DOWNTOWN
DOWNTOWN Season 3
The Season is currently in re-runs airing on Fridays at 10:30p.m. on KLRU-TV, Austin PBS.
April 26, 2007 - Episode #301: Urban Transportation, Downtown’s “Wilder” Side, The “Rite” Playhouse
Downtown Density #3 – A look at the importance of a mixed, comprehensive regional transportation plan for a quality, denser downtown. / The real “Wildlife in Downtown”— start your walk at the Congress Avenue Bridge and discover a rich and unique, urban ecosystem brimming with unexpected wildlife. / As one of Texas’ oldest theatres, the Scottish Rite Theatre is a treasure trove for historic backdrops and scenery. More than that, as the Scottish Rite Children’s Theatre, children and families treasure their memories and build a lifelong love of theatre.
Interstitials: Low Riders, Dr. Burd
May 3, 2007 - Episode #302: Cutting Edge Care, Caffeine Culture and Austin’s Rhyme, Rhythm and Rune Rally
Affectionately known of as “Brack,” the oldest hospital in Travis County, has been the scene of a lot of firsts and innovations. Take a look inside the hospital and at the future of Austin’s medical community. / Can’t tell your Mocha from your Latte? Better wake up! There’s a new “Caffeine Culture” brewing and the sidewalks of downtown are steeped in the Coffee Café Scene. / It’s not Shakespeare’s Sonnet – but the poetic brilliance and assonance and alliteration of Austin’s Poetry Slam can lift you up beyond Wadsworth!
Interstitials: Bus Roadeo, Zombies
May 10, 2007 - Episode #303: Experience Caring, Experience Art, Firefighters Downtown Experience it all.
Caritas of Austin: More than a tasty soup kitchen – As a designated refugee center, this downtown service organization works with businesses to help people from all over the world build new lives. / Don’t just look at art – Experience Art! The new Blanton Museum of Art’s interpretive program helps their audience learn about art in a multitude of fun, creative and “experiential” ways. / The Heroes of Downtown’s Fire Station #1 do it all – Fight fires, high-rise rescue, and even swift water rescue in Town Lake and Waller Creek. How DO they still have time to pose for calendars and perfect their cooking skills?
Interstitials: Hot Sauce Festival, Leal’s Tire Repair
May 17, 2007 - Episode #304: Living the Dog’s Life, The Magi’s Gift’s Before He Was O. Henry and Workin’ the Night Shift.
A growing downtown residential population means a growing downtown pet population – See the latest in Urban “Barkitecture,” and what it’s really like living a dog’s life downtown. Remember to Scoop the Poop! / He gave us the “Gift of the Magi” but before he moved to New York to become the master of the short story, Austin was his home, his bane and even his muse. Visit O. Henry’s Austin 100 years later. / The party’s over and the rest of Austin hits the hay, but these hearty souls of the graveyard shift are hard at work. Check out another side of the 24-hour downtown—Night Shift Workers.
Interstitials: Donn’s Depot, Tree Climbers
May 24, 2007 - Episode #301: Urban Transportation, Downtown’s “Wilder” Side, The “Rite” Playhouse
Downtown Density #3 – A look at the importance of a mixed, comprehensive regional transportation plan for a quality, denser downtown. / The real “Wildlife in Downtown”— start your walk at the Congress Avenue Bridge and discover a rich and unique, urban ecosystem brimming with unexpected wildlife. / As one of Texas’ oldest theatres, the Scottish Rite Theatre is a treasure trove for historic backdrops and scenery. More than that, as the Scottish Rite Children’s Theatre, children and families treasure their memories and build a lifelong love of theatre.
Interstitials: Low Riders, Dr. Burd
May 31, 2007 - Episode #302: Cutting Edge Care, Caffeine Culture and Austin’s Rhyme, Rhythm and Rune Rally
Affectionately known of as “Brack,” the oldest hospital in Travis County, has been the scene of a lot of firsts and innovations. Take a look inside the hospital and at the future of Austin’s medical community. / Can’t tell your Mocha from your Latte? Better wake up! There’s a new “Caffeine Culture” brewing and the sidewalks of downtown are steeped in the Coffee Café Scene. / It’s not Shakespeare’s Sonnet – but the poetic brilliance and assonance and alliteration of Austin’s Poetry Slam can lift you up beyond Wadsworth!
Interstitials: Bus Roadeo, Zombies
June 7, 2007 - Episode #303: Experience Caring, Experience Art, Firefighters Downtown Experience it all.
