Anna Blair
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Review: Good Performances and Imaginative Direction Can't Save AT THE WEDDING from a Banal Script (Apr 7, 2025)
Review: THE BUTCHER OF BARABOO at Union Avenue Christian Church (Nov 23, 2024)
That Uppity Theatre Company Stages 2019 Climate Change Theatre Action Event (Jan 17, 2020)
Review: Good Performances and Imaginative Direction Can't Save AT THE WEDDING from a Banal Script (Apr 7, 2025)
Review: THE BUTCHER OF BARABOO at Union Avenue Christian Church (Nov 23, 2024)
That Uppity Theatre Company Stages 2019 Climate Change Theatre Action Event (Jan 17, 2020)
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STAGE TUBE: Meet Jenni Barber Who Plays Ado Annie of The Muny's OKLAHOMA
by Christina Mancuso - 2015-08-24 06:57:03
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of The Muny's OKLAHOMA! - Beth Leavel, Ben Davis and More!
by Christina Mancuso - 2015-08-11 16:45:24
TV: Watch Highlights of INTO THE WOODS at The Muny - Heather Headley, Erin Dilly, Rob McClure and More!
by TV - On the Road - 2015-07-22 16:37:13
TV: Watch Highlights of Alexandra Silber & More in MY FAIR LADY at the Muny!
by TV - On the Road - 2015-06-16 14:23:22
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Review: Good Performances and Imaginative Direction Can't Save AT THE WEDDING from a Banal Script
by James Lindhorst - Apr 7, 2025
West End Player’s AT THE WEDDING is a well-constructed show with strong directorial vision, good performances, but it is saddled by a muddled narrative. The talented cast works diligently to overcome Bryna Turner’s ponderous script. The early scene between Carlo and Carly (the bridesmaid) lays an expectation that AT THE WEDDING is a droll relationship comedy, but the scenes that follow lack the same wit and caustic sense of humor. Is AT THE WEDDING a comedy or a drama? Turner’s writing seems stuck in limbo unsure of what it really wants to be.
by James Lindhorst - Apr 7, 2025
West End Player’s AT THE WEDDING is a well-constructed show with strong directorial vision, good performances, but it is saddled by a muddled narrative. The talented cast works diligently to overcome Bryna Turner’s ponderous script. The early scene between Carlo and Carly (the bridesmaid) lays an expectation that AT THE WEDDING is a droll relationship comedy, but the scenes that follow lack the same wit and caustic sense of humor. Is AT THE WEDDING a comedy or a drama? Turner’s writing seems stuck in limbo unsure of what it really wants to be.
Review: THE BUTCHER OF BARABOO at Union Avenue Christian Church
by James Lindhorst - Nov 23, 2024
“The Butcher of Baraboo” is a grim dark comedy that spirals into complete brutality. The characters are willing to go to extreme measures to protect themselves and their secrets. The is no familial loyalty among this group of vicious characters. The West End Players Guild has staged a cutting production of a play that is gratuitous in savage barbarity.
by James Lindhorst - Nov 23, 2024
“The Butcher of Baraboo” is a grim dark comedy that spirals into complete brutality. The characters are willing to go to extreme measures to protect themselves and their secrets. The is no familial loyalty among this group of vicious characters. The West End Players Guild has staged a cutting production of a play that is gratuitous in savage barbarity.
That Uppity Theatre Company Stages 2019 Climate Change Theatre Action Event
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2020
On December 13, 2019 at the Mark Wilson Theatre on the campus of St. Louis University, Playhouse Emissions: Climate Change Theatre Action St. Louis 2019 was presented as part of the international Climate Change Theatre Action 2019.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2020
On December 13, 2019 at the Mark Wilson Theatre on the campus of St. Louis University, Playhouse Emissions: Climate Change Theatre Action St. Louis 2019 was presented as part of the international Climate Change Theatre Action 2019.
