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Historic sites

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25 Illinois locations honored.

5 Louis Sullivan Architect honored at EAC.

6 "Cabaret"

Cast for Fox performances announced.

8 "MacBeth"

A modern take on a classic.

13 "John Wick: Chapter 2" Reeves scores again.

14 You Gotta Eat Kuma's Corner in Chicago.

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Coliseum Revisted Dance returns.

• Professional Bull Rider Built Ford Tough Series, Scottrade Center, St. Louis • Hidden Valley Ski. Tube. Ride., Hidden Valley Ski, St. Louis • Art In Bloom, St. Louis Art Museum, St. Louis • O w l P ro w l s , Wo r l d B i rd Sanctuary, St. Louis, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

• Sting: 57th & 9th Tour, The Pageant, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

• Bezz Believe, Jade, Sizzle, Beastkingz, Don Dizy, The Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 8:00 p.m.

• Scrambled, w/(TBA), Blueberry Hill, St. Louis, Doors 8:00 p.m.

• Skillet, w/Sick Puppies, Devour The Day, Pop's, Sauget, 8:00 p.m.

• Shapes, Tre Serpenti, The Right Hooks, Cicero's, University City, Doors 7:30 p.m.

• Mike Stern Band, Jazz at the Bistro, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

• Orchid Show 2017, Missouri B o t a n i c a l G a rd e n , S t . L o u i s , 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until February 23, 2017 • Degas, impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until May 7, 2017 • Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017

• 50 Years Of Blood, Sweat And Cheers- A Tribute to The St. Louis Blues, St. Louis Public Library, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Runs until March 4, 2017

Saturday February 25_______ • Professional Bull Rider Built Ford Tough Series, Scottrade Center, St. Louis • Mardi Gras St. Louis: Bud Light Grand Parade, Soulard Market Park, St. Louis • Shen Yun, Peabody Opera House, St. Louis • Hidden Valley Ski. Tube. Ride., Hidden Valley Ski, St. Louis • Art In Bloom, St. Louis Art Museum, St. Louis • O w l P ro w l s , Wo r l d B i rd Sanctuary, St. Louis, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

• Va l e r i e J u n e , w / P a t r i c k Hockett, Blueberry Hill, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

• P.R.E.A.C.H, w/Zeus Rebel Waters, LO-ER-KACE, Luhh B, ODDITY, Deezy Da Paperboy, Rec Riddles, G.Bravo, High55, Pop's, Sauget, 7:00 p.m.

• We Are United Local Showcase, Cicero's, University City, Doors 8:00 p.m.

• Mike Stern Band, Jazz at the Bistro, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

• Orchid Show 2017, Missouri B o t a n i c a l G a rd e n , S t . L o u i s , 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until

February 23, 2017 • Degas, impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until May 7, 2017 • Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017 • Self-Taught Genius: Treasures f ro m t h e A m e r i c a n F o l k A r t Museum, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Sunday February 26_______ • Professional Bull Rider Built Ford Tough Series, Scottrade Center, St. Louis • Mardi Gras St. Louis: Bud Light Grand Parade, Soulard Market Park, St. Louis • Shen Yun, Peabody Opera House, St. Louis • Hidden Valley Ski. Tube. Ride., Hidden Valley Ski, St. Louis • Art In Bloom, St. Louis Art Museum, St. Louis • O w l P ro w l s , Wo r l d B i rd Sanctuary, St. Louis, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

• Va l e r i e J u n e , w / P a t r i c k Hockett, Blueberry Hill, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

• P.R.E.A.C.H, w/Zeus Rebel Waters, LO-ER-KACE, Luhh B, ODDITY, Deezy Da Paperboy, Rec Riddles, G.Bravo, High55, Pop's, Sauget, 7:00 p.m.

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25 state sites earn recognition For The Edge The Illinois Historic Preservation Agency’s efforts to preserve and promote the state’s heritage paid off in 2016 with 25 properties being added to the National Register of Historic Places.

The sites recognized are scattered from Chicago to Belleville to the tiny village of New Burnside. They include a farmhouse designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, a Chicago manufacturing district, a one-room schoolhouse and a church that helped create modern gospel music.

Sites are added to the register by the National Park Service based on recommendations from the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency, which houses the state’s Historic Preservation Office. The 25 sites (plus expansions of two properties already on the register) were added throughout 2016.

“Each of these sites tells a unique story that is a part of the rich fabric of Illinois history,” said Heidi Brown-McCreery, director of the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency. “We are proud to work with local preservationists to obtain national recognition for these historic buildings and neighborhoods.”

The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of sites that merit special attention and preservation. Every Illinois county has at least one property or historic district listed in the National Register. Together, they represent a cross section of the Prairie State's history from its early settlement to the mid-20th century.

In general, properties have to be more than 50 years old to be eligible for the National Register. A listing places no obligations on private property owners but does make properties eligible for some financial incentives.

The 2016 additions to the National Register from Illinois were: COLLAR COUNTIES • Big Woods School, Aurora, Du Page County The school, built in 1918, was a high-quality version of what was considered to be a “modern” one-room schoolhouse. It was designed according to standards set by the state of Illinois to ensure that country schools had adequate light, ventilation, heat, and met safety and sanitary requirements. The community’s dedication to the school was proven when it was threatened with demolition. Concerned citizens organized and in 2014 created a non-for-profit foundation which purchased the school to preserve it.

• Bristol Congregational Church, Yorkville, Kendall County The Bristol Congregational Church is a significant example of rural church architecture exhibiting Greek Revival and Gothic Revival influences. It is Yorkville’s oldest surviving nonresidential building and the city’s only remaining 19th century church. Constructed in 1855, it has been a prominent landmark, making a strong contribution to the community’s sense of place.

• Ford House, Aurora, Kane County The Sam and Ruth Van Sickle Ford House, constructed in 1949-1950, is nationally significant as a masterwork of twentieth century architect Bruce Goff, a leader of the American Organic design movement. It displays many of the important qualities in his work, including a strong underlying geometry and complex spatial variety and a creative use of materials. From the Quonset hut ribs that give the house its basic form to the glass wall enclosing the main living space, it demonstrates uninhibited openness to exploring new uses for materials.

• Middle Avenue Historic District, Aurora, Kane County Two major elements contributed greatly to Aurora’s success: railroads and industry. The Middle Avenue Historic District, with properties dating from the 1890s to the 1950s, represents a unique confluence of the two. It developed around a specific railroad route known as the “Alley Job,” which transported material and products for manufacturers, distributors and warehouses. The Alley Job continued to run well into the 1980s, by which time most industries on the line were shuttered or relocated.

• Muirhead House, Plato Center, Kane County The Robert and Elizabeth Muirhead House, near Plato Center, Ill., was designed by noted architect Frank Lloyd Wright. It is an excellent example of the Usonian style he developed late in his career. Wright completed the design for the Muirhead House in 1951, and it was built between 1951 and 1953.

• Potter and Barker Grain Elevator, La Fox, Kane County The property is significant for grain handling, which was an important commercial enterprise in the La Fox area. The elevator was built in 1868 and operated until 1945. While the Potter and Barker Grain Elevator was moved 260 feet west from its original location, it is current location is compatible with the property's historical importance.

• Sloan House, Elmhurst, DuPage County The William and Jennette Sloane House was designed by Prairie School architect Walter Burley Griffin and completed in 1909. The house features stucco walls with dark-stained boards, horizontal windows and a relatively high-pitched roof, characteristics commonly found in Griffin’s earlier works.

• Van Hagen House, Barrington Hills, Lake County The George E. Van Hagen House, built around 1912, is significant as an estate house that combines characteristics of the Arts & Crafts movement with references to Federal architecture. Resting on five acres overlooking a pond and forested surroundings, the house expresses the lifestyle of a respected and successful entrepreneur, typical of many early

Overton Elementary School in Chicago, left, and the Ford House in Aurora. residents of the community.

COOK COUNTY • Arcade Building, Riverside The Arcade, built in 1871, was the first commercial building in Riverside and among the first commercial structures in the United States specifically conceived as an integral part of a planned community. A precursor to the modern shopping center, its purpose was to give local residents easy access to the conveniences of everyday life. In 1993, the Village of Riverside designated the Arcade Building a local landmark.

• Brainerd Bungalow Historic District, Chicago Early Chicago bungalow neighborhoods like Brainerd allowed working class families to own thoughtfully designed homes and build quiet residential communities. While a wide range of architects, developers and ethnicities contributed to Brainerd, the steady, rhythmic streetscapes create a strong and consistent architectural fabric. With over 500 brick bungalows, the district possesses a high degree of architectural and urban integrity.

• Brigham House, Glencoe Completed in 1909, the Edmund D. Brigham House was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in the Prairie style. It is the only local Prairie School-style house constructed in reinforced, board-formed concrete.

• Central Manufacturing District – Original East District, Chicago The Original East District of the Central Manufacturing District (CMD), located in Chicago's Bridgeport neighborhood, was first developed in 1902. It is believed to be the country’s first industrial park and became the national model during the interwar years. By 1915, 100 companies had located in the 185acre Original East District, and the CMD developed several additional industrial parks throughout the city and neighboring communities.

• Davis Theater, Chicago The theater is Lincoln Square’s sole surviving historic movie house and is among the oldest and longest-running movie theaters in the city. Originally the Pershing Theatre, it was designed by architect Walter Ahlschlager and is one of the last remaining theaters associated with Lubliner & Trinz, the prominent 1910s and 1920s Chicago movie theater chain. From 1918 until the 1970s, the Davis Theater served as an important part of the neighborhood, even embracing its local heritage by showing German-language films.

• Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church, Chicago Constructed in 1898-99, the building is the last one completed and designed by prominent Chicago architect Dankmar Adler.

In 1932 the first modern gospel choir is credited with having performed at the church, and with the performance came a new type of sacred song infused with "bluesy" rhythms. Under the direction of musical pioneers, including Thomas Andrew Dorsey, the "Father of Gospel Music," the church's gospel choir contributed to a new style of American music.

• Lemont Downtown Historic District, Lemont From canal-oriented industries, saloons and shops of the 19th century to the arrival of chain stores in the 20th century, Lemont’s historic downtown served as the community’s first major business center. It was also the governmental heart of Lemont, with the Village Hall, U.S. Post Office and municipal service buildings. The district also includes significant commercial architecture representative of 19th and 20th century business districts in smaller Illinois cities.

• Overton Elementary School, Chicago Located in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood on the city’s South Side, the Anthony Overton Elementary School is significant for representing a modern approach to education reform. It was built to serve Chicago’s underserved neighborhoods, primarily from nearby low-income public housing. The school is also important as an example of MidCentury Modern design. The building was completed in 1963 and designed by architects Perkins & Will, especially well known for their modern school designs.

• Third Church of Christ, Scientist, Chicago Commonly known as the Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church, Third Church of Christ, Scientist, was built in 1901 and designed by Chicago architect Hugh Garden. It displays both traditional classical elements such as the temple-front and columns and more “modern” motifs like highly abstracted and decorative geometric patterns. The church is a Chicago

Landmark.

DOWNSTATE • Downtown Aledo Historic District, Aledo, Mercer County Since its founding 1855, the district endures as the heart of the community. The district, which includes the Mercer County Courthouse, a Carnegie library, an opera house and a train station, is significant for its history and the variety of architectural styles represented, ranging from the mid-19th through the mid-20th centuries.

