The Fabulous Fox: Funny Girl and Mamma Mia!
Funny Girl: January 23rd – February 4th
Featuring one of the most iconic scores of all time by Jule Styne and Bob Merrill, an updated book from Harvey Fierstein based on the original classic by Isobel Lennart, tap choreography by Ayodele Casel, choreography by Ellenore Scott, and direction from Michael Mayer, this love letter to the theatre has the whole shebang!
The sensational Broadway revival dazzles with celebrated classic songs, including “Don’t Rain On My Parade,” “I’m the Greatest Star,” and “People.” This bittersweet comedy is the story of the indomitable Fanny Brice, a girl from the Lower East Side who dreamed of a life on the stage. Everyone told her she’d never be a star, but then something funny happened—she became one of the most beloved performers in history, shining brighter than the brightest lights of Broadway.
Mamma Mia!: February 13th – 18th
A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads.
And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!
Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago.
For nearly 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story, and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show.
Ballpark Village presents Hot Country Nights
Every Friday starting January 19th through March 8th at Ballpark Village you can go see some of the best names in country music! The artist names with an asterisk (*) will be free tickets when you register and the rest will be tickets with a purchase fee. All concerts will be 21+ only.
Friday, January 19 – Drew Baldridge **
Friday, January 26 – Chase Matthew
Friday, February 2 – Alexandra Kay **
Friday, February 9 – Dylan Scott
Friday, February 16 – Brian Kelley with special guest REDFERRIN
Friday, February 23 – Kolby Cooper with special guest Catie Offerman **
Friday, March 1 – Michael Ray **
Friday, March 8 – Dylan Marlowe with special guest Neon Union **
17th Annual Loop Ice Carnival in the Delmar Loop
On Saturday, January 20th, 2024 beginning at 11am, get ready to embrace the winter chill and enjoy the magic of the 17th Annual Loop Ice Carnival! This beloved winter tradition is back, promising a day of frosty fun for the whole family.
Join us in the vibrant Delmar Loop, where the streets will come alive with enchanting ice sculptures, dazzling ice carving demonstrations, and an electrifying drone show. Marvel at the incredible craftsmanship from Full Spectrum Ice as they transform blocks of ice into breathtaking works of frozen art.
For those seeking adventure, participate in our Temporary Tattoo Scavenger Hunt. Visit participating businesses and collect temporary tattoos throughout the carnival area. It’s a fun and interactive way to explore the event and win a prize!
Meet and greet Louie, the lovable St. Louis Blues Mascot, who will be making special appearances throughout the day. Plus, test your skills at the Blues Street Team Slap Shot Game and see if you can score like a pro!
You don’t want to miss the mesmerizing drone show, where the night sky will be lit up with an aerial display of lights and colors. Watch in awe as drones dance and create intricate patterns in the sky, adding a futuristic touch to our winter celebration.
The 17th Annual Loop Ice Carnival is more than just a frozen spectacle; it’s a celebration of community spirit and the joy of winter. Bring your friends and family for a day of laughter, entertainment, and unforgettable memories. Don’t miss out on this chilly extravaganza! Mark your calendars and join us for a day of frosty festivities at the 17th Annual Loop Ice Carnival.
Get ready to chill out and make memories at the 17th Annual Loop Ice Carnival.
Missouri Botanical Garden presents the Orchid Show
The beloved tradition continues in its new home in the Jack C. Taylor Visitor Center’s Emerson Conservatory.
For most of the year, the Garden’s permanent orchid collection lives in greenhouses, where they are cared for by horticulture staff. The annual Orchid Show is your once-a-year opportunity to see hundreds of these blooming plants on public display.
The Garden’s vast orchid collection includes well over 5,000 individual plants representing nearly 700 unique kinds of orchids. Nearly one in ten orchids in the collection is threatened or endangered. Different species bloom at different times, so the Orchid Show is constantly changing as new orchids come into bloom and are brought out on display.
While viewing the Orchid Show, you can also enjoy the new, permanent living collections that surround the orchids in the new Emerson Conservatory. These plantings include species from Mediterranean climates around the world, such as California, South Africa, Western Australia, Chile, and the Mediterranean itself.
The Orchid Show is open January 27–February 25 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is included with Garden admission.
Stifel Theatre presents Hairspray
You Can’t Stop the Beat! HAIRSPRAY, Broadway’s Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon is back on tour! Join 16-year-old Tracy Turnblad in 1960s Baltimore as she sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular show. Can a girl with big dreams (and even bigger hair) change the world? Featuring the beloved score of hit songs including “Welcome to the ‘60s,” “Good Morning Baltimore” and “You Can’t Stop the Beat,” HAIRSPRAY is “fresh, winning, and deliriously tuneful!” (The New York Times). This all-new touring production reunites Broadway’s award-winning creative team led by Director Jack O’Brien and Choreographer Jerry Mitchell to bring HAIRSPRAY to a new generation of theater audiences.
Tickets are on sale now for February 8th and 9th!
Thursday Nights at the Missouri History Museum have begun!
Kick off your weekend at the Missouri History Museum in Forest Park! Thursday Nights at the Museum is a weekly series that is sometimes the most fun, sometimes the most thought-provoking, and always the most interesting night of your week. The museum exhibits are open late, and you’ll enjoy cash bar and food for purchase, pop-up activities, concerts, lectures, and more.
MISSOURI EMANCIPATION DAY | THURSDAY, JANUARY 11, 2024 | 5:00–8:00PM
STL WOMEN OF HIP-HOP | THURSDAY, JANUARY 18, 2024 | 5:00–8:00PM
FOOS AND BREWS | THURSDAY, JANUARY 25 | 6:30–9:00PM
HISTORY OF BLACK FASHION | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2024 | 5:00–8:00PM
CELEBRATE VIETNAMESE NEW YEAR! | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2024 | 5:00–8:00PM
WOMEN IN SOCCER | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2024 | 5:00–8:00PM
BLACK HISTORY MONTH PROGRAM WITH 5 ON YOUR SIDE | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2024 | 5:00–8:00PM
BLACK HISTORY AND THE DISABILITY RIGHTS MOVEMENT | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2024 | 5:00–8:00PM
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