Chalamet Electric in Exhilarating Dylan Snapshot ‘A Complete Unknown’

Chalamet Electric in Exhilarating Dylan Snapshot ‘A Complete Unknown’

By Lynn Venhaus Anchored by Timothee Chalamet’s brilliant immersive portrayal of a young Bob Dylan, this exhilarating, extraordinary film recreates a period when art, music,... Details
Bach Society of St. Louis’ Christmas Candlelight Concert Delivers a Sublime Holiday Experience

Bach Society of St. Louis’ Christmas Candlelight Concert Delivers a Sublime Holiday Experience

By CB Adams There’s a reason that “BBC Magazine” named the Bach Society of St. Louis’ Christmas Candlelight Concert as one of their top-20 live... Details
‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ Is Dull, Generic Photorealistic Animation Prequel

‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ Is Dull, Generic Photorealistic Animation Prequel

By Lynn Venhaus Woof. Thirty years after its landmark opening, Disney’s “The Lion King” has returned as a computer-animated prequel that’s a mere shell of... Details
IN UNISON Christmas Delivers Gift-Within-Gift Holiday Magic with SLSO, Take 6 and Inspired Performances

IN UNISON Christmas Delivers Gift-Within-Gift Holiday Magic with SLSO, Take 6 and Inspired Performances

By CB Adams If you’ve ever eagerly unwrapped a gift and found it filled with many other wrapped gifts, that’s the sort of Matryoshka doll... Details
Merry and Bright ‘That Christmas’ Is Clever Animated Comedy Film

Merry and Bright ‘That Christmas’ Is Clever Animated Comedy Film

By Lynn VenhausCharming and delightful, “That Christmas” is an animated comedy that will give you the warm-and -fuzzies without the too-sweet and unrealistic situations that... Details
The Rep, Stages Brightly Gift Wrap a Spirited ‘Million Dollar Quartet Christmas’

The Rep, Stages Brightly Gift Wrap a Spirited ‘Million Dollar Quartet Christmas’

By Lynn Venhaus Without skipping a beat, four iconic music legends continue a sentimental reunion in the cheery holiday show “Million Dollar Quartet Christmas,” which... Details
St Louis Film Critics Assn Announces Nominations for 2024 Awards

St Louis Film Critics Assn Announces Nominations for 2024 Awards

“Dune: Part Two” leads with 12 nominations, followed by “The Brutalist” with 9, “Wicked” and “Conclave” each with 8, “Nickel Boys” with 6, and “Sing... Details
Bewitching ‘Bell, Book and Candle’ a Sophisticated Retro Rom-Com

Bewitching ‘Bell, Book and Candle’ a Sophisticated Retro Rom-Com

By Lynn Venhaus A supernatural romantic comedy is a surprisingly delectable sweet treat this holiday season. (Who knew?) Stylish and witty, "Bell, Book & Candle"... Details
Take Ten With Will Bonfiglio

Take Ten With Will Bonfiglio

By Lynn Venhaus Will Bonfiglio, long a fixture in both ensemble pieces and one-man shows in the regional professional theater community, is back on stage... Details
Sightlines: ‘He Really Tied the Room Together’ – Remembering Tim Venhaus on his 40th Birthday

Sightlines: ‘He Really Tied the Room Together’ – Remembering Tim Venhaus on his 40th Birthday

Remembering the beautiful soul that was Tim Venhaus, and the joy he brought into our lives as a bright star lighting the darkness. Today, we... Details