Austin Wednesday, March 15 Events
Shear Madness. The longest-running comedy in ZACH's history
returns in an all-new production! It's murder among the curlers in this
hilarious whodunit where you play armchair detective, uncover the secrets, and
help an outrageous cast of characters solve the crime amidst a trendy Austin
hair salon. Location: Zachary Scott Theater
Call 512-476-0541.
The Vietnam Experience. The Vietnam Experience is strongly
interpreted in this selection of 22 paintings, watercolors, and drawings by six
combat artists.
These paintings and drawings give a visual sense of the Vietnam War, from the
colors and landscape to the people and the adrenaline-charged combat actions.
The paintings capture the surprise attacks of the guerilla conflict, the vigil
River Patrol Boats maintained in keeping rivers open, and eyewitness accounts of
the dangers of this war. Location: Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum.
Call 512-721-0200 for details.
New Botanicals Exhibit. Mary Welborn's New Botanicals is an exhibit of lyrical watercolor paintings of native flora and the role they play in our complex ecosystems. It is on display from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and noon to 5:30 p.m. Sundays in the McDermott Learning Center. These paintings are a charming and educational twist on traditional botanical painting.
South by Southwest. Talented, filmmakers, musicians and multi-media artists from around the world gather to showcase music, film and interactive. Location: Austin Convention Center. Call 512-467-7979 for more information.
An Artisans Festival. From fine art to folk art, the best in natural forms are on display. Artists and artisans showcase their nature-related work including metal work, painting, photography, pottery and more. Event highlights include family learning activities, walks and talks, and entertainment provided by various local musicians. Location: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Call 512-292-4200 for more details.
Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo. Austin goes cowboy as PCRA competitors
hit the arena and area students exhibit prize livestock. Headline entertainment
rocks the arena after the rodeo events. Location: Travis County Exposition
Center. Call 512-919-3000 for more details.