BWW Q&A: Ellen McLaughlin on AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY at Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
by Joshua Wright - April 02, 2024
Finishing out The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis’ 2023/24 Season is the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning powerhouse drama, August: Osage County by acclaimed contemporary playwright Tracy Letts.
by Joshua Wright - April 02, 2024
Finishing out The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis’ 2023/24 Season is the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning powerhouse drama, August: Osage County by acclaimed contemporary playwright Tracy Letts.
STAGES St. Louis Celebrates 38 Years in St. Louis
by Team BWW - April 01, 2024
In 2024, Stages St. Louis celebrates its 38th season of producing Broadway-quality theater at The Ross Family Theatre in the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center.
by Team BWW - April 01, 2024
In 2024, Stages St. Louis celebrates its 38th season of producing Broadway-quality theater at The Ross Family Theatre in the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center.
THE BOOK OF MORMON to Launch Digital Lottery for St. Louis Engagement
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2024
THE BOOK OF MORMON will launch a lottery ticket policy in St. Louis playing at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2024
THE BOOK OF MORMON will launch a lottery ticket policy in St. Louis playing at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets.
Spotlight: WHY DON'T WE PAINT THE TOWN? at Sheldon Ballroom
by BWW Special Offer - March 29, 2024
Why Don't We Paint The Town? 🎵
by BWW Special Offer - March 29, 2024
Why Don't We Paint The Town? 🎵
Review: AUGUST OSAGE COUNTY at Loretto-Hilton Center
by Rob Levy - March 29, 2024
The Rep’s August Osage County is a rough and tumble roller-coaster ride of anxiety, anger, and alienation that reflects on familial dysfunction with hostility and viciousness.
by Rob Levy - March 29, 2024
The Rep’s August Osage County is a rough and tumble roller-coaster ride of anxiety, anger, and alienation that reflects on familial dysfunction with hostility and viciousness.
Review: JACEY'S JAZZ JOINT at The Blue Strawberry Showroom And Lounge
by James Lindhorst - March 28, 2024
Fresh off her win for Outstanding Costume Design of a Musical at Monday evening’s St. Louis Theatre Circle Awards, Eileen Engel took the stage in JACEY’S JAZZ JOINT. For the next 70-miutes, Engel treated her audience to jazzy renditions of some of the most loved American standards. Her set included “Embraceable You,” “Fly Me to the Moon,” and “Misty,” among 10 other songs. Her work with this set of 13 songs suited her voice as she confidently entertained the club at Blue Strawberry Showroom and Lounge, playing club owner Jacey.
by James Lindhorst - March 28, 2024
Fresh off her win for Outstanding Costume Design of a Musical at Monday evening’s St. Louis Theatre Circle Awards, Eileen Engel took the stage in JACEY’S JAZZ JOINT. For the next 70-miutes, Engel treated her audience to jazzy renditions of some of the most loved American standards. Her set included “Embraceable You,” “Fly Me to the Moon,” and “Misty,” among 10 other songs. Her work with this set of 13 songs suited her voice as she confidently entertained the club at Blue Strawberry Showroom and Lounge, playing club owner Jacey.
KAREN MASON Brings Her Show KANDER & EBB ... AND ALL THAT JAZZ to The Upstairs Ballroom At The Sheldon
by James Lindhorst - March 26, 2024
Mason is thrilled to be returning, again to St. Louis and bringing her show featuring the music of the legendary composers Kander and Ebb. She said, “the music they write is perfect for my voice and I enjoy singing the music they’ve composed for their musicals.” She had the chance to work in the original company of AND THE WORLD GOES ROUND with John Kander and Fred Ebb. She talked of how collaborative her work was with them, what special composers they are, and how she loves to sing their music. Mason beamed with pride when she talked about John Kander being in the audience when she premiered this show at Birdland in New York City. She said, “He couldn’t have been more kind and lovely.”
by James Lindhorst - March 26, 2024
Mason is thrilled to be returning, again to St. Louis and bringing her show featuring the music of the legendary composers Kander and Ebb. She said, “the music they write is perfect for my voice and I enjoy singing the music they’ve composed for their musicals.” She had the chance to work in the original company of AND THE WORLD GOES ROUND with John Kander and Fred Ebb. She talked of how collaborative her work was with them, what special composers they are, and how she loves to sing their music. Mason beamed with pride when she talked about John Kander being in the audience when she premiered this show at Birdland in New York City. She said, “He couldn’t have been more kind and lovely.”
