Outstanding theatres, museums and a myriad of other exiting activities all around St. Louis create endless opportunities for entertainment throughout the city. Let our list of favorites show you all St. Louis has to offer by guiding you through some of its most popular attractions.

The Fox Theatre
Setting the stage for theatrical entertainment in St. Louis is the Fabulous Fox Theatre in Grand Center, the city’s most famous venue for catching Broadway productions. The 2008-2009 U.S. Bank Broadway season opens in October with “The Color Purple,” and other performances throughout the season include “Cats” and “Sweeney Todd.” In addition to its notable Broadway shows, the Fox hosts a variety of performances by popular, touring musicians and comedians from all over. For more information, call the Fox at (314) 534-1678, visit www.fabulousfox.com, or go to www.metrotix.com to purchase tickets.

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
The Repertory Theatre is considered the city’s leading live, professional theatre, and plays an important role in the cultural life of St. Louis. Located on the campus of Webster University, the Loretto-Hilton Center for the Performing Arts is home to The Rep’s Mainstage and Studio Theatre productions. The 2008-2009 season begins in September with “Frost/Nixon,” and continues with noteworthy performances like “Jane Austen’s Emma: A New Musical” and “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.” For more information or ticket sales, call (314) 968-4925, or visit www.repstl.org.

Opera Theatre
Brilliant singers perform a variety of artistic productions in English at Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, where opera can appeal to everyone. With its intimate and inviting atmosphere, guests of Opera Theatre enjoy mingling with its artists after the show in a large tent on the lawn, among the beautiful surrounding gardens. The 2008 season includes “Madame Butterfly,” “Una Cosa Rara” and more. For more information, visit www.opera-stl.org, or call the box office at (314) 961-0644.

The Muny
The Muny in Forest Park exudes St. Louis charm each summer season, and stands as the nation’s oldest and largest outdoor theatre. Catch a classic Broadway production and spend some time under the stars at this cornerstone of the city. The 2008 season includes notable acts such as “The Producers” and “Miss Saigon,” as well as fresh productions like “High School Musical.” For tickets, call the box office at (314) 361-1900, extension 550, or visit www.muny.org.

Black Repertory Theatre Company
The Black Repertory Theatre Company enhances social and cultural awareness of its audiences by presenting an African-American perspective through creative forms like theatre and dance. The Black Rep prides itself on being the largest, professional African-American theatre company in the nation. Its season runs from January to June, and performances are held at the Grandel Theatre. Call (314) 534-3810 for tickets, or visit www.theblackrep.org for more information.

Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra
Powell Symphony Hall is home to the six-time Grammy Award-winning Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra, whose musicians have inspired the city for almost 130 years. Concerts vary throughout the year, ranging from elegant, classical performances in the evening to fun-filled family shows on Sunday afternoons. Once the weather turns cold, catch one of the more festive concerts that debut around the holidays to get into the spirit of the season, like “Warm Music for Cold Nights.” For more information, visit www.slso.org, or call the box office to purchase tickets at (314) 534-1700.

Six Flags St. Louis
You can find plenty of warm-weather fun and thrills for the whole family at Six Flags St. Louis, an expansive theme park that boasts nearly 40 rides, including 22 kids’ rides. After a day filled with excitement, you can settle down for one of the theme park’s many special events, like an outdoor concert by a popular musician. Six Flags’ water park, Hurricane Harbor, is an excellent way to cool off on a hot, summer day, and entrance is free with every general admission ticket to the park. Call (636) 938-4800 for more information, or visit www.sixflags.com/stlouis.

The Saint Louis Zoo
With its esteemed reputation, impressive size and free admission, it’s no wonder that the Saint Louis Zoo in Forest Park is one of the city’s most popular attractions. You can admire the extraordinary exhibits by foot, or hop aboard the Zooline Railroad, which takes you on a 1.5-mile round-trip adventure. Investigate an exotic species you’ve never encountered, see a 3-D movie about your favorite animal, or stop by one of the twice-daily feedings at Penguin and Puffin Coast. Visit www.stlzoo.org, or call (314) 781-0900 for more information.

City Museum
If you’re looking for a unique experience for the family, look no further than the City Museum, an architectural wonder that provides innovative education and inspiration for kids and adults alike. What was once a 600,000 square-foot shoe factory warehouse is transformed into a playground for the imagination, with countless zany activities and exhibits made of reclaimed materials from around the city. For more information, call (314) 231-CITY, or visit www.citymuseum.org.

Saint Louis Art Museum
Visit the Saint Louis Art Museum in Forest Park and admire firsthand exquisite artwork from nearly every time period in history. With pieces like ancient Chinese bronzes, European masterpieces by artists like Claude Monet and Vincent van Gogh, modern abstract pieces and more, a visit to the museum is sure to satisfy any artistic palate. For more information, call (314) 721-0072, or visit www.stlouis.art.museum.