Former ALADDIN Star Michael Maliakel Brings His Cabaret Show to Blue Strawberry
by James Lindhorst - July 15, 2024
Fresh off his critically acclaimed run as Prince Eric in The Muny’s production of Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID, Michael Maliakel is bringing his cabaret show to Blue Strawberry in St. Louis. Maliakel played the lead role in Aladdin on Broadway for three years, has toured the country with the 25th Anniversary production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, and recently made his Kennedy Center Debut in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s SUNSET BOULEVARD. He sat down with Broadway World to talk about his upcoming shows at Blue Strawberry and his experience working at The Muny.
by James Lindhorst - July 15, 2024
Fresh off his critically acclaimed run as Prince Eric in The Muny’s production of Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID, Michael Maliakel is bringing his cabaret show to Blue Strawberry in St. Louis. Maliakel played the lead role in Aladdin on Broadway for three years, has toured the country with the 25th Anniversary production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, and recently made his Kennedy Center Debut in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s SUNSET BOULEVARD. He sat down with Broadway World to talk about his upcoming shows at Blue Strawberry and his experience working at The Muny.
Interview: Chatting With Adam Heller, Star of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF At The Muny
by James Lindhorst - July 15, 2024
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF premiered on Broadway on September 22, 1964. For the past 60-years it has been part of the fabric of the American musical theatre. This Friday evening, when FIDDLER ON THE ROOF opens at The Muny, the fiddler will be perched high upon a rooftop in Forest Park and play those familiar iconic notes. Adam Heller, as Tevye, and the rest of the cast will take the stage and sing about the importance of tradition in their village of Anatevka.
by James Lindhorst - July 15, 2024
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF premiered on Broadway on September 22, 1964. For the past 60-years it has been part of the fabric of the American musical theatre. This Friday evening, when FIDDLER ON THE ROOF opens at The Muny, the fiddler will be perched high upon a rooftop in Forest Park and play those familiar iconic notes. Adam Heller, as Tevye, and the rest of the cast will take the stage and sing about the importance of tradition in their village of Anatevka.
RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL Announced At Stray Dog Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2024
Discover the dark comedy of RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL at Stray Dog Theatre, where talent takes a twisted turn in this entertaining and edgy production.
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2024
Discover the dark comedy of RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL at Stray Dog Theatre, where talent takes a twisted turn in this entertaining and edgy production.
Video: Michael Maliakel Sings 'Her Voice' from THE LITTLE MERMAID at The Muny
by Joshua Wright - July 15, 2024
Watch Michael Maliakel of The Muny's production of THE LITTLE MERMAID perform 'Her Voice in this all-new video. The show's creative team is led by Director John Tartaglia, with Choreographer Patrick O'Neill and Music Director/Conductor Annbritt duChateau
by Joshua Wright - July 15, 2024
Watch Michael Maliakel of The Muny's production of THE LITTLE MERMAID perform 'Her Voice in this all-new video. The show's creative team is led by Director John Tartaglia, with Choreographer Patrick O'Neill and Music Director/Conductor Annbritt duChateau
Review: TWELFTH NIGHT at Clayton Community Theatre
by Steve Callahan - July 15, 2024
Twelfth Night: It marks the end of Christmas and in Shakespeare’s day it was celebrated with great festivity—cakes and ale, wassailing and singing, merriment abounding. A very good time was had by all.
by Steve Callahan - July 15, 2024
Twelfth Night: It marks the end of Christmas and in Shakespeare’s day it was celebrated with great festivity—cakes and ale, wassailing and singing, merriment abounding. A very good time was had by all.
