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THE KING AND I Tour to Waltz Into the Fabulous Fox Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2017
The first U.S. National tour of the hit musical THE KING AND I, will play the Fabulous Fox Theatre from Tuesday, November 28 to Sunday, December 10.
STAGES St. Louis Raises More Than $52K for American Red Cross Hurricane Relief
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
The final curtain call on Sunday, Oct. 8, concluded STAGES' production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic American wartime tale, but the spirit of civic duty continued to ring throughout the theatre as STAGES welcomed Cindy Erickson, CEO of the American Red Cross of Eastern Missouri, onstage following the company's final bows.
Photo Flash: STAGES St. Louis Raises Over $52,000 for the American Red Cross Hurricane Relief
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
The final curtain call on Sunday, Oct. 8, concluded STAGES' production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic American wartime tale, but the spirit of civic duty continued to ring throughout the theatre as STAGES welcomed Cindy Erickson, CEO of the American Red Cross of Eastern Missouri, onstage following the company's final bows.
Stray Dog Theatre Announces Auditions for Inaugural Silver Stage Senior Theatre Production
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
The Silver Stage program by Stray Dog Theatre will present an annual production, featuring a cast of actors exclusively over the age of 60 years old and a production team largely composed of professional and pre-professional young adult artists.
Jim Poulos to Lead All-Star HAMLET at The Rep This Fall
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
With a story as epic and revered as Hamlet, a theatre company has to either go big or go home. And with its first-ever production of William Shakespeare's iconic tragedy (running October 11 through November 5), The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis is most definitely going big with an all-star cast and production team.
'SISTER'S CHRISTMAS CATECHISM' Set for Holiday Run at Playhouse @ Westport Plaza
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2017
Sister is back and better than ever! Emery Entertainment in association with Entertainment Events, Inc. is delighted to announce a special holiday presentation of 'Sister's Christmas Catechism: The Mystery of the Magi's Gold' at the Playhouse @ Westport Plaza, November 24-December 3.
BWW Review: Upstream Theater's Delightful Slice of History SWEET REVENGE
by Chris Gibson - October 09, 2017
SWEET REVENGE, with the subtitle of: as performed by the Julius Slowacki Players, Saint Louis, 1933, is a delightful look back at our city's own Polish heritage. Artistic Director Philip Boehm translates ZEMSTA by playwright Aleksander Fredo, but gives the work a twist by showing us how the troupe, which ceased performing in 1959, would have staged the piece, albeit, in English. This is an enjoyable romp that's amusing, and supposedly based on a true bit of history that Fredo ran across. Boehm's translation maintains Fredo's clever rhyming scheme, which gives it a playful, lighthearted air.
BWW Review: New Jewish Theatre's Touching TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE
by Chris Gibson - October 09, 2017
watch, and some people, who might be especially sensitive on these matters, might be put off at the thought of witnessing a person deteriorate over time due to the ravages of ALS. But they'd be depriving themselves of the chance to learn some of the same life lessons that author Mitch Albom did during the precious time he was able to spend with his former teacher before he passed. The New Jewish Theatre opens their 21st season with a warm, funny, and lovingly rendered production of this play, which only gets more relevant with age, as we have become even more tied down to lifestyles that move so fast, and demand so much of us, that we rarely get the time to actually enjoy them. And, maybe, just maybe, we were really meant for other things. It's a question this play asks.
BWW Review: Music Provides the Highlights for THE BODYGUARD at the Fox Theatre
by Chris Gibson - October 06, 2017
There have been some truly successful musicals that have been adapted from films, and there have been more than a few that just didn't work. Often, what plays well on screen simply doesn't translate to the stage, no matter how much technical wizardry you utilize. THE BODYGUARD isn't the worst musical taken from a movie that I've ever seen, there are certainly plenty of other contenders for that title, but it seems slightly misguided to me. It isn't a jukebox musical or a revue, and it's not authorized by the estate of Whitney Houston, although its score is made up of selections from the movie along with additional songs from Houston's catalog. But, maybe that would have been a better direction to take since the show changes so many key elements from the film (screenplay by Lawrence Kasdan, disappointing adaptation by recent Academy Award winner Alexander Dinelaris) that only act to weaken the story, not improve upon it. Fans of the flick, and particularly of Houston, will probably enjoy it for the musical performances more than anything, and in that respect I can see the appeal. Others may find it a bit flat and forced, a least in regards to the dramatic aspects.
R&B Musical Revue CHASING WATERFALLS to Premiere This Fall in St. Louis
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
Chasing Waterfalls, a new R&B musical revue will close TLT Productions' inaugural season, October 5-7, 2017.
DISENCHANTED, MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL, AN EVENING WITH C.S. LEWIS and More Set for Playhouse @ Westport Plaza's 2017-18 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
Emery Entertainment, Inc. has announced the 2017-2018 lineup being presented at the Playhouse @ Westport Plaza. Fan favorites, Off-Broadway comedies, and a brand new Artists Lounge Live Series make up the exciting theatrical season at one of St. Louis' most intimate venues.
