Poe.
Founded in 2001, Forklift Danceworks presents innovative performance projects with diverse communities, telling the often unheard stories of the people whose work sustains life within their local community. Includes a program for a production of "Dove Springs Swims" produced by Forklift Danceworks.
Program for a performance by Forme Productions
of two one-act plays, "The Typists" and "The Tiger," by Murray Schisgal.
Founded in 1987, The Friends of the Summer Musical (later known as Zilker Theatre Productions) has been instrumental in preserving the Zilker Summer Musical, which began as a project of Austin's Parks and Recreation Department in 1959. Includes programs of productions by The Friends of the Summer Musical.
Frontera was founded in 1992 by Vicky Boone, Annie Suite, and Jason Philips for the purpose of producing bold new works by America's most fearless and articulate playwrights. In 1994, Frontera Productions officially joined with Hyde Park Theatre to create Frontera @ Hyde Park. In 2001, Vicky Boone resigned as artistic director and Ken Webster took on the role, and the name of the theatre was changed to Hyde Park Theatre. Includes posters and programs for performances by Frontera Productions/Frontera @ Hyde Park Theatre. See also Hyde Park Showplace and Hyde Park Theatre. FronteraFest materials are a separate collection--AR.2012.016, FronteraFest Records.
Program for a performance by Fusion Theatre of Craig Lucas's "Reckless."
Includes marketing materials and a program for a production of "Salome".
Programs and fliers for performances by the Gallery Theatre Players.
Program for a performance by Garbou Productions of "Space Trek: Lost on Gilligan's Island."
The Gaslight Theatre was founded in 1974 by Dexter Bullard. The theatre produced its own shows, as well as providing a space for all the performing arts in Austin. Includes newspaper clippings, marketing and publicity materials, and programs
for performances by the Gaslight Theatre.
The Genesius Players was founded in 1975 to present quality theatre productions, and it strived to make theatre a profession in Austin. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Genesius Players.
The Getalong Gang Performance Group places itself "directly between the armies of The Theater and The Dance, getting riddled with friendly artistic fire from both sides." Program for a performance by the Getalong Gang Performance Group of
"Dolly Would."
The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Austin (formally known as Austin Gilbert and Sullivan Society) began with an informal meeting at the Creek Theatre in 1976. The group decided to create a local society, and since then, it has staged a Gilbert and Sullivan performance almost every year. Includes posters and programs for performances by the Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Austin.
Program for a performance by the Green Room Players of Moises Kaufman's "The Laramie Project."
Program for a performance by Gryphon Productions of Sam Shepard's "Cowboy Mouth."
The Hancock Opera House, which was located at 120 W. Sixth Street, was completed in 1896. For more than thirty years, it was the hub of cultural entertainment in central Texas, presenting operas, concerts, dance, theatre, vaudeville, and variety shows. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Hancock Opera House, including Sarah Bernhardt in "La Tosca."
Poster promoting a performance at the Hancock Theatre.
Harley Sadler's Own Company, a traveling stock-theatre company, came to Austin for one month under the auspices of The Ben Hur Shrine Band. Includes a program promoting performances by Harley Sadler's Own Company.
Program for a performance by Head's Tart of Wayne Alan Brenner's
"Waiting on Godot or: Working the Butt/Lip Ratio."
The Hidden Room primarily produces plays by William Shakespeare, attempting to closely approximate the historical dress, accent, and production style of the late 16th Century. Includes programs for productions by The Hidden Room.
Performance space in downtown Austin. Includes a poster and programs for performances by The Hideout.
Includes dance, theatre, and music programs for performances at Huston-Tillotson College.
The Hyde Park Showplace was established in 1983 by Linalice Carey to encourage the presentation of cultural entertainment to the community and to provide a location and facility in which community performing groups could present their programs. The theatre showcased children's theatre and Carey's own group, the Bijuberti Players. Includes meeting minutes, posters, and programs for performances at Hyde Park Showplace. See also Hyde Park Theatre.
Formerly known as the Hyde Park Showplace. In 1986, Ken Johnson took over the lease from Linalice Carey and began producing his own plays and renting the space to other theatre companies (in the late 1980s, he briefly renamed the theatre Musical Stage!). In 1991, Johnson announced he wanted to sell his lease on the Hyde Park Theatre in order to focus on writing, and it was purchased by Eva Paloheimo. Paloheimo planned to lease the theatre to independent producers and offer a mix of plays, dance, and performance art. In 1995, Frontera Productions and Hyde Park Theatre officially joined to create Frontera @ Hyde Park Theatre. In 2001, Vicky Boone (founder of Frontera Productions) resigned as artistic director, Ken Webster took on that role, and the name was returned to Hyde Park Theatre. Includes marketing and publicity materials, newspaper clippings, posters, and programs for performances at Hyde Park Theatre. See also Hyde Park Showplace, Frontera Productions/Frontera @ Hyde Park Theatre and Musical Stage!. FronteraFest materials are a separate collection--AR.2012.016, FronteraFest Records.
Program for a performance by Iconoclast of "The Council of Love."
Program for a performance by Indigo Jones Productions of
"Blood: Shock: Boogie."
The Inversion Repertory Company was a non-profit theater group dedicated to producing both works relating to gay and lesbian concerns and the works of gay and lesbian authors. Includes a program for a performance by Inversion Repertory Company of "Stand By Your Beds, Boys."
Programs and fliers for a dance performance by Dee McCandless.
Iron Belly Muses was a theatre company dedicated to developing and producing works by and about women and women's issues. Program for a performance by iron belly muses of Sharon Sparlin's "Curieosity."
Programs and fliers for performances at Icthus Coffee House.
Program for a performance by J. MAR Productions of Harvey Fierstein's
"Safe Sex."
Program for a performance by Jalapeño Productions, Inc., of "Jalapeño Sam as seen through the eyes of Frankie Dan."
Founded in 2015, Jarott Productions produces contemporary plays written in a traditional form. Includes programs for producitons by Jarott Productions.
The John Henry Faulk Living Theatre was created in tribute to the achievements and ideals of John Henry, and it served the entire community through performances, workshops, theatre classes, and community meetings. Includes a program for a performance of "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)."
Newspaper clippings regarding performances by the Junior Civic Theatre of Austin, the young people's division of the Austin Civic Theatre.
Programs for a ballet performance and Xavier Cugat presented by the Junior League of Austin.
Poster for a performance presented by Kadigan and Mountweazel of Chekov's "Uncle Vanya."
In 1991, the members of Kairos! Co. met while studying theatre at Southwest Texas University. They formed Kairos! Co. in order to perform intelligent and playful satire. Includes programs for performances by Kairos! Co.
Ken Johnson is a playwright, director, and producer who has been associated with Austin Civic Theatre, Center Stage, and Hyde Park Theatre, and he has also produced his own works. Includes marketing and publicity materials and programs for performances by Ken Johnson Productions.
Includes programs for performances. See also DeDe's kidsActing.
Program for a performance by Kinesis.
La Follia, which was formed in the late 1980s, focuses on music of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Includes programs for performances by La Follia Austin Baroque, as well as materials promoting seasonal programming.
Last Act Theatre is an Austin based theatre established in 2008. Includes programs for productions by Last Act Theatre.
Liberty Lunch was primarily a live-music venue from the 1970s through 1999. Includes a program for a performance by Liberty Lunch of the musical "The Me Nobody Knows."
Program for a performance by Little Ricky Productions and Fado Irish Pub of J.M. Synge's "The Well of the Saints."
Live Oak Productions was founded in the early 1980s by Mac Williams, Jeannette Brown, and Roger Smith. When Live Oak secured its own performance space in 1986 the name changed to Live Oak Theatre. In 1999, Live Oak Theatre purchased the historic State Theatre, and the company changed its name to The State Theatre Company. Includes administrative records, correspondence, marketing and publicity materials, and seasons schedules for Live Oak Theatre. See also State Theatre.
In 1998, Loaded Gun Theory was founded as a theatre production company in order to produce new and never-before-seen pieces that comment on politics and society. Includes programs for performances by Loaded Gun Theory.
The Long Center for Performing Arts opened in 2008 as a community-arts performance venue. Includes marketing and publicity materials and season schedules for performances at the Long Center.
Programs for performances by Lost Armadillo Productions.
Program for a performance by the Magnolia Theatre Company of
"Weather, Deaths & Editorials."
Mainline Theatre Project was founded in 2002 by a group of St. Edward's University alumni. Includes a program for a performance by the Mainline Theatre
of "Three Days of Rain."
When the Majestic Theatre opened on October 11, 1915, the "Austin Statesman" reported that "there were exclamations of astonishment from all sides as the crowds filed down the long sloping aisles" and admired the pillar-free seating area designed by well-known theatre designer John Eberson. Though best known for vaudeville and variety shows, the Majestic Theatre exhibited all types of entertainment, including the Austin Symphony Orchestra. Includes programs for performances at the Majestic Theatre.
Newspaper clippings, marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances at the Mary Moody Northen Theatre on the campus of St. Edward's University, as well as performances from the late 1960s by the Department of Fine and Performing Arts, before the theatre was built.
Program for a performance by Meeting Moon Arts, Inc.,
of Feydeau's "A Fitting Confusion."
Includes a program for a production of "Sonny's Last Shot" by Lawrence Wright.
Programs for performances by the Melodrama Theatre.
The Michael Sokoloff Dance Ensemble was founded in 1975 as a small modern-dance company. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Michael Sokoloff Dance
Ensemble.
Millett's Opera House was designed by leading architect Frederick E. Ruffini and built by Captain Charles F. Millett in 1878. When completed, it was second in size and grandeur only to the Galveston Opera House. Includes assorted materials, posters, and programs for performances at Millett's Opera House, including Edwin Booth's 1888 performances in Othello and Julius Caesar.
Program for a performance at the Movements Gallery of modern dance.
Moving Voices, a multigenerational modern-dance ensemble, was established in 1999 by Cari Kerkoff and Cynthia Allison. Includes programs and fliers for performances presented by Moving Voices.
Fliers for a performance of a multi-media puppet production, "Austin--that's our town!" by Linalice Carey.
After years of performing in a refurbished surplus B-52 hangar, Austin performing-arts organizations rejoiced at the opening of the Municipal Auditorium in 1959. In 1981, it was renamed the Palmer Auditorium. Includes programs, fliers, and a posters, including a poster for a 1962 performance at the Municipal Auditorium of "Around the World in 80 Days," starring Carol Burnett. See also Rod Kennedy Presents.
The Music Week Association of Austin was an organization created to organize the local celebration of National Music Week. Includes programs for Austin's Fourth Annual Music Week and Fifth Annual Music Week.
In the late 1980s, Ken Johnson briefly renamed Hyde Park Theatre as Musical Stage!. Includes a program for a performance at the Musical Stage! of "Little Mary Sunshine."
In 1996m Blake Yelavich formed Naughty Austin, choosing the name as a twist on Manhattan's "Forbidden Broadway." The company built a reputation for out-of-the-mainstream productions. Yelavich also founded the now-closed Arts on Real to be the permanent home for Naughty Austin. Includes programs for performances by Naughty Austin Productions. See also Arts On Real.
The margery segal/NERVE DANCE CO. was founded in the early 1990s with a mission to create performances that combine popular culture and the classics. Program for a performance by the Nerve Dance Company.
New Music Co-op, a grass roots community organization formed in 2001, is a community of composers and performers dedicated to promoting awareness and understanding of new music.
Program for a performance by New Texas Music Works.
North by Northwest Theatre Company is an independent theatre formed in 2006 to provide theatre experiences to North Austin and the surrounding areas. Includes a program for a production of "The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later".
The Nushank Theater Collective was formed in 1997 with the mission to provide artistic outlets and opportunities in the arts for artists of color--specifically, artists of Mexican descent. Includes a program for a performance presented by the Nushank Theater Collective of "Blade to the Heat."
The Bastrop Opera House, which was built in 1889, was the center for the county's cultural events. The building has changed names and purposes through the years, but in 1984, the tradition of performing-arts programming returned. Includes programs for performances at the Old Bastrop Opera House.
In 1996, Michael Stuart launched Onstage Theatre Co. as a showcase for vintage comedies and dramas. Includes programs for performances by the Onstage Theatre Company.
Program for a performance by the Oracle Theatre Company of
"It Runs in the Family."
The Original Theatre Company was created to produce the script "Shakespeare: For All Times," which was originally produced at the University of Texas Department of Theatre and Dance. Includes the program for a performance of "Shakespeare: For All Times."
Program for the 17th Annual Out of Bounds Comedy Festival.
The Palace Theatre, which was founded in 1925 as a silent film theatre before converting to accommodate movies with sound. Includes a program for a performance by the Georgetown Palace Theatre Productions of "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels."
Palindrome Theatre was a 3 year long project produced in Austin between 2009 and 2012. Includes programs for productions by Palindrome Theatre.
Panic Productions, which was founded in 1993 by Shoshana Gold and John Walsh, was dedicated to producing works by new and established playwrights. Includes a program for a performance by Panic Productions of "3am."
Paper Chairs is a theatre collective founded in Austin in 2010. Includes a program for a production of "The Suicide".
Paradox Players, a non-profit community theatre, was founded in 1999 by Ann Edwards and Paullette MacDougal under the name "mUUses." Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Paradox Players.
Program for a performance by Pause Productions of Harold Pinter's "The Homecoming."
Program for a performance by Pendulum Productions of "Francis."
Penfold Theatre Company was founded in 2007 by Ryan Crowder, Nathan Jerkins, and Sean Martin. It is a non-profit organization that offers both professional performances and educational programs. Includes programs for performances by Penfold Theatre Company.
Peregrine Theatre was founded with the purpose of creating public-access theatre open to those who never had before had the opportunity to express themselves through performance or to experience theatre. Includes programs and fliers for performances at the Peregrine Theatre.
Performance Encounters was established in 2006 as a multi-disciplinary performance company committed to creative initiative, spiritual growth, and social action. Includes program for a performance presented by Performance Encounters and the Mexican American Cultural Center.
Performing Players of Austin staged its first play in 1982. Includes programs and a poster for performances by the Performing Players of Austin.
Program for a performance by the Phoenix Dance Theater at the Capitol City Playhouse.
Physical Plant, which was founded in 1994 and works to reach a diverse audience, is dedicated to the proposition that theatre must be free or inexpensive to attend and accessible to all. Includes programs for performances by Physical Plant.
Planet Theatre is the home stage for VORTEX theatre, as well as a rentable venue for other local and national theatre companies, musicians, dancers, and performance artists. Includes programs for performances other than VORTEX Repertory Company productions that were presented at the Planet Theatre. See also Vortex Repertory Company.
Play! Theatre Group, which was formed to produce "mainstream with a slight edge" shows, staged its first production in 2005. Includes programs for performances by the Play! Theatre Group.
The Pollyanna Theatre Company staged its first production, "Edward, the Owl and the Calico Cat," in 2002. The mission of the organization is to commission and produce original theatre for young audiences. Includes a program for a performance by the Pollyanna Theatre Company of "A Christmas Rose."
Present Company was created by Lindsay Doleshal and Stephanie Carll as an accessible, inclusive theatre that is actively involved in education, community outreach, and fostering up-and-coming talent.
ProArts Collective, Austin's African-American, multi-disciplinary arts organization, has the mission to be an incubator for artistic expression that represents the African Diaspora. Includes marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances by ProArts Collective.
In 1993, the Public Domain Theatre Company was founded to provide audiences with innovative looks at popular plays, as well as offering new playwrights an opportunity for production. The company ceased operations in 2001. Includes marketing and publicity materials, a poster, and programs for performances by The Public Domain Theatre Company.
The Puerto Rican Folkloric Dance and Cultural Center was founded 1997 to offer performance and educational programs in Puerto Rican traditional dance, music, and culture. Includes a program for a performance by Puerto Rican Folkloric Dance.
Program for a performance by A Rag & Boneshop
Production of "Vinegar Tom."
Program for a performance by R & R Productions of "Psycho Beach
Party."
Rare Creations was a University of Texas student theater company. Includes programs for performances by Rare Creations.
Reader's Theatre was a project of the Austin Circle of Theatres, with assistance from the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD). Includes programs for performances by the Reader's Theatre.