Review: 10TH ANNUAL LABUTE NEW THEATER FESTIVAL at St. Louis Actors' Studio
by James Lindhorst - July 14, 2024
The 10th Annual LaBute New Theatre Festival runs through July 28th at The Gaslight Theater. Jayne Hannah’s “Love in the Time of Nothing” is and inspirational love story that will tug at your heartstrings. It is magnificent in its storytelling convention and is the play of the festival that cannot be missed.
by James Lindhorst - July 14, 2024
The 10th Annual LaBute New Theatre Festival runs through July 28th at The Gaslight Theater. Jayne Hannah’s “Love in the Time of Nothing” is and inspirational love story that will tug at your heartstrings. It is magnificent in its storytelling convention and is the play of the festival that cannot be missed.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: The Neil Diamond Musical Tickets Are Now On Sale
by Blair Ingenthron - July 13, 2024
Producers Ken Davenport, Bob Gaudio and NETworks Presentations with the Fabulous Fox Theatre have announced that individual tickets for the smash-hit musical, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, are on sale now.
by Blair Ingenthron - July 13, 2024
Producers Ken Davenport, Bob Gaudio and NETworks Presentations with the Fabulous Fox Theatre have announced that individual tickets for the smash-hit musical, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, are on sale now.
Review: Midnight Company Presents Harold Pinter's OLD TIMES at At The Chapel
by James Lindhorst - July 13, 2024
Holt's direction is sharp. Backer, Hanrahan and Howe’s snappy line delivery, awkward silence, and discernible discomfort make for fantastic performances. But Pinter’s script is just too murky for my taste. Kate and Anna’s relationship is hazy. What happened between them remains vague. Deeley’s acquaintance with Anna is ambiguous. Everything is veiled and nothing is revealed. All are the literary conventions that are the hallmarks of Pinter’s writing, but for me, the nebulous conclusion was not satisfying.
by James Lindhorst - July 13, 2024
Holt's direction is sharp. Backer, Hanrahan and Howe’s snappy line delivery, awkward silence, and discernible discomfort make for fantastic performances. But Pinter’s script is just too murky for my taste. Kate and Anna’s relationship is hazy. What happened between them remains vague. Deeley’s acquaintance with Anna is ambiguous. Everything is veiled and nothing is revealed. All are the literary conventions that are the hallmarks of Pinter’s writing, but for me, the nebulous conclusion was not satisfying.
Review: Tesseract Theatre's MY HEART SAYS GO at The Marcelle
by James Lindhorst - July 12, 2024
Gunn, Corpuz, Urday, Wilkinson and company delivered a compelling and entertaining production of the new musical MY HEART SAYS GO. The mundanities with the score and book are what keep this production from really soaring. Indigo’s coming-of-age story is not particularly different from what has been seen in other stories where a child makes a choice that is met with a parent’s disapproval. The themes are consistent with most stories about young adults pursing their dreams. Perhaps if the promising score were more dynamic and memorable, the familiar follow-your-heart story could reach new heights.
by James Lindhorst - July 12, 2024
Gunn, Corpuz, Urday, Wilkinson and company delivered a compelling and entertaining production of the new musical MY HEART SAYS GO. The mundanities with the score and book are what keep this production from really soaring. Indigo’s coming-of-age story is not particularly different from what has been seen in other stories where a child makes a choice that is met with a parent’s disapproval. The themes are consistent with most stories about young adults pursing their dreams. Perhaps if the promising score were more dynamic and memorable, the familiar follow-your-heart story could reach new heights.
Review: Disney Magic Meets Muny Magic in a Fairytale Production of DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID
by James Lindhorst - July 11, 2024
The Muny’s production of Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID is a visually stunning explosion of color. Director John Tartaglia, his actors and technical teams collaborate to tell a memorable story that feels more animated movie than live musical theater. It is Tartaglia’s vision and leadership, the enthusiasm and vocal performance of his talented cast, and the vibrant effervescence of the set, costumes/wigs, choreography, puppets, lighting, video projections, sound, and music that make this an exuberant production.
by James Lindhorst - July 11, 2024
The Muny’s production of Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID is a visually stunning explosion of color. Director John Tartaglia, his actors and technical teams collaborate to tell a memorable story that feels more animated movie than live musical theater. It is Tartaglia’s vision and leadership, the enthusiasm and vocal performance of his talented cast, and the vibrant effervescence of the set, costumes/wigs, choreography, puppets, lighting, video projections, sound, and music that make this an exuberant production.
