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AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY Debuts at the Fox Theatre 3/2-14
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 27, 2010
The producers of August: Osage County, the 2008 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play that tells the bitingly funny and sensationally entertaining tale of the Weston family of Pawhuska, Oklahoma, are pleased to announce that full casting for the First National Tour has been completed.
That Uppity Theatre Company To Present TOM SAWYER Performance For Area Students As Part of Their DisAbility Project Feb 18th and 25th
by Chris Gibson - January 26, 2010
'The Assorted Short Adventures of Tom, Huck and Becky,' will be performed for area students by That Uppity Theatre Company's award-winning DisAbility Project, an ensemble of actors with and without disabilities, as part of St. Louis' 'Big Read' project. This is possibly the first production of this classic book to be created through a disability perspective and performed primarily by actors with disabilities.
Dramatic License Productions Debuts at Artopolis in Chesterfield Mall with STEEL MAGNOLIAS Feb 4-20
by Chris Gibson - January 26, 2010
Former St. Louis radio personality, public relations executive and local professional actress, Kim Furlow and her husband, Andy Knef, both of Ballwin will open Dramatic License Theatre February 4, at the new 'Artropolis' arts district at Chesterfield Mall, with the comedy/drama, STEEL MAGNOLIAS. The new theatre and cabaret production company (dba: Dramatic License Productions) will be the first to present high-quality professional theatre and cabaret west of I-270. Seating 95 patrons, the new Dramatic License Theatre is accessible via the upper-level Chesterfield Mall entrance next to Houlihans.
REVIEW: ELIANE ELIAS Gives Terrific Performance at the Sheldon January 23rd
by Chris Gibson - January 25, 2010
Eliane Elias is a superbly talented performer, having started on piano at age six in her native Brazil (Sao Paulo). She's grown up with the sounds of Bossa Nova wafting through the air and airwaves, and has become a proponent of this movement that's continued to entertain audiences for over 50 years. She kicked off her current world tour to support her latest album, 'Bossa Nova Stories', with a stunning show at the fabulous Sheldon Concert Hall, backed by an exceptional band.
REVIEW: SCRAPARTSMUSIC Brings Their Unique Percussive Sound to the Edison Theatre January 23rd
by Chris Gibson - January 25, 2010
SCRAPARTSMUSIC is a unique performance group that utilizes found objects to create amazing percussion instruments that are also works of art. Gregory Kozak, the inventor of this musical collective (along with co-creator Justine Murdy), who hails from Vancouver, British Columbia, brought the troupe to the Edison Theatre on the campus of Washington University for two shows that kick off their upcoming world tour, which will also find them playing at the Olympics this year.
GREASE Closes at The Fox Theatre 1/24
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2010
The one that you want is back! GREASE, Time Magazine's 2007 pick for '#1 musical of the year,' is rockin' across the country in this new production direct from Broadway, starring American Idol Winner Taylor Hicks as Teen Angel! This production of GREASE will close January 24, 2010.
The Sheldon Presents Eliane Elias 1/23/2010
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2010
The Sheldon presents Eliane Elias, Saturday, January 23, 2010 at 8 p.m. in the perfect acoustics of the Sheldon Concert Hall.
The Sheldon Chorale Presents 'Beloved Sacred Choruses' 2/22
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 22, 2010
The Sheldon presents The Sheldon Chorale, 'Beloved Sacred Choruses,' Monday, February 22 at 8 p.m. in the perfect acoustics of the Sheldon Concert Hall.
Studio Theatre Run of [title of show] Extended To 2/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 22, 2010
Due to overwhelming popularity, The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis is happy to announce that [title of show] has been extended through Sunday, February 7, 2010.
HotCity Theatre Presents WHY TORTURE IS WRONG, AND THE PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEM Feb 12 - 27 at the Kranzberg Arts Center
by Chris Gibson - January 21, 2010
Christopher Durang turns political humor upside down with this hilarious and provocative satire about America's 'War on Terror.' WHY TORTURE IS WRONG, AND THE PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEM tells the story of a young woman suddenly in crisis: Is her new husband, whom she married when drunk, a terrorist? Or just crazy? Or both? Is her father's hobby of butterfly collecting really a cover for his involvement in a shadow government? Don't feel guilty about laughing hard at this new black comedy for an era of yellow, orange and red alerts.
Penumbra Theatre Presents BLACK PEARL SINGS 2/18/2010-3/14/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 21, 2010
Black Pearl Sings! By Frank Higgins Directed by Lou Bellamy A regional premiere February 18 - March 14, 2010
REVIEW; Repertory Theatre of St. Louis Presents Outstanding Production of [title of show]
by Chris Gibson - January 21, 2010
[title of show] is an interesting new musical that chronicles the very creation of the show itself, and then documents the rocky road it takes on its journey to Broadway. The musical was initially conceived as a writer's exercise by Jeff Bowen and Hunter Bell, who used a 3 ½ week deadline for a festival contest as motivation. But, somewhere along the line the play began to take on a life of its own. The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis is presenting a wonderfully clever production of this work that's greatly aided by a superb cast and sharp direction.
REVIEW: Black Rep Opens 33rd Season with 1960's take on ROMEO AND JULIET
by Chris Gibson - January 21, 2010
In director Chris Anthony's notes in the program she discusses the question of relevance where Shakespeare's ROMEO AND JULIET is concerned. She correctly points out that 'Shakespeare wrote a story about two families that are fighting and two teenagers that are in love. If you have ever fought or fallen in love, Shakespeare is for you.' This timeless and tragic classic continues to resonate with modern audiences, and under Anthony's guidance it gets a new coat of paint by setting the tale in the turbulent 1960's during the so-called 'summer of love'.
