STAGES St. Louis to Host 30th Anniversary APPLAUSE! Gala
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2016
On Today, November 11th, 2016 STAGES St. Louis will hold its fifteenth annual Applause! Gala at the Ritz-Carlton in Clayton to support the organization's Education and Artistic programs.
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2016
On Today, November 11th, 2016 STAGES St. Louis will hold its fifteenth annual Applause! Gala at the Ritz-Carlton in Clayton to support the organization's Education and Artistic programs.
SIX Coming to the Hughes Brothers Theatre in 2017
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2016
In 2017 The SIX Show, one of Branson's most successful shows, is moving to the Hughes Brothers Theatre stage.
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2016
In 2017 The SIX Show, one of Branson's most successful shows, is moving to the Hughes Brothers Theatre stage.
11 Schools to Benefit from $30,000 Arts Grant
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2016
Fifth grade theatrical students in the Hazelwood school district, arts education students with severe developmental disabilities at Boonslick State School, and nearly 400 musical students from Keeven Elementary School, are just a few of those who will benefit from the $30,000 in grants awarded to 11 arts education projects funded by the Maritz Arts and Education Fund for Teachers, it was announced today by the Arts and Education Council.
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2016
Fifth grade theatrical students in the Hazelwood school district, arts education students with severe developmental disabilities at Boonslick State School, and nearly 400 musical students from Keeven Elementary School, are just a few of those who will benefit from the $30,000 in grants awarded to 11 arts education projects funded by the Maritz Arts and Education Fund for Teachers, it was announced today by the Arts and Education Council.
STAGE TUBE: Meet The Stars at The Muny: Ali Ewoldt
by Christina Mancuso - November 08, 2016
The stars of today pay tribute singing songs sung by legendary Muny performers including Ethel Merman, Shirley Jones, Bernadette Peters and more! Check out a sneak peek below!
by Christina Mancuso - November 08, 2016
The stars of today pay tribute singing songs sung by legendary Muny performers including Ethel Merman, Shirley Jones, Bernadette Peters and more! Check out a sneak peek below!
New St. Louis Theatre Company PRIME to Launch with THE TRANSMIGRATION SHOW
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2016
PRIME, a brand new St. Louis theatre company, wants to see what it can create on the stage in only 24 hours.
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2016
PRIME, a brand new St. Louis theatre company, wants to see what it can create on the stage in only 24 hours.
Max & Louie to Launch 2017 Season with LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016
Max & Louie recreate a singular night in music history: one of the last, riveting performances in the life of jazz legend Billie Holiday, on stage at the Kranzberg Arts Center, February 17 through March 4, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016
Max & Louie recreate a singular night in music history: one of the last, riveting performances in the life of jazz legend Billie Holiday, on stage at the Kranzberg Arts Center, February 17 through March 4, 2017.
Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation Welcomes New Executive Director
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016
Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation (FPACF) has announced that Amy Scheers has been named as the organization's new Executive Director. She will replace Kathryn Ballard, who has served in that position for the past eight years. Ballard will remain with the organization through the end of the year.
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016
Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation (FPACF) has announced that Amy Scheers has been named as the organization's new Executive Director. She will replace Kathryn Ballard, who has served in that position for the past eight years. Ballard will remain with the organization through the end of the year.
FINDING NEVERLAND yo Play the Fabulous Fox Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2016
The Fabulous Fox Theatre is pleased to announce the casting for the 1st National Tour of FINDING NEVERLAND. FINDING NEVERLAND will play the Fabulous Fox Theatre December 6 - 18, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2016
The Fabulous Fox Theatre is pleased to announce the casting for the 1st National Tour of FINDING NEVERLAND. FINDING NEVERLAND will play the Fabulous Fox Theatre December 6 - 18, 2016.
That Uppity Theatre Company and the St Lou Fringe Present AFTER ORLANDO
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2016
On November 14, 2016, at 7:30pm at the Kranzberg Arts Center in Grand Center, That Uppity Theatre Company and the St Lou Fringe, present excerpts from a collection of three minute plays specifically written and curated in response to the massacre at the Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, Florida, on June 12, 2016, that took the lives of 49 LGBTQ and Allied people.
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2016
On November 14, 2016, at 7:30pm at the Kranzberg Arts Center in Grand Center, That Uppity Theatre Company and the St Lou Fringe, present excerpts from a collection of three minute plays specifically written and curated in response to the massacre at the Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, Florida, on June 12, 2016, that took the lives of 49 LGBTQ and Allied people.
