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Review: A DOLL’S HOUSE PART 2 Features Expressive Portrayals from a Cohesive Ensemble
by James Lindhorst - Feb 13, 2026

When Lucas Hnath’s play premiered on Broadway the New York Times and Time Out New York called it “the best play of the season.” It’s an engaging and modern script tackling themes of feminist autonomy and self-determination. Weber’s staging is well-conceived and highly entertaining. Layton, Reed, Doggett, and Coffey all turn in expressive portrayal as a cohesive ensemble.

The 2026 ST. LOUIS THEATER CIRCLE AWARD NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED - The Rep Leads All Companies with 38 Nods
by James Lindhorst - Feb 3, 2026

The St. Louis Theatre Circle has announced their nominations for their annual awards to be distributed on March 23, 2026, at the Loretto-Hilton Center. 172 theatre artists have been nominated in 34 categories honoring the best in St. Louis Theater in 2025. The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis leads all companies with a record-breaking 38 nominations for their productions of Athena, Clyde’s, Emma, Ken Ludwig’s Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood, The Brothers Size, and The Cottage. Emma is the most nominated comedy of the season with 11 nominations.

Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards; THE SECOND HURRICANE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards; Stray Dog Theatre Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards; THE SECOND HURRICANE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Interview: Chatting with Lize Lewy of EMMA at The Repertory Theatre Of St. Louis
by James Lindhorst - Dec 11, 2025

Lize Lewy is having a moment. The actor, director, and playwright is currently slaying audiences in their breakout turn as Harriet in the Repertory Theatre of St. Louis’ production of Emma. Their scene stealing portrayal of Emma’s awkward friend is a masterclass in expressive physical comedy.

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards; Stray Dog Theatre Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards; ALICE BY HEART Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis To Present EMMA In December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2025

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis will present Emma by Kate Hamill, based on the novel by Jane Austen, running December 3–21, 2025, at the Loretto-Hilton Center on the campus of Webster University.

Photos: JERSEY BOYS at The Muny First Look Images
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2025

You can now get a first look at production photos of Jersey Boys at the Muny! The cast includes Cory Jeacoma (Nick Massi), Pablo David Laucerica (Frankie Valli), Andrew Poston (Bob Gaudio), Ryan Vasquez (Tommy DeVito). Learn more!

Video: JERSEY BOYS First Look at The Muny
by Joshua Wright - Aug 19, 2025

Get a first look at the final show of the season - Jersey Boys at the Muny! Check out the cast in action. Jersey Boys tells the inspiring story of four blue-collar kids who became pop-music legends.

Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for JERSEY BOYS at The Muny
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 17, 2025

Rehearsals are officially underway for Jersey Boys at the Muny! Watch in this video for a behind the scenes look at rehearsals.

Video: 'Can't Take My Eyes Off You' from JERSEY BOYS at The Muny
by Joshua Wright - Aug 13, 2025

Go into the rehearsal studio with Pablo David Laucerica (Frankie Valli) as he performs a selection from Can’t Take My Eyes Off You with Music Director/Conductor Paul Byssainthe Jr. at The Muny.

Review: Intense Performances Fuel A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE at the Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis
by James Lindhorst - Aug 8, 2025

Director Michael James Reed and company present A Streetcar Named Desire with grand showmanship, attention grabbing storytelling, and intense performances. The Tennessee Williams Festival is an outstanding chance to see a superb production of his Williams’ masterpiece. It is hard to say a Tennessee William’s play enjoyable or entertaining because his dramas are never uplifting. A Streetcar Named Desire tackles brutality, abuse, alcoholism, toxic masculinity, class conflict, rape, mental anguish, and nervous breakdown. Blanche and Stanley’s dramatic conflict leaves victims in their wake. 

Full Cast Set For JERSEY BOYS at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2025

The Muny has announced the full cast for its production of Jersey Boys, which closes the 107th season of musicals on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park.

A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE & More Leads BroadwayWorld's St. Louis Summer 2025 Theater Picks
by James Lindhorst - Jul 15, 2025

Among the most highly anticipated theatrical events in St. Louis this summer is the mainstage production at the Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis (TWSTL.) In celebration of their 10th Anniversary Season, TWSTL is staging William’s seminal work A Streetcar Named Desire.  

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis Welcome 7 New Board Members
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2025

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis has announced seven newly elected Board Members who will serve a three-year term starting in April 2025. Learn more about the members here!

Photos: SHERWOOD: THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD at The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis is presenting Ken Ludwig’s Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood at the Loretto-Hilton Center on the campus of Webster University. Get a first look at photos here!

Video: Preview SHERWOOD: THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD at The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
by Michael Major - Mar 26, 2025

Join the rebellion with Robin Hood and his Merry Men in “Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood”, on stage NOW! Be part of the action and watch a video preview above!

Review: KEN LUDWIG'S SHERWOOD: THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD at Loretto-Hilton Center
by Rob Levy - Mar 24, 2025

Blending comedy, swashbuckling action, and heartfelt moments, Ludwig’s adaptation brings a fresh and humorous take to the classic Robin Hood legend. Taking aim at one of Britain’s most famous legendary tales, the production, directed by Artistic Director, Kate Bergstrom, closes the company’s 58th season with an absurd take on the story of the famous outlaw.