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SUMMARY:Body Shift Elements Class
DESCRIPTION:The Elements class takes place every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 2:30-4:30pm at the Town Lake YMCA in the large group exercise room on the first floor. \nClass will be taught by Tanya Winters and Susie Angel. \nElements is an on-going class in which we study dance and movement improvisation as well as somatics. DanceAbility is our foundational method with which we work to ensure inclusion. It is an equal collaboration and learning environment for every ‘body’ regardless of unique physical or mental characteristics. No gym membership is required to attend. Open to adults age 18 and up; all abilities and experience levels. No registration necessary. Fee for class is on a sliding scale from $5-$20\, cash or check accepted. See you at the Y! \nNEW! You can now pay class fees online here. \nFor more information email Olivia O’Hare or call 512-454-9912.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/body-shift-elements-class-8/
LOCATION:Town Lake YMCA\, 1100 W. Cesar Chavez Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Body Shift
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia O'Hare":MAILTO:olivia@bodyshift.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190509T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190509T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190316T214812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190410T205407Z
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SUMMARY:Audio Described Performance of “CATS”
DESCRIPTION:CATS\, the record-breaking musical spectacular by Andrew Lloyd Webber that has captivated audiences in over 30 countries and 15 languages\, is now on tour across North America! \nAudiences and critics alike are rediscovering this beloved musical with breathtaking music\, including one of the most treasured songs in musical theater—”Memory”. Winner of 7 Tony Awards®including BEST MUSICAL\, CATS tells the story of one magical night when an extraordinary tribe of cats gathers for its annual ball to rejoice and decide which cat will be reborn. The original score by Andrew Lloyd Webber (Phantom\, School of Rock\, Sunset Boulevard)\, original scenic and costume design by John Napier (Les Misérables)\, all-new lighting design by Natasha Katz (Aladdin)\, all-new sound design by Mick Potter\, new choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler (Hamilton) based on the original choreography by Gillian Lynne (Phantom) and direction by Trevor Nunn (Les Misérables) make this production a new CATS for a new generation! \nEmail Texas Performing Arts Center or call 512-471-1444 to request audio description. Pick up your headset at the customer service desk on the night of the performance. \n \n 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performance-of-cats/
LOCATION:Bass Concert Hall\, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,Audio Described Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190329T185038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190507T010002Z
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SUMMARY:Veterans - The Ink Stick Project Sampler Writing Class
DESCRIPTION:The Ink Stick Project Sampler Writing Class\nHosted by Art Spark Texas\nLocation: Austin\nClass Description: Sundays\, 1-4pm. This four week class is for current and prior service members wanting to try a variety of creative writing experiences. Each week features a guest writing instructor. \nSunday\, April 28th – Poetry with Clayton Bradshaw\nSunday\, May 5th – Field Writing at the Blanton Museum of Art with Ben Reed\nSunday\, May 12th – Songwriting with Dustin Welch of Soldiers Songs and Voices\nSunday\, May 19th  – Screenwriting with Stephanie Whallon \nThe class fee of $20 covers all 4 classes. Register by contacting April Sullivan
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/veterans-the-ink-stick-project-sampler-writing-class/2019-05-05/
LOCATION:AGE Building\, 3710 Cedar Street\, Room 101\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="April Sullivan":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190505T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190422T010630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T010805Z
UID:10001061-1557061200-1557068400@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:The Lion and The Pirate Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Share a story\, poem\, song\, or other talent in a fun and supportive neighborhood bookstore. The open mic is wheelchair accessible. Please contact us at least one week in advance to request other accommodations\, including ASL interpreting\, audio description\, etc. \nFor more information email Eric Clow or call 512-454-9912. \nYou can also RSVP\, invite friends\, and follow our Facebook event page for updates.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/the-lion-and-the-pirate-open-mic-4/
LOCATION:Malvern Books\, 613 W. 29th Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Mic
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Clow":MAILTO:eric@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190430T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20181221T190100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190410T205551Z
UID:10001031-1556650800-1556661600@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Sensory-Friendly Performance of “Matilda The Musical”
