Calendar - Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)https://calendar.utexas.edu/bass_concert_hall_performing_arts_center_pac_304/calendarCalendar - Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:08:56 -050060en-usLocalistApr 15, 2026: Mamma Mia! at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads.
And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!

Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago.

For over 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story, and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5152557150455730.285816-97.73098Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -05002026-04-15T19:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/mamma-miaArts & HumanitiesApr 16, 2026: Katie Bender: Instructions for a Séance at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Katie Bender—Harry Houdini enthusiast, mom, struggling artist—says she’s been leaving her house after the kids go to sleep... sneaking into TPA's rehearsal studio, stealing items from the prop shop and artifacts of Houdini's from the Harry Ransom Center. She's attempting to contact Houdini himself. So far, she has failed. But for one week in April 2026 she's inviting you to try it with her.

In this unique immersive theatre, DIY experience—created and performed by writer/artist Bender—the audience is invited to summon the spirit of escape artist Harry Houdini and maybe, in the process, break free from the traps in their own lives. Instructions for a Séance is a playful yet poignant exploration of motherhood, artistic ambition, and the urge to disappear. Inspired by the Houdini archives at the Ransom Center, Séance is a 70-minute theatrical gem: compact, gleaming, and utterly unforgettable.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_4991466266392330.285816-97.73098Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:00:00 -05002026-04-16T19:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/katie-bender-instructions-for-a-seanceArts & HumanitiesApr 16, 2026: Mamma Mia! at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads.
And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!

Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago.

For over 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story, and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5152557150455830.285816-97.73098Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -05002026-04-16T19:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/mamma-miaArts & HumanitiesApr 17, 2026: Mamma Mia! at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads.
And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!

Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago.

For over 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story, and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5152557150558330.285816-97.73098Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:00:00 -05002026-04-17T20:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/mamma-miaArts & HumanitiesApr 17, 2026: Katie Bender: Instructions for a Séance at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Katie Bender—Harry Houdini enthusiast, mom, struggling artist—says she’s been leaving her house after the kids go to sleep... sneaking into TPA's rehearsal studio, stealing items from the prop shop and artifacts of Houdini's from the Harry Ransom Center. She's attempting to contact Houdini himself. So far, she has failed. But for one week in April 2026 she's inviting you to try it with her.

In this unique immersive theatre, DIY experience—created and performed by writer/artist Bender—the audience is invited to summon the spirit of escape artist Harry Houdini and maybe, in the process, break free from the traps in their own lives. Instructions for a Séance is a playful yet poignant exploration of motherhood, artistic ambition, and the urge to disappear. Inspired by the Houdini archives at the Ransom Center, Séance is a 70-minute theatrical gem: compact, gleaming, and utterly unforgettable.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_4991466266699630.285816-97.73098Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:00:00 -05002026-04-17T21:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/katie-bender-instructions-for-a-seanceArts & HumanitiesApr 18, 2026: Mamma Mia! at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads.
And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!

Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago.

For over 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story, and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5152557150660830.285816-97.73098Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -05002026-04-18T14:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/mamma-miaArts & HumanitiesApr 18, 2026: Katie Bender: Instructions for a Séance at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Katie Bender—Harry Houdini enthusiast, mom, struggling artist—says she’s been leaving her house after the kids go to sleep... sneaking into TPA's rehearsal studio, stealing items from the prop shop and artifacts of Houdini's from the Harry Ransom Center. She's attempting to contact Houdini himself. So far, she has failed. But for one week in April 2026 she's inviting you to try it with her.

In this unique immersive theatre, DIY experience—created and performed by writer/artist Bender—the audience is invited to summon the spirit of escape artist Harry Houdini and maybe, in the process, break free from the traps in their own lives. Instructions for a Séance is a playful yet poignant exploration of motherhood, artistic ambition, and the urge to disappear. Inspired by the Houdini archives at the Ransom Center, Séance is a 70-minute theatrical gem: compact, gleaming, and utterly unforgettable.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_4991466266904530.285816-97.73098Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -05002026-04-18T17:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/katie-bender-instructions-for-a-seanceArts & HumanitiesApr 18, 2026: Mamma Mia! at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads.
And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!

Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago.

