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Fan Leaves $1.2 Million to Opera Theatre of St. Louis Sparking a Court Fight Amongst Her Heirs
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2021
Wendy Holmes Weil, a longtime fan of the Opera Theatre of St. Louis, left the opera $1.2 million after her death, sparking a court fight amongst her heirs.
Fabulous Fox Announces Suspension Of Tours
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2021
Due to the escalation of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Fabulous Fox Theatre has announced the suspension of its historical tours of the venue until further notice. 
Billy Stritch, Christine Andreas, Capathia Jenkins and Tony DeSare Headline TRIBUTES, The Cabaret Project of St. Louis' Virtual Season
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2021
In this exciting new series from the Cabaret Project St. Louis, three great cabaret's celebrating some of the greatest singers in history. Check out a sneak peek video of the series below!
The Rep Prioritizes Patron Safety in Decision to Delay Live Theatre Productions
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2020
To ensure the health and safety of Rep patrons, artists and staff, The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis will postpone the March production of Little Shop of Horrors due to recent coronavirus surges in the region.
New Year's Eve Concert to Stream Live From Long Beach
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2020
From Long Beach to the World!: The Long Beach Blues Society presents a New Year's Eve Concert streamed live from iconic Long Beach music venues and restaurants, Friday, December 31 at 9pm PT.
VIDEO: Wynton Marsalis, Kennedy Holmes, Sophia Stephens and More Star in A NEW HOLIDAY Musical
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2020
A New Holiday is a Christmas musical that follows a 10 year-old girl on her holiday journey of hope, joy and love as she copes with the loss of her beloved grandmother. The production - written by soul singer Brian Owens and actress Sophia Stephens - features an all-black cast and was filmed in St. Louis, Missouri amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tom Ridgely Joins MOONSTONE CONNECTIONS Podcast
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2020
Tom Ridgely has led the St. Louis Shakespeare Festival since 2018. A Drama Desk-nominated director, he has developed or presented work at the Public Theater, The Old Globe, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Shakespeare Society, Red Bull and more.
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis Presents THE GLOWY SNOWY DAY
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2020
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, in partnership with StoneLion Puppet Theatre, has announced a breathtaking, unique family event: “The Glowy Snowy Day.” Families are invited to drive through the experience on the Webster University campus, just a few hundred feet from The Rep’s main performing home. 
Fox Announces Additional Dates For A DICKENS OF A TOUR
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2020
The Fabulous Fox Theatre has announced the addition of December 26-27 holiday tours of the beloved landmark. Inspired by Charles Dickens' “A Christmas Carol,” this delightful tour is titled 'A Dickens of a Tour' and depicts several of that tale's characters including the ghosts of Christmas Past and Present, Jacob Marley, Victorian dancers and more! 
William 'Bill' Carson Appointed as President of COCA Board of Directors
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2020
COCA, the fourth largest multidisciplinary community arts center in the country, announces the appointment of William Carson as president of its board of directors. Carson succeeds Jesse Hunter, who was board president from 2015 to 2020.
Celebrate the 60th Anniversary of St. Louis and Stuttgart as Sister Cities With Circus Harmony
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2020
2020 is known for many things, but one thing that may have been overlooked is that 2020 is the 60th anniversary of St. Louis, Missouri, USA and Stuttgart, Germany being Sister Cities! To celebrate, Circus Harmony in St. Louis and Circus Circuli in Stuttgart formed a Peace through Pyramids partnership and co-created a show!
The Rep and Metro Theatre Support Young Playwrights With #ENOUGH: PLAYS TO END GUN VIOLENCE
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2020
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis and Metro Theater Company will present #ENOUGH: Plays to End Gun Violence – a yearlong theatre initiative that encourages teens to confront gun violence by creating new works of theatre, culminating in simultaneous staged readings across the country on Dec. 14.
