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The Rep Appoints Hana S. Sharif Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2018
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis is proud to announce Hana S. Sharif as its new artistic director. Currently the associate artistic director at Baltimore Center Stage, Sharif will take over as The Rep's next artistic leader following Steven Woolf's retirement at the end of the 2018-2019 season. Sharif will hold the title of Augustin Family Artistic Director.
BWW Review: Darn Tootin'! ANNIE Enchants and Delights at The Muny
by Tanya Seale - July 20, 2018
You'd better gussy yourself up and get over to The Muny this week for the seven-time Tony Award-winning musical, Annie. This family show has it all - hope, heart, and a heaping helping of humanity, and Peyton Ella shines in the title role like the superstar she is.
Rebels and Misfits Presents St. Louis Premiere Of THE REALISTIC JONESES
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2018
'It's a story about people doing what people do - you drive around and get groceries, and you do all this in the valley of the shadow of death. Really, you're just getting groceries. But really, you're also in the valley of the shadow of death.' - Will Eno
St. Louis Fringe Festival Announces 2018 National Headline Act
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2018
This August, the St. Louis Fringe Festival will debut the musical comedy, Race Cars and Romance, written by brothers Klay and Brent Rogers. This new broad comedy, produced and general managed by The Cruxory Group of NYC in Association with the St. Louis Fringe Festival, has captured the National Headline Act slot after previously having four successful readings, spanning from Dallas to Portland.
Stifel Theatre Announces Aha Events' Women's Speaker Series
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2018
From the producers of TEDxStLouisWomen, a new, exciting event and speaker series known as Aha is launching in St. Louis, MO this fall with content that promises to inspire attendees with "moments that move". The emerging national speaker series focuses on life's Aha Moments with a variety of topics and events
Rob Urbinati's MAMA'S BOY Opens Tesseract's 2018-19 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2018
The Tesseract Theatre Company will open its sixth season with Mama's Boy, a new play written by Rob Urbinati about the relationship between Lee Harvey Oswald and his mother.
BWW Review: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST is Wilde and Wonderful at The Grandel
by Tanya Seale - July 17, 2018
Insight Theatre is an equity theatre in its 11th season, and Artistic Director Maggie Ryan says she has wanted to produce The Importance of Being Earnest for years. 'I delight in the language of this play,' she says of the classic farce. It's a 'trivial comedy for serious people,' which showcases playwright Oscar Wilde's intellectual genius. This is quite simply a brilliant play for smart audiences that stands the test of time. It overflows with hilarious double entendre and euphemisms aplenty, and if you've never indulged yourself in seeing it, make plans now to do so, as we can all delight in this spectacular performance, directed by Ed Reggi.
Gesher Music Festival Returns For 8th Season
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2018
Now in its 8th season, the Gesher Music Festival returns for two weeks in August, bringing chamber music with a multi-cultural twist to their performances. The Festival runs from August 9 - 19 with three formal concerts as well as several more informal opportunities to hear some of the music and meet the musicians.
Peabody Opera Houses Announces New Naming Rights Partnership
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2018
Stifel (STEE-full) Financial Corp. has entered into a 10-year building naming-rights agreement to rename Peabody Opera House as "Stifel Theatre."  The partnership, which further solidifies the historic entertainment venue's status in downtown St. Louis, is an extension of Stifel Financial Corp.'s more than 125-year history of civic spirit and leadership in St. Louis.  
The Rep Announces ADMISSIONS and NONSENSE AND BEAUTY
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2018
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis (The Rep) has announced two of the three shows for its 2018-2019 Studio Theatre season: Admissions(October 24 - November 11, 2018), the 2018 Drama Desk Award winner for Outstanding Play, and the world premiere of Nonsense and Beauty (March 6 - 24, 2019).
Photo Flash: First Look at MAMMA MIA! At STAGES St. Louis
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2018
The ultimate feel-good show, MAMMA MIA! uses the music of ABBA to tell the hilarious and touching tale of a teen's search for her birth father on a Greek Island paradise. See why 54 million people all around the world have fallen in love with this pop-music phenomenon of a mother, a daughter, three possible dads, and an unforgettable trip down the aisle! Chock full of explosive dance numbers, you'll want to unleash your inner "Dancing Queen" with such ABBA hits as "Winner Takes It All," "Take A Chance On Me," and the smash title tune, "Mamma Mia." This enchanting tale of love between mothers and daughters, laughter between old friends, and a celebration of newly found family is a guaranteed non-stop party that you won't want to miss!!
Photo Flash: First Look at Insight Theatre Company's THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2018
Insight Theatre Company proudly presents their production of 'The Importance of Being Earnest, A TrivialComedy for Serious People'.
VIOLET At Ozark Actors Theatre Announces Cast And Creative Team
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2018
The full cast and creative team have been assembled for Ozark Actors Theatre's upcoming production of the Jeanine Tesori musical Violet.