Stray Dog Theatre to Present BUYER & CELLAR
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2016
Underemployed Los Angeles actor, Alex More, is hired to work in a faux shopping mall created by superstar, Barbra Streisand in the basement of her Malibu home.
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2016
Underemployed Los Angeles actor, Alex More, is hired to work in a faux shopping mall created by superstar, Barbra Streisand in the basement of her Malibu home.
BWW Reviews: The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis' Gripping UNTIL THE FLOOD
by Chris Gibson - October 27, 2016
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis continues their 50th season with the powerful and thought-provoking one person play UNTIL THE FLOOD by Dael Orlandersmith, who also stars. This is the world premier of a work specifically commissioned by The Rep. While focusing on the events surrounding and following the death of Michael Brown, who was shot by a policeman in Ferguson, MO, the characters we meet will no doubt resonate with people in many communities around the country. This is gripping theatre that gives us a group of composite characters who all affected in one way or another by the situation that occurred. It's also a must-see show that will have a profound effect on everyone who views it.
by Chris Gibson - October 27, 2016
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis continues their 50th season with the powerful and thought-provoking one person play UNTIL THE FLOOD by Dael Orlandersmith, who also stars. This is the world premier of a work specifically commissioned by The Rep. While focusing on the events surrounding and following the death of Michael Brown, who was shot by a policeman in Ferguson, MO, the characters we meet will no doubt resonate with people in many communities around the country. This is gripping theatre that gives us a group of composite characters who all affected in one way or another by the situation that occurred. It's also a must-see show that will have a profound effect on everyone who views it.
BWW Review: Stray Dog Theatre's Rousing and Arousing THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
by Chris Gibson - October 26, 2016
I can recall viewing The Rocky Horror Picture Show at the old Varsity Theatre in the Delmar Loop before it closed its doors many years ago. There was a mood generated by the grungy atmosphere of that old movie house, with fans packed in like sardines, and dressed in various character costumes for the occasion, that's impossible to recreate when you can just pop in the DVD or Blu-Ray and watch it at home by yourself. Besides, it's always more fun to see it with an enthusiastic crowd. Happily, Stray Dog Theatre is presenting an enjoyable and thoroughly engaging production of the original musical the film was based upon, THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, and they encourage audience participation (within reason). Go and have an absolute blast!
by Chris Gibson - October 26, 2016
I can recall viewing The Rocky Horror Picture Show at the old Varsity Theatre in the Delmar Loop before it closed its doors many years ago. There was a mood generated by the grungy atmosphere of that old movie house, with fans packed in like sardines, and dressed in various character costumes for the occasion, that's impossible to recreate when you can just pop in the DVD or Blu-Ray and watch it at home by yourself. Besides, it's always more fun to see it with an enthusiastic crowd. Happily, Stray Dog Theatre is presenting an enjoyable and thoroughly engaging production of the original musical the film was based upon, THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, and they encourage audience participation (within reason). Go and have an absolute blast!
MOTHERS AND SONS, CONSTELLATIONS and THE ROYALE Set for The Rep's 2016-17 Studio Theatre Season
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2016
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis (The Rep) has announced its 2016-2017 season of performances in the Studio Theatre: Mothers and Sons, October 26-November 13, 2016; Constellations, January 18-February 5, 2017; and The Royale, March 8-26, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2016
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis (The Rep) has announced its 2016-2017 season of performances in the Studio Theatre: Mothers and Sons, October 26-November 13, 2016; Constellations, January 18-February 5, 2017; and The Royale, March 8-26, 2017.
Shakespeare Festival St. Louis Announces Spring Show
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2016
Written in approximately 1610, The Winter's Tale is considered to be one of a group of Shakespeare's plays that are vaguely defined by their tragic undertones and simultaneous use of straightforward comic situations. Other plays in this category include Measure for Measure, The Merchant of Venice, Troilus & Cressida, All's Well that Ends Well, and Timon of Athens. While this is the first time the Festival will be featuring this play as its mainstage show in Forest Park, The Winter's Tale was adapted for the 2013 Shakespeare in the Streets production Old Hearts Fresh, written by Festival playwright Nancy Bell and performed in The Grove.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2016
Written in approximately 1610, The Winter's Tale is considered to be one of a group of Shakespeare's plays that are vaguely defined by their tragic undertones and simultaneous use of straightforward comic situations. Other plays in this category include Measure for Measure, The Merchant of Venice, Troilus & Cressida, All's Well that Ends Well, and Timon of Athens. While this is the first time the Festival will be featuring this play as its mainstage show in Forest Park, The Winter's Tale was adapted for the 2013 Shakespeare in the Streets production Old Hearts Fresh, written by Festival playwright Nancy Bell and performed in The Grove.
