Searing, Sobering ‘All My Sons’ Explores Tangled Family Secrets

Searing, Sobering ‘All My Sons’ Explores Tangled Family Secrets

By Lynn Venhaus Why does contemplating personal accountability and public responsibility remain a potent topic these days? Questions to ask ourselves, and the debate is... Details
Take Ten with Rebekah Scallet, Artistic Director of New Jewish Theatre

Take Ten with Rebekah Scallet, Artistic Director of New Jewish Theatre

By Lynn VenhausRebekah Scallet was eager for new horizons when she moved to St. Louis in 2020. However, a public health emergency upended her plans,... Details
Heart-Tugging Portrayals in NJT’s Awe-Inspiring ‘The Immigrant’

Heart-Tugging Portrayals in NJT’s Awe-Inspiring ‘The Immigrant’

By Lynn VenhausWhen Haskell Harelik, born Chatzkell Garehlik in Belarus, first steps off the boat in the port of Galveston, Texas, in 1909, actor Dustin... Details
Two Regional Premieres Highlight New Jewish Theatre’s 26th Season in ’24

Two Regional Premieres Highlight New Jewish Theatre’s 26th Season in ’24

The New Jewish Theatre is pleased to announce its 2024 season, which is also its 26th season of producing professional plays and musicals at the... Details
New Jewish Theatre Celebrates 25 Years of Productions on Sept. 10

New Jewish Theatre Celebrates 25 Years of Productions on Sept. 10

The New Jewish Theatre welcomes the community to celebrate its 25th season of telling universal stories through the lens of the Jewish experience. On September... Details
‘Gloria: A Life’ Keeps The Fires Burning With a Look Back and an Eye Forward

‘Gloria: A Life’ Keeps The Fires Burning With a Look Back and an Eye Forward

By Lynn Venhaus Relevant and empowering, New Jewish Theatre’s “Gloria: A Life” celebrates one of the most inspiring women in history with a knockout performance... Details
‘Gloria: A Life’ Comes to the New Jewish Theatre June 1-18

‘Gloria: A Life’ Comes to the New Jewish Theatre June 1-18

The New Jewish Theatre will perform Gloria: A Life at the Wool Studio Theatre from June 1 to June 18. Written by acclaimed playwright Emily Mann, with... Details
The Black Rep and Stages St. Louis Tie with 7 Wins at St. Louis Theater Circle

The Black Rep and Stages St. Louis Tie with 7 Wins at St. Louis Theater Circle

By Lynn VenhausStages St. Louis' "In the Heights," a jubilant celebration of culture, community, and connection, won six awards, including Outstanding Musical Production, Music Director,... Details
Simon, Bonfiglio, Steinem Highlight New Jewish Theatre Season 25

Simon, Bonfiglio, Steinem Highlight New Jewish Theatre Season 25

New Jewish Theatre Announces 2023 Season – Celebrating 25 Years! The New Jewish Theatre is pleased to announce its 2023 season, which is also its... Details
Rebekah Scallet Is New Artistic Director at New Jewish Theatre

Rebekah Scallet Is New Artistic Director at New Jewish Theatre

The J (St. Louis Community Center) is excited to welcome Rebekah Scallet as the New Jewish Theatre’s new artistic director. Scallet is excited to begin... Details