a new independent performance, rehearsal, and gathering space.

The brainchild of two local theater artists/producers, Tape Machine is an Austin arts venue for plays, workshops, and community programming. Explore what’s on and plan your visit – you won’t regret it.

Our mission

An affordable space for local work.

As the city’s creative landscape continues to evolve, independent performing artists are increasingly navigating limited rehearsal space, rising production costs, and a shortage of small venues where developing and producing new work is financially feasible. Fonseca and Lazorwitz realized they were in a position not only to navigate those challenges for their own projects, but to become an active part of addressing them for other Austin artists.

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Upcoming events

What’s on at Tape Machine


Nov
12

The Mighty: Storytelling Show

Thursday, Nov 12 · 8 PM

Limited seats

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Join us for theater, performances, and arts programming in our new venue. Check what’s on, then stop by—find hours, directions, and accessibility details before you go.