The Black Rep Presents THE MONTFORD POINT MARINE 5/25-6/26
by Harrison Kaplan
- Jun 5, 2011
The day of July 10th, 1993 marks a special moment for Robert Charles Wilson. 50 years ago he enlisted to become a Marine at Montford Point. He proudly served his country in WWII at Iwo Jima and after exiting the service trained as a classical opera singer. But his only shortcoming in life was separating from his wife, Gwen, when she refused to chase his dream of becoming a famous singer. With their only son R.C. in town to celebrate the anniversary of his father's enlistment, this day brings a wave of memories back to Robert, along with a few unexpected turns in this World Premiere theatre event.
BWW Reviews: The Black Rep's Artful Production of THE REAL MCCOY
by Chris Gibson
- Mar 21, 2011
always consider it a rewarding experience when you go to see a play and you actually learn something along the way. In the case of playwright Andrew Moodie's work, THE REAL MCCOY, we're treated to a biographical account of forgotten black inventor Elijah McCoy (1844-1929). It's an intriguing and engrossing story, and when you begin to realize the obstacles this highly intelligent individual faced, it's even more compelling. The Black Rep has constructed an artful production based on the playwright's original staging, and it's a brilliant presentation deserving of your attendance.
Stages St. Louis Presents STATE FAIR, 9/3-10/3
by BWW
News Desk
- Oct 3, 2010
As State Fairs take place around the country, Stages St. Louis concludes its 24th season with Rodgers and Hammerstein's Tony Award-winning Broadway musical STATE FAIR at The Robert G. Reim Theatre in Kirkwood from September 3 - October 3, 2010.
BWW Review: Stages St. Louis Close Their Season with STATE FAIR
by Chris Gibson
- Sep 12, 2010
STATE FAIR was the only musical that Rodgers and Hammerstein wrote specifically for Hollywood and two versions were filmed, one in 1945 and the other in 1962. The one that's probably most familiar to audiences today is the rather forgettable 1962 version which features Pat Boone serenading a pig. Hammerstein's son, James, revived the musical in 1995, plucking tunes from ME AND JULIET, PIPE DREAM and ALLEGRO! to round out the score. While the results are certainly a mixed bag musically, the latest presentation by Stages St. Louis is splendidly mounted, and provides a lively and engaging look back at a simpler time in our history.
Stages St. Louis Presents STATE FAIR, 9/3-10/3
by BWW
News Desk
- Sep 3, 2010
As State Fairs take place around the country, Stages St. Louis concludes its 24th season with Rodgers and Hammerstein's Tony Award-winning Broadway musical STATE FAIR at The Robert G. Reim Theatre in Kirkwood from September 3 - October 3, 2010.
Stages St. Louis Presents STATE FAIR, 9/3-10/3
by Chris Gibson
- Aug 23, 2010
As State Fairs take place around the country, Stages St. Louis concludes its 24th season with Rodgers and Hammerstein's Tony Award-winning Broadway musical STATE FAIR at The Robert G. Reim Theatre in Kirkwood from September 3 - October 3, 2010.
St. Louis Actors' Studio to Present CLOSER, NOVEMBER et al in '10-'11 Season
by Chris Gibson
- Aug 18, 2010
October 2010 will mark the beginning of St. Louis Actors' Studio's fourth season, themed Angels and Demons. This theme will be examined from the minds of some of our favorite plays and playwrights; from lame duck presidents to aging comedy partners - human wants, needs and political relationships bring out the best and worst in us.
Avalon Theatre Company Closes Production of THE COUNTRY GIRL 5/2
by Chris Gibson
- May 2, 2010
THE COUNTRY GIRL will end its run at the Avalon Theatre Company on May 2nd. Georgie Elgin has suffered long years of devotion to actor husband, Frank. When Frank is offered what is needed to revive his career - a big role in an important new play, the play's brilliant director believes Georgie is the key to Frank's downfall...until a dynamic incident reveals the country girl's identity and exposes Frank's reality.
Avalon Theatre Company Presents THE COUNTRY GIRL 4/22-5/2
by BWW
News Desk
- Apr 22, 2010
Don't let the title fool you...THE COUNTRY GIRL isn't a homespun theatre piece, but a biting, 1950's backstage drama with masterful characterization by Odets at his finest. Georgie Elgin has suffered long years of devotion to actor husband, Frank. When Frank is offered what is needed to revive his career - a big role in an important new play, the play's brilliant director believes Georgie is the key to Frank's downfall...until a dynamic incident reveals the country girl's identity and exposes Frank's reality.
Avalon Theatre Company Presents THE COUNTRY GIRL 4/22-5/2
by Chris Gibson
- Mar 28, 2010
Don't let the title fool you...THE COUNTRY GIRL isn't a homespun theatre piece, but a biting, 1950's backstage drama with masterful characterization by Odets at his finest. Georgie Elgin has suffered long years of devotion to actor husband, Frank. When Frank is offered what is needed to revive his career - a big role in an important new play, the play's brilliant director believes Georgie is the key to Frank's downfall...until a dynamic incident reveals the country girl's identity and exposes Frank's reality.
Butz, Blanchard, Rensenhouse, Matthews and Lorette Lead Shakespeare Festival St. Louis’ HAMLET
by Chris Gibson
- Mar 9, 2010
Shakespeare Festival St. Louis announced the full cast of this season's production of HAMLET, running May 26-June 20, 2010. As previously announced, St. Louisan and Kevin Kline Award winner Jim Butz plays the title role. Joining Butz will be Justin Blanchard as Laertes, John Rensenhouse as Claudius, Anderson Matthews as Polonius, Deanne Lorette as Gertrude, Rob Krakovski as Ghost/Player King, and Kimiye Corwin as Ophelia.
HotCity Theatre Presents WHY TORTURE IS WRONG, AND THE PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEM Feb 12 - 27 at the Kranzberg Arts Center
by Chris Gibson
- Jan 21, 2010
Christopher Durang turns political humor upside down with this hilarious and provocative satire about America's 'War on Terror.' WHY TORTURE IS WRONG, AND THE PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEM tells the story of a young woman suddenly in crisis: Is her new husband, whom she married when drunk, a terrorist? Or just crazy? Or both? Is her father's hobby of butterfly collecting really a cover for his involvement in a shadow government? Don't feel guilty about laughing hard at this new black comedy for an era of yellow, orange and red alerts.
St. Louis Actors' Studio Opens its Third Season with Neil Simon's PROPOSALS
by Chris Gibson
- Sep 21, 2009
St. Louis Actors' Studios third season, examining the theme of 'Love and Honor,' will open on October 2 with Neil Simon's PROPOSALS. This Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright takes you back to the summer of 1953 in a play The New York Post calls 'Extremely entertaining! A play of great warmth and charm.
Ron Raines Sails to South Pacific in TX, Aug. 15-20
by BWW News Desk
- Aug 7, 2006
Ron Raines will play debonair Frenchman Emile de Becque in Casa Mañana's upcoming staging of South Pacific, running at the Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth, Texas from August 15th through 20th
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