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Tuesday, March 22, 2016

FABULOUS FOX THEATRE ANNOUNCES 2016–2017 U.S. BANK BROADWAY SERIES!


New six-show season ticket packages will go on sale May 15. Current U.S. Bank Broadway season subscribers will receive their renewal information beginning the week of March 28. On-sale dates for individual shows will be announced later. For more information, please call the Fox Subscription office at314-535-1700. Groups of 15 or more should call 314-535-2900 for special rates and reservations. The Broadway Series at the Fabulous Fox Theatre is presented by U.S. Bank.


March 22, 2016 – The Fabulous Fox Theatre announces an extraordinary season of Tony Award®-winning Best Musicals in the 2016–2017 U.S. Bank Broadway Series including FUN HOME, Fox Theatricals’ own critically-acclaimed 2015 Tony Award–winning Best Musical. FUN HOME is one of six shows making its St. Louis debut and one of seven shows in this season’s lineup which can claim the Tony Award for Best Musical honor. 

In addition to FUN HOME the six-show season ticket package includes the season opener A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER, winner of the 2014 Tony Award for Best Musical. The magical FINDING NEVERLAND will visit the Fox during the December holidays; the romantically beautiful AN AMERICAN IN PARIS kicks off 2017; and the hilarious smash SOMETHING ROTTEN! visits in February. Closing out the season is Roundabout Theatre Company’s acclaimed masterpiece CABARET, one of a select group of musicals that has received the Tony Award for Best Musical and Best Musical Revival.  Plus seven specials are in the lineup, four of which received the Best Musical Tony Award including Disney’s THE LION KING returning for a three-week engagement.

A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER | September 13–25, 2016
Getting away with murder can be so much fun… and there’s no better proof than the knock-‘em-dead hit show that’s earned unanimous raves and won the 2014 Tony Award® for Best Musical—A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER! As one most gentlemanly NPR critic put it, “I’ve never laughed so hard at a Broadway musical!”  GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE tells the story of Monty, an heir to a family fortune who sets out to jump the line of succession by - you guessed it - eliminating the eight relatives (all played by one fearless man) who stand in his way. All the while, Monty has to juggle his mistress, his fiancée and the constant threat of landing behind bars! Of course, it will all be worth it if he can slay his way to his inheritance… and be done in time for tea. The Hollywood Reporter raves, “GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE restores our faith in musical comedy.”

FUN HOME | November 15–27, 2016
It is with tremendous pride that we bring Fox Theatricals’ Tony Award®-winning production of FUN HOME to the Fabulous Fox. Every once in a while a Broadway musical comes along that surprises, moves and excites audiences in ways only a truly landmark musical can. The “groundbreaking,” “life-affirming” and “exquisite” new musical FUN HOME was the event of the 2015 Broadway season, receiving rave reviews from critics and audiences alike, winning five 2015 Tony Awards including Best Musical and making history along the way.  Based on Alison Bechdel’s best-selling graphic memoir, FUN HOME introduces us to Alison at three different ages as she explores and unravels the many mysteries of her childhood. A refreshingly honest musical about seeing your parents through grown-up eyes, “FUN HOME is extraordinary, a rare beauty that pumps fresh air into Broadway!” (The New York Times).

FINDING NEVERLAND | December 6–18, 2016
Broadway’s biggest new hit and the winner of Broadway.com’s Audience Choice Award for Best Musical, this breathtaking smash “captures the kid-at-heart,” says TIME Magazine. Vogue cheers, “It’s a must-see you’ll remember for years to come!” Directed by visionary Tony®-winner Diane Paulus and based on the critically-acclaimed Academy Award® winning film starring Johnny Depp, FINDING NEVERLAND tells the incredible story behind one of the world’s most beloved characters: Peter Pan. Playwright J.M. Barrie struggles to find inspiration until he meets four young brothers and their beautiful widowed mother. Spellbound by the boys’ enchanting make-believe adventures, he sets out to write a play that will astound London theatergoers. With a little bit of pixie dust and a lot of faith, Barrie takes this monumental leap, leaving his old world behind for Neverland, where nothing is impossible and the wonder of childhood lasts forever. The magic of Barrie’s classic tale springs spectacularly to life in this heartwarming theatrical event. FINDING NEVERLAND is “far and away the best musical of the year!” (NPR).

