13th Annual St. Louis Teen Talent Competition Chooses 14 High School Acts for Final Event

13th Annual St. Louis Teen Talent Competition Chooses 14 High School Acts for Final Event

Bi-state area high school students compete for scholarships & prizes at a free family event at The Fabulous Fox on Saturday, April 8 On February... Details
Splendid ‘The Last Five Years’ from Tesseract Theatre Company

Splendid ‘The Last Five Years’ from Tesseract Theatre Company

By Lynn VenhausJason Robert Brown’s musical compositions are strenuous and so are two-character pieces, therefore, “The Last Five Years” was a daunting choice for the... Details
Chekhov’s ‘Uncle Vanya’ Is An Acting Showcase at St. Louis Actors’ Studio

Chekhov’s ‘Uncle Vanya’ Is An Acting Showcase at St. Louis Actors’ Studio

By Lynn Venhaus Ah, existential angst. Few acting roles are as consequential as the ones in Anton Chekhov’s “Uncle Vanya,” and few casts are up... Details
Performers Shine in WEPG’s charming Irish rom-com ‘Outside Mullingar’

Performers Shine in WEPG’s charming Irish rom-com ‘Outside Mullingar’

By Lynn VenhausKnown mostly in offbeat roles, versatile actors Colleen Backer and Jason Meyers are a dynamic duo in the irresistible romantic comedy “Outside Mullingar”... Details
MTC’s ‘Spells of the Sea’ Enchants in Uplifting World Premiere Musical

MTC’s ‘Spells of the Sea’ Enchants in Uplifting World Premiere Musical

By Lynn VenhausAn engaging cast and relatable story comes alive with joyful music in the world premiere of “Spells of the Sea.”This uplifting original musical... Details
Riveting Mind Games and Bravura Performances in Stray Dog’s ‘Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?’

Riveting Mind Games and Bravura Performances in Stray Dog’s ‘Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?’

By Lynn VenhausStray Dog Theatre goes for the gusto in a blistering, shattering “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” that features bravura performances and a fresh... Details
‘Feminine Energy’ Creates Vibrant Portrait of Relatable Women

‘Feminine Energy’ Creates Vibrant Portrait of Relatable Women

By Lynn VenhausMyah L. Gary has something to say – about female friendships, health woes and relationships. Her original play, “Feminine Energy,” celebrates the faith,... Details
St Louis Theater Circle Awards Announces Nominations for 2022

St Louis Theater Circle Awards Announces Nominations for 2022

ST. LOUIS THEATER CIRCLE AWARDS RETURN FOR IN-PERSON GALA APRIL 3, 2023 TO HONOR OUTSTANDING WORK IN LOCAL PROFESSIONAL THEATER IN 2022 The Muny leads... Details
Metro Theater Company Postpones ‘Spells of the Sea’ to Feb. 10

Metro Theater Company Postpones ‘Spells of the Sea’ to Feb. 10

Metro Theater Company presents the world premiere musical at the Grandel Theatre World premiere musical adventure originates at Metro Theater Company with anticipated off-Broadway transfer in Fall 2023 Metro... Details
Icon Deserves Better Than The Rep’s Miscast ‘Side by Side by Sondheim’

Icon Deserves Better Than The Rep’s Miscast ‘Side by Side by Sondheim’

By Lynn VenhausA poorly executed musical revue, “Side by Side by Sondheim” is miscast and misguided. The Repertory Theatre of St Louis’ production hasn’t jelled... Details