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Austin City Limits is a super popular American television show that features live music concerts. It started way back in 1976 and is now the longest-running concert music show on American TV! It's shown on Public Broadcasting Service, which is a network that offers educational and entertaining programs for everyone.

For many years, from 1976 to 1987, a group called The Southwest Texas Public Broadcasting Council made the show. Then, starting in 1988, another group, KLRU-TV (The Capital of Texas Public Telecommunications Council), took over.

Did you know the show had a theme song? From 1977 to 2004, the song London Homesick Blues by Gary P. Nunn was played at the start of each episode. Later, from 1982 to 1998, John Mills composed the opening music.

The Show's Stages Over Time

Austin City Limits has had several different stage designs over the years. Each new set brought a fresh look to the show!

Early Stage Designs

  • The very first stage, used for the first two seasons, was simple. It had colorful mats on the floor and a small stage where the musicians played. The audience sat on seats around it.
  • In 1978, for season 3, the show got a brand new stage. It had a completely new and updated look.
  • For season 4 in 1979, colored lights were added to the stage. This made the performances look even more exciting!
  • In 1980 and 1981 (seasons 5 and 6), fences were added to the stage design.

The Iconic Austin Skyline Set

  • From season 7 all the way to season 36, the show used its most famous set. This stage featured a large backdrop showing the beautiful Austin skyline. Instead of mats, there were chairs and tables for the audience, giving it a more relaxed, club-like feel.
  • The current stage, used from season 37 onwards, has an updated Austin skyline backdrop. This change happened when the show, led by producer Terry Lickona, moved to a new home called the Moody Theater.

Images for kids

  • Terry Lacona ACL

    Terry Lickona – Producer of Austin City Limits (January 25, 1979–present)

  • ACL Sign

    Austin City Limits sign at ACL Live – Moody Theater in Austin, TX (2012)

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Austin City Limits para niños

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