For over 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story, and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5152557150763330.285816-97.73098Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:00:00 -05002026-04-18T20:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/mamma-miaArts & HumanitiesApr 18, 2026: Katie Bender: Instructions for a Séance at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Katie Bender—Harry Houdini enthusiast, mom, struggling artist—says she’s been leaving her house after the kids go to sleep... sneaking into TPA's rehearsal studio, stealing items from the prop shop and artifacts of Houdini's from the Harry Ransom Center. She's attempting to contact Houdini himself. So far, she has failed. But for one week in April 2026 she's inviting you to try it with her.

In this unique immersive theatre, DIY experience—created and performed by writer/artist Bender—the audience is invited to summon the spirit of escape artist Harry Houdini and maybe, in the process, break free from the traps in their own lives. Instructions for a Séance is a playful yet poignant exploration of motherhood, artistic ambition, and the urge to disappear. Inspired by the Houdini archives at the Ransom Center, Séance is a 70-minute theatrical gem: compact, gleaming, and utterly unforgettable.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_4991466267109430.285816-97.73098Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:00:00 -05002026-04-18T21:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/katie-bender-instructions-for-a-seanceArts & HumanitiesApr 19, 2026: Mamma Mia! at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads.
And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!

Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago.

For over 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story, and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5152557150865830.285816-97.73098Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -05002026-04-19T13:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/mamma-miaArts & HumanitiesApr 19, 2026: Katie Bender: Instructions for a Séance at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Katie Bender—Harry Houdini enthusiast, mom, struggling artist—says she’s been leaving her house after the kids go to sleep... sneaking into TPA's rehearsal studio, stealing items from the prop shop and artifacts of Houdini's from the Harry Ransom Center. She's attempting to contact Houdini himself. So far, she has failed. But for one week in April 2026 she's inviting you to try it with her.

In this unique immersive theatre, DIY experience—created and performed by writer/artist Bender—the audience is invited to summon the spirit of escape artist Harry Houdini and maybe, in the process, break free from the traps in their own lives. Instructions for a Séance is a playful yet poignant exploration of motherhood, artistic ambition, and the urge to disappear. Inspired by the Houdini archives at the Ransom Center, Séance is a 70-minute theatrical gem: compact, gleaming, and utterly unforgettable.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_4991466267314330.285816-97.73098Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -05002026-04-19T15:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/katie-bender-instructions-for-a-seanceArts & HumanitiesApr 19, 2026: Mamma Mia! at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads.
And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!

Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago.

For over 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story, and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5152557150968330.285816-97.73098Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:30:00 -05002026-04-19T18:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/mamma-miaArts & HumanitiesApr 24, 2026: Riverdance 30 - The New Generation at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerising choreography and breathtaking performances has left audiences in awe and established Riverdance as a global cultural sensation.

To celebrate this incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance will embark on a special anniversary tour, bringing its magic to audiences around the world. This spectacular production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography and costumes and state of the art lighting, projection and motion graphics. And for the first time Riverdance welcomes “The New Generation” of performers, all of whom were not born when show began 30 years ago.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5003868000447630.285816-97.73098Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -05002026-04-24T19:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/riverdance-30-the-new-generationArts & HumanitiesApr 25, 2026: Riverdance 30 - The New Generation at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerising choreography and breathtaking performances has left audiences in awe and established Riverdance as a global cultural sensation.

To celebrate this incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance will embark on a special anniversary tour, bringing its magic to audiences around the world. This spectacular production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography and costumes and state of the art lighting, projection and motion graphics. And for the first time Riverdance welcomes “The New Generation” of performers, all of whom were not born when show began 30 years ago.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5003868000652530.285816-97.73098Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:30:00 -05002026-04-25T19:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/riverdance-30-the-new-generationArts & HumanitiesApr 26, 2026: Riverdance 30 - The New Generation at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerising choreography and breathtaking performances has left audiences in awe and established Riverdance as a global cultural sensation.

To celebrate this incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance will embark on a special anniversary tour, bringing its magic to audiences around the world. This spectacular production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography and costumes and state of the art lighting, projection and motion graphics. And for the first time Riverdance welcomes “The New Generation” of performers, all of whom were not born when show began 30 years ago.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5003868000959830.285816-97.73098Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -05002026-04-26T14:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/riverdance-30-the-new-generationArts & HumanitiesMay 1, 2026: Dr. Seuss's The Cat In The Hat - Live on Stage! at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)The kids are bored.. again..! What to do with YOUR Thing One and Thing 2?!

