Once a community art space called the United States Art Authority, Spider House Ballroom has grown into one of the most unique, extensive, culture-rich music venues in the heart of Austin, Texas. Between its ever-growing property and regularly booked-up schedule, Spider House Ballroom has managed to keep the community at the heart of the business.
Eva Mueller, Events Programming and Production Director
“The history of the space, mixed with our strong focus on community, separates us from other venues who are new, aren’t rich with the culture, and haven’t evolved in the way that Spider House has,” said the Ballroom’s Events Programming and Production Director Eva Mueller.
“What once began as a coffee house is now a giant property in Hyde Park, with 5 stages, a full-service restaurant and bar, an events venue, tattoo shop, food trailers, and more,” she said.
Specializing in what Eva described as “good music,” the Ballroom hosts a wide variety of live music, as well as comedy, dance parties, film and cabarets, seven days a week.
“In the last two years, I have made it one of my primary focuses to improve the quality of production that would allow for excellent sound, as well as offer a friendly and inviting staff of people, to make all feel welcomed and loved,” Mueller said. “Can’t say you get that everywhere in town.”
When it comes to booking a show at Spider House Ballroom, it can sometimes be difficult to stand out amongst the high volume of inquiries.
So, how can you get on the bill?
“Make it easy for the booking agent,” said Mueller. “Include links to your music, Facebook and website. Tell them where you have played, who you have played with, and give them a general sense of what your promotional tactics are.”
“The quicker the booker can access all of that information, the quicker they can consider you for a bill,” she said.
On Friday, May 8th, Austin Music Foundation will be hosting a kick-off party at Spider House Ballroom for Pachanga, an annual Latino music festival, featuring Macaxeira Funk, La Vida Buena and Kiko Villamizar.
The Spider House Patio Bar, Café and Ballroom are located at 2906 and 2908 Fruth Street, near the University of Texas in Austin, Texas. For booking inquiries, email [email protected] or visit www.spiderhouseaustin.com.
