For almost 50 years, Esther’s Follies in Austin Texas has been entertaining sold-out audiences with political satire, comedy sketches, Vegas- style magic and hilarious musical numbers. Esther’s has been hailed as “Austin’s answer to SNL”, with sharp insightful comedy performed by talented actors, entertainers, and musicians.

The Pecan Street Festival, at 48 years strong is an Austin tradition and one of the largest arts and crafts festivals in the country. This family-friendly event takes place twice a year on historic Sixth Street in downtown Austin,.

Affectionately known as “The Velv,” The Velveeta Room is a comic’s comedy club. For over 35 years, comedians have come to this unassuming spot on Sixth Street in Austin, TX. to work out new material, take part in an open mic or see some of the best up and coming talent in the city.

The Texas Burlesque Festival is a two-day hoedown and showdown celebrating the raucous revival of burlesque, vaudeville and the accompanying et cetera. Aimed at (but not exclusive to) the regional, national and international community of ecdysiasts, this weekend overflows with opportunities to refine your bump and grind including parties, a roundtable/brunch, workshops and performances.

“ Veronica Klaus is deeply entrenched in the 1940s and 50s style of the last century. Her look, her style, her attitude and choice of music hail back to a glorious moment in American swing music. Peggy Lee is her main muse and Klaus couldn’t have made a finer selection.”