DESCRIPTION:Take a journey through the world of the Tony Award®-winning hit\, Roald Dahl’s “Matilda The Musical!” Matilda is an extraordinary little girl who dares to take a stand and change her destiny. When she has finally had enough of her unscrupulous parents and tyrannical headmistress\, she enlists the help of her friends—and favorite teacher Miss Honey—and bravely takes matters into her own hands to become the biggest little hero. “Matilda” is sure to delight and empower audiences of all generations. \nAge recommendation: 6 and up \nRun time: Two hours and 30 minutes including one intermission \nPlease note: This performance is tailored to people with autism or other cognitive disabilities and sensory sensitivities. \nVisit ZACH Theatre online or call 512-476-0541 to purchase tickets.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/sensory-friendly-performance-of-matilda-the-musical/
LOCATION:The Topfer at ZACH Theatre\, 202 South Lamar Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,Sensory-Friendly Performances
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chad Dike":MAILTO:cdike@zachtheatre.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190501
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190327T193746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190417T212844Z
UID:10001251-1556582400-1556668799@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Paws and Claws - Original Pet Portraits Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Original Pet Portraits – Art Spark Texas Paws and Claws fundraiser – Now Open! \nAccepting donations: Now-April 30 \nArt Spark Texas presents “Paws and Claws” Pet Portraits by VSA artists and friends. \nMake an $85 donation (per pet) to Art Spark Texas and receive an original portrait of your beloved pet(s). Approximately 8″x10″ original work of art in a variety of mediums. All portraits will be revealed and displayed together publicly at our FREE “Paws and Claws” May 18\, 2019 – 3-4:30pm art pop-up at The Ground Floor Theatre. Bring your friends to admire your pet’s debut appearance in the Austin art scene! Or donate in honor or memory of a friend’s pet and surprise them at the exhibit. \nGet a head start by finding the best photo of your pet(s) and donating today. \nCost: Donation of $85 per pet in portrait (plus $2 credit card fee). Donate online then email Gina Panza Woodruff your pet’s photo\, name\, and tell us a little bit about your pet to help our artist get creative.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/paws-and-claws-fundraiser/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Fundraisers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190429T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190429T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190316T211337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T003758Z
UID:10001246-1556542800-1556548200@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Audio Described Performances of “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr.”
DESCRIPTION:TSBVI’s Fine Arts Department invites you to “be their guest” for this wonderful story of transformation and tolerance. Based on the original Broadway production that was nominated for nine Tony Awards\, and the Academy Award-winning motion picture\, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR is a fantastic adaptation and features some of the most popular songs ever written by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman\, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice. The book is by Linda Woolverton. \nThe classic story tells of Belle\, a young woman in a provincial town\, and the Beast\, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved\, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon\, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. \nDisney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). \nFriday\, April 26\, 7:00 p.m.\nSaturday\, April 27\, 7:00 p.m.\nMonday\, April 29\, 1:00 p.m. \nFREE TO THE PUBLIC!\nAll performances will be audio described. \nTexas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired\nFine Arts Building\n1100 W. 45th Street\nAustin\,Texas 78756 \nRunning time: 1 hour 15 minutes
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performances-of-disneys-beauty-and-the-beast-jr/2019-04-29/
LOCATION:Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired\, 1100 W. 45th Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,Audio Described Performances
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190329T185038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190507T010002Z
UID:10001053-1556456400-1556467200@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Veterans - The Ink Stick Project Sampler Writing Class
DESCRIPTION:The Ink Stick Project Sampler Writing Class\nHosted by Art Spark Texas\nLocation: Austin\nClass Description: Sundays\, 1-4pm. This four week class is for current and prior service members wanting to try a variety of creative writing experiences. Each week features a guest writing instructor. \nSunday\, April 28th – Poetry with Clayton Bradshaw\nSunday\, May 5th – Field Writing at the Blanton Museum of Art with Ben Reed\nSunday\, May 12th – Songwriting with Dustin Welch of Soldiers Songs and Voices\nSunday\, May 19th  – Screenwriting with Stephanie Whallon \nThe class fee of $20 covers all 4 classes. Register by contacting April Sullivan
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/veterans-the-ink-stick-project-sampler-writing-class/2019-04-28/
LOCATION:AGE Building\, 3710 Cedar Street\, Room 101\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Veteran Writing Workshops,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="April Sullivan":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190427T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190316T211337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T003758Z
UID:10001245-1556391600-1556397000@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Audio Described Performances of “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr.”