• Bridge at Thirteenth Street, St. Francisville, Lawrence County The 181-foot bridge, a good example of wooden timber construction, also is distinctive for its trestle bents. It was built in 1909 by the Cleveland, Cincinnati, Chicago & St. Louis Railway Company to allow for safe and effective travel over the railroad track, which has since been removed. In 1950, a steel beam was added to the main span. While now categorized as a hybrid, the bridge undoubtedly has the identifying characteristics of a “timber stringer,” one of few left in the vicinity.

• Broadview Mansion, Normal, McLean County Built in 1906 for its only private owners, Bird and Margaret Van Leer, the home is significant for its eclectic blend of architectural styles. Designed by Bloomington's renowned designer and builder Paul O. Moratz, the house shows influences of Prairie school, Craftsman, and Colonial Revival styles. The property’s 2.9-acre lot includes a Romanesque-style chime tower.

• Dupont House, New Burnside, Johnson County John Dupont was an effective politician who won county offices and participated in governmental organization in Reynoldsburg, New Burnside and Creal Springs. The house, built in 1872, is the only known elaborate, two-story Italianate structure to have survived from the 1870s in Johnson County. In addition to his political pursuits, Dupont operated several mills and expanded into coal mining.

• Freeport City Hall, Freeport, Stephenson County Constructed in 1899, the building served as Freeport's seat of government until 2011. Designed by David S. Schureman, the Portage red stone building is an excellent example of Richardsonian Romanesque architecture. Perhaps the most interesting feature of the building is the cornice frieze inscribed with names of figures from literature and science. Legend holds that since the architect was not allowed to place his name on the building’s cornerstone, he adorned it with names arranged so that their first letters would spell out his own name.

• Hauge Lutheran Church, Sheridan, La Salle County The church is located in Norway, Ill., the country’s first permanent community of Norwegian immigrants. From the 1830s to the early 1900s, the town acted as a springboard of sorts for Norwegian settlement in Illinois and the adjoining states.

Constructed in 1847, Hauge Lutheran Church was a centerpiece of the community, physically and socially. The church continues to play a role in preserving Norwegian culture in its current use as the Norsk Museum.

• Marquette Apartments, Peoria, Peoria County Marquette Apartments represents multiple-family dwellings in the pattern of American building traditions. With a construction date of 1924, it is indicative of multiple-family housing built between the wars. It is the only building of its type in Peoria remaining from that period. Marquette Apartments provided inexpensive housing for workers in the commercial, mercantile and government buildings of Peoria’s central business district.

• Turkey Hill Grange Hall, Belleville, St. Clair County The Order of Patrons of Husbandry, also known as the Grange, is the nation’s oldest agriculture advocacy group. It spoke out on railroad regulations, organized farmer co-ops and advocated for temperance and women’s right to vote. Turkey Hill Grange #1370, organized in 1874, is the earliest remaining grange in St. Clair County. The current hall, dating from 1937 – its third on the original site – is also significant as a good example of the Classical Revival style.

In addition to the new listings, two properties already on the register were expanded. They are the Central Springfield Historic District and the Garfield Farmstead and Tavern in the Kane County village of Campton Hills.

For more information on the National Register application process, visit http://www.illinois.gov/ihpa/Preserve/Pages/ Places.aspx

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Religion Iranians trample U.S. flag, mark Islamic anniversary TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iranians on Feb. 11 marked the anniversary of the country's 1979 Islamic Revolution with nationwide celebrations and mass rallies that saw people step on large U.S. flags laid out on the streets while President Hassan Rouhani called the new American administration "a problem."

This year, the anniversary came against the backdrop of remarks by President Donald Trump, who has already engaged in a war of words with Iran's leadership and put Tehran "on notice" over its recent ballistic missile test.

At the Tehran rallies Friday, demonstrators chanted traditional slogans against the United States and Israel, and later, hundreds of thousands marched toward the city's central Azadi Square, where Rouhani addressed the crowds, telling them that Iran will strongly answer any threat from its enemies.

"All of them should know that they must talk to the Iranian nation with respect and dignity," Rouhani declared. "Our nation will strongly answer to any threat. (Iranians) will resist before enemies until the end."

Rouhani called Iran the home of "lions" but said the country does not seek hostility. "We are not after tensions in the region and the world. We are united in the face of bullying and any threat."

Many of the marchers carried the Iranian flag, others had banners and posters with revolutionary slogans. Printed U.S. flags and

pictures of current and former U.S. presidents lay scattered on the streets — so they could be trampled by the marchers.

Iran and the U.S. have not had diplomatic relations since 1979, when Iranian students stormed the American Embassy and took 52 Americans hostage for 444 days.

Friday's rallies commemorated Feb. 11 of that year, when followers of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini ousted the U.S.-backed Shah Reza Pahlavi. The United States helped orchestrate the 1953 coup that overthrew Iran's popular prime minister, Mohammad Mossadegh, which brought Pahlavi to power and set the stage for decades of mistrust between the countries.

Some of the posters distributed in English on Friday read: "Thanks to American people for supporting Muslims."

Another one with a picture of Trump said: "Thanks Mr. Trump ... for revealing the face of the U.S." — a reference to remarks

by Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader, earlier this week.

Khamenei said on Tuesday that the "newcomer" Trump has shown the "real face" of the United States. He spoke after Trump tweeted — following a ballistic missile test

by Iran — that Iranians were "playing with fire," saying they "don't appreciate how 'kind' President (Barack) Obama was to them. Not me!"

Trump has repeatedly criticized the 2015 nuclear agreement between Iran, the U.S. and five other world powers, in which Tehran agreed to curb its uranium enrichment in exchange for the lifting of international sanctions, but he has not said what he plans to do about it.

His administration said Iran was "on notice" over the missile test, and imposed new sanctions on more than two dozen Iranian companies and individuals.

In Tehran, some of the demonstrators threw balls and darts targeting pictures of Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Others burned an American flag.

The semi-official ILNA news agency reported that an Israeli flag was also burned.

Many ranking officials attended the c e re m o n y i n Te h r a n , i n c l u d i n g G e n .

Qassem Soleimani who heads the Iranian Revolutionary Guard's Quds Force, which focuses on foreign operations such as the war in Syria and Iraq's fight against the Islamic State group where the Shiite power Iran supports Iraq's government.

Rouhani told reporters prior to addressing the crowds that Iranians will make the U.S. regret using threatening language, according to the semi-official ISNA news agency.

"Anyone who speaks the language of threat to this nation, the Iranian nation will make him regret" it, he said, without elaborating.

"This presence (of demonstrators) is a response to wrong comments by new leaders in the White House, and they announce with their presence to the world that they (U.S. leaders) should talk with respect and not use threatening language to the Iranian nation," Rouhani added.

Iranian state television aired footage of commemorations in Tehran and other cities and towns across the country, many of them held in sub-zero temperatures.

In the central city of Kashan, the official IRNA news agency said the country's prosecutor general, Mohammad Jafar Montazeri, told reporters that members of the Islamic State group have been arrested near Tehran. "They planned to sabotage" the anniversary rallies, he said.

And Khamenei's senior adviser, Gen. Rahim Safavi, said during a similar rally in the southern city of Ahvaz that the "evil triangle" or America, Britain and Israel "cannot create a serious military threat against Iran."

Tehran resident Mohammad Soufi, 33, a medical lab technician, said Trump's recent stance encouraged him and his wife to participate in the rally this year.

"We did not participate in the rally for more than 10 years," he said. "This year my wife told me: 'Let's go out to show to the world, particularly Trump, that we love our county despite differences'."

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407 Edwardsville Rd. (Rt. 162) Troy, IL 62294 667-6241 Dennis D. Price, Pastor Sunday Worship: 8 a.m., 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 10:35 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Youth Services New Life Student Ministry www.troyumc.org

Sunday Worship: Traditional Service 8:00 AM Sunday School 9:15 AM Contemporary Service 10:30 AM

The Bahá’is of Edwardsville warmly welcome and invite you to investigate the teachings of the Bahá’i Faith.

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131 N. Main St., Glen Carbon, IL 288-5700 Dr. Penelope H. Barber Sunday Morning Worship 8:30 & 10:30a.m.

Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Senior High Youth Group Sunday - 6:30 p.m.

Mid-Week - Every Wednesday evening Wed. Night Meal - 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Kids Connection - K-5th grade - 6-7 p.m.

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Adult Classes & Prayer Shawl Ministry - 6:30-8 p.m.

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327 Olive Street • Edw, IL 656-0845 Steve Jackson, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Morning Worship: 10:45 a.m.

Wed. Early Morning Prayer: 5:00 a.m.

Wed. Bible Study: 7:00 p.m.

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ST. BONIFACE CATHOLIC CHURCH

110 N. Buchanan Edwardsville 656-6450 Very Reverend Jeffrey Goeckner

Sacrament of Reconciliation: Wed., & Thurs. - 6 pm Saturday - 3:30-4:00 pm Saturday Vigil Mass - 4:15 pm Sunday Mass 8:15 am, 10:15 am, 5:15 pm Spanish Mass - 12:15 pm Daily Mass Schedule - Mon., 5:45 pm Tues., Thurs., Fri. - 8:00 am Wed., & Thurs. - 6:45 pm

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8:45 a.m. ~ Contemporary Worship 9:45 a.m. ~ Sunday School 10:45 a.m. ~ Traditional Worship Free Friday Lunch - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

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The Arts

For the Intelligencer

Pictured are works, done in the tradition of architect Louis Sullivan, that will be on display at the Edwardsville Arts Center.

EAC puts focus on Louis Sullivan Exhibit a tribute to "Father of the Skyscraper"

By JULIA BIGGS Of The Edge

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ouis Sullivan, known as “The Father of the Skyscraper,” is a well-known name in historical American architecture having produced some of the country’s most beautiful buildings.

This revolutionary and brilliant Chicago architect is the focus of the Edwardsville Arts Center next exhibit, “Louis’ Legacy: Artists Respond to Louis Sullivan” which is now on display.

Curated by Brigham Dimick, SIUE Professor of Art & Design, this exhibit will juxtapose Sullivan architectural ornaments from the SIUE University Museum collection with regional artists who use the form of Sullivan’s work and biography of his life as a platform for their own creative projects. “Though the relationship between a participating artists’ works and particular ornaments displayed do not necessarily have direct correspondences, artists are making work that results from studying Sullivan’s work and using it as a platform for their own creative development,” Dimick explained.

Participating artists in this exhibit will include Mike Mason (posthumous) digital imaging; Dan Barnett, ceramicist/blacksmith; Mike Gesiakowski, ceramic sculptor; Chris Day, large scale black and white painting; Albert Kuo, painter; Regan Melton, drawing multiples; Katie Lochhead, drawing; Brigham Dimick, drawing; John Celuch, photography; and Thad Duhigg, sculpture.

Dimick described a few pieces in the show including Albert Kuo’s giant wall piece which is approximately eight foot wide by seven foot high that also emerges eight inches from the wall. “While this hybrid between painting and sculptural relief aligns with Kuo’s creative trajectory that explores painted illusion with physicality, it is clearly inspired by the relief

ornament of Louis Sullivan that Albert studied attentively,” Dimick noted.

