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Woman in
Mind
Photo: John Lamb |
Albion Theatre Company presents
Woman in Mind
(December Bee) by Alan Ayckbourn through June 23.
“Susan, a housewife who is married to a rather boring cleric, is
knocked out by a garden rake. She experiences hallucinations,
imagining an ideal family, in contrast to her tedious, oppressive
real life. However, things begin to spiral out of control and
become a nightmare. Ayckbourn again shows his mastery of
combining tremendous humor with poignancy as relationships
collapse.” Performances take place in the Black Box Theatre at the
Kranzberg Center, 501 N. Grand in Grand Center. For more
information:
albiontheatrestl.org.
The Black Rep presents August Wilson’s
King Hedley II
opening on Wednesday, June 19, and running through July
14. “Peddling stolen refrigerators hoping to open a video
store one day, King Hedley, an ex-con, toils with self-worth.
Getting, spending, killing, and dying in a world where getting is
hard and killing is commonplace are threads woven into this 1980s
installment in the author’s renowned cycle of plays about the Black
experience in America. Drawing on characters established in “Seven
Guitars,” “King Hedley II” shows how shadows of the past can darken
the present as King seeks retribution for his mother’s lies.”
Performances take place at the Edison Theatre on the Washington
University campus. For more information:
www.theblackrep.org.
Circus Flora presents
Marooned through
June 23. “Inspired by the allure and mystery of a deserted
island, “Marooned!” transports audiences into a world of adventure,
discovery, and enchantment. Witness the resilience and ingenuity of
our world-class acrobats and other circus performers as they
navigate the challenges of the unknown, bringing to life a tale of
survival, camaraderie, and the enduring spirit of the human heart.
Will our circus castaways survive? Join us to find out!”
Performances take place at The Big Top on Washington next to Powell
Hall in Grand Center. For more information:
circusflora.org.
The Muny presents
Les Misérables June 17 - 23
at 8:15 pm. “The epic Les Misérables, based on Victor Hugo’s
1862 novel, returns to The Muny to make history once again. Set
against the backdrop of post-Revolutionary France, this celebrated
mega-musical follows the journey of Jean Valjean, an ex-convict
seeking a fresh start, and his relentless pursuer, Javert. Its
powerful songs and thrilling story of love, passion, sacrifice and
redemption have been beloved the world over for generations.”
Performances take place on the Muny's outdoor stage in Forest Park.
For more information:
muny.org.
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Dracula
Photo: Jill Ritter Lindberg |
New Line Theatre presents the musical
Dracula,
based on the book by Bram Stoker with music and lyrics by Frank
Wildhorn, through June 22. “Broadway songwriter Frank Wildhorn (
Bonnie
&
Clyde,
Wonderland,
Jekyll & Hyde) delivers
his most epic score for this riveting, fast-paced, Gothic rock
opera, faithful to the iconic novel but with some unexpected twists
and turns. As much a tragic love story as a thriller, this
terrifying and passionate retelling of the famous story dives deep
into the powerful, shattering emotions of these characters and these
complicated relationships, as only musical theatre can. For Dracula,
Wildhorn reunites with his Bonnie & Clyde lyricist Don Black,
for one of the wildest and most emotional rides you’ve had in the
theatre in a long time.” Performances take place at the Marcelle
Theatre in Grand Center. For more information:
https://www.newlinetheatre.com.
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The
Barber of Seville
Photo: Eric Woolsey |
Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents Rossini’s
The
Barber of Seville through June 29. “Take a romp through
a world of high notes, hijinks, and hair-raising escapades with
Rossini’s comedic masterpiece. The razor-sharp barber Figaro may be
a master mischief-maker, but his favorite role is that of
matchmaker. When he meets Count Almaviva, a dashing but naïve young
nobleman, he promises to help Almaviva win the heart of the
beautiful Rosina. A comedy of mistaken identities, cunning
disguises, and laugh-out-loud antics ensues as the love-struck
Almaviva attempts to outwit Rosina’s guardian.” Performances are
sung in English with projected English supertitles and take place at
the Loretto-Hilton Center on the Webster University Campus. Run time
is approximately two hours and 40 minutes including intermission.
For more information:
opera-stl.org.
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La
Bohème
Photo: Eric Woolsey |
Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents Puccini’s
La
Bohème through June 30. “Ignite your senses and
surrender to the intoxicating allure of young love. Set against the
backdrop of Paris, a group of bohemian artists find solace and
comradery in their shared dreams. In their frosty attic, a chance
encounter ignites a romance between the seamstress Mimì and the poet
Rodolfo. Their love flourishes in winter’s chill…yet as winter gives
way to spring, the realities of the world begin to cast a shadow
over their idyllic affair. In the face of adversity, Mimì and
Rodolfo must confront the painful truth that like the seasons, some
love affairs must come to an end.” Performances are sung in English
with projected English supertitles and take place at the
Loretto-Hilton Center on the Webster University Campus. Run time is
approximately two hours and 30 minutes including intermission.
