The 11th Annual Heller Awards for Young Artists (HAYAs) took place Wednesday night at the Long Center, in collaboration with Texas Performing Arts and Impact Arts. Jamias Hughes from Lockhart High School and Ava Moak from Round Rock High School won the top prizes and will go on to the Jimmys in NYC in June.

Lisa B. Thompson has been working on The Black Feminist Guide to the Human Body as a 2023-2024 Texas Performing Arts Artist in Residence. KUT’s Jennifer Stayton talked with Thompson ahead of the premiere at the Vortex Theatre this month about the themes of the work.

BroadwayWorld Austin talks with Abby Z, director and choreographer of Radioactive Practice, about her work with the New Utility and this unique show opening Friday as part of the Fusebox Festival here in Austin. "It's not your typical sit and be quiet in the audience dance show," -- Abby Z.

After making its way through various countries, including Germany, France, and the United Arab Emirates, Cultural Exchange Rate is now trekking across the U.S. In a partnership with Texas Performing Arts and Fusebox, El Khoury’s work is visiting Austin and campus from April 10-14, as part of the 2024 Fusebox Festival.