“Regan Melton is making a series of small drawings that juxtapose the beauty of Sullivan fragments with beautifully rendered studies of the not-so-beautiful ceilings in the warehouse where she works,” Dimick added about another artist.

Dimick himself also has a piece in the exhibit. “I am presenting a painting that was chiefly created on-site at the St. Louis Zoo of the chimpanzee habitat,” he said.

“An illusion of Louis Sullivan’s Wainwright Tomb is painted as if it was a crumbling relic within the habitat of this endangered primate. The work deliberately juxtaposes

the mutual vulnerability of human mortality and a species threatened with extinction.”

“Louis’ Legacy: Artists Respond to Louis Sullivan” runs from Feb. 10 through March 17 at the Edwardsville Arts Center which is located at 6165 Center Grove Rd. The EAC is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday. It is closed Sunday through Monday. Concurrently, In the student gallery is work from Edwardsville District 7 Middle Schools, Liberty and Lincoln.

This exhibit is also a part of a collaboration with the SIUE Arts & Issues’ presentation of the documentary,

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“Louis Sullivan: The Struggle for American Architecture” and “Louis Sullivan Architectural Ornaments at SIUE Conference: Bringing the Past to Life in the 21st Century” presented by the SIUE Lovejoy Library.

The documentary was screened Feb. 23 while the Sullivan conference took place from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Feb. 24 with sessions at the SIUE Morris University Center, the EAC and Lovejoy Library.

Visit www.artsandissues.com for additional ticket information about the Sullivan documentary showing and www. siue.edu/lovejoylibrary/ for information about the free Sullivan conference.

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The Arts Musical coming to the Fabulous Fox March 7 to 19 For The Edge T h e F a b u l o u s F o x T h e a t re announced today casting for the St. Louis premiere of the national tour of Sam Mendes (Spectre, American Beauty) and Rob Marshall’s (Into the Woods and Chicago, the films) Tony Award®-winning production of "Cabaret".

Jon Peterson, a veteran of Roundabout’s "Cabaret" on Broadway and well known for his various roles on London’s West End, including CATS, A Chorus Line and The Sound of Music, will be starring in the role as the Emcee while Leigh Ann Larkin, known on Broadway for her roles in Gypsy (Dainty June) and A Little Night Music, will be making her "Cabaret" debut as Sally Bowles. Joining them are Benjamin Eakeley ("Cabaret"/Broadway) as Clifford Bradshaw, Alison E w i n g ( " C a b a re t " / B ro a d w a y ) as Fräulein Kost, Mary Gordon Murray (Hands on a Hardbody) as Fräulein Schneider, Scott Robertson ("Cabaret"/Broadway) as Herr Schultz and Patrick Vaill (Macbeth) as Ernst Ludwig.

True quadruple threats, the cast which also doubles as the Kit Kat Band includes Kelsey Beckert (Seven Brides for Seven Brothers), Sarah Bishop (42nd Street), Chelsey Clark, Jenna Zito Clark (Saturday Night Fever), Ryan DeNardo (Grease), Lori Eure ("Cabaret"/Broadway), Kendal Hartse (Cinderella), Andrew Hubacher ("Cabaret"/Broadway), Joey Khoury (Altar Boyz), Chris Kotera (Evita), Tommy McDowell (American Idiot), Laura Sheehy ("Cabaret"/Broadway), Steven We n s l a w s k i ( S p a m a l o t ) , B o b Amaral (A Funny Thing….) and Lucy Sorlucco (The Phantom of the Opera). The Kit Kat Band is under the direction of conductor Robert Cookman and also features Alec Bart (Associate Music Director/ keyboard), Bobby Brennen (bass), Preston Haining (trumpet) and Taurus Lovely (drums).

Tickets for "Cabaret" at the Fabulous Fox are on sale now online at MetroTix.com, by calling 314-5341111 or in person at the Fabulous Fox Box Office. Ticket prices start at $25. Prices are subject to change; please refer to FabulousFox.com for current pricing. "Cabaret" is part of the U.S. Bank Broadway Series.

Performances of "Cabaret" at the Fabulous Fox run March 7 – 19.

Show times are Tuesday through Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m., Saturday afternoons at 2 p.m. and Sunday afternoons at 1 p.m. There will also be an evening performance on Sunday, March 12 at 6:30 p.m. and a matinee performance on Thursday, March 16 at 1 p.m.

John Kander, Fred Ebb and Joe Masteroff ’s Tony-winning musical features some of the most memorable songs in theatre history, including “"Cabaret",” “Willkommen” and “Maybe This Time.” "Cabaret" is set in the infamous Kit Kat Klub, where the Emcee, Sally Bowles and a raucous ensemble take the stage nightly to tantalize the crowd––and to leave their troubles outside.

Roundabout Theatre Company’s tour of "Cabaret" features original Broadway direction by Sam Mendes and original co-direction & choreography by Rob Marshall.

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A scene from "Cabaret," which will performed at the Fox March 7 to 19. of BT McNicholl (Spamalot) and choreography is recreated by Cynthia Onrubia (Victor/Victoria).

The design team includes set design

by Robert Brill (Assassins), costume design by William Ivey Long (Chicago), lighting design by Peggy Eisenhauer (Ragtime) and Mike Baldassari (“Nine”), sound design

by Keith Caggiano (The Radio City Christmas Spectacular) based on the original Broadway design

by Brian Ronan with hair and wig design by Paul Huntley. "Cabaret" features orchestrations by Michael Gibson (The Boy From Oz), music supervision & vocal arrangements

by Patrick Vaccariello (On Your Feet) and music direction by Robert Cookman (Legally Blonde).

"Cabaret" is based on the play by John Van Druten and stories by Christopher Isherwood.

Roundabout Theatre Company’s acclaimed production of "Cabaret" first opened on Broadway on March 19, 1998 starring Alan Cumming and Natasha Richardson and won four Tony Awards including Best Revival of a Musical. "Cabaret" went on to play on Broadway for six years and 2,378 performances before finishing its run on January 4, 2004.

"Cabaret" returned to Broadway and the infamous Studio 54 with performances beginning March 21, 2014 with Alan Cumming reprising his Tony-winning role as the Emcee.

The production featured Michelle Williams, Emma Stone and Sienna Miller in the role of Sally Bowles and played 423 performances through March 29, 2015. The current national tour of "Cabaret" began performances on Jan. 26, 2016 in Providence, RI. "Cabaret" premiered on Broadway in 1966 and won eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, in addition to the New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award, the Outer Critics’ Circle Award,

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the Variety Poll of New York Critics, and London’s Evening Standard Award. The original Broadway production played 1,166 performances.

ROUNDABOUT ON TOUR: Roundabout Theatre Company was most recently represented a c ro s s t h e c o u n t r y w i t h t h e critically acclaimed, multi-awardwinning national tour of Anything Goes starring Rachel York which toured for 48 weeks. Before that, Twelve Angry Men toured for 2 years, spending 63 weeks across the United States and Canada.

Roundabout’s longest-running musical, the revival of "Cabaret", received a multi-year tour across the country beginning in 1999.

In 2011, Roundabout Theatre Company’s acclaimed work reached a worldwide cinema audience with the HD capture and broadcast of their Tony nominated production of The Importance of Being Earnest, starring Brian Bedford.

Roundabout Theatre Company is committed to producing the highest quality theatre with the finest artists, sharing stories that endure, and providing accessibility to all audiences. A not-for-profit company, Roundabout fulfills its mission each season through the production of classic plays and musicals; development and production of new works by established and emerging writers; educational initiatives that enrich the lives of children and adults; and a subscription model and audience outreach programs that cultivate and engage all audiences.

Roundabout Theatre Company p re s e n t s a v a r i e t y o f p l a y s , musicals, and new works on its five stages, each of which is specifically designed to enhance the needs of Roundabout’s m i s s i o n . O f f - B r o a d w a y, t h e Harold and Miriam Steinberg

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Center for Theatre, which houses the Laura Pels Theatre and Black Box Theatre, with its simple sophisticated design, is perfectly suited to showcasing new plays. The grandeur of its Broadway home on 42nd Street, American Airlines Theatre, sets the ideal stage for the classics.

Roundabout’s Studio 54 provides an exciting and intimate Broadway venue for its musical and special event productions. The Stephen Sondheim Theatre offers a state of the art LEED certified Broadway theatre in which to stage major l a rg e - s c a l e m u s i c a l re v i v a l s .

Together these distinctive homes serve to enhance Roundabout’s work on each of its stages.

American Airlines is the official airline of Roundabout Theatre Company. Roundabout productions are supported, in part, with public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

Roundabout’s season in 2017 includes Arthur Miller ’s T h e P r i c e , d i re c t e d b y Te r r y Kinney; If I Forget by Steven Levenson, directed by Daniel Sullivan; Marvin’s Room by Scott McPherson, directed by Anne Kauffman; Napoli, Brooklyn

by Meghan Kennedy, directed

by Gordon Edelstein; the spring 2017 Roundabout Underground production is On the Exhale, a new play by Martín Zimmerman, directed by Leigh Silverman.

Roundabout’s new off-Broadway season dedicated to new work at the Harold & Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre in 2017-2018 will include The Last Match, by Anna Ziegler, directed by Gaye Taylor Upchurch; Amy and the

Orphans, by Lindsey Ferrentino, directed by Scott Ellis; Skintight,

by Joshua Harmon, directed by Daniel Aukin.

Roundabout Underground’s 2017-2018 season will include Too Heavy for your Pocket, by Jiréh Breon Holder.

CAST BIOS: JON PETERSON (Emcee).

Broadway: "Cabaret". London West End includes: The Sound of Music, Dames at Sea, She Loves Me, A Chorus Line, CATS, “Y”, Sophisticated Ladies, Cavalcade, Whoop-Dee-Doo!, Definitely Doris, On Your Toes, Blitz! Off-Broadway includes: George M. Cohan Tonight, Have A Heart, The George M. Cohan Review, Sophisticated Ladies, Half a Sixpence, The World Goes Round, The Rocky Horror Show, A Chorus Line. Theatre Aspen: Peter and the Starcatcher.

Film includes: Then, Sketch, Coffee and Cabbage, A Moment, Track, The Lost City of Tomorrow, My Life Sucks, Rick’s Pawn Shop, Death’s Waiting Room, Like the Spider, The Color of War, Human After All, Face to Face, Penny Saver, Proverbia, Anna Ballerina, Mail Order Wife and Surviving Picasso.. Albums: Skidoo! George M Cohan Tonight, The Johnny Mercer Jamboree, Irving Berlin Revisited.

LEIGH ANN LARKIN (Sally Bowles). Broadway credits: A Little Night Music (Petra) and Gypsy (Dainty June). Appeared in the National Tour of Disney’s On The Record, and regionally in both The Alliance Theatre and The Ahmanson Theatre’s productions of Harmony (Mary), The Kennedy Center ’s Ragtime (Evelyn Nesbit), New York City Center ’s Gypsy (Dainty June), C a p i t a l C i t y T h e a t re ’ s Vi o l e t (Violet), Williamstown Theatre Festival, Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera, Pittsburgh Musical T h e a t r e , a n d Yo r k T h e a t r e .

