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UK Tour of THE KARATE KID MUSICAL Thrusts Stages St. Louis onto the International Theatre Scene
by James Lindhorst - Mar 11, 2026

Stages St. Louis is about to be thrust onto the international theatre scene with the U.K. premiere of The Karate Kid - The Musical. The critically acclaimed world premiere played to sold-out houses during its 5-week run that was originally produced at Stages St. Louis in 2022.

Cast Set For THE KARATE KID �" THE MUSICAL UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026

Full casting has been set for the UK premiere production of THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL. Learn more about the upcoming tour and find out how to get tickets here!

13 GOING ON 30 THE MUSICAL Will Make North American Premiere in Toronto
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026

The 2026/27 Operation Mirvish Theatre Season has been announced at the Mirvish Theatre in Toronto, including the North American premiere of 13 Going on 30 - The Musical. Learn more here!

Interview: Chatting with Jake Bentley Young And Jack Lane of THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by James Lindhorst - Dec 7, 2025

Last Wednesday an actor with ties to St. Louis made his Broadway debut as King Louis XIV in The Queen of Versailles. Just three years ago, Jake Bentley Young starred as Johnny in the STAGES St. Louis production of Karate Kid The Musical. That is where he first met Queen of Versailles co-producer and STAGES St Louis founder Jack Lane.

THE KARATE KID THE MUSICAL Will Embark on UK Premiere Tour in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025

A UK premiere production of THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL will embark on a major UK Tour next spring, prior to the West End and Broadway. Learn more about the production here!

Jackie Chan & Ralph Macchio to Reunite For New KARATE KID Movie
by Michael Major - Nov 21, 2023

Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio are reuniting for a new 'The Karate Kid' movie. While plot details are under wraps, Macchio will reprise his role as Daniel LaRusso and Chan will return as Mr. Han. Watch the announcement video now!

Photos: Ralph Macchio Attends Reading of THE KARATE KID Musical
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2023

The producers of The Karate Kid - The Musical hosted a reading of the upcoming musical yesterday to a packed studio of Broadway industry heavyweights.

Feature: St. Louis' Top 10 Theatrical Events of 2022
by James Lindhorst - Dec 14, 2022

This past year was filled with exceptional theatrical productions in the St. Louis Arts Community. Nearly every performance in 2022 at STAGES St. Louis, The Muny, The Black Rep and Midnight Company were entertaining with only a few misfires. As a long-time season ticket holder to The Fabulous Fox Theatre and a first-time attendee to New Line Theatre, I had the opportunity to see nearly every theatrical production that was staged in these venues. Instead of compiling a top ten list of best shows, I decided this would be the opportunity to recognize the best work, both performing and technical theater, that I observed in 2022. Without further ado, here are the ten best works on the stages of St. Louis throughout the past year. 

Sacred Heart University Community Theatre Presents August Films
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2022

The SHU Community Theatre presents a month of film programming in August. Check out the full lineup here!

Photos: Ralph Macchio Attends Performance of THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL
by Grace Cutler - Jun 25, 2022

Original 1984 film actor Ralph Macchio attended the pre-Broadway run of THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL presented by STAGES St. Louis at Kirkwood Performing Arts Center. Check out photos of him performing with the cast.

Photos & Video: Original Movie Cast Member William Zabka Visits THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 8, 2022

William Zabka (Johnny Lawrence in the original 1984 The Karate Kid movie and star of COBRA KAI) stopped by the production. Check out photos and video! The world premiere, pre-Broadway engagement of THE KARATE KID - The Musical is now playing at STAGES St. Louis' Kirkwood Performing Arts Center.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of the Pre-Broadway Run of THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2022

Last night, the world premiere of THE KARATE KID – The Musical opened at STAGES St. Louis’ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center and we've got photos from opening night!

Review Roundup: Pre-Broadway Run of THE KARATE KID Opens in St. Louis
by Alan Henry - Jun 2, 2022

The Karate Kid - The Musical is having its pre-Broadway, world premier engagement with STAGES St. Louis at the Ross Family Theatre at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center, and celebrated its official opening night yestrday. Let's see what the critics have to say!

BWW Review: THE KARATE KID THE MUSICAL at STAGES St. Louis At The Ross Family Theater In The Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
by James Lindhorst - Jun 2, 2022

Director Amon Miyamoto leads his cast and creative team in staging a production that is familiar, completely original, and theatrically exciting. The choreography and set design work in tandem to create motion on a stage that’s never been seen before. Each member of the cast completely disappears into their roles with performances that are stellar by both the Broadway veterans and actors making their stage debuts.

VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals of the Pre-Broadway Run of THE KARATE KID
by Alan Henry - May 25, 2022

In an all new video, go behind-the-scenes of The Karate Kid - The Musical ahead of its pre-Broadway, world premiere engagement with STAGES St. Louis at the Ross Family Theatre at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center which begins previews tonight, Wednesday, May 25 with an opening night set for Wednesday, June 1.

Photo: First Look at the Pre-Broadway Run of THE KARATE KID
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2022

Producers Naoya Kinoshita, Kumiko Yoshii, and Michael Wolk have shared a first look at The Karate Kid – The Musical ahead of its pre-Broadway, world premier engagement with STAGES St. Louis at the Ross Family Theatre at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center which begins previews Wednesday, May 25 with an opening night on Wednesday, June 1.

BWW Interview: Drew Gasparini of THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL at STAGES St. Louis
by James Lindhorst - May 22, 2022

Drew Gasparini is a composer who has been writing Broadway scores for more than a decade-and-a-half. He shared that in mid-2018 the producers from Gorgeous Entertainment were reaching out to his agents asking about his interest in submitting songs for a new musical production of The Karate Kid. 

FOREVER YOUNG Will Be Performed at Sing'Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 17, 2021

Set half a century later in the year 2071, Forever Young chronicles the life of a group of retired actors living in a nursing home. These zany nonagenarians – formerly the pillars of Singapore's art scene – are determined to prove that it is not all behind them. T

Moonlight Amphitheatre Announces May Events
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2021

Following recently provided state guidelines for outdoor live events, the Moonlight Amphitheatre is pleased to welcome back patrons with May programming featuring movie nights and concerts. Tickets to these events will go on sale on Mon., April 5 at noon.

VIDEO: Watch a Sneak Peek at COBRA KAI on Netflix
by Sarah Leiber - Aug 24, 2020

Two dojos. One epic rivalry. The Cobra Kai legacy continues only on Netflix. Seasons 1 and 2 strike back August 28th. Season 3 enters the tournament in 2021.