Review: THE OUTSIDERS at Fox Theatre, St. Louis
by Rob Levy - January 11, 2026
More of a drama with sung interludes than a full-blown musical, The Outsiders is an outstanding production. Relying on a minimalist stage, dark lighting, and choreography, the ensemble is given a wide berth to perform....
Review: SUPERHERO at Tower Groves Abbey
by Rob Levy - December 19, 2025
Aided by a top-notch band, Justin Been’s potent drama uses moving songs and poignant drama to make Superhero is a thrill-packed adventure....
Review: EMMA at Loretto-Hilton Center
by Rob Levy - December 09, 2025
At a time when the weather is colder, and winter is tuning up, The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis’ production of Emma keeps us warm. The latest show of the company's 59th season is a vibrant feast of laughter and love....
Review: AN ORCHARD FOR CHEKHOV at Upstream Theater
by James Lindhorst - November 22, 2025
Brício’s play, An Orchard for Chekhov, is written with sophisticated humor. It is entertaining and moves quickly yet feels empty in its ambiguity, not dissimilar to Alma’s and her daughter’s lack of fulfillment. But Brício’s characters linger in your gray space long after the curtain has fallen. Per...
Review: LES MISÉRABLES at Fox Theatre, St. Louis
by Rob Levy - November 21, 2025
Now touring North America, this updated version of the beloved musical has been crafted by producer Cameron MacIntosh. For this production he replaced the rotating stage of the original production with background projections and implemented dialogue, orchestration and costumes changes. The results a...
Review: DEPOSITION Examines the Complexities and Culpabilties of Failed Marriages
by James Lindhorst - November 17, 2025
Deposition is an entertaining 90-minute story with, like many divorces, no clear resolution. Hanson’s script presents the evidence without assign fault. First Run Theatre’s staging is mostly effective, but at times felt a bit under rehearsed. Leading players Bill Burke, Ami Bossi, and Deb Dennert no...