Refraction Arts Project was founded in 1996 to create contemporary works of art across a variety of media, including film, theatre, art, and music. Includes posters and programs for performances by the Refraction Arts Project, including a Fusebox 2008 program.
Remembrance Through the Performing Arts developed and showcased new plays. Includes a flyer for a performance by Remembrance Through the Performing Arts of "The Woolgatherer."
Renaissance Austin Theatre Company was founded by Lorella Loftus in the early 2000s in order to produce quality small productions. Includes programs for performances by the Renaissance Austin Theatre.
Rod Kennedy began his business of bringing Austin diverse entertainment in the early 1970s. Includes marketing and publicity materials and programs for performances presented by Rod Kennedy Presents.
In 1982, Roy Lozano founded Roy Lozano's Ballet Folklorico de Texas (RLBFT) in order to promote and encourage the knowledge, appreciation, practice, and performance of Mexican Regional Folk Ballet. Includes programs for performances by Roy Lozano's Ballet Folklorico de Texas. See also AR.2010.013, Roy Lozano's Ballet Folklórico de Texas Records.
Rubber Repertory was founded by Josh Meyer and Matt Hislope in the early 2000s in order to produce daring and innovative theatre. Includes a program for a performance by Rubber Repertory of "Red Cans."
Rude Mechanicals, a theatre collective, was founded in 1995 to produce "original theatrical productions that represent a genre-defying cocktail of big ideas, cheap laughs, and dizzying spectacle." In addition to producing its own plays, Rude Mechanicals manages the Off-Center theatre, which it rents as a performance space. Includes marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances by Rude Mechanicals.
Programs and fliers for performances by the Runamuck Theatre.
The Safe Sex Players was founded in the 1980s to promote awareness of gay culture and public issues of concern to the gay community. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Safe Sex Players.
Sally Jacques creates site-specific aerial dance works that speak to social, political, and spiritual dilemmas. Includes marketing and publicity materials for performances by Sally Jacques Productions. See also Blue Lapis Light.
Salon Concerts was founded by violinist Robert Rudie in 1990 to foster appreciation and enjoyment of classical chamber music through education and performance.
Salvage Vanguard Theatre (SVT), which was founded in 1994, is a hub for Austin artists, audiences, and arts organizations. Its goal is to create and present transformative, high-quality artistic experiences that foster experimentation and conversation. Includes marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances by the Salvage Vanguard Theatre.
Sam Bass Community Theatre is located in Round Rock, TX. Includes programs for performances at the Sam Bass Community Theatre.
Program for a performance at the Santa Rita Restaurant Dinner Theatre
of "The Fantasticks."
Posters and a program for dance performances by Sarah Brumgart.
Program for a performance by Sawed Off Productions of "Native Speech."
Advertisement for a performance by A School of Night Production of
"One Flea Spare."
Founded in 1997 under the name Austin Script Works, Scriptworks is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation that promotes both playwright-driven service as well as theatrical production. Includes programs for shows put on by Scriptworks.
Originally called First Stone Theatre, Second Stone Theatre was a multimedia theatre company that was founded in 1993 and traced its roots to the Austin theatre group Ground Zero Theatre. Second Stone Theatre was formed to continue the social-political theatre format in Austin. Includes a program for performances by Second Stone Theatre of Sam Shepard's "True West" and David Mamet's "Speed the Plow." See also First Stone Theatre.
Founded in 1991, Second Youth Family Theatre is a non-profit corporation that features theatre productions for everyone in the family, as well as arts-education programs for the residents of Austin and surrounding communities. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Second Youth Family Theatre.
Shadowland Players was formed in the late 1980s to seek out and bring to light intriguing plays that have been hiding in the shadows for years. Includes programs for performances by the Shadowland Players.
Shakespeare at Winedale is a University of Texas program of the Department of English that is dedicated to bringing Shakespeare to life through performance. Includes programs for performances by Shakespeare at Winedale.
Sharir Dance Company, which was founded by Yacov Sharir in 1982, pursues a mission of producing, presenting, promoting, and educating the public about new dance, art, and music. Includes marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances by the Sharir Dance Company and Sharir + Bustamente.
Shirk Worker's Onion worked to create new audiences for local theater by producing meaningful and entertaining works in casual environments. Includes a program for a performance by Shirk Worker's Onion of Samuel Beckett's "Waiting for Godot."
Shrewd Productions is committed to creating theatre that is focused on women's voices, new plays, and work developed through a collaborative artistic approach. Program for a performance by Shrewd Productions of "Trash Anthems."
Small Potatoes Theatrical Company, now Different Stages, was founded in 1980 as a community-theatre company. The name was changed to Different Stages in 1984. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Small Potatoes Theatrical Company. See also different Stages.
Program for a performance by Sol-Fly of Robert Anton Wilson's "Wilhelm Reich in Hell."
Soubrette Productions was founded in 2011 and is a non-profit theater that aims to produce quality performances that are affordable for the masses. Includes a program for a performance by Soubrette Productions of "Assassins."
Includes programs for productions by Southwest Theatre Productions.
The Southwestern Regional Ballet Festival Association, Inc., was formed in 1963 for the promotion, maintenance, and support of the art of ballet. Includes programs for performances by the Southwestern Regional Ballet Festival.
Spectrum: Focus on Deaf Artists was started in 1975 as a national organization with the Spectrum Arts Center, which is based in Austin, Texas. Two years later, recognizing the need for cultural entertainment in the deaf community of Austin, the staff at Spectrum Arts Center decided to develop a community theatre. Includes a poster and programs for performances by the Spectrum Deaf Theatre/Spectrum: Focus on Deaf Artists.
Spectrum Theatre Company was founded in 2013 to promote African-American theatre in Austin. Includes a program for a production of "Skeleton Crew" by Spectrum Theatre Company.
K. Orville Johnson was the director and designer of Stage, etc., Productions, which was founded in 1968. Includes a program for a performance by Stage, etc., Productions of "Gypsy."
Starving Artists' Theatre, Inc., was founded by Chad Dunn in 1998 as an organization that would provide professional-level theatre to benefit Austin charities. Includes a program for a performance by Starving Artists' Theatre, Inc., of Neil Simon's "Rumors."
Posters, programs, and fliers for performances at the State Theater/State Theatre not produced by the State Theatre Company.
Live Oak Productions was founded in the early 1980s by Mac Williams, Jeannette Brown, and Roger Smith. When Live Oak secured its own performance space in 1986, the name changed to Live Oak Theatre. In 1999, Live Oak Theatre purchased the historic State Theatre, and the company changed its name to The State Theatre Company. Includes marketing and publicity materials, programs, and season schedules for performances by the State Theater Company/State Theatre Company.
The Subterranean Theatre Company was formed in 1988 with a commitment to bringing thought-provoking, entertaining works to Austin audiences. When Ken Webster, artistic director at Subterranean Theatre, took over the Hyde Park Theatre venue, he changed the name of his company to Hyde Park Theatre. Includes programs for performances by the Subterranean Theatre Company.
Summer Youth Theatre was founded in 1991 by VORTEX Artistic Director Bonnie Cullum to offer a free opportunity for teenagers in Central Texas to train and rehearse with adult guest artists in order to produce and perform a play. Programs for performances by the Summer Youth Theatre.
Programs for performances at Synergy Studio by choreographers Bryan Green and Stephen Brown.
TEATRO Humanidad's focus is to nurture new and emerging Latino playwrights, technicians and theatre artists, including special efforts focused on "at-risk" youth. In 1997, TEATRO Humanidad founded the Latino Comedy Project to showcase and develop Latino comedy writers, directors, and performers. Includes marketing and publicity materials and programs for performances by Teatro Humanidad, including the Latino Comedy Project.
Teatro Libertad was founded in 1994 by Tomas and Abel Salas, who were inspired by the Movimiento-based theater troupes that rose out of the turbulent struggle for cultural affirmation among politically active Chicanos. Includes a program for "Man of the Flesh."
Teatro Vivo was founded in 2000 to produce and promote Latino-based theatre, providing a window into the Latino community to make theatre accessible to all audiences, especially those underserved in the arts. As a bilingual theater company, Teatro Vivo strives to address critical social issues. Includes posters, programs and fliers for performances by Teatro Vivo.
First known as the Texas Chamber Consort, TCC was founded in 1997 to provide singers with quality auditioned and non-auditioned choral-performance opportunities. The name was changed to the Texas Choral Consort in 2002. Includes programs for performances by the Texas Choral Consort.
Founded in 1987 by Daniel Johnson, the Texas Early Music Project is dedicated to preserving and advancing the art of Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and early Classical music through performance, recordings, and educational outreach. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Texas Early Music Project.
The Texas Educational Theatre Association, which was founded in 1951 in Austin, was created to promote and expand educational theatre in Texas. TETA has been instrumental in vigorously promoting the development of high-quality theatre programs in Texas colleges and universities. Includes a program for a performance by the Texas Educational Theatre Association and a copy of "Texas Theatre Notes."
Texas National Dance Theatre was founded in 1985 by a group of professional dancers in Austin with the goal of providing Texas dancers and choreographers with a forum for their creativity. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Texas National Dance Theatre.
Texas Nonprofit Theatres is a statewide service organization for all nonprofit theatres in Texas to provide advocacy for the needs of theatres in Texas. Includes administrative records for Texas Non-Profit Theatres, Inc.
Program for The Sarah Bernhardt Tent Production of "Camille." The cover of the program states, "On the Site of the Temporary Capitol" and "For the Benefit of the Austin Auditorium."
Theatre Austin was founded by Cassandra Knoblock. Includes a program for a performance by Theatre Austin of "Twister."
Theatre Collective was a student group founded in 1986 by Paul Garlinghouse, Nina Otazo, and Debbie Blincher. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Theatre Collective.
Programs for performances by Theatre Eklektos.
Programs and fliers for performances by Theatre in the Rye.
Program for a performance by Theatre in the Woods of Tennessee Williams's "The Glass Menagerie."
In the late 1990s, The Theaterless Theater Corps was formed by Josh Frank to perform culturally active and cinematically styled theatre. Includes programs for performances by The Theatreless Theatre Corps.
Theatre Unlimited opened in the early 1970s as an entertainment and dining spot (dinner theatre) by partners Linalice Carey and Nan Elkins. "Theatre Unlimited" was a newsletter that covered news of dramas and musicals all over Central Texas. The theatre closed in 1974. Includes administrative records, materials used for the "Callboard" periodical, newspaper clippings, correspondence, posters, and programs of performances by Theatre Unlimited. See also AR.2010.026, Linalice Carey Papers.
Fliers for performances by the Third Coast Jazz Flyers, a jazz dance company formed in the mid-1980s.
Program for a performance by the Third Coast Players.
THW Squared Productions was founded in 1988 to produce alternative theatre with original material. Includes a program for a performances at Ground Zero Theatre by THW2 Productions.
Founded in 1995 by David Yeakle, Ellen Reeder, Art Davis, and Cindy Davis, Tongue and Groove Theatre is dedicated to the seamless integration of the disciplines of mask, mime, music, dance, puppetry, and acting. Includes programs for performances by Tongue and Groove Theatre.
Trans/Act Theatre opened in Austin in the early 1980s as a professional theatre with a paid staff. Includes programs and fliers for performances at the Trans/Act Theatre.
Program for a performance at Trinity Studios of "Dobie."
Trouble Puppet Theater Company was founded in 2004 by Connor Hopkins and is a sponsored project of Salvage Vanguard Theatre. Includes a program for a performance by the Trouble Puppet Theater Company of "Toil and Trouble."
Troupe Texas was formed in the early 1990s by Mike Warner, Harley Erdman, and Skyler Hampton to educate and empower people through theatre that is socially responsive and culturally insightful. Includes programs for performances by Troupe Texas.
Tutto Theatre Company was formed in 2001 to reexamine history from different cultural perspectives. Includes programs for performances by Tutto Theatre Company.
Two Beards Theatre Company began running shows in 2013 and was founded by Andrew Robinson and Jacob Henry. Includes a program for a production by Two Beards Theatre Company of "Mr. Marmalade."
Includes programs, posters, and fliers for the University of Texas College of Fine Arts, Department of Drama, Department of Theatre and Dance, Department of Music, College of Liberal Arts, Cultural Entertainment Committee, Department of the Classics, Chamber Singers, Longhorn Singers, Longhorn Band-O-Rama, Performing Arts Center, Mask and Wig Players, Shoestring Theatre, Texas Union Repertory Theatre, University Cabaret Theatre, University Light Opera Company, UT Opera Theatre, and the Wesley Player performances. See also The Broccoli Project, Curtain Club, Rare Creations, Shakespeare at Winedale, and Weetzah Players.
The Utility Company was produced in association with VORTEX Repertory Company to provide Austin's theatre artists with additional opportunities for growth and the public with theatrical entertainment. Includes programs for performances by the Utility Company.
The Violet Crown Players utilized local artists to promote the appreciation of American and British musical theatre through various productions. Includes a program for a performance by the Violet Crown Players of "Dracula: A Musical Nightmare."
Flyer for a performance by the Violet Crown Radio Players
of "The Return of Sailor Steve Costigan."
VORTEX Repertory Company was founded in 1988 to create innovative productions of original work. Beginning in 1990, VORTEX operated in various performance venues until it opened Planet Theatre in East Austin. Besides providing a venue for the VORTEX Repertory Company, Planet Theatre is also a venue for other local and national theatre companies, musicians, dancers, and performance artists. Includes marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances by the Vortex Repertory Company. See also Planet Theatre, Summer Youth Theatre, and The Utility Company.
Program for a performance by Waterloo Productions of
"The Lights Are On."
Weetzah Players was a registered student group at the University of Texas. Includes programs for performances by the Weetzah Players.
The West Bank Theatre Company was formed in the late 1980s to preserve the tradition of the performance of classic plays. Includes programs for performances by the West Bank Theatre Company.
Women and Their Work, a visual and performing-arts organization that was founded in 1978, serves as a catalyst for contemporary art that is created by women who live and work in Texas and beyond. Includes programs and fliers for performances by Women and Their Work in collaboration with such companies as VORTEX Repertory Company, Black Artists Alliance, and Dance Umbrella.
Word of Mouth Women's Theatre was founded in 1980 and provided theatre goers a unique opportunity to experience women transcending their tradition roles. Includes programs for performances by Word of Mouth Women's Theatre and an annotated script for "Guitar Boy".
Writers for the Performing Arts was a support group that met monthly to share and discuss the new work of playwrights, poets, musicians, and dancers. Includes program for a performance by Writers for the Performing Arts of
"Originals Only."
Program for a performance by Wylie Andrew Productions of
A.R. Gurney's "Love Letters."
Poster for a performance by the Yellow Tape Construction Company of "Come Home."
The Austin Community Players, a theatre group that was founded in 1921, was incorporated into The Little Theatre of Austin (Austin Little Theatre) in 1932. After struggling through the World War II years, the Austin Little Theatre disbanded in 1946 but was revived in 1948 and renamed the Austin Civic Theatre in 1949. In 1968, the Austin Civic Theatre was renamed the Zachary Scott Theatre Center in honor of Zachary Scott, a Hollywood actor raised in Austin. Some of the productions at the Zachary Scott Theatre Center were still staged under the Austin Civic Theatre name until the early 1980s. In the mid-2000s, the name was shortened to ZACH Theatre. Includes administrative records, ephemera, marketing materials, programs, photographs, posters, costume design, and scripts for the Zachary Scott Theatre. See also Austin Community Players, Austin Little Theatre, Austin Civic Theatre, and ZACH Theatre.
In 1968, the Austin Civic Theatre was renamed the Zachary Scott Theatre Center in honor of Zachary Scott, a Hollywood actor raised in Austin. In the mid-2000s, the name of the theatre was shortened to ZACH Theatre. Includes programs, fliers, and season schedules for ZACH Theatre performances. See also Austin Community Players, Austin Little Theatre, Austin Civic Theatre, and Zachary Scott Theatre.
Programs for local performances at unidentified theaters.
Bioghist
Creator Note
The Performing Arts Collection was created by the Austin History Center from various donations of materials pertaining to the performing arts (theater, dance, and select music and choral groups) in Austin and Travis County.