Featured on the cast recordings of A Little Night Music, Gypsy, and Disney’s On The Record. Film/TV appearances include “The Good Wife,” “Elementary,” “Lipstick Jungle,” “Flight of the Concords,” and Remember to Breathe. Many thanks to everyone at Stewart Talent and Untitled Entertainment.

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Leighannlarkin.com BENJAMIN EAKELEY (Clifford Bradshaw) played Max and Cliff in the Studio 54 revival of "Cabaret" o p p o s i t e M i c h e l l e Wi l l i a m s , Emma Stone and Sienna Miller.

Other Broadway: She Loves Me, On a Clear Day, Sweeney Todd (also National Tour). Film/TV: 6 feature films, “The Blacklist,” “Orange is the New Black,” “The Good Wife.” Regional: Goodspeed, Pioneer, Cincinnati Playhouse and 3 seasons at NJ Shakes. Solo "Cabaret": Broadway Swinger.

Education: Yale University.

ALISON EWING (Fräulein Kost, Fritzie; u/s Sally) is honored to be in this beautiful production after playing Lulu in the 1998 Broadway, 1st National and Paris productions.

Other Favorites: Mamma Mia!Broadway, Vegas & National Tour (Tanya), Flashdance-National Tour (Tess), Ain’t Nothin’ But The BluesTheatreworks, Sweet CharityCenter Rep. Love to Keith.

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The Arts Continued from Page 6 MARY GORDON MURRAY (Fräulein Schneider). Broadway: Hands on a Hardbody, Into the Woods (Baker ’s Wife), Little Me (Best Actress Tony nom.), Footloose, Coastal Disturbances, Grease, Play Me a Country Song, I Love My Wife, The Robber Bridegroom. OffBroadway, Original Casts: A...My Name is Alice, The Knife. TV: Showtime’s “DC: 9/11” (Laura Bush), “One Life to Live” (Becky), over 30 episodics. On faculty at AMDA College and Conservatory.

SCOTT ROBERTSON (Herr Schultz) reprises the role he played on Broadway, celebrating 40 years on the NY stage.

Broadway: Living On Love starring Renee Fleming, Damn Yankees with Jerry Lewis, Pajama Game, Grease. Off-B’way: Choir Boy, Glorious Ones, Mayor, It’s Only a Play.

Regional: Harmony, Falsettos, Annie 2, Damn Yankees, London. Film/TV: In and Out, Tenderness, “Mildred Pierce,” “Boardwalk Empire,” “Billions.” Solo: Noises On (Writer/ Performer).

PATRICK VAILL (Ernst Ludwig). Broadway: Macbeth, Off-Broadway: Edward The Second (Red Bull Theater), Also The York Theater Company, NY Fringe, Fringe Encores, The Brick, and others. Regional Includes: Oklahoma! (Bard Summerscape; Daniel Fish, dir.) Othello, Henry IV, pts 1&2, Henry V, Richard II, As You Like It (Shakespeare Theatre Company), Bay Street Theater, and others.

FILM: Xmas In July. Education: MFA: NYUGraduate Acting Program.

KELSEY BECKERT (Swing). National Tour: Seven Brides... (Liza, Milly u/s). Regional: Oklahoma! (Laurey u/s), Do Black... Reflect Up? (Nancy). Dedicated to family, friends, teachers, casting, and Eddie at Take 3 who have helped make this dream come true. Montclair State University BFA. www.kelseybeckert.com SARAH BISHOP (Helga). Touring debut!

Regional: 42nd Street at Pittsburgh CLO. Other roles include: Legally Blonde (Elle), Singin’ In the Rain (Lina) and The Sound of Music (Maria). CCM grad. Thank you to Mom, Dad, family, friends and Harden Curtis! www. sarahbishop.net CHELSEY CLARK (Lulu). A proud San Bernardino, California girl, and the biggest fan of my Elon University family. Performing in this show has been a dream, nearly 20 years in the making. LGSPA, Candlelight Pavilion, Elon, my Pod, family and incredible mom and dad, this is for you. Love is love is love is love.

Cynthia, Roundabout, Todd at ATB, thank you so much. R&K. Life is beautiful.

JENNA ZITO CLARK (Rosie): National Tour: Saturday Night Fever (Pauline). Regional: Les Miserables (Eponine), A Chorus Line (Morales), Thoroughly Modern Millie (Millie).

Thank you to friends, family, and my husband Michael for always supporting me. Special thanks to my grandparents for letting me listen to and fall in love with "Cabaret" at the age of 6, and my parents for never letting me give up cello lessons. Hartt School Grad. Jennazitoclark. com RYAN DeNARDO (Hans; u/s Ernst Ludwig). Touring debut. Regional: Grease, "Cabaret", Buddy Holly Story, Pump Boys and Dinettes, Les Misérables, West Side Story. TV: “Fakers”, “My Crazy Love”, “Almost College”.

He performs and records with rock band Worthy Fools. BFA, Ithaca College. Love to Mom, Dad, & Laura. RyanDeNardo.com LORI EURE (Swing; u/s Fräulein Kost; Dance Captain), originally from North Carolina, is thrilled to come full circle returning to this incredible production. Broadway:

"Cabaret" (98' revival) Sally Bowles cover/ Swing. National tour: 1st National tour "Cabaret", The Buddy Holly Story. Favorite Regional Theatre: Women of Woodstock, Ring of Fire, The Buddy Holly Story, Wonderland, We Will Rock You (Las Vegas Cast), Footloose, Beehive at The Kennedy Center. TV credits include: “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” “Spin City” and “LI Divas” (web series). Lori gives much thanks and love to her family and friends.

KENDAL HARTSE (Texas; u/s Sally Bowles, Fräulein Kost). Broadway: Cinderella, On A Clear Day You Can See Forever. New York/ Regional: Cry Eden (Eve), Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Yitzhak), Taming of the Shrew (Baptista/Lucentio), Crazy For You (Polly).

B.F.A., Boston Conservatory. Thanks to Carnahan Casting and The Roster. Love and gratitude to family, friends, and Austin. Thanks for the violin, Grandpop! kendalhartse.com ANDREW HUBACHER (Victor; u/s Ernst Ludwig). "Cabaret" (Milwaukee Repertory) Camelot (Goodspeed) Crazy For You (Riverside Theatre) Music Man and Jesus Christ Superstar (Kansas City Starlight).

Thanks to mom and dad for getting this kid a trombone when he asked for a saxophone. Soli Deo Gloria.

JOEY KHOURY (Bobby; u/s Emcee).

Originally from Kaysville, Utah. Studied music and theatre at Weber State University.

New York: Altar Boyz, Radio City Christmas Spectacular, National Tours: Altar Boyz (First National), Radio City Christmas Spectacular (Arena Tour). Regional: Pirates of Penzance (Frederick), Fiddler on the Roof (Motel), Little Shop Of Horrors (Seymore). Love to Mom & Dad. CHRIS KOTERA (Swing; u/s Emcee).

National Tour: Evita. Many regional credits across this great nation. Graduate of The University of Oklahoma (BFA Musical Theatre Performance), Miller Marley School of Dance, Music Theatre Kansas City, Heartland School of the Violin, and the Upright Citizens Brigade.

Much thanks to Eddie at Take 3, my family, friends, coaches, and especially teachers!

Support arts education. @ChrisKotera TOMMY McDOWELL (Herman, Customs Official, Max; u/s Clifford Bradshaw). Tours: American Idiot [1st National] (Swing), A Year With Frog & Toad (Snail); NYC: Urinetown, Hudson Guild Theatre (Bobby Strong); Regional: Duck Commander Musical (Jase, Willie u/s), Grey Gardens (Joe Kennedy, Jr.), Hairspray (Link), The Who’s Tommy (Tommy), Joseph… (Ruben). www.tommymcdowell.com @tommy_mcdowell LAURA SHEEHY (Frenchie, Gorilla).

Broadway: "Cabaret" (Roundabout); OffBroadway: Joe Fearless (Atlantic Theater), Cycle (Cherry Lane); Regional: The Heart of Robin Hood (A.R.T.), Mental Head Circus (aerialist, pianist), Cirque du Soleil (guest artist). TV: “Saturday Night Live” (associate choreographer), “The Miraculous Year” (Kathryn Bigelow, dir.), “American Idol” (aerialist for Rihanna), Country Music Awards (aerialist for Sarah Evans), MTV Music Awards (dancer for Ricky Martin), “The Jon Stewart Show.” NYU graduate. Love to Ryan and my family.

STEVEN WENSLAWSKI (Swing). National tours: Spamalot, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Fosse, Tommy Tune's Dr. Dolittle. Regional: Kennedy Center, Dallas Theater Center, Theater Under the Stars, Sacramento Music Circus, North Shore Music Theater, Human Race Theater Company, Ogunquit Playhouse, and others. Love to Family!

BOB AMARAL (Standby for Herr Schultz).

Broadway: Guys & Dolls, …Forum, The Lion King. National Tours: The Producers (Max), The Lion King (Pumbaa), The Wizard of Oz (Cowardly Lion), Annie Get Your Gun (Pawnee Bill) & more. Regional: Anything Goes, Hairspray, Old Jews Telling Jokes, Little Shop of Horrors, Fiddler on the Roof, The Merry Widow at SF Opera & more. TV: “Morton & Hayes,” “N. Y. P. D. Blue,” “Mad About You,” “Babylon 5” & more. Proud AEA member for 37 years.

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LUCY SORLUCCO (Standby for Fräulein Schneider). Tours: "Cabaret" (Schneider), Phantom of the Opera (Giry). Regional: "Cabaret" (WBT, Foothills, Ogunquit), Miracle on 34th Street (WBT). Off-Broadway: Evergreen (Prospect Theater). NY: FACT, Abingdon, GFL, Downtown Music. Love to BT, Mom, Stuart & Geoffrey!

CREATIVE BIOS: JOE MASTEROFF (Book). Born in 1919 in

Philadelphia, he had only one dream from infancy: to write for the theatre. After the essential lonely childhood and four year stint in the air force, he came to New York to face his future: book-writer or book seller? Luckily, luck intervened. Before long he had three shows on Broadway bearing his name: The Warm Peninsula starring Julie Harris, and two musicals She Loves Me and "Cabaret", for which he was the book-writer. Thanks to indulgent parents, the New Dramatists, Hal Prince, and many others, he is now retired and living in subdued luxury.

JOHN KANDER (Music) & FRED EBB (Lyrics). The John Kander and Fred Ebb collaboration of four decades has created what many would consider Broadway standards and contemporary classics. One of their first collaborations became a hit song for Barbra Streisand “My Coloring Book” earning John and Fred a Grammy nomination. In 1965 the pair worked on their first Broadway show Flora the Red Menace, produced by Hal Prince and directed by George Abbott. Flora also introduced a rising new star Liza Minnelli.