Here’s an idea: Bring the whole family to the Worlds Number 1 ‘The Cat in the Hat’ show for an experience they’ll never forget. The story has been around for over 50 years and kids still love it… just like you did!

Two bored kids (This was way before iPads). One rainy day (We’ve all had a few of those) And one crazy cat wearing a red-striped hat (Where was the background check for that babysitter?!)

In 1957, Dr Seuss used only 200 words to write his classic tale. More than 50 years later, The Cat in the Hat is a much-loved children's phenomenon. The play was adapted for the stage in 2009 by the National Theatre of Britain. The Cat in The Hat interrupts this rainy afternoon with his unexpected visit to Sally and her brother's cozy home. Their outspoken and outraged pet Fish is astounded and concerned, but this cat will not be deterred. He will teach us all to make our own fun with nothing but a little imagination. "It's fun to have fun, but you have to know how" Along with Thing One and Thing Two, the cat will fill the theatre with mischievous humour and madcap style.

A timeless tale with a twist—this energetic adaptation bursts onto the stage (and maybe into the aisles). Expect laughs, surprises, and just a bit of delightful disorder!

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5034739029323330.285816-97.73098Fri, 01 May 2026 19:00:00 -05002026-05-01T19:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/dr-seusss-the-cat-in-the-hat-live-on-stageArts & HumanitiesMay 2, 2026: Rhiannon Giddens at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)A masterful singer, multi-instrumentalist, and songwriter, Rhiannon Giddens weaves together folk, blues, country, gospel, and more to create music that invites audiences on a journey through America’s musical heritage and beyond.

Rhiannon Giddens first captured widespread attention in 2005 as a member of the groundbreaking “postmodern string band” Carolina Chocolate Drops. Since then, she has forged a singular, iconic career by expanding her folk roots into a rich tapestry of genres and art forms. A two-time Grammy and Pulitzer Prize winner, MacArthur “Genius” grant recipient, and composer of opera, ballet, and film, Giddens invites audiences on a journey through America’s musical heritage and beyond.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_4991472940489030.285816-97.73098Sat, 02 May 2026 19:30:00 -05002026-05-02T19:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/rhiannon-giddensMay 10, 2026: Zakir Khan at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Welcome to Zakir Khan's world, where laughter meets life in relatable tales. Uncover the journey of India's beloved comedian, blending wit, wisdom, and a touch of poetry, captivating audiences worldwide. Discover the heart behind the humor, as Zakir takes you on an exciting journey full of adventure & anecdote.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5119699456565930.285816-97.73098Sun, 10 May 2026 19:00:00 -05002026-05-10T19:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/zakir-khanArts & HumanitiesMay 12, 2026: The Wiz at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back.

THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new tour, direct from Broadway.

The Baltimore Sun raves “Powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets” and the Chicago Sun-Times proclaims THE WIZ is “An eye-popping and high-intensity revival!”

This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world.

With direction by Schele Williams (The Notebook, revival of Disney’s Aida), choreography by JaQuel Knight (Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies,” Black Is King) and additional material by Tony-nominated and Emmy-nominated writer and TV host Amber Ruffin (The Amber Ruffin Show, Late Night with Seth Meyers), this dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road. Everybody rejoice!

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5195880833696930.285816-97.73098Tue, 12 May 2026 19:30:00 -05002026-05-12T19:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/the-wizArts & HumanitiesMay 13, 2026: The Wiz at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back.

THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new tour, direct from Broadway.

The Baltimore Sun raves “Powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets” and the Chicago Sun-Times proclaims THE WIZ is “An eye-popping and high-intensity revival!”

This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world.

With direction by Schele Williams (The Notebook, revival of Disney’s Aida), choreography by JaQuel Knight (Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies,” Black Is King) and additional material by Tony-nominated and Emmy-nominated writer and TV host Amber Ruffin (The Amber Ruffin Show, Late Night with Seth Meyers), this dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road. Everybody rejoice!

