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Esther’s Follies
Esther’s Follies mixes topical satire, stage magic and musical comedy on downtown Sixth Street. Its fast-moving variety format suits an evening of short acts rather than a single sustained play.
Political sketches share the stage with illusions and song, giving the show the changing pace of vaudeville. The theater’s name nods to actress Esther Williams, while its long history connects it to Austin’s counterculture: performer Kerry Awn spent thirty years with the company before leaving in 2011.
What to look for
Current events become material for political satire and comic sketches.
Stage illusions and musical numbers interrupt the spoken comedy with visual and musical acts.
Useful to know
Allow about ninety minutes for the performance when arranging dinner on Sixth Street.
Your next visit
Estimated · Declared scenario and planning estimates; no live opening, weather, queue or booking service.
Indoor visit · 30–45 min
World planning estimate; admission, opening, visit duration and access need checking.
