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Our Precious Hope: St. Louis' Baby Jane Doe
Jan. 10, 2022

Our Precious Hope: St. Louis' Baby Jane Doe

On a winter afternoon in February 1983, two young men discovered the body of a girl who had been brutally murdered. She remains to this day unidentified and the topic of a documentary to find her killer. Shelby Sosa, Lee B...

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A Little Song, a Little Dance, a Little Seltzer Down Your Pants!
Dec. 18, 2021

A Little Song, a Little Dance, a Little Seltzer Down Your Pants!

The New Jewish Theatre presents, A Little Song, a Little Dance, a Little Seltzer Down Your Pants ! starring Eric Williams and Sharon Hunter, December 18 and 19. Eric Williams is an actor/comedian from St. Louis and has starre...

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Brian Woods - Pianist: Pushing the Boundary to Keep It Fun and Interesting
Dec. 13, 2021

Brian Woods - Pianist: Pushing the Boundary to Keep It Fun and Intere…

American pianist Brian Woods has emerged as a compelling artist of international acclaim. Woods' 2021-2022 season highlights include his solo debuts at the World Chess Hall of Fame and as a featured soloist for the Chamber M...

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"Songs for Nobodies" is a Show for Everybody!
Dec. 5, 2021

"Songs for Nobodies" is a Show for Everybody!

Vocalist Debby Lennon and Director Pam Hunt are back together for an encore production of Joanna Murray-Smith's " Songs for Nobodies ." This one-woman powerhouse performance weaves the music of legendary divas Judy Garland, ...

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Alumination: A Documentary Film and Journey with the Airstream
Nov. 23, 2021

Alumination: A Documentary Film and Journey with the Airstream

For the past several years, Director Eric Bricker and Producer Lisa Hughes have delved into the world of the Airstream, its culture, and its followers. These native St. Louisians have brought a whole new understanding to the...

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Films About St. Louis: A View from the Director's Chair
Nov. 15, 2021

Films About St. Louis: A View from the Director's Chair

Directors Damien D. Smith and Alana Marie provide background and attention to important events in their respective films " Target: St. Louis Vol. I " and " The Kinloch Doc ." The films are a part of the St. Louis Internation...

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Hymn of Despair: The Blue Song of Tennessee Williams
Nov. 15, 2021

Hymn of Despair: The Blue Song of Tennessee Williams

Henry Schvey 's discovery of an unknown poem by Tennessee Williams was not only a once-in-a-lifetime find but another piece of the puzzle of a man whose past continued to follow him and which helped provide the inspiration fo...

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The Brilliance is in the Simplicity: @adamwayne_arts
Oct. 13, 2021

The Brilliance is in the Simplicity: @adamwayne_arts

Adam Wayne is not your typical photographer. He is the paintbrush and his canvas is the world. [01:30] Background Inspiration out of depression Nature [04:28] Canon Powershot "I haven't read the manual"-Adam Nothing added to...

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STLworks: Workforce Development Collaborative-Learn and Earn
Oct. 12, 2021

STLworks: Workforce Development Collaborative-Learn and Earn

Art McCoy discusses STL.works workforce development collaborative ecosystem of more than 100 industry partners, including employers, nonprofits, educators, and a robust web portal. It is a singular focus that provides access...

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A Dynamic Duo: Seipp/Sheets Trumpet & Organ Duo
Oct. 2, 2021

A Dynamic Duo: Seipp/Sheets Trumpet & Organ Duo

Charles Seipp and Randall Sheets are uniquely talented in their own right as musicians. When they perform together, the Seipp/Sheets Trumpet & Organ Duo emerges dynamically to enthrall, entertain, and educate audiences acros...

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The Black Rep in St. Louis-Theatre of the Soul for 45 Years
Sept. 28, 2021

The Black Rep in St. Louis-Theatre of the Soul for 45 Years

The Black Repertory Company in St. Louis just opened its 45th season. Founder and producing director Ron Himes discusses the plays for this season, the pandemic and theatre, his background forming the company, and what to ex...