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5195880833901830.285816-97.73098Wed, 13 May 2026 19:30:00 -05002026-05-13T19:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/the-wizArts & HumanitiesMay 14, 2026: The Wiz at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back.

THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new tour, direct from Broadway.

The Baltimore Sun raves “Powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets” and the Chicago Sun-Times proclaims THE WIZ is “An eye-popping and high-intensity revival!”

This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world.

With direction by Schele Williams (The Notebook, revival of Disney’s Aida), choreography by JaQuel Knight (Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies,” Black Is King) and additional material by Tony-nominated and Emmy-nominated writer and TV host Amber Ruffin (The Amber Ruffin Show, Late Night with Seth Meyers), this dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road. Everybody rejoice!

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5195880834004330.285816-97.73098Thu, 14 May 2026 19:30:00 -05002026-05-14T19:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/the-wizArts & HumanitiesMay 15, 2026: The Wiz at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back.

THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new tour, direct from Broadway.

The Baltimore Sun raves “Powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets” and the Chicago Sun-Times proclaims THE WIZ is “An eye-popping and high-intensity revival!”

This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world.

With direction by Schele Williams (The Notebook, revival of Disney’s Aida), choreography by JaQuel Knight (Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies,” Black Is King) and additional material by Tony-nominated and Emmy-nominated writer and TV host Amber Ruffin (The Amber Ruffin Show, Late Night with Seth Meyers), this dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road. Everybody rejoice!

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5195880834106830.285816-97.73098Fri, 15 May 2026 20:00:00 -05002026-05-15T20:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/the-wizArts & HumanitiesMay 16, 2026: The Wiz at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back.

THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new tour, direct from Broadway.

The Baltimore Sun raves “Powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets” and the Chicago Sun-Times proclaims THE WIZ is “An eye-popping and high-intensity revival!”

This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world.

With direction by Schele Williams (The Notebook, revival of Disney’s Aida), choreography by JaQuel Knight (Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies,” Black Is King) and additional material by Tony-nominated and Emmy-nominated writer and TV host Amber Ruffin (The Amber Ruffin Show, Late Night with Seth Meyers), this dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road. Everybody rejoice!

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5195880834209330.285816-97.73098Sat, 16 May 2026 14:00:00 -05002026-05-16T14:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/the-wizArts & HumanitiesMay 16, 2026: The Wiz at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back.

THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new tour, direct from Broadway.

The Baltimore Sun raves “Powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets” and the Chicago Sun-Times proclaims THE WIZ is “An eye-popping and high-intensity revival!”

This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world.

With direction by Schele Williams (The Notebook, revival of Disney’s Aida), choreography by JaQuel Knight (Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies,” Black Is King) and additional material by Tony-nominated and Emmy-nominated writer and TV host Amber Ruffin (The Amber Ruffin Show, Late Night with Seth Meyers), this dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road. Everybody rejoice!

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5195880834311830.285816-97.73098Sat, 16 May 2026 20:00:00 -05002026-05-16T20:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/the-wizArts & HumanitiesMay 17, 2026: The Wiz at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back.

THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new tour, direct from Broadway.

The Baltimore Sun raves “Powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets” and the Chicago Sun-Times proclaims THE WIZ is “An eye-popping and high-intensity revival!”

This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world.

With direction by Schele Williams (The Notebook, revival of Disney’s Aida), choreography by JaQuel Knight (Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies,” Black Is King) and additional material by Tony-nominated and Emmy-nominated writer and TV host Amber Ruffin (The Amber Ruffin Show, Late Night with Seth Meyers), this dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road. Everybody rejoice!

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5195880834414330.285816-97.73098Sun, 17 May 2026 13:00:00 -05002026-05-17T13:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/the-wizArts & HumanitiesMay 17, 2026: The Wiz at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)The Tony® Award-winning Best Musical that took the world by storm is back.

THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new tour, direct from Broadway.

The Baltimore Sun raves “Powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets” and the Chicago Sun-Times proclaims THE WIZ is “An eye-popping and high-intensity revival!”

This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world.

