Disney’s THE LION KING Roars at The Fox Theatre in St. Louis (Review)
It goes without saying, The Lion King is a fantastic musical. Based on the 1994 Disney animated film, the Broadway show opened in 1997 and won six Tony Awards, including: Best Musical, Direction (Julie Taymor), Choreography, Scenic Design, Costume Design, and Lighting Design. It holds the record for the 3rd longest-running show in Broadway history, […]
Concert Preview: Big shows hitting ‘The Lou’ in March
It’s a big month for St. Louis music fans. Shows for fans of all genres are hitting the area this month. Kicking things off this coming weekend will be New Edition at the Enterprise Center on March 11. Tickets are still available for the classic R&B group. The very next night, country music superstar Eric […]
Theatre Review: See RENT This Weekend at the Fabulous Fox
The 20th Anniversary Tour of RENT is back this weekend at The Fabulous Fox. Going on almost 25 years since the show’s debut in 1996, Jonathan Larson’s message is still as strong as it was back then – and perhaps more relevant than ever. RENT is a story of love, acceptance, loss, and celebrating the […]
Theatre Review: JERSEY BOYS at The Fabulous Fox – Oh, What a Night!
Some of the most fun musicals out there are jukebox musicals. You go to hear music that you love – while being entertained by a fun story that pieces all of the songs together. What I adore about Jersey Boys, the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, is that the musical lets the […]
Theatre Review: ‘Miss Saigon’ Delivers Powerhouse Production at The Fabulous Fox
Miss Saigon debuted in London in 1989, opening on Broadway two years later. It is an adaptation of Puccini’s opera Madame Butterfly (1898), moving from Japan to Saigon during the Vietnam War. It was the second hit from Claude-Michel Schönberg and Alain Boublil after Les Misérables. The show features music by Schönberg, and lyrics by […]
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: Sarah Bockel is Carol in ‘BEAUTIFUL – The Carole King Musical’
BEAUTIFUL – The Carole King Musical plays March 12 – 17 at the Fabulous Fox. The show follows Carole from the age of 16 – selling her first song and having a child with her husband and writing partner Gerry Goffin – to 29, when she performs her first show in front of a live […]
Theatre Review: ANASTASIA brings classic tale to life at The Fabulous Fox
Playing now through January 6 in St. Louis. If you’re looking for a terrific show to see this holiday season with the entire family, The Fabulous Fox has you covered. A timeless tale, packed with fantastic songs and performances, ANASTASIA The New Broadway Musical is truly a delight! The show is inspired by the true […]
Theatre Review: Incredible Production of ‘Les Misérables’ Wows Fabulous Fox
After two-and-a-half-years on Broadway, Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Les Misérables has made its way to The Fabulous Fox Theatre on tour. The Tony Award-winning show has never been better, with a tremendous cast and incredible new staging. You’ve never seen Les Miz like this, and you won’t want to miss it! The beloved musical, based […]
Concert Photos: Beck at Fox Theatre
Grammy-Award winning artist Beck stopped at The Fabulous Fox Theatre on Sunday, September 16 for a sold-out performance. The show drew rave reviews from many in the audience. All photos by Reema Shah.