Followed by: "Cabaret" (Tony Award music and lyrics), The Happy Time, Zorba, 70 Girls 70, Chicago, The Act, Woman of the Year (Tony Award music and lyrics), The Rink, Kiss of the Spider Woman (Tony Award music and lyrics) and Steel Pier. Their collaboration also transferred itself to movies and television as they wrote original material for the Academy Awards, “Liza with a Z” and HBO’s Liza Minnelli’s “Steppin Out” (both Emmy winners), “Baryshnikov on Broadway”, “Goldie and Liza Together”, “Funny Lady”, “Lucky Lady”, “New York, New York”, “Steppin Out”, and “Chicago”, the movie. In 1985 the song “New York, New York” became the official anthem of New York City. At the time of the unfortunate death of Mr. Ebb in 2004, Kander and Ebb had several projects in different stages of completion waiting in the wings, including: Tony nominated Curtains which played at the Al Hirschfeld Theater on Broadway in 2007, twelve-time Tony nominated The Scottsboro Boys which opened on Broadway in 2010, All About Us (an adaptation of Thornton Wilders “The Skin of our Teeth”) and The Visit which had a successful run at the Goodman Theater in Chicago and The Signature Theatre in Fairfax, VA starring Chita Rivera. Mr. Kander is currently collaborating with author/playwright Greg Pierce on two new projects, The Landing and Kid Victory. The Visit, starring Chita Rivera, will begin previews on Broadway on March 26 and open on April 23, 2015.

SAM MENDES (Director) directing work spans twenty five years. In 1989 he became first Artistic Director of the Minerva Theatre. In 1992 he founded Donmar Warehouse in London and served as the Artistic Director, also directing their award winning plays: Assassins, The Glass Menagerie, Company, Uncle Vanya and Twelfth Night. Mendes also founded the Bridge Project, a joint venture between The Old Vic and BAM, directing their acclaimed productions: The Tempest, The Cherry Orchard, A Winter’s Tale and Richard III. He has also directed for the RSC, National Theatre, West End and on Broadway. He is the recipient of several Tony and Olivier Awards. Film credits include Away We Go, Revolutionary Road, Jarhead, Road to Perdition and Oscar® winning American Beauty. Most recently he directed the BAFTA and Academy Award-winning Skyfall, grossing over $1 billion dollars. Mendes has received the Directors Guild Lifetime Achievement Award and has also been awarded a CBE. R O B M A R S H A L L ( C o - D i r e c t o r, Choreographer). A six-time Tony Award nominee and George Abbott Award winner, Marshall was nominated for Tonys for direction and choreography for "Cabaret". His stage work includes Broadway productions of Little Me, Kiss of the Spider Woman, She Loves Me, Damn Yankees, Victor/Victoria, A Funny Thing...Forum, and Company. Marshall's film Chicago was the winner of six Oscars including Best Picture. For that film Marshall received the DGA Award, an Oscar, Golden Globe, and BAFTA award nominations, the National Board of Review Award and the New York Film Critics Award. His epic film Memoirs of a Geisha was the winner of three Oscars, three BAFTA Awards and a Golden Globe. Marshall's film Nine was nominated for four Oscars, five Golden Globes and 10 Critics Choice Awards.

His film, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, grossed over one billion dollars, making it one of the highest grossing films in history.

His film version of the Sondheim/ Lapine

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Musical Into the Woods was recently nominated for three Oscars, three Golden Globes, two BAFTA Awards and one Screen Actors Guild Award. Marshall has won four Emmys and the American Choreography Award for his work on NBC's “Tony Bennett: An American Classic" and the TV musical Annie.

ROBERT BRILL (Set & Club Design).

Broadway: "Cabaret", Jesus Christ Superstar, Assassins (Tony nom), Buried Child, Guys and Dolls (Tony nom), Design for Living, A Streetcar Named Desire, Laugh Whore, The Story of My Life, The Good Body, Anna in the Tropics, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, and The Rehearsal. Other credits include The Flaming Lips' musical Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Christopher Plummer's A Word or Two, Moby-Dick (Dallas Opera), Faust (Met/ENO), Sinatra (Radio City), On the Record (Disney), American in Paris (Boston Ballet), A Clockwork Orange (Steppenwolf), and The Laramie Project (BAM and others). Founding member of Sledgehammer Theatre and recipient of the Merritt Award for Excellence in Design and Collaboration.

WILLIAM IVEY LONG (Costume Design).

Current Broadway: On the Twentieth Century and Chicago, now in its 18th year. Previous Roundabout: The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Don’t Dress For Dinner, Pal Joey, The Ritz, A Streetcar Named Desire, Twentieth Century, The Man Who Came To Dinner, "Cabaret" (1998), 1776, Company, Picnic, The Homecoming. Select Broadway: Bullets Over Broadway, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella, Grey Gardens, Hairspray, The Producers, Crazy For You, Nine.

Other: The Merry Widow at The Metropolitan Opera. Mr. Long has 13 Tony Award nominations, winning 6 times. He was inducted into the Theatre Hall of Fame in 2006, and was elected Chairman of the American Theatre Wing in June 2012. www.williamiveylong.com PEGGY EISENHAUER (Lighting Design) designs concurrently for Broadway, film, and the music industry. She is known most prominently as design partner to renowned lighting designer Jules Fisher, a 29-year collaboration. Broadway design highlights include Lucky Guy, Jane Eyre, Gypsy, Ragtime, Noise/Funk, Assassins, and Victor Victoria. Music industry highlights include Tracy Chapman, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Whitney Houston, and Neil Young. Her designs for film include Chicago, School of Rock, Dreamgirls, The Producers, and Burlesque.

In 2010 she was selected as one of Variety’s 100 Women of Impact in Hollywood. She is the recipient of three Tony awards and eight nominations.

MIKE BALDASSARI (Lighting Design) is a Tony and Emmy nominated Lighting Designer whose work has spanned many industries and 25+ countries. Films include: Nine, Rock of Ages, Joyful Noise, Sex and The City 2, Going the Distance, Neil Young Trunk Show.

Broadway: "Cabaret", First Date, Upcoming Holler If Ya Hear Me. European: Beauty and The Beast. Family entertainment: Yo Gabba Gabba. World premières; Tennessee William’s One Arm, Somewhere In Time, 13, Nerds.

Multiple National Tours. Production Designer: Alice In Chains, co-designed Neil Young’s “Chrome Dreams”. Television: U2’s Top Of The Rock, SNL’s Digital Shorts, Mary J. Blige, Tim McGraw. Emmy Nomination: Garth Brooks Central Park. www.mike-o-matic.com KEITH CAGGIANO (Sound Design) has worked across the country and internationally, from musicals on Broadway and London’s West End to spectacles in Vegas and Australia.

Select credits include (Broadway/Off-Broad­ way) Radio City Spring Spectacular, "Cabaret", Disenchanted, Bare, (National Tours) Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, Nice Work If You Can Get It, Anything Goes, (Regional) Big River, Guys and Dolls, Hedwig and the Angry Inch and Little Shop of Horrors.

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Washington University puts modern twist on "MacBeth"

For the Intelligencer Fair is foul, and foul is fair: Hover through the fog and filthy air — From ‘Macbeth,’ Act I, Scene I The war is won, the enemy vanquished, the victors basking in glory. And then it all goes wrong.

“For many years, I saw ‘Macbeth’ as a story of good and evil,” said Henry Schvey, professor of drama in the Performing Arts Department (PAD) in Arts & Sciences, who will direct the Shakespeare classic in Edison Theatre beginning Feb. 24.

B u t a s h e p re p a re d f o r t h e production, amidst the turmoil of the 2016 presidential election, “the play began to strike m e d i f f e r e n t l y. I t f e l t m o r e ambiguous, less black-and-white.

“It seemed a story of moral corruption.”

Traditional readings of “the Scottish play” emphasize the role of Lady Macbeth in pushing her husband to assassinate King Duncan. But to Schvey, who is setting the play in modern dress, this elides the complexity of both the characters and their marriage.

“The murder emanates from their relationship,” Schvey contended. “If you read the text closely, it’s clear that killing the king has been in their thoughts.

Perhaps it was a plan, perhaps it was just an outlandish idea.

But when she pushes him, it’s towards an agenda they’ve tacitly agreed upon.

“Macbeth is not a cardboard villain,” Schvey added. “He’s

ambitious, a political force, but he’s also plagued by guilt and doubt. And his journey is deeply complicated. It’s not just about the rise and fall, the winning and losing. It’s about succumbing to temptation, and the deep futility he feels afterwards.”

At the same time, “Macbeth is operating in a world of flawed people. Macduff, who often is presented as a hero, takes flight, thus allowing Macbeth to butcher his family. Malcolm, Duncan’s heir, was born to royalty but not necessarily groomed to take the crown. Their shortcomings suggest a world in which there are no moral absolutes, powering Macbeth’s own ambitions.

“I think this aligns all too well with our current political moment,” Schvey said. “The world of moral ambiguity asserts itself in the play’s opening moments and never relinquishes its grip. It is a world of fog, in which the only certainty is that things are profoundly uncertain.

“For Shakespeare, whether or not Macbeth is a good ruler is almost beside the point,” Schvey added. “He’s more interested in the psychology of power. And at some level, I think Macbeth knows that, in killing Duncan, he’s killing the best part of himself.

“It’s a moral and spiritual suicide.”

Schvey points out that “Macbeth” is the shortest of S h a k e s p e a re ’ s t r a g e d i e s , a n d the only one lacking a major sub-plot. “It’s a relentless ride,” Schvey said, “but it also lends itself to intense intimacy.”

To c a p t u r e t h a t i n t i m a c y, senior lecturer Rob Morgan has designed an unusual set that will bring the audience — quite literally — onto the Edison stage. “In most modern productions, there’s a stark separation between actors and audience,” Schvey explained.

“This will be closer to a shared life experience.”

The cast of 16 stars Josh Parrack as Macbeth and Caroline Sullivan as Lady Macbeth. Scott Greenberg and Juliette Hourani are Macduff and Lady Macduff.

Danny Guttas is King Duncan and Michael Maley plays his son, Malcolm.

The three witches are played

by Sam Gaitsch, Brandon Krisko a n d H a n n a h M a r i a s . Ta y l o r Jordan Brantley is Ross, Macbeth’s cousin. Leah Taylor is Banquo, Thane of Lochabar; Eric Judson is his son, Fleance. Megan Lafferty, Victor Mendez and Nathan Mester are the three murderers, hired by

Macbeth to dispatch his rivals.

C o s t u m e s a r e b y Te r e s a Doggett, with assistance from Sallie Durbin and Mona Jahani.

Lighting and sound are by Dominick Ehling and Chisara A c h i l e f u . D a n n y Wa s h e l e s k y is dramaturg and assistant director; Rob Henke provides dramaturgical assistance.

Original music is composed

by Henry Palkes and Pierce Constanti. Stage manager is Zach H y a m s , w i t h a s s i s t a n c e f ro m M.K. Mollman. Choreography is by Cecil Slaughter, with fight c h o re o g r a p h y b y E r i k K u h n .

Projections are by Sean Savoie.

Tickets “Macbeth” begins at 8 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, Feb. 24 and 25, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25. Performances continue the following weekend, at 8 p.m.

F r i d a y a n d S a t u r d a y, M a r c h 3 and 4;,and at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 5.

Performances take place in Edison Theatre, located i n M a l l i n c k ro d t C e n t e r, 6 4 6 5 Forsyth Blvd. Tickets are $20, or $15 for students, seniors and Washington University faculty and staff, and $10 for WashU students. Tickets are available through the Edison Theatre Box Office.

Above, Caroline Sullivan as Lady Macbeth. At left, Josh Parrack as Macbeth. Playing the three witches are, from left: Hannah Marias, Brandon Krisko and Sam Gaitsch. Photos for The Edge.

