St. Louis Theatre Calendar for the week of May 12, 2025

What's on St. Louis theater and cabaret stages this coming week. Please leave a comment if anything was wrong or got left out

Act Two Theatre presents the comedy Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2 pm May 15 through 25. “Vanya and Sonia have spent their lives in quiet sacrifice, caring for their family’s farmhouse while their glamorous sister, Masha, basks in movie stardom. When Masha returns home with her much younger boyfriend, Spike, chaos erupts. Old wounds are reopened, futures are uncertain, and hilarity ensues, all under the ominous predictions of their quirky housekeeper, Cassandra. Throw in a surprise costume party, voodoo dolls, and a charming young actress named Nina, and you’ve got a riotous weekend of family drama and unexpected romance.” Performances take place at the St. Peters Cultural Center in St. Peters, MO. For more information: www.acttwotheatre.com.

The Alpha Players present the musical Sister Act May 16 through 25. “A feel-good musical comedy based on the hit 1992 film! When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in a convent. Disguised as a nun she finds herself at odds with the rigid lifestyle and an uptight Mother Superior. Using her disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community, but in doing so, blows her cover. Soon the murderous gang is giving chase but they are no match for Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood. Filled with powerful gospel music and outrageous dancing, Sister Act is a reason to rejoice!” Performances take place in the James J. Eagen Center in Florissant. For more information: www.alphaplayers.org/season.html.

The Black Rep presents Radio Golf by August Wilson May 14 through June 1 “The story of a real estate entrepreneur who is determined to become Pittsburgh's first black mayor, Radio Golf is August Wilson's 10th and final play in his American Century Cycle, covering 100 years of the Black experience in America. It is also the final work before Wilson's death in 2005. Set in the Hill District in the 1990s, Harmond and his business partner Roosevelt are golf enthusiasts with big plans for the neighborhood, and their future. But at what risk?” Performances take place at the Catherine B. Berges Theatre at COCA. For more information: www.theblackrep.org.

Tim Schall

The Blue Strawberry presents Sunday Standard Time with singer Tim Schall, pianist Joe Dreyer, and Willem Von Hombracht on bass on Sunday May 18, at 6 pm. “Join Tim, Joe and Willem in the lounge for a casual, classy Sunday evening of jazz standards, a little sophisticated pop and a dash of classic Broadway.”  The performance takes place in at The Blue Strawberry, 364 N. Boyle. For more information: bluestrawberrystl.com.

First Run Theatre Playwright’s Workshop presents a reading of The Dybbuk of Brooklyn by David Margolis on Monday, May 12, at 6:30 pm. “This is a comedy about a man, Morrie Goldfeld, who wakes up one morning to find a dybbuk (Jewish phantom) in the shower with him. The audience can see and hear Max, but none of the other characters in the play know he’s there. Max is a humorous but abrasive apparition, who talks with a thick Jewish accent, reminiscent of Mel Brooks in the Two Thousand Year Old Man.” The reading takes place at Square One Brewery and Distillery in Lafayette Square. For more information: firstruntheatre.org.

Kirkwood Theatre Guild presents musical A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder through May 18. “This is the knock-’em-dead, uproarious hit and the most-nominated show of the 2014 season with four Tony wins including Best Musical. When the low-born Monty Navarro finds out that he’s eighth in line for an earldom in the lofty D’Ysquith family, he figures his chances of outliving his predecessors are slight, so what’s a guy to do? Can he knock off his unsuspecting relatives without being caught and become the ninth Earl of Highhurst? And what of love? Because murder isn’t the only thing on Monty’s mind….” Performances take place at The Reim Theatre in the Kirkwood Community Center. For more information, ktg-onstage.org

KTK Productions presents Breaking Up Is Hard to Do Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2 pm, through May 18. “This jukebox musical set during Labor Day weekend in 1960, following two best friends, Lois and Marge, at Esther’s Paradise Resort in the Catskills, where Lois tries to cheer up Marge after her fiancé leaves her at the altar, leading to mistaken identities, misdirected love, and hijinks.” Performances take place at the Saint John the Baptist Gymnasium, 4200 Delor Street in south St. Louis. For more information: kurtainkall.org.

The cast of Scream, Echo. Scream

Metro Theatre Company presents the world premiere of St. Louis playwright Summer Baer’s Scream, Echo. Scream Wednesdays through Saturdays at 7:30 pm through May 24. “SCREAM, ECHO. SCREAM. follows four nymphs who gather every century in a hidden grove—a sacred space where time stands still. They honor the fallen spirits of their kind while confronting the impact of humanity's disregard of the planet. As they mourn and celebrate, they find their voices and channel them into a powerful reckoning with time, mortality, and identity. As their numbers dwindle and their lives reflect the state of the Earth, they are forced to ask: what will be left behind?.” Performances take place at Metro Theatre Company, 3311 Washington in Grand Center. For more information: www.eventbrite.com

The Theatre Guild of Webster Groves presents Lanford Wilson’s comedy The Hot L Baltimore Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 2 pm, through May 17. Performances take place at the Guild theatre at 517 Theatre Lane, at the corner of Newport and Summit in Webster Groves. For more information: www.webstergrovestheatreguild.com.

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The cast of Jacques Brel: The Impossible Dream

The Blue Strawberry presents Jacques Brel: The Impossible Dream, A Cabaret - Theater Show in French and English on Monday, May 5, at 7:00 pm. Designed and Directed by André Nerman, the show features André Nerman as Jacques Brel; Lucile, singer and actor; and Laurent Clergeau, piano, singer, actor. “Jacques Brel inspired an impassioned fan base in France and later around the world. He was the most popular and influential singer-songwriter in mid-century France, drawing massive crowds to his concerts. He often put down his guitar and sang unaccompanied, and sometimes acted his songs in spoken word. The theatrical nature of his concert performances inspired actor and singer André Nerman to put together this dazzling piece of cabaret theater.” The performance takes place in at The Blue Strawberry, 364 N. Boyle. For more information: bluestrawberrystl.com.

