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Review: Albion Theatre’s I HAVE BEEN HERE BEFORE is a Supernatural Story Stuck in S

Review: Albion Theatre’s I HAVE BEEN HERE BEFORE is a Supernatural Story Stuck in Spiraling Time

by James Lindhorst — October 18, 2025
Albion Theatre consistently produces polished and well rehearsed plays. I Have Been There Before is no exception. It is extremely well directed, acted, designed, and stage managed. Priestly’s script has never connected with an audience to enjoy a lengthy theatrical run, but the Albion production i...
Review: The Rep Gets Supernatural with THE WOMAN IN BLACK

Review: The Rep Gets Supernatural with THE WOMAN IN BLACK

by Rob Levy — October 17, 2025
The atmosphere is scary, the drama is intense, and the unexplained abounds in this well-acted production that relies on atmospherics, lighting, and effects to thrill and chill its audiences. The Woman In Black is an unnerving delight....
Review: THE LIFE OF PI at the Fabulous Fox Theatre

Review: THE LIFE OF PI at the Fabulous Fox Theatre

by Rob Levy — October 13, 2025
There are no musical numbers in the Fox Theatre’s 2025-2026 season opener. But that’s okay. Instead of a full-blown musical spectacle the company has opted for a moving production of The Life of Pi....
Review: PROFESSOR HOUSE is Gripping Psychological Drama

Review: PROFESSOR HOUSE is Gripping Psychological Drama

by James Lindhorst — October 13, 2025
Professor House blends Jacob Juntunen’s psychologically charged script with visionary direction, spellbinding performances, and evocative lighting and sound design. Director Sam Hayes, the cast, and technical team create an otherworldly experience that is riveting, thrilling, and absorbing. The ma...
Review: ELSINORE is a Hamlet Prequel filled with Envy and Bloodlust

Review: ELSINORE is a Hamlet Prequel filled with Envy and Bloodlust

by James Lindhorst — October 10, 2025
Elsinore is a bit of a coming-of-age tragedy peppered with romance, envy, and bloodlust, setting the stage for the beginning of Hamlet. It written with formal vernacular to enhance the story’s credibility. David Nonemaker and Eric Satterfield’s storytelling relies on many Shakespearean conventio...
Review: THE MINUTES at Tower Grove Abbey

Review: THE MINUTES at Tower Grove Abbey

by Rob Levy — October 8, 2025
Tense, terse, and at times testy, The Minutes is almost two plays in one. While the first half gives off the vibe of a comedic tale of small-town bureaucracy, the second half is a darker and more cynical examination of the erosion of power structures....
Review: ST. NICHOLAS at The Midnight Company is a Story of Obsession and Consequences

Review: ST. NICHOLAS at The Midnight Company is a Story of Obsession and Consequences

by James Lindhorst — October 3, 2025
The Midnight Company’s production of St. Nicholas is built for fans of vampire stories. The story of obsession leads a man to walk down a dark path with irreversible consequence. The script and Hanrahan’s delivery never quite reach a level of creepy macabre, but it is a fascinating story that’...
Review: TAYLOR LOUDERMAN Charms in Her First Cabaret Show at the Blue Strawberry Show

Review: TAYLOR LOUDERMAN Charms in Her First Cabaret Show at the Blue Strawberry Showroom And Lounge

by James Lindhorst — September 28, 2025
The talented and likeable Taylor Louderman charmed, delighted, and amused in her Blue Strawberry debut. Ending her set with the Tim McGraw hit “Humble and Kind,” Louderman sang, “Hold the door, say please, and say thank you. I know you’ve got mountains to climb but always stay humble and kin...
Review: CARMELA FULL OF WISHES at Metro Theater Company

Review: CARMELA FULL OF WISHES at Metro Theater Company

by James Lindhorst — September 27, 2025
Metro Theater Company continues its mission of introducing meaningful and entertaining theatrical productions to young audiences. Their current production, Carmela Full of Wishes, is Alvaro Saar Rios’ adaptation of Matt de la Peña’s graphic children’s book. Ageless actor Fabiola Cabrera stars...
Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at STAGES St. Louis is Some Kind of Wonder

Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at STAGES St. Louis is Some Kind of Wonderful

by James Lindhorst — September 25, 2025
STAGES St. Louis production of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical is not only wonderfully nostalgic musically, but it is a richly entertaining evening of musical comedy. Director Jennifer Werner’s attention to detail creates an immensely enjoyable piece of period storytelling. The expressive and w...
Opera Theatre of St. Louis Nominated For Two 2025 International Opera Awards

Opera Theatre of St. Louis Nominated For Two 2025 International Opera Awards

by James Lindhorst — September 19, 2025
The world-renowned Opera Theatre of St. Louis (OTSL) was recognized with nominations in two categories for the 2025 International Opera Awards. The world premiere staging of This House by Ricky Ian Gordon, Lynn Nottage and Ruby Aiyo Gerber was nominated for Best World Premiere, and the 2025 OTSL Fes...
Review: CLASSIC ADVENTURE MOVIE; OR NEVER SAY DIE is a Goofy Parody of The Goonies

Review: CLASSIC ADVENTURE MOVIE; OR NEVER SAY DIE is a Goofy Parody of The Goonies

by James Lindhorst — September 13, 2025
Classic Adventure Movie; or Never Say Die will be a side-splitting, nostalgic paroday for cult fans of The Goonies. Those who’ve seen the movie once or twice will be entertained, find a few laughs, enjoy the cast’s animated exuberance, and be impressed by the show’s technical elements....
Review: THE WANDERERS at New Jewish Theatre is a Bittersweet Look at Fracturing Marri