DESCRIPTION:TSBVI’s Fine Arts Department invites you to “be their guest” for this wonderful story of transformation and tolerance. Based on the original Broadway production that was nominated for nine Tony Awards\, and the Academy Award-winning motion picture\, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR is a fantastic adaptation and features some of the most popular songs ever written by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman\, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice. The book is by Linda Woolverton. \nThe classic story tells of Belle\, a young woman in a provincial town\, and the Beast\, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved\, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon\, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. \nDisney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). \nFriday\, April 26\, 7:00 p.m.\nSaturday\, April 27\, 7:00 p.m.\nMonday\, April 29\, 1:00 p.m. \nFREE TO THE PUBLIC!\nAll performances will be audio described. \nTexas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired\nFine Arts Building\n1100 W. 45th Street\nAustin\,Texas 78756 \nRunning time: 1 hour 15 minutes
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performances-of-disneys-beauty-and-the-beast-jr/2019-04-27/
LOCATION:Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired\, 1100 W. 45th Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,Audio Described Performances
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190427T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190427T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190316T014500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190407T231915Z
UID:10001242-1556375400-1556382600@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Body Shift Elements Class
DESCRIPTION:The Elements class takes place every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 2:30-4:30pm at the Town Lake YMCA in the large group exercise room on the first floor. \nElements is an on-going class in which we study dance and movement improvisation as well as somatics. DanceAbility is our foundational method with which we work to ensure inclusion. It is an equal collaboration and learning environment for every ‘body’ regardless of unique physical or mental characteristics. No gym membership is required to attend. Open to adults age 18 and up; all abilities and experience levels. No registration necessary. Fee for class is on a sliding scale from $5-$20\, cash or check accepted. See you at the Y! \nNEW! You can now pay class fees online here. \nFor more information email Olivia O’Hare or call 512-454-9912.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/body-shift-elements-class-7/
LOCATION:Town Lake YMCA\, 1100 W. Cesar Chavez Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Body Shift
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia O'Hare":MAILTO:olivia@bodyshift.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190427T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190331T221822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T173123Z
UID:10001058-1556370000-1556377200@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Speaking Advocates: Embarrassing Moments in School or Life
DESCRIPTION:Despite our best efforts to avoid them\, embarrassing moments are an inescapable part of growing up. Like it or not\, they are moments that define us\, albeit reluctantly. They are also downright funny and among some of the most relatable stories people tell. This month we invite you to open the doors on your childhood and pull from its depths your all-time most cringeworthy moments. \nOur Opening Minds\, Opening Doors Speaking Advocates group is free and meets the last Saturday of every month from 1-3 PM in Room 130 of the AGE of Central Texas Building. We welcome adults with disabilities who are interested in presenting stories and meeting other speakers. Email Eric Clow to RSVP or learn more. \nYou can also RSVP\, invite friends\, and follow our Facebook event page for updates.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/speaking-advocates-embarrassing-moments-in-school-or-life/
LOCATION:AGE Building\, 3710 Cedar Street\, Room 101\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:OMOD,Speaking Advocates
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Clow":MAILTO:eric@artsparktx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190426T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190426T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190316T211337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T003758Z
UID:10001244-1556305200-1556310600@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Audio Described Performances of “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr.”