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Scope and Contents
The Performing Arts Collection contains artistic performance materials such as performance programs, playbills, fliers, posters, marketing materials, press clippings, reviews, costume designs, photographs, administrative records, and other ephemera documenting the history of the performing-arts scene of Austin and Travis County from the 1880s through current day. The bulk of the collection consists of programs for theater productions produced by local theater (acting) companies. The Austin Civic Theatre and its successor, the Zachary Scott Theatre, Austin Circle of Theaters, Austin Parks and Recreation-sponsored theater groups, Capitol City Playhouse, Center Stage, Curtain Club, Live Oak Theatre, Mary Moody Northen Theatre, and the University of Texas Department of Drama (now the Department of Theatre and Dance) are particularly well represented. Also documented are local dance, choral, classical music, opera, and musical-theater companies, as well as traveling performance groups that perform at local venues such as the University of Texas Performing Arts Center and the Long Center for the Performing Arts.
Some local performing-arts institutions have their own separate collections at the Austin History Center and are not included in the Performing Arts Collection. See the Related Materials section for additional information.
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Detailed Description of the Collection
Fliers and programs promoting plays of 4th & 1 Productions, Inc.
4th & 1 Productions, Inc.,
undated
1
1
Programs,
undated
7 Towers Theatre Company,
2011
7 Towers Theatre Company was founded in 2010 and is a sponsored project of the Austin Creative Alliance. Includes a program for a performance by 7 Towers Theatre Company of "Burn This."
35
6
Programs,
2011
Fliers and programs promoting plays at AAA (Triple A) Theater during the mid-1980s.
AAA Theater,
1985-1987
1
2
Programs,
1985-1987
The Actors' Equity Association is a labor union that was founded in 1913 to protect and represent professional actors and stage managers in the theatre. Includes programs promoting plays for the Actors' Equity Member Project.
Actors' Equity Association,
1994
1
19
Programs,
1994
Fliers and programs promoting plays at Actores Independientes.
Actores Independientes,
undated
1
3
Programs,
undated
Actors & Company,
1985-1986, undated
Actors & Company, formed in the 1980s, produced plays as well as provided training classes and workshops. The organization took over the activities of Actors, Inc. Includes fliers and programs promoting plays and workshops presented by Actors & Company.
1
4
Programs,
1985-1986, undated
Actors Theatre of Austin,
1984-1987
Actors Theatre of Austin was a non-profit acting company formed in the early 1980s as an effort to establish a professional, permanent acting company in Austin. The collection contains programs promoting plays and musicals presented by Actors Theatre of Austin during the mid-1980s.
1
5
Programs,
1984-1987
Afro-American Players, Inc., was formed in 1972 with the purpose of promoting multicultural interaction and understanding through the medium of the theatre. Includes fliers, posters, and programs promoting plays of Afro-American Players.
Afro-American Players,
1980, undated
qAR
03/13/001
Oversize marketing and publicity,
circa 1974
1
6
Programs,
1980, undated
Agni Entertainment began as Agni Dance, a dance company focused on teach Bollywood dance. It became Agni Entertainment in 2010 to produce theater and film projects. Includes programs for productions by Agni Entertainment.
Agni Entertainment,
undated
36
9
Programs,
undated
The Amateur Choral Club,
1928-1939, undated
Organized in 1906 to promote musical awareness and to bring quality, nationally recognized performers to Austin. Includes programs promoting plays and operas presented by The Amateur Choral Club in the 1920s.
1
7
Programs,
1928-1939, undated
American Recorder Society (Austin Chapter),
1985
Includes programs promoting performances by the Austin Chapter of the American Recorder Society.
1
20
Programs,
undated
The ARC Theatre Company,
circa 1975
The ARC Theatre Company was a drama group and ballet company open to all children ages nine to sixteen who were serious about the performing arts. It was run by the Austin Recreation Center.
1
8
Programs,
circa 1975
Ariel Dance Theatre,
1990s-2014
Ariel Dance Theatre was founded in 1993 by Andrea Ariel to actively promote and develop an interrelationship between artistic creation and community-based programs. Includes program for a dance performance presented by the Ariel Dance Theatre in the mid-1990s through the 2000s.
1
9
Programs,
1990s-2014
Armstrong Community Music School (Armstrong School of Music),
2001-2003
The Armstrong Community Music School provides lifelong access to the musical arts through instruction and performances for all, regardless of age, skill, ethnicity, or income. Includes programs promoting musical performances presented by the Armstrong School of Music during 2001-2003.
1
10
Programs,
2001-2003
The Arts Exchange,
1987
The Arts Exchange is an arts services organization specializing in professional travel films and theatrical productions. Includes programs promoting productions by The Arts Exchange.
1
21
Programs,
1987
Arts on Real was a performance venue started in 2003 by Blake Yelavich and was known for staging alternative productions. The theater was the home of Naughty Austin Productions. Includes fliers, posters, and programs promoting plays at Arts on Real. See also Naughty Austin Productions.
Arts on Real,
2005-2006, undated
qAR
03/13/001
Oversize marketing and publicity,
2006
1
11
Programs,
2005, undated
Aunt Lulu Plays,
2000-2001
Program promoting theatrical performances presented by Aunt Lulu Plays during 2000-2001.
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Programs,
2000-2001
Austin 5th Street Theatre was a non-profit organization that provided professional performance space to local independent production companies. Includes fliers, posters, and programs promoting plays at Austin 5th Street Theatre.
Austin 5th Street Theatre,
1985-1986, undated
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undated
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Programs,
1985-1986, undated
Austin Cabaret Theatre,
1981-1982
A volunteer-run cabaret theatre that performed melodrama, magic, music, vaudeville, comedy thrillers, and children's programs on West Anderson Lane in the 1980s. Includes programs and fliers.
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Programs,
1981-1982
Austin Cabaret Theatre,
2004-2008, undated
Austin Cabaret Theatre was founded in 2001. Includes programs and fliers from the Austin Cabaret Theatre.
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Programs,
2003-2008, undated
Austin Chamber Music Center,
1991-2018, undated
The Austin Chamber Music Center was founded in 1981 as an educational organization. A regular concert season was added in 1988, and the Austin Chamber Music Festival was created in 1997. Includes marketing and publicity materials and programs for performances by the Austin Chamber Music Center.
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Marketing and publicity,
1991-2014, undated
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Music Festival programs,
1997-2017
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Programs,
1992-2018, undated
Austin Chamber Orchestra and Austin Opera Company,
1979-1980, undated
The Austin Chamber Orchestra was formed in 1977, and the Austin Opera Company followed a few years later. Includes a program promoting operas presented by the Austin Chamber Orchestra in Austin. See also Austin Community Orchestra and Austin Civic Orchestra.
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Programs,
1979-1980, undated
Austin Choral Union (Austin Symphony Choral Union),
1974-1994
The Austin Choral Union was formed in 1970 to give both University of Texas and Austin community members the opportunity to sing great choral works. Includes programs, season announcements, fliers, and printed materials promoting musical performances by the Austin Choral Union.
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Programs,
1974-1994
Austin Circle of Theatres,
1974-2005, undated
The Austin Circle of Theatres (ACOT) was a non-profit organization in Austin that was founded in 1974 to encourage the well-being of live theatre in the Austin community. ACOT sponsored the majority of independent shows and provided referral support services for actors, directors, designers, and technicians. The organization transformed into the Austin Creative Alliance in 2009 and expanded its mission to serve the larger creative community of Central Texas. Includes administrative records, clippings, correspondence, fliers, posters, programs, and other assorted materials related to the ACOT. See also Reader's Theater.
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Administrative Records,
circa 1975-1986
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B. Iden Payne Awards,
circa 1974-1986
2
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Clippings
1978, undated
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Correspondence,
1977-1988
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2005
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Marketing materials and invitations,
circa 1982-1994
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Programs,
1980s and 1990s
2
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Programs,
2000s and undated
Austin City Ballet,
2017
Formerly called the Conservatory Dance Theatre, Austin City Ballet has been in existence since 1991. It is a non-profit organization that specializes in children's theater and aims to bring theatrical dance to the community in an educational, yet fun way. Includes a program for a performance by the Austin City Ballet of "The Nutcracker."
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Programs,
2017
Austin Civic Chorus,
1991-1997
Austin Civic Chorus was formed in 1965 by Ralph Kies and has 135 members. Past directors of the Chorus include Gene Galbraith, Linda Golding, Barry WilliamSon, Fiora Contino, and David Stevens. Includes programs for concerts performed by the Austin Civic Chorus.
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Programs,
1991-1997
Austin Civic Opera Company,
1928
Program for a performance by the Austin Civic Opera Company of "Martha."
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Programs,
1928
Austin Civic Orchestra,
1996-2009
The Austin Civic Orchestra is a non-profit civic orchestra that was founded in 1977 as the Austin Chamber Orchestra, with the purpose of offering a recreational performing experience to musicians in the community. Includes programs, promotional mailers, and season announcements promoting musical performances presented by orchestra. See also Austin Chamber Orchestra.
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Programs,
1996-2009
Austin Civic Theatre,
1950-1981, undated
Beginning in 1921 as the Austin Community Players, the theatre group was incorporated into The Little Theatre of Austin (Austin Little Theatre) in 1932. After struggling through the World War II years, the Austin Little Theatre disbanded in 1946 but revived in 1948 and was renamed the Austin Civic Theatre in 1949. In 1968, the Austin Civic Theatre corporate name was changed to the Zachary Scott Theatre Center in honor of Zachary Scott, a Hollywood actor born in Austin. Through the early 1980s, productions were still staged under the Austin Civic Theatre name at the Zachary Scott Theatre Center. Includes administrative records, clippings, correspondence, marketing materials, programs, photographs, posters, scrapbook, and scripts for the Austin Civic Theatre. See also Austin Community Players, Austin Little Theatre, and Zachary Scott Theatre Center.
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Administrative Records,
1950-1966
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Clippings,
1949-1967
3
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Correspondence,
1950-1979
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Marketing and publicity,
1962-1981
3
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Production photographs,
1952-1953
Includes: "Rain", "The Philadelphia Story"
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Production photographs,
1951-1956, undated
Includes: "Streetcar Called Desire", "Gold in the Hills", "The Silver Whistle", "The Torchbearer", "Tobacco Road", "Dirty Work at the Crossroads" and "Playhouse Varieties"
Outer Vault
B&W Negative Drawer
"Mr. Pim Passes By" and "Specialty Acts" negatives,
circa 1950s
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Production photographs-unidentified,
circa 1950s
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Portraits and group photographs,
1952-1961, undated
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Photographs of the venue, backstage and front of the house,
1951-1952, undated
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1951, undated
Includes: "Streetcar Named Desire", "Gold in the Hills", "Blythe Spirit"
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undated
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011/077
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undated
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Programs,
circa 1950-1970
4
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Programs,
circa 1950-1970
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Scripts,
undated
Oversize Volumes
Scrapbook,
1952-1956
Austin Classical Guitar Society,
1977-2013, undated
Since 1998, the Austin Classical Guitar Society has been providing free community concerts in order to eliminate cultural, geographical, and economic barriers to hearing music. Includes marketing and publicity materials and a program for classical guitar performances for Austin Classical Guitar Society.
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Marketing and publicity,
1977-2013, undated
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Programs,
undated
Austin Community College,
1984-2002, undated
Programs dating from the early 1990s through the 2000s for theatre and dance performances presented by students of Austin Community College's Drama and Dance departments. Includes programs for performances by the Gallery Theatre Players. In addition, the Austin Community College began an association with the Zachary Scott Theatre Center in the early 1970s as a way to offer classes in acting and as an introduction to theatre in the atmosphere of a living vibrant theatre. For access to these programs, see Zachary Scott Theatre Center.
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Programs,
1984-2002, undated
Austin Community Orchestra,
1980-1981
Founded in 1977 by Mac Payne as the Austin Chamber Orchestra. Includes a program for the 1980-1981 season. See also Austin Civic Orchestra.
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Programs,
1980-1981
Austin Community Players,
1921-1924,undated
The Austin Community Players was formed in 1921 as a "community undertaking in the strictest sense of the word." The theatre group was incorporated into The Little Theatre of Austin (Austin Little Theatre) in 1932. After struggling through the World War II years, the Austin Little Theatre disbanded in 1946 but revived in 1948, and it was renamed the Austin Civic Theatre in 1949. Includes newspaper clippings and programs of performances presented by the Austin Community Players. See also Austin Little Theatre and Austin Civic Theatre.
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Clippings,
1921-1924, undated
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Programs,
1921, undated
Austin Contemporary Ballet,
1989-1991, 1997
Austin Contemporary Ballet was founded in 1986 as a non-profit organization designed to produce new and entertaining dance productions for the Austin community at affordable prices. Includes programs and fliers of performances presented by the company.
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Programs,
1989-1991, 1997
Austin Eurythmy Ensemble,
1998
Austin Eurythmy Ensemble was formed to bring the art of eurythmy to Austin, based on concepts developed by Rudolph Steiner. Includes programs for workshops and presentations given by the Austin Eurythmy Ensemble.
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Programs,
1998
Austin Federation of Musicians,
1978-1995
The Austin Federation of Musicians is a chapter of American Federation of Musicans (AFM). Founded in 1896, the AFM is an entertainment union that assists professional musicians with all aspects of their buisiness. The local Austin chapter, 433, was founded in 1907. It was instrumental in the original construction of the Zilker Hillside Theatre. Includes a program for the 13th Annual Fall Fest Jass Festival produced by the Austin Federation of Musicians.
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Programs,
1978-1995
Austin Festival of Dance,
1992-1997
The Austin Festival of Dance was created in 1992 in Austin by a local dancer in order to present an evening of dance as a fundraiser in the fight against AIDS. Includes programs for the 1st, 2d, 3d, and 6th annual Austin Festival of Dance benefit performances for AIDS Services of Austin.
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Programs,
1992-1997
Austin Free Shakespeare Society,
1997-1999
Programs for performances presented by the Austin Free Shakespeare Society, an organization founded in 1997 by a group of students dedicated to providing free performances to the public.
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Programs,
1997-1999
Austin Handel-Haydn Society,
1987-1996
The Austin Handel-Haydn Society was founded in 1985 with the purpose of bringing great choral works to Austin and Central Texas. The name was eventually changed to the Austin Vocal Arts Ensemble. Includes marketing and publicity materials and programs for performances presented by the Austin Handel-Haydn Society. See also Austin Vocal Arts Ensemble.
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Marketing and publicity,
1991-1996
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Programs,
1987-1996
The Austin Jaycees,
1951-1959, undated
Programs for presentations and events sponsored by the Austin Junior Chamber of Commerce (Austin Jaycees), including the annual Community Christmas Program. The Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) later took over sponsorship of Canterbury Faire. For additional programs, see Austin PARD.
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Programs,
1951-1959, undated
Austin Jazz Society,
undated
The Austin Jazz Society is an Austin, Texas based non-profit formed in 2003.
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The Austin Jewish Repertory Theatre,
2016
The Austin Jewish Repertory Theatre is represented by the Jewish Community Center, a branch of Shalom Austin. Includes programs promoting plays produced by Austin Jewish Repertory Theatre.
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Programs,
2016
Austin Latino Theatre Alliance (ALTA),
2004-2006, undated
Austin Latino Theater Alliance (ALTA) was founded in the late 1990s with the purpose of uniting and supporting the different Latino and Hispanic theatre groups in the Austin community. Includes posters promoting plays and performances by the ALTA.
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2004-2006, undated
Austin Little Theatre/The Little Theater of Austin,
1927-1944, undated
Beginning in 1921 as the Austin Community Players, the theatre group was incorporated into The Little Theatre of Austin (Austin Little Theatre) in 1932. After struggling through the World War II years, the Austin Little Theatre disbanded in 1946 but revived in 1948, and it was renamed the Austin Civic Theatre in 1949. Includes administrative records, posters, and programs for performances by the Austin Little Theatre/The Little Theater of Austin. See also Austin Community Players, Austin Civic Theatre, and Zachary Scott Theatre Center.
