Fabulous Fox Theatre Will Host Open House & Season Preview, 5/15

The public is invited to an Open House and Preview Event showcasing the Fabulous Fox Theatre's 2016-2017 U.S. Bank Broadway Series on Sunday, May 15 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Fox Theatre, 527 N. Grand Blvd. Visitors will be treated to live previews of FUN HOME and A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER along with video previews from the other season shows.

U.S. Bank Broadway Series six-show season ticket packages will be available for purchase when the event opens at noon. The Fox subscription services staff will be available to answer questions and assist patrons with available seat locations to "try out" during the event.

The 2016-2017 season ticket package opens with A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER, winner of the 2014 Tony Award for Best Musical. It is followed by Fox Theatricals' critically-acclaimed Tony Award-winning production of FUN HOME and the magical FINDING NEVERLAND for the holiday season. The romantically stunning AN AMERICAN IN PARIS kicks off 2017 followed by the hilarious smash SOMETHING ROTTEN! Closing out the season is the celebrated masterpiece, Roundabout Theatre Company's CABARET.

A live performance preview from A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER will take place on the Fox stage at 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. A selection from FUN HOME will be performed at 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. on the Fox stage. There will also be a performance on the Mighty Wurlitzer organ at 1:30 p.m. by house organist Jack Moelmann. Video previews for other season shows and specials will be shown throughout the event.

Free popcorn, soda and cookies will be provided and Fox Tour Guides will be on hand for Q&A about the Fabulous Fox. Free parking will be available during the event on the theatre lots on the north side of Washington Ave. The Fox Theatre box office, at 531 N. Grand, will be open for all event patrons from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. For more information, please visit FabulousFox.com or call 314-534-1111.

A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER | September 13-25, 2016

Getting away with murder can be so much fun... and there's no better proof than the knock-'em-dead hit show that's earned unanimous raves and won the 2014 Tony Award for Best Musical-A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER! As one most gentlemanly NPR critic put it, "I've never laughed so hard at a Broadway musical!" GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE tells the story of Monty, an heir to a family fortune who sets out to jump the line of succession by - you guessed it - eliminating the eight relatives (all played by one fearless man) who stand in his way. All the while, Monty has to juggle his mistress, his fiancée and the constant threat of landing behind bars! Of course, it will all be worth it if he can slay his way to his inheritance... and be done in time for tea. The Hollywood Reporter raves, "GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE restores our faith in musical comedy."

FUN HOME | November 15-27, 2016

It is with tremendous pride that we bring Fox Theatricals' Tony Award-winning production of FUN HOME to the Fabulous Fox. Every once in a while a Broadway musical comes along that surprises, moves and excites audiences in ways only a truly landmark musical can. The "groundbreaking," "life-affirming" and "exquisite" new musical FUN HOME was the event of the 2015 Broadway season, receiving rave reviews from critics and audiences alike, winning five 2015 Tony Awards including Best Musical and making history along the way. Based on Alison Bechdel's best-selling graphic memoir, FUN HOME introduces us to Alison at three different ages as she explores and unravels the many mysteries of her childhood. A refreshingly honest musical about seeing your parents through grown-up eyes, "FUN HOME is extraordinary, a rare beauty that pumps fresh air into Broadway!" (The New York Times).

FINDING NEVERLAND | December 6-18, 2016

Broadway's biggest new hit and the winner of Broadway.com's Audience Choice Award for Best Musical, this breathtaking smash "captures the kid-at-heart," says TIME Magazine. Vogue cheers, "It's a must-see you'll remember for years to come!" Directed by visionary Tony-winner Diane Paulus and based on the critically-acclaimed Academy Award winning film starring Johnny Depp, FINDING NEVERLAND tells the incredible story behind one of the world's most beloved characters: Peter Pan. Playwright J.M. Barrie struggles to find inspiration until he meets four young brothers and their beautiful widowed mother. Spellbound by the boys' enchanting make-believe adventures, he sets out to write a play that will astound London theatergoers. With a little bit of pixie dust and a lot of faith, Barrie takes this monumental leap, leaving his old world behind for Neverland, where nothing is impossible and the wonder of childhood lasts forever. The magic of Barrie's classic tale springs spectacularly to life in this heartwarming theatrical event. FINDING NEVERLAND is "far and away the best musical of the year!" (NPR).

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS | January 17-29, 2017

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS is the new Tony Award-winning musical about an American soldier, a mysterious French girl, and an indomitable European city, each yearning for a new beginning in the aftermath of war. Acclaimed director/choreographer and 2015 Tony Award-winner Christopher Wheeldon brings the magic and romance of Paris into perfect harmony with unforgettable songs from George and Ira Gershwin in the show that earned more awards than any other musical in the 2015 season! The New York Times raves, "AN AMERICAN IN PARIS is a triumph! Pure joy!" and the Wall Street Journal declares, "Once you've seen it, you'll find it hard to settle for less ever again." Don't miss this stunning Broadway hit when it arrives in St. Louis on its first national tour!

SOMETHING ROTTEN! | February 7-19, 2017

SOMETHING ROTTEN! is "Broadway's big, fat hit!" (New York Post). Set in 1595, this hilarious smash tells the story of Nick and Nigel Bottom, two brothers who are desperate to write a hit play. When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world's very first Musical. With its heart on its ruffled sleeve and sequins in its soul, SOMETHING ROTTEN! is Ingenious! Outrageous! Irresistible!" (Variety). New York Magazine called it "The Producers +

The Book of Mormon x The Drowsy Chaperone. Squared!"

Roundabout Theatre Company's CABARET | March 7-19, 2017

Direct from Broadway, the acclaimed masterpiece returns to St. Louis! As part of its 50th Anniversary Season, the critically acclaimed and award-winning Roundabout Theatre Company is proud to present Sam Mendes (Skyfall, American Beauty) and Rob Marshall's (Into the Woods and Chicago, the films) Tony Award-winning production of CABARET. Come hear some of the most memorable songs in theatre history, including "Cabaret," "Willkommen" and "Maybe This Time." Leave your troubles outside - life is beautiful at CABARET, John Kander, Fred Ebb and Joe Masteroff's Tony-winning musical about following your heart while the world loses its way.

Seven specials for the 2016-2017 Season will be offered to season ticket-holders for priority seating before their public on-sale dates. The captivating and breathtakingly romantic ONCE returns to the Fox September 30-October 2. One of the world's best-loved family musicals ANNIE hits the stage December 2-4. The true American dream story of Motown founder Barry Gordy MOTOWN THE MUSICAL returns March 21-26. THE ILLUSIONISTSTM-Live From BroadwayTM will make its St. Louis debut March 31-April 2.

Experience the phenomenon of Disney's THE LION KING April 19-May 7. DIRTY DANCING-The Classic Story On Stage returns May 12-14 with its heart-pounding music and sensational dancing. The 1996 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning Best Musical RENT stops at the Fox May 19-21 during its 20th anniversary tour.

The six-show season ticket package can also be purchased by phone at 314-535-1700 and online at www.FabulousFox.com/subscribe beginning at noon on Sunday, May 15.

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