For more information:
opera-stl.org.
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Galileo Galilei
Photo: Eric Woolsey |
Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents Philip Glass’s
Galileo
Galilei through June 29. “Discover the captivating story of one of
the greatest — and most courageous — scientists in history.
Galileo’s unwavering dedication to the pursuit of knowledge paved
the way for groundbreaking scientific advancements, but also caused
fierce conflicts with the Church he loved. This opera shines a light
on Galileo’s steadfast spirit and reminds us of the enduring
importance of intellectual curiosity. Today, Galileo’s story
resonates more than ever, urging us to reevaluate our own beliefs,
challenge the status quo, and stand firm in our convictions, no
matter the consequences.” Performances are sung in English with
projected English supertitles and take place at the Loretto-Hilton
Center on the Webster University Campus. Run time is approximately
one hour and 45 minutes with no intermission. For more information:
opera-stl.org.
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Julius
Caesar
Photo: Eric Woolsey |
Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents Handel’s
Julius
Caesar running through June 28. “Who said that passion
and politics make for poor bedfellows? Experience Handel’s
captivating love story of Julius Caesar and Cleopatra, whose
audacious affair rewrote the course of history. As sparks fly
between these two rulers, love becomes a battlefield, and the most
important conquest is that of the heart. But with pretenders to the
throne lurking on all sides, desire can sometimes be a double-sided
weapon.” Run time is approximately two hours and 50 minutes Performances are sung in English with projected English
supertitles and take place at the Loretto-Hilton Center on the
Webster University Campus. For more information:
opera-stl.org.
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Steel
Magnolias
Photo: Phillip Hamer |
Stages St. Louis presents the comedy
Steel Magnolias
through June 30. “Take a trip south to the town of Chinquapin,
Louisiana and join the ladies at Truvy’s Salon in Steel Magnolias.
Here anyone who’s anyone not only comes to get their hair cut and
styled, but also leaves with free advice…whether asked for or not.
Along with her eager assistant Annelle, Truvy pampers a collection
of clients with both style and gossip: M’Lynn and her
soon-to-be-married daughter Shelby, the wisecracking and crotchety
Ouiser, and the well-to-do Clairee. Together these touching,
heartfelt, outspoken, and hilarious ladies forge friendships as
strong as steel that help them through both the good times and the
bad.” Performances take place at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
in Kirkwood, MO. For more information:
stagesstlouis.org.
St. Louis Shakespeare’s Magic Smoking Monkey Theatre presents
Titanic On Ice: The Musical! June 21-29. “Imagine the
grandeur of the Titanic, now with 100% more ice skates* and 200%
more laughs. Our story sails through the familiar tale of Jack,
Rose, and a rather inconvenient iceberg, but with a twist only the
Monkeys could concoct. This musical extravaganza is packed with
wildly reimagined characters, toe-tapping tunes that parody classic
hits, and, of course, a liberal dose of Monkey-style humor. *The
appearance of 'ice skates' in our show is entirely subject to
whether management approves our grand plan to flood and freeze the
stage.” Performances take place at Lift for Life Academy High
School, 1731 S. Broadway. For more information:
www.stlshakespeare.org.
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As You
Like It
Photo: Phillip Hamer |
St. Louis Shakespeare Festival presents the comedy
As
You Like It Tuesdays through Sundays at 8 pm through
June 23. “In this spontaneous romp, the brilliant and resourceful
heroine, Rosalind, and her friends, exiled from the confines of city
life to the Forest of Arden, are free to explore new identities,
friendships, and (of course) love. Nancy Bell’s production is
romantic, lusty, funny and full of heart and longing for a sweeter
life. Featuring live music and new songs from St. Louis indie
singer-songwriter Beth Bombara, with a lavish gilded age setting.”
Performances take place nightly at 8 pm except for Mondays at
Shakespeare Glenn next to the Art Museum in Forest Park. For more
information:
stlshakes.org.
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Ripcord
Photo: John Lamb |
Stray Dog Theatre presents David Lindsay-Abaire’s comedy
Ripcord
Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 through June 22, with an additional
performance at 2 pm on Sunday June 16. “The Golden Girls meets The
Odd Couple in this madcap comedy. When cantankerous Abby is forced
to share her room in a retirement home with endlessly chipper
Marilyn, a feud between the mismatched roommates results in a bet to
determine who stays and who goes. Seemingly harmless at first, the
two women quickly escalate into dangerous games of one-upmanship.”
Performances take place at Tower Grove Abbey, 2336 Tennessee in
Tower Grove East. For more information:
www.straydogtheatre.org
Looking for auditions and other artistic opportunities? Check out
the
St.
Louis Auditions site.
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