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“A Behanding in Spokane”

We love our neighborhood performing arts theater! Every production is filled with unique talent and courageous effort. And this one is no different. We encourage you to check out “A Behanding in Spokane,” by Irish playwright Martin McDonagh, playing at the Hyde Park Theatre through May 28.

This is the director’s first play set in America and already his play has people talking. The New York Times calls it, “perfect, demented, ecstatic, and imaginative.” The Wall Street Journal said, “You’ll spend 90 minutes laughing nonstop.”

Check out the trailer here!

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Posted on May 9th 2011 | No Comments »

St. Nicholas at Hyde Park Theatre, now thru Mar 12

Hyde Park Theatre’s production of St. Nicholas is garnering glowing reviews from the likes of Spike Gillespie and Austin Theatre Examiner.

poster for the hit play, St. Nicholas, at Hyde Park Theatre

Hyde Park Theatre's hit play continues Thurs - Sun thru Mar 12

It runs Thurs thru Sundays, thru March 12.  NOTE:  Thursdays are Pay-What-You-Can nights.

A great night out.  Includes vampires.  (Go see it, and you’ll see why.)

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Posted on March 5th 2011 | No Comments »

Hyde Park Theatre

Ever been to Hyde Park Theatre?

HydeParkTheatre exterior day

Hyde Park Theatre, actual size (almost)

It’s a little tiny place that packs a powerful punch.

We’re told the building was once a post office for the Hyde Park neighborhood.  It figures.

But it’s what’s inside that counts.  And what’s inside is Austin’s premier place for cutting edge, alternative theatre.  When you want big flashy shows and musicals where you know all the songs, head to Broadway Across America at Bass Concert Hall, or the Long Center, Zack Scott or even the State Theatre.

When you want in-your-face /you-can’t-believe-they-said-that / you’ll-never-guess-what’s-happening-next theatre, treat yourself to a performance at Hyde Park Theatre.

As a reviewer on CitySearch puts it:

Great Plays, Great price!!

Drove by the theater 3 times before I found it–It doesn’t look at all like a regular theater from the outside, and more like a run down gym. Inside though, it’s theater in the semi-round. GREAT plays!! And on thursday they have “pay what you want” night, which is quite possibly the coolest idea ever!!! You donate whatever you have in your pockets, and get to watch the show!! Just get there early, because obviously w/ optional pricing they fill up early. Honestly though, it’s such a fun Austin experience, I’d go even on a full price night!!

  • Pros: Cool thing to do for not a lot of money.
  • Cons: Hard to find the first time. Everything else is great!

We recommend them so highly, we post their schedule on our calendar.  And we’re prone to giving a ticket or two to each of their performances to folks on our email list.

Of course, we’d be remiss if we didn’t mention that our Central Austin locaton, at 4206 Duval in the heart of historic Hyde Park neighborhood, is the ideal spot for a pre-show meal or a post-show late night drink or snack.   It’s an easy 12 minute stroll from our doors to the theatre.

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Posted on March 5th 2011 | No Comments »

8/2-8/15 Jersey Boys Ticket Drawing & Ticket Discounts

JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, plays Bass Concert Hall, Aug 18 – Sept 5.

Two ways Hyde Park Bar and Grill wants to help you see JERSEY BOYS:

Enter to win tickets to The Jersey Boys at either Hyde Park Bar & Grill location! Click the picture to watch the trailer.

1. In-store drawing. Drop your name into the jar at either location for a chance to Win Free Tickets – enter by August 15th.  Enter at either HPB&G location August 2nd to August 15th for ticket drawing.

2. SPECIAL SUPPER CLUB DISCOUNT AVAILABLE! Purchase tickets through the Austin Supper Club for the first 2 weeks of JERSEY BOYS and RECEIVE 25% OFF THE SINGLE TICKET PRICE IN ALL SECTIONS!

Go here and enter DINEAUSTIN to buy tickets and your Supper Club dinner (includes tax & gratuity so it’s easy in, easy out on the night of the show!)

About JERSEY BOYS:

The show is a Tony award-winning Best Musical of 2006 which is almost sold out! JERSEY BOYS is something you don’t want to miss! Watch the trailer by clicking here.

Central: 458-3168 -4206 Duval — in historic Hyde Park neighborhood, just north of UT & downtown

South: 899-2700 – 4521 Westgate — in Central Market south shopping center

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Posted on July 31st 2010 | No Comments »