BWW Reviews: Upstream Theater's Masterful CAFE CHANSON
Conceived, written and directed by renowned actor/writer/director Ken Page, CAFE CHANSON is a memorable production that's affecting and intriguing.
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BWW Reviews: Mustard Seed Theatre's Amusing Pairing of MRS. SORKEN and THE DUCK VARIATIONS
Though at first it may seem like an odd pairing of one acts, there's actually a connection between playwright Christopher Durang's introductory work, MRS.
BWW Review: The Rep's Touching and Heartfelt Production of 4000 MILES
While watching playwright Amy Herzog's wonderful play, 4000 MILES, I kept being reminded of my own relationship with my grandmother (on my mother's side of the family) who passed away many years ago (unfortunately, I never met my grandmother on my father's side).
BWW Reviews: The Rhythmic Delights of STOMP
The last time STOMP came to the Fabulous Fox Theatre I made sure to bring along my son.
BWW Reviews: Overblown FLASHDANCE THE MUSICAL Misses the Mark
It's a bit disconcerting when you see a play or musical that's set in an era you lived through.
BWW Reviews: The Rep's Must-See Production of GOOD PEOPLE
Sometimes bad things happen to good people.
BWW CD Reviews: David Lanz's Brilliant CRISTOFORI'S DREAM...RE-ENVISIONED
In case you didn't know it already, Bartolomeo Cristofori was the inventor of the piano, and in 1988 David Lanz paid tribute to him with his rich album, Cristofori's Dream, itself a lovely album of considerable grace and beauty.
BWW Reviews: Chris Gibson's Best of 2012 in St. Louis
I'm lucky enough to see over a hundred shows every year, and I'm happy to report that 2012 was an excellent year for theatre in St.
BWW Reviews: Imaginary Theatre Company's A GNOME FOR CHRISTMAS Charms
I'm a big fan of the Repertory Theatre of St.
BWW Reviews: Stunning FULLY COMMITTED by Stray Dog Theatre
Performing a one-person show can be a daunting task.
BWW Reviews: Terrific WICKED Takes Flight at the Fox Theatre
WICKED is pure spectacle, or to quote Glinda the Good Witch herself, it's a "thrill-ifying" experience that dazzles and delights, with terrific performances and eye-popping scenic design and special effects.
BWW Reviews: The Reduced Shakespeare Company's THE ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS SHOW (Abridged)
I love it when the Reduced Shakespeare Company comes to town.
BWW Reviews: Magic Smoking Monkey Theatre's Clever STUPEFY! THE 90 MINUTE HARRY POTTER
You'd have to have been a hermit living in a cave the past few years not to be aware of the cultural impact of J.
BWW Reviews: The New Jewish Theatre Stages Lovely TALLEY'S FOLLY
If you're looking for heart-warming fare this holiday season, then look no further than The New Jewish Theatre's splendid production of playwright Lanford Wilson's work, TALLEY'S FOLLY.
BWW Reviews: St. Louis Actors' Studio Holiday Offering SEASON'S GREETINGS
I have to confess that I'm not particularly fond of playwright/director Alan Ayckbourn's brand of British farce.
BWW Reviews: HotCity Theatre's Side-Splitting Production of THE DIVINE SISTER
If Die!Mommy!Die lovingly skewers swinging suburbia, then THE DIVINE SISTER is a swift kick to the groin of Catholicism and religion in general.
BWW Reviews: The Rep's Hilarious Production of THE FOREIGNER
Before his untimely death in a plane crash in the mid-1980's, playwright Larry Shue had penned two community theatre staples, The Nerd and THE FOREIGNER.
BWW Reviews: BLUE MAN GROUP Wows Audience at the Fox Theatre
While I've seen BLUE MAN GROUP live and on DVD, they're always tweaking their act so that it's a new experience each time you see them perform.
BWW Reviews: Mustard Seed Theatre's Fitfully Funny IMAGINARY JESUS
With IMAGINARY JESUS, author Matt Mikalatos has written an interesting look at the way that people of faith envision their savior, and playwright Deanna Jent has taken a stab at a stage adaptation that manages to capture it's whimsical approach.
BWW Reviews: CAROLINA CHOCOLATE DROPS Impresses at the Sheldon
When you go to see a concert by the Carolina Chocolate Drops you're going to find yourself immersed in authenticity.
BWW Reviews: R-S Theatrics Funny and Touching SUICIDE, INC.
It's interesting to me when a play can effectively walk the fine line between drama and comedy, and Andrew Hinderaker's play, SUICIDE, INC.
BWW Reviews: Amusing Staging of MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS by Dramatic License Productions
Playwright Ron Hutchinson has written a clever farcical comedy with his play, MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS, based on an actual event that occurred during the tumultuous production of the film Gone with the Wind.
BWW Reviews: Spirited Radio City Christmas Spectacular at the Peabody Opera House
The Rockettes celebrate 85 years of high kicks with the charming and colorful RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR.
BWW Reviews: The Black Rep's Intriguing Production of ANNE & EMMETT
Playwright Janet Langhart Cohen has crafted an intriguing work with ANNE & EMMETT, which brings together two seemingly disparate people from history, and then proceeds to show how similar their lives were.
BWW Reviews: The Rep's Must-See Production of CLYBOURNE PARK
Playwright Bruce Norris has written a real gem with his work CLYBOURNE PARK.
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ELVIS, PATSY CLINE & LORETTA LYNN: THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE CONCERT Kirkwood Performing Arts Center (9/12-9/12) |
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La traviata Opera Theatre of Saint Louis (5/29-6/27) |
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Gunhild Carling at City Winery St. Louis City Winery St. Louis (10/11-10/11) |
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Amadeus Gaslight (2/05-2/21) |
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Wicked Fox Theatre (5/12-5/30) |
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Gateway Dirt Nationals – 3 Day Pass The Dome at America's Center (12/03-12/05) |
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The Great American Trailer Park Musical Rehab Bar & Grill (8/19-8/26) |
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Joshua's Boots COCA - Catherine B. Berges Theatre (10/21-10/24) |
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ELVIS, PATSY CLINE & LORETTA LYNN: THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE CONCERT Kirkwood Performing Arts Center (9/13-9/13) |
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What I Did This Summer – September 2, 6-7pm Schroeder Park Amphitheater (9/02-9/02) |