Say That Again by Early Era Collective
Hey dance lovers, get ready to vibe with "Say That Again" by Early Era Collective! This electrifying show fuses street and contemporary dance, spoken word, and live hip-hop to celebrate Black History Month with bold stories of culture, identity, and community.
Co-produced by Stephanie Patrick and Daniel Broxton, it's the third annual hit building on past successes, starring 26 local Austin artists. Catch the high-energy performances ending with an epic all-styles community freestyle—jump in and dance!
- Thursday, February 19 – Saturday, February 21, 2026
- Thursday, February 26 – Saturday, February 28, 2026
- All at 8:00 p.m. at Dougherty Arts Center
Pay-what-you-wish tickets make it super accessible—support the arts your way! A transformative night of rhythm, movement, and unity awaits.
The Venue
Discover the Dougherty Arts Center, Austin's oldest community arts hub off Barton Springs Road! This award-winning spot buzzes with visual, performing, and digital arts magic for all ages.
- Explore the stunning Julia C. Butridge Gallery with free admission to captivating exhibits.
- Catch shows in the cozy 150-seat theater, complete with pro lighting and sound.
- Dive into fun classes at the Dougherty Arts School—from pottery and painting to theater for kids and grown-ups, plus epic summer camps.
- Support emerging and pro artists through studios, residencies, and community events.
- Originally a 1947 Naval Reserve spot, renamed in 1978 for arts champion Mary Dougherty.
Envisioned as Austin's cultural living room, it's where creativity sparks connections. A new pavilion-style center is rising nearby, promising even more inclusive vibes with studios, galleries, and outdoor links to Lady Bird Lake trails!
Location
Open Hours
- monday10 AM-10 PM
- tuesday10 AM-10 PM
- wednesday10 AM-10 PM
- thursday10 AM-10 PM
- friday10 AM-6 PM
- saturday10 AM-4 PM
- sundayClosed