With direction by Schele Williams (The Notebook, revival of Disney’s Aida), choreography by JaQuel Knight (Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies,” Black Is King) and additional material by Tony-nominated and Emmy-nominated writer and TV host Amber Ruffin (The Amber Ruffin Show, Late Night with Seth Meyers), this dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz, and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road. Everybody rejoice!

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5195880834516830.285816-97.73098Sun, 17 May 2026 18:30:00 -05002026-05-17T18:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/the-wizArts & HumanitiesMay 21, 2026: ATXplained Live at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)KUT’s award-winning ATXplained project is coming back to the stage with brand new stories based on questions from the Austin community. An evolution of the ATXplained stories you hear on the radio and read online, ATXplained Live brings a new dimension to the journalism you love from KUT. Through words and images – and a few surprises – your favorite KUT reporters will bring you unforgettable stories that help you understand your city better.

Come out early and take in our ATXpo! Enjoy live music on the plaza. Engage with local businesses. Shop local vendors. Learn about organizations that support Austin, like Meals on Wheels and the Austin Transit Partnership. And sample some of the city’s best! ATXpo begins at 6 p.m.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5157740303030330.285816-97.73098Thu, 21 May 2026 19:30:00 -05002026-05-21T19:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/atxplained-live-may2026Arts & HumanitiesMay 29, 2026: Jerry Seinfeld at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)America’s premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, comes to the Bass Concert Hall stage in Austin, Texas, to perform his newest stand-up routine on May 29, 2026, at 7 pm. Tickets go on sale Friday, October 31, 2025, at 10 am! Seinfeld has been hailed for his uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere. His latest Emmy-nominated Netflix projects include Jerry Before Seinfeld and 23 Hours to Kill along with the highly acclaimed web series, Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee. Seinfeld has also starred in, written, and produced movies (Comedian, Bee Movie), directed and produced a Broadway hit (Colin Quinn: Long Story Short), and wrote three best-selling books (Is This Anything?, The Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee Book, and Seinlanguage) and a children’s book (Halloween). He stars in the Emmy-nominated comedy film, Unfrosted, which he directed, co-wrote, and produced. Seinfeld continues to perform both nationally and internationally.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5115265636055530.285816-97.73098Fri, 29 May 2026 19:00:00 -05002026-05-29T19:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/jerry-seinfeldArts & HumanitiesMay 29, 2026: Jerry Seinfeld at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)America’s premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, comes to the Bass Concert Hall stage in Austin, Texas, to perform his newest stand-up routine on May 29, 2026, at 7 pm. Tickets go on sale Friday, October 31, 2025, at 10 am! Seinfeld has been hailed for his uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere. His latest Emmy-nominated Netflix projects include Jerry Before Seinfeld and 23 Hours to Kill along with the highly acclaimed web series, Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee. Seinfeld has also starred in, written, and produced movies (Comedian, Bee Movie), directed and produced a Broadway hit (Colin Quinn: Long Story Short), and wrote three best-selling books (Is This Anything?, The Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee Book, and Seinlanguage) and a children’s book (Halloween). He stars in the Emmy-nominated comedy film, Unfrosted, which he directed, co-wrote, and produced. Seinfeld continues to perform both nationally and internationally.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5190463857434530.285816-97.73098Fri, 29 May 2026 21:30:00 -05002026-05-29T21:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/jerry-seinfeldArts & HumanitiesJun 4, 2026: Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me! at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me! is National Public Radio’s Peabody Award-winning comedy news quiz show. Host Peter Sagal leads a rotating panel of comedians, writers, listener contestants, and celebrity guests through a rollicking review of the week’s news. Contestants vie for the most coveted prize in all of public radio: a custom-recorded greeting by any of our cast members for their voicemail.

Every week, Wait, Wait…. Don’t Tell Me! records in front of a live audience, then carefully edits out all the raunchy, inappropriate, shocking, and hilarious stuff so we can broadcast something that doesn’t get NPR in trouble… well, more trouble. The only way you can find out what our panelists and guests really think about the news is to come see for yourself. And please—don’t tell NPR. Also, we’re all much more attractive than we sound.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5246182008592130.285816-97.73098Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:30:00 -05002026-06-04T19:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/wait-waitdont-tell-meArts & HumanitiesJun 12, 2026: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring in Concert at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Composer Howard Shore brings J.R.R. Tolkien’s literary imagination to vivid life with his Academy®- and Grammy® Award-winning score to The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. Shore’s music expresses Peter Jackson’s film as an immense symphonic work—a uniquely developed vision drawn from centuries of stylistic tendencies.