DESCRIPTION:TSBVI’s Fine Arts Department invites you to “be their guest” for this wonderful story of transformation and tolerance. Based on the original Broadway production that was nominated for nine Tony Awards\, and the Academy Award-winning motion picture\, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR is a fantastic adaptation and features some of the most popular songs ever written by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman\, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice. The book is by Linda Woolverton. \nThe classic story tells of Belle\, a young woman in a provincial town\, and the Beast\, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved\, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon\, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. \nDisney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). \nFriday\, April 26\, 7:00 p.m.\nSaturday\, April 27\, 7:00 p.m.\nMonday\, April 29\, 1:00 p.m. \nFREE TO THE PUBLIC!\nAll performances will be audio described. \nTexas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired\nFine Arts Building\n1100 W. 45th Street\nAustin\,Texas 78756 \nRunning time: 1 hour 15 minutes
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performances-of-disneys-beauty-and-the-beast-jr/2019-04-26/
LOCATION:Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired\, 1100 W. 45th Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,Audio Described Performances
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190415T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190316T013244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190407T235724Z
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SUMMARY:Body Shift Foundations Class
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to get your body moving\, but don’t know where to begin? Are you intimidated by typical dance classes because you feel like you don’t fit in? Body Shift has a solution to bring out the dancer in us all! We offer you Foundations – an improvisational dance class for ALL people – especially designed to be accessible to those with little to no dance/movement experience. \nEach class we will explore ideas like developing body awareness\, non-verbal communication\, understanding of time/rhythm and choice making to support students in the discovery of their own movement language. Students will have the opportunity to awaken their creativity\, notice habitual movement patterns in order to expand movement possibilities\, and have a lot of fun in the process. We will learn how to allow our bodies to breath and move in ways that feel good to each person in the room without judgement. \nPeople of all unique mental and physical characteristics are invited to participate. Our goal is to offer a class where there are no wrong choices so everyone in the room feels empowered and successful to come and be as they are. Material in this class will be strongly based on the DanceAbility method\, an approach to dance for people with and without disabilities. No movement experience necessary to join. Drop in occasionally or join us every month; open ended attendance. \nThe Foundations class takes place at McBeth Recreation Center (2401 Columbus Dr\, Austin\, TX 78746) every 3rd Monday of the month from 7:00-8:30pm. Sliding scale/donation based – $5-$20. Adults age 18 and up. \nNEW! You can now pay class fees online here. \nFor more information email Olivia O’Hare or call 512-454-9912.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/body-shift-foundations-class-2/
LOCATION:McBeth Recreation Center\, 2401 Columbus Dr.\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Body Shift
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia O'Hare":MAILTO:olivia@bodyshift.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190416
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190329T180659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190329T180659Z
UID:10001252-1555286400-1555372799@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Call for Art: Pet Love
DESCRIPTION:Submission deadline: April 15\, 2019 \nArt Spark Texas is looking for pet themed artwork to display at Ground Floor Theatre during May 2019 to complement the show Dex & Abbey. This call for art is open to all Art Spark Texas artists (Veterans\, artists with disabilities\, and seniors) in Austin and surrounding areas. Please download and complete the Pet Love Call for Art  or contact April for more details.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/call-for-art-pet-love/
LOCATION:Ground Floor Theatre\, 979 Springdale Road\, Suite 122\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Calls for Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="April Sullivan":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190413T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190413T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190316T014158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190407T232557Z
UID:10001239-1555165800-1555173000@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Body Shift Elements Class
DESCRIPTION:The Elements class takes place every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 2:30-4:30pm at the Town Lake YMCA in the large group exercise room on the first floor. \nElements is an on-going class in which we study dance and movement improvisation as well as somatics. DanceAbility is our foundational method with which we work to ensure inclusion. It is an equal collaboration and learning environment for every ‘body’ regardless of unique physical or mental characteristics. No gym membership is required to attend. Open to adults age 18 and up; all abilities and experience levels. No registration necessary. Fee for class is on a sliding scale from $5-$20\, cash or check accepted. See you at the Y! \nNEW! You can now pay class fees online here. \nFor more information email Olivia O’Hare or call 512-454-9912.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/body-shift-elements-class-6/
LOCATION:Town Lake YMCA\, 1100 W. Cesar Chavez Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Body Shift