That Uppity Theatre Company Presents PLAYHOUSE EMISSIONS: CLIMATE CHANGE THEATRE ACTION ST. LOUIS 2019
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 27, 2019
On Friday December 13, 7:30-9:00 pm at the Mark Wilson Theatre on the campus of St. Louis University, 'Playhouse Emissions: Climate Change Theatre Action St. Louis 2019' will be presented as part of the international Climate Change Theatre Action 2019. Admission is free.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 27, 2019
On Friday December 13, 7:30-9:00 pm at the Mark Wilson Theatre on the campus of St. Louis University, 'Playhouse Emissions: Climate Change Theatre Action St. Louis 2019' will be presented as part of the international Climate Change Theatre Action 2019. Admission is free.
That Uppity Theatre Company Raises Over $10,000 in Two Sold Out Historic Performances of THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2019
Over Valentine's Day weekend, That Uppity Theatre Company produced two sold out performances of The Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler as the official site for V-Day Missouri 2019, raising over $10,000 in honor of the 50th anniversary of NARAL Pro-Choice Missouri, the state's largest grassroots pro-choice organization.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2019
Over Valentine's Day weekend, That Uppity Theatre Company produced two sold out performances of The Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler as the official site for V-Day Missouri 2019, raising over $10,000 in honor of the 50th anniversary of NARAL Pro-Choice Missouri, the state's largest grassroots pro-choice organization.
STAGE TUBE: Meet Jenni Barber Who Plays Ado Annie of The Muny's OKLAHOMA
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 24, 2015
The Muny presents OKLAHOMA!, which began performances on August 10 and runs through August 16, 2015, directed by Rob Ruggiero, choreographed by Susan Stroman and music directed by Kevin Stites. Ginger Thatcherrestages Stroman's choreography. Meet Jenni Barber (who plays Ado Annie) in the video below!
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 24, 2015
The Muny presents OKLAHOMA!, which began performances on August 10 and runs through August 16, 2015, directed by Rob Ruggiero, choreographed by Susan Stroman and music directed by Kevin Stites. Ginger Thatcherrestages Stroman's choreography. Meet Jenni Barber (who plays Ado Annie) in the video below!
Photo Flash: Backstage With the Cast of The Muny's OKLAHOMA!
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 13, 2015
The Muny presents OKLAHOMA!, which began performances on August 10 and runs through August 16, 2015, directed by Rob Ruggiero, choreographed by Susan Stroman and music directed by Kevin Stites. Ginger Thatcherrestages Stroman's choreography. BroadwayWorld has a first look at some backstage shots below!
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 13, 2015
The Muny presents OKLAHOMA!, which began performances on August 10 and runs through August 16, 2015, directed by Rob Ruggiero, choreographed by Susan Stroman and music directed by Kevin Stites. Ginger Thatcherrestages Stroman's choreography. BroadwayWorld has a first look at some backstage shots below!
Photo Flash: First Look at the Opening Night Cast Party for The Muny's OKLAHOMA! (Part 2)
by Matt Smith - Aug 12, 2015
The Muny presents OKLAHOMA!, which began performances on August 10 and runs through August 16, 2015, directed by Rob Ruggiero, choreographed by Susan Stroman and music directed by Kevin Stites. Ginger Thatcherrestages Stroman's choreography. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast partying the night away below!
by Matt Smith - Aug 12, 2015
The Muny presents OKLAHOMA!, which began performances on August 10 and runs through August 16, 2015, directed by Rob Ruggiero, choreographed by Susan Stroman and music directed by Kevin Stites. Ginger Thatcherrestages Stroman's choreography. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast partying the night away below!
Photo Flash: First Look at the Opening Night Cast Party for The Muny's OKLAHOMA! (Part 1)
by Matt Smith - Aug 12, 2015
The Muny presents OKLAHOMA!, which began performances on August 10 and runs through August 16, 2015, directed by Rob Ruggiero, choreographed by Susan Stroman and music directed by Kevin Stites. Ginger Thatcherrestages Stroman's choreography. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast partying the night away below!
by Matt Smith - Aug 12, 2015
The Muny presents OKLAHOMA!, which began performances on August 10 and runs through August 16, 2015, directed by Rob Ruggiero, choreographed by Susan Stroman and music directed by Kevin Stites. Ginger Thatcherrestages Stroman's choreography. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast partying the night away below!