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Administrative,
1932-1933
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1933-1941, undated
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Programs,
1927-1929, undated
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Programs,
1930-1934
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Programs,
1935-1937
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Programs,
1938-1944
Austin Lyric Opera,
1986-2003
Austin Lyric Opera was founded in 1986 and would later become Austin Opera. Includes programs for productions by Austin Lyric Opera. See also Austin Opera Company.
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Programs,
1986-2003
Austin Media Arts,
1989-1990
A program for two one-act plays performed by Austin Media Arts.
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Programs,
1989-1990
Austin Metamorphosis Dance Ensemble,
2008, undated
A poster and a program for ballet performances presented by the Austin Metamorphosis Dance Ensemble, a organization created in 2006 by the merging of Austin Dance Ensemble and Metamorphosis Dance Ensemble.
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undated
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Programs,
2008
Austin Musical Theatre,
1996-2003
Austin Musical Theatre was founded in 1996 to produce "Broadway quality" musical theatre using the best of local talent and guest performers from all over the United States. Includes meeting minutes, programs, and publicity and marketing materials for the Austin Musical Theatre.
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1-3
Administrative records,
2001-2002
5
6
Marketing and publicity,
2001-2002, undated
5
4-5
Programs,
1996-2003
Austin Music Festival Association,
1908-1917, undated
The Austin Music Festival Association was formed in 1908 to promote musical awareness and to bring quality, nationally recognized performers to Austin. Includes programs for the New York Symphony Orchestra Association, Emmy Destinn, Harold Bauer, Leopold Godowsky, and Anna Pavlowa (at the Hancock Opera House).
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Programs,
1908-1917, undated
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circa 1914
Austin on Tap, Inc.,
1985-1986, undated
Tap Dance theatre by choreographer Debbie Bray. Includes programs from Austin On Tap, Inc.
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Programs,
1985-1986, undated
The Austin Opera Company,
2014-2015, undated
Invitation from The Austin Opera Company for a New Year's Eve Opera Gala to be held at the Paramount Theatre. See also Austin Chamber Orchestra and Austin Opera Company.
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8
Flier,
undated
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Programs,
2014-2015
Austin Parks and Recreation,
1963-2010
A poster and programs for performances sponsored by the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department and/or staged at Dougherty Arts Center. Includes Zilker Hillside Theatre Summer Musicals, Zilker Theatre Productions, Canterbury Faire, Texas Young Playwrights Festival, O.P.E.R.A (Opera as Performance Experience and Recreational Activity) and The Gallimaufry Players. The Zilker Hillside Theatre Summer Musicals began in 1959 and Shakespeare in the Park as performed by the Gallimaufry Players began in 1974. See also Reader's Theatre (Dougherty Cultural Arts Center).
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9
Administrative records,
1998
5
10
Marketing and publicity materials,
1981-1998,undated
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2005
5
11
Programs,
1991-1997, undated
14
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Dougherty Arts Center programs,
2001-2003
5
12
Gallimaufry Players administrative records,
1974-1976
5
13
Gallimaufry Players clippings,
1975
5
14
Gallimaufry Players correspondence,
1974-1977
5
15
Gallimaufry Players programs,
1977, undated
5
16
Gallimaufry Players publicity,
1975-1977
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Zilker Hillside Theatre Summer Musical programs,
1963-1969
6
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Zilker Hillside Theatre Summer Musical programs,
1970-1979
6
3
Zilker Hillside Theatre Summer Musical programs,
1980-1989
6
4
Zilker Hillside Theatre Summer Musical programs,
1991-1998
6
5
Zilker Hillside Theatre Summer Musical programs,
2002-2010
Austin Performance Ensemble,
undated
A program for a performance presented by the Austin Performance Ensemble.
6
6
Programs,
undated
Austin Playhouse,
2002-2015
The Austin Playhouse was founded in 2000 by Don Toner and other local Austin artists and volunteers in order to produce year-round professional productions of classic, contemporary, and musical plays. The group had previously worked together to build the State Theater Company (formerly Live Oak Theatre). Includes posters and programs for performances presented by the Austin Playhouse.
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2004-2007, undated
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Programs,
2001-2015
Austin Poets Theatre,
1975
Flier announcing Mega-media presentation, to be held at the Contemporary Art Museum, by the Austin Poets Theatre.
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8
Fliers,
1975
Austin Repertory Dancers Company,
1981-mid 1980s
Programs for performances presented by the Austin Repertory Dancers Company, a non-profit arts organization founded in 1978 to present modern dance in Austin.
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Programs,
1981-mid 1980s
Austin Repertory Theatre,
1978-1981
Austin Repertory Theatre was formed in 1978 by George Brashears and David Dailey as the first resident professional regional theater in Austin. Includes administrative records, newspaper clippings, correspondence, marketing and publicity materials,and programs for the Austin Repertory Theatre. For the Austin Repertory Theater (ART) formed in the 1960s by Linalice Carey and David Lane, see Melodrama Theatre below and AR.2010.026, the Linalice Carey Papers.
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10
Administrative Records,
1978-1980
6
11
Clippings,
1978-1979
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Correspondence,
1978-1980
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2
Marketing and publicity,
1980-1981, undated
7
3
Programs,
1978-1981, undated
Austin Scottish Rite Company,
1999, undated
In 1871, an Austin German social group, the Turn Verein, constructed a opera house that eventually became known as Turner Hall. In 1910, the facility was purchased by the Masons of Austin for a fraternal meeting place. The Scottish Rite Theater was formed to deliver arts programming and educational opportunities for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Includes posters and programs for performances presented by the Austin Scottish Rite Company.
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Programs,
1999, undated
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undated
Austin Script Works,
2000-2007, undated
ScriptWorks (formerly Austin Script Works) was founded in 1997 as an organization to support dramatic writers by providing opportunities at all stages of the writing process. Includes programs.
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5
Programs,
2000-2007, undated
Austin Shakespeare Festival Company,
1984-2015, undated
In 1984, the Austin Shakespeare Festival Company was founded as a non-profit corporation by Jeff Ellinger to continue the tradition begun by the Austin Parks and Recreation's Gallimaufry Players in the 1970s. In 1993, the outdoor programming portions were renamed Shakespeare Under the Stars. Includes administrative records, newspaper clippings, marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances presented by the Austin Shakespeare Festival Company.
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6
Administrative records,
1985
7
7
Clippings,
1986-1991, undated
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8
Marketing and publicity,
1984-2015, undated
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2005, undated
7
9
Programs,
1985-1999, undated
7
10
Programs,
2000-2004, undated
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11
Programs,
2004-2012, undated
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14
Performance photographs,
undated
Austin Shakespeare,
2009-2017
Austin Shakespeare was founded in 1984 to bring the plays of William Shakespeare to central Texas. Included are programs promoting plays produced by Austin Shakespeare.
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Programs,
2009-2017
Austin Sinfonietta,
1990-1993
Austin Sinfonietta was founded in 1989. Includes programs for concerts produced by Austin Sinfonietta.
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Programs,
1990-1993
Austin Singers,
1997-2004, undated
The Austin Singers was founded in 1995; its programming focuses on choral works from different cultures and countries. Includes a program for "A Baroque Christmas Beyond Bach."
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12
Programs,
1997-2004, undated
Austin Symphony Orchestra,
1988-2019
Founded in 1911, the Austin Symphony Orchestra is Austin’s oldest performing arts group. It provides cultural enrichment and educational opportunities for adults and children of Austin and Central Texas. Includes programs for concerts produced by the Austin Symphony Orchestra.
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Programs,
1988-2019
Austin Theatre Alliance,
2001-2005
In the late 1990s, the Paramount Theatre for the Performing Arts began talks with the next-door State Theatre to expand each organization's role in the arts community in Austin. In 2000, the two companies merged to form the Austin Theatre Alliance (ATA). Includes meeting minutes and programs for performances presented by the Austin Theatre Alliance.
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13
Administrative Records,
2001
8
1-2
Administrative Records,
2002-2005
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Programs,
2001-2002
Austin Theatre for Youth,
1995-2000
Austin Theatre for Youth was a professional theatre that created theatre experiences for the young people and families of Central Texas. Includes programs for performances presented by the Austin Theatre for Youth, including the Austin Theatre for Youth Summer Academy on Waller Creek and the McCallum Fine Arts Academy at the McCallum High School Fine Arts Academy.
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Programs,
1995-2000
Austin Theatre Group,
1976, undated
The Austin Theatre Group was formed in 1975 to produce original plays by contemporary playwrights. Includes programs for performances presented by the Austin Theatre Group.
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Programs,
1976, undated
Austin Theatre Project,
1987-1991, undated
The Austin Theatre Project was a theatre organization of predominantly minority theatre artists and performers. Includes programs for performances presented by the Austin Theatre Project.
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Programs,
1987-1991, undated
Austin Vocal Arts Ensemble,
1997
The Austin Vocal Arts Ensemble was originally founded as the Austin Handel-Haydn Society in the summer of 1985 by music students at the University of Texas. Includes programs of concerts produced by Austin Vocal Arts Ensemble. See also Austin Handel-Haydn Society.
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Programs,
1997
Ballet Austin,
1992-2000, undated
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Programs,
1992-2000, undated
Ballet Austin was founded in 1956 and features original as well as classic productions of ballet repertoire. Includes programs for performances presented by Ballet Austin.
Ballet East Dance Theatre,
1986, 2001-2012, undated
Ballet East Dance Theatre, a company founded in 1978, is dedicated to excellence in modern dance and choreography. Includes posters and programs for performances presented by Ballet East Dance Theatre.
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2002-2003, undated
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1986, 2001-2012, undated
Ballet Folklorico Aztlan de Tejas,
1976-1984, 1991
Ballet Folkloric Aztlan de Tejas was founded in 1971 by Maria Salinas in an effort to make her four children aware of their cultural heritage. Includes programs for performances by Ballet Folklorico Aztlan de Tejas.
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Programs,
1976-1984, 1991
Barefoot Players,
undated
Programs for performances presented by the Barefoot Players, a local theatre group that presents Shakespeare productions in Austin.
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Programs,
undated
The Baron's Men,
undated
The Baron’s Men is a small, independently funded community theater dedicated to research of the Elizabethan theater and the performance of plays from that period.Includes a program for a performance by The Baron's Men of "The Lark."
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Programs,
undated
Bedlam Faction,
circa 2001
A program for a performance presented by the Bedlam Faction, a group of Austin performers who were veterans of the University of Texas Shakespeare at Winedale program.
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10
Programs,
circa 2001
Bell Airdome,
undated
A program for a performance presented by Bell Airdome.
8
11
Programs,
undated
Bellas Artes Productions,
undated
A program for a musical performance presented by Bellas Artes Productions.
8
12
Programs,
undated
Big Blonde Productions,
undated
A program for a performance presented by Big Blonde Productions.
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13
Programs,
undated
Big State Productions,
1990-1994, undated
Programs for performances presented by Big State Productions, a non-profit theatre company in Austin, Texas, that was founded in the early 1980s. Includes Z Edge Series programs, a joint venture between Zachary Scott Theatre Center, Big State Productionsm and the Subterranean Theatre Company to produce theatre which takes risks that commercial theatre could not.
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Programs,
1990-1994, undated
Bijuberti Players,
1969-1975, undated
Bijuberti Players was a professional non-profit organization founded by Linalice Carey in the late 1960s in Austin, Texas. Offshoots of the organization were the Bijuberti Puppet Guild and the Austin Community Theatre. Includes newspaper clippings, correspondence, printed materials, and programs for the Bijuberti Players.
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15
Clippings,
1970-1975, undated
8
16
Correspondence,
1969
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17
Printed materials,
1972, undated
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18
Programs,
undated
Black Arts Alliance,
1985-1986, undated
The Black Arts Alliance was founded in 1981 as a multi-disciplinary arts organization that assists artists in entering the mainstream of the cultural environment in Austin and the Central Texas area. Includes programs for performances by the Black Arts Alliance.
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Programs,
1985-1986, undated
Black Rose Theatre,
undated
Program for a performance presented by the Black Rose Theatre.
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19
Programs,
undated
Black Wolf Theatre,
undated
Black Wolf Theatre endeavored to bring together artists from Austin's music, theatre, dance, and visual-arts communities. Includes a program for a performance presented by the Black Wolf Theatre.
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20
Programs,
undated
Blue Lapis Light,
2006-2013, undated
Blue Lapis Light is a site-specific aerial dance company founded by Sally Jacques in 2005. Includes programs and fliers for performances presented by Blue Lapis Light. See also Sally Jacques Productions.
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Programs and fliers,
2006-2013, undated
Blue Theatre,
undated
The Blue Theatre is a versatile performance space in East Austin that opened in summer 2000. Includes posters for performances at the Blue Theatre and a program for a performance of Martin Sherman's "Bent."
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Programs,
undated
Blue Wave Dance,
undated
Fliers for performances presented by Blue Wave Dance.
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22
Programs,
undated
Bravura Theatre Company,
2005
Fliers for performances presented by the Bravura Theatre Company.
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23
Programs,
2005
Breaking Strings Theater Company,
undated
Breaking String Theater was founded in 2007 to produce drama important to, and commissioned new work inspired by, Russian culture. Breaking String is a sponsored project of the Austin Creative Alliance. The project is funded and supported in part by the City of Austin through the Cultural Arts Division.
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Programs,
undated
Broadway Texas!,
2003
Poster for a performance presented by Broadway Texas! of "The Wizard of Oz."
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2003
Broadway Theatre League of Austin, Inc.,
1959-1964
Programs and fliers for performances presented by the Broadway Theatre League of Austin.
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Programs,
1959-1964
The Broccoli Project,
circa 2002
The Broccoli Project is a student-run theatre group inspired by Dr. Paul Woodruff and founded in 2001 by students involved the Plan II Honors Program at the University of Texas at Austin. Includes programs for performances presented by the Broccoli Project.
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Programs,
circa 2002
Bruce Wood Dance Project,
undated
Program for a performance presented by the Bruce Wood Dance Project.
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26
Programs,
undated
The Cabaret/The Jester's Cabaret Theatre,
1963, undated
Clippings and notes regarding The Cabaret/The Jester's Cabaret, as well
as menus and programs.
8
27
Clippings and notes,
1963, undated
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28
Menus,
undated
8
29
Programs and fliers,
undated
Cameron Street Productions,
undated
Program for a performance presented by Cameron Street Productions.
8
30
Programs,
undated
Capital Acting Company,
1978, undated
Programs for performances presented by the Capital Acting Company.
8
31
Programs,
1978, undated
Capitol City Playhouse,
1982-1996, undated
The Capitol City Playhouse was founded in 1982 and was conceived as an "Off-Broadway" style theatre. Includes clippings regarding the Capital City Playhouse and shows that it presented, as well as marketing and publicity materials, programs, and season schedules.
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32
Clippings,
1982-1984
8
33
Marketing and publicity,
1982-1993, undated
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Programs,
1980s
9
3-4
Programs,
1990s
9
5-6
Programs,
undated
9
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Season schedules,
1982-1996
Capital T Theatre,
2010-2014, undated
Capital T Theatre was founded in 2006 by Mark Pickell with a committment to putting on at least three shows each year. Includes programs for shows put on by Capital T Theatre.
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Programs,
2010-2014, undated
The Catholic Little Theatre,
1936
Program for a performance presented by The Catholic Little Theatre.
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8
Programs,
1936
Center Stage,
1972-1981, undated
The Center Stage was opened by Ken Johnson in 1972 as a community theatre that was willing to stage serious and controversial plays. Includes administrative records, board meeting minutes, cast lists and scripts, clippings, marketing and
publicity materials, posters, and programs for Center Stage.
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Administrative records,
1974-1979,undated
10
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Cast lists and scripts,
undated
10
3
Clippings,
1972-1981,undated
10
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Marketing and publicity,
1974-1979,undated
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undated
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Programs A-D,
1973-1981,undated
10
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Programs E-I,
1978-1981,undated
10
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Programs J-N,
1975-1980,undated
10
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Programs O-S,
1977-1980,undated
10
10
Programs T-Z,
1975-1981,undated
Central Presbytarian Church (Noonday Concert Series),
1990-1997
Since February 21, 1980, Central Presbytarian Church has hosted a free 30-minute concert at noon on Thursday in the sanctuary. Includes programs promoting concerts performed as part of the Thursday Noonday Concert Series.