INTO THE WOODS, CLUE, and DEATH OF A SALESMAN Win Big at The St. Louis Theater Circle Awards
by James Lindhorst - March 26, 2024
Last evening at The Loretto-Hilton Center, the St. Louis theatre community gathered for The St. Louis Theatre Circle Awards Gala. Thirty-Four awards were handed out with three productions winning big: The New Jewish Theatre’s production of INTO THE WOODS and STAGES St. Louis production of CLUE won 5 awards each, and The Black Rep’s production of DEATH OF A SALESMAN won 4 awards. Each of the three were named the best of their category, INTO THE WOODS was named Outstanding Production of a Musical, CLUE was named Outstanding Production of a Comedy, and DEATH OF A SALESMAN was named Outstanding Production of a Drama.
by James Lindhorst - March 26, 2024
Last evening at The Loretto-Hilton Center, the St. Louis theatre community gathered for The St. Louis Theatre Circle Awards Gala. Thirty-Four awards were handed out with three productions winning big: The New Jewish Theatre’s production of INTO THE WOODS and STAGES St. Louis production of CLUE won 5 awards each, and The Black Rep’s production of DEATH OF A SALESMAN won 4 awards. Each of the three were named the best of their category, INTO THE WOODS was named Outstanding Production of a Musical, CLUE was named Outstanding Production of a Comedy, and DEATH OF A SALESMAN was named Outstanding Production of a Drama.
2024 Award Honorees Announced for the St. Louis Theatre Circle
by Joshua Wright - March 26, 2024
The 11th annual St. Louis Theater Circle Awards ceremony were held at the Loretto-Hilton Center on the campus of Webster University on Monday, March 25th, 2024. Check out the complete list of the 2024 Award Honorees.
by Joshua Wright - March 26, 2024
The 11th annual St. Louis Theater Circle Awards ceremony were held at the Loretto-Hilton Center on the campus of Webster University on Monday, March 25th, 2024. Check out the complete list of the 2024 Award Honorees.
15th American Natya Festival Set For Next Month
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2024
Soorya Performing Arts, a local non-profit organization dedicated to Indian classical dance, music, and theatre, will present the 15th American Natya Festival April 27, 28th and 29th at the Clayton High School Auditorium.
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2024
Soorya Performing Arts, a local non-profit organization dedicated to Indian classical dance, music, and theatre, will present the 15th American Natya Festival April 27, 28th and 29th at the Clayton High School Auditorium.
Cirque du Soleil's SONGBLAZERS is Coming to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in October
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2024
Cirque du Soleil and Universal Music Group Nashville will present Songblazers, an innovative country-themed show written and directed by Amy Tinkham. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2024
Cirque du Soleil and Universal Music Group Nashville will present Songblazers, an innovative country-themed show written and directed by Amy Tinkham. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tom Segura Will Bring Stand-Up Comedy Tour to the Fabulous Fox
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2024
Tom Segura has announced the second leg of his latest global stand-up comedy tour Tom Segura: Come Together.
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2024
Tom Segura has announced the second leg of his latest global stand-up comedy tour Tom Segura: Come Together.
