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Review: THE MOUSETRAP That Roars
by Rob Levy - February 04, 2024

Well-acted, suspenseful, and filled with vibrant costumes, The Mousetrap once again proves that it’s hard to beat a classic.id our critic think of THE MOUSETRAP at Tower Groves Abbey?...

Review: MARSHALL JENNINGS' BEFORE THE STREET LIGHTS COME ON Presented by The Tesseract Theatre Company
by James Lindhorst - February 04, 2024

Jennings took the stage and playfully launched into an extended version of the Toys ‘R Us jingle to establish the decade of his childhood. He told stories of his friendships, his favorite childhood TV shows, his first crushes as a boy, a magical first kiss (at least for him,) and the maturation that...

Review: SARA SHEPERD's Solo Cabaret Show is a Beautiful Evening of Music and Storytelling
by James Lindhorst - February 03, 2024

Sara Sheperd is a magnificent singer, actor, and storyteller. She charmed her audience with her warmth, entertained them with her sumptuous voice and delicious vibrato, and left them feeling a personal connection to a humble and kind artist.  ...

Review: DUTCHMAN at Greenfinch Theatre And Dive Bar
by James Lindhorst - February 02, 2024

Soul Siren’s production of Dutchman is intentionally ostentatious in its presentation and is a dramatic success because of the dynamic and fantastic performances of Cameron Jamarr (Clay) and Eileen Engel (Lula.) Amiri Baraka’s One-Act play DUTCHMAN, directly challenges mid-century racism with a bold...

Review: The Brice is Right with FUNNY GIRL at the Fabulous Fox
by Rob Levy - January 28, 2024

The laughs keep coming with Funny Girl at the Fabulous Fox! Originally staged with Barbra Streisand in 1964 and revived to great acclaim on Broadway in 2022, this playful romp about the life of comedian, actress, model, singer, and radio star Fanny Brice, is highlighted by great performances and spr...

Review: JAGGED LITTLE PILL at The Fabulous Fox Theatre
by James Lindhorst - January 20, 2024

Despite the criticism around its originality, JAGGED LITTLE PILL it is an elegantly constructed show, with an interesting story, an energetic and talented cast, visually engaging choreography, and Grammy winning music. It is a must see for fans of Morissette’s music, and a should see for fans of mus...

Review: HALEY DRIVER at Blue Strawberry Showroom And Lounge
by James Lindhorst - January 19, 2024

Driver possesses a beautiful multi-octave vocal instrument with pleasing tone, pitch, and timbre. When she sings in her upper register, her head voice is as clear as a bell. This is a young lady with a stellar voice who has honed her vocal stylings with deliberate phrasing to create a polished prese...

Review: HOLD ON at Edison Theatre on the Washington University Campus
by James Lindhorst - January 13, 2024

Webb’s historical drama is spectacularly brought to life by Ron Himes’ direction. The Black Rep's production of HOLD ON is spellbinding storytelling. It is a first-rate production of the momentous events that shaped the civil rights movement and resulted in important legislation. Himes, his cast, an...

Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE at Fox Theatre, St. Louis
by Rob Levy - December 27, 2023

Based on the popular 1993 Robin Williams film, the musical version of Mrs. Doubtfire, currently on stage at the Fox Theatre, is a dance driven comedy that has its peaks and valleys. Loaded with plenty of dude in a dress giggles and gimmicks, the production is the perfect showcase for the talents of ...

Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY, at The Loretto-Hilton Center On The Campus Of Webster University
by Rob Levy - December 17, 2023

For It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play, The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis is pulling out all the bells and whistles. Aimed specifically for a local audience, It's it blends nostalgia with an excellent ensemble whose whirling dervish antics onstage create plenty of holiday spirit....

Review: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE At Greenfinch Theatre And Dive
by James Lindhorst - December 16, 2023

Fly North Theatrical production of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE is an incredible success thanks to Healy’s phenomenal direction and the daring performances of the entire cast....

Review: JESUS AND JOHNNY APPLEWEED'S HOLY ROLLIN' FAMILY CHRISTMAS at The Grandel
by James Lindhorst - December 10, 2023

JESUS AND JOHNNY APPLEWEED’S HOLY ROLLIN’ FAMILY CHRISTMAS is an irreverent musical comedy chuck full of laughs. While most of the jokes are related to changing times 7-decades ago, you don’t have to be a baby boomer to understand and appreciate Miller’s hysterical script. If you’re looking for funn...

Review: T.3: THE OPTION UP TOUR at The Sheldon Music Hall
by James Lindhorst - December 09, 2023

T.3’s performance at The Sheldon Concert Hall in St. Louis was an extremely enjoyable evening of unforgettable music. The well-rehearsed 90-minute show flew by in an instant. Fennecken, Hogan, and Smith’s electric stage presence and mellifluous voices combined to create a truly memorable experience....

