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the wolf you feed
January 15-February 7, 2026
Inspired by Where The Wild Things Are, this modern fable tells the story of Max and her relationship with a pack of chaotic punk-influenced wolves. Will the wolves lure Max into the wild to run with their pack?
An every.Word Poetry MLK Day Open Mic Hosted by Ebony Stewart
Monday, January 19th, 2026
8:00-10:00 PM
This open mic centers Black poets while welcoming musicians and allies. The evening celebrates freedom of speech, resistance through art, and the collective power of community storytelling inside The VORTEX’s historic Eloise Brooks Cullum Stage, located in Six Square – Austin’s Black Cultural District.
Magical Mind Mysteries w/
Magical Mystical Michael
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026 7:30pm
Magical Mystical Michael...is not your typical Magician. Combining wit, charm, and a "sleight" attitude, this show is laced with his eccentric and illusive logic creating entertaining magic of the mind, eyes, and hands.
The Oldest Profession
April 23 - 26, 2026
The Oldest Profession is a mad dash through 10,000 years of history from a sex worker's perspective. Mixing stand up comedy, history lecture and personal storytelling Kaytlin Bailey offers a new angle on the oldest profession.
Malum Malus Burlesque: Beltane
April 30 - May 3, 2026, 8:00PM
The wheel of the year inspires this occult-based burlesque performance art with a small ensemble. Created by Blaise Ricin.
NEW!
$25 monthly membership
For $25 per month, the new Skipper membership at The VORTEX includes:
🎭 Unlimited theatre tickets for 1 person to all VORTEX productions
🍷 10% off at The Butterfly Bar, every time you visit
🍝 15% off Patrizi’s, every time you visit
🌟 Access to quarterly members-only events
Proceeds from memberships go toward our Artist Endowment, a fund established to pay artists more.
ARTISTS WANTED: PAID POSITIONS
Seeking performance and technical theatre artists for The VORTEX’s 37th Season, 2024-2025.
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