The Blue Strawberry presents singer Ben Jones in Temptation on Friday, May 9, at 7:30 pm. “Join award-winning vocalist Ben Jones and legendary pianist, composer and music director Ron Abel as they return to Blue Strawberry for an evening of side-splitting laughs and unbelievable music. Featuring the songs of Irving Berlin, Lesley Bricusse & Anthony Newley, Nat King Cole, Screamin' Jay Hawkins, Peggy Lee, Julie London, Nina Simone, Stephen Sondheim and more, Jones dazzles audiences with touching and hilarious renditions of your favorite songs of infatuation, obsession and temptation.” The performance takes place in at The Blue Strawberry, 364 N. Boyle. For more information: bluestrawberrystl.com.

The cast of the Sargent Conservatory
Senior Cabarets

The Blue Strawberry presents students from the Sargent Conservatory of Theatre Arts at Webster University performing their Senior Cabarets on Saturday, May 10, at 3:30 pm. The performances take place in at The Blue Strawberry, 364 N. Boyle and is also available as a live video stream. For more information: bluestrawberrystl.com.

Contraband Theatre presents acclaimed Ozark storyteller Ursa Miles in Ozark Phantasmagoria. “The Ozarks in the 1930s is a strange and mystical place. As new dams are built and towns plunged underwater, cryptids that once hid in the woods and the rivers are forced into contact with humans. When Sarah Jane's brother is taken, it is the hills that will be her revenge. A benefit production for Contraband Theatre, tickets are pay what you wish $0 - $30 with $15 suggested.” The performance take place at The Chapel, 6238 Alexander Drive in Clayton. For more information: www.contrabandtheatre.org.

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The Fabulous Fox presents Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations May 9 through 11. “Ain't Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations is the electrifying, smash-hit Broadway musical that follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. With their signature dance moves and silky-smooth harmonies, they rose to the top of the charts creating an amazing 42 Top Ten Hits with 14 reaching number one.” The Fabulous Fox is on North Grand in Grand Center. The Fabulous Fox is on North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: fabulousfox.com.

Kirkwood Theatre Guild presents musical A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder May 9 through 18. “This is the knock-’em-dead, uproarious hit and the most-nominated show of the 2014 season with four Tony wins including Best Musical. When the low-born Monty Navarro finds out that he’s eighth in line for an earldom in the lofty D’Ysquith family, he figures his chances of outliving his predecessors are slight, so what’s a guy to do? Can he knock off his unsuspecting relatives without being caught and become the ninth Earl of Highhurst? And what of love? Because murder isn’t the only thing on Monty’s mind….” Performances take place at The Reim Theatre in the Kirkwood Community Center. For more information, ktg-onstage.org

KTK Productions presents Breaking Up Is Hard to Do Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2 pm, May 9 through 18. “This jukebox musical set during Labor Day weekend in 1960, following two best friends, Lois and Marge, at Esther’s Paradise Resort in the Catskills, where Lois tries to cheer up Marge after her fiancé leaves her at the altar, leading to mistaken identities, misdirected love, and hijinks.” Performances take place at the Saint John the Baptist Gymnasium, 4200 Delor Street in south St. Louis. For more information: kurtainkall.org.

Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents Our Songs on Saturday, May 10, at 7:30 pm. “Join Opera Theatre for a celebration of music and storytelling with this annual free concert. Our Songs features a different guest curator every year, giving artists the opportunity to honor the voices and influences most important to them. From classical music to folk songs to contemporary harmonies, this is a night where every voice has a place, and all are welcome.” The free performance takes place at Third Baptist Church, 620 N. Grand in Grand Center. For more information: opera-stl.org.

Stray Dog Theatre’s Stray Pups Youth Theatre presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr. Fridays and Saturdays at 7 pm and Sundays at 2 pm, through May 11. “In a magical underwater kingdom, a young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home behind and live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince Prince Eric that she's the girl whose enchanting voice he's been seeking.” Performances take place at Tower Grove Abbey, 2336 Tennessee in Tower Grove East. For more information: www.straydogtheatre.org.

The Theatre Guild of Webster Groves presents Lanford Wilson’s comedy The Hot L Baltimore Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 2 pm, May 9 through 17.. Performances take place at the Guild theatre at 517 Theatre Lane, at the corner of Newport and Summit in Webster Groves. For more information: www.webstergrovestheatreguild.com.

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Meghan Kirk

The Blue Strawberry presents Once Upon a Song with singer Meghan Kirk and pianist/music director Ron McGowan on Sunday April 13 at 6 pm. “Step into a world of melody and memory as Meghan Kirk revisits the songs that have been part of her life for the last 20 years. Once Upon a Song is a musical time capsule, unearthing treasured tunes from the Great American Songbook to the timeless hits of the ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s.” The performance takes place in lounge at The Blue Strawberry, 364 N. Boyle. For more information: bluestrawberrystl.com

First Run Theatre presents its 22nd Annual Staged Reading Festival Saturday and Sunday, April 12 and 13. “Help us to choose our season of Mainstage productions. First Run will present four free staged readings of scripts under consideration for our July/August and November productions at the Kranzberg Black Box. Please join us for these readings and give us your feedback on them. Your opinions count for a lot in our decisions of what plays to produce.” The readings take place at The Chapel Sanctuary for the Arts, 6238 Alexander Drive. For more information: firstruntheatre.org

The Midnight Company presents This Will Be: The Spirit and Soul of Natalie Cole featuring Kimmie Kidd, Christina Yancy and Dereis Lambert on Friday at 7:30 pm, April 11 and 18. “Natalie Cole grew up privileged, the daughter of the former Maria Hawkins Ellington, a singer with the Duke Ellington Orchestra, and Nat King Cole, the superstar singer and jazz pianist. Growing up in Beverly Hills, Cole referred to her family as “the black Kennedys.” She was only 15 when her father died, and the shock and grief over his passing stayed with her and severely impacted her life. Her story will be told by a cast of 3. Kimmie Kidd will present the public Natalie, and then be the lead voice for most of the music. Christina Yancy will represent the private Natalie. And Dereis Lambert will be Nat King Cole, a force in Natalie’s life even after he was gone. Christina and Dereis will provide additional voices for the songs in the show.” The performances take place at The Blue Strawberry, 364 N. Boyle. For more information: bluestrawberrystl.com