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS | January 17–29, 2017
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS is the new Tony Award®-winning musical about an American soldier, a mysterious French girl, and an indomitable European city, each yearning for a new beginning in the aftermath of war. Acclaimed director/choreographer and 2015 Tony Award®-winner Christopher Wheeldon brings the magic and romance of Paris into perfect harmony with unforgettable songs from George and Ira Gershwin in the show that earned more awards than any other musical in the 2015 season! The New York Times raves, “AN AMERICAN IN PARIS is a triumph! Pure joy!” and the Wall Street Journal declares, “Once you’ve seen it, you’ll find it hard to settle for less ever again.” Don’t miss this stunning Broadway hit when it arrives in St. Louis on its first national tour!

SOMETHING ROTTEN! | February 7–19, 2017
SOMETHING ROTTEN! is “Broadway’s big, fat hit!” (New York Post). Set in 1595, this hilarious smash tells the story of Nick and Nigel Bottom, two brothers who are desperate to write a hit play. When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very firstMusical.   With its heart on its ruffled sleeve and sequins in its soul, SOMETHING ROTTEN! is Ingenious! Outrageous! Irresistible!" (Variety).  New York Magazine called it “The Producers +
The Book of Mormon x The Drowsy Chaperone. Squared!”

Roundabout Theatre Company’s CABARET | March 7–19, 2017
Direct from Broadway, the acclaimed masterpiece returns to St. Louis!  As part of its 50th Anniversary Season, the critically acclaimed and award-winning Roundabout Theatre Company is proud to present Sam Mendes (Skyfall, American Beauty) and Rob Marshall’s (Into the Woods and Chicago, the films) Tony Award®-winning production of CABARET. Come hear some of the most memorable songs in theatre history, including “Cabaret,” “Willkommen” and “Maybe This Time.” Leave your troubles outside – life is beautiful at CABARET, John Kander, Fred Ebb and Joe Masteroff’s Tony-winning musical about following your heart while the world loses its way.

Series Specials
Seven specials for the 2016–2017 Season will be offered to season ticket-holders for priority seating before their public on-sale dates. The captivating and breathtakingly romantic ONCE (2012 Tony Award® for Best Musical), returns to the Fox September 30–October 2.  One of the world’s best-loved family musicals ANNIE (1977 Tony Award for Best Musical) hits the stage December 2–4. Featuring more than 40 classic hits such as “My Girl” and “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough”, the true American dream story of Motown founder Barry Gordy MOTOWN THE MUSICAL returns March 21–26. THE ILLUSIONISTSTM–Live From BroadwayTM will make its St. Louis debut March 31-April 2.

Experience the phenomenon of Disney’s THE LION KING April 19-May 7.  Winner of six 1998 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, this landmark musical event brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway.  THE LION KING also features some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. “There is simply nothing else like it” proclaims the New York Times and the 432,000 people who experienced one of its three previous Fox engagements will surely agree.

Have the time of your life when DIRTY DANCING–The Classic Story On Stage returns May 12-14 with its heart-pounding music and sensational dancing.  As a season finale, the 1996 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®-winning Best Musical RENT stops at the Fox May 19-21 during its 20th anniversary tour.

2016 – 2017 U.S. Bank Broadway Series Shows and Specials:
(The Six Season Ticket shows are in bold)
A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER * September 13–25, 2016
ONCE * September 30–October 2, 2016
FUN HOME * November 15–27, 2016
ANNIE * December 2–4, 2016
FINDING NEVERLAND * December 6–18, 2016
                        AN AMERICAN IN PARIS * January 17–29, 2017
SOMETHING ROTTEN! * February 7–19, 2017
Roundabout Theatre Company’s CABARET * March 7–19, 2017
MOTOWN THE MUSICAL * March 21–26, 2017
THE ILLUSIONISTS * March 31–April 2, 2017
Disney’s THE LION KING * April 19–May 7, 2017
DIRTY DANCING-The Classic Story On Stage * May 12–14, 2017
RENT * May 19–21, 2017


Tuesday, March 8, 2016

The most beautiful love story ever told comes to life at Fabulous Fox Theatre in St. Louis

Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the smash hit Broadway musical, is returning to St. Louis. Based on the Academy Award®-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping spectacle has won the hearts of over 35 million people worldwide.

This classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes, and dazzling production numbers including “Be Our Guest” and the beloved title song. Experience the romance and enchantment of Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at the Fabulous Fox!

Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is the classic story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped in a spell placed by an enchantress. 

If the beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.

Everyone is required to have a ticket for admittance to this show – regardless of age.