Review: The New Jewish Theatre's Production of ALL MY SONS is Explosive, Gripping, and Tragic
by James Lindhorst - March 22, 2024
The New Jewish Theatre picked up where they left off last season with a superior effort resulting in stellar storytelling. This well-acted production of ALL MY SONS is intense and riveting drama. Jayson Heil, Greg Johnston, and Amy Loui are outstanding as the members of the Keller family. Their simmering performances build to a boil in this pressure cooker filled drama before the lid blows sky high. The tension and intensity they bring to each of their roles is tangible. Director Gary Wayne Barker has collaborated with his actors and technical crew to tell a gripping and tragic story.
by James Lindhorst - March 22, 2024
The New Jewish Theatre picked up where they left off last season with a superior effort resulting in stellar storytelling. This well-acted production of ALL MY SONS is intense and riveting drama. Jayson Heil, Greg Johnston, and Amy Loui are outstanding as the members of the Keller family. Their simmering performances build to a boil in this pressure cooker filled drama before the lid blows sky high. The tension and intensity they bring to each of their roles is tangible. Director Gary Wayne Barker has collaborated with his actors and technical crew to tell a gripping and tragic story.
Review: MOVIE MUSIC at The Blue Strawberry Showroom And Lounge
by James Lindhorst - March 21, 2024
MOVIE MUSIC is an entertaining and sometimes emotional walk down memory lane by three skilled theatrical professionals who know a bit about storytelling. Midnight Company’s Joe Hanrahan has created a formula with his theatrical cabaret productions that continues to fill seats at The Blue Strawberry. Eileen Engel, glistened with confidence, charm, and stage presence as she sang most of the evening’s selections. Colin Healy has exceptional talent on the keys and a gift of theatrical intuition for using music to build anticipation and advance the story.
by James Lindhorst - March 21, 2024
MOVIE MUSIC is an entertaining and sometimes emotional walk down memory lane by three skilled theatrical professionals who know a bit about storytelling. Midnight Company’s Joe Hanrahan has created a formula with his theatrical cabaret productions that continues to fill seats at The Blue Strawberry. Eileen Engel, glistened with confidence, charm, and stage presence as she sang most of the evening’s selections. Colin Healy has exceptional talent on the keys and a gift of theatrical intuition for using music to build anticipation and advance the story.
The Repertory Theatre Of St. Louis Reveals 2024/25 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2024
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis has announced its 2024-2025 season, which includes four world-class productions. Learn more about the full lineup here!
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2024
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis has announced its 2024-2025 season, which includes four world-class productions. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Stray Dog Theatre To Present XANADU Next Month
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2024
Stray Dog Theatre (SDT) will continue its twenty-first season with a production of Xanadu at the Tower Grove Abbey.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2024
Stray Dog Theatre (SDT) will continue its twenty-first season with a production of Xanadu at the Tower Grove Abbey.
Members Of St. Louis Symphony Chorus Will Join Muny Production Of LES MISERABLES
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2024
Members of the St. Louis Symphony Chorus are set to join the Muny production of LES MISÉRABLES, enhancing three key musical numbers with their vocal talents.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2024
Members of the St. Louis Symphony Chorus are set to join the Muny production of LES MISÉRABLES, enhancing three key musical numbers with their vocal talents.
Previews: Tesseract Theatre Company's Production of THE INHERITANCE PARTS 1 & 2 at The Marcelle
by James Lindhorst - March 19, 2024
One of the most anticipated plays being produced in St. Louis this season is Matthew Lopez’s epic masterpiece THE INHERITANCE. Produced by Tesseract Theatre Company, THE INHERITANCE is a two-part play spanning three generations of gay men and the effect their relationships have on one another. Inspired by the novel “Howard’s End,” THE INHERITANCE debuted in London’s West End in March of 2018, before transferring to Broadway in November of 2019. THE INHERITANCE is the winner of countless awards including the Olivier Award for Best New Play, the Tony Award for Best Play, and was recognized as Best Play by London’s Evening Standard Theatre Award, Critic’s Circle Award, South Bank Sky Arts Award, Drama Desk Award, Drama League Award, New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award, Outer Critics Circle Award, and GLAAD Media Award. Broadway World had the opportunity to sit down with the Director Stephen Peirick, and three members of his acting troupe, Tyson Cole, Jonathan Hey, and Jacob Schmidt, who will bring the regional premiere of this important work to audiences in and around the St. Louis Area.