World Premiere of MANUAL CINEMA'S CHRISTMAS CAROL to be Livestreamed by COCA This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2020
COCA will present Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol, a co-commission from Emmy Award-winning performance collective Manual Cinema, as a livestream performance on December 4–6, 2020. The cinema-going experience is created right before the audiences’ eyes and comes together to tell an imaginative re-invention of the Charles Dickens holiday classic.
Sterling K. Brown and Ryan Michelle Bathé Join Ellie Kemper and Over Two Dozen Readers For Metro Theater Company's A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2020
Award-winning actors/producers Sterling K. Brown (This Is Us, Frozen 2) and Ryan Michelle Bathé (Sylvie's Love, All Rise) join Emmy nominee Ellie Kemper (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, The Office) and more than 25 outstanding St. Louisans as readers for Metro Theater Company's upcoming virtual holiday event, A Christmas Carol: A St. Louis Virtual Holiday Reading.
Manheim Steamroller Comes to The Fabulous Fox Theatre December 20, 2021
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2020
Do you remember the first time you heard the Christmas sounds of Mannheim Steamroller?  You can again celebrate the holiday magic of Mannheim Steamroller in 2021 when they bring their annual holiday tour to fans throughout the country.  
Voting Now Open For The 2020 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2020
Voting is now open for the BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade! Our local editors have set the categories, our readers have submitted nominees, and now YOU get to vote for your favorites!
Muny Debuts New, Virtual Education Offering MUNY U
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2020
The Muny announced today its newest education offering, Muny U. Under the Crawford Taylor Education Initiative, this free, groundbreaking program connects St. Louis area high school theatre classes with industry-leading musical theatre professionals from across the country through a virtual learning environment.
Fabulous Fox Theatre Announces New Postponements Plus The Return Of HAMILTON In Spring 2022
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2020
The Fabulous Fox Theatre has announced the postponement of the remaining shows on its 2020-2021 Broadway season ticket package due to the continuing Covid-19 pandemic. 
COCA Pivots to All-Virtual Classes
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2020
In accordance with St. Louis County Executive Dr. Sam Page's 'safer-at-home' order, COCA - Center of Creative Arts will continue current operations through close of business on Monday, November 16, and pivot to all virtual classes and performances starting Tuesday, November 17.
The Rep Debuts LOVE AND KINDNESS IN THE TIME OF QUARANTINE
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2020
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis will debut a new collection of stories that offer hope, encouragement and perspective in a time of global uncertainty in an exciting new work titled Love and Kindness in the Time of Quarantine. Directed and curated by Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Playwright-in-Residence, Regina Taylor, the program will stream online for free on November 20 at 7 p.m. CST.
The Fabulous Fox Theatre Announces A DICKENS OF A TOUR
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2020
The Fabulous Fox Theatre has announced holiday tours of the beloved landmark to begin following Thanksgiving and continuing through December. This unique hour-long tour includes some of the history of the Fox Theatre while it is beautifully decorated for the holiday season.
First-Ever 3D and Holographic Web Integration Results in 360° Virtual Tour of COCA's New Facility
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2020
COCA’s virtual webtour is a first-ever online experience marrying high-quality 360° photographs with photo realistic volumetric 3D holograms. The immersive tour brings COCA viewers inside their newly renovated campus, connecting with COCA leadership and artists for an innovative web experience.
New Episode 'Jewish Music And Culture,' Announced For MUSICAL ANCESTRIES Series
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2020
Classic 107.3, “The Voice for the Arts in St. Louis,” announced today the upcoming premiere of a new episode in its “Musical Ancestries” series for school-aged children.
Circus Harmony's 1st Online Event Raises $67K+
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2020
On October 10, Circus Harmony premiered their first online production - The Balancing Act: Walking the Pandemic Tightrope - and held their first 24 hour fundraiser. Both were a tremendous success and show the power St. Louis' only social circus organization to show strength, flexibility, and hope even in these challenging of times.
Last Chance To Submit Nominations For The 2020 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2020
This is your LAST CHANCE to submit nominations for the BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!

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