10
11
Programs,
1990-1997
Chicago House,
undated
The building first opened its doors in 1879 as Chicago House, and after many name changes was rechristened in the 1980s as Chicago House, with a gallery for the visual and performance arts. Includes programs and fliers for performances presented at the Chicago House.
11
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Programs,
undated
Children of Light Players,
undated
Children of the Light Players was founded in the mid-1980s to produce original plays and musicals that are educational fun for youths and families. Includes a program for a performance by the Children of Light Players.
11
2
Programs,
undated
A Chick and A Dude Productions,
undated
Founded in 2002, A Chick and A Dude Prodcutions produces original works by both new and original voices from the Austin community and across the country.
36
10
Programs,
undated
Children's Theatre Incorporated,
circa 1997
Programs and fliers for performances by Children's Theatre Incorporated.
32
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Programs,
circa 1997
Chorus Austin/Austin Vocal Arts Ensemble,
1996-2018, undated
Under the Chorus Austin umbrella are two ensembles: the Austin Civic Chorus (ACC) and the Austin Vocal Arts Ensemble (AVAE). Both groups are dedicated to bringing great choral works to Austin and Central Texas. The Austin Civic Chorus was founded in 1965 (more information on it can be found in AR.1996.007, Austin Civic Chorus Records). AVAE was founded in 1985 as the Austin Handel-Haydn Society, and it joined Chorus Austin in 1999. Includes programs and fliers for Chorus Austin and the Austin Vocal Arts Ensemble. See also Austin Handel-Haydn Society.
11
3
Programs,
1996-2005, undated
Christopher Valentine Productions, Inc.,
2000
Program for a five-day event titled Dancefest.
11
4
Programs,
2000
City Theatre Company,
2007-2015, undated
City Theatre Company emerged onto the Austin theatre scene in 2006. Includes a poster and programs for performances by the City Theatre Company.
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undated
11
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Programs,
2007-2015, undated
Classical 89.5 KMFA,
undated
Founded in 1967 with Leonard Masters as its first announcer, Classical 89.5 KMFA is a listener supported radio station featuring classical music and cultural programming. Includes a program for "Clef Notes: An Evening of Music and Stories" produced by Classical 89.5 KMFA.
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Programs,
undated
Classical Splash Concerts,
1990
Includes a program for a concert of The Camilli Quartet produced by Classical Splash Concerts.
38
8
Programs,
1990
Club Sandwich,
undated
Program for a performance at Club Sandwich.
11
6
Programs,
undated
Coda Project,
1985-2006, undated
The Coda Project was founded in 2002 to provide a forum for individuals across all artistic media to experiment with theatrical productions. Includes programs for performances by The Coda Project.
11
7
Programs,
1985-2006, undated
Cold Frame Collective,
undated
Includes a program for a performance of one act plays produced by Cold Frame Collective.
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11
Programs,
undated
The Company,
1993-1994, undated
The Company was formed in 1992 as an actor-based theatre company. Includes programs for performances by The Company.
11
8
Programs,
1993-1994, undated
Concordia Players,
1998-2004, undated
Programs and fliers for performances by the Concordia Players from Concordia University.
11
9
Programs,
1998-2004, undated
Conspirare,
2002-2015, undated
The New Texas Festival, which was founded in 1991 with Craig Hella Johnson as the artistic director, was born of a love for singing and a belief in vocal music's power to enrich the lives of those who experience it. In 1999, the name of the ensemble was changed to Conspirare in order to better reflect the choir's music-making mission; it literally means "to breathe together." Includes marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances by Conspirare. See also AR.1994.101, New Texas Festival Records.
11
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Marketing and publicity,
2004-2015, undated
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2005-2007
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2002-2007
11
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Programs,
2007-2010
11
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Programs,
2010-2014
Country Dinner Playhouse,
1972-1977, undated
The Country Dinner Playhouse provided dinner theatre during the 1970s. Includes newspaper clippings, marketing and publicity materials, and programs for performances at the Country Dinner Playhouse.
11
14
Clippings,
1972-1977, undated
11
15
Marketing and publicity,
1975, undated
11
16
Programs A-I,
circa 1970s
11
17
Programs L-Z,
circa 1970s
Crank Collective,
2013
Crank Collective was formed in 2009 and is a rotating group of travelling actors. Includes a program for a performance by Crank Collective of "Cabeza de Vaca."
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5
Programs,
2013
Creek Theatre,
1974-1978, undated
Creek Theatre was a small theatre started by Linalice Carey in Austin in the early 1970s. Includes newspaper clippings, marketing and publicity materials, and programs for performances at the Creek Theatre.
12
1
Clippings,
1975-1978, undated
12
2
Marketing and publicity,
1974-1978, undated
12
3
Programs,
circa 1970s
Critical Mass Productions,
1996
Includes a program for a production of "The Birthday Party" by Harold Pinter.
12
16
Programs,
1996
Crow Magnum Productions,
1992, undated
Newspaper clippings, marketing and publicity materials, and programs for performances by Crow Magnum Productions.
12
4
Programs,
1992, undated
Curtain Club,
1909-1988, undated
In the fall of 1908, several students at the University of Texas had the idea of forming a club with the purpose of promoting "dramatic activity and the study of Shakespeare," and the Curtain Club was born. Includes administrative records, newspaper clippings, correspondence, fliers, and programs for performances at the Curtain Club, as well as materials celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of UT's Department of Drama.
12
5
50th anniversary,
1988
12
6
Administrative,
1940-1944, 1988
12
7
Clippings,
1940s, undated
12
8
Clippings,
1938-1946, undated
12
9
Correspondence,
1941, undated
12
10
Fliers,
1938-1942
12
11
Programs,
1909-1920,undated
12
12
Programs,
1932-1939
12
13
Programs,
1940-1948
12
14
Programs,
1955-1966, undated
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6
Photographs of various productions,
circa 1930s
Dance Umbrella,
1980s-2000s, undated
Dance Umbrella was founded in 1977 as a collective of choreographers and dancers seeking to develop a community of dance in Austin. Includes posters, programs, and fliers for Dance Umbrella-sponsored performances dating from the 1980s to current.
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1985-1988
12
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Programs and fliers,
1980s
13
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Programs and fliers,
1990s
13
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Programs and fliers,
2000s
13
3
Programs and fliers,
undated
Darla Johnson/Andrew Long Company,
1992-2001, undated
Darla Johnson/Andrew Long Company was established in 1990 as a not-for-profit corporation to promote positive change and growth in humanity by developing a wider range of artistic, cultural, and educational opportunities through the arts. Includes a program for a performance by the Darla Johnson/Andrew Long Company, as well as a newsletter and posters.
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1992-2001, undated
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4
Programs and newsletters,
1996, undated
Deborah Hay Dance Company,
1982-2002, undated
Deborah Hay moved to Austin in 1976 and began the Deborah Hay Dance Company in 1980. Includes marketing and publicity materials and programs for performances by the Deborah Hay Dance Company.
13
5
Marketing and publicity,
1982-2002, undated
13
6
Programs,
1983-1985, undated
Dede Clark's kidsActing,
1994-2001, undated
kidsActing was founded by Dede Clark in the early 1980s. Includes programs for performances by Dede Clark's kidsActing. Programs from 1990 refer to Ms. Clark as "Dee Dee Clark". As of 2016, programs refer to the company as "kidsActing" instead of "Dede Clark's kidsActing".
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Programs,
1994-2001, undated
36
15
Programs,
2016-2017, undated
Designers' Space,
1985, undated
Programs and marketing and publicity materials for performances
by Designers' Space.
13
8
Programs and publicity and marketing,
1985, undated
Deus Ex Machina,
1993, undated
Programs for performances by Deus Ex Machina.
13
9
Programs,
1993, undated
Diana Prechter,
1990, undated
Programs and fliers for performances by dancer Diana Prechter.
13
10
Programs,
1990, undated
Diapason Club,
1940
Program for a performance by the Diapason Club.
13
11
Programs,
1940
Different Stages,
1985-2015
Different Stages was founded in 1980 as the Small Potatoes Theatrical Company with a commitment to performances of both famous plays and lesser-known works. The name was changed to Different Stages in 1984. Includes newspaper clippings, marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances by Different Stages. See also Small Potatoes Theatrical Company.
13
12
Clippings,
1996-2000, undated
13
13
Marketing and publicity,
1989-2007, undated
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2006-2007, undated
13
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Programs,
1985-1989
14
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Programs,
1990-1999
14
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Programs,
2000-
Dirigo Group,
2005-2006, undated
In the fall of 1999, a group of artists was searching for a project and staged "desire: a reconsideration of desire under the elms." The positive response inspired the group to make itself permanent, and The Dirigo Group was born. Includes posters and programs for performances by the Dirigo Group.
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2005-2006
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Programs,
2005, undated
Disciples of Melpomene,
2000-2001
Disciples of Melpomene was an Austin Circle of Theatre-sponsored project that was formed in the early 2000s. Includes programs for performances by the Disciples of Melpomene.
14
4
Programs,
2000-2001
Dystheatre,
undated
A small Austin company sponsored by the Austin Creative Alliance. Includes a program for a production of "The Feather House" by Linda Ramsey.
14
18
Programs,
undated
Esther's Follies,
1977-2001, undated
Esther's Follies was founded in 1977 on 6th Street in Austin. Includes programs and fliers for performances by Esther's Follies.
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1977-1979
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Programs,
1983-2001, undated
Fabulous and Ridiculous Theatre,
circa 2000
Fabulous and Ridiculous Theatre, a theatre group in Austin in the early 2000s, was committed to the idea that "taking oneself too seriously is the death of comedy." Includes programs for performances by the Fabulous and Ridiculous Theatre.
14
7
Programs,
circa 2000
The Fifth Street Playhouse,
circa 1980s
The Fifth Street Playhouse was formed in 1981. Includes a program for a performance at The Fifth Street Playhouse of Jules Feiffer's "Little Murders."
14
8
Programs,
circa 1980s
First Stage Productions,
undated
Includes a program for a production of "Women on the Brink".
14
19
Programs,
undated
First Stone Theatre,
1993
First Stone Theatre was a multimedia theatre company, founded in 1993, that traced its roots to an Austin theatre group known as Ground Zero Theatre. First Stone Theatre was formed to continue the social-political theatre format in Austin. Includes a program for performances of First Stone Theatre and First Stone Theatre 2. See also Second Stone Theatre.
14
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Programs,
1993
First United Methodist Church,
1977-1982
The Summer Musical at First United Methodist Church was an amalgamation of church members and other people from the Austin community. Includes programs for the summer musicals.
14
10
Programs,
1977-1982
Flame Failure Productions,
circa 1998
Flame Failure Productions was formed in the late 1990s from the ashes of The Downstage Players, a temporary company created to produce the epic twelve-month serial, "Flame Failure: the Silent War." Includes a program for a performance by Flame Failure Productions of stories by Edgar Allan Poe.
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Programs,
circa 1998
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1996, undated
Forklift Danceworks,
2018
Founded in 2001, Forklift Danceworks presents innovative performance projects with diverse communities, telling the often unheard stories of the people whose work sustains life within their local community. Includes a program for a production of "Dove Springs Swims" produced by Forklift Danceworks.
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Programs,
2018
Forme Productions,
undated
Program for a performance by Forme Productions
of two one-act plays, "The Typists" and "The Tiger," by Murray Schisgal.
14
12
Programs,
undated
Friends of the Summer Musical,
1990-1997
Founded in 1987, The Friends of the Summer Musical (later known as Zilker Theatre Productions) has been instrumental in preserving the Zilker Summer Musical, which began as a project of Austin's Parks and Recreation Department in 1959. Includes programs of productions by The Friends of the Summer Musical.
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Programs,
1990-1997
Frontera Productions/Frontera @ Hyde Park Theatre,
1992-2000, undated
Frontera was founded in 1992 by Vicky Boone, Annie Suite, and Jason Philips for the purpose of producing bold new works by America's most fearless and articulate playwrights. In 1994, Frontera Productions officially joined with Hyde Park Theatre to create Frontera @ Hyde Park. In 2001, Vicky Boone resigned as artistic director and Ken Webster took on the role, and the name of the theatre was changed to Hyde Park Theatre. Includes posters and programs for performances by Frontera Productions/Frontera @ Hyde Park Theatre. See also Hyde Park Showplace and Hyde Park Theatre. FronteraFest materials are a separate collection--AR.2012.016, FronteraFest Records.
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1996, undated
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Programs,
1992-2000
14
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Programs,
undated
Fusion Theatre,
undated
Program for a performance by Fusion Theatre of Craig Lucas's "Reckless."
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Programs,
undated
Gale Theatre Company,
undated
Includes marketing materials and a program for a production of "Salome".
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Programs,
undated
Gallery Theatre Players,
1984-1985
Programs and fliers for performances by the Gallery Theatre Players.
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Programs,
1984-1985
Garbou Productions,
undated
Program for a performance by Garbou Productions of "Space Trek: Lost on Gilligan's Island."
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Programs,
undated
Gaslight Theatre,
1974-1981, undated
The Gaslight Theatre was founded in 1974 by Dexter Bullard. The theatre produced its own shows, as well as providing a space for all the performing arts in Austin. Includes newspaper clippings, marketing and publicity materials, and programs
for performances by the Gaslight Theatre.
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Clippings,
1974-1981, undated
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Marketing and publicity,
1980-1981, undated
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undated
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Programs,
1978-1981, undated
Genesius Players,
1977-1981, undated
The Genesius Players was founded in 1975 to present quality theatre productions, and it strived to make theatre a profession in Austin. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Genesius Players.
15
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Programs,
1977-1981, undated
Getalong Gang Performance Group,
undated
The Getalong Gang Performance Group places itself "directly between the armies of The Theater and The Dance, getting riddled with friendly artistic fire from both sides." Program for a performance by the Getalong Gang Performance Group of
"Dolly Would."
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Programs,
undated
Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Austin,
1977-2013, undated
The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Austin (formally known as Austin Gilbert and Sullivan Society) began with an informal meeting at the Creek Theatre in 1976. The group decided to create a local society, and since then, it has staged a Gilbert and Sullivan performance almost every year. Includes posters and programs for performances by the Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Austin.
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undated
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Marketing and publicity,
1982-2006, undated
15
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Programs,
1977-1989
15
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Programs,
1990-2013, undated
Green Room Players,
undated
Program for a performance by the Green Room Players of Moises Kaufman's "The Laramie Project."
15
8
Programs,
undated
Gryphon Productions,
undated
Program for a performance by Gryphon Productions of Sam Shepard's "Cowboy Mouth."
15
9
Programs,
undated
Hancock Opera House,
1896-1934, undated
The Hancock Opera House, which was located at 120 W. Sixth Street, was completed in 1896. For more than thirty years, it was the hub of cultural entertainment in central Texas, presenting operas, concerts, dance, theatre, vaudeville, and variety shows. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Hancock Opera House, including Sarah Bernhardt in "La Tosca."
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Programs,
1896-1907
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Programs,
1905-1909
15
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Programs,
1910-1919
15
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Programs,
1921-1934
15
13
Programs,
undated
Hancock Theatre,
undated
Poster promoting a performance at the Hancock Theatre.
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undated
Harley Sadler's Own Company,
undated
Harley Sadler's Own Company, a traveling stock-theatre company, came to Austin for one month under the auspices of The Ben Hur Shrine Band. Includes a program promoting performances by Harley Sadler's Own Company.
15
14
Programs,
undated
Head's Tart,
undated
Program for a performance by Head's Tart of Wayne Alan Brenner's
"Waiting on Godot or: Working the Butt/Lip Ratio."
15
15
Programs,
undated
The Hidden Room,
2017, undated
The Hidden Room primarily produces plays by William Shakespeare, attempting to closely approximate the historical dress, accent, and production style of the late 16th Century. Includes programs for productions by The Hidden Room.
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Programs,
2017, undated
The Hideout,
2006, undated
Performance space in downtown Austin. Includes a poster and programs for performances by The Hideout.
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2006
15
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Programs,
undated
Huston-Tillotson College,
1952-1969, undated
Includes dance, theatre, and music programs for performances at Huston-Tillotson College.