Review: BARRYMORE at St. Louis Actors' Studio
by James Lindhorst - December 06, 2023

BARRYMORE is an exquisitely written script that is exceptionally acted in this first-rate production at St. Louis Actor’s Studio. This fantastic production can be seen through December 10th at The Gaslight Theatre....

Review: WALTER CRONKITE IS DEAD at Union Avenue Christian Church
by James Lindhorst - December 04, 2023

West End Player Guild's production of WALTER CRONKITE HAS DIED is an enjoyable piece of theatre thanks to the performances of its two leading ladies. Wobbe and Durbin’s on-stage chemistry takes a dated story, makes it interesting and funny, and delivers the playwright’s intended message. The funny a...

Review: LEANNÁN SIDHE
by James Lindhorst - December 04, 2023

Overall, the directorial effort and performances created a good production of a script that requires additional edits and work. Leannán Sidhe is a brave vision of the author’s obsession and the toll it took on her life. First Run Theatre’s selection of Deanne Strasse’s script boldly shines a light o...

Review: INTO THE WOODS at The New Jewish Theatre is an Immersive Enchanted Fairytale
by James Lindhorst - December 02, 2023

Cinderella sings “I wish” as the opening lyric in Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s INTO THE WOODS. I wish that every performance of the current production of INTO THE WOODS at The New Jewish Theatre could be seen by a sold-out house, and that they’d be forced to extend the run due to audience dem...

Review: The Midnight Company's JUST ONE LOOK Continues to Wow Audiences
by James Lindhorst - November 26, 2023

Howe’s performance was spectacular from the first shows she performed, but as the show has aged, she has comfortably fallen into a vocal performance that is extraordinary. Her meticulous phrasing and body language has continued to mature with each performance. She comfortably inhabits Ronstadt’s voi...

Review: Matthew Scott's THE JESUS YEAR: A LETTER FROM MY FATHER is a Sensational Show Packed with Emotion
by James Lindhorst - November 19, 2023

On Saturday night at Blue Strawberry Showroom and Lounge, Broadway’s Matthew Scott elevated solo cabaret performing to a new level. In his show, THE JESUS YEAR: A LETTER FROM MY DAD, Scott wove together a tapestry of songs to create the fabric of a story that had the audience hanging on every lyric....

Review: ROBIN DE JESÚS Brings a Spirit of Optimism and Positivity to His Performance at The Sheldon Performing Arts Center
by James Lindhorst - November 17, 2023

The Cabaret Project of St. Louis opened their new season Thursday evening with a performance by three-time Tony nominee Robin de Jesús in their new space at The Sheldon Performing Arts Center Ballroom. De Jesús took the stage and sang an eclectic selection of songs peppered with banter about believi...

Review: Tesseract Theatre Company's THE MAD ONES Tells a Moving Coming of Age Story
by James Lindhorst - November 06, 2023

Tesseract’s THE MAD ONES connects with the audience to tell Sam’s moving coming of age story despite a few problems along the way. Corpuz direction and the cast’s acting performances are the reason this show succeeds. Each of the four actors create likeable and relatable characters that make this sh...

Review: MINDGAME at The Kranzberg Blackbox Theater
by James Lindhorst - October 22, 2023

MINDGAME is the current offering from Albion Theatre Company. Albion closes its inaugural season with another exceptional production directed by the company’s artistic director Robert Ashton. Once again, Ashton proves he has outstanding vision as a director and is a masterful storyteller. Production...

Review: The Incomparable BETH LEAVEL Performs at The Blue Strawberry Showroom and Lounge
by James Lindhorst - October 21, 2023

Captivating describes her presence. Magnificent describes her ability to sell a song. Compelling describes her skill at storytelling. On Friday night at Blue Strawberry Showroom and Lounge Tony Award Winner and Broadway veteran Beth Leavel charmed an audience of adoring St. Louis fans with her hilar...

Review: SEE YOU IN A MINUTE at The Chapel
by James Lindhorst - October 21, 2023

The world premiere production of SEE YOU IN A MINUTE is compelling because of its relevance, its intelligent and well-written script, the sharp direction, and the terrific performances from all the actors....

Review: BEETELJUICE at Fox Theatre, St. Louis
by Rob Levy - October 16, 2023

Using the Tim Burton film as a foundation, Beetlejuice is a rollicking good time. Filled with stellar performances, amazing songs (particularly in Act 2), dazzling sets, and a score that raises the dead, it is equal parts black comedy musical theater and offbeat grief therapy. ...