Cabaret
Photo: Jon Gitchoff

New Jewish Theatre presents the musical Cabaret Thursdays at 7:30 pm, Saturdays at 4 and 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm through April 13. “In a Berlin nightclub, as the 1920s draw to a close, an intriguing Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. Cliff, a young American writer newly arrived in Berlin, is immediately taken with English singer Sally Bowles. Meanwhile, Fräulein Schneider, proprietor of Cliff and Sally’s boarding house, tentatively begins a romance with Herr Schultz, a mild-mannered fruit seller who happens to be Jewish. Daring, provocative and exuberantly entertaining, Cabaret explores the dark and heady life of Bohemian Berlin as Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich.  Winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Composer/Lyricist.” Performances take place at the SFC Performing Arts Center, 2 Millstone Campus Drive. For more information: jccstl.com

Sherwood
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The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis presents Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood through April 13. “Join the Merry Rebellion! Ken Ludwig’s Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood is a riotous romp through the enchanted forest, where Robin and his lively band of outlaws plot to outwit a greedy prince. Filled with daring escapades, mischievous humor, and a dash of romance, this timeless tale of justice and camaraderie is a swashbuckling adventure the whole family will cheer for!” Performances take on the main stage of the Loretto-Hilton Center on the Webster University campus. For more information: www.repstl.org.

St. Louis Actors' Studio (STLAS) presents With by Carter W. Lewis Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 pm and Sundays at 3 pm through April 20. “Clifford and Minnie devolve into a world of humorous, but ultimately heartbreaking minutiae as they navigate a blizzard, a dead son, a rat in the kitchen and worse; their enduring love fuels them through an obstacle course of each day’s events. We are quite fortunate to have Carter Lewis, who until recently was the playwright-in-residence at Washington University, living here in St. Louis. Two of Carter’s plays have been previously featured in our LaBute one-act festival and now we present his heart felt, full length play.” Performance take place at the Gaslight Theatre on North Boyle. For more information: stlas.org.

Rock of Ages
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Stray Dog Theatre presents the musical Rock of Ages Thursdays through Saturdays at 8, through April 26, with an additional performances at 2 pm on Sunday April 13. “Big bands, big egos, big guitar solos…and even bigger hair! Rock of Ages tells the story of a small-town girl, a city boy, and a rock ‘n’ roll romance on the Sunset Strip. But when the bar where rock reigns supreme is set to be demolished, it’s up to these wannabe stars and their band of friends to save the day. Get ready to rock all night to hits from the famous glam metal bands of the '80s. The musical features songs from Styx, Journey, Bon Jovi, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, Poison, Europe, and more.” Performances take place at Tower Grove Abbey, 2336 Tennessee in Tower Grove East. For more information: www.straydogtheatre.org

Take Two Productions presents the rock musical Rent throgh April 12. “Based loosely on Puccini's La Boheme, Jonathan Larson's Rent follows a year in the life of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York's Lower East Side, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. The physical and emotional complications of the disease pervade the lives of Roger, Mimi, Tom and Angel. Maureen deals with her chronic infidelity through performance art; her partner, Joanne, wonders if their relationship is worth the trouble. Benny has sold out his Bohemian ideals in exchange for a hefty income and is on the outs with his former friends. Mark, an aspiring filmmaker, feels like an outsider to life in general. How these young bohemians negotiate their dreams, loves and conflicts provides the narrative thread to this groundbreaking musical.” Performances take place in Johnson Hall at Third Baptist Church, 620 N. Grand in Grand Center. For more information: www.taketwoproductions.org.

Meet Me at Dawn

Upstream Theater presents Meet Me at Dawn by Zinnie Harris, April 13 through 27. “Two women wash up on a distant shore following a boating accident. Dazed by their experience, they look for a path home. But they discover that this unfamiliar land is not what it seems — and that, though they may be together, they have never been further apart. A deeply moving, lyrical meditation inspired by the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice.” Performances take place at The Marcelle in Grand Center. For more information: www.upstreamtheater.org.

West End Players Guild presents At the Wedding by Bryna Turner through April 13. “You are cordially invited to the best day of someone else’s life…But what if it’s also the worst day of yours?” Performances take place at the Union Avenue Christian Church, 733 Union in the Central West End. For more information: westendplayers.org.

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Albion Theatre Company presents The Beauty Queen of Leenane by Martin McDonagh March 14 through 30. “Set in the small town of Leenane, County Galway, Ireland, The Beauty Queen of Leenane tells the darkly comic tale of Maureen, a lonely woman in her early 40s, and Mag, her manipulative aging mother. Mag’s interference in Maureen’s first and possibly final chance of a loving relationship sets in motion a train of events that leads inexorably towards the play’s terrifying denouement.” 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 The Wash by Kelundra Smith March 12 through 30. “Ordinary women become working class heroes in this true story of the Atlanta 1881 Washerwomerl' Strike. America's first successful interracial organized labor strike. Tired if being overworked and underpaid, Black laundresses stage a strike just weeks before the International Cotton Expedition comes to town. The story gives us an intimate and often humorous peek at the women who fought for their rights and won. Presented as part of a National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere.” Performances take place at the Catherine B. Berges Theatre at COCA. For more information: www.theblackrep.org.

Who Killed Aunt Carloine?
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Clayton Community Theatre presents the mystery Who Killed Aunt Caroline?, Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2 pm through March 16. “Following the struggling Endicott family, a murder takes place in their residence; this raises questions about inheritance and the character of this not-so-innocent family and those they call ‘friends.’” Performances take place at the Washington University South Campus Theatre, 6501 Clayton Rd. For more information: www.placeseveryone.org.

Mean Girls
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The Fabulous Fox presents the musical Mean Girls Friday through Sunday, March 14 through 16. “Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. Soon, this naïve newbie falls prey to a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady devises a plan to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung.” The Fabulous Fox is on North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: fabulousfox.com.

