Fascinating Rhythms, Expressive Vocals Give The Black Rep’s Splendid ‘Blues in the Night’ a Lush Life

Fascinating Rhythms, Expressive Vocals Give The Black Rep’s Splendid ‘Blues in the Night’ a Lush Life

By Lynn Venhaus A saucy, sultry and soulful trio of supremely talented women take us on their rocky road of hard-fought life lessons in a... Details
Take Ten with Eric Dean White

Take Ten with Eric Dean White

By Lynn Venhaus When you see actor Eric Dean White's name in a cast, you know that he will deliver an authentic performance. His latest... Details
The Black Rep Announces Cast and Crew for ‘Blues in the Night’ Sept. 4-22 to Kick Off Season 48

The Black Rep Announces Cast and Crew for ‘Blues in the Night’ Sept. 4-22 to Kick Off Season 48

The St. Louis Black Repertory Company announces the full cast and crew for Sheldon Epps’ BLUES IN THE NIGHT, directed by Founder and Producing Director... Details
The Black Rep’s Riveting Wilson ‘King Hedley II’ Packs a Powerful Punch

The Black Rep’s Riveting Wilson ‘King Hedley II’ Packs a Powerful Punch

By Lynn Venhaus Sins of the past collide with a volatile present in the intense gut-punch that is August Wilson’s “King Hedley II,” part of... 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
Brian McKinley New Director of Education at The Black Rep

Brian McKinley New Director of Education at The Black Rep

The St. Louis Black Repertory Company has named Brian McKinley as Director of Education and Community Programs. The actor, educator, and former intern assumes the... Details
The Black Rep and Pulitzer Arts Join Forces for Phoenix Rising Series

The Black Rep and Pulitzer Arts Join Forces for Phoenix Rising Series

Performance Series Featuring Two Weeks of Movement in Conversation with Landscape Presented by the Whitaker Foundation June 15-25 at the Pulitzer Two of St. Louis' top... Details
The Black Rep Presents ‘Eubie!’ Musical May 3-21 at The Edison

The Black Rep Presents ‘Eubie!’ Musical May 3-21 at The Edison

The St. Louis Black Repertory Company continues its 46th Anniversary Season with the musical revue EUBIE!, featuring music from the groundbreaking musician and composer Eubie... Details
The Black Rep and Stages St. Louis Tie with 7 Wins at St. Louis Theater Circle

The Black Rep and Stages St. Louis Tie with 7 Wins at St. Louis Theater Circle

By Lynn VenhausStages St. Louis' "In the Heights," a jubilant celebration of culture, community, and connection, won six awards, including Outstanding Musical Production, Music Director,... Details