‘Death of a Unicorn’ Is A Horror Satire That’s Not Quite Sharp Enough

‘Death of a Unicorn’ Is A Horror Satire That’s Not Quite Sharp Enough

By Alex McPherson Coasting slightly above mediocrity thanks to delightfully unhinged performances from Will Poulter and Richard E. Grant, director Alex Scharfman’s “Death of a... Details
New Jewish Theatre’s Hard-Hitting, Heart-Wrenching ‘Cabaret’ More Relevant Than Ever

New Jewish Theatre’s Hard-Hitting, Heart-Wrenching ‘Cabaret’ More Relevant Than Ever

By Lynn Venhaus "There was a cabaret, and there was a master of ceremonies, and there was a city called Berlin, in a country called... Details
Soderbergh Delivers a First-Rate Spy Drama in ‘Black Bag’

Soderbergh Delivers a First-Rate Spy Drama in ‘Black Bag’

By Alex McPherson Efficient, well-acted, and sleek as hell, director Steven Soderbergh’s “Black Bag” is pure escapist fun, weaving a tale of messy interpersonal drama... Details
Dance St Louis Presents Dazzling Ballet Folklorico de Mexico Performance – Spanning Ancient Rituals to Ranchero Revelry

Dance St Louis Presents Dazzling Ballet Folklorico de Mexico Performance – Spanning Ancient Rituals to Ranchero Revelry

By CB Adams Dance St. Louis, one of the oldest dance presenters in the United States, has been a cornerstone of the St. Louis cultural... Details
Saint Louis Dance Theatre’s (RE)BUILD Captivates with an Emotional Journey in Four Parts

Saint Louis Dance Theatre’s (RE)BUILD Captivates with an Emotional Journey in Four Parts

By CB Adams With winter waning and March’s “in like a lion, out lamb” (or its inverse) in mind, thoughts turn to what spirit animal... Details
Crisp and Snappy ‘Some Like It Hot’ Dazzles with Dance, Vintage Charm

Crisp and Snappy ‘Some Like It Hot’ Dazzles with Dance, Vintage Charm

By Lynn Venhaus A crisp and snappy confection that has thoroughly modern moments wrapped in its old-fashioned big splashy musical format, “Some Like It Hot”... Details
Audience Has As Much Fun as the Cast in New Line’s ‘Rocky Horror Show’

Audience Has As Much Fun as the Cast in New Line’s ‘Rocky Horror Show’

By Lynn Venhaus Madness takes its toll, yes siree, so who needs fantasy to free you? If you are yearning for a time slip, step... Details
Winter Opera’s ‘Magic Flute’ Delivers Elegance, Humor and Timeless Charm

Winter Opera’s ‘Magic Flute’ Delivers Elegance, Humor and Timeless Charm

By CB Adams Mozart’s “The Magic Flute” balances fairy-tale whimsy with deeper allegory, and Winter Opera’s production embraces that duality with refreshing sincerity. Without gimmicks, forced interpretations... Details
Harrowing and Heroic ‘Last Breath’ Is Earnest True Story Thriller

Harrowing and Heroic ‘Last Breath’ Is Earnest True Story Thriller

By Lynn VenhausTrue-life everyday heroes and a harrowing realistic drama are a winning combination in the earnest ​s​urvival thriller “Last Breath.” Director Alex Parkinson made the... Details
A Bittersweet Slice-of-Life, ‘Coconut Cake’ Offers an Irresistible Ensemble at the Black Rep

A Bittersweet Slice-of-Life, ‘Coconut Cake’ Offers an Irresistible Ensemble at the Black Rep

By Lynn VenhausFour retired guys sitting around talking and drinking coffee at a Chicago McDonald’s is intriguing food for thought –a delectable slice-of-life scenario that... Details