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Supporting Nonprofits: GiveSTL Day and the Power of Giving Back
Sept. 2, 2021

Supporting Nonprofits: GiveSTL Day and the Power of Giving Back

Amelia Bond, the President and CEO of St. Louis Community Foundation , speaks about the work her organization does in the community, including tackling challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic and promoting philanthropy. She hig...

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Reshaping Lives After Incarceration: The Works and Goals of the Criminal Justice Ministry
Sept. 2, 2021

Reshaping Lives After Incarceration: The Works and Goals of the Crimi…

Tom Casey, the Executive Director of the Criminal Justice Ministry (CJM) discusses his career background, the importance of CJM's roles, and the various programs run by the organization for individuals impacted by the crimina...

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How the Arts Survive and Blossom Through Stressful Times
Sept. 2, 2021

How the Arts Survive and Blossom Through Stressful Times

Stressful times in history have not hampered the arts but in many cases enhanced the production of literature, music, and art. Chris Mullen, host of Studio 111 gives her thoughts about our current situation and what it means...

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Juneteenth and Civil Righteousness
Sept. 2, 2021

Juneteenth and Civil Righteousness

Cliff Robinson, founder of Juneteenth.com discusses the history of Juneteenth and the website devoted to educating everyone about Juneteenth. Jonathan Thomas, President of Civil Righteousness and grandnephew of the late Civi...

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The Invisible Chains: Uncovering the Realities of Human Trafficking
Sept. 2, 2021

The Invisible Chains: Uncovering the Realities of Human Trafficking

Shima Rostami, Ed.D., Executive Director of Gateway Alliance Against Human Trafficking discusses the organization's efforts to educate communities and advocate for systemic changes to eradicate human trafficking in the Saint ...

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New Life for a Print Paper: The Webster-Kirkwood Times
Sept. 2, 2021

New Life for a Print Paper: The Webster-Kirkwood Times

The Webster-Kirkwood Times is such a beloved newspaper in the community, that when the pandemic hit and the paper faced a shutdown, community fervor and four individuals gave it new life. Publisher/Owner Randy Drilingas and ...

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The International Institute of St. Louis - You Are Not Alone
Aug. 23, 2021

The International Institute of St. Louis - You Are Not Alone

The International Institute of St. Louis (IISTL) serves as the St. Louis community’s immigrant service and information hub. They connect new arrivals with essential economic and cultural integration services, including Englis...

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MOONSTONE THEATRE COMPANY: 2021-2022 Season
Aug. 17, 2021

MOONSTONE THEATRE COMPANY: 2021-2022 Season

Sharon Hunter is the Producing Artistic Director of the Moonstone Theatre Company . Moonstone Theatre Company is a new professional performing arts organization in the St. Louis area. Productions will include a wide range o...

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MISSOURI 2021 - The Bicentennial Celebration!
Aug. 10, 2021

MISSOURI 2021 - The Bicentennial Celebration!

The state of Missouri is celebrating the bicentennial this year. MISSOURI 2021 is commemorating 200 years of history with a variety of events, activities, and projects. Beth Pike, Senior Strategic Communications Specialist f...

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The Glass Menagerie and The Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis
Aug. 9, 2021

The Glass Menagerie and The Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis

The Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis is doing something unique with their performance of The Glass Menagerie this season. It is being performed in the backyard of the six-family flat where Tennessee Williams lived and th...

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The Story of One of the Last POW's to Come Home
July 29, 2021

The Story of One of the Last POW's to Come Home

Director Tim Breitbach relates the harrowing true story of Sgt. Dan Hefel. The film follows one of the final 19 prisoners of war to come home from the Vietnam War. The film was included in the St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase ...

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Director's Chair Viewpoint-Sydie Grosberg Ronga
July 27, 2021

Director's Chair Viewpoint-Sydie Grosberg Ronga

Director Sydnie Grosberg Ronga is back at Max and Louis Productions directing Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from Dear Sugar . The play is based on the New York Times best-selling book by Cheryl Strayed and a...

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Broadway Auditions-It's Not All About Singing, Dancing, & Acting
July 12, 2021

Broadway Auditions-It's Not All About Singing, Dancing, & Acting

If you could listen to two veteran professionals in the industry who would give you pointers on how to make your audition better and more effective, would you listen to them? Well, you can! Tony Parise and Steve Neale are do...

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