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Sheldon Concert Hall Presents Pokey Lafarge and the South City Three 12/17
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2010
In 2009, Pokey LaFarge began working with The South City Three, a trio made up of fellow St. Louis musicians Joey Glynn, Adam Hoskins and Ryan Koenig. With their uniquely retro sound, featuring parlor guitar, guitjo (a guitartuned six-string banjo), kazoo and harmonica, LaFarge and the South City Three draw inspiration from LaFarge's travels around the country and early American roots music. Often compared to troubadours such as Blind Blake, Dan Hicks and Leon Redbone, LaFarge has charmed audiences from St. Louis to the Newport Folk Festival with a mix of jazz, blues, ragtime, old-time folk and swing - all performed with a modern twist!
KETC Channel 9 & Fox Concerts Presents Johnny Mathis Holiday Show, 12/17
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2010
Friday, December 17 at 8 pm KETC Channel 9 & Fox Concerts presents Johnny Mathis Holiday Show featuring Holiday Favorites & his Classic Hits live at the Fox Theatre. Tickets go on sale Saturday, October 2 at 10 AM for $65, $55 & $45. A limited number of Gold Circle seats are also available. You can purchase tickets at the Fox Box Office, through MetroTix outlets, or by calling 314/534-1111. Order tickets online at www.metrotix.com.
JOHNNY MATHIS HOLIDAY SHOW Comes To The Fox Theatre 12/17
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2010
The Fabulous Fox welcomes back Johnny Mathis as Johnny celebrates the holiday season with an evening of his classic hits plus Christmas favorites. The show features Johnny center stage with a full orchestra performing 'Chances Are', 'It's Not For Me To Say', 'Misty' and many more.Johnny Mathis' career accomplishments are numerous and varied.
The Friends of the Sheldon Present RANDY NEWMAN 2/25
by Chris Gibson - December 16, 2010
With a sardonic wit and tongue-in-cheek look at modern society, Academy Award-winning pianist, composer and singer Randy Newman has become one of today's most respected social satirists. From hits such as 'Short People' and 'I Love L.A.,' to original movie soundtracks for 'Monsters Inc.,' 'Seabiscuit,' 'The Natural,' 'Cars,' 'Toy Story' and more, the sharp-witted performer combines pop, rock, R&B and blues music to create a sound all his own.
New Line Theatre Announces 2011-2012 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - December 16, 2010
New Line Theatre, 'the Bad Boy of Musical Theatre,' will open the company's season of rock theatre in October 2011 with the St. Louis premiere of PASSING STRANGE, the all-black Broadway musical about a young man searching for meaning and authenticity in our contemporary world.
The Sheldon Presents Peter Martin Solo, 2/10
by Chris Gibson - December 14, 2010
Raised in St. Louis, and with strong roots in the New Orleans jazz scene, Peter Martin is an accomplished pianist, producer, arranger and composer, and has traveled the world and played with today's finest jazz musicians, from Diane Reeves to Wynton Marsalis. Through the recurring Peter Martin Music: Live series, Martin showcases jazz masters past and present in an intimate and casual setting.
STAGES Urban Arts Initiative Receives Monsanto Grant
by Gabrielle Sierra - December 14, 2010
The Monsanto Fund has presented a $30,000 grant to STAGES ST. LOUIS for the organization's Urban Arts Initiative (UAI) program.
Fantasia Brings BACK TO ME TOUR To St. Louis On new Years Day
by Gabrielle Sierra - December 13, 2010
Multi-Grammy nominated superstar FANTASIA is bringing her first headlining tour "Back to Me" to St. Louis on New Year's Day!
The Sheldon Presents The Sheldon Chorale: YULETIDE REFLECTIONS, 12/13
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2010
The 25-person chorale, directed by Allen Carl Larson, celebrates the season with popular selections from Handel's Messiah, including mezzo-soprano Alice Montgomery singing 'O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings to Zion,' 'A Ceremony of Carols' by Benjamin Britten with the entire choir and Amy Camie, harpist; plus a world tour of delightful carols for choir and instruments, with string players from the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra, including 'Ding, Dong Merrily on High,' 'O Tannenbaum,' and the 'Wexford Carol.'
BWW Reviews: Dramatic License Productions Presents Heartwarming THIS WONDERFUL LIFE
by Chris Gibson - December 12, 2010
The classic film It's a Wonderful Life is brought to the stage by Dramatic License Productions in a unique presentation, re-imagined as THIS WONDERFUL LIFE, and finding one actor taking on all the roles. Mark Setlock and Steve Murray's adaptation condenses 130 minutes of screen time into 75 minutes of pure fun. It's a tremendous undertaking with the wealth of diverse characters that parade through this venerable work based on Philip Van Doren Stern's story 'The Greatest Gift', and actor/director Alan Knoll is more than up to challenge.
BWW Review: Stray Dog Theatre's Buzz-Worthy Production of AS BEES IN HONEY DROWN
by Chris Gibson - December 12, 2010
Stray Dog Theatre provides the discerning viewer with more alternative fare during the holiday season with their fine production of Douglas Carter Beane's pop culture-driven work AS BEES IN HONEY DROWN. Beane's script is peppered with blisteringly funny lines that tumble forth with reckless abandon, often going nearly unnoticed until they resonate later. Stray Dog's production of this clever and amusing work is a real delight, smartly staged and filled with strong performances.