First Run Theatre Playwright’s Workshop presents a reading of the one-act plays Inside Boone Smalley and The Pachyderm by Kenn Stillson on Monday, March 10, at 6:30 pm. “Inside Boone Smalley is an expressionistic comedy about a simple man living in the nightmarish purgatory of his family room in 1998. It's prom night, and his loud and overbearing wife and his hellion daughter engage in an epic battle before and after the arrival of the girl's prom date . The Pachyderm is an absurdist comedy that asks the question, ‘How does the majority of Americans simultaneously lose their collective minds and reelect a clownish fraud and convicted felon to become president of the most powerful country in the history of the world? They drink the Kool-Aid.’” The readings take place at Square One Brewery and Distillery in Lafayette Square. For more information: firstruntheatre.org.

Kirkwood Theatre Guild presents comedy Into the Breeches March 14 through 26. “WWII era. Oberon Playhouse’s director and leading men are off at war. Determined to press on, the director’s wife sets out to produce an all-female version of Shakespeare’s Henriad, assembling an increasingly unexpected team united in desire, if not actual theatre experience. Together they deliver a delightful celebration of collaboration and persistence when the show must go on!” Performances take place at the Strauss Black Box Theatre in the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center. For more information, ktg-onstage.org

The Rocky Horror Show
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New Line Theatre presents the rock musical The Rocky Horror Show through March 22. “As the Culture Wars continue to escalate, ROCKY HORROR is as relevant today as it was in the early Seventies, a brilliantly creepy, wickedly funny satire that spotlights Americans' frequent cultural freak-outs, all told in the language of 1930s horror-sci-fi movies, 1950s "physique" magazines, and 1970s punk rock. This glam-punk celebration of the mad variety of human sexuality and gender is particularly timely right now.” Performances take place at the Marcelle Theatre in Grand Center. For more information: www.newlinetheatre.com.

The Theatre Guild of Webster Groves presents Herb Gardner’s comedy A Thousand Clowns Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 2 pm through March 16. Performances take place at the Guild theatre at 517 Theatre Lane, at the corner of Newport and Summit in Webster Groves. For more information: www.webstergrovestheatreguild.com.

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The Alpha Players present The Sweet Delilah Swim Club February 28 through March 9. “Five women, whose friendships began years ago on their college swim team, set aside a long weekend every August to recharge. Free from husbands, kids, and jobs, they meet at the same beach cottage, the “Sweet Delilah” to catch up, laugh and stick their noses in each other’s lives. Join us as we visit with them on four of those weekends spanning 33 years and rediscover the importance of enduring friendships.” Performances take place in the James J. Eagen Center in Florissant. For more information: www.alphaplayers.org

Act Two Theatre presents the comedy Nana’s Naughty Knickers Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2 pm February 27 through March 9. “What happens when you mix a sweet grandmother with a saucy secret business? When Bridget moves in with her Nana for the summer, she expects quiet days in New York, but quickly discovers Nana is running an illegal boutique out of her apartment, selling risqué lingerie to seniors! With nosy neighbors, landlords, and the law looming, Bridget must help her quirky Nana keep the business afloat while trying to avoid eviction—or worse, arrest. Katherine DiSavino’s hilarious comedy delivers non-stop laughs in this zany tale of family, mischief, and a whole lot of naughty knickers.” Performances take place at the St. Peters Cultural Center in St. Peters, MO. For more information: www.acttwotheatre.com

Coconut Cake
Photo: Keshon Campbell

The Black Rep presents Coconut Cake by Mealdy Beaty through March 2. “Eddie Lee seeks companionship with his friends at the local McDonald's, swapping stories for advice over coffee and games of chess. But what happens when a mysterious woman comes to town, offering visitors a tantalizing coconut cake along with another big secret? Life takes a interesting turn for all of them.” Performances take place at the Edison Theatre on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.theblackrep.org.

The Fabulous Fox presents the musical Some Like It Hot opening on Tuesday, February 26 and running through March 9. “Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, SOME LIKE IT HOT is the “glorious, big, high-kicking” (Associated Press) story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. With gangsters hot on their heels, they catch a cross-country train for the life-chasing, life-changing trip of a lifetime.” The Fabulous Fox is on North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: fabulousfox.com.

"Just Coffee" from Spectrum 2025.
Photo: Sean Belt

First Run Theatre presents the Spectrum 2025 Short Play Festival, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm through March 2. The program consists of seven new one-act plays by local playwrights:Bell Bottom Boos by Rita Winters (St. Louis, MO),Girl and Goat by Dennis Fisher (Belleville, IL), Just Coffee by Marella Sands (St. Louis, MO), Points of Intersection by M.K. DeGenova (St. Genevieve, MO), Put Me In Coachby Stuart A. Day (Lawrence, KS), and Silver Lining and Stranger Than Fiction, both by Marjorie Williamson (St. Louis, MO). Performances take place at The Chapel, 6238 Alexander Drive in Clayton. For more information: firstruntheatre.org

KTK Productions presents Love Letters Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2 pm, February 28 through March 9. “A Pulitzer Prize finalist for Drama, A.R Gurney’s Love Letters is a two-hander drama comprised of letters exchanged between two friends over a lifetime. Andrew and Melissa, both born into wealth and position, begin their correspondence in childhood with birthday party thank-you notes. Their letters continue through their boarding school and college years while they are romantically attached and later through their individual marriages and careers. As the actors read the letters aloud, an evocative, touching, frequently funny, but always telling pair of character studies is revealed, where what is implied is as revealing and affecting as what is written down.” Performances take place at the Saint John the Baptist Gymnasium, 4200 Delor Street in south St. Louis. For more information: kurtainkall.org

New Line Theatre presents the rock musical The Rocky Horror Show, February 27 through March 22. “As the Culture Wars continue to escalate, ROCKY HORROR is as relevant today as it was in the early Seventies, a brilliantly creepy, wickedly funny satire that spotlights Americans' frequent cultural freak-outs, all told in the language of 1930s horror-sci-fi movies, 1950s "physique" magazines, and 1970s punk rock. This glam-punk celebration of the mad variety of human sexuality and gender is particularly timely right now.” Performances take place at the Marcelle Theatre in Grand Center. For more information: www.newlinetheatre.com.

