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FREUD'S LAST SESSION to Open The Rep's 2013-14 Studio Theatre Series, 10/30-11/24
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2013
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis (The Rep) opens its 2013-2014 Studio Theatre series with the insightful play Freud's Last Sessionby Mark St. Germain and inspired by the book The Question of God by Dr. Armand M. Nicholi, Jr. This engaging production will be performed in the Emerson Studio Theatre at the Loretto-Hilton Center for the Performing Arts, 130 Edgar Road (on the campus of Webster University), Webster Groves, October 30-November 24, 2013.
BWW Reviews: Dazzling and Poignant EVITA at the Fox Theatre
by Chris Gibson - October 11, 2013
I have to confess that other than the misguided movie that was made out of EVITA, the only other presentation I'd seen was New Line Theatre's wonderfully intimate version a couple of years ago. So, I was curious as to how this show would play on a bigger venue's stage. I wasn't disappointed and you won't be either. The current production playing the Fox Theatre is a dazzling mixture of song (score by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics and book by Tim Rice) and dance that's both engaging and thoroughly entertaining.
Photo Flash: First Look at New Line Theatre's NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD Musical
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2013
New Line Theatre, 'the bad boy of musical theatre, ' opens its 23rd season of adult, alternative musical theatre with the regional premiere of the new musical thriller NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD, running now through November 2, 2013. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Nominations Open for the 2013 St. Louis Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - October 11, 2013
Nominations have now opened for the 2013 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Regional Awards!
New Line Theatre Stages Regional Premiere of NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD, Now thru 11/2
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2013
New Line Theatre, 'the bad boy of musical theatre,' has secured the rights for the regional premiere of the taut musical thriller NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD to open its 23rd season, running tonight, Oct. 10-Nov. 2, 2013, and closing on Halloween weekend. The rest of New Line's 2013-2014 season will be announced later this year.
BWW Reviews: Upstream Theater's Brilliant DIARY OF A MADMAN
by Chris Gibson - October 09, 2013
When you're a critic and you witness a magical evening of theatre it's hard not to be overly enthused and gush about it, but Upstream Theater's current production of Nikolai Gogol's (adaptation by David Holman) DIARY OF A MADMAN is simply brilliant and truly deserving of such praise. Upstream consistently brings quality presentation of plays both old and new, and oft times they're adaptations of classic literature. A pair of splendid performers are guided by an expert hand to create a night of must-see entertainment, as engaging and thought-provoking as any show you've ever seen.
BWW Reviews: New Jewish Theatre's Amusing Production of THE GOOD DOCTOR
by Chris Gibson - October 09, 2013
THE GOOD DOCTOR, Neil Simon's take on the short stories of Anton Chekhov, is a decidedly mixed bag. At the time he was writing this work he was dealing with his first wife's illness and busying himself with changes to the screenplay of The Prisoner of Second Avenue. Although it has become a much performed play now, it wasn't a huge success when it was first staged, however several members of the cast were nominated for awards. The New Jewish Theatre's current staging contains some fine performances and sharp direction, but it remains a hit and miss production that's only fitfully funny.
Photo Flash: Promo Shots for Stray Dog Theatre's EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2013
It's back! Based on the 80s cult classic EVIL DEAD films, this show is hilariously campy and bursting with more farce than a Monty Python skit. Five college kids take a trip to a remote cabin in the woods and encounter everything from ancient evil spirits to revenge-seeking Candarian Demons. It's all ridiculous and wild, while the term 'Fresh Blood!' takes on new meaning! Check out promo shots for the production below!
EVITA National Tour Set for Limited Run at Fox Theatre, Now thru 10/20
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2013
Performances of EVITA at the Fabulous Fox Theatre run tonight, October 8 -20. Show times are Today through Saturday evenings at 8pm, Saturday afternoons at 2pm and Sunday afternoons at 1pm. There will be an evening performance on Sunday, October 13 at 6pm and a matinee on Thursday, October 17 at 1pm.
First Run Theatre Presents Spectrum 2013
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2013
First Run Theatre once again presents its highly successful festival of short 10 minute new plays by St. Louis playwrights. 8 new plays by 7 playwrights were selected from a special submission in March thru July 2013. This production will be at Southampton Presbyterian Church. Come join us for:
NETworks Presents DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at St. Louis's Fabulous Fox Theatre November 1-3
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2013
'Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the award-winning worldwide smash hit Broadway musical, is coming to St. Louis, Mo. as part of the U.S. Bank Broadway series. Produced by NETworks Presentations, this elaborate theatrical production will come to life on stage at the Fabulous Fox Theatre November 1-3.
CHRIS TUCKER LIVE Plays The Fox Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2013
Armed with a trademarked style, incomparable delivery, impeccable comedic timing and a signature voice, comedian Chris Tucker brings his 2013 World Tour to the Fabulous Fox Theatre tonight, October 5!
BWW Reviews: West End Players Guild's Cynical and Disturbing LONESOME HOLLOW
by Chris Gibson - October 03, 2013
Playwright Lee Blessing's LONESOME HOLLOW paints a cynical and slightly contrived portrait of our country's future. Blessing's dystopian look at America imagines a place where sex offenders are housed by a corporation in small towns that have been taken over and converted for this very purpose. There are some interesting and haunting ideas at work here, and the West End Players Guild has fashioned a nicely mounted production of the play that features a strong cast.