The music of The Lord of the Rings is counted among film music’s most complex and comprehensive works. This unique performance sets the score to the film, but allows the music to bear the narrative weight, creating a wholly new and dramatic live concert experience.

Shore’s score not only captures Fellowship’s sweeping emotion, thrilling vistas and grand journeys, but also echoes the very construction of Tolkien’s Middle-earth. Styles, instruments and performers collected from around the world provide each of Tolkien’s cultures with a unique musical imprint. In operatic fashion, these musical worlds commingle, sometimes combining forces for a culminated power, other times violently clashing…and always bending to the will of the One Ring and its own ominous family of themes.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5127775015168530.285816-97.73098Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:30:00 -05002026-06-12T19:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/the-lord-of-the-rings-the-fellowship-of-the-ring-in-concertArts & HumanitiesJun 13, 2026: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring in Concert at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Composer Howard Shore brings J.R.R. Tolkien’s literary imagination to vivid life with his Academy®- and Grammy® Award-winning score to The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. Shore’s music expresses Peter Jackson’s film as an immense symphonic work—a uniquely developed vision drawn from centuries of stylistic tendencies.

The music of The Lord of the Rings is counted among film music’s most complex and comprehensive works. This unique performance sets the score to the film, but allows the music to bear the narrative weight, creating a wholly new and dramatic live concert experience.

Shore’s score not only captures Fellowship’s sweeping emotion, thrilling vistas and grand journeys, but also echoes the very construction of Tolkien’s Middle-earth. Styles, instruments and performers collected from around the world provide each of Tolkien’s cultures with a unique musical imprint. In operatic fashion, these musical worlds commingle, sometimes combining forces for a culminated power, other times violently clashing…and always bending to the will of the One Ring and its own ominous family of themes.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5127775015271030.285816-97.73098Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:30:00 -05002026-06-13T19:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/the-lord-of-the-rings-the-fellowship-of-the-ring-in-concertArts & HumanitiesJun 14, 2026: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring in Concert at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Composer Howard Shore brings J.R.R. Tolkien’s literary imagination to vivid life with his Academy®- and Grammy® Award-winning score to The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. Shore’s music expresses Peter Jackson’s film as an immense symphonic work—a uniquely developed vision drawn from centuries of stylistic tendencies.

The music of The Lord of the Rings is counted among film music’s most complex and comprehensive works. This unique performance sets the score to the film, but allows the music to bear the narrative weight, creating a wholly new and dramatic live concert experience.

Shore’s score not only captures Fellowship’s sweeping emotion, thrilling vistas and grand journeys, but also echoes the very construction of Tolkien’s Middle-earth. Styles, instruments and performers collected from around the world provide each of Tolkien’s cultures with a unique musical imprint. In operatic fashion, these musical worlds commingle, sometimes combining forces for a culminated power, other times violently clashing…and always bending to the will of the One Ring and its own ominous family of themes.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5127775015373530.285816-97.73098Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -05002026-06-14T14:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/the-lord-of-the-rings-the-fellowship-of-the-ring-in-concertArts & HumanitiesJul 14, 2026: & Juliet at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Created by the Emmy®-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way.

Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including "Since U Been Gone‚" "Roar," "Baby One More Time," "Larger Than Life‚" "That’s The Way It Is,“ and "Can't Stop the Feeling!"—all from the genius songwriter/producer behind more #1 hits than any other artist this century. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5214364272277830.285816-97.73098Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:30:00 -05002026-07-14T19:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/julietArts & HumanitiesJul 15, 2026: & Juliet at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Created by the Emmy®-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way.

Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including "Since U Been Gone‚" "Roar," "Baby One More Time," "Larger Than Life‚" "That’s The Way It Is,“ and "Can't Stop the Feeling!"—all from the genius songwriter/producer behind more #1 hits than any other artist this century. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5214364272380330.285816-97.73098Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:30:00 -05002026-07-15T19:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/julietArts & HumanitiesJul 16, 2026: & Juliet at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Created by the Emmy®-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way.

Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including "Since U Been Gone‚" "Roar," "Baby One More Time," "Larger Than Life‚" "That’s The Way It Is,“ and "Can't Stop the Feeling!"—all from the genius songwriter/producer behind more #1 hits than any other artist this century. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5214364272482830.285816-97.73098Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:30:00 -05002026-07-16T19:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/julietArts & HumanitiesJul 17, 2026: & Juliet at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Created by the Emmy®-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way.

Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including "Since U Been Gone‚" "Roar," "Baby One More Time," "Larger Than Life‚" "That’s The Way It Is,“ and "Can't Stop the Feeling!"—all from the genius songwriter/producer behind more #1 hits than any other artist this century. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5214364272585330.285816-97.73098Fri, 17 Jul 2026 20:00:00 -05002026-07-17T20:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/julietArts & HumanitiesJul 18, 2026: & Juliet at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Created by the Emmy®-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way.

Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including "Since U Been Gone‚" "Roar," "Baby One More Time," "Larger Than Life‚" "That’s The Way It Is,“ and "Can't Stop the Feeling!"—all from the genius songwriter/producer behind more #1 hits than any other artist this century. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5214364272585430.285816-97.73098Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:00:00 -05002026-07-18T14:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/julietArts & HumanitiesJul 18, 2026: & Juliet at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Created by the Emmy®-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way.

Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including "Since U Been Gone‚" "Roar," "Baby One More Time," "Larger Than Life‚" "That’s The Way It Is,“ and "Can't Stop the Feeling!"—all from the genius songwriter/producer behind more #1 hits than any other artist this century. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5214364272687930.285816-97.73098Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:00:00 -05002026-07-18T20:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/julietArts & HumanitiesJul 19, 2026: & Juliet at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Created by the Emmy®-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way.

Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including "Since U Been Gone‚" "Roar," "Baby One More Time," "Larger Than Life‚" "That’s The Way It Is,“ and "Can't Stop the Feeling!"—all from the genius songwriter/producer behind more #1 hits than any other artist this century. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5214364272790430.285816-97.73098Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -05002026-07-19T13:00:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/julietArts & HumanitiesJul 19, 2026: & Juliet at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Created by the Emmy®-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way.

Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including "Since U Been Gone‚" "Roar," "Baby One More Time," "Larger Than Life‚" "That’s The Way It Is,“ and "Can't Stop the Feeling!"—all from the genius songwriter/producer behind more #1 hits than any other artist this century. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5214364272892930.285816-97.73098Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:30:00 -05002026-07-19T18:30:00-05:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/julietArts & HumanitiesNov 28, 2026: Outlander in Concert at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Experience the official “Outlander” in-concert event! A live orchestra performs Bear McCreary’s acclaimed score, curated by showrunner Matthew B. Roberts, while highlights from eight seasons illuminate the screen. From Craigh na Dun to the New World, relive Claire and Jamie’s journey as Scotland’s Celtic sound takes the spotlight.

Outlander in Concert celebrates the show’s rich heritage, the timeless romance between Claire and Jamie, and the sweeping landscapes that made us fall in love. Premiering in Scotland; the heart and home of “Outlander,” Echoes of The Highlands will fill the air, reminding us that this is not the end… but just the beginning.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5246180147242430.285816-97.73098Sat, 28 Nov 2026 20:00:00 -06002026-11-28T20:00:00-06:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/outlander-in-concertArts & HumanitiesDec 11, 2026: Blue October at Bass Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center (PAC)Blue October returns to Bass Concert Hall this December in celebration of the 20th anniversary of their platinum-selling record Foiled. Blue October’s deeply personal songwriting and emotionally resonant sound on Foiled cemented the Houston-bred band as one of rock’s most distinctive voices. While Foiled marked a breakthrough moment for the band, it was only the beginning. Its impact continues to ripple outward as new listeners discover the album alongside the expansive catalog that followed. The connection forged through its lyrics has only deepened over time, helping grow a devoted global audience. Blue October’s catalog now surpasses one billion streams and continues to climb.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5246178347613930.285816-97.73098Fri, 11 Dec 2026 20:00:00 -06002026-12-11T20:00:00-06:00https://calendar.utexas.edu/event/blue-octoberArts & Humanities