Shakespeare Festival St. Louis Announces First Production of 2017 Season
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2016
Shakespeare Festival St. Louis announced today that The Winter's Tale will be the 2017 season main stage production at Shakespeare Glen in Forest Park. Both tragic and funny, the production is scheduled June 2-25; preview nights are set for May 31 and June 1.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2016
Shakespeare Festival St. Louis announced today that The Winter's Tale will be the 2017 season main stage production at Shakespeare Glen in Forest Park. Both tragic and funny, the production is scheduled June 2-25; preview nights are set for May 31 and June 1.
BWW Review: Upstream Theaters Tense and Intense SUSPENDED
by Chris Gibson - October 20, 2016
Upstream Theater opens their new season with a work by playwright Maya Arad Yasur called SUSPENDED. It's a fascinating piece of theater that touches on the issue of immigrants, and the challenges they face. Many cling to their old beliefs and ways, while some try to completely immerse themselves in our culture because they seek to blend in rather than stand out. These two points of view are discussed at length as a pair of window washers address the world that exists behind the glass they clean. At the same time, a link between the gentleman emerges that reveals some painful truths as to what went on before they actually came to this country. Once again, Upstream Theater has given us something that timely, and which will provide plenty to chew on. It's an engaging and entertaining 75 minute presentation that demands to be seen.
by Chris Gibson - October 20, 2016
Upstream Theater opens their new season with a work by playwright Maya Arad Yasur called SUSPENDED. It's a fascinating piece of theater that touches on the issue of immigrants, and the challenges they face. Many cling to their old beliefs and ways, while some try to completely immerse themselves in our culture because they seek to blend in rather than stand out. These two points of view are discussed at length as a pair of window washers address the world that exists behind the glass they clean. At the same time, a link between the gentleman emerges that reveals some painful truths as to what went on before they actually came to this country. Once again, Upstream Theater has given us something that timely, and which will provide plenty to chew on. It's an engaging and entertaining 75 minute presentation that demands to be seen.
Casting Announced for ANNIE at The Fox
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2016
Going into its third smash year, with over 575 blockbusting performances under her belt, this production of ANNIE, a new incarnation of the 1977 Tony Award®-winning original, continues to be met with standing ovations and effusive reviews!
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2016
Going into its third smash year, with over 575 blockbusting performances under her belt, this production of ANNIE, a new incarnation of the 1977 Tony Award®-winning original, continues to be met with standing ovations and effusive reviews!
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at EVERY 28 HOURS, Coming to St. Louis This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2016
People in the St. Louis area have two opportunities to see the show. Center of Creative Arts (COCA, 524 Trinity Ave, St. Louis, MO 63130) will be hosting a performance on Saturday, October 15th at 8pm and The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis (130 Edgar Rd, Webster Groves, MO 63119) will be hosting a performance on Monday, October 24th at 8pm. All performances will be free of charge.
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2016
People in the St. Louis area have two opportunities to see the show. Center of Creative Arts (COCA, 524 Trinity Ave, St. Louis, MO 63130) will be hosting a performance on Saturday, October 15th at 8pm and The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis (130 Edgar Rd, Webster Groves, MO 63119) will be hosting a performance on Monday, October 24th at 8pm. All performances will be free of charge.
St. Louis' Insight Theatre Company Invited to Participate in Racial Conflict Conference
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2016
Insight Theatre Company, now entering its 10th season, has been invited to present one of its recent successful productions at an important conference on racial conflict resolution. Insight will mount a production of excerpts from Spinning Into Butter, from their 2015 season, at "Breaking Through Shades of Color: Transforming Race Relations & Conflicts" on November 4, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2016
Insight Theatre Company, now entering its 10th season, has been invited to present one of its recent successful productions at an important conference on racial conflict resolution. Insight will mount a production of excerpts from Spinning Into Butter, from their 2015 season, at "Breaking Through Shades of Color: Transforming Race Relations & Conflicts" on November 4, 2016.
