Error 404
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If your browser history could talk, it would probably tell you to get tickets to Error 404.
Error 404 is a fully loaded night of burlesque, drag, and theatrical performance that leans hard into everything the algorithm hates. Think glitchy dystopian vibes, fearless bodies, and unfiltered storytelling in a show built to make censors sweat and surveillance cameras short-circuit.
The premise: you’re living in a world where your searches are monitored, your body is policed, and even typing a “suspicious” number lands you on a list. The answer? Fight back with art that refuses to apologize. Error 404 turns that anxiety into a live, neon-soaked rebellion where firewalls are metaphors, filters are the enemy, and no one is pretending to behave.
- What to expect: A curated mix of burlesque, drag, and experimental performance pieces themed around censorship, surveillance, and digital control.
- The energy: Weird, bold, aggressive, and unapologetically provocative. This isn’t a cozy, background kind of show; it’s the kind that looks you in the eye and dares you to look back.
- The aesthetic: Cyberpunk meets redacted government file. Expect glitch art vibes, sharp humor, and acts that feel like intercepted transmissions from a future where Big Brother lost control of the feed.
- The message: “Access denied” is just an invitation to find another way in. The show pokes at data mining, moral policing, and voyeur culture with the unforgettable line, “In the surveillance state, we are all cam girls.”
- The setup: One night of signal hijacking featuring 18+ entertainment, with seating tiers ranging from general admission to preferred and VIP. There’s a full bar and concessions so you can fuel up while the revolution hits the stage.
If you’re tired of being watched, tracked, and sanitized, this is your chance to sit in the dark with other delightful troublemakers and cheer on performers who refuse to be blurred out. Error 404 isn’t just a show; it’s a middle finger to the content filter.
Log off, show up, and prepare to experience everything “they” said you weren’t supposed to see.
Venue Details
Sterling Stage Austin is an energetic and inviting performance venue where the creative spirit of Austin comes alive. This intimate theatre boasts world-class lighting, sound, and video, making every show a captivating experience for audiences and performers. Sterling Stage isn’t just about the stage—it's a community hub where art and culture flourish, providing a welcoming gathering place for friends, artists, and art enthusiasts alike.
- The Womack Lounge offers a relaxing space to enjoy delicious food and drinks, doubled as an art gallery featuring original works by renowned artist Kathy Womack, including her famous ‘Women & Wine’ series.
- The courtyard is perfect for pre- and post-show mingling, offering a beautiful, open-air setting for drinks and conversation.
- Whether you’re attending immersive cabaret, live theatre, music, or cultural events, every moment is enhanced by professional A/V technology and a warm, lively setting.
- Sterling Event Hospitality provides expert catering for every type of gathering, from weddings and corporate events to social celebrations—delivering flavor as vibrant as the performances.
- As a nonprofit arts space, Sterling Stage is dedicated to inclusivity, diversity, and creative expression— staging innovative productions from local playwrights, supporting artists of all backgrounds, and sparking community conversations.
Step into a world where every night offers something exciting and memorable at Sterling Stage Austin.