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

THEATRES

The Fabulous Fox Theatre
St. Louisans don’t have to go to New York for the best of Broadway. Millions of people have visited the Fabulous Fox Theatre since its opening in 1929.

Since its revitalization in 1982, the Fox has presented touring Broadway shows, and family and gospel shows; top pop, rock and comedy concert acts; and country superstars, dance and classic movies.
“The Fox Theatre prides itself on providing St. Louis audiences with the best of Broadway and something for everyone every year,” says Erin Bruns, Public Relations Coordinator at the Fox.
Greeted by several pairs of golden doors that line a portion of the sidewalk along North Grand Avenue, guests leave the hustle and bustle of the city and enter into the Siamese-Byzantine style palace that has graced downtown St. Louis since 1929. And if you notice the trunks of the elephants intricately detailed throughout the red carpet, they point the way toward the stage – the premier stage in St. Louis for Broadway productions.

William Fox, the movie mogul of his time, constructed this palace of entertainment in the late 1920s – a $6 million endeavor that never fully recovered from the stock market crash just months after opening night. Sadly, in 1978, the doors closed. But thanks to the Strauss family and associates, three years and $3 million later, the Fabulous Fox was reborn.

Its main lobby sparkles with red faux marble columns that dwarf the human figure and support the eight-story original 1929 ceiling, and its staircase imitates an East Indian Burial Temple.
As you wind your way from the main lobby, up spiral staircases and through canopied entryways that lead to the vast auditorium, the beauty at the end of the tunnel is simply breathtaking. Mythical sea creatures line the mezzanine and balcony rails; high above, a 2,000-pound chandelier, 12 feet in diameter, is suspended from a 116-foot ceiling; and 4,400 plush velvet seats create a sea of red, inviting guests to bask in the grandeur of the magnificent space.

The 2009 – 2010 season features productions such as the 2008 Tony Award-winning musical, “In the Heights;” the new Mel Brooks musical, “Young Frankenstein;” “Grease” starring American Idol winner Taylor Hicks, and the Broadway sensation, “Wicked.” 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. 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. For more information or ticket sales, call (314) 968-4925, or visit www.repstl.org.

Opera Theatre
Brilliant singers perform a repertoire of artistic productions at Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, where opera can appeal to everyone. 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. 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 by presenting an African-American perspective through creative forms such as theatre and dance. 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-winning Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra. Concerts range from elegant, classical performances to fun-filled family shows. For more information, visit www.slso.org, or call the box office to purchase tickets at (314) 534-1700.

Stages St. Louis
Stages St. Louis offers professional musical theatre in a family-friendly environment at The Robert G. Reim Theatre in Kirkwood. For tickets call 314-821-2407, go to www.stageslouis.org, or visit one of our box office locations: 110 N. Clay, Kirkwood or 444 Chesterfield Center, Chesterfield.

ST. LOUIS ATTRACTIONS

City Museum
If you’re looking for a unique family experience, look no farther than the City Museum, an innovative architectural wonder that will educate and inspire visitors of all ages. For more information, call (314) 231-CITY, or visit www.citymuseum.org.

Missouri Botanical Garden
The Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis boasts 79 acres of brilliant horticultural displays and is regarded as one of the top three botanical gardens worldwide. Visit www.mobot.org for more information, or call 314-577-9400.

St. Louis Science Center
The St. Louis Science Center is an interactive museum dedicated to the pursuit of science education and offers free admission to the public. Stop by the Planetarium and stargaze any time of day. Call 314-289-4400, or visit www.slsc.org.

The Magic House
Creativity abounds at the Magic House St. Louis Children’s Museum in Kirkwood, where kids are encouraged to experiment and learn in a fun, hands-on environment. Call 314-822-8900 or visit www.magichouse.org for more information.

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.

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.