People of Austin

Performing Arts
By Heidi Okla

Two Local Musical Theatre Legends Spread a Decade of Holiday Joy in “A Christmas Carol”

Kenny Williams and Roderick Sanford in "A Christmas Carol" at Zach Theatre in Austin.

Austin Trail of Lights with Santa and Mrs. Claus

Meet the Real-Life Couple Keeping Holiday Magic Alive as Santa & Mrs. Claus on the Austin Trail of Lights

Guy Benson and Deborah Parsons have been keeping Austin merry for over a decade

Arts
By Deven Wilson

Behind the Magic of Blue Genie Art Bazaar

Learn how this beloved Austin art market and holiday tradition got its start

Eric Burton and Adrian Quesada of the Black Pumas

Music
By Christina Garcia

An Inside Look at What Matter’s Most to the Austin-Based Black Pumas

We caught up with rockstars Eric Burton and Adrian Quesada about life on tour, what keeps them sane, and why returning home before the holidays brings them joy

Zane Holtz, owner of East Austin Jiu-Jitsu Parlor

Actor Zane Holtz Opens Community-Focused East Austin Jiu-Jitsu Parlor While Still Starring on the Big Screen

Zane Holtz, famous for his roles in "From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series," “Hypnotic,” “Walker,” and "Riverdale," has kicked off a new adventure in the capital city

Founder and CEO of The Kindness Campaign, Andra Leimandt, with her new book, "Enoughie Buddy Finds His Superpowers".

Philanthropy
By Heidi Okla

On a Mission to Promote Kindness, Austin-based Mental Health Advocate Andra Liemandt Debuts New Children’s Book

Founder and CEO of The Kindness Campaign, Andra Liemandt, released first book 'Enoughie Buddy Finds His Superpower' ahead of World Kindness Day

Arts
By Jillian Anthony

How Austin Artist Dawn Okoro Painted Her Way to International Success

Okoro’s work has been shown in dozens of galleries and art shows, from Christie’s New York to London’s Maddox Gallery, and is now on view at Houston's new Meow Wolf