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia O'Hare":MAILTO:olivia@bodyshift.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190128T184735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190410T193743Z
UID:10001039-1554975000-1554989400@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Art in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Our annual outdoor hands-on arts festival for kids of all ages and abilities is Thursday\, April 11th from 9:30 AM-1:30 PM and held on the grounds of Fiesta Gardens\, located at 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St.\, Austin\, TX 78702. This inclusive grassroots festival has been around for over 25 years and truly captures the spirit of Austin with its combination of the arts\, outdoors\, and access for the entire community. Hosted by Art Spark Texas and McBeth Recreation Center\, Art in the Park includes art booths\, live music\, and performances on an outdoor stage. Over 1\,000 children and young adults with and without disabilities from AISD and surrounding schools attend this festival each year to enjoy a day of art making! The festival is also open to the public to encourage home-schooled children to attend. \nTo register your school\, class\, or homeschool student group\, please download and submit the 2019 Art in the Park Registration Form by March 28th. \nWe need organizations to provide a “make and take” art activity (minimal paint\, glue\, or drying time). Materials need to be provided for at least 300 participants and suitable for all ages. We are glad to help you think of an activity! If you or your organization would like to provide an art activity booth\, please download and submit the 2019 Art in the Park Booth Form by April 6th. \nWe also need performers interested in donating their time to provide kid-friendly entertainment during the event. Music\, dance\, comedy routines\, or other interactive pieces would be fun. Stage and PA system provided. If you want to perform\, please complete and submit the 2019 Art in the Park Performers Form by April 6th. \nPlease email us or call 512-454-9912 for more information.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/art-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Fiesta Gardens\, 2101 Jesse E. Segovia St.\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190410T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190410T223000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20181220T221900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181220T221900Z
UID:10001030-1554924600-1554935400@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:AD/ASL/OC Performance of “Matilda The Musical”
DESCRIPTION:Take a journey through the world of the Tony Award®-winning hit\, Roald Dahl’s “Matilda The Musical!” Matilda is an extraordinary little girl who dares to take a stand and change her destiny. When she has finally had enough of her unscrupulous parents and tyrannical headmistress\, she enlists the help of her friends—and favorite teacher Miss Honey—and bravely takes matters into her own hands to become the biggest little hero. “Matilda” is sure to delight and empower audiences of all generations. \nAge recommendation: 6 and up \nRun time: Two hours and 30 minutes including one intermission \nThis performance is ASL interpreted\, audio described\, and open captioned. Visit ZACH Theatre online or call 512-476-0541 to purchase tickets and request audio description.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/ad-asl-oc-performance-of-matilda-the-musical/
LOCATION:The Topfer at ZACH Theatre\, 202 South Lamar Blvd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,ASL Performances,Audio Described Performances,Open Captioned Performances
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chad Dike":MAILTO:cdike@zachtheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190409T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190409T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190329T200056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190329T200056Z
UID:10001057-1554840000-1554847200@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Audio Described Performance of "The Pink Martini"
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Paramount favorite Pink Martini is a “little orchestra” that draws inspiration from the romantic Hollywood musicals of the 1940s and ’50s while spanning genres to make an eclectic\, modern sound. Their arrangements of Latin music\, jazz\, cabaret\, and cinema scores have endeared them to both national and international audiences\, selling out venues worldwide. You’ll be mesmerized by Pink Martini as they perform their multilingual repertoire on the Paramount stage. \nEmail Paramount Theatre Box Office or call (512) 474-1221 to request audio description. Pick up your headset at the customer service desk on the night of the performance.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performance-of-the-pink-martini/
LOCATION:Paramount Theatre\, 713 Congress Avenue\, Austin\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audio Described Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190407T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190407T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190306T185049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190321T214141Z
UID:10001047-1554642000-1554649200@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:The Lion and The Pirate Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Share a story\, poem\, song\, or other talent in a fun and supportive neighborhood bookstore. The open mic is wheelchair accessible. Please contact us at least one week in advance to request other accommodations\, including ASL interpreting\, audio description\, etc. \nWe are excited to be a City Read for Austin’s International Poetry Festival (AIPF)! \nFor more information email Eric Clow or call 512-454-9912. \nYou can also RSVP\, invite friends\, and follow our Facebook event page for updates.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/the-lion-and-the-pirate-open-mic-3/
LOCATION:Malvern Books\, 613 W. 29th Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open Mic