Celtic Woman to Stop at the Fox Theatre with 'Homecoming' Tour
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
Celtic Woman (www.celticwoman.com), the multi-platinum international music sensation, is returning with a brand new live show for an extensive North American tour beginning Spring 2018 with a stop in St. Louis on Wednesday, June 13 at the Fabulous Fox Theatre.
BWW Review: New Line Theatre's Excellent LIZZIE Rocks Hard!
by Chris Gibson - October 04, 2017
LIZZIE is a unique musical experience, and I was absolutely blown away by it. The product of the team of Steven Cheslik-deMeyer, Alan Stevens Hewitt, and Tim Maner, who all contributed to the book, music, lyrics and orchestrations; it's a true rock opera. Watching and listening to this powerful show is like discovering a forgotten concept album from the past, and I'm amazed that no group from rock's rich history ever tackled the subject of Lizzie Borden before, although I could be wrong about that. But you have to realize that none of those predominately male-dominated groups of the late 60's, 70's and early 80's, who were churning out double or triple albums with a narrative thread, had four female vocalists who could take on the various roles that are present here, and not with such a degree of variety. Some selections remind me of blistering Iron Maiden type material, and some have that Runaways vibe, and some are definitely arena rock, but there are also songs that are chamber-pop in style; delicate and rich with harmony. New Line Theatre has put together a production that's like the coolest rock concert ever, and I cannot recommend it highly enough.
HEISENBERG Opens The Rep's 2017-18 Studio Season
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
A witty two-hander from The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time playwright Simon Stephens, Heisenberg is a sharp and inspiring opener for The Rep's 2017-2018 Studio season. Directed by Steven Woolf, the production runs October 25 November 12 in the Emerson Studio Theatre.
SLSO and St. Louis Blues Team Join the Athletes of the Orchestra Concert
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017
The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, in partnership with the St. Louis Blues, is set to score the perfect performance on stage for Athletes of the Orchestra on October 15.
THE BODYGUARD Tour to Hit St. Louis This October
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017
The Fabulous Fox Theatre has announced that the first U.S. National tour of the hit musical THE BODYGUARD, will play the Fabulous Fox Theatre from Today, October 3 to Sunday, October 15.
Max and Louie present SOUVENIR, 12/15-31
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
Max & Louie Productions presents Souvenir: A Fantasia On The Life Of Florence Foster Jenkins, directed by Sydnie Grosberg Ronga and slated to run December 15-31, 2017 at the Marcelle Theatre located in the Grand Center Arts District. Tickets are on sale now. To purchase, call MetroTix at (314) 534-1111. For more information visit maxandlouie.com
Nominations Now Open for the 2017 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards!
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2017 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, community theatre and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
Upstream's SWEET REVENGE Opens 10/6
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2017
Considered the finest Polish comedy ever written, this 19th century verse drama uses Moli re-like wit to poke fun of human follies. Upstream takes the hijinks to another level by presenting the play as performed by an actual amateur St. Louis Polish immigrant theater troupe from the 1930s.
St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Celebrates David Roberston In His Final Season As Music Director
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2017
The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra honors the legacy of Music Director David Robertson, whose remarkable 13-year tenure will conclude at the close the SLSO's 138th season.
Christie Prades to Play Gloria Estefan in ON YOUR FEET! at the Fabulous Fox This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2017
The Fabulous Fox Theatre has announced the engagement of the hit Broadway musical ON YOUR FEET! - based on the life story of seven-time GRAMMY winning international superstar Gloria Estefan and her husband, 19-time GRAMMY winning producer-musician-entrepreneur Emilio Estefan - will star Cuban-American Broadway actress Christie Prades as Gloria Estefan, and acclaimed stage and television actor Mauricio Martinez, playing Emilio Estefan.
GIRLS NIGHT: THE MUSICAL Coming to the Playhouse @ Westport Plaza
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2017
Emery Entertainment, Inc. presents GIRLSNIGHT: THE MUSICAL at the Playhouse @ Westport Plaza November 7-12.
Stages St. Louis Raises Funds For The American Red Cross Hurricane Relief
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2017
At STAGES St. Louis, efforts to protect and serve the citizens of this nation don't end when the curtain goes down on Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic wartime tale, South Pacific.
Daniel O'Donnell to Bring 'Back Home Again' Tour to the Fabulous Fox
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2017
One of Ireland's best loved artists, Daniel O'Donnell has announced that he will be returning to tour in the USA with his Back Home Again Tour that includes a stop at the Fabulous Fox Theatre on Tuesday, February 27 at 7:00 p.m.
SLSO Sets New HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS Concert Dates
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2017
The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra has announced the rescheduled performance dates for Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert. The new concert dates are Thursday, April 5, 2018, and Saturday, April 7, 2018.

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