THE GASLIGHT THEATER

by James Lindhorst - November 16, 2025

The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe is a one actor play examining life, relationships, and art on Earth. The play opens with an introduction to Trudy, a kooky bag lady who serves as a medium for extra-terrestrials attempting to understand life on earth. Trudy attempts to explain...

by James Lindhorst - July 14, 2025

This year’s LaBute Festival is filled with six strong scripts that are enhanced by Bryan McLaughlin and Avery Harrison’s direction. Both directors help their actors find and create intriguing characters in completely original stories....

by James Lindhorst - April 11, 2025

WITH is the authentic love story of two cantankerous and snarky old folks whose time together has beaten the odds. Their life has been blessed with longevity and fond memories. They have lived a long enough to raise a child and experience joy, sorrow, happiness, grief, and the full complement of hum...

by James Lindhorst - February 09, 2025

This is an elegant production of LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT with a touch of surrealism. The creative team have taken O’Neill’s story and leaned into quaint imagery to enhance the story telling. Doggett’s period costumes designs are elevated by her tailoring and sumptuous fabric choices. Patrick H...

by James Lindhorst - October 13, 2024

Michael Madden’s “Red Jasper” is a romantic and hopeful story that doesn’t wallow in sentimental melodrama. The characters find connection quickly and develop a tight bond at warp-speed. Director Suki Peters identified the emotional core of the story and collaborated with her actors to hastily pace ...

by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 17, 2024

The St. Louis premiere of 'Red Jasper,' an original play by Michael Madden, will run at The Gaslight Theater. Proceeds will benefit Siteman Cancer Center and the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Missouri Chapter. Learn how to attend. ...