BWW Review: The New Jewish Theatre's Fascinating GOLDA'S BALCONY
by Chris Gibson - October 14, 2016
After playwright William Gibson's GOLDA fizzled he reworked the material to form the one woman show GOLDA'S BALCONY. It's been a big success for the actresses who have undertaken the role, and we're lucky to have one of St. Louis' finest portraying this historically important figure. The New Jewish Theatre's current production, which opens their 20th season, gives Lavonne Byers the opportunity to, once again, thoroughly engage and enthrall an audience, while giving us insights into Golda Meir's fascinating life story. This is an incredibly well crafted presentation that definitely deserves your attendance.
by Chris Gibson - October 14, 2016
After playwright William Gibson's GOLDA fizzled he reworked the material to form the one woman show GOLDA'S BALCONY. It's been a big success for the actresses who have undertaken the role, and we're lucky to have one of St. Louis' finest portraying this historically important figure. The New Jewish Theatre's current production, which opens their 20th season, gives Lavonne Byers the opportunity to, once again, thoroughly engage and enthrall an audience, while giving us insights into Golda Meir's fascinating life story. This is an incredibly well crafted presentation that definitely deserves your attendance.
Nominations Open for the 2016 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - October 13, 2016
Nominations have now opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
by BWW Special Coverage - October 13, 2016
Nominations have now opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
BWW Review: New Line Theatre's Fantastic CELEBRATION
by Chris Gibson - October 13, 2016
Though I'm extremely familiar with Tom Jones' (words) and Harvey Schmidt's (music) most popular work, THE FANTASTICKS, I had never seen their follow up, CELEBRATION. What I'd read while doing research was that it really fizzled once it was on Broadway. However, after seeing it I can understand why; it's a smaller scaled show that requires just the right venue to succeed. That's why I'm so glad New Line Theatre opened their 26th season with this fanciful and tune-filled musical. Through their superlative efforts we're able to see the premiere of a version that's been revised by Tom Jones. I'm not sure what was changed, but what we're privy to is a very engaging and entertaining production that will make you wonder why it isn't performed with more regularity. The score itself is gorgeous, and I cannot recommend this neglected gem highly enough.
by Chris Gibson - October 13, 2016
Though I'm extremely familiar with Tom Jones' (words) and Harvey Schmidt's (music) most popular work, THE FANTASTICKS, I had never seen their follow up, CELEBRATION. What I'd read while doing research was that it really fizzled once it was on Broadway. However, after seeing it I can understand why; it's a smaller scaled show that requires just the right venue to succeed. That's why I'm so glad New Line Theatre opened their 26th season with this fanciful and tune-filled musical. Through their superlative efforts we're able to see the premiere of a version that's been revised by Tom Jones. I'm not sure what was changed, but what we're privy to is a very engaging and entertaining production that will make you wonder why it isn't performed with more regularity. The score itself is gorgeous, and I cannot recommend this neglected gem highly enough.
The Rep's 50th Anniversary Season Goes Local with UNTIL THE FLOOD
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2016
A Pulitzer Prize finalist will bring a conversation-starting world premiere to The Rep. Until the Flood, by Dael Orlandersmith and directed by Neel Keller, runs October 12 - November 6 on the Browning Mainstage of the Loretto-Hilton Center for the Performing Arts.
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2016
A Pulitzer Prize finalist will bring a conversation-starting world premiere to The Rep. Until the Flood, by Dael Orlandersmith and directed by Neel Keller, runs October 12 - November 6 on the Browning Mainstage of the Loretto-Hilton Center for the Performing Arts.
That Uppity Theatre Company Partners with Various Local Organizations for National Coming Out Day
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2016
That Uppity Theatre Company will be hosting this year's event, National Coming Out Day, at the Missouri History Museum (5700 Lindell Blvd. St. Louis, MO. 63112). The event will feature a myriad of local organization booths where attendees can get information about resources on their growing community. We will also offer a production of playback theatre around the theme of LGBTQIA, Allied Lives, and Coming Out Stories.
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2016
That Uppity Theatre Company will be hosting this year's event, National Coming Out Day, at the Missouri History Museum (5700 Lindell Blvd. St. Louis, MO. 63112). The event will feature a myriad of local organization booths where attendees can get information about resources on their growing community. We will also offer a production of playback theatre around the theme of LGBTQIA, Allied Lives, and Coming Out Stories.
The Tesseract Theatre Company Presents ADVERSE EFFECTS by Artistic Director Taylor Gruenloh
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2016
The Tesseract Theatre Company continues its fourth season with the St. Louis premiere of Artistic Director Taylor Gruenloh's ADVERSE EFFECTS. Moving in to its new home, the .ZACK Arts Incubator, Tesseract will present ADVERSE EFFECTS as the first performance in the space.
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2016
The Tesseract Theatre Company continues its fourth season with the St. Louis premiere of Artistic Director Taylor Gruenloh's ADVERSE EFFECTS. Moving in to its new home, the .ZACK Arts Incubator, Tesseract will present ADVERSE EFFECTS as the first performance in the space.
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