Film · July 2025
Why Aren’t There Any Movies Starring British Prime Minister William Gladstone?
A gap in our cinematic education revealed.
July 30, 2025
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Theater · July 2025
Shakespeare’s Henry VI: The Best Video Versions for the Completist
One of the holy grails of Shakespeare fandom is this trilogy of plays. If you can't find it live, here is a review of the filmed options.
July 30, 2025
Theater · July 2025
Theater as Artistic Community Journalism: Eureka Day, Purpose, Dhaba on Devon
It isn't that often one finds plays by, for and about a particular community. But lately there's been a minor boom in production of such works.
July 15, 2025
Film · July 2025
Fellini Gets Another Look After Critics Knock Him Down Several Pegs
After #MeToo, two films by this master director dropped almost 30 slots on a key industry index of the best films. But now he's back in theaters.
July 9, 2025
Theater · June 2025
The Mind-Blowing Muny Shows Musicals Are Not Just for Geeks and Elites
Observing an overdue honor, as the Regional Tony Award goes to a unique spot in the nation's theater landscape.
June 23, 2025
Opera · June 2025
Opera Theatre of St. Louis Deserves More National Attention in Its 50th Year
Reviewing a new work by a Pulitzer-winner, a 1950s "Die Fledermaus" in comic book color, a "Midsummer Night" to remember, and a "Don Pasquale" that takes on ageism.
June 21, 2025