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Austin Zook

Austin Zook is a freelancer who has contributed to the Dallas Observer since 2025. His work has also appeared in D Magazine. He enjoys writing about the arts and culture scene in Dallas, especially related to film. You can probably find him in an aisle seat at your local theater.

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Comedian Sheng Wang Is Bringing His Biggest Tour Ever to Dallas

By Austin ZookJune 17, 2025

We caught up with the Texas-raised comedian ahead of his stand-up set at the Majestic Theatre on Saturday.

Dallas-Made Film Age of Audio Details the Personal Side of Podcasting

By Austin ZookJune 13, 2025

The new documentary features interviews with notable podcasters, including Ira Glass, Marc Maron and Kevin Smith.

Alex Ross Perry’s Pavements Is A Music Film Reimagined

By Austin ZookJune 10, 2025

The director’s new film about slacker-rock band Pavement will play in a limited run at the Texas Theatre this month.

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Jazz, History and Dave Brubeck’s Music Are Brubeck Brothers Quartet’s Recipe for Success

By Austin ZookJune 9, 2025

The band honored and built upon the music of the late Dave Brubeck during a show at Windmills Craftworks in The Colony.

The 2025 Texas Production Expo Is Focused on the Future of Texas Filmmaking

By Austin ZookMay 21, 2025

The free event in Grapevine brings together film professionals from across the state for a close-up of new filmmaking technology.

The Texas Theatre Is Embracing Cinema’s Bleak Side

By Austin ZookMay 16, 2025

The Oak Cliff theater is partnering with American Cinematheque to present “Bleak Week: Cinema of Despair” next month.

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Inaugural Afro Air Festival To Celebrate African Heritage in Dallas

By Austin ZookMay 9, 2025

The new festival will showcase food, music and art from across the African Diaspora at Fair Park on May 17.

Dallas Moviegoers Might Get To Meet Tom Cruise Soon

By Austin ZookMay 8, 2025

If you’re lucky, you might get to see him at a screening for Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning. Or at a barbecue spot.

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Buddy Guy, Fresh Off ‘Sinners’ Role, Kept Blues Alive at Irving Show

By Austin ZookMay 8, 2025

The blues legend played with the energy of a much younger man at Toyota Music Factory, opening for Tedeschi Trucks Band.

New Horror Film The Other Used Local Crew to Craft Its Thrills

By Austin ZookMay 7, 2025

When the creator of the Final Destination franchise wanted to produce a new original horror film, he looked to Dallas talent.

Oak Cliff Film Festival’s Student Workshop Trains Next Great Filmmakers

By Austin ZookApril 30, 2025

The annual film festival partners with Dallas nonprofit For Oak Cliff to allow young creators to learn more about independent filmmaking.

Adam Lowder’s Wayward Kin Proves That Indie Filmmaking Has a Future in North Texas

By Austin ZookApril 28, 2025

The film, which Lowder co-wrote with its star, David Joseph Volino, explores a heated custody battle.

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New Doc The Stones Are Speaking Builds a Bridge Between Texas and Ancient History

By Austin ZookApril 24, 2025

A local, first-time director examines the work of a Texas archaeologist in a fascinating way.

Roadshow to Support Bill Boosting Incentives for Film Production Kicks Off

By Austin ZookApril 17, 2025

Beginning in Dallas, the group travels around Texas to advocate for the state as a filming destination.

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Oak Cliff Sandlot Gives Everyone a Chance to Fall in Love with Baseball

By Austin ZookApril 4, 2025

The local league emphasizes good times and good vibes, with baseball as a communal experience.

Dallas Literary Festival Celebrates 50 Years with a Lively Lineup

By Austin ZookMarch 31, 2025

Authors, musicians and other artists who use storytelling will converge on the SMU campus for the long-running event.

Elon Musk Piñatas Are in High Demand at an Oak Cliff Party Supply Shop

By Austin ZookMarch 28, 2025

The people destroying Teslas should really hear about this: You can now beat up Elon Musk, at a party, in front of guests.

Dallas Educators Grow Sustainability in the Arts With NextGen Partnerships

By Austin ZookMarch 25, 2025

Dallas arts and entertainment is about to grow exponentially, according to Dallas College.

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The Latin American Film Festival of Dallas Returns for Its Second Year

By Austin ZookMarch 21, 2025

This is a great time to support Latin American artists. The festival takes place all weekend.

Mink Stole and Peaches Christ Celebrate Cult Cinema With Cabaret Show Idol Worship

By Austin ZookMarch 21, 2025

Legendary actress Mink Stole and filmmaker Peaches Christ are bringing their cabaret show to the Texas Theatre.

Deep Cuts Coffee is Crafting Drinks with Horror Fans in Mind

By Austin ZookMarch 17, 2025

Have you been to the sky bridge/tunnel system downtown? We got a great day trip for you then.

Abundant, Set to Premiere in Dallas, Is a Life-Saving Film

By Austin ZookMarch 7, 2025

Filmmaker Donald Griswold celebrates the power of storytelling while researching non-directed kidney donation.

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