Caritas of Austin: More than a tasty soup kitchen – As a designated refugee center, this downtown service organization works with businesses to help people from all over the world build new lives. / Don’t just look at art – Experience Art! The new Blanton Museum of Art’s interpretive program helps their audience learn about art in a multitude of fun, creative and “experiential” ways. / The Heroes of Downtown’s Fire Station #1 do it all – Fight fires, high-rise rescue, and even swift water rescue in Town Lake and Waller Creek. How DO they still have time to pose for calendars and perfect their cooking skills?
Interstitials: Hot Sauce Festival, Leal’s Tire Repair
June 14, 2007 - Episode #305: ALL of Austin’s Stage, Austin’s Latino Community, and Making Your Mark with Austin Ink.
With each recycled piece, the Long Center for the Performing Arts is rising like a phoenix from the former Palmer Auditorium. This center is designed to serve all of Austin’s performing arts community—large to small. It has also become a model in arts philanthropy involving people of all economic levels to build a venue for everyone’s art. / Austin is a city with a long, proud Latino heritage. Learn how the community has worked together to support each other in life’s journey. / Austin Ink - Everyone wants to make their mark. Some just choose to make it on themselves! Do you want a tattoo too? Learn about the art of tattoos and why they are so popular.
Interstitials: Blue Lapis Requiem, Intel Demo
June 21, 2007 - Episode #306: Main Street of Texas; Going “Pro” in a “Pro” College Town, and Birth of the Live Music Capital
Congress Avenue - the Main Street of Texas – A look at “The Avenue” in its early days and the challenges of preserving the old as the city grows. / Meet Deon Sanders, the Austin Wranglers Arena Football team and look at “Pro” Sports in a “Pro” College town. / The “Live Music Capital of the World” began with live music venues such as the Vulcan Gas Co. and the Armadillo World Headquarters. Learn why their influences are such a part of Austin’s culture today.
Interstitials: Art Car Guy, Texas River School
June 28, 2007 - Pre-empted - Presidential Debates
July 5, 2007 - Episode #307: Singing for Salamanders; Revitalization or Gentrification; and “Hellcats” (and other crazy names) on Wheels…
Arthouse at the Jones Center’s A Cantata for Twelve Choirs and Several Salamanders - commissioned work by artist Daniel Bozhkov uses music, film and visual art to celebrate Austin’s Barton Springs Salamander and Sunken Gardens. / Neighborhood Revitalization or Gentrification? The dynamics of neighborhoods are in continuous change. Can restoration of older homes and growth in neighborhoods occur without displacing longtime residents? / They’ve got brand new roller-skates and the key to success. The women of the Texas Roller Derby have started a national trend and aren’t afraid to abuse it or each other.
Interstitials: Green Roof Tops, Bowtie Tying
July 12, 2007 - Episode #308: The "Best of" DOWNTOWN
The "Best of" Density - Or, How Dense is My Downtown?
Downtown Density I: look at downtown living and the concept of urban
density - includes an interview with downtown resident, the late Gov. Ann
Richards. / Downtown Density II: The Good, the Bad and the Lovely: Building
Community, how to achieve the goal of a denser urban core without
compromising Austin's special sense of place. / Downtown Density III: A look
at the importance of a mixed, comprehensive regional transportation plan for
a quality, denser downtown.
Interstitials: Intel Demolition, Austin Metal & Iron, Chilled Water Plant,
Window Washers, "Otis" the Elevator Man
July 19, 2007 - Episode #309: The "Best of" DOWNTOWN
"The Interstitials" What a Show! (ala Mel Brooks' "The Inquisition!")
Pitch and Putt, Gene's Restaurant, Giant Chess, Hoffbrau Steaks, Valet at
the Stephen F. Austin, Dark Energy, BMX Bike Ballet, Downtown Pillow Fight,
Dr. Burd, Low Riders, Zombies, Donn's Depot, Blue Lapis Requiem.
July 26, 2007 - Episode #310: The "Best of" DOWNTOWN
The "Best of" DOWNTOWN Music.
The "Live Music Capital of the World" began with live music venues such as
the Vulcan Gas Co. and the Armadillo World Headquarters. Learn why their
influences are such a part of Austin's culture today. / Rock out with the
Red River Music scene/ Austin's growing Hip-Hop scene - meet MCs with a
message and internationally know B-Boy City.
Interstitial: Spoon