oin filmmakers and cinephiles at the 28th annual Cine Las Americas International Film Festival (CLAIFF28), taking place May 13 – 17, 2026, at the Austin Film Society Cinema. The Opening Night film is the Austin premiere of American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez, directed by David Alvarado. Winner of the 2026 Sundance Audience Award… Continue reading Cine las Americas Fest News: Cine Las Americas International Film Festival Returns for 28th Year in Austin, TX
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Theater Review: Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical Premieres in Austin TX
The World Premiere of Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical was held at The Whisenhunt at Zach Theater, the longest-running professional theater in Texas. The family series musical is conceived, written, and composed by Jesse J. Sanchez, an award-winning composer-lyricist, writer, and music director for theater and opera. The musical ran from March 27th to 29th,… Continue reading Theater Review: Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical Premieres in Austin TX
Theater News: Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical World Premiere at Zach Theater
Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical World Premiere Adventure performances begin from March 27 – April 26, 2026 at The Whisenhunt venue of the Zach Theater in Austin. Jesse J. Sanchez is the Composer-Lyricist | Librettist | Music Director | Director About: Xochitl dreams of becoming a folklórico dancer—but her mom wants her focused on fitting… Continue reading Theater News: Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical World Premiere at Zach Theater
SXSW Music Festival 2026: The Tiarras Return to Perform at Showcase and a Day Show
SXSW Music Festival is here once again in Austin, and I am so excited to report that Austin’s The Tiarras will be performing at the festival Showcase alongside other musical talent. The Rock/Indie Pop performance will be on March 14th at the Continental Club on South Congress. The performance will be open to Platinum and… Continue reading SXSW Music Festival 2026: The Tiarras Return to Perform at Showcase and a Day Show
Community and Music News: Austin Tejano Music Coalition’s14th annual Brown Santa Toy Drive
The annual collaboration with the Travis County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) Brown Santa program helps to serve families in need each holiday season. AUSTIN, TX — The Austin Tejano Music Coalition (ATMC) will hold its 14th annual Toy Drive and dance that benefits the Travis County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) annual Brown Santa program to help families.… Continue reading Community and Music News: Austin Tejano Music Coalition’s14th annual Brown Santa Toy Drive
AJFF News: Austin Jewish Film Festival Returns for the 23rd Year with Features and Shorts
The Austin Jewish Film Festival returns with some of the most important Jewish and Israeli films curated from around the world, as well as Q&A events with filmmakers and parties, all taking place at the Dell Jewish Community Center in Northwest Austin. The 23rd Austin Jewish Film Festival offers two options for participation: one in-person… Continue reading AJFF News: Austin Jewish Film Festival Returns for the 23rd Year with Features and Shorts
FANTASTIC FEST 2025: Answering the Call Again – Black Phone 2 Delivers Chilling Tension and Strong Returns
Black Phone 2 proves that some nightmares never really end. Directed by Scott Derrickson and co-written with C. Robert Cargill, the film picks up four years after Finn killed his abductor and escaped, leaving him the only survivor of The Grabber. Finn, now a teenager, carries a hard-earned edge, while his sister Gwen is still haunted… Continue reading FANTASTIC FEST 2025: Answering the Call Again – Black Phone 2 Delivers Chilling Tension and Strong Returns
AFF 25 News: Austin Film Festival taking place October 23-30, Offers Many Premieres
The Austin Film Festival (AFF) returns for its 32nd annual festival, taking place from October 23 to 30, and offering high-profile world premieres, Texas premieres, and the renowned Writers Conference, held from October 23 to 26. The festival celebrates the art of storytelling on both the screen and the page. The writing and filmmaking partners… Continue reading AFF 25 News: Austin Film Festival taking place October 23-30, Offers Many Premieres
My Fantastic Fest 2025
As of September 25, 2025, Fantastic Fest has concluded and is now in the books. The Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar once again played host to one of the world’s favorite genre film festivals, where fanatics gathered to celebrate the fest’s 20th anniversary. From TVR, Laurie Coker, Liz Lopez, and I attended movies for eight days… Continue reading My Fantastic Fest 2025
Movie Festival News: Fantastic Fest Celebrates its 20th anniversary in Austin, TX
Fantastic Fest is celebrating its 20th anniversary with films from around the world. Fantastic Fest’s 20th anniversary lineup features 45 World Premieres, 15 International and North American Premieres, and 12 U.S. Premieres. If you have attended Fantastic Fest before, you know what great cinema to anticipate, and even if this is your first time attending,… Continue reading Movie Festival News: Fantastic Fest Celebrates its 20th anniversary in Austin, TX