Clyde's
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The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis presents Clyde’s by Lynn Nottage through March 7. “From two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage comes the Tony-nominated-play, Clyde’s. In a small run-down sandwich joint, ex-cons endure Clyde’s fiery critiques and a scorching kitchen. Yet, when a mystic chef throws down the gauntlet—craft the ultimate sandwich—the team ignites with newfound zeal. Fueled by this savory challenge, they transform their past into a recipe for triumphant fresh starts. Join this spirited culinary quest where second chances are as vibrant as the flavors sizzling in the pan!” Performances take on the main stage of the Loretto-Hilton Center on the Webster University campus. For more information: www.repstl.org.

St. Louis University Theatre presents Secret Order by Bob Clyman Thursday through Saturday at 7 pm, and Saturday and Sunday at 1 pm, February 27 through March 2. “A young, idealistic cellular biologist with a brilliant new idea for curing cancer is recruited from relative obscurity to a major cancer research institute by its charismatic director with the offer of his own lab and all the resources he will need to pursue that idea. As the pressure to show publishable results begins to build, his research suddenly hits a snag. He is faced with having to choose between full disclosure of the problem, which would jeopardize the funding he needs, and making the more expedient decision to bend the rules just a little, which will buy him enough additional time to solve the problem.” Performances take place in The Kranzberg Black Box Theatre, 501 N Grand in Grand Center. For more information: www.slu.edu.

The Washington University Theatre Department presents The Wolves Friday at 7:30 pm, Saturday at 2 and 7:30 pm, and Sunday at 2 pm, February 21 through March 2. “The Wolves, by Sarah DeLappe, is a 21st century coming-of-age tale. A finalist for the 2017 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, the play offers a glimpse into the lives of nine teenage girls who are teammates on an indoor soccer team. In a series of scenes depicting their pre-game warm-up routine, the girls engage in seemingly frivolous banter, but under the surface, they are vying for power, understanding, and acceptance as they figure out their place in a changing world.” Performances take place in the Edison Theatre on the Washington University Campus. For more information: https://pad.wustl.edu/events.

Webster Conservatory presents The Legend of Georgia McBride by Matthew López Friday at 7:30 pm, Saturday at 2 and 7:30 pm, and Sunday at 3 pm, February 28 through March 1. “He’s young, he’s broke, his landlord’s knocking at the door, and he’s just found out his wife is going to have a baby. To make matters even more desperate, Casey is fired from his gig as an Elvis impersonator in a run-down, small-town Florida bar. When the bar owner brings in a B-level drag show to replace his act, Casey finds that he has a whole lot to learn about show business — and himself.” Performances take place in the Emerson Studio Theatre at the Loretto-Hilton Center on the Webster University campus. For more information: www.webster.edu/conservatory.

Winter Opera presents Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte (The Magic Flute) Friday at 7:30 pm and Saturday at 2 pm, February 28 and March 2. “Embark on a fantastical adventure filled with wonder, humor, and timeless music in Mozart's enchanting opera, Die Zauberflöte (The Magic Flute)! Prince Tamino, guided by a magical flute, embarks on a quest to rescue the beautiful Pamina, stolen away by the mysterious Sarastro. Along the way, he encounters a cast of unforgettable characters: Papageno, a comical birdcatcher with his own desires, three wise Ladies, and a chilling Queen of the Night. This beloved opera is a delightful blend of fantasy and allegory, with trials to overcome, secrets to be revealed, and the power of love and reason to conquer all. ” Performances are in German with English supertitles and take place at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center, 201 E. Monroe in Kirkwood, MO. For more information: winteroperastl.org

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Coconut Cake
Photo: Keshon Campbell

The Black Rep presents Coconut Cake by Mealdy Beaty through March 2. “Eddie Lee seeks companionship with his friends at the local McDonald's, swapping stories for advice over coffee and games of chess. But what happens when a mysterious woman comes to town, offering visitors a tantalizing coconut cake along with another big secret? Life takes a interesting turn for all of them.” Performances take place at the Edison Theatre on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.theblackrep.org.

The Blue Strawberry presents Broadway, My Way starring Tony Award Winner Norbert Leo Butz on Wednesday at 9:30 pm and Thursday and Friday at 7:30 pm, February 19 - 21 . “In this special evening of story and song, Mr. Butz sings highlights from his storied three decades on Broadway. From his humble beginning as the 7th of 11 children (his first bed was a drawer!) to being one of only 9 actors to win a Tony Award twice for Best Actor in a Broadway Musical. Expect the unexpected in this singular evening of musical entertainment, by one of Broadway’s legendary leading men.” The performances take place in at The Blue Strawberry, 364 N. Boyle. For more information: bluestrawberrystl.com.

Circus Harmony presents Unbound! Saturdays and Sundays at 2 pm, through February 23. “An unfettered look at fairy tales featuring Circus Harmony youth circus troupe.” Performances take place at City Museum downtown. For more information: circusharmony.org.

Schucked
Photo: Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman

The Fabulous Fox presents the musical Schucked running through February 23. “SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious!” And nobody knows funny like economists. Featuring a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn (Tootsie), a score by the Grammy® Award–winning songwriting team of Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally (Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow”), and directed by Tony Award winner Jack O’Brien (Hairspray), this corn-fed, corn-bred American musical is sure to satisfy your appetite for great musical theater.” The Fabulous Fox is on North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: fabulousfox.com.

First Run Theatre presents the Spectrum 2025 Short Play Festival, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm, February 21 through March 2. The program consists of seven new one-act plays by local playwrights: Bell Bottom Boos by Rita Winters (St. Louis, MO), Girl and Goat by Dennis Fisher (Belleville, IL), Just Coffee by Marella Sands (St. Louis, MO), Points of Intersection by M.K. DeGenova (St. Genevieve, MO), Put Me In Coach by Stuart A. Day (Lawrence, KS), and Silver Lining and Stranger Than Fiction, both by Marjorie Williamson (St. Louis, MO). Performances take place at The Chapel, 6238 Alexander Drive in Clayton. For more information: https://firstruntheatre.org.