Review: THE WANDERERS at New Jewish Theatre is a Bittersweet Look at Fracturing Marriages

by James Lindhorst — September 12, 2025
The performances in The Wanderers are first rate, but it is Robert Quinlan’s expertly crafted, immersive, and precise storytelling that ensnares the audience. Anna Ziegler’s nonlinear bittersweet script is laced with humor and several unexpected turns. The conclusion may be a bit overwrought, bu...
Review: THE COTTAGE at Loretto-Hilton Center

Review: THE COTTAGE at Loretto-Hilton Center

by Rob Levy — September 9, 2025
Roaring laughter meets the roaring twenties in The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis’ The Cottage. A dramedy in the classic sense, the company’s 59th season starter offers an endless barrage of scandalous dalliances, clever double entendres, and mistaken identities....
Review: RAISIN at The Black Rep Still Resonates with Socially Relevant Themes

Review: RAISIN at The Black Rep Still Resonates with Socially Relevant Themes

by James Lindhorst — September 7, 2025
The musical Raisin, currently on stage at The Black Rep, is based on Lorraine Hansberry's 1950’s drama A Raisin in the Sun. The story tells of three generations of the Younger family sharing a cramped inner-city apartment on Chicago’s southside....
Review: Soul Siren Playhouse's Immersive DEATH JAM Challenges the Senses with a Provo

Review: Soul Siren Playhouse's Immersive DEATH JAM Challenges the Senses with a Provocative Original Work

by James Lindhorst — September 5, 2025
Death Jam is more a theatrical experience than storytelling. It is poetry and dramatic reading supported by modernistic lighting, sound, and video projections. Davis impresses with his command of the text and his vocal and physical interpretation. Bradford Lewis Rolen’s direction and set design, B...
Review: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at The Marriott Theatre is a Groovy, Far Out Nod to 60's

Review: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at The Marriott Theatre is a Groovy, Far Out Nod to 60's Pop Culture

by James Lindhorst — September 4, 2025
Marriott Theater’s production of Catch Me If You Can works on every level. It is funny and ridiculously entertaining. The cast has immense chemistry, and their execution of the material is next level. It’s a Broadway quality production and is as close to musical theater perfection as a show can ...
Review: St. Louis Shakespeare Festival's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM is Delightfully

Review: St. Louis Shakespeare Festival's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM is Delightfully Amusing

by James Lindhorst — August 21, 2025
This TOUR CO production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream is special. It is delightfully amusing and filled with crowd pleasing performances. The ensemble dazzles and wows. It is just fun. Director Tre'VonGriffith and the actors make Shakespeare accessible and engaging for young and old. Their work wil...
Review: JERSEY BOYS at The Muny is Nostalgic and Sentimental

Review: JERSEY BOYS at The Muny is Nostalgic and Sentimental

by James Lindhorst — August 20, 2025
Fans of The Four Season and those that have seen many productions of Jersey Boys are going to enjoy Maggie Burrow’s nostalgic and fresh take. Pablo David Laucerica’s star is on the rise. He’s terrific vocally and has outstanding stage presence. He will soon be making his Broadway debut in the ...
Review: THE SECOND HURRICANE at Tower Groves Abbey

Review: THE SECOND HURRICANE at Tower Groves Abbey

by Rob Levy — August 11, 2025
Emphasizing the themes of overcoming a harsh environment, ethics and the complexities of teen relationships, The Second Hurricane packs a lot of drama into a small amount of time....
Review: The Muny's LA CAGE AUX FOLLES is The Best of Times

Review: The Muny's LA CAGE AUX FOLLES is The Best of Times

by James Lindhorst — August 10, 2025
The Muny’s La Cage Aux Folles is enormity in storytelling. Contrasted with the intimacy of last week’s Dear Evan Hansen, Marsha Milgrom Dodge’s La Cage captures the grandeur of what The Muny does best. It is a grand venue that supports epic productions....
Review: Intense Performances Fuel A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE at the Tennessee Williams

Review: Intense Performances Fuel A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE at the Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis

by James Lindhorst — August 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 Tenness...
Review: Colin Healy's MADAM Looks at the Seedier Side of St. Louis in the 19th Centur

Review: Colin Healy's MADAM Looks at the Seedier Side of St. Louis in the 19th Century

by James Lindhorst — August 3, 2025
Madam is a fictional story based on a real-life 19th century entrepreneur and real-estate investor. The adult-themed book’s shrewd protagonist, devilish villains, and supporting characters tell a story of the seedier side of old St. Louis....
Review: Tesseract Theatre Company's STEEL MAGNOLIAS is a Lovely Ode to Community & Fr

Review: Tesseract Theatre Company's STEEL MAGNOLIAS is a Lovely Ode to Community & Friendship

by James Lindhorst — August 3, 2025
Steel Magnolias is an actor's piece. Margery A. Handy’s transformative performance is reason enough to spend two and a half hours revisiting Robert Harling’s play. ...
Review: ERA's DOLLHOUSE BY THREE MANUFACTURERS Sacrifices Narrative in an Experimenta

Review: ERA's DOLLHOUSE BY THREE MANUFACTURERS Sacrifices Narrative in an Experimental Directorial Showcase

by James Lindhorst — August 1, 2025
Over the next few weekends Equally Represented Arts (ERA), one of the city's leading companies in experimental theater, is presenting an adaptation of Ibsen’s A Doll’s House. Three emerging directors, Miranda Jagels Felix, Spencer Lawton, and Jimmy Bernatowicz, share the directorial efforts.Whe...
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