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The Arts Arts calendar Friday, Feb. 24

Morpho Mardi Gras, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Runs until March 26, 2017 Orchid Show 2017, Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until Feb. 23, 2017 Degas, impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until May 7, 2017 Something Rotten!, The Fabulous Fox Theater, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017 50 Years Of Blood, Sweat And Cheers- A Tribute to The St. Louis Blues, St. Louis Public Library, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Runs until March 4, 2017 Love Jones- The Musical, Fabulous Fox Theater, St. Louis, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The Specialist, Holocaust Museum & Learning Center Theater, St. Louis, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Beauty and the Beast, Touhill Performing Arts Center, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The Ugly Duckling, Coca, St. Louis, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Textiles: Politics and Patriotism, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 5, 2017 New Media Series: Dara Birnbaum, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Until The Flood: Repertory Theater of St. Louis, Loretto-Hilton Center, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.to 11:00 p.m.

Follies: The Repertory Theater of St. Louis, Loretto-Hilton Center, St. Louis, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Mark Bradford, Contemporary Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Kings, Queens, and Castles, World Chess Hall of Fame, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Little Black Dress: From Mournin to Night, The Missouri History Museum, St. Louis Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017 Self-Taught Genius: Treasures f ro m t h e A m e r i c a n F o l k A r t Museum, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

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Beauty and the Beast, Touhill Performing Arts Center, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The Ugly Duckling, Coca, St. Louis, 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Textiles: Politics and Patriotism, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 5, 2017 New Media Series: Dara Birnbaum, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Until The Flood: Repertory Theater of St. Louis, Loretto-Hilton Center, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.to 11:00 p.m.

Follies: The Repertory Theater of St. Louis, Loretto-Hilton Center, St. Louis, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Mark Bradford, Contemporary Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Sunday, Feb. 26

Morpho Mardi Gras, Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, Chesterfield, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Runs until March 26, 2017 Orchid Show 2017, Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 31, 2017 Degas, impressionism, and the Paris Millinery Trade, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until May 7, 2017 Something Rotten!, The Fabulous Fox Theater, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Textiles: Politics and Patriotism, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until March 5, 2017 New Media Series: Dara Birnbaum, Saint Louis Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Until The Flood: Repertory Theater of St. Louis, Loretto-Hilton Center, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m.to 11:00 p.m.

Follies: The Repertory Theater of St. Louis, Loretto-Hilton Center, St. Louis, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Mark Bradford, Contemporary Art Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Kings, Queens, and Castles, World Chess Hall of Fame, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis Exhibit, Missouri History Museum, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Runs until July 16, 2017 50 Years Of Blood, Sweat And Cheers- A Tribute to The St. Louis Blues, St. Louis Public Library, St. Louis, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Runs until March 4, 2017 Love Jones- The Musical, Fabulous Fox Theater, St. Louis, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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QuickGlance Movie Reviews

"The Founder"

Ketchup, mustard, two pickles. In John Lee Hancock's "The Founder," about Ray Kroc and the making of McDonald's, the ingredients for success are ruthlessly simple.

When Kroc (Michael Keaton), a struggling traveling salesmen selling milkshake mixers, first beelines to San Bernardino, California, in 1954 to get a look at Dick (Nick Offerman) and Mac (John Carroll Lynch) McDonald's burger joint, he stands agog at the counter. Moments after he orders, Kroc is handed his burger and fries in a bag, but he might as well have been flame-grilled by lightning. "But I just ordered," he stutters.

Kroc quickly recognizes the revolutionary power of the McDonalds' restaurant and becomes its franchise-driver and the pre-eminent proselytizer of an empire built on burgers. The arches, an invention of Dick's just like its other innovations, will spread "from sea to shining sea," Kroc vows.

As a gathering place for families, it will be "the new American church, open seven days a week," he says.

"It requires a certain kind of mind to see the beauty in a hamburger bun," wrote David Halberstam of the minds behind McDonalds in "The Fifties." Of course, the genius behind McDonald's lied largely with Dick McDonald, who engineered the "speedee service system" of its assembly linelike kitchen, designed its layout and focused its tiny menu.

But the ironically titled "The Founder" is not about him. It's about Kroc, a hard-drinking, slightly shifty Illinois salesman who took the idea of the McDonalds and spread it around the world through sheer (and sometimes unscrupulous) force of will and savvy standardization. In the opening scenes, Kroc, struggling to eke out a living on the road, faithfully listens to Norman Vincent Peale's "The Power of Positive Thinking." ''Persistence, determination alone are all powerful," Kroc absorbs.

"The Founder" is a quintessentially post-war American story about a self-made man largely made by others.

RATED: PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for "brief strong language."

RUNNING TIME: 115 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Three stars out of four.

"The Red Turtle"

When was the last time an animated film actual lowered your pulse rate?

In its typical Hollywood form, an animated feature is usually the cinematic equivalent of a sugar rush — a frantic barrage of colors and movement and jokes and sounds.

It's safe to say that "The Red Turtle," a fortuitous collaboration between Japan's famed Studio Ghibli and Dutch animator-director Michael Dudok de Wit, is very, very different. A fable, beautifully drawn in calm, soothing colors, it doesn't even have dialogue, let alone a throbbing soundtrack. Those sounds you hear are the sounds of silence, and eventually they become hypnotic.

As Dudok de Wit tells it, he received an email out of the blue in 2006 from the vaunted animation studio, asking if he'd be interested in working on his first feature (the director is known for his animated shorts.) He was, and he came up with the story of a man cast away on a deserted island.

The director's research took him to his own deserted island, in the Seychelles, where he shot thousands of photographs. He wanted to recreate the feeling of how time stands still in such a place. He spent nine years creating that animated world. And you can tell.

The film begins with a roiling sea. A man is lost in the waves; we don't know how he got there. Finally, he washes up on a tranquil island, inhabited seemingly only by a few friendly crabs on the beach.

RATED: PG by the Motion Picture Association of America "for some thematic elements and peril."

RUNNING TIME: 80 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Three stars out of four.

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"Gold"

The Reformation toppled the Renaissance but the decline of the McConaissance is harder to delineate.

It was probably inevitable that Matthew McConaughey's bold rebirth — that terrific run of "True Detective" ''Magic Mike," ''The Wolf of Wall Street," ''Interstellar," ''Mud" and "Dallas Buyers Club" — would dissipate. Could it have been those Lincoln ads that signaled the end to his grand second act?

In any case, the woefully misguided "Gold," which follows the almost as equally disappointing "Sea of Trees" and "Free State of Jones," confirms that the McConaissance, wonderful as it was, is over. It's not for lack of effort. In those films and "Gold," McConaughey has maintained a torrid commitment to his roles. But the quality of the material isn't holding up.

"Gold," directed by Stephen Gaghan ("Syriana"), is a fictionalized account of the notorious Bre-X Minerals swindle of the 1990s in which a Borneo prospector named Michael de Guzman falsified core samples of an Indonesian site's richness in gold. The fraud eventually came crashing down, but not before his apparently historic discovery made Bre-X a $6 billion company and the toast of Wall Street and the mining industry.

Gaghan and co-writers Patrick Massett and John Zinman have extrapolated the tale and, in doing so, distorted it beyond both recognition and plausibility. The filmmakers may have had in mind a stylized romp like "The Wolf of Wall Street": a movie about fraud that is its own kind of fraud, taking viewers along for a ride. But, unmoored from reality, "Gold" plays like a cheap knockoff version of Martin Scorsese's film and others ("The Big Short," ''American Hustle") that have plundered more deeply and more specifically into the fool's gold of getrich-quick America.

RATED: by the Motion Picture Association of America for "language throughout and some sexuality/nudity."

RUNNING TIME: 121 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: One and a half stars out of four.

"The Comedian"

While there are a few good laughs to be had in "The Comedian " — and great cameos by myriad comics — Taylor Hackford's film isn't exactly a comedy.

It's a portrait of an aging entertainer, unfortunately hampered by the tired trope of a May-December romance and the implication that men find redemption in success while women find it in motherhood. Such outdated elements detract from an otherwise interesting character study and heartfelt love letter to New York City and the camaraderie among its comedians.

Robert De Niro is Jackie Burke, a once-famous sitcom star who yearns for respect as a standup comic. He resents his fans for associating him with the character he used to play on the hit "Eddie's Home," and he bristles when they call him Eddie.

Jackie isn't always kind to his long-suffering manager (Edie Falco, disappointingly underused) and insults the patrons at the small-town clubs where he performs.

After tussling with a heckler at one of his shows, Jackie is sentenced to jail and community service. He's working at a New York City soup kitchen when he meets Harmony (Leslie Mann), who's also clocking community-service hours. She tells Jackie that she watched "Eddie's Home" as a kid. It was her dad's favorite show.

Jackie eventually asks Harmony out, and she tells him straight away that she won't have sex with him (handsome as he may be, there's an obvious 30-year age difference between them).

RATED: R by the Motion Picture Association of America for "crude sexual references and language throughout."

RUNNING TIME: 120 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Two and a half stars out of four.

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"Fifty Shades Darker"

In all the kinked knots and twists of satin that adorn "Fifty Shades Darker," none is more worthwhile to uncoil than the tangled absurdities of its central dominator, Christian Grey.

He's a singularly ridiculous cocktail of money, abs and sex toys. "The right term is sadist," he says in "Fifty Shades Darker," the second in a planned trilogy based on E.L. James' best sellers. He buys companies. He flies helicopters.

He's proficient with nipple clamps. He's like some kind of humorless combination of James Bond and Dirk Diggler, both debonair and dirty. More plausible figures of masculine fantasy include the Backstreet Boys and Roger Rabbit.

"Fifty Shades Darker" digs deeper into the demons and traumas of Mr. Grey, as played by Jamie Dornan. Much of the film's entertainment is watching Dakota Johnson, as the comparatively normal Anastasia "Ana" Steele, try to act opposite a distorted dreamboat who wakes to exercise on a pummel horse and who knows all the hair dressers in Seattle.

Occasionally she implores him to stop acting so weird — but not often enough.

And then there are our glimpses into his past that make for some of the movie's most unintentionally funny moments. In his childhood bedroom, we spy a picture of teenage Christian in front of the Taj Mahal and, most amazingly, a "Chronicles of Riddick" poster. It hangs in the background of a pivotal scene and the questions linger long afterward. Is the key to Christian that he's a huge Vin Diesel fan? Was it a passing fancy or was Christian — this globe-trotting sexual enigma — equally enthusiastic for subsequent installments of "Riddick"? Alas, we will never truly unlock the mysteries of Grey.

"Fifty Shades Darker," which has maintained its lilywhite palate despite its title, takes up the action three weeks after the previous film left off. Christian, seeking to make amends after their split, comes calling for Ana, promising he's ready for a more "vanilla" relationship after the violence of his desires frightened Ana away.

RATED: R by the Motion Picture Association of America for "strong sexual content, some graphic nudity and language."

RUNNING TIME: 118 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: One and a half stars out of four.

