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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111134
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:20190509T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190509T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111134
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:20190511T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190511T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111134
CREATED:20190316T014856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T163231Z
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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:20190512T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190512T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111134
CREATED:20190329T185038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190507T010002Z
UID:10001055-1557666000-1557676800@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/2019-05-12/
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:20190512T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190512T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111134
CREATED:20190510T220540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190510T220540Z
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SUMMARY:Audio Described Performance of “Giselle”
DESCRIPTION:She’s young\, naïve and distraught after learning her lover is pledged to another. As this fragile beauty dies of a broken heart\, will she spare her soulmate a fate worse than death? We conclude our season with the 19th century classic Giselle\, one of the great ballets of the Romantic era\, featuring some of the most iconic and imposing characters of the genre\, The Wilis\, and the ethereal corps de ballet work that surrounds this ghostly sisterhood. Called back from the grave by this collection of broken hearts\, Giselle must decide between justice and redemption for the man who deceived her. Join us Mother’s Day weekend for the time-tested story of a mad love that turns to madness and\, ultimately\, forgiveness. If you’ve ever been love’s fool\, you’ll relate to this touching tale. \nCHOREOGRAPHY: Jean Coralli\, Jules Perrot\nMUSIC: Adolphe Adam\nLIVE ACCOMPANIMENT: Austin Symphony Orchestra \nThis production runs approximately two hours with two (2) 50-minute acts and one (1) 20-minute intermission\, GISELLE is recommended for all ages. \nBallet Austin Audience Services\nMonday-Friday\, 12pm-6pm\nPHONE: 512.476.2163\nEMAIL: boxoffice@balletaustin.org
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performance-of-giselle/
LOCATION:The Long Center\, 701 W. Riverside Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,Audio Described Performances
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ballet Austin Audience Services":MAILTO:boxoffice@balletaustin.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111134
CREATED:20190407T234828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190510T201647Z
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SUMMARY:Art Spark Texas at Library Live!
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Carver Branch Library for an evening of live music presented by Austin Public Library (APL) and Art Spark Texas! \nShow at 6:00 PM / Doors at 5:45 PM \nWith performances by:\nThe Semi-Modulars\nThe New Motown: The TSBVI Jazz Ensemble \nFree and open to the public! \nAbout the musicians: \nThe Semi-Modulars are an all-synth band made up of students in the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired’s synthesis and sound design class. The students use a combination of analog and digital synthesizers\, samplers\, drum machines\, and modular synthesizers to compose and record original compositions. \nJazz at TSBVI dates back to the 1980s. However\, after laying dormant for some time\, the Jazz program was revived under the leadership of Sasha Klare-Ayvazian in 2015. Today\, the TSBVI Jazz Ensemble\, known as “The New Motown\,” has enjoyed four wonderful seasons of growth\, song learning\, team building\, and performing. The New Motown has performed seasonally at TSBVI semester concerts\, at SCASB\, and at Cherrywood Coffee. The New Motown recorded a 2018 album that can be heard here. And in 2019\, former band member Devin Gutierrez became the ensemble’s assistant director. The 2019 band consists of Victoria Sanders (flute\, vocals)\, Brandon Aleman (clarinet\, vocals)\, Andres Salas (drums\, trombone)\, and Ray Garza (guitar) with Sasha Klare-Ayvazian (director\, bass) and assistant director Devin Gutierrez (piano\, vocals). \nYou can RSVP\, invite friends\, and follow our Facebook event page for updates. \nFor more information email Eric Clow or call 512-454-9912.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/vsa-texas-at-library-live-2/
LOCATION:Art Spark Texas offices\, 1152 San Bernard Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Live
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Clow":MAILTO:eric@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190518T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111134
CREATED:20190507T012121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190515T190508Z
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SUMMARY:OMOD Showcase 2019
DESCRIPTION:Opening Minds\, Opening Doors (OMOD) is a public speaker training program for adults with disabilities. Through an intensive six-week writing workshop\, participants craft personal stories and develop public speaking skills to transform those stories into powerful presentations. \nWe invite you to a showcase of stories that run the gamut of life experiences – from work and family to advocacy\, immigration\, forays into the theatre\, and more. Together these presentations will shatter misconceptions about what it means to live with a disability and remind us that everyone\, regardless of ability and background\, shares a common humanity. RSVP\, invite your friends\, and follow our Facebook event page for updates. \nDoors open at 1:45 PM // Show starts at 2:00 PM \nJoin us in the theatre lobby after the showcase for our “Paws and Claws” Art Pop-Up and “Pet Love” Reception! \nDirections to the Ground Floor Theatre: The theatre is located where Springdale and Airport meet\, behind Austin Bouldering Project and Daily Greens\, tucked between Austin East Ciders and Friends and Allies Brewery. Park in our parking lot\, which is accessible off Springdale\, just past Daily Greens\, and around the back of the building. You can also find a map at www.groundfloortheatre.org and a helpful video at https://vimeo.com/286364861