Photo Flash: First Look at OKLAHOMA! at The Muny with Ben Davis, Beth Leavel and More!
by BWW News Desk - Aug 11, 2015
The Muny presents OKLAHOMA!, which began performances on August 10 and runs through August 16, 2015, directed by Rob Ruggiero, choreographed by Susan Stroman and music directed by Kevin Stites. Ginger Thatcher restages Stroman's choreography. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - Aug 11, 2015
The Muny presents OKLAHOMA!, which began performances on August 10 and runs through August 16, 2015, directed by Rob Ruggiero, choreographed by Susan Stroman and music directed by Kevin Stites. Ginger Thatcher restages Stroman's choreography. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
BWW Reviews: The MUNY's Awesome INTO THE WOODS at Forest Park
by Chris Gibson - Jul 22, 2015
I purposely avoided the recent film version of INTO THE WOODS because I really didn't find the previews or the stunt casting appropriate. For me, it's a work that requires an audience to use their imagination to a great extent, and movies tend to give form to those things that are much better left conjured up in your own mind. That's why my son and I absolutely loved The MUNY's current presentation of the show. Let's face it, a woodland setting created utilizing green screen technology and a few key set pieces is nowhere near as effective at conveying the atmosphere desired, especially when you already have those actual elements growing freely at the back of this marvelous outdoor stage. Stephen Sondheim (music and lyrics) and James Lapine (book) crafted a brilliant mash-up of several fairy tales and fables that is smart, funny, and, ultimately, touching. When I asked my boy what he thought of the show at the end of the night he neatly summed it up: 'I thought it was awesome!' I agree wholeheartedly. Superbly cast and conceived, this is a production that's simply tailor made for The MUNY. Go see it, and take your kids with you! It may have a few moments that are a bit gruesome or adult in content, but they'll have a wonderful time, and so will you!
by Chris Gibson - Jul 22, 2015
I purposely avoided the recent film version of INTO THE WOODS because I really didn't find the previews or the stunt casting appropriate. For me, it's a work that requires an audience to use their imagination to a great extent, and movies tend to give form to those things that are much better left conjured up in your own mind. That's why my son and I absolutely loved The MUNY's current presentation of the show. Let's face it, a woodland setting created utilizing green screen technology and a few key set pieces is nowhere near as effective at conveying the atmosphere desired, especially when you already have those actual elements growing freely at the back of this marvelous outdoor stage. Stephen Sondheim (music and lyrics) and James Lapine (book) crafted a brilliant mash-up of several fairy tales and fables that is smart, funny, and, ultimately, touching. When I asked my boy what he thought of the show at the end of the night he neatly summed it up: 'I thought it was awesome!' I agree wholeheartedly. Superbly cast and conceived, this is a production that's simply tailor made for The MUNY. Go see it, and take your kids with you! It may have a few moments that are a bit gruesome or adult in content, but they'll have a wonderful time, and so will you!
Photo Flash: First Look at Heather Headley, Erin Dilly, Rob McClure and More in INTO THE WOODS at The Muny
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 22, 2015
Stephen Sondheim (music and lyrics) and James Lapine's (book) INTO THE WOODS opened July 21, at the Muny, and is playing through July 27 in Forest Park. The production is directed by Gary Griffin, choreographed by Chris Bailey and music directed by Brad Haak. Check out a first look at the cast in action on opening night below!
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 22, 2015
Stephen Sondheim (music and lyrics) and James Lapine's (book) INTO THE WOODS opened July 21, at the Muny, and is playing through July 27 in Forest Park. The production is directed by Gary Griffin, choreographed by Chris Bailey and music directed by Brad Haak. Check out a first look at the cast in action on opening night below!
Photo Flash: The Muny's MY FAIR LADY Celebrates Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 16, 2015
My Fair Lady opened last night, June 15 where it will run through June 21 as the opening production of The Muny's 97th summer season. Check out photos from the after party below!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 16, 2015
My Fair Lady opened last night, June 15 where it will run through June 21 as the opening production of The Muny's 97th summer season. Check out photos from the after party below!
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