The Moth Mainstage in Austin

Making one-night-only stops around the world each season, the Mainstage is the preeminent Moth experience. This curated evening features five beloved storytellers, a notable host, and a guest musician. Featured storytellers have included Padma Lakshmi, Malcolm Gladwell, Molly Ringwald, Salman Rushdie, Elizabeth Gilbert, Hasan Minhaj, Kathleen Turner, Darryl ​“DMC” McDaniels, John Turturro, Boots Riley, Mike Birbiglia, Rosanne Cash, Liz Phair, and Tig Notaro, as well as an astronaut, a pickpocket, a hotdog eating champion and thousands more. It’s a completely singular experience to be in the room and watch real people take the mic and share unforgettable stories from their own lives. Don’t miss The Moth Mainstage live.