Interview: Savy Jackson Talks About Making Her Muny Debut as Ariel in DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID
by James Lindhorst - July 09, 2024
“There are so many things that excite me about this production of THE LITTLE MERMAID, but the most exciting thing is the number of kids and teenagers who are in the show,” she said. Jackson called the young performers the future of musical theater. She took that from the choreographer Patrick O’Neill who says, “the future of musical theater is in good hands.” Jackson spoke warmly about the people here. She finds it incredible the way St. Louisans value theatre. “Performing outside in this beautiful park for the people of this community is,” she paused, took a deep breath, let out a long sigh, and said, “just so special.”
by James Lindhorst - July 09, 2024
“There are so many things that excite me about this production of THE LITTLE MERMAID, but the most exciting thing is the number of kids and teenagers who are in the show,” she said. Jackson called the young performers the future of musical theater. She took that from the choreographer Patrick O’Neill who says, “the future of musical theater is in good hands.” Jackson spoke warmly about the people here. She finds it incredible the way St. Louisans value theatre. “Performing outside in this beautiful park for the people of this community is,” she paused, took a deep breath, let out a long sigh, and said, “just so special.”
First Run Theatre Selects Two One Act Plays to Open Their Mainstage Season
by James Lindhorst - July 08, 2024
First Run Artistic Director, Gwynneth Rausch and the Director of the two one act plays, Phil Wright, shared their excitement about Williamson and Shen’s comedies, CASH FLOW and THE CONVERSATION ABOUT THE KEYS, PART I: TIM WITHOUT THALIA. Both comedies are about the chaos in relationships between men and women. Having two equally strong one act plays submitted with similar themes gave First Run Theatre the opportunity to produce both as a double bill. Rausch called these plays, “Two clever and perceptive little gems about men and women.”
by James Lindhorst - July 08, 2024
First Run Artistic Director, Gwynneth Rausch and the Director of the two one act plays, Phil Wright, shared their excitement about Williamson and Shen’s comedies, CASH FLOW and THE CONVERSATION ABOUT THE KEYS, PART I: TIM WITHOUT THALIA. Both comedies are about the chaos in relationships between men and women. Having two equally strong one act plays submitted with similar themes gave First Run Theatre the opportunity to produce both as a double bill. Rausch called these plays, “Two clever and perceptive little gems about men and women.”
Review: CARMEN at Union Avenue Opera
by Steve Callahan - July 08, 2024
Saint Louis’ Union Avenue Opera is celebrating the start of it’s thirtieth year with a superb production of Bizet’s Carmen! (Thirty years—that’s twenty-nine seasons. Like everyone else Union Avenue was “dark” in 2020.) Thirty years of ever-increasing excellence in this most challenging of musical arts. Housed in the nave of the Union Avenue Christian Church, this company offers the most intimate opera experience you’re likely to find anywhere.
by Steve Callahan - July 08, 2024
Saint Louis’ Union Avenue Opera is celebrating the start of it’s thirtieth year with a superb production of Bizet’s Carmen! (Thirty years—that’s twenty-nine seasons. Like everyone else Union Avenue was “dark” in 2020.) Thirty years of ever-increasing excellence in this most challenging of musical arts. Housed in the nave of the Union Avenue Christian Church, this company offers the most intimate opera experience you’re likely to find anywhere.
Review: ROMANOV FAMILY YARD SALE at Kranzberg Black Box Theater
by James Lindhorst - July 07, 2024
ROMANOV FAMILY YARD SALE has as many laughs as the stuff the family is trying to purge. While there is always “another funny bit,” the story works because the audiences’ hearts beat in unison with their new friends the Romanovs. It is an immersive theatrical experience that is oddly patriotic and filled with wit, charm, silliness, and a little melancholic bittersweetness. After visiting the ROMANOV FAMILY YARD SALE I want to grab my family and friends and drag them by the nape of their necks to meet the Romanovs and shop their treasures.
by James Lindhorst - July 07, 2024
ROMANOV FAMILY YARD SALE has as many laughs as the stuff the family is trying to purge. While there is always “another funny bit,” the story works because the audiences’ hearts beat in unison with their new friends the Romanovs. It is an immersive theatrical experience that is oddly patriotic and filled with wit, charm, silliness, and a little melancholic bittersweetness. After visiting the ROMANOV FAMILY YARD SALE I want to grab my family and friends and drag them by the nape of their necks to meet the Romanovs and shop their treasures.