Clyde's
Photo: Jon Gitchoff

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis presents Clyde’s by Lynn Nottage through March 7. “From two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage comes the Tony-nominated-play, Clyde’s. In a small run-down sandwich joint, ex-cons endure Clyde’s fiery critiques and a scorching kitchen. Yet, when a mystic chef throws down the gauntlet—craft the ultimate sandwich—the team ignites with newfound zeal. Fueled by this savory challenge, they transform their past into a recipe for triumphant fresh starts. Join this spirited culinary quest where second chances are as vibrant as the flavors sizzling in the pan!” Performances take on the main stage of the Loretto-Hilton Center on the Webster University campus. For more information: www.repstl.org.

The Curious Savage
Photo: John Lamb

Stray Dog Theatre presents The Curious Savage by John Patrick Thursdays through Saturdays at 8, through February 22. “Ethel Savage’s husband left her $10-million, which she intends to give to anyone who wishes to pursue their “foolish dreams.” Her stepchildren strongly object, and to prevent her from ruining their legacy, they have her committed to a sanitarium. Much to her surprise, Mrs. Savage finds a new family filled with kindness, loyalty, and unconditional love as she befriends the gentle residents of her newfound home. A warm, hilarious comedy about who are the so-called “normal people” who live among us.” Performances take place at Tower Grove Abbey, 2336 Tennessee in Tower Grove East. For more information: www.straydogtheatre.org.

Long Day's Journey Into Night
Photo: Patrick Huber

St. Louis Actors' Studio (STLAS) presents Long Day’s Journey Into Night by Eugene O’Neill Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 pm and Sundays at 3 pm, through February 23. “Directed by our friend and Tony® award nominated Actor/Director Austin Pendleton, Long Day’s Journey Into Night is widely regarded as O’Neill’s magnum opus and one of the great American plays of the 20th century. It premiered in Sweden in February 1956 and then opened on Broadway in November 1956, winning the Tony Award for Best Play. O’Neill received the 1957 Pulitzer Prize for Drama posthumously for Long Day’s Journey Into Night. The work is openly autobiographical in nature. The “long day” in the title refers to the setting of the play, which takes place during one single day.” Performance take place at the Gaslight Theatre on North Boyle. For more information: stlas.org.

The Washington University Theatre Department presents The Wolves Friday at 7:30 pm, Saturday at 2 and 7:30 pm, and Sunday at 2 pm, February 21 through March 2. “The Wolves, by Sarah DeLappe, is a 21st century coming-of-age tale. A finalist for the 2017 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, the play offers a glimpse into the lives of nine teenage girls who are teammates on an indoor soccer team. In a series of scenes depicting their pre-game warm-up routine, the girls engage in seemingly frivolous banter, but under the surface, they are vying for power, understanding, and acceptance as they figure out their place in a changing world.” Performances take place in the Edison Theatre on the Washington University Campus. For more information: https://pad.wustl.edu/events.

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The Black Rep presents Coconut Cake by Mealdy Beaty February 5 through March 2. “Eddie Lee seeks companionship with his friends at the local McDonald's, swapping stories for advice over coffee and games of chess. But what happens when a mysterious woman comes to town, offering visitors a tantalizing coconut cake along with another big secret? Life takes a interesting turn for all of them.” Performances take place at the Edison Theatre on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.theblackrep.org.

Image courtesy of The Blue Strawberry

The Blue Strawberry presents Galentine’s Day with Maria Bartolotta: A Show For The Girlies, on Thursday, February 13, at 7:30 pm . “Join Maria Bartolotta as she celebrates the one area of her life she has no trouble with: The Girlies! “Girly” is not a gender binary - it’s a state of mind. This is a celebration of friendship, love and laughter for all! Whether you’re coming with your bestie, flying solo with style, or bringing your special someone - Maria will have you covered with music and laughs. If you’ve never considered yourself a “Girly” - we guarantee you will by the end of the show.” The performance takes place in at The Blue Strawberry, 364 N. Boyle. For more information: bluestrawberrystl.com.

Circus Harmony presents Unbound! Saturdays and Sundays at 2 pm, through February 23. “An unfettered look at fairy tales featuring Circus Harmony youth circus troupe.” Performances take place at City Museum downtown. For more information: circusharmony.org.

Schucked
Photo: Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman

The Fabulous Fox presents the musical Schucked opening on Tuesday, February 11 and running through February 23. “SHUCKED is the Tony Award®–winning musical comedy The Wall Street Journal calls “flat out hilarious!” And nobody knows funny like economists. Featuring a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn (Tootsie), a score by the Grammy® Award–winning songwriting team of Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally (Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow”), and directed by Tony Award winner Jack O’Brien (Hairspray), this corn-fed, corn-bred American musical is sure to satisfy your appetite for great musical theater.” The Fabulous Fox is on North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: fabulousfox.com.

First Run Theatre Playwright’s Workshop presents a reading of the new play Out of Life by Guy Selbert. “We see a “Challenged” person, a homeless individual on the corner talking to themself and shake our head in dismay. Does it ever occur to you that they just might not be? Talking to themselves that is.” The reading takes place at Square One Brewery and Distillery in Lafayette Square. For more information: firstruntheatre.org.

Clyde's
Photo: Jon Gitchoff

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis presents Clyde’s by Lynn Nottage February 6 – March 7. “From two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage comes the Tony-nominated-play, Clyde’s. In a small run-down sandwich joint, ex-cons endure Clyde’s fiery critiques and a scorching kitchen. Yet, when a mystic chef throws down the gauntlet—craft the ultimate sandwich—the team ignites with newfound zeal. Fueled by this savory challenge, they transform their past into a recipe for triumphant fresh starts. Join this spirited culinary quest where second chances are as vibrant as the flavors sizzling in the pan!” Performances take on the main stage of the Loretto-Hilton Center on the Webster University campus. For more information: www.repstl.org.

The Curious Savage
Photo: John Lamb

Stray Dog Theatre presents The Curious Savage by John Patrick Thursdays through Saturdays at 8, February 6 through 22, with additional performances at 2 pm on Sunday February 9 and 16. “Ethel Savage’s husband left her $10-million, which she intends to give to anyone who wishes to pursue their “foolish dreams.” Her stepchildren strongly object, and to prevent her from ruining their legacy, they have her committed to a sanitarium. Much to her surprise, Mrs. Savage finds a new family filled with kindness, loyalty, and unconditional love as she befriends the gentle residents of her newfound home. A warm, hilarious comedy about who are the so-called “normal people” who live among us.” Performances take place at Tower Grove Abbey, 2336 Tennessee in Tower Grove East. For more information: www.straydogtheatre.org.

