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Austin has of more than 250 live music venues and enough musicians to book out every night. Enjoy every a range of music genre—most clubs are packed into the downtown area, so it's easy to get around. The arts scene in Austin is buzzing. Enthusiast can find countless galleries on the east side and plenty of independent theater around town.
Bring a blanket and picnic basket to this natural amphitheater and enjoy a Broadway-inspired musical under the warm Texas sky. Right in the heart of the Zilker Park complex, this locally run outdoor theater production company has been performing family-friendly musical theater on the hillsides just across from Barton Springs for almost 70 years. The shows run through summers only; check the events calendar for updated showtimes and information.
