‘The Little Mermaid’ Is An Above Average Remake That’s Not All Smooth Sailing

‘The Little Mermaid’ Is An Above Average Remake That’s Not All Smooth Sailing

By Alex McPherson Elevated by a magnetic performance from Halle Bailey, director Rob Marshall’s “The Little Mermaid” neither wows nor underwhelms — a film that’s... Details
One-Man Show ‘Leonard Pelkey’ Delves into Intolerance and An Indomitable Spirit

One-Man Show ‘Leonard Pelkey’ Delves into Intolerance and An Indomitable Spirit

By Lynn VenhausAs we head into Pride Month, “The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey” couldn’t be timelier, especially in this unfortunate age of intolerance. This... Details
Explosive Action and Mega-Momoa Mark the Logic-Free ‘Fast X’

Explosive Action and Mega-Momoa Mark the Logic-Free ‘Fast X’

By Lynn VenhausThe turbo-charged “Fast X,” aka “Fast Ten,” the latest entry of the 22-year-old “Fast and Furious” saga, continues to defy logic and physics... Details
Subscription Tickets On Sale May 16 for Sheldon’s 2023-2024 Season

Subscription Tickets On Sale May 16 for Sheldon’s 2023-2024 Season

Line-Up Includes Rising Stars and Returning Favorites, Plus New Partnership with St. Louis Symphony -  ST. LOUIS, MO – New subscription tickets for The Sheldon’s exciting 2023-2024... Details
Cinema St. Louis celebrates Wes Anderson with Wes-Fest, screens six

Cinema St. Louis celebrates Wes Anderson with Wes-Fest, screens six

Venue: Hi-Pointe Theatre, 1005 McCausland Ave. 63117 Tickets: Tickets are $12 for general admission; $10 for students and Cinema St. Louis members. Advance tickets can be purchased... Details
With Vim and Vigor, The Black Rep Celebrates Eubie Blake in Stellar Musical Revue

With Vim and Vigor, The Black Rep Celebrates Eubie Blake in Stellar Musical Revue

By Lynn VenhausGuaranteed to put a spring in your step and a song in your heart, “Eubie!” is a sparkling and joyous tribute to one... Details
‘Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie’ Is Candid Look At Actor’s Life Challenges

‘Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie’ Is Candid Look At Actor’s Life Challenges

By Lynn Venhaus A heartbreaking documentary told with warmth and humor, "Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie" pulls no punches.  This unvarnished look at the... Details
‘BlackBerry’ Cast Stuns in Surprisingly Moving Smartphone Story

‘BlackBerry’ Cast Stuns in Surprisingly Moving Smartphone Story

By Alex McPherson  A darkly comedic story of game-changing technology and capitalism’s fateful hand, director Matt Johnson’s “BlackBerry” is a sublimely well-acted, bittersweet film that’s... Details
Performers Enliven Esoteric, Mystical Reworking of ‘Carmen’ as Dance Film

Performers Enliven Esoteric, Mystical Reworking of ‘Carmen’ as Dance Film

By Lynn VenhausA bizarre and strange reimagining of Georges Bizet’s 1875 opera “Carmen,” this experimental film is also oddly compelling. That’s because of the chemistry... Details
Fox Presents Supercharged 50th Anniversary ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’

Fox Presents Supercharged 50th Anniversary ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’

By CB Adams There’s a button on my podcast player that allows me to listen at normal speed or an accelerated 1 ½ speed. The... Details