15
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Programs,
1952-1969, undated
Hyde Park Showplace,
1984-1985, undated
The Hyde Park Showplace was established in 1983 by Linalice Carey to encourage the presentation of cultural entertainment to the community and to provide a location and facility in which community performing groups could present their programs. The theatre showcased children's theatre and Carey's own group, the Bijuberti Players. Includes meeting minutes, posters, and programs for performances at Hyde Park Showplace. See also Hyde Park Theatre.
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Administrative,
1985
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undated
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undated
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Programs,
1984, undated
Hyde Park Theatre,
1985-2016, undated
Formerly known as the Hyde Park Showplace. In 1986, Ken Johnson took over the lease from Linalice Carey and began producing his own plays and renting the space to other theatre companies (in the late 1980s, he briefly renamed the theatre Musical Stage!). In 1991, Johnson announced he wanted to sell his lease on the Hyde Park Theatre in order to focus on writing, and it was purchased by Eva Paloheimo. Paloheimo planned to lease the theatre to independent producers and offer a mix of plays, dance, and performance art. In 1995, Frontera Productions and Hyde Park Theatre officially joined to create Frontera @ Hyde Park Theatre. In 2001, Vicky Boone (founder of Frontera Productions) resigned as artistic director, Ken Webster took on that role, and the name was returned to Hyde Park Theatre. Includes marketing and publicity materials, newspaper clippings, posters, and programs for performances at Hyde Park Theatre. See also Hyde Park Showplace, Frontera Productions/Frontera @ Hyde Park Theatre and Musical Stage!. FronteraFest materials are a separate collection--AR.2012.016, FronteraFest Records.
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Marketing and publicity,
1989-2003, undated
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undated
16
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Programs,
1987-1998, undated
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Programs,
2001-2016, undated
Iconoclast,
undated
Program for a performance by Iconoclast of "The Council of Love."
16
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Programs,
undated
Indigo Jones Productions,
undated
Program for a performance by Indigo Jones Productions of
"Blood: Shock: Boogie."
16
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Programs,
undated
Inversion Repertory Company,
1992
The Inversion Repertory Company was a non-profit theater group dedicated to producing both works relating to gay and lesbian concerns and the works of gay and lesbian authors. Includes a program for a performance by Inversion Repertory Company of "Stand By Your Beds, Boys."
16
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Programs,
1992
Invisible, Inc.,
undated
Programs and fliers for a dance performance by Dee McCandless.
16
9
Programs,
undated
iron belly muses,
2002
Iron Belly Muses was a theatre company dedicated to developing and producing works by and about women and women's issues. Program for a performance by iron belly muses of Sharon Sparlin's "Curieosity."
16
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Programs,
2002
Icthus Coffee House,
undated
Programs and fliers for performances at Icthus Coffee House.
16
11
Programs,
undated
J. MAR Productions,
undated
Program for a performance by J. MAR Productions of Harvey Fierstein's
"Safe Sex."
16
12
Programs,
undated
Jalapeño Productions, Inc.,
circa 1985
Program for a performance by Jalapeño Productions, Inc., of "Jalapeño Sam as seen through the eyes of Frankie Dan."
16
13
Programs,
circa 1985
Jarott Productions,
2018, undated
Founded in 2015, Jarott Productions produces contemporary plays written in a traditional form. Includes programs for producitons by Jarott Productions.
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Programs,
2018, undated
John Henry Faulk Living Theatre,
1998
The John Henry Faulk Living Theatre was created in tribute to the achievements and ideals of John Henry, and it served the entire community through performances, workshops, theatre classes, and community meetings. Includes a program for a performance of "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)."
16
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Programs,
1998
Junior Civic Theatre of Austin,
1950, undated
Newspaper clippings regarding performances by the Junior Civic Theatre of Austin, the young people's division of the Austin Civic Theatre.
16
15
Clippings,
1950, undated
Junior League of Austin,
1947, undated
Programs for a ballet performance and Xavier Cugat presented by the Junior League of Austin.
16
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Programs,
1947, undated
Kadigan and Mountweazel,
undated
Poster for a performance presented by Kadigan and Mountweazel of Chekov's "Uncle Vanya."
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undated
Kairos! Co.,
1999, undated
In 1991, the members of Kairos! Co. met while studying theatre at Southwest Texas University. They formed Kairos! Co. in order to perform intelligent and playful satire. Includes programs for performances by Kairos! Co.
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Programs,
1999, undated
Ken Johnson Productions,
1983-1990, undated
Ken Johnson is a playwright, director, and producer who has been associated with Austin Civic Theatre, Center Stage, and Hyde Park Theatre, and he has also produced his own works. Includes marketing and publicity materials and programs for performances by Ken Johnson Productions.
16
18
Marketing and publicity,
1985-1988, undated
16
19
Programs,
1983-1990, undated
kidsActing Studio,
2016-2017, undated
Includes programs for performances. See also DeDe's kidsActing.
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Programs,
2016-2017, undated
Kinesis,
undated
Program for a performance by Kinesis.
16
20
Programs,
undated
La Follia Austin Baroque,
2000-2019
La Follia, which was formed in the late 1980s, focuses on music of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Includes programs for performances by La Follia Austin Baroque, as well as materials promoting seasonal programming.
16
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Programs,
2000-2019
16
28
Marketing and publicity,
2013-2015, undated
Last Act Theatre Company,
2013, undated
Last Act Theatre is an Austin based theatre established in 2008. Includes programs for productions by Last Act Theatre.
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12
Programs,
2013, undated
Liberty Lunch,
undated
Liberty Lunch was primarily a live-music venue from the 1970s through 1999. Includes a program for a performance by Liberty Lunch of the musical "The Me Nobody Knows."
16
22
Programs,
undated
Little Ricky Productions,
undated
Program for a performance by Little Ricky Productions and Fado Irish Pub of J.M. Synge's "The Well of the Saints."
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23
Programs,
undated
Live Oak Theatre,
1981-1998, undated
Live Oak Productions was founded in the early 1980s by Mac Williams, Jeannette Brown, and Roger Smith. When Live Oak secured its own performance space in 1986 the name changed to Live Oak Theatre. In 1999, Live Oak Theatre purchased the historic State Theatre, and the company changed its name to The State Theatre Company. Includes administrative records, correspondence, marketing and publicity materials, and seasons schedules for Live Oak Theatre. See also State Theatre.
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Administrative,
1982-1984, undated
16
25
Correspondence,
1981-1998
16
26
Marketing and publicity,
1982-1998, undated
17
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Programs,
1983-1989
17
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Programs,
1990-1999
17
4
Programs,
undated
17
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Season schedules,
1983-1998, undated
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1996, undated
Loaded Gun Theory,
2003-2010, undated
In 1998, Loaded Gun Theory was founded as a theatre production company in order to produce new and never-before-seen pieces that comment on politics and society. Includes programs for performances by Loaded Gun Theory.
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Programs,
2003-2010, undated
Long Center for the Performing Arts,
2002-2014, undated
The Long Center for Performing Arts opened in 2008 as a community-arts performance venue. Includes marketing and publicity materials and season schedules for performances at the Long Center.
17
7
Marketing and publicity,
2004-2011, undated
17
8
Season schedules,
2002-2014
17
13
Programs,
2009-2010
Lost Armadillo Productions,
1990-1991, undated
Programs for performances by Lost Armadillo Productions.
17
9
Programs,
1990-1991, undated
Magnolia Theatre Company,
2001
Program for a performance by the Magnolia Theatre Company of
"Weather, Deaths & Editorials."
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2001
Mainline Theatre,
undated
Mainline Theatre Project was founded in 2002 by a group of St. Edward's University alumni. Includes a program for a performance by the Mainline Theatre
of "Three Days of Rain."
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undated
Majestic Theatre,
undated
When the Majestic Theatre opened on October 11, 1915, the "Austin Statesman" reported that "there were exclamations of astonishment from all sides as the crowds filed down the long sloping aisles" and admired the pillar-free seating area designed by well-known theatre designer John Eberson. Though best known for vaudeville and variety shows, the Majestic Theatre exhibited all types of entertainment, including the Austin Symphony Orchestra. Includes programs for performances at the Majestic Theatre.
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Programs,
1916, undated
Mary Moody Northen Theatre/St. Edward's University,
1968-2016
Newspaper clippings, marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances at the Mary Moody Northen Theatre on the campus of St. Edward's University, as well as performances from the late 1960s by the Department of Fine and Performing Arts, before the theatre was built.
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Clippings,
1968-1996, undated
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Marketing and publicity,
1970-1978, undated
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Clippings,
1968-2000, undated
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1960s
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1970s
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1980s
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1990s
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2000-2016
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Photographs of performances,
1982, undated
Performances include: "Camelot", "The Wall Between", "The Dark at the Top of the Stairs", "Equus", "Tartuffe", "The Good Doctor". Corresponding black and white negatives are housed in the Outer Vault, B'W Negatives drawer.
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Photographs of actors and actresses (portraits),
circa 1980s
Corresponding black and white negatives are housed in the Outer Vault, B'W Negatives drawer.
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Photographs of the facility,
1982-1983
Meeting Moon Arts, Inc.,
undated
Program for a performance by Meeting Moon Arts, Inc.,
of Feydeau's "A Fitting Confusion."
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Programs,
undated
Megathump Productions,
undated
Includes a program for a production of "Sonny's Last Shot" by Lawrence Wright.
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Programs,
undated
Melodrama Theatre,
1979, undated
Programs for performances by the Melodrama Theatre.
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Programs,
1979, undated
Michael Sokoloff Dance Ensemble,
1975-1976, undated
The Michael Sokoloff Dance Ensemble was founded in 1975 as a small modern-dance company. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Michael Sokoloff Dance
Ensemble.
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Programs,
1975-1976, undated
Millett's Opera House,
1883-1898, undated
Millett's Opera House was designed by leading architect Frederick E. Ruffini and built by Captain Charles F. Millett in 1878. When completed, it was second in size and grandeur only to the Galveston Opera House. Includes assorted materials, posters, and programs for performances at Millett's Opera House, including Edwin Booth's 1888 performances in Othello and Julius Caesar.
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1886-1898, undated
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1883-1890
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1890-1896
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Programs,
undated
Movements Gallery,
1999
Program for a performance at the Movements Gallery of modern dance.
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Programs,
1999
Moving Voices,
2002, undated
Moving Voices, a multigenerational modern-dance ensemble, was established in 1999 by Cari Kerkoff and Cynthia Allison. Includes programs and fliers for performances presented by Moving Voices.
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Programs,
2002, undated
Multi-media puppet production,
1980
Fliers for a performance of a multi-media puppet production, "Austin--that's our town!" by Linalice Carey.
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Programs,
1980
Municipal Auditorium/Austin Municipal Auditorium,
1959-1973, undated
After years of performing in a refurbished surplus B-52 hangar, Austin performing-arts organizations rejoiced at the opening of the Municipal Auditorium in 1959. In 1981, it was renamed the Palmer Auditorium. Includes programs, fliers, and a posters, including a poster for a 1962 performance at the Municipal Auditorium of "Around the World in 80 Days," starring Carol Burnett. See also Rod Kennedy Presents.
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1962
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1959-1973, undated
Music Week Association of Austin,
1924-1925
The Music Week Association of Austin was an organization created to organize the local celebration of National Music Week. Includes programs for Austin's Fourth Annual Music Week and Fifth Annual Music Week.
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Programs,
1924-1925
Musical Stage!,
undated
In the late 1980s, Ken Johnson briefly renamed Hyde Park Theatre as Musical Stage!. Includes a program for a performance at the Musical Stage! of "Little Mary Sunshine."
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Programs,
undated
Naughty Austin Productions,
2002, undated
In 1996m Blake Yelavich formed Naughty Austin, choosing the name as a twist on Manhattan's "Forbidden Broadway." The company built a reputation for out-of-the-mainstream productions. Yelavich also founded the now-closed Arts on Real to be the permanent home for Naughty Austin. Includes programs for performances by Naughty Austin Productions. See also Arts On Real.
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Programs,
2002, undated
Nerve Dance Company,
1995
The margery segal/NERVE DANCE CO. was founded in the early 1990s with a mission to create performances that combine popular culture and the classics. Program for a performance by the Nerve Dance Company.
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Programs,
1995
New Music Co-op,
2011-2015
New Music Co-op, a grass roots community organization formed in 2001, is a community of composers and performers dedicated to promoting awareness and understanding of new music.
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Programs,
2011-2015
The New Texas Festival,
1994
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Programs,
1994
New Texas Music Works,
2001-2002
Program for a performance by New Texas Music Works.
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Programs,
2001-2002
North by Northwest Theatre Company,
undated
North by Northwest Theatre Company is an independent theatre formed in 2006 to provide theatre experiences to North Austin and the surrounding areas. Includes a program for a production of "The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later".
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Programs,
undated
Nushank Theater Collective,
circa 2002
The Nushank Theater Collective was formed in 1997 with the mission to provide artistic outlets and opportunities in the arts for artists of color--specifically, artists of Mexican descent. Includes a program for a performance presented by the Nushank Theater Collective of "Blade to the Heat."
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Programs,
circa 2002
Old Bastrop Opera House,
undated
The Bastrop Opera House, which was built in 1889, was the center for the county's cultural events. The building has changed names and purposes through the years, but in 1984, the tradition of performing-arts programming returned. Includes programs for performances at the Old Bastrop Opera House.
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undated
Onstage Theatre Company,
1996-2005, undated
In 1996, Michael Stuart launched Onstage Theatre Co. as a showcase for vintage comedies and dramas. Includes programs for performances by the Onstage Theatre Company.
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Programs,
1997-2005, undated
Oracle Theatre Company,
2006
Program for a performance by the Oracle Theatre Company of
"It Runs in the Family."
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Programs,
2006
Original Theatre Company,
circa 1990s
The Original Theatre Company was created to produce the script "Shakespeare: For All Times," which was originally produced at the University of Texas Department of Theatre and Dance. Includes the program for a performance of "Shakespeare: For All Times."
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Programs,
circa 1990s
Out of Bounds Comedy Festival,
undated
Program for the 17th Annual Out of Bounds Comedy Festival.
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Programs,
undated
The Palace Theatre,
2010
The Palace Theatre, which was founded in 1925 as a silent film theatre before converting to accommodate movies with sound. Includes a program for a performance by the Georgetown Palace Theatre Productions of "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels."
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Programs,
u2010
Palindrome Theatre,
2010
Palindrome Theatre was a 3 year long project produced in Austin between 2009 and 2012. Includes programs for productions by Palindrome Theatre.
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Programs,
2010
Panic Productions,
undated
Panic Productions, which was founded in 1993 by Shoshana Gold and John Walsh, was dedicated to producing works by new and established playwrights. Includes a program for a performance by Panic Productions of "3am."
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Programs,
undated
Paper Chairs,
undated
Paper Chairs is a theatre collective founded in Austin in 2010. Includes a program for a production of "The Suicide".
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Programs,
undated
Paradox Players,
2005-2016
Paradox Players, a non-profit community theatre, was founded in 1999 by Ann Edwards and Paullette MacDougal under the name "mUUses." Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Paradox Players.
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Programs,
2005-2016
Paramount Theatre for the Performing Arts,
1978-1995
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Programs,
1978-1995
Pause Productions,
1999
Program for a performance by Pause Productions of Harold Pinter's "The Homecoming."
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Programs,
1999
Pendulum Productions,
undated
Program for a performance by Pendulum Productions of "Francis."
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Programs,
undated
Penfold Theatre Company,
2012-2018
Penfold Theatre Company was founded in 2007 by Ryan Crowder, Nathan Jerkins, and Sean Martin. It is a non-profit organization that offers both professional performances and educational programs. Includes programs for performances by Penfold Theatre Company.
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2012-2018
Peregrine Theatre,
1977, undated
Peregrine Theatre was founded with the purpose of creating public-access theatre open to those who never had before had the opportunity to express themselves through performance or to experience theatre. Includes programs and fliers for performances at the Peregrine Theatre.
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Programs,
1977, undated
Performance Encounters,
2008
Performance Encounters was established in 2006 as a multi-disciplinary performance company committed to creative initiative, spiritual growth, and social action. Includes program for a performance presented by Performance Encounters and the Mexican American Cultural Center.