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows for St. Louis - 12/12
by BWW - December 12, 2010
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 12/12 for St. Louis
Webster University presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2010
Webster University's Conservatory of Theatre Arts presents "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," m usic and lyrics by William Finn and book by Rachel Sheinkin.
NonProphet Theatre Company Presents RECKLESS 12/3-12/12
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2010
The NonProphet Theater Company presents the final show of their 2010 season RECKLESS by Craig Lucas opening Friday, December 3, 8pm at the Regional Arts Commission, 6128 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, Missouri 63112. The show will run until Sunday, December 12 with performances Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 5pm. Tickets are $15 for general audiences and $12 for students (must provide a valid ID) and seniors (Ages 55+).
The Fox Theatre Presents CHRISTMAS CAROL 12/9-12
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2010
The production of A Christmas Carol being presented at the Fabulous Fox Theatre December 9-12 is a family tradition across the country.
The Fall of Heaven Plays The Rep Mainstage
by Gabrielle Sierra - December 10, 2010
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis (The Rep) presents The Fall of Heaven by Walter Mosley.
The Sheldon Presents KATHY MATTEA, 12/10
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2010
The Sheldon presents KATHY MATTEA: 'Songs and the Season,' Friday, December 10 at 8 p.m. in the perfect acoustics of the Sheldon Concert Hall. KATHY MATTEA rings in the season with joy and good news! Based on her two popular Christmas albums, Joy for Christmas Day and Good News, her show's spiritual message is shared through a thoughtful blend of old favorites and new songs.
BWW Review: NonProphet Theater Company's Production of RECKLESS
by Chris Gibson - December 09, 2010
There are a number of unique holiday-themed shows currently playing in local theatres, and the NonProphet Theater Company has joined in the yuletide fray with their current production of RECKLESS. Playwright Craig Lucas has crafted a strangely affecting little tale that takes any number of twists and turns as it lurches forward through time, playfully confounding expectations along its path toward a surprisingly satisfying conclusion.
BEN NORDSTROM Performs at The Bistro 12/9
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2010
Ben is excited to return to the cabaret stage December 9 at The Bistro. His show is an evening filled with laughs and a fun, upbeat, and surprising mix of pop and theatre music. We may even do a few holiday numbers! The incomparable Neal Richardson returns to music direct.
The Fox Theatre Presents CHRISTMAS CAROL 12/9-12
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2010
The production of A Christmas Carol being presented at the Fabulous Fox Theatre December 9-12 is a family tradition across the country.
The Sheldon Presents CLARION BRASS for 9am Concerts 12/8
by Chris Gibson - December 07, 2010
The Sheldon presents Clarion Brass: 'Deck the Halls,' Tuesday and Wednesday, December 7 and 8 in the perfect acoustics of the Sheldon Concert Hall. Complimentary coffee and pastries will be served beginning at 9 a.m. in the Louis Spiering Room. Composed of five of the best brass players St. Louis has to offer, the Clarion Brass celebrates the holiday season with 'Deck the Halls, featuring repertoire that spans more than five centuries - from Greensleeves, to the Nutcracker Suite and your favorite carols.
BWW Review: Rep's Brilliantly Funny Production of OVER THE TAVERN
by Chris Gibson - December 07, 2010
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis continues their stellar season with their third consecutive play concerning issues of faith, and just like those other two productions, it's a definite winner. Playwright Tom Dudzick has constructed a terrific, semi-autobiographical coming of age piece that's both uproariously funny and emotionally touching. OVER THE TAVERN is required viewing, and a perfect indulgence for the holiday season, with a wonderful cast delivering impressive performances under the expert guidance of director Michael Evan Haney.
Dramatic License Productions Presents THIS WONDERFUL LIFE 12/2-19
by Chris Gibson - December 07, 2010
THIS WONDERFUL LIFE, conceived by Mark Setlock is a funny and heart-warming theatrical re-enactment of the Frank Capra holiday classic movie, It's a Wonderful Life. 40 characters are played by one man,'the narrator' who, much like many families, has made watching the movie a holiday tradition. In Dramatic License's case, the actor tackling 40 roles in 75 minutes, is St. Louis stage veteran, Kevin Kline Award nominee and Actors' Equity Association member, Alan Knoll.
The Sheldon Presents CLARION BRASS for 9am Concerts 12/7-8
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2010
The Sheldon presents Clarion Brass: 'Deck the Halls,' Tuesday and Wednesday, December 7 and 8 in the perfect acoustics of the Sheldon Concert Hall. Complimentary coffee and pastries will be served beginning at 9 a.m. in the Louis Spiering Room. Composed of five of the best brass players St. Louis has to offer, the Clarion Brass celebrates the holiday season with 'Deck the Halls, featuring repertoire that spans more than five centuries - from Greensleeves, to the Nutcracker Suite and your favorite carols.
BWW Review: Echo Theatre Company's Quirky Production of CRUMBLE
by Chris Gibson - December 06, 2010
Echo Theatre Company, who continually push the envelope by presenting fresh and daring plays and musicals as part of their theatrical mission, offer up the St. Louis premiere of playwright Sheila Callaghan's wacky and surreal work CRUMBLE (Lay Me Down, Justin Timberlake) for your holiday season perusal, and it's a tasty morsel. This is a truly odd, but engaging play that confounds expectations and, in its own weird little way, provides its characters with a way to reconcile their feelings and get over their grief. While not your typical holiday offering, CRUMBLE is certainly worthy of your attention, particularly if you like things that are quirky and offbeat.

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