REVIEW: Repertory Theatre of St. Louis Presents Hilarious 'Tour De Farce' with Their Production of THE 39 STEPS
by Chris Gibson - January 21, 2010
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis opens 2010 with a brilliant adaptation of director Alfred Hitchcock's classic of the silver screen, THE 39 STEPS. Patrick Barlow's script based on Simon Corble and Nobby Dimon's original conception (as well as John Buchan's novel and Hitchcock's amazing film) utilizes the services of a mere four actors to carry the action of this purposely convoluted plot, which not only requires a great deal of talent, but also a certain degree of speed in order pull off all of the tricky transitions that occur. This witty 'tour de farce' is a non-stop laugh riot, performed by a game and terrific cast that keeps the hilarity flowing from start to finish.
COCA Announces Family Theatre, Conversation Series & Upcoming Events
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2010
The Center of Creative Arts (COCA) has announced its upcoming events, including family theatre offerings and conversation series.
The Sheldon Celebrates Valentines Day With Kim Massie
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 19, 2010
Celebrate Valentine's Day with soul, R&B and jazz singer Kim Massie! In this romantic, fun-filled program, Kim will explore love in all of its 'seasons' - from the blossoming feelings of spring, through a hot-and-heavy summer and autumn's mature comfort, to a rough, sometimes lonely winter.
Mustard Seed Theatre Presents FIRES IN THE MIRROR Jan 28 through Feb 7
by Chris Gibson - January 19, 2010
Mustard Seed Theatre presents FIRES IN THE MIRROR by playwright Anna Deavere Smith. The play chronicles the viewpoints of people connected to the Crown Heights, Brooklyn, crisis that occurred in 1991.
YO GABBA GABBA! LIVE!: THERE’S A PARTY IN MY CITY! Announces Shows for 3/21
by Nicole Rosky - January 19, 2010
On the heels of the sold out YO GABBA GABBA! LIVE!: THERE'S A PARTY IN MY CITY! tour in Los Angeles, New York, Chicago and Dallas in late 2009,W!ldbrain, The Magic Store and tour producer S2BN Entertainment are bringing YO GABBA GABBA! LIVE!: THERE'S A PARTY IN MY CITY! to St. Louis, MO on March 21st at 2PM & 5PM at the Fox Theatre.
REVIEW: CIRCUS INCOGNITUS Dazzles and Delights at the Edison Theatre
by Chris Gibson - January 18, 2010
Jamie Adkins is a unique talent, and his extraordinary abilities were on display at the Edison Theatre (January 16, 2010), on the campus of Washington University, in his one man show CIRCUS INCOGNITUS. This unusual, but very engaging production combines many familiar elements from the world of the circus including: clowning, juggling, acrobatics, and wire work. Adkins ably takes on the challenge of each task, blending them all into a distinctly amusing experience that dazzles and delights.
REVIEW: Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder Entertain Crowd at the Sheldon
by Chris Gibson - January 18, 2010
More than the passage of time has turned country singer/musician Ricky Skaggs into one of the elder statesmen of bluegrass. The die was cast from the minute he stepped onto a stage at age five to pick his mandolin with the legendary Bill Monroe. And, while his long locks may have almost completely faded to gray, there's still a fire for producing the authentic sounds of country music that burns within him.
GREASE National Tour Offers BC/EFA Concert in St. Louis, 1/18
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2010
The National Touring Cast of GREASE will offer a special concert cabaret to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids and Saint Louis Effort for AIDS. The concert, 'One Night Only: a cabaret with the Broadway cast of GREASE' will take place at The Fox Hole in St. Louis on January 18th at 7:30pm. Select cast members will perform a series of songs for the benefit.
Stages St. Louis Awarded 27 Kevin Kline Nominations
by Chris Gibson - January 16, 2010
STAGES ST. LOUIS was recognized today with 27 Kevin Kline Award nominations, the most it has ever received in one year, for all four of its 2009 productions. STAGES was the top recipient of total nominations for the Awards, which honor professional theatre in the St. Louis area. The 5th Annual Kevin Kline Awards Ceremony will be held March 22nd, 2010 at the Loretto-Hilton Center on the campus of Webster University.
Ladysmith Black Mambazo Returns to The Sheldon with Trademark Harmonies and Dance, 2/14
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2010
The Sheldon presents Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Sunday, February 14 at 7:30 p.m. in the perfect acoustics of the Sheldon Concert Hall. The acclaimed South African group, led by Joseph Shabalala, returns to The Sheldon performing Isicathamiya (is-cot-a-ME-Ya), traditional South African style vocal music.
Nominees for the 5th Annual Kevin Kline Awards Announced
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2010
The nominees for the 5th Annual Kevin Kline Awards have been announced. The annual ceremony will be held on Monday, March 22 at 7pm at the Loretto-Hilton Theater.
Photo Flash: Production Photos of The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis's Production of [title of show]
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2010
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis (The Rep) continues its 2009-2010 Studio Theatre series with an unabashedly self-aware and totally unique creation with music and lyrics by Jeff Bowen and book by Hunter Bell. And yes, for the last time, [title of show] really is the title.

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