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Programs,
2008
Performing Players of Austin,
1982-1983, undated
Performing Players of Austin staged its first play in 1982. Includes programs and a poster for performances by the Performing Players of Austin.
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Programs,
1982-1983, undated
Phoenix Dance Theater,
undated
Program for a performance by the Phoenix Dance Theater at the Capitol City Playhouse.
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Programs,
undated
Physical Plant,
1995-2004
Physical Plant, which was founded in 1994 and works to reach a diverse audience, is dedicated to the proposition that theatre must be free or inexpensive to attend and accessible to all. Includes programs for performances by Physical Plant.
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Programs,
1995-2004
Planet Theatre,
1994-1998, undated
Planet Theatre is the home stage for VORTEX theatre, as well as a rentable venue for other local and national theatre companies, musicians, dancers, and performance artists. Includes programs for performances other than VORTEX Repertory Company productions that were presented at the Planet Theatre. See also Vortex Repertory Company.
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Programs,
1994-1998, undated
Play! Theatre Group,
2005
Play! Theatre Group, which was formed to produce "mainstream with a slight edge" shows, staged its first production in 2005. Includes programs for performances by the Play! Theatre Group.
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Programs,
2005
Pollyanna Theatre Company,
2002
The Pollyanna Theatre Company staged its first production, "Edward, the Owl and the Calico Cat," in 2002. The mission of the organization is to commission and produce original theatre for young audiences. Includes a program for a performance by the Pollyanna Theatre Company of "A Christmas Rose."
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Programs,
2002
Present Company Theater,
undated
Present Company was created by Lindsay Doleshal and Stephanie Carll as an accessible, inclusive theatre that is actively involved in education, community outreach, and fostering up-and-coming talent.
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Marketing and publicity,
undated
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Programs,
undated
ProArts Collective,
2002-2008, undated
ProArts Collective, Austin's African-American, multi-disciplinary arts organization, has the mission to be an incubator for artistic expression that represents the African Diaspora. Includes marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances by ProArts Collective.
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Marketing and publicity,
2005, undated
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2003-2006, undated
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Programs,
2002-2008, undated
Public Domain Theatre Company,
1993-2001, undated
In 1993, the Public Domain Theatre Company was founded to provide audiences with innovative looks at popular plays, as well as offering new playwrights an opportunity for production. The company ceased operations in 2001. Includes marketing and publicity materials, a poster, and programs for performances by The Public Domain Theatre Company.
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Marketing and publicity,
1996-2001, undated
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Programs,
1993-1999, undated
Puerto Rican Folkloric Dance and Cultural Center,
2004-2009
The Puerto Rican Folkloric Dance and Cultural Center was founded 1997 to offer performance and educational programs in Puerto Rican traditional dance, music, and culture. Includes a program for a performance by Puerto Rican Folkloric Dance.
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Programs,
2004-2009
A Rag & Boneshop Production,
1990
Program for a performance by A Rag & Boneshop
Production of "Vinegar Tom."
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Programs,
1990
R & R Productions,
undated
Program for a performance by R & R Productions of "Psycho Beach
Party."
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Programs,
undated
Rare Creations,
1997, undated
Rare Creations was a University of Texas student theater company. Includes programs for performances by Rare Creations.
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Programs,
1997, undated
Reader's Theatre (Dougherty Cultural Arts Center),
1982-1983, undated
Reader's Theatre was a project of the Austin Circle of Theatres, with assistance from the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD). Includes programs for performances by the Reader's Theatre.
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Programs,
1982-1983, undated
Refraction Arts Project,
1999-2008, undated
Refraction Arts Project was founded in 1996 to create contemporary works of art across a variety of media, including film, theatre, art, and music. Includes posters and programs for performances by the Refraction Arts Project, including a Fusebox 2008 program.
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Programs,
1999-2008, undated
Remembrance Through the Performing Arts,
undated
Remembrance Through the Performing Arts developed and showcased new plays. Includes a flyer for a performance by Remembrance Through the Performing Arts of "The Woolgatherer."
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Programs,
undated
Renaissance Austin Theatre,
2002, 2005
Renaissance Austin Theatre Company was founded by Lorella Loftus in the early 2000s in order to produce quality small productions. Includes programs for performances by the Renaissance Austin Theatre.
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2002, 2005
Rod Kennedy Presents,
1971-1989, undated
Rod Kennedy began his business of bringing Austin diverse entertainment in the early 1970s. Includes marketing and publicity materials and programs for performances presented by Rod Kennedy Presents.
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Marketing and publicity,
undated
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Programs,
1971-1989, undated
Royal Pretenders,
undated
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Programs,
undated
Round About Players,
undated
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Programs,
undated
Roy Lozano's Ballet Folklorico de Texas,
1994-2003
In 1982, Roy Lozano founded Roy Lozano's Ballet Folklorico de Texas (RLBFT) in order to promote and encourage the knowledge, appreciation, practice, and performance of Mexican Regional Folk Ballet. Includes programs for performances by Roy Lozano's Ballet Folklorico de Texas. See also AR.2010.013, Roy Lozano's Ballet Folklórico de Texas Records.
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Programs,
1994-2003
Rubber Repertory,
2006
Rubber Repertory was founded by Josh Meyer and Matt Hislope in the early 2000s in order to produce daring and innovative theatre. Includes a program for a performance by Rubber Repertory of "Red Cans."
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Programs,
2006
Rude Mechanicals,
1997-2013, undated
Rude Mechanicals, a theatre collective, was founded in 1995 to produce "original theatrical productions that represent a genre-defying cocktail of big ideas, cheap laughs, and dizzying spectacle." In addition to producing its own plays, Rude Mechanicals manages the Off-Center theatre, which it rents as a performance space. Includes marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances by Rude Mechanicals.
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2005-2006
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Marketing and publicity,
2000-2008, undated
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Programs,
1997-2013, undated
Runamuck Theatre,
1996, undated
Programs and fliers for performances by the Runamuck Theatre.
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Programs,
1996, undated
Safe Sex Players,
circa 1984-1985
The Safe Sex Players was founded in the 1980s to promote awareness of gay culture and public issues of concern to the gay community. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Safe Sex Players.
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Programs,
circa 1984-1985
Sally Jacques Productions,
1991-2003, undated
Sally Jacques creates site-specific aerial dance works that speak to social, political, and spiritual dilemmas. Includes marketing and publicity materials for performances by Sally Jacques Productions. See also Blue Lapis Light.
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Marketing and publicity,
1991-2003, undated
Salon Concerts, Inc.,
2013
Salon Concerts was founded by violinist Robert Rudie in 1990 to foster appreciation and enjoyment of classical chamber music through education and performance.
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Marketing and publicity,
2013
Salvage Vanguard Theatre,
1995-2013, undated
Salvage Vanguard Theatre (SVT), which was founded in 1994, is a hub for Austin artists, audiences, and arts organizations. Its goal is to create and present transformative, high-quality artistic experiences that foster experimentation and conversation. Includes marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances by the Salvage Vanguard Theatre.
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Marketing and publicity,
1995-2004, undated
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Programs,
1996-2013, undated
Sam Bass Community Theatre (SBCT),
1989-2016, undated
Sam Bass Community Theatre is located in Round Rock, TX. Includes programs for performances at the Sam Bass Community Theatre.
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Programs,
1989-2016, undated
Santa Rita Restaurant Dinner Theatre,
undated
Program for a performance at the Santa Rita Restaurant Dinner Theatre
of "The Fantasticks."
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Programs,
undated
Sarah Brumgart,
1983-2004, undated
Posters and a program for dance performances by Sarah Brumgart.
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1983-2004, undated
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Programs,
1984
Sawed Off Productions,
undated
Program for a performance by Sawed Off Productions of "Native Speech."
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Programs,
undated
A School of Night Production,
undated
Advertisement for a performance by A School of Night Production of
"One Flea Spare."
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Marketing and publicity,
undated
Scriptworks,
2015
Founded in 1997 under the name Austin Script Works, Scriptworks is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation that promotes both playwright-driven service as well as theatrical production. Includes programs for shows put on by Scriptworks.
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2015
Second Stone Theatre,
undated
Originally called First Stone Theatre, Second Stone Theatre was a multimedia theatre company that was founded in 1993 and traced its roots to the Austin theatre group Ground Zero Theatre. Second Stone Theatre was formed to continue the social-political theatre format in Austin. Includes a program for performances by Second Stone Theatre of Sam Shepard's "True West" and David Mamet's "Speed the Plow." See also First Stone Theatre.
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undated
Second Youth Family Theatre,
1991-2005, undated
Founded in 1991, Second Youth Family Theatre is a non-profit corporation that features theatre productions for everyone in the family, as well as arts-education programs for the residents of Austin and surrounding communities. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Second Youth Family Theatre.
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Programs,
1991-2005, undated
Shadowland Players,
1989-1991, undated
Shadowland Players was formed in the late 1980s to seek out and bring to light intriguing plays that have been hiding in the shadows for years. Includes programs for performances by the Shadowland Players.
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Programs,
1989-1991, undated
Shakespeare at Winedale,
1995-1998
Shakespeare at Winedale is a University of Texas program of the Department of English that is dedicated to bringing Shakespeare to life through performance. Includes programs for performances by Shakespeare at Winedale.
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1995-1998
Sharir Dance Company/Sharir + Bustamente,
1985-2003, undated
Sharir Dance Company, which was founded by Yacov Sharir in 1982, pursues a mission of producing, presenting, promoting, and educating the public about new dance, art, and music. Includes marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances by the Sharir Dance Company and Sharir + Bustamente.
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Marketing and publicity,
1985-2003, undated
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1985-1991
Shirk Worker's Onion,
circa late 1990s
Shirk Worker's Onion worked to create new audiences for local theater by producing meaningful and entertaining works in casual environments. Includes a program for a performance by Shirk Worker's Onion of Samuel Beckett's "Waiting for Godot."
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Programs,
circa late 1990s
Shrewd Productions,
circa 2007
Shrewd Productions is committed to creating theatre that is focused on women's voices, new plays, and work developed through a collaborative artistic approach. Program for a performance by Shrewd Productions of "Trash Anthems."
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Programs,
circa 2007
Silver Thistle Pipes & Drums,
1997
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Programs,
1997
Small Potatoes Theatrical Company,
1984, undated
Small Potatoes Theatrical Company, now Different Stages, was founded in 1980 as a community-theatre company. The name was changed to Different Stages in 1984. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Small Potatoes Theatrical Company. See also different Stages.
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Programs,
1984, undated
Sol-Fly,
undated
Program for a performance by Sol-Fly of Robert Anton Wilson's "Wilhelm Reich in Hell."
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Programs,
undated
Soubrette Productions,
2014
Soubrette Productions was founded in 2011 and is a non-profit theater that aims to produce quality performances that are affordable for the masses. Includes a program for a performance by Soubrette Productions of "Assassins."
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Programs,
2014
Southwest Theatre Productions,
undated
Includes programs for productions by Southwest Theatre Productions.
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Programs,
undated
Southwestern Regional Ballet Festival,
1963-1968, undated
The Southwestern Regional Ballet Festival Association, Inc., was formed in 1963 for the promotion, maintenance, and support of the art of ballet. Includes programs for performances by the Southwestern Regional Ballet Festival.
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Programs,
1963-1968, undated
Spectrum Deaf Theatre/Spectrum: Focus on Deaf Artists
,
2015, undated
Spectrum: Focus on Deaf Artists was started in 1975 as a national organization with the Spectrum Arts Center, which is based in Austin, Texas. Two years later, recognizing the need for cultural entertainment in the deaf community of Austin, the staff at Spectrum Arts Center decided to develop a community theatre. Includes a poster and programs for performances by the Spectrum Deaf Theatre/Spectrum: Focus on Deaf Artists.
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undated
Spectrum Theatre Company,
undated
Spectrum Theatre Company was founded in 2013 to promote African-American theatre in Austin. Includes a program for a production of "Skeleton Crew" by Spectrum Theatre Company.
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Programs,
undated
The Spring Valley Eurythmy Group,
undated
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Programs,
undated
Stage, etc., Productions,
circa 1968
K. Orville Johnson was the director and designer of Stage, etc., Productions, which was founded in 1968. Includes a program for a performance by Stage, etc., Productions of "Gypsy."
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Programs,
circa 1968
Starving Artists' Theatre, Inc.,
1998
Starving Artists' Theatre, Inc., was founded by Chad Dunn in 1998 as an organization that would provide professional-level theatre to benefit Austin charities. Includes a program for a performance by Starving Artists' Theatre, Inc., of Neil Simon's "Rumors."
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Programs,
1998
State Theater/State Theatre,
1985-2005, undated
Posters, programs, and fliers for performances at the State Theater/State Theatre not produced by the State Theatre Company.
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Programs,
1985-2005, undated
State Theater Company/State Theatre Company,
1998-2006, undated
Live Oak Productions was founded in the early 1980s by Mac Williams, Jeannette Brown, and Roger Smith. When Live Oak secured its own performance space in 1986, the name changed to Live Oak Theatre. In 1999, Live Oak Theatre purchased the historic State Theatre, and the company changed its name to The State Theatre Company. Includes marketing and publicity materials, programs, and season schedules for performances by the State Theater Company/State Theatre Company.
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Marketing and publicity,
1998-2001, undated
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Programs,
1999
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Programs,
2000-2006
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Season schedules,
2000-2004
Street Corner Arts Core,
undated
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Programs,
undated
Subterranean Theatre Company,
1994-2001, undated
The Subterranean Theatre Company was formed in 1988 with a commitment to bringing thought-provoking, entertaining works to Austin audiences. When Ken Webster, artistic director at Subterranean Theatre, took over the Hyde Park Theatre venue, he changed the name of his company to Hyde Park Theatre. Includes programs for performances by the Subterranean Theatre Company.
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Programs,
1994-2001, undated
Summer Youth Theatre,
1999-2005
Summer Youth Theatre was founded in 1991 by VORTEX Artistic Director Bonnie Cullum to offer a free opportunity for teenagers in Central Texas to train and rehearse with adult guest artists in order to produce and perform a play. Programs for performances by the Summer Youth Theatre.
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Programs,
1999-2005
Synergy Studio,
1995-1996
Programs for performances at Synergy Studio by choreographers Bryan Green and Stephen Brown.
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Programs,
1995-1996
Tapestry Dance Company,
undated
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Programs,
undated
Teatro Humanidad,
1998-2000s, undated
TEATRO Humanidad's focus is to nurture new and emerging Latino playwrights, technicians and theatre artists, including special efforts focused on "at-risk" youth. In 1997, TEATRO Humanidad founded the Latino Comedy Project to showcase and develop Latino comedy writers, directors, and performers. Includes marketing and publicity materials and programs for performances by Teatro Humanidad, including the Latino Comedy Project.
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Marketing and publicity,
1998-2000, undated
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Programs,
1990s
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Programs,
2000s
Teatro Libertad,
1994
Teatro Libertad was founded in 1994 by Tomas and Abel Salas, who were inspired by the Movimiento-based theater troupes that rose out of the turbulent struggle for cultural affirmation among politically active Chicanos. Includes a program for "Man of the Flesh."
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1994
Teatro Vivo,
2001-2015
Teatro Vivo was founded in 2000 to produce and promote Latino-based theatre, providing a window into the Latino community to make theatre accessible to all audiences, especially those underserved in the arts. As a bilingual theater company, Teatro Vivo strives to address critical social issues. Includes posters, programs and fliers for performances by Teatro Vivo.
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2005-2007
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2001-2008
Texas Choral Consort,
2004-2005
First known as the Texas Chamber Consort, TCC was founded in 1997 to provide singers with quality auditioned and non-auditioned choral-performance opportunities. The name was changed to the Texas Choral Consort in 2002. Includes programs for performances by the Texas Choral Consort.
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2004-2005
Texas Early Music Project,
2000-2013, undated
Founded in 1987 by Daniel Johnson, the Texas Early Music Project is dedicated to preserving and advancing the art of Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and early Classical music through performance, recordings, and educational outreach. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Texas Early Music Project.