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Clow":MAILTO:eric@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190406T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190406T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190321T222220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190321T222302Z
UID:10001250-1554570000-1554580800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Body Shift Performance at Austin Dance Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Body Shift Collective will perform in the Austin Dance Festival. Being Together\, an homage to the DanceAbility Method\, “The Art of Being Together” will be presented in the 5 PM showcase on Saturday\, April 6th at AustinVentures Studio Theatre at Ballet Austin\, 501 W 3rd St in downtown Austin. Visit the official festival website to buy tickets.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/austin-dance-festival-performance/
LOCATION:Ballet Austin\, 501 W 3rd St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Body Shift
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190404T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190404T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20181210T011509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181218T155940Z
UID:10001203-1554408000-1554418800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Audio Described Performance of “Fiddler on the Roof”
DESCRIPTION:Tony®-winning director Bartlett Sher and the team behind South Pacific\, The King and I and 2017 Tony-winning Best Play Oslo\, bring a fresh and authentic vision to this beloved theatrical masterpiece from Tony winner Joseph Stein and Pulitzer Prize winners Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick. \nThe original production won ten Tony Awards\, including a special Tony for becoming the longest-running Broadway musical of all time. You’ll be there when the sun rises on this new production\, with stunning movement and dance from acclaimed Israeli choreographer Hofesh Shechter\, based on the original staging by Jerome Robbins. A wonderful cast and a lavish orchestra tell this heartwarming story of fathers and daughters\, husbands and wives\, and the timeless traditions that define faith and family. \nEmail Texas Performing Arts Center or call 512-471-1444 to request audio description. Pick up your headset at the customer service desk on the night of the performance.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performance-of-fiddler-on-the-roof/
LOCATION:Bass Concert Hall\, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,Audio Described Performances
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190402
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190130T190103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190214T170813Z
UID:10001041-1554076800-1554163199@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Call for Art: Austin Veteran Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:A nationwide call for art for veterans and their family members \nSubmission deadline: April 1\, 2019 \nThis is a nationwide call for visual art by veteran artists and their family members to be on exhibit during the Austin Veteran Arts Festival (AVA Fest) that will run from October 18 – November 17\, 2019. This city-wide festival held in Austin\, TX will include visual art\, performance art\, literary arts\, music\, health and wellness\, culinary arts\, and so much more in various venues across the city. We will emphasize alternative healing methods for veterans and their family members through art. Submit here. \n*This is not a Art Spark Texas call for art.*
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/call-for-art-ava-fest-2019/
LOCATION:Veteran Suicide Prevention Channel\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Calls for Art,Veterans
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ORGANIZER;CN="April Sullivan":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190330T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190330T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190302T214747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190302T214747Z
UID:10001046-1553950800-1553958000@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Speaking Advocates: Home Ain't What It Used To Be
DESCRIPTION:Home is where we start\, yet it is much more than simply a place. It is the reference point by which we measure how we ourselves have changed\, it is how we interpret the changes swirling around us and observe the passage of time. And the more we change\, so too does our recollection of the past\, our remembrance of home. This month we invite you to share the ways in which your perception of home has shifted over time and how you have changed in the process. \nOur Opening Minds\, Opening Doors Speaking Advocates group is free and meets the last Saturday of every month from 1-3 PM in Room 130 of the AGE of Central Texas Building. We welcome adults with disabilities who are interested in presenting stories and meeting other speakers. Email Eric Clow to RSVP or learn more. \nYou can also RSVP\, invite friends\, and follow our Facebook event page for updates.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/speaking-advocates-home-aint-what-it-used-to-be/
LOCATION:AGE Building\, 3710 Cedar Street\, Room 101\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:OMOD,Speaking Advocates
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Clow":MAILTO:eric@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190330
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190306T202050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190306T202050Z
UID:10001048-1553817600-1553903999@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Call for Art: VSA International Young Soloists Competition
