Living Dead Enliven a New Line Original – ‘The Zombies of Penzance’

Living Dead Enliven a New Line Original – ‘The Zombies of Penzance’

By Lynn Venhaus Managing Editor Science Fiction, meet Musical Comedy, New Line Theatre-style, with a touch of Midnight Movie Madness. Artistic Director Scott Miller co-directs... Details
The Black Rep’s ‘Crowns’ Joyous Celebration of Culture, Traditions

The Black Rep’s ‘Crowns’ Joyous Celebration of Culture, Traditions

By Lynn Venhaus Managing Editor At its best, “Crowns” is a jubilant celebration of family, faith and traditions, and the Black Rep’s sharp ensemble radiates... Details
Cast Sparkles in Stages’ ‘Oklahoma!’

Cast Sparkles in Stages’ ‘Oklahoma!’

By Lynn Venhaus Managing Editor The game-changing musical “Oklahoma!” is celebrating its 75th anniversary, and Stages St. Louis has honored that legacy with a rollicking... Details
Razor-Sharp Humorist Robert Dubac is Flawless in ‘The Book of Moron’

Razor-Sharp Humorist Robert Dubac is Flawless in ‘The Book of Moron’

By Connie Bollinger Contributing Writer “The Book of Moron” is not to be confused with the Tony-winning Broadway musical “The Book of Mormon.” But both... Details
Strong Acting Complements Rich Voices in Stirring ‘Lost in the Stars’ Opera

Strong Acting Complements Rich Voices in Stirring ‘Lost in the Stars’ Opera

By Lynn Venhaus Managing Editor A compelling plea for compassion and understanding, Kurt Weill’s mighty “Lost in the Stars” will break your heart and uplift... Details
A Few Good Performances but Mostly ‘King Charles III’ is Royal Pain

A Few Good Performances but Mostly ‘King Charles III’ is Royal Pain

By Andrea Braun Contributing Writer “King Charles III” by Mike Bartlett is set in the indeterminate future when Elizabeth, Queen of England, has died and... Details
R-S Theatrics’ Stunning ‘The Light in the Piazza’ Glows

R-S Theatrics’ Stunning ‘The Light in the Piazza’ Glows

By Lynn Venhaus Managing Editor With its lush, unusual score and seductive setting, “The Light in the Piazza” is swoon-worthy in many aspects. Regarded as... Details
‘Meet Me in St. Louis’ Crystallizes Past, Present and Future at Muny

‘Meet Me in St. Louis’ Crystallizes Past, Present and Future at Muny

By Lynn Venhaus Managing Editor By wrapping up its Centennial Season with a sweet nostalgic slice of Americana, the Muny has tugged at our hearts... Details
Stray Dog’s ‘The Robber Bridegroom’ a Rootin’-Tootin’ Good Time

Stray Dog’s ‘The Robber Bridegroom’ a Rootin’-Tootin’ Good Time

By Lynn Venhaus Managing Editor For a rooting-tooting time at the theater, head yonder to the Tower Grove Abbey, where wacky hi-jinx are afoot in... Details
Union Avenue Opera’s Towering ‘Nabucco’ Flies on Golden Wings

Union Avenue Opera’s Towering ‘Nabucco’ Flies on Golden Wings

By Lynn Venhaus Managing Editor For the St. Louis premiere of Guiseppe Verdi’s Biblical epic “Nabucco,” Union Avenue Opera dreamed big. Not since tackling Wagner’s... Details