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/omod-showcase-2019/
LOCATION:Ground Floor Theatre\, 979 Springdale Road\, Suite 122\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:OMOD
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eric Clow":MAILTO:eric@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190518T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190518T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111134
CREATED:20190410T214325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190515T190338Z
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SUMMARY:"Paws and Claws" Art Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:Art Spark Texas presents “Paws and Claws” Pet Portraits Art Pop-up \nIntroduce your pet to the Austin art scene!  The “Paws and Claws” original pet portrait exhibit is an annual fundraiser to support Art Spark Texas artists and programs. \nAll portraits from our Paws and Claws fundraiser will be revealed and displayed together publicly at our FREE art pop-up. 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. \nThe art pop-up runs from 3-4:30 pm at the Ground Floor Theatre on Saturday\, May 18\, 2019. \nDirections to the Ground Floor Theatre: The theatre is located where Springdale and Airport meet\, behind Austin Bouldering Project and Daily Greens\, tucked between Austin East Ciders and Friends and Allies Brewery. Park in our parking lot\, which is accessible off Springdale\, just past Daily Greens\, and around the back of the building. You can also find a map at www.groundfloortheatre.org and a helpful video at https://vimeo.com/286364861 \nThe “Paws and Claws” art pop-up is open to the public but in order to get your pet’s portrait featured at the pop-up you’ll need to do a couple of things: \n\nMake an $85 (per pet) donation to Art Spark Texas by April 30\, 2019\nSend us a photo of your pet Click here \nAttend our May 18\, 2019 pop-up art exhibit and pick up art by 4:30 pm\n\nArrive early and enjoy the Opening Minds\, Opening Doors Showcase inside the theatre starting at 2:00 PM. This event is the culmination of presentations from our six-week writing workshop. \nCan’t wait to see you and your pet’s portrait at the Paws and Claws art pop-up!
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/paws-and-claws-art-pop-up/
LOCATION:Ground Floor Theatre\, 979 Springdale Road\, Suite 122\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibits,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Spark Texas - Artworks":MAILTO:april@artsparktx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190519T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190519T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111134
CREATED:20190329T185038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190507T010002Z
UID:10001056-1558270800-1558281600@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/2019-05-19/
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:20190519T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190519T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111134
CREATED:20190316T220017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190316T220521Z
UID:10001249-1558274400-1558285200@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Audio Described Performance of “Hamilton”
DESCRIPTION:HAMILTON is the story of America’s Founding Father Alexander Hamilton\, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George Washington’s right-hand man during the Revolutionary War and was the new nation’s first Treasury Secretary. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop\, jazz\, blues\, rap\, R&B\, and Broadway\, HAMILTON is the story of America then\, as told by America now. \nCall the Majestic Theatre Box Office at 210-226-3333 and indicate you want audio description.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/ad-performance-of-hamilton-majestic/
LOCATION:Majestic Theatre\, 224 E. Houston Street\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,Audio Described Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190520T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111134
CREATED:20190316T013334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T184620Z
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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-3/
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;TZID=America/Chicago:20190522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111134
CREATED:20190520T201929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190520T201957Z
UID:10001255-1558548000-1558558800@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Ode To Living: A Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this wonderful event devoted to addressing the issue of mental health and suicide. Sponsored by NAMI Texas and Art Spark Texas. The event is free. Registration is available here. \nAbout this Event\nMy name is Rene Morales\, the organizer behind this event and director/producer/writer of “Ode To Living”\, an original short film inspired by the instrumental music of Lady Gaga’s “Million Reasons”. \nReception starts at 6pm. Food and drinks on own expense. Program begins right at 7pm! \nFeatured in the Program:\n\nPanel consisting of the creative team behind the original work.\nScreening of original short film/music video “Ode To Living”.\nOpen forum discussion and testimonials over film and subjects of suicide prevention and mental health with audience.\nVSA and NAMI Texas representatives present resources meant for outreach and support for victims and those close to victims.\nBooths will be set up for further information on the great and inspiring organizations poised to remove the stigma of mental health in society’s view.\n\nThis event is meant to bring this important issue to the forefront as I feel that it doesn’t get enough coverage. Suicide affects a wide spectrum of people\, regardless of social status\, race\, religion\, sex or sexual orientation. Because of this\, it is crucial to come together and realize that we aren’t alone in our own struggles and that we should fight to live not only for ourselves\, but for those who carry our same weight on their shoulders. All are welcomed to this night! Feel free to spread the word and bring your friends and loved ones to this special night!