Interview: Chatting with Michael Wilson Director of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF in St. Louis
by James Lindhorst - July 03, 2024
Acclaimed theatre director Michael Wilson will be spending the summer in St. Louis to helm the Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis’ production of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF. Wilson, who has long examined the works of Tennessee Williams could not pass up the opportunity to work in St. Louis.
by James Lindhorst - July 03, 2024
Acclaimed theatre director Michael Wilson will be spending the summer in St. Louis to helm the Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis’ production of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF. Wilson, who has long examined the works of Tennessee Williams could not pass up the opportunity to work in St. Louis.
Review: 'CENTER STAGE' AT OTSL at Opera Theatre Of Saint Louis
by Steve Callahan - July 03, 2024
It’s like the dreamiest dessert cart one could imagine after the glorious musical meal of OTSL’s four main productions this summer.
by Steve Callahan - July 03, 2024
It’s like the dreamiest dessert cart one could imagine after the glorious musical meal of OTSL’s four main productions this summer.
Interview: Chatting with John Tartaglia the Director of DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID at The Muny
by James Lindhorst - July 02, 2024
Every summer, Broadway’s John Tartaglia returns to St. Louis to make Muny magic. Last season he thrilled audiences with an epic production of Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST that Broadway World called remarkable, enchanted, and extravagant. This season Tartaglia will direct his eighth show at The Muny, Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID.
by James Lindhorst - July 02, 2024
Every summer, Broadway’s John Tartaglia returns to St. Louis to make Muny magic. Last season he thrilled audiences with an epic production of Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST that Broadway World called remarkable, enchanted, and extravagant. This season Tartaglia will direct his eighth show at The Muny, Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID.
Review: DREAMGIRLS at The Muny
by James Lindhorst - June 29, 2024
Tiffany Mann is magnificent in The Muny's DREAMGIRLS as Effie White. She is a powerhouse performer with riveting stage presence and gigantic voice. Her heartbroken, resentful, and bitter portrayal painted a determined Effie who would not be pushed aside.
by James Lindhorst - June 29, 2024
Tiffany Mann is magnificent in The Muny's DREAMGIRLS as Effie White. She is a powerhouse performer with riveting stage presence and gigantic voice. Her heartbroken, resentful, and bitter portrayal painted a determined Effie who would not be pushed aside.
TENNESSEE WILLIAMS FESTIVAL St. Louis Returns to Year-Round Programming with 9th Annual Festival In August
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
The Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis has announced the cast for their upcoming production of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, featuring a talented ensemble set to bring the classic play to life.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
The Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis has announced the cast for their upcoming production of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, featuring a talented ensemble set to bring the classic play to life.
STAGES St. Louis Announces Full Casting for DISNEY'S NEWSIES
by James Lindhorst - June 27, 2024
STAGES St. Louis has announced the full cast of their 2024 production of Disney’s NEWSIES, performing July 26- August 25 at The Ross Family Theatre at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center. The show will be led by Daniel Marconi as Jack Kelly and Taylor Quick as Katherine. St. Louis’ Matthew Cox will be making his STAGES St. Louis Debut when he takes on the role of Crutchie. Steve Bebout, immediately off of his St. Louis Theatre Circle win as Best Director of a Comedy for last year’s hit show CLUE, will return to STAGES to direct Disney’s NEWSIES. Bebout’s CLUE set box office records as the best-selling production in the history of STAGES St. Louis. Choreography will be created by STAGES newcomer, Lindsay Joy Lancaster.
by James Lindhorst - June 27, 2024
STAGES St. Louis has announced the full cast of their 2024 production of Disney’s NEWSIES, performing July 26- August 25 at The Ross Family Theatre at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center. The show will be led by Daniel Marconi as Jack Kelly and Taylor Quick as Katherine. St. Louis’ Matthew Cox will be making his STAGES St. Louis Debut when he takes on the role of Crutchie. Steve Bebout, immediately off of his St. Louis Theatre Circle win as Best Director of a Comedy for last year’s hit show CLUE, will return to STAGES to direct Disney’s NEWSIES. Bebout’s CLUE set box office records as the best-selling production in the history of STAGES St. Louis. Choreography will be created by STAGES newcomer, Lindsay Joy Lancaster.
