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Sat, May 18
REST Fest: Docuseries
https://vimeo.com/theorists
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May 18, 2024, 10:00 AM – May 26, 2024, 11:50 PM
On sale now for a limited time! The last total solar eclipse in centuries has forever changed our lives and our REST is revolutionary! Hear the true stories behind REST Fest and see the real show within the show. You had to have been there, but with a docuseries ticket, you still can!
Time is TBD
Theorist Workshop CDMX and Oaxaca
Mexico City
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Time is TBD
More details TBA
Wed, May 01
Deborah Hay 2024 Fall Workshop Application
www.thetheorists.org/dhdc
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May 01, 2024, 10:50 PM – 11:50 PM
A 10 day workshop conducted by Deborah Hay in East Austin, Texas.
Fri, Apr 12
RESTshops at REST Fest
Dougherty Arts Center
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Apr 12, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
RESTshops are our spin on workshops. Open to all abilities. No experience is necessary.
Thu, Apr 04
REST Fest: Eclipse Edition
Dougherty Arts Center
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Apr 04, 2024, 6:00 PM
The time has come for the last total solar eclipse in centuries, and your REST is revolutionary! Eclipse myths tell of celestial dragons and humans fighting for the light. Before the sky goes dark, REST Fest lights up Austin with parades, live music, dance, haptic art, and dinner in the dark.
Wed, Apr 03
REST Fest 2024
Dougherty Arts Center
Details
Apr 03, 2024, 6:00 PM
TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR! Presold tickets are now closed. See you in Dreamland! The time has come for the last total solar eclipse in centuries, and your REST is revolutionary! REST Fest lights up Austin with parades, live music, dance, haptic art, and dinner in the dark.
Fri, Mar 08
2024 REST Fest Vendor Application
https://bit.ly/restfestvendor
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Mar 08, 2024, 11:59 PM CST – Mar 09, 2024, 12:04 AM CST
REST Fest is interested in presenting all haptic art forms inviting mixed-ability accessibility, theatrical and site-specific performances, and new media installations. We accept applications for Austin vendors to participate in the festival!
Fri, Feb 16
XYZ Artist Retreat | Wintering Edition
Austin
Details
Feb 16, 2024, 3:00 PM CST – Feb 18, 2024, 4:00 PM CST
Come experiment with movement and creative tools that will help you do what you do even better, AND do what you love with those you love even longer.
Mon, Feb 12
February Evenings with Deborah Hay
Private studio in Travis Heights
Details
Feb 12, 2024, 7:00 PM CST – Feb 23, 2024, 8:00 PM CST
“I want a wider personal exchange with the Austin community but I am not sure how to make that happen. My first attempt is set for February 2024.” - Deborah Hay
Sun, Feb 11
2024 REST Fest Proposals
Austin
Details
Feb 11, 2024, 11:59 PM CST – Feb 12, 2024, 12:04 AM CST
REST Fest is interested in presenting all haptic art forms inviting mixed-ability accessibility, theatrical and site-specific performances, and new media installations. We accept proposals for new works. Dream with us a co-created future.
Thu, Feb 08
2024 REST Fest Submissions
Austin
Details
Feb 08, 2024, 11:59 PM CST – Feb 09, 2024, 12:04 AM CST
REST Fest is interested in presenting all haptic art forms inviting mixed-ability accessibility, theatrical and site-specific performances, and new media installations. We accept proposals for new works. Dream with us a co-created future.
Wed, Feb 07
February Classes with Deborah Hay
Private studio in Travis Heights
Details
Feb 07, 2024, 1:30 PM CST – Feb 28, 2024, 2:30 PM CST
For trained and untrained dancers/performers/individuals, i.e. no experience necessary
Sun, Jan 14
Grief Gathering
Wood Haven ATX
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Jan 14, 2024, 3:00 PM – Jan 15, 2024, 5:00 PM
Our Grief Gathering this Fall Season is an open invitation for our community to hold space for grief with compassion, and empathy, and deepen our relationships.
Fri, Jan 12
XYZ Artist Retreat | Wintering
Austin
Details
Jan 12, 2024, 3:00 PM CST – Jan 15, 2024, 3:00 PM CST
Come experiment with movement and creative tools that will help you do what you do even better, AND do what you love with those you love even longer.
Sun, Nov 19
Grief Gathering
Wood Haven ATX
Details
Nov 19, 2023, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Our Grief Gathering this Fall Season is an open invitation for our community to hold space for grief with compassion, and empathy, and deepen our relationships.
Fri, Nov 17
XYZ Artist Retreat | Falling Edition
Austin
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Nov 17, 2023, 3:00 PM CST – Nov 19, 2023, 3:00 PM CST
Come experiment with movement and creative tools that will help you do what you do even better, AND do what you love with those you love even longer.
Fri, Oct 20
XYZ Artist Retreat | Falling
Austin
Details
Oct 20, 2023, 3:00 PM CDT – Oct 22, 2023, 3:00 PM CDT
Come experiment with movement and creative tools that will help you do what you do even better, AND do what you love with those you love even longer.
Sat, Oct 07
See Through Closed Curtains
Texas Women's University
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Oct 07, 2023, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
A Conversation While Dancing, Blind Texas Dance Improv Festival 2023