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FREE TICKET SHOW | THURSDAY, AUGUST 6 | 7:30PM SHOW / 6:30PM DOORS
The Levitt Pavilion proudly presents Wild Child for a very special 2-night residency:
On Wednesday, Aug 5, Wild Child for Kids as part of the Levitt Pavilion Children's Series; and
On Thursday, Aug 6, Wild Child as part of the Levitt Pavilion 2026 Season
Reminders: Free tickets are also issued via the Box Office which opens 2-hours before show time on show days (based on available supplies). If all available public-facing free tickets are distributed in advance, season members receive priority access to a limited supply of free tickets (this "member reserve" of free tickets is based on limited supplies, while supplies last).
Album Review: Wild Child - End Of The World — Caroline Birmingham (THE WAVE) : From start to finish, the album is dramatic and captivating, radiates warmth like the Texas sun and overflows with authenticity, intimacy, and soul.
"'End Of The World' is...one of the band’s finest moments." — John Moore (Glide Magazine)
The frenetic title track off of Wild Child’s fifth LP has some pretty dark origins. “End Of the World” was written towards the end of the massive 2021 ice storm that paralyzed Texas ultimately killing hundreds as a result of hypothermia and carbon monoxide poisoning. But Wild Child were able to channel that uncertainty and helplessness into an addictively catchy anthem for the current world we are living in, in the process creating one of the best songs the band has ever recorded.
Wild Child is the Austin-born songwriting partnership of Kelsey Wilson and Alexander Beggins, a duo whose chemistry has powered more than a decade of acclaimed indie-folk releases and spirited live shows. What began as a spontaneous creative spark in the back of a tour van evolved into one of Austin’s most beloved bands, known for warm harmonies, candid storytelling, and an ever-evolving blend of folk, pop, and soulful brass-driven arrangements. After years of near-constant touring and the launch of their individual projects – Wilson’s Motown-leaning Sir Woman and Beggins’ dream-pop alter ego CoCo Zandi – the pair stepped back to explore new sounds and space, unsure when or how Wild Child might return.
That return arrived in an unexpected moment of stillness. When the world shut down and stages went dark, Wilson and Beggins found themselves back in a room together, preparing for online performances, rediscovering the spark that shaped their earliest songs. Within minutes, new material poured out – an organic reminder of the ease and honesty that has always defined their collaboration. The band reunited with longtime musical family and stepped into the studio with the same sense of openness and urgency that fueled their earliest recordings, capturing raw, unvarnished performances that leaned into emotion over perfection.
Wild Child’s creative community has always been central to their story – whether weathering a Texas ice storm together, writing by candlelight when power went out, or inviting new voices into their creative circle. Over the years, the band has continued to expand its sonic world while staying grounded in heartfelt songwriting and the distinct vocal interplay that first drew fans in. Their music reflects resilience, connection, and the messy joy of making something together when it matters most.
Today, Wild Child is following their curiosity wherever it leads: building out their label imprint Reba’s Ranch Records and diving into Wild Child for Kids, a project that lets them explore the same heart and imagination of their music through a family-friendly lens. With an ever-growing family of collaborators and a renewed commitment to making music on their own terms, the band remains a defining voice in the vibrant indie-folk musical landscape, continually finding new ways to surprise themselves and the listeners who have followed them from the beginning.
The Levitt Pavilion Season includes over 50 shows presented free-of-charge (free-ticket shows) - as well as our Stars on Tour paid-ticket series and Gala - to fill your spring, summer and fall with music, dance, performing arts and more. SIGN UP FOR OUR ENEWS TO STAY TUNED!
Support free access to the arts! Get your Season Membership now! Members also enjoy access to a member reserve of free tickets (based on limited supplies) to free shows throughout the Season *plus* enjoy exclusive member discounts on paid-ticket shows throughout the season!*
More show info and FAQ at LevittPavilion.com
August 06, 2026 | 7:30 pm
The Levitt Pavilion proudly presents Wild Child for a very special 2-night residency:
On Wednesday, Aug 5, Wild Child for Kids as part of the Levitt Pavilion Children's Series; and
On Thursday, Aug 6, Wild Child as part of the Levitt Pavilion 2026 Season
Reminders: Free tickets are also issued via the Box Office which opens 2-hours before show time on show days (based on available supplies). If all available public-facing free tickets are distributed in advance, season members receive priority access to a limited supply of free tickets (this "member reserve" of free tickets is based on limited supplies, while supplies last).
Album Review: Wild Child - End Of The World — Caroline Birmingham (THE WAVE) : From start to finish, the album is dramatic and captivating, radiates warmth like the Texas sun and overflows with authenticity, intimacy, and soul.
"'End Of The World' is...one of the band’s finest moments." — John Moore (Glide Magazine)
The frenetic title track off of Wild Child’s fifth LP has some pretty dark origins. “End Of the World” was written towards the end of the massive 2021 ice storm that paralyzed Texas ultimately killing hundreds as a result of hypothermia and carbon monoxide poisoning. But Wild Child were able to channel that uncertainty and helplessness into an addictively catchy anthem for the current world we are living in, in the process creating one of the best songs the band has ever recorded.
Wild Child is the Austin-born songwriting partnership of Kelsey Wilson and Alexander Beggins, a duo whose chemistry has powered more than a decade of acclaimed indie-folk releases and spirited live shows. What began as a spontaneous creative spark in the back of a tour van evolved into one of Austin’s most beloved bands, known for warm harmonies, candid storytelling, and an ever-evolving blend of folk, pop, and soulful brass-driven arrangements. After years of near-constant touring and the launch of their individual projects – Wilson’s Motown-leaning Sir Woman and Beggins’ dream-pop alter ego CoCo Zandi – the pair stepped back to explore new sounds and space, unsure when or how Wild Child might return.
That return arrived in an unexpected moment of stillness. When the world shut down and stages went dark, Wilson and Beggins found themselves back in a room together, preparing for online performances, rediscovering the spark that shaped their earliest songs. Within minutes, new material poured out – an organic reminder of the ease and honesty that has always defined their collaboration. The band reunited with longtime musical family and stepped into the studio with the same sense of openness and urgency that fueled their earliest recordings, capturing raw, unvarnished performances that leaned into emotion over perfection.
Wild Child’s creative community has always been central to their story – whether weathering a Texas ice storm together, writing by candlelight when power went out, or inviting new voices into their creative circle. Over the years, the band has continued to expand its sonic world while staying grounded in heartfelt songwriting and the distinct vocal interplay that first drew fans in. Their music reflects resilience, connection, and the messy joy of making something together when it matters most.
Today, Wild Child is following their curiosity wherever it leads: building out their label imprint Reba’s Ranch Records and diving into Wild Child for Kids, a project that lets them explore the same heart and imagination of their music through a family-friendly lens. With an ever-growing family of collaborators and a renewed commitment to making music on their own terms, the band remains a defining voice in the vibrant indie-folk musical landscape, continually finding new ways to surprise themselves and the listeners who have followed them from the beginning.
The Levitt Pavilion Season includes over 50 shows presented free-of-charge (free-ticket shows) - as well as our Stars on Tour paid-ticket series and Gala - to fill your spring, summer and fall with music, dance, performing arts and more. SIGN UP FOR OUR ENEWS TO STAY TUNED!
Support free access to the arts! Get your Season Membership now! Members also enjoy access to a member reserve of free tickets (based on limited supplies) to free shows throughout the Season *plus* enjoy exclusive member discounts on paid-ticket shows throughout the season!*
More show info and FAQ at LevittPavilion.com
August 06, 2026 | 7:30 pm
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