COCA Presents John Cabrera: H+ on November 2
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2013
COCA Presents 2013-2014 offers a one-night-only presentation of John Cabrera: H+, November 2, 2013, in COCA's Founders' Theatre. The evening includes a screening of select episodes of H+ The Digital Series, produced by Bryan Singer (The Usual Suspects and the X-Men films) and Warner Brothers, followed by a Q&A with creator John Cabrera on how the lines have blurred between television, film and the Internet, creating a new art form in the digital series and changing the face of narrative storytelling. More than 10 million viewers have tuned in to the wildly popular H+ The Digital Series, about an apocalyptic future where technology has spiraled out of control.
Tuskegee Airmen Tribute FLY Continues The Rep's 47th Season
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2013
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis (The Rep) presents the inspiring playFly by Trey Ellis and Ricardo Khan and directed by Ricardo Khan. This extraordinary and uplifting production will be performed on the Browning Mainstage of the Loretto-Hilton Center for the Performing Arts, 130 Edgar Road (on the campus of Webster University), Webster Groves, October 16-November 10, 2013.
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of New Line Theatre's NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2013
New Line Theatre, 'the bad boy of musical theatre, ' opens its 23rd season of adult, alternative musical theatre with the regional premiere of the new musical thriller NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD, running Oct. 10-Nov. 2, 2013. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast below!
BWW Reviews: St. Louis Actors' Studio's Intriguing Production of TOPDOG/UNDERDOG
by Chris Gibson - September 25, 2013
Playwright/novelist/screenwriter/songwriter Suzan-Lori Parks has crafted an intriguing work with Topdog/Underdog, which is currently playing at The Gaslight Theater in a marvelously acted production by the St. Louis Actors' Studio. The theme for their seventh season is 'Sins of the Father', and as they have in the past, it's an eclectic and cool mix of older classic works, and newer plays. This current production is distinguished by a pair of exceptional performances which really make it worthy of your time and attention.
COCA to Present THE TURN OF THE SCREW, 10/25-26
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2013
COCA Presents 2013-2014 stages four performances of The Turn of the Screw, October 25-26. Henry James' provocative psychological thriller has a contemporary re-telling by Jeffrey Hatcher. A governess alone in the English countryside suspects the orphans in her care are connected to spirits she sees roaming the estate. Does something sinister lurk behind the children's innocent faces, or are the ghosts just a product of her own fevered imagination?
SECRET AGENT 23 SKIDOO Comes to COCA, 10/19-20
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2013
COCA presents the first show in its new performance series, COCA Presents 2013-2014, Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, October 19-20, 2013, in COCA's Founders' Theatre. Purveyor of family hip-hop at its finest, recording artist 23 Skidoo has captivated crowds internationally with his own funky brand of half-pint party music. Combining deft wordplay, great storytelling and pure positivity on top of thumping drums and sophisticated multi-instrumental pieces, 23 Skidoo speaks to kids and parents alike, without ever condescending.
Drummer Ronnie Burrage Honored By University City High School
by Joseph OHern - September 23, 2013
University City native Ronnie Burrage is a renowned musician, drummer, composer, bandleader, and educator who has toured the world, performing and recording with jazz greats including Wayne Shorter, McCoy Tyner, Jaco Pastorius, Pat Metheny, the Marsalis Brothers, and a plethora of Jazz innovators.
HENRY IV, HENRY V in Rep Set for Shakespeare Festival St. Louis' 2014 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2013
In a dramatic departure from previous years, Shakespeare Festival St. Louis will be producing three plays in two alternating shows -- Henry IV, Parts 1 & 2 and Henry V -- at Shakespeare Glen in Forest Park. This will mark the Festival's 14th season of producing free performances in an outdoor setting and the first time audiences will be invited to experience more than one of Shakespeare's works in repertory.
CHICAGO, Starring Paige Davis and John O'Hurley, Returns to the Fabulous Fox Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2013
CHICAGO is back in town and it's pure entertainment! The first national tour of CHICAGO returns to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in St. Louis from tonight, September 20 through September 22.
Shakespeare in the Streets Stages New WINTER'S TALE Adaptation, Now thru 9/21
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
Shopkeepers and artists are just a few of the Grove and Forest Park Southeast residents who will appear alongside professional actors in a play artfully adapted from William Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale, as part of the second annual, wildly popular, Shakespeare in the Streets event, it was announced today by Shakespeare Festival St. Louis Executive Director Rick Dildine. The event is scheduled today through Saturday, Sept. 19-21.
HOW TO SUCCEED..., 'FIDDLER' & More Set for Stages St. Louis' 2014 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2013
STAGES ST. LOUIS proudly announces its dream-filled 28th season! The American Dream is explored through fame, success, and family during the 2014 season. It begins with They're Playing Our Song, a song-filled love story based on one of the most prolific American song writing teams of the 20th Century, Academy Award-winning Marvin Hamlisch, and Grammy Award-winning lyricist, Carol Bayer Sager. The seasoncontinues with the Pulitzer Prize-winning How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying, a true pursuit of the American Corporate Dream. The grand finale is the Tony Award-winning Fiddler On The Roof, the definitive musical about reaching for the American Dream. The season hits its first note May 30 and runs through October 5, 2014. In addition, the 2014 season Theatre for Young Audiences production will feature Disney's Sleeping Beauty, beginning June 18.
Shakespeare in the Streets to Open 9/19 in the Grove
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2013
A St. Louis administrative law judge, a teacher, a drag performer, and numerous neighborhood children will be performing alongside professional actors this Thursday through Saturday (Sept. 19-21) in Old Hearts Fresh, a one-hour free play adapted from William Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale. The play is part of the Shakespeare in the Streets event and will be performed each night at 8 p.m. in the Grove (4226 Manchester Avenue, between Tower Grove and South Boyle avenues).

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