The Muny’s Spirited ‘Bring It On’ Pops with Personality and Pizzazz

The Muny’s Spirited ‘Bring It On’ Pops with Personality and Pizzazz

By Lynn Venhaus A spirited Muny debut that is tailor-made for that grand stage, “Bring It On: The Musical” is a marvel of motion that... Details
Splendid Pairing Boosts Stages’ Silly Comic Mystery ‘Murder for Two’

Splendid Pairing Boosts Stages’ Silly Comic Mystery ‘Murder for Two’

By Lynn Venhaus With the physicality of silent film actors and the verbal dexterity of Abbott & Costello, a delightful duo cavorts with glee for... Details
New Line’s ‘Rent’ Strikes a Discordant Note with Some Tune, Tone Troubles

New Line’s ‘Rent’ Strikes a Discordant Note with Some Tune, Tone Troubles

By Lynn VenhausOne of the big-bang bursts in musical theater history, “Rent” is why transformative composer Jonathan Larson endures 30 years after his masterwork spoke... Details
Take Ten with Emily Baker

Take Ten with Emily Baker

By Lynn Venhaus Long admired as a versatile performer among the regional theater community, actress Emily Baker’s recent return to the stage has been met... Details
Honest, Earthy Performances Impress in Stray Dog’s Heartfelt ‘Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune’

Honest, Earthy Performances Impress in Stray Dog’s Heartfelt ‘Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune’

By Lynn Venhaus “Moonlight and love songs are never out of date” …”As Time Goes By” Stephen Peirick and Mara Bollini act their hearts out... Details
Six New Works Part of This Summer’s LaBute New Theater Festival

Six New Works Part of This Summer’s LaBute New Theater Festival

 St. Louis Actors' Studio (STLAS) is pleased to present the 11th Annual LaBute New Theater Festival celebrating new works by emerging professional playwrights July 11-27 at The Gaslight Theater.... Details
Lifetime Achievement Award Honoree Karen Mason to Perform at AFL Best Performance Awards June 29

Lifetime Achievement Award Honoree Karen Mason to Perform at AFL Best Performance Awards June 29

Tickets on sale now; Nancy Crouse to receive Lifetime Achievement Award too, and Ryan Cooper returns as host To celebrate 25 years of shining stars,... Details
Gritty, Gutsy and Glorious: An Unforgettable ‘Hamlet’ for Today

Gritty, Gutsy and Glorious: An Unforgettable ‘Hamlet’ for Today

By Lynn Venhaus An invigorating energy, combined with an intriguing neo-noir atmosphere, mark an unforgettable milestone production of William Shakespeare’s most famous work, “Hamlet” as... Details
Muny Hosts Tony Awards Watch Party on June 8 at Ballpark Village

Muny Hosts Tony Awards Watch Party on June 8 at Ballpark Village

Broadway meets community as The Muny, Greater St. Louis Inc., KMOV and Ballpark Village proudly announce a Tony Awards Watch Party on Sunday, June 8,... Details
New Jewish Theatre’s Bright and Funny ‘The Heidi Chronicles’ Engages with Vibrant Performances

New Jewish Theatre’s Bright and Funny ‘The Heidi Chronicles’ Engages with Vibrant Performances

By Lynn Venhaus OK, Boomers. Does “The Heidi Chronicles” retain its bittersweet ‘voice of a generation’ 37 years after its laudable premiere in 1988? Yes,... Details