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Theater | Music | Visual Arts | Festivals | Active & Charitable The Music Man
Robert G. Reim Theater This tribute to small town America is a whole lot of “Trouble”—but in a good way. When con man Harold Hill swindles a town, he gets more than he bargains for in this classic fun-for-the-family musical. Time: Tues.-Fri., 8pm; Sat., 4pm & 8pm; Sun., 2pm & 7:30pm. Cost: $15-$46. Tickets on sale at stagesstlouis.com or 314.821.2407 (Stages St. Louis, 111 S. Geyer Rd., Kirkwood). Second City: Deface the Nation
Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center As if we needed more proof that there’s humor to be had from Washington, the uproarious folks at Second City poke away at the pitfalls, politicians and pundits of the nation’s capitol in this all-political revue. Time: Wed.-Fri., 8pm; Sat., 5pm & 9pm. Cost: $35. Tickets on sale at 314.516.4949 (One University Blvd., Florissant). The Lieutenant of Inishmore
Gandel Theater Find out what happens when the beloved little cat of an Irish Republican Army enforcer gets run over on a lovely Inishmore island road and he’ll stop at nothing to find the culprit. Hint: It’s wickedly funny, a little demented and a show you won’t soon forget. Time: Tues.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 2pm & 7pm. Cost: $15-$50. Tickets on sale at repstl.org or 314.968.4925 (Off-Ramp Theatre, 3610 Grandel Square, Grand Center). Everybody Loves Brad
Touhill Performing Arts Center, UMSL Campus Don’t miss “Everybody Loves Raymond” star Brad Garrett as he takes the stage at The Touhill on September 27. The Emmy Award-winning funnyman proves he is the comedic king with continuous sold-out tour dates across the country. Cost: $30-$100. Time: 8pm. Tickets on sale at ticketmaster.com. Dancing In The Street
Grand Center Celebrate the opening of the fall arts season with a rowdy street festival featuring more than 50 regional dance organizations performing on outdoor stages, a gallery walk touring local art galleries and the EarthWays Center Energy Festival to help St. Louisans go green. Visitors can indulge in refreshments from area restaurants and food, wine and beer vendors as well. Time: 12pm-9pm. Free admission. For more info, visit grandcenter.org or call 314.533.1884 (Grand Center). Jim Gaffigan: Sexy Tour
Fox Theater Encompassing the hard-to-walk line between approachable and edgy, this comedian/writer/actor has found a devoted following for his quiet, clever comic style. In addition to his recent Comedy Central one-hour special, Gaffigan stars on TBS’ original comedy “My Boys” as the wise-cracking lawyer brother who refuses to grow up. So he basically plays himself—with a law degree. Time: 8pm. Cost: $45.75. Tickets on sale at metrotix.com or 314.534.1111 (527 N. Grand Blvd., Grand Center).
KSHE 95 Welcomes Motorhead
The Pageant KSHE 95 Welcomes MotÖrhead - September 9, The Pageant - Get your motor running for this iconic British metal band, athough Motörhead frontman Lemmy prefers to think of the group as more rock ‘n’ roll than metal. No matter what you label it, this music is hardcore. Time: 7pm. Cost: $25. Tickets on sale at ticketmaster.com or 314.241.1888 (6161 Delmar Blvd., The Loop). Tony Desare
Jazz at the Bistro Part Sinatra, part Harry Connick, Jr., this New York crooner and accomplished pianist combines the best of the Rat Pack music with his more modern energy and performance skills. Mixing beloved standards with his own compositions, DeSare is reintroducing the exuberance and wit of that era’s music to young listeners today. Time: 8:30pm & 10:15pm. Cost: $20-$30. Tickets on sale at metrotix.com or 314.534.1111 (3536 Washington Ave., Grand Center). Kenny Chesney with Leann Rimes
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater Funny coincidence that Chesney’s tour stop in St. Louis is one year to the day after he released his album “Just Who I Am: Poets & Pirates,” which entered a sales war with 50 Cent and Kanye West as their albums dropped the same day. Maybe he’ll go head-to-head with LeAnn during the concert as a tribute. She’s gangsta’—for a country singer. Time: 7:30pm. Cost: $37.50-$75.75. Tickets on sale at ticketmaster.com or 314.241.1888 (14141 Riverport Dr., Maryland Heights). Chris Botti