"John Wick: Chapter 2"

Before you buy a ticket to see "John Wick: Chapter 2 ," the improbably fun sequel to the implausibly good "John Wick," you might want to ask yourself how much tolerance you have for gun shots to the head, because there are a lot of those in "John Wick: Chapter 2." More than you might think possible in a single movie. Is it gratuitous? Yes. Do all those people deserve to die? Probably not. But for our bearded boogeyman, who one character calls a priest and the devil in a single sentence, a shot to the head and one to the chest gets the job done quickly and efficiently. Why make things overly complicated?

The same goes for the movie, about the storied hitman who was driven out of retirement and back into the game after some mobsters stole his 1969 Mustang and killed his puppy. Stuntman-turned-director Chad Stahelski's sequel is straightforward, fast-paced and gets the job done entertainment-wise.

True to its name, "Chapter 2" literally picks up where the first left off. In a skull-crushingly loud sequence involving multiple men getting tossed off car hoods, John Wick (Keanu Reeves) retrieves his Mustang from the crooks holding it hostage (allowing for some knowingly extreme exposition about just how scary this guy is).

RATED: R by the Motion Picture Association of America for "strong violence throughout, some language and brief nudity."

RUNNING TIME: 122 minutes.

ASSOCIATED PRESS RANKING: Three stars out of four.

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This image released by Lionsgate shows Keanu Reeves in a scene from, "John Wick: Chapter 2."

"John Wick: Chapter 2" hits the mark

By LINDSEY BAHR Associated Press Before you buy a ticket to see "John Wick: Chapter 2 ," the improbably fun sequel to the implausibly good "John Wick," you might want to ask yourself how much tolerance you have for gun shots to the head, because there are a lot of those in "John Wick: Chapter 2." More than you might think possible in a single movie. Is it gratuitous? Yes. Do all those people deserve to die? Probably not. But for our bearded boogeyman, who one character calls a priest and the devil in a single sentence, a shot to the head and one to the chest gets the job done quickly and efficiently. Why make things overly complicated?

The same goes for the movie, about the

storied hitman who was driven out of retirement and back into the game after some mobsters stole his 1969 Mustang and killed his puppy. Stuntman-turned-director Chad Stahelski's sequel is straightforward, fastpaced and gets the job done entertainmentwise.

True to its name, "Chapter 2" literally picks up where the first left off. In a skullcrushingly loud sequence involving multiple men getting tossed off car hoods, John Wick (Keanu Reeves) retrieves his Mustang from the crooks holding it hostage (allowing for some knowingly extreme exposition about just how scary this guy is). It's like a bonus "final scene" from the first film that gives closure to John's revenge mission and reminds us of his folk hero legend status. It also pushes reboot

on the whole thing, allowing John to finally return to his modernist castle in the woods, bury his weapons once more in concrete, reminisce about his dead love and play with his dog (yep, there's a new one).

But soon enough, Santino D'Antonio (Riccardo Scamarcio) is knocking at his door asking John to repay the debt he owes. In this elaborate criminal underworld, there are only two rules: No blood is to be spilled at The Continental (the hitman hotel), and "markers" must always be honored. Santino helped John get out of the game, and into his multimillion dollar home, and now he wants to cash in the favor.

This request leads John even further into the world of these dandy assassins as he goes to execute Santino's mission, and boy is it fun —

especially the "getting ready" sequence where we get to see John being fitted for bespoke suits (Occasion? Social. Buttons? Two. Style?

Tactical) and choosing his weapons from The Sommelier (Peter Serafinowicz).

From there, it's really just action sequence after action sequence — from an Italian rave to a final showdown at a modern art exhibit.

The visuals are always exciting and over the top, and creative in well-trod territory for the genre (like a subway platform), even if the plot gets a little repetitive in the third act.

The film is jam-packed with amazing cameos and supporting players, from Franco Nero as the manager of the Rome branch of The Continental and Common as a fellow assassin with a grudge, to Laurence Fishburne as the Bowery King.

"The LEGO Batman Movie" is worth a look

By ROBERT GRUBAUGH For The Edge I embraced my inner child on my last day off and took in a double-feature of two PG-rated, kid-friendly pictures that I was hoping would be a keen d i s t r a c t i o n f ro m t h e c o n s t a n t barrage of hate, violence, and the insipidity of Kellyanne Conway that permeates so much of what passes for news these days. Turns out, I might have missed the mark in a teensy way. My first excursion was “A Dog’s Purpose”, one that I knew would bring tears. The other was “The LEGO Batman Movie” and I didn’t care what anyone thought about me going to see it, alone, late at night. I was a LEGO kid and I’m proud of it.

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Cameron novel, “A Dog’s Purpose” is the story of a mutt (voiced by Josh Gad) who lives the life of a retriever named Bailey until he dies and becomes reincarnated as a corgi. And a German Shepherd.

And a Saint Bernard. Each life is full of touching lessons, r i b a l d h u m o r, l o v e , p a i n , a n d all of the good stuff that makes up the time we spend above ground. Bailey wants nothing more than to spend his days in c o m p a n i o n s h i p w i t h h i s b o y, Ethan (played at various times b y B r y c e G h e i s a r, K . J . A p a , and Dennis Quaid). He’s also good at getting the girl (Britt Robertson, Peggy Lipton) or, at least the girl’s attention. There is no shame that this movie is built around the love affair we have with our pets or the grief

we share when tragedy befalls them. I would caution that the unfounded controversy around the film, and its 1970s K-9 cop set piece, may be a little graphic for younger audiences. I am proud that I made it forty-five minutes in before I started crying. And that it didn’t stop until the credits rolled. “ A D o g ’s P u r p o s e ” r u n s 1 0 0 minutes and is rated PG for thematic elements and some peril.

I give this film two stars out of four.

The other candy-colored bonanza that was my joy to behold was the next in the LEGO franchise, their “Batman Movie”. When the first film hit theatres three years ago, we learned two things very quickly:

it was too late in coming and it was at least the fourth best reason to love Chris Pratt, a star that soon became a household name because of a few other starring vehicles. But, seriously, what’s not to love about the computer-rendered visuals that bring to life the famous Danish bricks that both enthrall for hours and leave lasting nightmares about stepping on one in the dark with a bare foot?

We can all relate!

Somewhat differently, “LEGO Batman” is not so much a sequel to that smash hit as it is its own thing focusing on the Bruce Wayne/Batman character voiced so well by Will Arnett. With a voice that sounds like motor oil coating jagged gravel, Arnett i n h a b i t s t h i s C a p e d C ru s a d e r

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with a style that is both moody (duh) and lonely (oh, boy!). I couldn’t get enough of the motor-mouthed dialogue as he partners with peppy sidekick Robin (Michael Cera) and Police Commissioner Barbara Gordon (Rosario Dawson) to take down the nefarious/self-doubting Joker (Zach Galifianakis). Rest assured, every member of Batman’s legendary Rogues Gallery makes their own plastic appearance, including several f rom the Har ry Potter line of toys. The Asian action series, “Ninjago”, gets in on the action with its own film this September.

“The LEGO Batman Movie” runs 123 minutes and is rated PG for rude humor and some action.

I give this film three stars out of four.

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Dining Delights

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Above, the Led Zeppelin burger and a side of fries from Kuma's Corner in Chicago. Below, the outside of Kuma's Corner located at 2900 West Belmont Ave. in Chicago.

Kuma's Corner in Chicago

By BILL ROSEBERRY Of The Edge Get ready to throw up some devil horns and bang your head for my latest “You Gotta Eat” from one of Chicago’s finest — Kuma’s Corner.

I had a thrashing good time visiting this metal-themed burger joint located at 2900 West Belmont Ave. in Chicago. Kuma’s was established in 2005 with a focus on quality hamburgers with crazy twists and a safe haven for metal heads everywhere.

Since ‘05, they have expanded into a second Chicago location and have spots in Schaumburg and Indianapolis to boot. My visit was at the location where it all started.

Their website, www.kumascorner.com reads, “Our ethos is simple. Support your community.

Eat beef. Bang your head.”

I greatly enjoyed the message on the chalkboard during my visit also, which read, “Death to false burgers.”

Kuma’s supports the metal music community through great food in tributes to great bands with burgers with names such as: Metallica, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, Slayer, Iron Maiden and Pantera to name a few. They also have burgers of the month, which go a step crazier on the twists with ingredients and pay homage to those other bands that don’t make the daily menu.

Kuma’s also emphasizes on promoting local metal bands in the Chi-town area trying to make it big. I give them lots of props for supporting their local area.

I’m somewhat of a metal head, nowhere near an expert by any means, but I have my favorites like Metallica, Megadeth, Black Sabbath and Clutch and even have been following some newer bands like Ghost and Mastodon a bit.

But what you all know is I am an aficionado of great food, and I’d heard great things about Kuma’s and had to check it out.

I was in Chicago with my buddies John and Dave, visiting our friend Mark for a chance to go see my beloved Green Bay Packers take on their scuffling Chicago Bears at Soldier Field, but of course besides the football you gotta eat.

Kuma’s was our first stop on our Chicago weekend and Mark was stoked to take us there.

Not a metal head by any means, Mark just

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knew we would enjoy the food.

Once we entered I was hooked. There were pictures of Ozzy Osbourne, Judas Priest, Motorhead and Slayer, among others, adorning the walls and metal music pumping from the speakers. I was ready to eat.

But while I’d heard about the power of the burgers at Kuma’s, Mark turned me onto something really worth banging your head for — the build your own mac and cheese on the appetizer menu.

Like a shredding guitar solo or a monster metal riff, this mac and cheese made me want to climb in the pit and thrash around.

They use the appetizer tag loosely on this epic dish. It starts with seven different cheeses, but then you get to add two special ingredients to push it over the top. For $14 it sounded a little steep, but Mark urged us to purchase just one and share it because of its monster size.

We added bacon (of course, what’s more metal than bacon?) and sweet corn to our concoction. When it arrived I was amazed by the size of the bowl. It was sprinkled with breadcrumbs and green onions and just its appearance had me prepared to bow down to its excellence.

Once we dug in, the four of us weren’t disappointed. The crunch of the breadcrumbs and bacon mixed with the creaminess of the

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array of cheeses and the sweetness of the corn had our taste buds dancing. I added hot sauce to throw in a little spice kick and I can say I stumbled across the best mac and cheese of my life, a definite destination dish.

I was ready to do a power slide right across the floor of the restaurant to show my appreciation.

The other ingredients offered for the mac and cheese were: Andouille sausage, broccoli, caramelized onions, chicken, garlic, peas, jalapenos, roasted red peppers and sun-dried tomatoes. For those about to eat this dish, I salute you.

The mac and cheese was practically enough to fill our bellies, but we still hadn’t gotten to our burgers.

First I’ll break down the rocking names of our burger lineup: Dave — the Mastodon, John — the Pantera, Mark — the Neurosis and me — the Led Zeppelin. All names of bands and all carrying some heavy clout behind them.

The Mastodon consisted of an Angus beef patty with bacon, barbecue sauce, sharp cheddar and frizzled onions. The Pantera included Angus beef topped with housemade ranchero salsa, bacon, shredded monterrey jack cheese, roasted poblano peppers and tortilla strips. The Neurosis was made up of the beef patty with horseradish mayo, sharp cheddar

and swiss cheeses, caramelized onions, sauteed mushrooms, lettuce, tomato and onion.

Finally my Led Zeppelin was comprised of a burger topped with bacon, slow cooked pork shoulder, barbecue sauce, sharp cheddar cheese and pickles.