DESCRIPTION:Each year outstanding young musicians with disabilities from around the world receive the VSA International Young Soloists Award\, $2\,000\, and the opportunity to perform at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington\, D.C.\, which is live-streamed and archived on the Kennedy Center website. This program is open to soloists and ensembles of any instrument or genre including classical\, jazz\, hip-hop\, rock\, and more! Applicants must be between the ages of 14-25 and have a disability that substantially limits one or more major life activity. \nAll genres of music are accepted\, including but not limited to classical\, jazz\, hip-hop\, rap\, rock/alt rock\, pop\, indie\, bluegrass\, folk\, country\, R&B/blues\, Latin\, and world. All instruments\, including voice\, are accepted. \nReview eligibility criteria and apply here. \nThe application deadline is Friday\, March 29th\, 2019 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. \n*This is not a Art Spark Texas call for art.* \n 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/call-for-art-vsa-international-young-soloists-competition/
LOCATION:John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts\, 2700 F Street\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20566\, United States
CATEGORIES:Calls for Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190328T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190328T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190313T002505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T004830Z
UID:10001049-1553801400-1553808600@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Audio Described Performance of “Antigonick”
DESCRIPTION:A contemporary translation of the classic Greek drama that asks\, “How do we care for the dead and how do we grieve amidst crisis?” Antigonick is strangely reimagined by the inimitable Classics scholar and award-winning poet\, Anne Carson. \nDirected by Salvage Vanguard’s co-producing Artistic Director Diana Lynn Small\, Antigonick stretches the boundaries of story in poetry and theater. Antigonick asks\, “What can one woman do in the face of unjust laws?” What is she willing to sacrifice? In this time worn story\, Carson points to the lessons we’re meant to learn from our past\, yet somehow fail to remember. \nPurchase tickets online or call 512-474-7886. Let the Salvage Vanguard know you want audio description. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/antigonick-ad/
LOCATION:Dougherty Arts Center\, 1110 Barton Springs Rd\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,Audio Described Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190323T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190323T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190218T201954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190316T012211Z
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SUMMARY:Body Shift Elements Class
DESCRIPTION:The Elements class takes place every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 2:30-4:30pm at the Town Lake YMCA in the large group exercise room on the first floor. \nClass will be taught by Tanya Winters. \n//E Pluribus Unum// \nCollective consciousness…hive mind…group mind. Regardless of the term you use\, from ants to bees to humans all living things are stronger when they work together. In this Elements class\, we’ll explore what it’s like to move as a group and how our individuality contributes to a whole. We’ll play with concepts like follow and lead; action and response; and traveling together. We’ll see how these concepts deepen our sense of self\, support us in adding to our movement repertoire\, strengthen our listening skills\, and encourage us to see beyond our selves. \n  \nSimply\, Tanya loves to dance! She enjoys pushing the boundaries of art and disability. She began dancing in 2007 at Austin Community College and has been a regular Body Shift participant since its inception. She has had the privilege of studying with several wonderful dancers including Alito Alessi\, Nina Martin\, Karen Nelson\, and Stephen Koplowitz. Tanya became a certified DanceAbility instructor in 2011. She has participated in many student projects including the Justice Project\, The Way You Move Your Body\, Bodies in Public Space\, and Being/With Others. She has enjoyed dancing in several Body Shift pieces including Crippin’ the Streets\, Your Way of Thinking\, and Echo. She is a co-choreographer of Together and Apart and is currently working on a solo piece called Who am I Now. \n  \nElements is an on-going class in which we study dance and movement improvisation as well as somatics. DanceAbility is our foundational method with which we work to ensure inclusion. It is an equal collaboration and learning environment for every ‘body’ regardless of unique physical or mental characteristics. No gym membership is required to attend. Open to adults age 18 and up; all abilities and experience levels. No registration necessary. Fee for class is on a sliding scale from $5-$20\, cash or check accepted. See you at the Y! \nNEW! You can now pay class fees online here. \nFor more information email Olivia O’Hare or call 512-454-9912.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/body-shift-elements-class-5/
LOCATION:Town Lake YMCA\, 1100 W. Cesar Chavez Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Body Shift
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia O'Hare":MAILTO:olivia@bodyshift.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190318T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190302T022955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T193758Z
UID:10001045-1552935600-1552941000@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Body Shift Foundations Class