Fox Theater Romance will be in the air with tunes from Botti’s newest album “Italia,” inspired by the amore of Italy. As ever, this jazz musician brings his brand of musical sophistication back to The Lou. We appreciate the love. Time: 8pm. Cost: $40-$70. Tickets on sale at metrotix.com or 314.534.1111 (527 N. Grand Blvd., Grand Center). Journey with Heart and Cheap Trick
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater The glorious ’80s return with a trifecta of power ballads (“What About Love”), rock anthems (“Separate Ways”) and teen angst tunes (“I Want You To Want Me”) with this hairlicious concert lineup. Time: 7pm. Cost: $25-$125. Tickets on sale at ticketmaster.com or 314.241.1888 (14141 Riverport Dr., Maryland Heights). Battle of the Bands
The Gramophone Land Rover, host of the Emerging Artists: On the Verge event, invites bands to duke it out in front of fans and music executives from all over the country to be the next big talent. The winner with the most votes wins one year of exclusive representation from TalentPlus Entertainment, a demo recording package from Phat Buddha Productions, an iCoustix session on iChannel.fm and a gig at The Gramophone on September 13. All this, and maybe even a few groupies. For more info, visit alivemag.com/emergingartist. The Lord Of The Rings Symphony
Powell Symphony Hall What Peter Jackson’s trilogy is to cinema, Howard Shore’s symphony is to music. A sweeping achievement that captures the aural incarnation of Tolkien’s tale, this concert event is further enhanced by projected illustrations and storyboards from the award-winning movies. Elf ears optional. Time: 7:30pm. Cost: $20-$65. Tickets on sale at slso.org or 314.534.1700 (718 N. Grand Blvd., Grand Center). The Fab 5
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater Hunky Maroon 5 lead singer Adam Levine brings his band to Verizon Wireless Amphitheater on September 27 where the hybrid rock/R&B sensation will perform hits off their latest album “It Won’t Be Soon Before Long.” Cost: $30.50-$126. Time: 7pm. Tickets on sale at ticketmaster.com. Ani Difranco
The Pageant The Grammy Award-winning singer, guitarist and songwriter brings her canon of songs—many of which are autobiographical, politically charged or both—to St. Louis for some serious female bonding. In addition to being a prolific artist (having released 19 albums), this feminist was awarded the 2006 “Woman of Courage Award” at the National Organization of Women (NOW) Conference and Young Feminist Summit for her support of women’s issues and the feminist movement. Time: 8pm. Cost: $27. Tickets on sale at ticketmaster.com or 314.241.1888 (6161 Delmar Blvd., The Loop).
THINGS THAT MATTER: ART BY CHILDREN WITH AUTISM
Sheldon Art Galleries This touching exhibit features the artistic endeavors of children in the region with autism. Displayed not only as an educational tool for the public to learn about autism (which affects approximately 1 in 150 children), the act of creating art itself can actually help youngsters with disabilities improve their health and well-being. Time: Tues. & Thurs., 12pm-8pm; Wed. & Fri., 12pm-5pm; Sat., 10am-2pm. Free admission. For more info, visit thesheldon.org or call 314.533.9900 (3648 Washington Blvd., Grand Center). KRANZBERG EXHIBITION SERIES FEATURING SUE EISLER
Laumeier Sculpture Park The sixth installment of this annual summer series features St. Louis artist (and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign graduate) Sue Eisler, who fashions depictions of historic milestones using found art like shoe patterns, lobster buoys and wire—suggesting that everything has the potential to become art. Time: Fri., 6pm-9pm; Sat., 10am-8pm; Sun., 10am-5pm. Free admission. For more info, visit laumeier.com or call 314.821.1209 (12580 Rott Rd., Sunset Hills). Howard Jones: Memory and Refraction
Bruno David Gallery Part innovator, part maverick artist, Jones’ work left an indelible stamp on the artistic world with his technology-based work. See the first exhibition of his work in St. Louis since his passing in 1991, which will include a group of paintings and constructions that use light to express changing perceptions of reality. You can also view work by Peter Marcus, Ian Weaver and Nanette Boileau in the gallery’s adjoining rooms. Time: Wed.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Free admission. For more info, visit brunodavidgallery.com or call 314.531.3030 (3721 Washington Blvd., Grand Center). Saint Louis Art Fair
