New Line’s Fine Singers Aim Zingers in a Spirited ‘Urinetown’ That’s As Timely As Ever

New Line’s Fine Singers Aim Zingers in a Spirited ‘Urinetown’ That’s As Timely As Ever

By Lynn Venhaus Zeitgiest, meet “Urinetown.” In this Twilight Zone reality we seem to live in now in the 21st century, the subversive “Urinetown” the... Details
‘The Karate Kid – The Musical’ Wins Over Audience With Heart of Gold

‘The Karate Kid – The Musical’ Wins Over Audience With Heart of Gold

By Lynn VenhausA stand-up-and-cheer musical that makes the most of its moves and moments, “The Karate Kid The Musical” is a triumph for Stages St.... Details
Opera Theatre’s ‘Awakenings’ Is a Dream

Opera Theatre’s ‘Awakenings’ Is a Dream

By C.B. Adams I hold it true, whate'er befall;I feel it, when I sorrow most;'Tis better to have loved and lostThan never to have loved... Details
Stray Dog’s Brave, Fierce ‘The Normal Heart’ Is Not Just History, It’s Personal

Stray Dog’s Brave, Fierce ‘The Normal Heart’ Is Not Just History, It’s Personal

By Lynn VenhausAt once an urgent call to action, historical political drama, and heart-wrenching story of love and friendship, “The Normal Heart” captures a specific... Details
OTSL Offers a ‘Carmen’ as Motorcycle Mama with – Alas, the Same Tragic Ending

OTSL Offers a ‘Carmen’ as Motorcycle Mama with – Alas, the Same Tragic Ending

By CB Adams “Carmen” is no stranger to controversy. As far back as its premiere in 1875, audiences and reviewers were put off by the... Details
‘The Lion King’ Roars On at the Fox

‘The Lion King’ Roars On at the Fox

By CB Adams One of the key achievements of successful fast food chains is that no matter where you travel, an entrée tastes consistently the... Details
Tickets Available to AFL’s Best Performance Awards June 12

Tickets Available to AFL’s Best Performance Awards June 12

Don’t have tickets yet? Some seats remain for Arts For Life’s 22nd Best Performance Awards at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 12, which will honor... Details
Tesseract Theatre Company to Premiere Two New Plays in July

Tesseract Theatre Company to Premiere Two New Plays in July

The Tesseract Theatre Company is moving to the Marcelle Theatre with two new plays by local playwrights. The St. Louis premieres of "The Length of... Details
Opera Theatre of St. Louis Puts A Cerebral Trill On This ‘Magic Flute’

Opera Theatre of St. Louis Puts A Cerebral Trill On This ‘Magic Flute’

By C.B. Adams As Stage Director Omer Ben Seadia writes of “The Magic Flute” in this season’s gorgeously designed program for Opera Theatre of St.... Details
The Black Rep’s Lyrical ‘Jitney’ is Acting and Storytelling at Its Finest

The Black Rep’s Lyrical ‘Jitney’ is Acting and Storytelling at Its Finest

By Lynn Venhaus Bright before me the signs implore meTo help the needy and show them the wayHuman kindness is overflowingAnd I think it's going... Details