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to get your body moving\, but don’t know where to begin? Are you intimidated by typical dance classes because you feel like you don’t fit in? Body Shift has a solution to bring out the dancer in us all! We offer you Foundations – an improvisational dance class for ALL people – especially designed to be accessible to those with little to no dance/movement experience. \nEach class we will explore ideas like developing body awareness\, non-verbal communication\, understanding of time/rhythm and choice making to support students in the discovery of their own movement language. Students will have the opportunity to awaken their creativity\, notice habitual movement patterns in order to expand movement possibilities\, and have a lot of fun in the process. We will learn how to allow our bodies to breath and move in ways that feel good to each person in the room without judgement. \nPeople of all unique mental and physical characteristics are invited to participate. Our goal is to offer a class where there are no wrong choices so everyone in the room feels empowered and successful to come and be as they are. Material in this class will be strongly based on the DanceAbility method\, an approach to dance for people with and without disabilities. No movement experience necessary to join. Drop in occasionally or join us every month; open ended attendance. \nThe Foundations class takes place at McBeth Recreation Center (2401 Columbus Dr\, Austin\, TX 78746) every 3rd Monday of the month from 7:00-8:30pm. Sliding scale/donation based – $5-$20. Adults age 18 and up. \nNEW! You can now pay class fees online here. \nFor more information email Olivia O’Hare or call 512-454-9912.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/body-shift-foundations-class/
LOCATION:McBeth Recreation Center\, 2401 Columbus Dr.\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Body Shift
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia O'Hare":MAILTO:olivia@bodyshift.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190318
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190323
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190201T185126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190205T215907Z
UID:10001206-1552867200-1553299199@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Spring Break Animation Camp
DESCRIPTION:Spring Break Animation Camp with Johnny Villarreal and friends \nIs ART your “thing?” If so\, then this camp is for you! During this one of a kind Spring Break Camp\, artists will learn digital drawing techniques using iPad apps\, and “low tech” paper and pencil\, to produce stop motion animated short films. At the end of the week we will invite our friends and families to join us as we exhibit\, screen\, and celebrate the work created. For artists and animators of all skill levels\, ages 16 and up. \n3710 Cedar Street Room 101\nAustin\, TX 78705\nMarch 18-22\, 2019\nMonday – Friday\, 10:00am – 2:00pm\nCost: $135 \nDownload Application HERE! \nFor more information\, email info@artsparktx.org or call 1-866-489-8412. \nBus Routes: 335\, 656
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/spring-break-animation-camp-2019/
LOCATION:AGE Building\, 3710 Cedar Street\, Room 101\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Media Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190313T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190226T205514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190226T205652Z
UID:10001044-1552500000-1552507200@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:An Evening with Gaelynn Lea
DESCRIPTION:MINDPOP\, Art Spark Texas\, and The Vortex are honored to present An Evening with Gaelynn Lea. Lea is an American folk singer\, violinist\, public speaker and disability advocate. For this special presentation\, she will share her thinking about disability\, finding inner freedom\, and the power of music in education. She’ll also share a song or two with us at evening’s close! \nYou can RSVP\, invite friends\, and follow our Facebook event page for updates. \nAbout Gaelynn Lea: \nOn March 3\, 2016\, Gaelynn Lea was named the winner of NPR Music’s second-ever Tiny Desk Contest. The video entry of her original song “Someday We’ll Linger in the Sun” rose to the top of over 6\,100 submissions from around the nation\, chosen as the unanimous favorite among the contest’s six judges. The very next week\, Gaelynn performed a moving Tiny Desk Concert\, at which the show’s host Bob Boilen said “there was hardly a dry eye.” \nGaelynn Lea’s musical reach has expanded significantly because of the Tiny Desk Contest. She began touring nationally in September 2016 with her husband Paul in their 2002 Ford Econline – and they’ve been on the road ever since! View her tour schedule here. \nGaelynn has a congenital disability called Osteogenesis Imperfecta\, or Brittle Bones Disease. In recent years\, she has used her music as a platform to advocate for people with disabilities and to promote positive social change.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/an-evening-with-gaelynn-lea/
LOCATION:The VORTEX\, 2307 Manor Rd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78722\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164737
CREATED:20190215T005350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190215T005350Z
UID:10001226-1552305600-1552579200@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Call for Art: Austin Veteran Creative Arts Competition
DESCRIPTION:If you are a veteran being currently served by the Austin VA Outpatient Clinic and you are a visual artist/writer/musician/singer/dancer/performer\, then you are invited to participate in this competition. Winners are sent on to be judged for the national competition. \nMonday\, March 11\, 2019\n12-6 pm\nVisual Art drop off and Creative Writing submissions\n**All visual art entries must have been completed after April 1\, 2018 to be entered. \nTuesday\, March 12\, 2019\n8:30 am-6 pm\nVisual Art drop off and Creative Writing submissions \nWednesday\, March 13\, 2019\n8:30 am-6 pm\nVisual art drop off and Creative Writing submissions\n9 am-3:30 pm\nVideo recording for ALL Music/Dance/Drama entries\n**Please note that all recording slots must be scheduled by March 1\, 2019. (Contact info below) \nThursday\, March 14\, 2019\n10 am-12pm\nVisual Art Judging (closed to veteran attendance)\n2-3 pm Visual Art Awards and Performance Recognition Program\n3-4 pm Visual Art pickup (excluding 1st place winners) \nCategory listings and entry information can be found here.\nOr contact the following individuals:\nSherill Cross\, 254-297-2385 or Abraham Ludwig\, 254-654-6010 \n*This is not a Art Spark Texas call for art.* \n \n 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/call-for-art-austin-veteran-creative-arts-competition/
LOCATION:Austin VA Outpatient Clinic\, 7901 Metropolis Dr.\, Austin\, TX\, 78744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Calls for Art,Veterans
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