COMMUNITY & CULTURE
TOP PICKS Happenings Around Town
WHAT : Women of the Blues : A Coast-to-Coast Collection WHERE : National Blues Museum WHEN : Through March 31 The traveling exhibition features 60 photographs of women of all ages and ethnic backgrounds representing the blues , from southern soul to Chicago blues . Artists such as Mavis Staples , Susan Tedeschi , Nelly “ Tiger ” Travis and Shemekia Copeland are captured performing on stage by 16 photographers from around the world . $ 15 ; nationalbluesmuseum . org
WHAT : Orchid Show WHERE : Missouri Botanical Garden WHEN : 9 a . m . to 5 p . m ., Feb . 4 to March 26 Held in a tropical setting inside the Orthwein Floral Display Hall , this once-a-year opportunity features a rotating display of hundreds of orchids from the garden ’ s permanent living collection . $ 5 ( plus regular garden admission ); mobot . org
WHAT : Art in Bloom WHERE : Saint Louis Art Museum WHEN : Friday through Sunday , Feb . 24 to 26 See renowned works of art celebrated alongside stunning floral displays at this annual festival . More than 35 objets d ’ art from the museum ’ s collection are interpreted through vibrant , imaginative arrangements by some of the area ’ s top florists . Free admission ; slam . org
WHAT : Shen Yun WHERE : Peabody Opera House WHEN : Various times , Saturday and Sunday , Feb . 25 and 26 A magical production that interweaves 5,000 years of Chinese civilization into one unforgettable sensory experience . Immerse yourself in China ’ s rich cultural tradition , on full display with vividly costumed performers , dazzling choreography and an all-original score . $ 70 to $ 150 ; peabodyoperahouse . com
WHAT : To Kill A Mockingbird WHERE : The Rep WHEN : Various times , Feb . 8 to March 5 “ To Kill A Mockingbird ,” the classic American novel about growing up in Depression-era Alabama , continues to incite and inspire decades after the book was first published . With themes of racial injustice , class and gender roles , Harper Lee ’ s Pulitzer Prize-winning work is laden with subject matter that still resonates today . $ 18 to $ 81.50 ; ( 314 ) 968- 4925 or repstl . org
WHAT : It ’ s Only Love – Saint Louis Ballet WHERE : The Touhill , A-B Performance Hall WHEN : 8 p . m ., Sat ., Feb . 11 ; 2:30 p . m ., Sun ., Feb . 12 Saint Louis Ballet ’ s valentine-themed offering pays homage to Manhattan , set against some of George Gershwin ’ s best-loved songs . The George Balanchine ballet showcases solo , duet and ensemble dancing ; and features choreography by Francis Patrelle and artistic director Gen Horiuchi . $ 24 to $ 59 ; stlouisballet . org
WHAT : Lift Every Voice : Black History Month Celebration – St . Louis Symphony WHERE : Powell Hall WHEN : 7:30 p . m ., Fri ., Feb . 17 A soulful , musical jubilation at Powell Hall sets this annual concert apart . Guest Byron Stripling and the IN UNISON Chorus join the St . Louis Symphony in celebration of African-American culture and tradition . $ 28 ; slso . org
Cabaret
WHAT : Cabaret WHERE : The Fabulous Fox WHEN : Various times , March 7 to 19 Leave your troubles outside as you step inside the infamous Kit Kat Klub in pre-World War II Germany . The Roundabout Theatre Company presents its Tony Award-winning production , bringing back an enduring cast of characters like the emcee and Sally Bowles , as well as some of Broadway ’ s most memorable tunes . $ 25 to $ 100 ; fabulousfox . com
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