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/ode-to-living-a-conversation/
LOCATION:Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Slaughter Lane\, 5701 West Slaughter Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 78749\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190525T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190525T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111134
CREATED:20190521T195107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190521T195107Z
UID:10001256-1558789200-1558796400@www.artsparktx.org
SUMMARY:Speaking Advocates: Funny Family Stories
DESCRIPTION:“Stories in families are colossally important. Every family has stories: some funny\, some proud\, some embarrassing\, some shameful. Knowing them is proof of belonging to the family.”\n–Salman Rushdie \nJoin the Speaking Advocates this month to celebrate the odd and funny characters that fill our families and leave us with lasting memories that continue to bring smiles to our faces year after year. \nOur Opening Minds\, Opening Doors Speaking Advocates group is free and meets the last Saturday of every month from 1-3 PM in Room 101 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-funny-family-stories/
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;TZID=America/Chicago:20190525T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190525T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T111134
CREATED:20190508T191115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T191115Z
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SUMMARY:Body Shift at The Contemporary Austin
DESCRIPTION:As part of Abraham Cruzvillegas’s current exhibit of sculptural objects at The Contemporary Austin\, he has generously invited a number of artists to “activate” the installation. We’re excited to announce that Body Shift has been asked to bring work into the gallery and participate with this community of artists. Our offering will take place on Saturday\, May 25th and will be in two parts – a performance and a workshop both in the same day at 700 Congress Ave. More info here. \n– 3pm performance – Brandon Gonzalez and Lauren Tietz direct an improvised ensemble performance that responds to Cruzvillegas’s installation as well as celebrates the spirit of Body Shift. The “activation” brings together a diverse group of people in rehearsal and performance to investigate attention\, attunement\, and affection. In a world that is often harsh\, numb\, and isolating\, an ethics of care encourages relational practices of embodied presence. What does it mean to be present to one’s own experience while being present with that of another? How do we hold more than one perspective? Performers explore their relations through the moment-to-moment actions of movement and touch. Can we arrive together as a multiplicity of bodies (and objects) as a way of rejuvenating\, as well as receiving and giving support? \n– 4:30pm workshop – Following the performance\, Olivia O’Hare and Veronica DeWitt will facilitate a participatory workshop open to the public. We will use exercises from the DanceAbility method of improvisational dance to offer a direct experience of dance as a way to explore the theme of care as well as respond to Cruzvillegas’s idea of autoconstruccion – to make something out of nothing – in relationship to identity – how can we know who we are until we allow the time to attend to our own sensations and then see or sense ourselves in relationship to other people around us and our environment? How can we create our own autoconstruccion with the material of our bodies\, our experience\, and the space that Cruzvillegas has created? \nWe encourage you to stay for both events! You are invited to participate in or observe the workshop. If you plan to participate\, please wear clothes you can comfortably move and stretch in (no skirts or large jewelry). There will be refreshments available on the roof deck during the break from 4-4:30pm. The museum is fully accessible.
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/body-shift-at-the-contemporary-austin/
LOCATION:The Contemporary Austin\, 700 Congress Ave.\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Body Shift
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SUMMARY:Audio Described Performance of “Hamilton”
DESCRIPTION:HAMILTON is the story of America’s Founding Father Alexander Hamilton\, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George Washington’s right-hand man during the Revolutionary War and was the new nation’s first Treasury Secretary. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop\, jazz\, blues\, rap\, R&B\, and Broadway\, HAMILTON is the story of America then\, as told by America now. \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 
URL:https://www.artsparktx.org/event/audio-described-performance-of-hamilton/
LOCATION:Bass Concert Hall\, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessible Performances,Audio Described Performances
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