BWW Music Review: Rebecca Angel's Excellent WHAT WE HAD Brings Samba Grooves to a New Generation
by Chris Gibson - July 11, 2018
Released on June 1, 2018 on the aptly named Timeless Grooves Records label, Rebecca Angel's WHAT WE HAD is a delightful series of tuneful excursions. In fact, the album's eponymous track written by Dennis Angel (her Father, who's also a trumpeter), Rebecca, and guitarist Jonah Prendergast, has already received airplay on some Billboard stations, and deservedly so. While some of the songs here are lovingly interpreted classics, the eponymous 'What We Had' is an evocative original that fits in perfectly with the exotic and jazzy vibe that's established at the outset by Angel and producer/arranger Jason Miles. Angel's voice and style are suggestive of both Sade and Astrud Gilberto, but not in a cloying manner. Indeed, it's an approach that is both endearing and enduring, lending each song a sensual immediacy that's undeniably appealing in an age where autotune and trap beats dominate the soundtrack of our lives.
St Lou Fringe Heats Up the Summer with ACT YOUR PANTS OFF
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2018
Temperatures are rising in St. Louis and it isn't just the dog days of summer. St Lou Fringe is heating things up with its annual Act Your Pants Off fundraiser, a spirited competition among local actors that's all for fun and Fringe!
BWW Review: JERSEY BOYS Grooves Like a Jukebox at The Muny
by Tanya Seale - July 11, 2018
What a night it was at The Muny for Jersey Boys, the 2006 Tony Award winner for Best Musical. And when I say what a night, I mean Oh. What. A. Night. of doo-wop megahits galore! The Muny's opening night audience of over 8,400 showed up ready to be rocked, swayed, grooved, and shook, and all of that and more was delivered.
Arts And Education Council Awards $40,000 In 2018-2019 PNC Program Grants
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2018
The Arts and Education Council (A&E) has awarded $40,000 in 2018-2019 PNC Program Grants to 11 organizations in the bi-state region for arts and arts education programs to address the community's needs. The grants, which range from $2,500 to $5,000 per organization, are generously underwritten by the PNC Foundation.
Review Roundup: What Did Critics Think Of The Muny's THE WIZ?
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2018
Based on L. Frank Baum's nostalgic classic, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, The Wiz is considered a feel-good favorite sparkling with heart-pounding soul, unforgettable gospel and infectious rock rhythms. Grammy Award-winner for Best Cast Show Album and ranked as one of the highest watched live television musicals, this reimagined familiar favorite will have you ready to 'Ease on Down the Road' to meet The Wiz for yourself!
VIDEO: Corbin Bleu Takes Over BWW's Instagram For A Behind The Scenes Look At The Muny's SINGIN' IN THE RAIN!
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2018
This weekend Corbin Bleu took over our Instagram account today to give our followers a behind the scenes look at a two show day at The Muny!
Former Hells Angel George Christie's OUTLAW to Be Live On Stage Today – July 1
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2018
For more than three decades, George Christie was among the most prominent leaders of the Hells Angels biker organization. He was prosecuted and persecuted; hunted and hated, but always respected, even by his enemies, of which there were many. Now, Christie shares his journey from accused (though not convicted) murderer and arsonist to legitimate business owner and family man in the new, solo stage production OUTLAW. Written and directed by Richard La Plante, OUTLAW is coming to the Playhouse @ Westport Plaza June 29-July 1. Tickets are $50 and on sale now through MetroTix at www.metrotix.com or by calling 314-534-1111. Additionally, tickets will be available at the Playhouse @ Westport Plaza box office one hour prior to show time. Groups of 10 or more should call 314-616-4455 for special rates.
THE REALISTIC JONESES Gets St. Louis Premiere This Summer
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2018
REBEL AND MISFITS PRODUCTIONS is thrilled to announce their upcoming production of " The Realistic Joneses " by award - winning Will Eno, presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc.
BWW Review: SINGIN' IN THE RAIN is a Splashy Summer Hit
by Tanya Seale - June 28, 2018
Now that the weather has finally cleared up in St. Louis, you'll want to go celebrate The Muny in its 100th year at Singin' in the Rain. Celebrated as one of the most iconic musicals of all time-and perhaps as relatable today in some ways as ever, while we move through the digital revolution-Singin' in the Rain, a comedy set in the Golden Age of Hollywood, tells an amusing story about what can happen when technology changes everything.
Peabody Opera House Announces 18-19 Broadway Season - LEGALLY BLONDE, SOMETHING ROTTEN!, and More!
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2018
Peabody Opera House announces Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical, Legally Blonde - The Musical, Something Rotten!, The Sound of Music & Monty Python's Spamalot will visit the historic venue as part of the 2018-19 Broadway Series.
Announcing New Ticket Prices For Fabulous Fox Public Tours
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2018
The Fabulous Fox Theatre announces new tickets prices for public tours. Tickets for the public tours are $10 for adults and $8 for seniors, students, and children. Children two years old and younger are free.
VIDEO: The Muny Preps for Heavy Weather! See Rehearsals for SINGIN' IN THE RAIN
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
The Muny presents Singin' in the Rain, June 27 - July 3. Broadway, film and television stars Corbin Bleuand Jeffrey Schecter portray Don Lockwood and Cosmo Brown, respectively, and former Muny Kid, Muny Teen and Indiana University student Berklea Going will star as Kathy Selden. Singin' in the Rain is directed by Marc Bruni and choreographed by Rommy Sandhu with music direction by Ben Whiteley. Singin' in the Rain is proudly sponsored by Ameren.

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