St. Louis, United States (Local)
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Mark Bretz's coverage predominantly focuses on theater and productions in St. Louis, Missouri. He frequently provides expert commentary and reviews of local theatrical events. If you're involved in the local theater scene or have insights into specific productions, reaching out to offer an insider perspective or exclusive information about upcoming shows could capture his attention.
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By: Mark Bretz
Story: This opera, written by composer Charles Gounod and librettists Jules Barbier and Michel Carré, which premiered in Paris in 1867, closely follows the Shakespearean tragedy about ill-fated lovers from two quarreling families in 16th-century Verona, Italy.
By: Mark Bretz
This is The Muny’s third production of “Hairspray." It remains as funny, finger-snapping, and ebullient as ever, serving as a smashingly successful way to begin The Muny’s 2026 season.
By: Mark Bretz
Story: After two 11-year-old boys get into a fight on a Brooklyn street, Benjamin knocks out two of Henry’s teeth, requiring medical attention. Henry’s mother, Veronica, is distraught by the altercation, more so than her husband, Michael. Nonetheless, Michael acquiesces when Veronica calls Benjamin’s parents and asks to meet with them to discuss the incident.
By: Mark Bretz
“The Wasp” will keep audiences guessing as Heather sets in motion her elaborate plan to sting her adversary and settle long-festering scores.
By: Mark Bretz
In which some teens interact with a reclusive poet who longs to unlock answers to questions about God, immortality, death, nature, spirituality, and other timeless mysteries.
By: Mark Bretz
Story: When he was 7 years old, Shrek was sent by his parents into the world to survive on his own because life isn’t easy for ogres such as them. In adulthood, Shrek has lived a solitary life at his home in the swamp.
By: Mark Bretz
Six short plays make their premieres at the 12th annual LaBute New Theater Festival at St. Louis Actors’ Studio, including one by festival namesake Neil LaBute.
By: Mark Bretz
Tickets: $60-$65, plus fees; theater box office or ticketmaster.com
The show's first Saturday performance was completely sold out, with patrons waiting in hopes of finding an empty seat – get your tickets while you can.
Story: Guy is dozing in his wheelchair, situated between a number of boxes strewn about his room. When he opens his eyes, he acknowledges the audience and welcomes us to share some time with him as he attempts to regale us with his thoughts, observations, and memories about his life, humanity in general, and those omnipresent topics, namely life and death.