by James Lindhorst - March 19, 2024
One of the most anticipated plays being produced in St. Louis this season is Matthew Lopez’s epic masterpiece THE INHERITANCE. Produced by Tesseract Theatre Company, THE INHERITANCE is a two-part play spanning three generations of gay men and the effect their relationships have on one another. Inspired by the novel “Howard’s End,” THE INHERITANCE debuted in London’s West End in March of 2018, before transferring to Broadway in November of 2019. THE INHERITANCE is the winner of countless awards including the Olivier Award for Best New Play, the Tony Award for Best Play, and was recognized as Best Play by London’s Evening Standard Theatre Award, Critic’s Circle Award, South Bank Sky Arts Award, Drama Desk Award, Drama League Award, New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award, Outer Critics Circle Award, and GLAAD Media Award. Broadway World had the opportunity to sit down with the Director Stephen Peirick, and three members of his acting troupe, Tyson Cole, Jonathan Hey, and Jacob Schmidt, who will bring the regional premiere of this important work to audiences in and around the St. Louis Area.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is Coming to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in April
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2024
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will make its St. Louis debut at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Purchase tickets now!
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2024
The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will make its St. Louis debut at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Purchase tickets now!
Spotlight: AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY at Loretto-Hilton Center
by BWW Special Offer - March 19, 2024
Love, betrayal and family drama. Don't miss August: Osage County at The Rep
by BWW Special Offer - March 19, 2024
Love, betrayal and family drama. Don't miss August: Osage County at The Rep
THE WHY OF MY CITY - FAIR GROUND Comes to ZACK Theatre in April
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2024
The WHY of MY City – Fair Ground comes to ZACK Theatre in April. Performances are on April 18 and 19, 2024 at 7:00.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2024
The WHY of MY City – Fair Ground comes to ZACK Theatre in April. Performances are on April 18 and 19, 2024 at 7:00.
Review: NEW WORKS COLLECTIVE - 2024 at Opera Theatre Of Saint Louis
by Steve Callahan - March 18, 2024
This was a dream of an evening of opera! It vastly exceeded expectations.
by Steve Callahan - March 18, 2024
This was a dream of an evening of opera! It vastly exceeded expectations.
Review: WEDDING BAND at The Catherine B. Berges Theatre At COCA
by James Lindhorst - March 17, 2024
Jones collaborates with his cast and crew to mount an artful production of Alice Childress’ important story. He captures the grievous nature of oppressive racism and the fears of mixed-race couples in doomed relationships. This outstanding production of Wedding Band is being presented by The Black Rep at COCA’s Catherine B. Berges Theatre through March 31st.
by James Lindhorst - March 17, 2024
Jones collaborates with his cast and crew to mount an artful production of Alice Childress’ important story. He captures the grievous nature of oppressive racism and the fears of mixed-race couples in doomed relationships. This outstanding production of Wedding Band is being presented by The Black Rep at COCA’s Catherine B. Berges Theatre through March 31st.
Review: MOLLY SWEENEY at The Kranzberg Black Box Theatre
by James Lindhorst - March 17, 2024
Albion delivers another first-rate production with MOLLY SWEENEY. Ashton, the artistic director, and his staff carefully select quality theatrical assets to increase the probability of sensational storytelling. Albion’s production of MOLLY SWEENEY is just that, outstanding storytelling through exquisite performances that are skillfully directed.
by James Lindhorst - March 17, 2024
Albion delivers another first-rate production with MOLLY SWEENEY. Ashton, the artistic director, and his staff carefully select quality theatrical assets to increase the probability of sensational storytelling. Albion’s production of MOLLY SWEENEY is just that, outstanding storytelling through exquisite performances that are skillfully directed.
The Black Rep's WEDDING BAND Opens at COCA
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2024
The St. Louis Black Repertory Company will continue its 47th Season with Alice Childress' masterpiece WEDDING BAND. Directed by Geovonday Jones, the production opens tonight and runs through Sunday, March 31 in the Berges Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2024
The St. Louis Black Repertory Company will continue its 47th Season with Alice Childress' masterpiece WEDDING BAND. Directed by Geovonday Jones, the production opens tonight and runs through Sunday, March 31 in the Berges Theatre.
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