The Rep’s Fresh Twist on ‘Emma’ is a Charming and Delightful Romp

The Rep’s Fresh Twist on ‘Emma’ is a Charming and Delightful Romp

By Lynn VenhausBristling with refreshing feminist energy, rom-com vibes, and clever wit, “Emma” bounds onto The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis’ well-appointed mainstage with verve.... Details
Brilliance Blazes Bright in ‘The Brothers Size’ at The Rep’s Studio

Brilliance Blazes Bright in ‘The Brothers Size’ at The Rep’s Studio

By Lynn Venhaus An extraordinary work of vision, power and poetry, “The Brothers Size” is one of The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis’s finest achievements... Details
Albion’s Mysterious ‘I Have Been Here Before’ Shrewdly Ponders Time

Albion’s Mysterious ‘I Have Been Here Before’ Shrewdly Ponders Time

By Lynn Venhaus Marked by twists, turns and a “Twilight Zone” flair, Albion Theatre Company’s latest whip-smart production “I Have Been Here Before” ponders the... Details
Savvy Performances Heighten Chorus of Fools’ ‘Elsinore’ Clever Prequel

Savvy Performances Heighten Chorus of Fools’ ‘Elsinore’ Clever Prequel

By Lynn Venhaus Laying the foundation for the palace intrigue in Shakespeare’s tragic “Hamlet,” the original play “Elsinore” is an interesting interpretation of those familiar... Details
Masterfully macabre ‘The Woman in Black’ Thrills in The Rep’s Staging

Masterfully macabre ‘The Woman in Black’ Thrills in The Rep’s Staging

By Lynn Venhaus With every door creak, candle flicker, wind moan, and eerie shadow glimpse, “The Woman in Black” immerses us in a haunting and... Details
Mendacity meets the mundane in Stray Dog’s razor-sharp ‘The Minutes’

Mendacity meets the mundane in Stray Dog’s razor-sharp ‘The Minutes’

By Lynn Venhaus “A hundred years from now, will anyone care?” And that line, asked by a small-town council member, is a double-edged sword in... Details
Feel the Joy of Making Music in Stages St. Louis’ Affectionate ‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical’

Feel the Joy of Making Music in Stages St. Louis’ Affectionate ‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical’

By Lynn Venhaus How legendary singer-songwriter Carole King found her voice is chronicled in the crowd-pleasing “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,” a remarkable life story... Details
Performers Dig Deep in Affecting, Heartfelt Work in NJT ‘The Wanderers’

Performers Dig Deep in Affecting, Heartfelt Work in NJT ‘The Wanderers’

By Lynn Venhaus What is the cost of truth? And how will you pay for your own truth if it’s at the expense of another... Details
SATE’s Homage ‘Classic Adventure Movie’ Celebrates Childhood

SATE’s Homage ‘Classic Adventure Movie’ Celebrates Childhood

By Lynn Venhaus Hey, you guys!!! Do you remember growing up? Did you ever act out a fantasy adventure with your pals? Did you watch... Details
The Black Rep’s ‘Raisin’ Is A Soulful, Expressive Musical That Defines a Moment in American Life

The Black Rep’s ‘Raisin’ Is A Soulful, Expressive Musical That Defines a Moment in American Life

By Lynn VenhausWhat happens to a dream deferred?Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun?Or fester like a sore—And then run? Does it stink like... Details