A Spirited Romp Through ABBA’s Hits: ‘Mamma Mia!’ Returns to The Fox

A Spirited Romp Through ABBA’s Hits: ‘Mamma Mia!’ Returns to The Fox

By CB Adams You cannot really review the current touring production of “Mamma Mia!” that made a stop at The Fox February 13-18 without acknowledging... Details
‘Moby Dick’ Triumphs At The Rep with its Fiercely Brilliant Aesthetic

‘Moby Dick’ Triumphs At The Rep with its Fiercely Brilliant Aesthetic

By Lynn VenhausMesmerizingly crafted, “Moby Dick” is an astonishing triumph of sound and fury. Through its hybrid expressionist storytelling involving aerials, acrobatics, dance, visual artistry... Details
Take Ten with Amadeo Fusca

Take Ten with Amadeo Fusca

By Lynn Venhaus A career path that includes comedy, live theatrical performances and an upcoming Robert DeNiro film has taught Amadeo Fusca to be open... Details
Take Ten with Cameron Jamarr Davis

Take Ten with Cameron Jamarr Davis

By Lynn VenhausSeeking his own creative lane in St. Louis, multi-hyphenate Cameron Jamarr Davis is making some noise as founding artistic director of Soul Siren... Details
Stray Dog’s Engaging, Clever ‘The Mousetrap’ Warms A Winter’s Night

Stray Dog’s Engaging, Clever ‘The Mousetrap’ Warms A Winter’s Night

By Lynn VenhausA classic murder mystery always seems like a wise wintertime choice, and inside Tower Grove Abbey, a pair of novice innkeepers welcomes six... Details
Lynn’s Love of Theatre Annual Awards (LOTTIES) for A Meaningful 2023

Lynn’s Love of Theatre Annual Awards (LOTTIES) for A Meaningful 2023

By Lynn Venhaus It’s that down-to-the-wire time where I write about the year that was in local theater. It’s my annual opportunity to celebrate theater,... Details
The Black Rep Hosted Playwright Paul Webb for ‘Hold On!’ Premiere

The Black Rep Hosted Playwright Paul Webb for ‘Hold On!’ Premiere

By Lynn VenhausIn 1965, the conflict between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and President Lyndon Johnson regarding voting rights came to a head because of... Details
Powerful Ensemble Refreshes Equality Struggles with Urgency in ‘Hold On!’

Powerful Ensemble Refreshes Equality Struggles with Urgency in ‘Hold On!’

By Lynn Venhaus The movement is a rhythm to usFreedom is like religion to usJustice is juxtapositionin' usJustice for all just ain't specific enough --“Glory”... Details
Kimmie Kidd-Booker, Chris Moore to Emcee AFL’s Trivia Night Jan. 27

Kimmie Kidd-Booker, Chris Moore to Emcee AFL’s Trivia Night Jan. 27

Award-winning local performers Kimmie Kidd-Booker and Chris Moore will be the emcees for Arts For Life’s annual Trivia Night on Saturday, Jan. 27. Tables are... Details
‘Hamilton’ Returning to the Fox This Summer

‘Hamilton’ Returning to the Fox This Summer

The national tour of the Broadway musical HAMILTON will return to the Fabulous Fox Theatre as part of the 2024-2025 Broadway season, as announced Jan. 11 in... Details