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Austin Festivals

‘Mama Bears’ documentary filmmakers, transgender rights activists hold press conference at Texas Capitol

‘Mama Bears’ documentary filmmakers, transgender rights activists hold press conference at Texas Capitol

Sage Dunlap, Life and Arts reporter March 17, 2022

On March 14, in conjunction with the SXSW world premiere of the documentary “Mama Bears,” director Daresha Kyi took to the Texas Capitol south steps — along with Texas state representatives and transgender...

Singer songwriter, Mini Trees talks creating her living room pop sound, expanding her artistry

Singer songwriter, Mini Trees talks creating her living room pop sound, expanding her artistry

Angela Lim, Life and Arts senior reporter March 17, 2022

Multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Mini Trees, also known as Lexi Vega, imbues journeys of discovery into each of her songs. Vega views Mini Trees as a project that encapsulates her changed relationship...

‘Bad Axe’ offers intimate view of Asian-American family, their restaurant during COVID-19 pandemic

‘Bad Axe’ offers intimate view of Asian-American family, their restaurant during COVID-19 pandemic

Zoe Tzanis, Life & Arts Reporter March 17, 2022

Director David Siev invites audiences into his living room for an immersive non-fiction family drama about life, loss, love and triumph during the COVID-19 pandemic in “Bad Axe.” This intimate documentary...

SXSW Live Shot: Strawberry Guy forges impressionist soundscapes at first American showcase

SXSW Live Shot: Strawberry Guy forges impressionist soundscapes at first American showcase

Angela Lim, Life & Arts Reporter March 17, 2022

After ear-shattering performances by previous acts, the first notes of Debussy's “Arabesque 1” suddenly began floating around Cedar Street Courtyard. Strawberry Guy made his presence known, painting...

Director, cast of ‘Bodies Bodies Bodies’ talk acting in horror, picking roles, prepping for intensity

Director, cast of ‘Bodies Bodies Bodies’ talk acting in horror, picking roles, prepping for intensity

Noah Levine, Life & Arts Film Columnist March 17, 2022

“Bodies Bodies Bodies,” a horror-comedy hybrid from the iconic company A24, contains an impressive ensemble cast featuring Rachel Sennott (“Shiva Baby”), Chase Sui Wonders (“Generation”), Maria...

Magdalena Bay brings electrifying, multidimensional synth-pop performance to SXSW

Magdalena Bay brings electrifying, multidimensional synth-pop performance to SXSW

Sage Dunlap, Life and Arts reporter March 16, 2022

When singer-songwriter Mica Tenenbaum — half of the synth-pop duo Magdalena Bay — secretly stashed a furry, gray rabbit mask under a table in preparation for the pair’s set, the packed hoard of attendees...

SXSW ‘Standup Downtown Comedy Showcase’ offers hearty laughs, night of fun

SXSW ‘Standup Downtown Comedy Showcase’ offers hearty laughs, night of fun

Zoe Tzanis, Life and Arts Editor March 16, 2022

Laughter is nature's best medicine but only when done well. SXSW’s 2022 comedy festival endeavors to do just that — showcase comics whose hysterical jokes put audiences at ease, healing their age-old...

Lizzo talks ‘Watch Out For The Big Grrrls,’ amplifying self-love in SXSW keynote session

Lizzo talks ‘Watch Out For The Big Grrrls,’ amplifying self-love in SXSW keynote session

Angela Lim, Life and Arts senior reporter March 16, 2022

Arms extending toward a packed Austin Convention Center auditorium during her keynote session at South by Southwest, Lizzo’s infectious energy had the crowd shouting a self-love mantra to themselves...

flipturn talks upcoming single ‘Playground,’ connecting with their audience

flipturn talks upcoming single ‘Playground,’ connecting with their audience

Angela Lim, Life & Arts Senior Reporter March 15, 2022
The Floridan quintet flipturn will perform at Esther’s Follies on March 17 at 9 p.m. ahead of the release of their new single, “Playground,” March 25.
'The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent' director Tom Gormican, writer Kevin Etten talk crafting meta Nicolas Cage adventure

‘The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent’ director Tom Gormican, writer Kevin Etten talk crafting meta Nicolas Cage adventure

Noah Levine, Life & Arts Film Columnist March 15, 2022
The Daily Texan spoke with director Tom Gormican and writer Kevin Etten about bringing this wild project to life.
‘(Hi)story of a Painting: The Light in the Shadow’ highlights 17th-century Baroque painter Artemisia Gentileschi’s journey as an artist

‘(Hi)story of a Painting: The Light in the Shadow’ highlights 17th-century Baroque painter Artemisia Gentileschi’s journey as an artist

Sofia Treviño, Life & Arts Reporter March 15, 2022
On March 13, the production companies of Fat Red Bird and Monkey Frame held the world premiere of “(Hi)story of a Painting: The Light in the Shadow,” a VR experience at South by Southwest. 
Darkwave artist Rare DM describes beginnings in music, excitement for first festival performance at SXSW

Darkwave artist Rare DM describes beginnings in music, excitement for first festival performance at SXSW

Sage Dunlap, Life & Arts Reporter March 15, 2022
Darkwave artist Rare DM will bring a unique darkwave and synth-pop set to Higher Ground for South by Southwest on March 18 — the soloist’s first official festival performance. 
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