Clayton Come see for yourself why this annual art spectacular is ranked fifth in the nation for fine arts and crafts shows! While attending the 15th annual outdoor event, enjoy live music, sample food from area restaurants and purchase some of the best local and regional art around. Time: Fri., 5pm-10pm; Sat., 10am-10pm; Sun., 11am-4pm. Free admission. For more info, visit saintlouisartfair.com (Downtown Clayton). Three Dimensions of Expression: Mind on Clay Matter
Craft Alliance A trio of artists get their hands dirty with this all-clay exhibit. Sculptors Victor Spinski, Joe Bova and Roy Strassberg all imbue this inorganic matter with the breath of life and creativity. Time: Tues.-Thurs., 10am-5pm; Fri.-Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., 11am-5pm. Free admission. For more info, visit craftalliance.org or call 314.725.1177 (6640 Delmar Blvd., The Loop). New Paintings and Collaborations by Jaime Gartelos and Ellie Balk
Mad Art Gallery Mad Art Gallery opens its fall season with a painting exhibit by young St. Louisans Jaime Gartelos and Ellie Balk. Expect to find the unexpected as these two artists present a range of bold, colorful abstract paintings splashed with strong shapes and quiet emotion. Time: Tues.-Sat., 11am-3pm. Free admission. For more info, visit madart.com or call 314.771.8230 (2727 S. 12th St., Soulard). Group Abstract Show
Philip Slein Gallery Modern art enthusiasts should find plenty to love at this group exhibit featuring the best and brightest abstract artists. Some of the highlights include work by Michael Byron, Brandon Anschultz, Alicia LaChance and Ken Wood, to name a few. Time: Tues.-Fri., 11am-4pm. Free admission. For more info, visit philipsleingallery.com or call 314.621.4634 (1319 Washington Ave., Downtown). Nervous Laughter
phd Gallery (2300 Cherokee Street) You may be chuckling during the last night of "Nervous Laughter" at phd Gallery, but then you'll realize that the seemingly humorous paintings and sculpture actually hide deeper meanings to consider about race, religion, capitol punishment, and motherhood with hard-edged abstract paintings and a media bar with film and TV programming. For more info visit www.phdstl.com Mary Sprague and Kreg Kallenberger
Contemporary Art Museum There’s nothing cartoonish about Mary Sprague’s intricate ink drawings, which are often vivid with color and movement. Paired with the elegant glass sculptures of Kreg Kallenberger, this is one exhibit to pencil in on your calendar. Time: Tues.-Fri., 10am-5pm; Sat., 12pm-4pm. Free admission. For more info, visit duanereedgallery.com or call 314.862.2333 (7513 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton).
Chip Off The Old Block
The Crescent Join The Crescent retailers and restaurants for The Crescent Block Party on September 24 from 6pm-9pm. Enjoy complimentary appetizers from Araka, unbelievable drink specials from Grey Goose and music from Farshid Etniko. RSVP to crescent@alivemag.com. Wine Time
Forest Park Drink in two Dionysian days in Forest Park at the annual St. Louis Wine Festival, September 27-28. Take in live local musical talents, delectable food and over 200 exquisite wines from around the world. From 12pm-7pm, take part in wine seminars, cooking demonstrations and the art of drinking wine with St. Louis’ top chefs and sommeliers. For more info or to purchase tickets, visit stlouiswinefestival.com.
Fore!
Bellerive Country Club Bellerive Country Club will host the 2008 BMW Championship Tour, the third of four playoff events in the PGA Tour’s FedExCup Playoff system. From September 1-7, check out pros like Phil Mickelson and Retief Goosen as they compete to move onto the PGA Tour Championships. All proceeds from the event benefit the Evans Scholars Foundation. For more info or to purchase tickets, visit bmw-golfsport.com King For A Day
Neiman Marcus Head to Neiman Marcus on September 9 to welcome the store’s menswear director Colby McWilliams and Mitchell Binder, designer of the “half rock ‘n’ roll and half outlaw biker” King Baby sterling silver jewelry collection (314.567.9811, ext. 2357).
Information provided by the Regional Arts Commission. For a full calendar of cultural events go to www.art-stl.com. |
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