St. Louis theatre calendar for the week of September 26, 2022

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Albion Theatre presents Tom Stoppard’s translation of Gérald Sibleyras’s Heroes through October 9. “Set in 1959 three French World War I veterans in a military convalescent hospital make a bid for one last moment of freedom.” Performances take place at the Kranzberg Arts Center 501 N. Grand in Grand Center. For more information: albiontheatrestl.org.

The Alpha Players present Ripcord by David Lindsay Abaire September 30 through October 9. “Have you ever had a roommate you couldn’t stand? A sunny room on an upper floor is prime real estate in the Bristol Place Senior Living Facility. When the cantankerous Abby is forced to share her quarters with new-arrival Marilyn, she has no choice but to get rid of the infuriatingly chipper woman by any means necessary. When Abby bets Marilyn she can make her angry and Marilyn bets Abby she can scare her, the sky is the limit on just how far each will go to “win” the room. The situation escalates into a comedic game of one-upmanship that reveals not just the tenacity of these worthy opponents, but also deeper truths that each would rather remain hidden.” Performances take place in the James J. Eagen Center in Florissant. For more information: www.alphaplayers.org

David Giuntoli

The Blue Strawberry presents David Giuntoli in Sinatra…the Man and His Music on Friday at 7:30 pm, September 30. “David Giuntoli returns to Blue Strawberry to sing the songs that made Frank Sinatra famous. Sinatra was born 107 years ago yet his musical stylings are as swinging and relevant today as they were when he was at his best."  Carol Schmidt is pianist and music director for the show with Ben Coan on bass, Mike Whalen on guitar, Savannah Hess on flute and special guest Ken Haller. The Blue Strawberry is at 364 N. Boyle. The show is also available via a live video stream. For more information: bluestrawberrystl.com.

ERA Theatre presents the radio play SHE by Nancy Bell with music by Joe Taylor and Lyrics by Nancy Bell via on-demand streaming  "SHE controls the radio station of the fascist regime in power. SHE's also the star of the broadcast. Her recording studio abounds with music and oysters. But in the nearby government camps full of misfits and would-be revolutionaries, only torture and starvation is thick on the ground. Tonight, however, SHE's realm feels different. The bombs sound closer. Time moves faster. But SHE will finish her radio show, and it will be her finest. If executing every number in the broadcast means some people need to die, so be it; it is a small sacrifice. The citizens need her and she will not let them down." SHE is available on most major platforms including Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Music, YouTube, and BandCamp. For more information: www.eratheatre.org

Ain't Too Proud
Photo: Emilio Madrid

The Fabulous Fox presents the musical Ain’t Too Proud, the Life and Times of the Temptations through October 2. “AIN'T TOO PROUD – The Life and Times of The Temptations is the electrifying new smash-hit Broadway musical that follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Nominated for 12 Tony® Awards and the winner of the 2019 Tony Award for Best Choreography, it’s a thrilling story of brotherhood, family, loyalty, and betrayal during a decade of civil unrest in America. Set to the beat of the group’s treasured hits, including “My Girl,” “Just My Imagination,” “Get Ready,” and “Papa Was a Rolling Stone,” Ain’t Too Proud tells the unforgettable story of the legendary quintet that Billboard Magazine named the greatest R&B group of all time.” The Fabulous Fox is on North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: www.fabulousfox.com.

The Lemp Mansion Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre and Jest Mysteries present Dead Like Me through October 29th. "Death is in the air as guests join Marilyn Monroe, Babe Ruth, Juliet and her Romeo, Nixon and other grizzly ghouls as they emerge from the Land of The Dead for the annual Brotherhood of Obituary Occupants Union Meeting (That’s BOO for short). Be sure to leave your pulse at home because everyone at this party is dead... even you! There are lots of shadowy characters at this fun, interactive murder mystery but none are as sneaky as P.T. Barnum himself. He’s always got some devious slimy trick up his translucent sleeves. Gee, hope nothing happens to him! But just in case it does... will you figure out who-dun-it? Or will all waggling fingers be pointing at you?"  The Lemp Mansion is at 3322 DeMenil Place in south city. For more information: www.lempmansion.com

Something Rotten
Photo: Jill Ritter Lindberg

New Line Theatre presents the musical Something Rotten Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 pm through October 15 “It's 1595, and brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but they're stuck in the shadow of the Renaissance rock star Will Shakespeare. When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting, all at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. This smart, subversive musical comedy mashes up the crass commercialism of today’s Hollywood with the people and plays of Shakespeare’s London, to ask fascinating, funny questions about commercial success, popular success, artistic success, and personal success. And beneath the rapid-fire Shakespeare jokes, the show comically deconstructs itself and musical theatre as an art form, exploring what makes musicals tick and why we love them. The show was nominated for ten Tonys, nine Drama Desk Awards, and twelve Outer Critics Circle Awards.” .  Performances take place at the Marcelle Theatre in Grand Center.For more information: http://www.newlinetheatre.com.

Prism Theatre Company presents Emerging Artists: Festival of New Works through October 1. "Prism Theatre Company's second annual Festival of New Works will focus on spotlighting the work of local emerging playwrights and artists, will feature staged readings of 6 new plays over the course of 2 weekends. Performed by a diverse cast of local actors, this festival will allow the featured playwrights the opportunity to further develop their work and receive audience feedback. We cannot wait to share these incredible, fresh stories with you! Each evening, there will be talkbacks with the playwrights, actors, directors, and artistic team at Prism so that the audiences can give their feedback to the playwrights and learn more about the process.”Performances take place at the High Low Café in Grand Center. For more information: https://www.prismtheatrecompany.org.

R-S Theatrics presents While the Ghostlight Burns, a virtual discussion series featuring R-S Artistic Director Sarah Lynne Holt in conversation with St. Louis theatre artists, Mondays at 7 pm.  Conversations will be archived at the R-S Theatrics YouTube channel. For more information: r-stheatrics.com/while-the-ghostlight-burns.html

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis presents Private Lives by Noël Coward September 30 through October 23. “Sparks fly in Noël Coward’s witty and sophisticated romantic comedy of manners, featuring the unexpected and tumultuous collision of two former lovers.” Performances take place on the Berges Mainstage Theatre at COCA in University City. For more information: https://www.repstl.org/events/detail/private-lives

St. Louis Shakespeare presents Shakespeare’s comedy As You Like It Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm through October 2. “This pastoral comedy features Rosalind and her cousin Celia, who find safety and love in the Forest of Arden.” Performances take place at The Reim Theatre at 111 S. Geyer Road. in Kirkwood Park. For more information: www.stlshakespeare.org.

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For information on events beyond this week, check out the searchable database at the Regional Arts Commission's Events Calendar.

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