Salvage Vanguard Theater’s Dionysium, in Austin, provides a “unique, innovative program of debate, lecture, declamation, theatrical presentation and music in a salon-like atmosphere.” Audiences enjoy wine (or beer, or cocktails) and intellectual discourse in the spirit of the original Athenians.
In 2005, Jason Neulander, SVT’s director, argued the “pro” side of Why Government Should Support the Arts:
“When I use the term ‘arts,’ I am referring to an essential service—something that binds communities together, like roads and running water.”—Jason Neulander
Three years later it is just as relevant and riveting, and worth a listen.
Coming up soon: The Dionysium Hip-Hop Bonanza
