The LOTTIES — Lynn’s Love of Theater Awards for 2019

The LOTTIES — Lynn’s Love of Theater Awards for 2019

Or, Theater interrupted by life...or something like that. Awards and reflections on the year.By Lynn Venhaus Often times, the wise words of others are in... Details
Stages St. Louis Announces Naming of new Main Stage Theatre for Ross Family

Stages St. Louis Announces Naming of new Main Stage Theatre for Ross Family

STAGES St. Louis and the City of Kirkwood are thrilled to announce the naming of the Main Stage Theatre at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center... Details
Rap Artist Tef Poe to Star in The Black Rep’s “Spell #7”

Rap Artist Tef Poe to Star in The Black Rep’s “Spell #7”

“Spell # 7” will be The Black Rep debut of rap artist Tef Poe. Tef Poe has received numerous Hip-Hop awards for his work, and... Details
‘Songs for Nobodies’ Another Tour de Force for Debby Lennon

‘Songs for Nobodies’ Another Tour de Force for Debby Lennon

By Lynn Venhaus Wow. Just a WOW. Dynamic Debby Lennon has a beautifully trained voice that is spellbinding, and even better on stage when she... Details
‘Flanagan’s Wake’: A Raucous, Raunchy, Ribald Romp

‘Flanagan’s Wake’: A Raucous, Raunchy, Ribald Romp

By Connie BollingerContributing WriterFull disclosure: I ordinarily don't enjoy audience interactive productions However, "Flanagan's Wake," playing now through March 21 at the Playhouse at Westport... Details
Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis Seeks One-Acts for Playwriting Initiative

Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis Seeks One-Acts for Playwriting Initiative

The Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis invites playwrights to submit original one-act plays for our 2020 Playwriting Initiative. At least three winners will be chosen by... Details
Introducing PopLifeSTL

Introducing PopLifeSTL

Life it ain't real funkyUnless it's got that popDig itPop lifeEverybody needs a thrillPop lifeWe all got a space to fill-- Prince, "Pop Life" Welcome... Details
Surreal ‘Wildfire’ Sizzles with Terrific Trio’s Dive into the Weird and Wacky

Surreal ‘Wildfire’ Sizzles with Terrific Trio’s Dive into the Weird and Wacky

By Lynn Venhaus Every so often, an unusual play debuts in St. Louis that is such a delicious mix of sweet and salty, sharp and... Details
Original Musical ‘Madam’ Showcases Feisty Women

Original Musical ‘Madam’ Showcases Feisty Women

By Lynn Venhaus Ambitious and intriguing, “Madam” is a new musical full of promise and potential. Elevated by a charming cast of local performers, this... Details
New Places and Faces for Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis

New Places and Faces for Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis

The Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis has announced a move to The High Low in the Grand Center Arts District. Helene Estes The High Low... Details