Wallace Foundation President Will Miller To Step Down Next Year
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
Wallace Foundation President Will Miller has announced his decision to step down next year, ending his tenure with the organization.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2024
Wallace Foundation President Will Miller has announced his decision to step down next year, ending his tenure with the organization.
Full Cast, Design, Production Teams Set For THE LITTLE MERMAID at the Muny
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2024
The Muny has announced its full cast, design and production teams for Disney's The Little Mermaid, the third show in the theatre's 106th season, which runs July 8-16 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2024
The Muny has announced its full cast, design and production teams for Disney's The Little Mermaid, the third show in the theatre's 106th season, which runs July 8-16 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park.
Previews: MY HEART SAYS GO and CASCADE'S FIRE Headline Tesseract's New Musical Summer Fest
by James Lindhorst - June 25, 2024
Tesseract Theatre company is following up their critically acclaimed productions of The Inheritance Parts I & II with their festival of new musicals. CASCADE’S FIRE written by Taylor Gruenloh with music composed by Kyle Wernke and MY HEART SAYS GO written by Matthew Hawkins with music and lyrics composed by Jorge Rivera-Herrans, and additional arrangements by Geoffrey Ko, will have their St. Louis Premieres in July at Tesseract’s “New Musical Summer Fest 2024.”
by James Lindhorst - June 25, 2024
Tesseract Theatre company is following up their critically acclaimed productions of The Inheritance Parts I & II with their festival of new musicals. CASCADE’S FIRE written by Taylor Gruenloh with music composed by Kyle Wernke and MY HEART SAYS GO written by Matthew Hawkins with music and lyrics composed by Jorge Rivera-Herrans, and additional arrangements by Geoffrey Ko, will have their St. Louis Premieres in July at Tesseract’s “New Musical Summer Fest 2024.”
St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones Will Appear In DREAMGIRLS At The Muny
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2024
St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones will make a special appearance in the second act of DREAMGIRLS at The Muny, adding a unique touch to the beloved musical production.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2024
St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones will make a special appearance in the second act of DREAMGIRLS at The Muny, adding a unique touch to the beloved musical production.
NEWSIES & More Lead BroadwayWorld's St. Louis Summer 2024 Top Picks
by James Lindhorst - June 24, 2024
The 2024 summer theatre season is already in full swing in St. Louis, Missouri, with three exceptional comedy-dramas opening last week. St. Louis stages opened their 2024 season with STEEL MAGNOLIAS starring a mostly local cast. Broadway World called the Stages St. Louis production “wonderfully funny – creating contagious uncontrollable laughter.” Albion Theatre opened a terrific production of Alan Ayckbourn’s WOMAN IN MIND with a tour-de-force performance from Emily Baker in the lead role. Baker is on stage the entire production. Stray Dog Theatre had audiences laughing out loud with their production of David Lindsay-Abaire's RIPCORD. All three productions run through the end of June. The most anticipated productions of the remaining summer season include shows at The Muny, Stages St. Louis, and The New Jewish Theatre.
by James Lindhorst - June 24, 2024
The 2024 summer theatre season is already in full swing in St. Louis, Missouri, with three exceptional comedy-dramas opening last week. St. Louis stages opened their 2024 season with STEEL MAGNOLIAS starring a mostly local cast. Broadway World called the Stages St. Louis production “wonderfully funny – creating contagious uncontrollable laughter.” Albion Theatre opened a terrific production of Alan Ayckbourn’s WOMAN IN MIND with a tour-de-force performance from Emily Baker in the lead role. Baker is on stage the entire production. Stray Dog Theatre had audiences laughing out loud with their production of David Lindsay-Abaire's RIPCORD. All three productions run through the end of June. The most anticipated productions of the remaining summer season include shows at The Muny, Stages St. Louis, and The New Jewish Theatre.
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