St. Louis Actors' Studio (STLAS) presents Long Day’s Journey Into Night by Eugene O’Neill Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 pm and Sundays at 3 pm, February 7-23. “Directed by our friend and Tony® award nominated Actor/Director Austin Pendleton, Long Day’s Journey Into Night is widely regarded as O’Neill’s magnum opus and one of the great American plays of the 20th century. It premiered in Sweden in February 1956 and then opened on Broadway in November 1956, winning the Tony Award for Best Play. O’Neill received the 1957 Pulitzer Prize for Drama posthumously for Long Day’s Journey Into Night. The work is openly autobiographical in nature. The “long day” in the title refers to the setting of the play, which takes place during one single day.” Performance take place at the Gaslight Theatre on North Boyle. For more information: stlas.org.

West End Players Guild presents Constellations by Nick Payne, February 7 through 16. “Marianne and Roland meet at a party and go for a drink, or perhaps they don’t…Their choices send them off…and back together…” Performances take place at the Union Avenue Christian Church, 733 Union in the Central West End. For more information: westendplayers.org.

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The Black Rep presents Coconut Cake by Mealdy Beaty February 5 through March 2. “Eddie Lee seeks companionship with his friends at the local McDonald's, swapping stories for advice over coffee and games of chess. But what happens when a mysterious woman comes to town, offering visitors a tantalizing coconut cake along with another big secret? Life takes a interesting turn for all of them.” Performances take place at the Edison Theatre on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.theblackrep.org.

Circus Harmony presents Unbound! Saturdays and Sundays at 2 pm, through February 23. “An unfettered look at fairy tales featuring Circus Harmony youth circus troupe.” Performances take place at City Museum downtown. For more information: circusharmony.org.

Opera Theatre of St. Louis presents the New Works Collective Friday through Sunday, February 6 through 8 at 7:30 pm. “Experience the future of opera with three all-new 20-minute works! Last winter, more than 130 artists applied to create new operas with OTSL. Ultimately, just three multi-genre teams were selected by a panel of St. Louis artists, advocates, and community leaders. Now, those three teams are about to prove just how innovative, inclusive, and fun opera can be. These stories will whisk audiences from 1920s Harlem to the modern-day Supreme Court, and from the exuberance of drag ball culture to the empowerment of a young female inventor. Get ready for a night full of boundary-breaking surprises and joyful voices as we celebrate diverse cultures, stories, and the power of the human spirit!” The performances are sung in English with projected English supertitles and takes place at the Berges Theater at COCA in University City For more information: opera-stl.org.

Athena
Photo by Jon Gitchoff

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis presents  Athena by Grace Gardner through February 9 “Mary Wallace and Athena are brave, and seventeen, and fencers, and training for the Junior Olympics. They practice together, they compete against each other, they spend their lives together. They wish they were friends.” Performances take place in the Emerson Studio Theatre of the Loretto-Hilton Center on the Webster University campus. For more information: www.repstl.org.

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis presents Clyde’s by Lynn Nottage February 6 – March 7. “From two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage comes the Tony-nominated-play, Clyde’s. In a small run-down sandwich joint, ex-cons endure Clyde’s fiery critiques and a scorching kitchen. Yet, when a mystic chef throws down the gauntlet—craft the ultimate sandwich—the team ignites with newfound zeal. Fueled by this savory challenge, they transform their past into a recipe for triumphant fresh starts. Join this spirited culinary quest where second chances are as vibrant as the flavors sizzling in the pan!” Performances take on the main stage of the Loretto-Hilton Center on the Webster University campus. For more information: www.repstl.org.

Stray Dog Theatre presents The Curious Savage by John Patrick Thursdays through Saturdays at 8, February 6 through 22, with additional performances at 2 pm on Sunday February 9 and 16. “Ethel Savage’s husband left her $10-million, which she intends to give to anyone who wishes to pursue their “foolish dreams.” Her stepchildren strongly object, and to prevent her from ruining their legacy, they have her committed to a sanitarium. Much to her surprise, Mrs. Savage finds a new family filled with kindness, loyalty, and unconditional love as she befriends the gentle residents of her newfound home. A warm, hilarious comedy about who are the so-called “normal people” who live among us.” Performances take place at Tower Grove Abbey, 2336 Tennessee in Tower Grove East. For more information: www.straydogtheatre.org.

St. Louis Actors' Studio (STLAS) presents Long Day’s Journey Into Night by Eugene O’Neill Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 pm and Sundays at 3 pm, February 7-23. “Directed by our friend and Tony® award nominated Actor/Director Austin Pendleton, Long Day’s Journey Into Night is widely regarded as O’Neill’s magnum opus and one of the great American plays of the 20th century. It premiered in Sweden in February 1956 and then opened on Broadway in November 1956, winning the Tony Award for Best Play. O’Neill received the 1957 Pulitzer Prize for Drama posthumously for Long Day’s Journey Into Night. The work is openly autobiographical in nature. The “long day” in the title refers to the setting of the play, which takes place during one single day.” Performance take place at the Gaslight Theatre on North Boyle. For more information: stlas.org.

Pictures From a Revolution
Photo: ProPhotoSTL

Upstream Theater presents the US premiere of Pictures from a Revolution (Quadri di una rivoluzione) translated by Haun Saussy through February 7. “Three last resistance fighters of an unidentified revolution are living inside the walls of a stadium, while enemies lurk outside, watching and waiting. One of the men goes looking for food and winds up bringing a woman into their closed circle. Are they right to trust her? The ensuing scenes echo a series of famous paintings by Rembrandt, Matisse, Degas, and others, and highlight themes touched on in the dialogues of this deep and darkly comic piece.” Performances take place at The Marcelle in Grand Center. For more information: www.upstreamtheater.org.

West End Players Guild presents Constellations by Nick Payne, February 7 through 16. “Marianne and Roland meet at a party and go for a drink, or perhaps they don’t…Their choices send them off…and back together…” Performances take place at the Union Avenue Christian Church, 733 Union in the Central West End. For more information: westendplayers.org.