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9
Programs,
2000-2013, undated
Texas Educational Theatre Association,
1976, undated
The Texas Educational Theatre Association, which was founded in 1951 in Austin, was created to promote and expand educational theatre in Texas. TETA has been instrumental in vigorously promoting the development of high-quality theatre programs in Texas colleges and universities. Includes a program for a performance by the Texas Educational Theatre Association and a copy of "Texas Theatre Notes."
23
10
Programs,
1976, undated
Texas National Dance Theatre,
1987-1988, undated
Texas National Dance Theatre was founded in 1985 by a group of professional dancers in Austin with the goal of providing Texas dancers and choreographers with a forum for their creativity. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Texas National Dance Theatre.
23
11
Programs,
1987-1988, undated
Texas Non-Profit Theatres, Inc.,
1977-1981, undated
Texas Nonprofit Theatres is a statewide service organization for all nonprofit theatres in Texas to provide advocacy for the needs of theatres in Texas. Includes administrative records for Texas Non-Profit Theatres, Inc.
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12
Administrative,
1977-1981, undated
Texas State Temporary Capitol,
1906
Program for The Sarah Bernhardt Tent Production of "Camille." The cover of the program states, "On the Site of the Temporary Capitol" and "For the Benefit of the Austin Auditorium."
33
8
Program,
1906
Theatre Austin,
undated
Theatre Austin was founded by Cassandra Knoblock. Includes a program for a performance by Theatre Austin of "Twister."
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13
Programs,
undated
Theatre Collective,
1986-1989, undated
Theatre Collective was a student group founded in 1986 by Paul Garlinghouse, Nina Otazo, and Debbie Blincher. Includes programs and fliers for performances by the Theatre Collective.
23
14
Programs,
1986-1989, undated
Theatre Eklektos,
undated
Programs for performances by Theatre Eklektos.
23
15
Programs,
undated
Theatre in the Rye,
1978-1980, undated
Programs and fliers for performances by Theatre in the Rye.
23
16
Programs,
1978-1980, undated
Theatre in the Woods,
undated
Program for a performance by Theatre in the Woods of Tennessee Williams's "The Glass Menagerie."
23
17
Programs,
undated
The Theaterless Theater Corps,
1998-2000
In the late 1990s, The Theaterless Theater Corps was formed by Josh Frank to perform culturally active and cinematically styled theatre. Includes programs for performances by The Theatreless Theatre Corps.
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18
Programs,
1998-2000
Theatre Unlimited/Theatre Unlimited Players,
1969-1974, undated
Theatre Unlimited opened in the early 1970s as an entertainment and dining spot (dinner theatre) by partners Linalice Carey and Nan Elkins. "Theatre Unlimited" was a newsletter that covered news of dramas and musicals all over Central Texas. The theatre closed in 1974. Includes administrative records, materials used for the "Callboard" periodical, newspaper clippings, correspondence, posters, and programs of performances by Theatre Unlimited. See also AR.2010.026, Linalice Carey Papers.
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19
Administrative,
1970, undated
24
1
"Callboard,"
1970-1971, undated
24
2
Clippings,
1970-1971, undated
24
3
Correspondence,
1969-1970
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undated
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4
Programs,
1970-1974, undated
Third Coast Jazz Fliers,
1990-1992
Fliers for performances by the Third Coast Jazz Flyers, a jazz dance company formed in the mid-1980s.
24
5
Programs,
1990-1992
Third Coast Players,
undated
Program for a performance by the Third Coast Players.
24
6
Programs,
undated
Third Corner Productions,
1996
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13
Programs,
1996
THW Squared Productions,
1991
THW Squared Productions was founded in 1988 to produce alternative theatre with original material. Includes a program for a performances at Ground Zero Theatre by THW2 Productions.
24
7
Programs,
1991
Tongue and Groove Theatre,
1997, undated
Founded in 1995 by David Yeakle, Ellen Reeder, Art Davis, and Cindy Davis, Tongue and Groove Theatre is dedicated to the seamless integration of the disciplines of mask, mime, music, dance, puppetry, and acting. Includes programs for performances by Tongue and Groove Theatre.
24
8
Programs,
1997, undated
Trans/Act Theatre,
1981, undated
Trans/Act Theatre opened in Austin in the early 1980s as a professional theatre with a paid staff. Includes programs and fliers for performances at the Trans/Act Theatre.
24
9
Programs,
1981, undated
Trinity Studios,
undated
Program for a performance at Trinity Studios of "Dobie."
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10
Programs,
undated
Trinity Street Players,
undated
36
20
Programs,
undated
Trouble Puppet Theater Company,
undated
Trouble Puppet Theater Company was founded in 2004 by Connor Hopkins and is a sponsored project of Salvage Vanguard Theatre. Includes a program for a performance by the Trouble Puppet Theater Company of "Toil and Trouble."
24
11
Programs,
undated
Troupe Texas,
1993-1994, undated
Troupe Texas was formed in the early 1990s by Mike Warner, Harley Erdman, and Skyler Hampton to educate and empower people through theatre that is socially responsive and culturally insightful. Includes programs for performances by Troupe Texas.
24
12
Programs,
1993-1994, undated
Tutto Theater Company,
2010-2013
Tutto Theatre Company was formed in 2001 to reexamine history from different cultural perspectives. Includes programs for performances by Tutto Theatre Company.
36
3
Programs,
2010-2013, undated
Two Beards Theatre Company.,
2013
Two Beards Theatre Company began running shows in 2013 and was founded by Andrew Robinson and Jacob Henry. Includes a program for a production by Two Beards Theatre Company of "Mr. Marmalade."
36
4
Programs,
2013
University of Texas,
1937-2019, undated
Includes programs, posters, and fliers for the University of Texas College of Fine Arts, Department of Drama, Department of Theatre and Dance, Department of Music, College of Liberal Arts, Cultural Entertainment Committee, Department of the Classics, Chamber Singers, Longhorn Singers, Longhorn Band-O-Rama, Performing Arts Center, Mask and Wig Players, Shoestring Theatre, Texas Union Repertory Theatre, University Cabaret Theatre, University Light Opera Company, UT Opera Theatre, and the Wesley Player performances. See also The Broccoli Project, Curtain Club, Rare Creations, Shakespeare at Winedale, and Weetzah Players.
24
13
Art-in-Performance--programs,
1992, undated
24
14
Arts Complex performances--programs,
1987-1988
24
15
University of Texas Chamber Singers--programs,
1982
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College of Fine Arts--oversize marketing and publicity,
2008
24
16
College of Fine Arts--Fine Arts Festival program,
1948
24
17
College of Fine Arts--productions in partial fulfillment of M.F.A.--programs,
1976-1979, undated
24
18
College of Fine Arts Summer Theatre Series--programs,
1982-1988, undated
24
19
College of Liberal Arts--programs,
2004
24
20
Cultural Entertainment Committee--programs,
1943-1983, undated
24
21
Department of the Classics--programs,
1997, undated
24
22
Department of Drama--Experimental Theatre--program,
1940
24
23
Department of Drama--programs,
1962-1969
24
24
College of Fine Arts--programs,
1986-1999
25
1
Department of Drama--programs,
1970-1979
25
2
Department of Drama--programs,
1980-1990
25
3
Department of Drama--dance-performance programs,
1966-1982, undated
25
4
Department of Germanic Languages--program,
undated
25
5
Department of Music--program for Dedication of Music Building and Fine Arts Festival ,
1942
25
6
Department of Music--guest artists--programs,
1939-1945, 2000
25
7
Department of Music--Junior Spring Project--programs,
1959-1979, undated
25
8
Department of Music--programs,
1958-2012, undated
25
9
Department of Speech Communications--programs,
1978-1983
25
10
Department of Theatre and Dance/Department of Drama--Laboratory Theatre--programs,
1960-1982
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Department of Theatre and Dance--oversize marketing and publicity,
undated
25
11
Department of Theatre and Dance--programs,
1990-1999
25
12
Department of Theatre and Dance--programs,
2002-2015
25
13
Glee Clubs--programs,
1906, 1908, 1941-1943, undated
25
14
Longhorn Band-O-Rama--programs,
1969-1984
25
15
Longhorn Singers--program,
2007
25
16
Mask and Wig Players--program,
1990
25
17
Department of Music--Butler Opera Center--programs,
2013, undated
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University of Texas Performing Arts Center--oversize marketing and publicity,
1992-2006, undated
26
1
University of Texas Performing Arts Center--programs,
1981-1989, undated
26
2
University of Texas Performing Arts Center--programs,
1991-1994
26
3
University of Texas Performing Arts Center--programs,
1995-1999
26
4
University of Texas Performing Arts Center--programs,
2000-2004
26
5
University of Texas Performing Arts Center--programs,
2004-2008
26
6
University of Texas Performing Arts Center--programs,
2010-2013
36
21
University of Texas Performing Arts Center--programs,
2014-2019
27
1
Shoestring Theatre--programs,
1982-1984
27
2
Texas Union Repertory Theatre--programs,
undated
27
3
Texas Union Theatre Company--programs,
1983-1984, undated
27
4
Theta Sigma Phi--programs,
1938-1941
33
7
University Auditorium--programs,
1905-1914
27
5
University Cabaret Theatre--programs,
1980
27
6
University Light Opera Company--programs,
1938-1943, undated
27
7
University of Texas Cowboys--programs,
1941
27
8
The University Opera Company--programs,
1943-1945
27
9
The University Players--program,
undated
27
10
University Theatre Guild--program,
undated
27
11
UT Opera Theatre--programs,
1967-1983
27
12
UT Opera Theatre--programs,
1990-1999
27
13
UT Opera Theatre--programs,
2000s, undated
27
14
The Wesley Players--program,
1937
27
15
Assorted programs,
1939-1993, undated
35
4
Assorted unidentified photographs,
undated
University United Methodist Church,
1991
38
14
Programs,
1991
The Utility Company,
1992, undated
The Utility Company was produced in association with VORTEX Repertory Company to provide Austin's theatre artists with additional opportunities for growth and the public with theatrical entertainment. Includes programs for performances by the Utility Company.
27
16
Programs,
1992, undated
The Vestige Group,
undated
36
22
Programs,
undated
Violet Crown Players,
1998
The Violet Crown Players utilized local artists to promote the appreciation of American and British musical theatre through various productions. Includes a program for a performance by the Violet Crown Players of "Dracula: A Musical Nightmare."
27
17
Programs,
1998
Violet Crown Radio Players,
undated
Flyer for a performance by the Violet Crown Radio Players
of "The Return of Sailor Steve Costigan."
27
18
Programs,
undated
Vortex Repertory Company,
1994-2019, undated
VORTEX Repertory Company was founded in 1988 to create innovative productions of original work. Beginning in 1990, VORTEX operated in various performance venues until it opened Planet Theatre in East Austin. Besides providing a venue for the VORTEX Repertory Company, Planet Theatre is also a venue for other local and national theatre companies, musicians, dancers, and performance artists. Includes marketing and publicity materials, posters, and programs for performances by the Vortex Repertory Company. See also Planet Theatre, Summer Youth Theatre, and The Utility Company.
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1997, 2004-2007, undated
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19
Marketing and publicity,
1994-2013, undated
27
20
Programs,
1991-1999
28
1
Programs,
1991-1999
28
2
Programs,
2000-2019,undated
Waterloo Productions,
undated
Program for a performance by Waterloo Productions of
"The Lights Are On."
28
3
Programs,
undated
Weetzah Players,
undated
Weetzah Players was a registered student group at the University of Texas. Includes programs for performances by the Weetzah Players.
28
4
Programs,
undated
Wierd City Theatre,
undated
36
23
Programs,
undated
West Bank Theatre Company,
1989, undated
The West Bank Theatre Company was formed in the late 1980s to preserve the tradition of the performance of classic plays. Includes programs for performances by the West Bank Theatre Company.
28
5
Programs,
1989, undated
Will Taylor and Strings Attached,
2009
36
24
Programs,
2009
Women and Their Work,
1992-2009, undated
Women and Their Work, a visual and performing-arts organization that was founded in 1978, serves as a catalyst for contemporary art that is created by women who live and work in Texas and beyond. Includes programs and fliers for performances by Women and Their Work in collaboration with such companies as VORTEX Repertory Company, Black Artists Alliance, and Dance Umbrella.
28
6
Programs,
1992-2009, undated
Word of Mouth Women's Theatre,
1991-1996, undated
Word of Mouth Women's Theatre was founded in 1980 and provided theatre goers a unique opportunity to experience women transcending their tradition roles. Includes programs for performances by Word of Mouth Women's Theatre and an annotated script for "Guitar Boy".
28
7
Programs,
1991-1996, undated
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1997
Writers for the Performing Arts,
1991
Writers for the Performing Arts was a support group that met monthly to share and discuss the new work of playwrights, poets, musicians, and dancers. Includes program for a performance by Writers for the Performing Arts of
"Originals Only."
28
8
Programs,
1991
Wylie Andrew Productions,
undated
Program for a performance by Wylie Andrew Productions of
A.R. Gurney's "Love Letters."
28
9
Programs,
undated
Yellow Tape Construction Company,
undated
Poster for a performance by the Yellow Tape Construction Company of "Come Home."
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undated
Zachary Scott Theatre Center,
1966-2016
The Austin Community Players, a theatre group that was founded in 1921, was incorporated into The Little Theatre of Austin (Austin Little Theatre) in 1932. After struggling through the World War II years, the Austin Little Theatre disbanded in 1946 but was revived in 1948 and renamed the Austin Civic Theatre in 1949. In 1968, the Austin Civic Theatre was renamed the Zachary Scott Theatre Center in honor of Zachary Scott, a Hollywood actor raised in Austin. Some of the productions at the Zachary Scott Theatre Center were still staged under the Austin Civic Theatre name until the early 1980s. In the mid-2000s, the name was shortened to ZACH Theatre. Includes administrative records, ephemera, marketing materials, programs, photographs, posters, costume design, and scripts for the Zachary Scott Theatre. See also Austin Community Players, Austin Little Theatre, Austin Civic Theatre, and ZACH Theatre.
28
10
Administrative,
1968-1985, undated
28
11
Ephemera,
1968-2005, undated
28
12
Marketing and publicity,
1967-2012, undated
28
13
Marketing and publicity,
1968-1999, undated
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Oversize marketing and publicity and costume design,
1973-2005, undated
28
14
Marketing and publicity,
1972-1985
28
15
Austin Civic Theatre marketing and publicity ,
1976-1984, undated
28
16
Photographs,
1976, undated
28
17
Production materials,
1976-1977, undated
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1
Programs,
1966-1969
29
2
Programs,
1970-1975
29
3
Programs,
1976-1979
29
4
Programs,
1980-1983
29
5
Programs,
1984-1985
29
6
Programs,
1986-1989
29
7
Programs,
1990-1999
30
1
Programs,
1990-1994
30
2
Programs,
1994-1999
30
3
Programs,
1999-2005
30
4
Programs,
2005-2007
30
5
Programs,
undated
31
1
Austin Civic Theatre programs,
1976-1981, undated
31
2
Austin Civic Theatre/Austin Community College programs,
1976-1982
31
3
FUN (For Under Nineteen) programs,
1976-1980
31
4
Project InterAct programs and fliers,
1982-1993, undated
31
5
Season schedules,
1968-1969, 1983-1990
31
6
Season schedules,
1990-2000
31
7
Season schedules,
2000-2007
34
8-9
Production photographs,
1970s
34
10
Production photographs,
1980s
34
11
Production photographs,
undated
Zach Theatre,
2007-2019
In 1968, the Austin Civic Theatre was renamed the Zachary Scott Theatre Center in honor of Zachary Scott, a Hollywood actor raised in Austin. In the mid-2000s, the name of the theatre was shortened to ZACH Theatre. Includes programs, fliers, and season schedules for ZACH Theatre performances. See also Austin Community Players, Austin Little Theatre, Austin Civic Theatre, and Zachary Scott Theatre.
31
8
Marketing and publicity,
2008-2015, undated
31
9
Programs,
2007-2014
31
10
Programs,
2015-2019
31
11
Season schedules,
2008-2014
Zilker Hillside Theatre,
1963-2018, undated
See Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD).
35
7
Programs,
1998-2018, undated
Unknown theaters,
1895, undated
Programs for local performances at unidentified theaters.
32
16
Programs,
1895, undated
34
12
"Man of La Mancha",
undated