Image from www.loadedguntheory.comThe holidays are a busy time for theatre in Austin, with too many seasonal shows to choose from. As the glut looms, several fine shows are closing. Get to these while the gettin's good! Much-lauded director Karen Jambon helms Loaded Gun Theory's Little Murders. You can't judge a show by its artwork, but we think theirs is the best we've seen all year. This dark comedy about an overbearing daughter—played by the always-delightful......

How's this for a recipe? To make Slapdash Flimflammery: (1) Toss six playwrights into a deserted theater at 10pm on a Friday night. Simmer all night long. (2) At 7am, add six directors. Blend for an hour with playwrights. (3) At 8am, remove playwrights and add eighteen actors. (4) Bake for 12 hours. Serve piping hot for $10/pop to an eager, curious audience. The wacky kids at Loaded Gun Theory start this process a......