March 11, 2016  / Friday - 7:30 PM
Signed Interpretation
March 12, 2016  / Saturday - 2:00 PM
March 12, 2016  / Saturday - 7:30 PM
March 13, 2016  / Sunday - 1:00 PM
March 13, 2016  / Sunday - 6:30 PM

Friday, February 26, 2016

Beautiful at the Fabulous Fox Theatre is just that—BEAUTIFUL!

Enjoy a wonderful musical evening featuring the songs of the Great Carol King...to order tickets, see below

By Steve Russell
Vice-President, TodaysSeniorsNetwork

February 24, 2016--Many in the audience might not have realized that in addition to a wonderful presentation of the musical genius of Carol King, that they were also watching a great performance that represented a vastly musically-talented family.

That’s because Abby Mueller as Carole King was sensational throughout the performance, she had a special reason to excel, because, Abby’s sister,  Jessie, won a Tony for her portrayal of Ms. King.

But kudos to Abby, for not only rising to the occasion, but for a truly memorable performance.

 The time she invested studying the manuscript certainly paid off for her with the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play the part of one of America's greatest songwriters and icons, Carole King - in "Beautiful".

The show is also a look into the music that marked a generation.  And it is a wonderful journey.

With music by The Drifters. The Righteous Brothers and Neil Sedaka, Beautiful has a little bit of something to offer to everyone, fans of all ages will enjoy this production at the Fox.

I particularly liked "Curt Bouril's" interpretation of Don Kirshner.
Be prepared, sets laden with Carole King's hits from Tapestry and other efforts are displayed, but this encompassing production focuses on the many artists whose lives were affected by Kings creative and insightful lyrics, visual scores for your ears.

Thanks to All American favorites like "up on a roof" by the Drifters and "will you still love me tomorrow" including many other songs you love, you can't help but leave the Fox walking on air.

The supporting cast of Becky Golson portraying Cynthia Weil, writing partner of Barry Mann played by Ben Frank Houser were charming indeed.
This performance at the Fox Theatre was what helps make The Fox Theatre such a memorable experience in and of itself.  

Add to that, the quality of the songs and the diversity of the music throughout different genres, and you have an unforgettable evening of musical entertainment.

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Friday, December 18, 2015

Fox Associates, LLC announces the opening of CURTAIN CALL LOUNGE at the Fabulous Fox Theatre

ST. LOUIS, MO, December 18, 2015–  Fox Associates, LLC is proud to announce the opening of Curtain Call Lounge adjacent to the south side of the Fox Theatre on Grand Blvd.   Curtain Call Lounge will open at 5 p.m. and remain open until two hours after all evening performances at the Fox.  On matinee days, doors will open following the matinee and remain open until two hours after the evening performance. 

“Curtain Call Lounge will be a fabulous extension of the Fox and our guest experience,” said Thom Johnson, Vice President of Food and Beverage operations at the theatre.  

“It will be St. Louis’s first Champagne bar with an extensive selection of the finest Champagnes and wines by the glass, local craft beers on tap and a cocktail menu that blends the freshly made flavors of classic cocktails.  To enhance our extensive drink menu we will also offer seasonal culinary small plates and shared menu items plus a selection of desserts.”

The décor of Curtain Call Lounge is a modern take on the Eastern architecture that defines the Fabulous Fox.  Byzantine arches, and tiles, massive gold palm trees and a draped ceiling are some of the unique features. There is also a stage where live entertainment will be presented from time to time. This weekend, December 18 and 19, the Unit Jazz Trio will play from 10 p.m. to midnight following the Fox performances of WICKED.  Curtain Call Lounge can be used for private parties in combination with show tickets or for receptions, meetings and social gatherings on non-show days. 

Curtain Call Lounge and the Fabulous Fox are owned and operated by Fox Associates, LLC partners Mary Strauss, Lisa Baudendistel-Suntrup and Julie Baudendistel-Noonan. The project was designed by award-winning SPACE Architects and supervised by owner Tom Niemeier.  “SPACE did the design for the renovation of the Humboldt Building in 2006 and we knew Tom and his team would be perfect for this project” said Mary Strauss. “They brought our initial vision to life more beautifully than we could ever have imagined” added Julie Baudendistel-Noonan.  “There is absolutely nothing that we would change.”

“We are so pleased to bring another food and beverage option to Grand Center,” said Lisa Baudendistel-Suntrup.  “The district has blossomed in the last few years and we are excited to continue the investment in our own neighborhood.” 

Curtain Call Lounge does not take reservations.  For our menus and for the full calendar of events coming to the Fox Theatre, visit FabulousFox.com.   To inquire about rental opportunities, call 314-657-2275.