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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!

Critic James Lindhorst's Best of St. Louis Theatre in 2025
by James Lindhorst - Dec 15, 2025

This past season was the year of the comedy in St. Louis Theater. Companies across the city had audiences laughing all season long with slapstick, farce, and satire. There were some wonderful musical productions that really sang, a few hard hitting dramas, but comedies reigned in both quantity and quality. Instead of publishing a Top 10 list this year, I’m going to recognize the Best in St. Louis Theater for 2025. “The Best” is still a shortened list of just 13 shows out of the nearly 90 shows I saw this past year. It took weeks of thought and painstaking consideration to decide which productions would be included in my annual list. Here they are. The productions are listed in alphabetical order, not ranked by favorites:

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!

Review: BRING IT ON at The Muny is a High Flying Sensation
by James Lindhorst - Jun 18, 2025

The Muny's Bring It On is electrifying musical theatre for people of all ages. The biggest surprise is Jeff Whitty’s clever book. His story is filled with laughs, unexpected surprises, and a lot of heart. The young exuberant cast’s lively performances are punctuated with high-intensity dancing and explosive gymnastics. The Muny’s vibrant production of Bring It On soars and is highly recommended. 

Jonalyn Saxer, Kennedy Holmes, and More Will Lead BRING IT ON at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2025

Jonalyn Saxer, Kennedy Holmes, Bryce Williams, Taylor Sage Evans, Katy Geraghty, and more will star in the Muny premiere of Bring It On. Learn more about the show here!

BRING IT ON at the Muny Will Include 16 University of Kentucky Cheerleaders
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025

Sixteen athletes — current squad members and alumni — from the nationally renowned University of Kentucky cheerleading program will be part of the ensemble in this summer's Muny premiere of Bring It On: The Musical. 

Guitars in Bars Returns to Adelaide Guitar Festival
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2024

Adelaide Guitar Festival 2024 will showcase South Australia’s vibrant live music scene across our UNESCO City of Music with an impressive lineup of artists, all celebrating the world’s most popular instrument – the guitar.

COMICS FOR KAMALA Come To The Den Theatre This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2024

Comics for Kamala, a comedy event, will be held at The Den Theatre on August 20.

Triumph The Insult Comic Dog Comes To The Den Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - May 25, 2024

The Den Theatre has announced Triumph the Insult Comic Dog and his celebrated game show “Let’s Make A Poop” with celebrity panelists Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich, Cubs legend Ryan Dempster, WGN-TV Weatherman Paul Konrad and more surprise guests.

George Civeris, LOVE ISN'T BLIND Podcast Join The Den Theatre July Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2024

George Civeris and the 'Love Isn't Blind' podcast will be part of The Den Theatre's July 2024 lineup. Enjoy live performances and engaging discussions at this Chicago venue.

Cassie Workman, Red Richardson, Michael Kosta Come To The Den Theatre In May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 11, 2024

Get ready for a laughter-filled evening at The Den Theatre as comedians Cassie Workman, Red Richardson, and Michael Kosta are set to perform.

Christianee Porter's THE CHRISTI SHOW Comes To The Den Theatre In July
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2024

Catch Christianee Porter's hilarious The Christi Show at The Den Theatre on July 21. Don't miss the chance to witness this comedic sensation live on stage.

Liz Miele Returns To The Den Theatre In September
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024

Comedian Liz Miele is set to return to The Den Theatre for a memorable performance on September 22. Don't miss out on an evening of laughter and entertainment.

Anna Akana's IT GETS DARKER Comes To The Den Theatre This March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2024

Anna Akana: It Gets Darker comes to The Den Theatre on March 16. Get ready for a one-night-only show filled with comedy and new stories from Anna Akana.