Looking for auditions and other artistic opportunities? Check out the St. Louis Auditions site.

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Tim Schall and Joe Dreyer

The Blue Strawberry presents Sunday Standard Time with singer Tim Schall, pianist Joe Dreyer, and Willem Von Hombracht on bass on Sunday February 2, at 6 pm. “Join Tim, Joe and Willem in the lounge for a casual, classy Sunday evening of jazz standards, a little sophisticated pop and a dash of classic Broadway.”  The performance takes place in at The Blue Strawberry, 364 N. Boyle. For more information: bluestrawberrystl.com

Chorus of Fools presents Double Take, two new one-act plays January 30 through February 1 at 7:30 pm and February 2 at 2 pm. The plays are The Pavement Kingdom: A Clinic Escort Play by Courtney Bailey and The Bigfoot Diaries by Eric Satterfield. Performances take place at The Greenfinch Theatre and Dive, 2525 S. Jefferson. For more information: www.chorusoffools.org.

Circus Harmony presents Unbound! Saturdays and Sundays at 2 pm, February 1-23. “An unfettered look at fairy tales featuring Circus Harmony youth circus troupe.” Performances take place at City Museum downtown. For more information: circusharmony.org.

Six: The Musical
Photo: Joan Marcus

The Fabulous Fox presents Six: The Musical running through February 2. “From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over!” The Fabulous Fox is on North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: fabulousfox.com. [See my interview on Chuck's Culure Channel]

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis presents  Athena by Grace Gardner through February 9 “Mary Wallace and Athena are brave, and seventeen, and fencers, and training for the Junior Olympics. They practice together, they compete against each other, they spend their lives together. They wish they were friends.” Performances take place in the Emerson Studio Theatre of the Loretto-Hilton Center on the Webster University campus. For more information: www.repstl.org.

Pictures From a Revolution
Photo: ProPhotoSTL

Upstream Theater presents the US premiere of Pictures from a Revolution (Quadri di una rivoluzione) translated by Haun Saussy through February 7. “Three last resistance fighters of an unidentified revolution are living inside the walls of a stadium, while enemies lurk outside, watching and waiting. One of the men goes looking for food and winds up bringing a woman into their closed circle. Are they right to trust her? The ensuing scenes echo a series of famous paintings by Rembrandt, Matisse, Degas, and others, and highlight themes touched on in the dialogues of this deep and darkly comic piece.” Performances take place at The Marcelle in Grand Center. For more information: www.upstreamtheater.org.

Looking for auditions and other artistic opportunities? Check out the St. Louis Auditions site.

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Chicken and Biscuits
Photo: Keshon Campbell

The Black Rep presents the comedy Chicken and Biscuits through January 26.  “Nothing is sacred in this laugh-out-loud comedy as rival sisters Beverly and Baneatta bring the drama to their father’s funeral….God rest his soul. But the side eyes aren’t just for each other. Beverly tries to keep a lid on her daughter’s curiosity while Baneatta has some attitude for her son and his Jewish boyfriend. In the middle of it all-a shocking family secret is revealed. Get ready to gasp and clutch your pearls” Performances take place at the Edison Theatre on the Washington University campus. For more information: www.theblackrep.org.

The Blue Strawberry presents singer/actress Laka in Whitney, a tribute to Whitney Houston, on Saturday, January 25, at 7:30 pm . “Laka traces Whitney Houston’s journey from the earliest Billboard #1 albums to her last chart toppers, with excursions to the deeper cuts and the popular soundtracks Bodyguard and Waiting to Exhale. Laka tells the artist’s story the way it happened - from peak to peak to peak, and the tragic descent.” The performance takes place in at The Blue Strawberry, 364 N. Boyle. For more information: bluestrawberrystl.com.

Six: The Musical
Photo: Joan Marcus

The Fabulous Fox presents Six: The Musical opening on Tuesday, January 21 and running through February 2. “From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over!” The Fabulous Fox is on North Grand in Grand Center. For more information: fabulousfox.com. [See my interview on Chuck's Culure Channel]

Kirkwood Theatre Guild presents the Yazmina Reza’s God of Carnage Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2 pm through through 25. “Present day. A playground altercation between eleven-year-old boys brings together two sets of Brooklyn parents for a meeting to resolve the matter. At first, diplomatic niceties are observed, but as the meeting progresses, and the rum flows, tensions emerge and the gloves come off, leaving the couples with more than just their liberal principles in tatters.” Performances take place at the Reim Theatre in the Kirkwood Community Center on South Geyer Road. For more information, ktg-onstage.org.

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis presents the Athena by Grace Gardner through February 9 “Mary Wallace and Athena are brave, and seventeen, and fencers, and training for the Junior Olympics. They practice together, they compete against each other, they spend their lives together. They wish they were friends.” Performances take place in the Emerson Studio Theatre of the Loretto-Hilton Center on the Webster University campus. For more information: www.repstl.org.

Upstream Theater presents the US premiere of Pictures from a Revolution (Quadri di una rivoluzione) translated by Haun Saussy, January 24 through February 7. “Three last resistance fighters of an unidentified revolution are living inside the walls of a stadium, while enemies lurk outside, watching and waiting. One of the men goes looking for food and winds up bringing a woman into their closed circle. Are they right to trust her? The ensuing scenes echo a series of famous paintings by Rembrandt, Matisse, Degas, and others, and highlight themes touched on in the dialogues of this deep and darkly comic piece.” Performances take place at The Marcelle in Grand Center. For more information: www.upstreamtheater.org.

Looking for auditions and other artistic opportunities? Check out the St. Louis Auditions site.

To get your event listed here, send an email to chuck at kdhx.org Your event information should be in text format (i.e. not part of a graphic), but feel free to include publicity stills.

Would you like to be on the radio? KDHX, 88.1 FM needs theatre reviewers. If you're 18 years or older, knowledgeable in this area, have practical theatre experience (acting, directing, writing, technical design, etc.), have good oral and written communications skills and would like to become one of our volunteer reviewers, send an email describing your experience and interests to chuck at kdhx.org. Please include a sample review of something you've seen recently.