Opera Theatre’s The Marriage of Figaro Delivers Lust and Laughter
Epic, bombastic and filled with intrigue, Opera Theatre of St. Louis’ The Marriage of Figaro launches the company’s 44th season with a relentlessly entertaining production that delights in the absurd while laying the melodrama on thick. Composed by Mozart in 1786, this new production is directed by two-time Tony nominee and esteemed met Opera vet […]
Theatre Review: ‘Come From Away’ at The Fabulous Fox
Sometimes for significant moments in your life, you remember the events and people that surrounded them more than the actual moment. That’s the essential idea behind the new musical, Come From Away, which tells the true story of what transpired when 38 planes headed to the US were ordered to land unexpectedly in the small […]
Interview: Bryan Batt Talks Broadway, Mad Men, and Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis
Bryan Batt is an accomplished actor of television, film, and the stage. He is perhaps known best for his roles on Broadway and the character Sal on the AMC hit show Mad Men. Now the actor is trying something new, and something much more personal. Taking the influences of Tennessee Williams on his life, he […]
Interview: Marc Summers Talks Double Dare and Life After Nickelodeon
Growing up in the 90s, it was impossible to miss the phenomenon that was Nickelodeon. It was a network who knew exactly what kids wanted, and had a lineup that no other station could compete with. A huge part of that success was Double Dare – a game show where kids would compete in messy […]
Behind-the-Scenes at Cirque du Soleil ‘Corteo’ – Through Sunday at Chaifetz
The tagline of Cirque du Soleil’s latest tour, Corteo, is “Get carried away with life.” The word “corteo” means procession in Italian. Which is a fitting title for the show, which is about a clown named Mauro who has just passed away. However, his spirit is still among us and remembering all of the best parts […]
Patton Oswalt Coming to The Family Arena April 26! Enter to Win a Pair of Tickets!
You know him from film (Big Fan, Blade Trinity), television (The Goldbergs, MST3K, A.P. Bio), and his award-winning standup specials. Now see him live and in person at The Family Arena – Friday, April 26! A comedian, actor, and writer, Patton Oswalt continues to find success in all areas of entertainment. From his award-winning comedy […]
Theatre Review: ‘Waitress’ Performances Are Sweet As Pie, But Morals Are Debatable
Waitress is based on a 2007 film of the same name, written and directed by Adrienne Shelly. It’s a quirky, funny, and charming film that seems like an interesting choice for a musical adaptation. And the songs in the musical are really good, with the entire story translating surprisingly well to the stage. Yet the […]
Interview: Jill-Christine Wiley On Maria and ‘The Sound of Music’ Returning to St. Louis
The Sound of Music returns to St. Louis on March 30 at Stifel Theatre! Returning along with the show is Jill-Christine Wiley, who once again stars as the incredible Maria. “We love St. Louis, and we’re very excited to be coming back! It’s my second year, and it’s been such an exciting adventure, to say […]
Nick Offerman Coming to Stifel Theatre This November
Tickets go on sale Friday, March 22 at 10am. Nick Offerman (Parks and Recreation, Hearts Beat Loud) announced this morning that he will be touring the country with his new show, ALL RISE. The tour starts this July in Oklahoma, and will eventually take Offerman to St. Louis on Thursday, November 7 (7:30pm). PRE-SALE starts Tuesday, […]
Review: ‘Beautiful – The Carole King Musical’ is Inspirational and Entertaining Night of Theater
Now playing through March 17 at The Fabulous Fox. Carole King sold her first song at only 16 years old. Not only did she start writing songs at a young age, but many people may not even realize just how many hit songs she has written. The singer-songwriter was responsible for many chart-topping numbers of […]