With the emphasis on the burgers at Kuma’s, I have to admit we were all a little disappointed. John was probably the happiest with his Pantera burger and Dave was impressed with his Mastodon, but the mac and cheese had elevated our expectations so high, the burgers fell a little short.

My Led Zeppelin was served on a pretzel bun, which was a little dried out and unfortunately the taste of the pork shoulder was basically non-existent. The burger was nice and juicy and the bacon provided a nice companion for my palate, but I wouldn’t call it a “Stairway to Heaven.”

It came with a side of French fries, which I thought were good. They were comparable to Penn Station fries, with the skin still on them.

The rest of my group went with the housemade pub chips, which were very good.

Mark raved about their taste and I pilfered a couple and agreed.

Kuma’s also provides a great craft beer menu which we all applauded. They offer a lot of local brews and I started with a Maplewood juice pants IPA, which was a citrusy IPA tipping the taste buds with a sweet blast and bitter backend from the Chicago brewery.

I was really stoked to try the A Tout Le Monde saison, a new beer put out by Megadeth through Unibroue Brewery. It was the perfect place to try it for the first time and it didn’t disappoint with its sweet ale taste, a very good beer backed by a legendary band.

Kuma’s also offers other appetizers like the barbecue pork fries and jalapeno poppers which caught my attention. They have sandwiches and salad selections besides the burgers, too. Check out their website to look over the whole menu.

Kuma’s Corner was definitely a unique experience from beginning to end. The original locale is small, so get there early because it fills up quickly. It’s definitely a destination place to go rock out and chow down when you gotta eat.

People People planner SIUE Friends of Music plan fundraiser

The SIUE Friends of Music will be hosting a scholarship fundraiser from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m .on March 19 at the Old Bakery Beer Company located at 400 Landmarks Blvd. in Alton.

All are welcome...no flyer or invitation is needed to attend... just come thirsty. Twenty-five percent of all beer sales will be donated to scholarships for SIUE Music students, and the SIUE music students will be performing at the event. Visit SIUEmusic.com or call 618-650-2626 for more information.

Build Benld to host second dance

Build Benld is at it again. So many people have asked about the last dance, they've planned another one.

The “Coliseum Revisited Dance” is going to be held on Saturday, February 25, 2017. Rich Lang & Gary McClain (formerly The Guild!) and the OWLZ BAND will be playing.

“The Guild was the stuff of great legend,” said Tom Allan, Chairman of the Build Benld Committee, “and Build Benld/ Colseum Concertrs and Ubben & Associates is making an effort to once more relive those days. The response to Lang & McClain's surprise guest appearance at last year's 'Memories of the Coliseum' Show was so well received that Build Benld has planned another one. We don't want the Coliseum to be forgotten, and this is our way to keep the memories alive. Everybody loved the Coliseum and the time spent there.... and they all loved The Guild.”

There are advance tickets sales only with limited seating for this dance. Tickets cost $20 per person and are available to purchase at TJs, Country Corner, and FNB in Benld, Benld City Hall, and Hick Appliances, and United Community Bank in Gillespie – or by phone contact Lynn at 217-835-2330 or Norman 217-835-2130. Tickets may be purchased at these locations, and can be mailed by calling one of the above Build Benld Committee Members.

The Gillespie Civic Center doors will open at 6pm on Saturday, February 25th. Tickets are $20 per person that includes Cash Bar with Beer, Wine, and Setups – Bring Your Own Liquor and Snacks.

Live music starts at 7pm with the OWLZ BAND, a five piece band from the Alton area that plays Chicago, Moody Blues, The Eagles, Mellencamp, Michael McDonald +, playing all of your old favorites.

Around 830pm Lang and McClain will take the stage for the rest of the evening (till 11pm). Allan said, “They will be playing many of The Guild's old favorites from the past, and some surprises are planned as well.”

Admission is by advance Ticket Only. No Refunds. No General Admission at Door. Event sponsored

by Benld Benld, Coliseum Concerts and Ubben & Associates.

Antiques Roadshow coming to St. Louis

Fans of Antiques Roadshow, one of the most popular shows airing on the Nine Network, can apply now through April 10 to have their items appraised at an

all-day event on Saturday, July 8. Three one-hour episodes will be produced from the St. Louis appraisal event and will be aired in 2018. Antiques Roadshow, the 14-time Emmy Award nominated s h o w, a i r s M o n d a y s o n N i n e Network at 7 p.m. Central.

Admission to Antiques Roadshow is free, but tickets are required and must be obtained in advance. Fans can apply now for a chance to receive one pair of free tickets per household.

To find out more information and to find a link to apply for tickets, visit http://www.pbs. org/antiques/tickets/. Following the deadline, ticket winners will be selected at random by a third party and contacted via an email containing their tickets.

“The Nine Network couldn’t be happier to welcome back Antiques Roadshow for the first time in over 15 years,” said Nine N e t w o r k P re s i d e n t a n d C E O Jack Galmiche. “It’s consistently one of our most-watched shows and gives us a chance to host an event we know our viewers are extremely excited about.”

Antiques Roadshow is also accepting furniture submissions for the 2017 tour. The series is looking for a few pieces of furniture to appraise and display on the set. Selected pieces will be transported to the event and back at no cost to the owner. For more details visit: http://www.pbs. org/wgbh/roadshow/furniture/.

The Nine Network’s own Antiques Roadshow-style event, Trash or Treasure, a partnership w i t h t h e K o d n e r G a l l e r y, regularly draws large crowds for appraisals in more than 20 categories. The annual event gives fans another chance to determine the worth of their most prized possessions.

Alton Half Marathon & 5K scheduled

7th Annual Alton Half Marathon & 5K run/walk will be held on Saturday, March 25, 2017, at 8:00am in Riverfront Park.

Our certified, flat, fast course is ideal for setting PRs, marathon training runs & the first time half marathoner.

It showcases the mighty Mississippi, historic Alton and takes runners across the spectacular Clark Bridge. Open to all ages. Register @ altonhalf.com

Explore St. Louis guides now available

Explore St. Louis is pleased to announce the release of the 2017 Official St. Louis Visitors Guide offering visitors the latest information on what to see and do to plan a St. Louis adventure. The guide is filled with suggestions on great places to eat, shop, play and stay in St.

Louis and across the region.

A d d i t i o n a l l y, t h e g u i d e highlights what’s new to St. Louis in 2017, including overviews on some of St. Louis’ uniq ue n eighborh oods, the CityArchRiver project that is transforming the grounds surrounding the historic Gateway Arch, the booming urban arts scene throughout the region, a look at St. Louis breweries, and a glimpse at wh at St. Louis h as to offer music lovers. There’s also a glance at the Saint Louis Science Center ’s The Discovery of King Tut exhibit, the newly unveiled 4,000-square-foot expansion of the Field House Museum, the debut of the Loop Trolley and St. Louis’ newest concert venue, Delmar Hall.

Approximately 350,000 copies of the 100-page magazinestyle, full-color brochure have been printed and are being

distributed across the country.

Vi s i t o r s c a n v i e w t h e d i g i t a l v e r s i o n o f t h e g u i d e a t w w w. explorestlouis.com or pick up a copy of th e guide at one of Explore St. Louis’ visitor centers located throughout the area, at the Old Courthouse; America’s Center convention complex; and at the Dennis and Judith Jones Visitor & Education Center in Forest Park.

There are two additional centers at Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, located by the baggage claim area on the lower levels of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

Explore St. Louis is the driving force behind St. Louis’ $5 billion convention a n d t o u r i s m i n d u s t r y, t h e o ff i c i a l d e s t i n a t i o n m a r k e t i n g organization of St. Louis City and County and operator of the America’s Center Convention Complex.

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People People planner Ben Morgan & Band to appear at brewery

On April 1, break-out country music artist and native St. Louisan Ben Morgan & Band will headline the Budweiser Prsents Live ON-Stage @ The Biergarten concert event at the AnheuserBusch Biergarten, with opening act Jeremiah Johnson Band.

The concert will feature songs from Ben Morgan’s album Sweet History, which will be released in February, including the title track “Sweet History” and “Age is a State of Mind,” which have been pre-released and are both currently available for download on all major music platforms, including iTunes / Apple Music, Amazon Music, Google Play and Spotify.

General admission, VIP and Screen Package tickets for the concert event are on sale now at biergarten.tix.com. All ticket purchases include a free download of the Sweet History album.

The Anheuser-Busch St. Louis Brewery and Tour Center is the company’s flagship beer hospitality experience, and it’s continually ranked as one of the best brewery tours in the country. The concert will be held at The Biergarten, which is located outside the Tour Center at 12th and Lynch Streets in Soulard.

Concert-goers will be able to taste Anheuser-Busch’s great beer and food, all while listening to the sounds of Ben Morgan & Band.

The Ben Morgan sound reflects a c o u n t r y b a s e , f l a v o re d b y Southern rock and blues influences.

Ben's vocals and guitar solos highlight a stirring combination of driving songs and thoughtful ballads. Song titles from his new album include “Sweet History,” “Age is a State of Mind,” “Wrong From Right,” “Famous in a Small Town,” “Slow Dancing in the Sun,” “Rail Whiskey” and “Getting Out for the Night.” His sound features ambitious guitar riffs and meaningful lyrics, singer/ songwriter ballads, traditional feelgood country melodies, and driving guitar-powered tunes.

Ben cultivated his unique, “new country” sound at a young age learning to play from his parents, both accomplished musicians. As he grew older, Ben began fleshing out his musical knowledge by playing in several bands, and adding music theory studies and university coursework. Ben then returned to the road and built a reputation as a crowd-pleasing, instrumentallygifted vocalist, while playing the Midwest and select eastern U.S. venues.

For more information about Ben Morgan, visit benmorganmusic.com, facebook.com/benmorganmusic, twitter.com/benmorganmusic and instagram.com/benmorganmusic/.

with his “Edible Inevitable Tour”, which played in over 100 cities with more than 150,000 fans in attendance. The first leg of Eat Your Science sold 100,000 tickets in the 40 cities Brown visited.

Tickets are $60, $50, $40 and are available online at metrotix. com, by calling 314-534-1111, or in person at the Fabulous Fox Box Office.

Brown says fans can expect “allnew everything including songs, new comedy, new puppets, and bigger and better potentially dangerous food demonstrations.”

Critics and fans have raved about the interactive components of Brown’s shows. He promises “plenty of new therapy inducing opportunities during our audience participation segments. I don’t want to give too much away, but this time we’re going to play a little game.”

Brown has a knack for mixing together science, music and f o o d i n t o t w o h o u r s o f p u re entertainment. “Plus, you’ll see things I’ve never been allowed to do on TV.” Brown, author of the James Beard award winning “I’m Just Here for the Food” and New York Times bestselling sequence “Good Eats,” is releasing his new c o o k b o o k t h ro u g h B a l l a n t i n e Books (an imprint of Random House) on September 27 and it is available for preorder now. “Alton Brown: EveryDayCook”, or EDC as Brown calls it, is a collection

Saint Louis Zoo to host kids' film festival

The Saint Louis Zoo is hosting Big Eyes, Big Minds— an international film festival showcasing award-winning films made for kids, about kids and sometimes by kids. The St. Louis International Children’s Film Festival features international animated short f i l m s t a i l o re d t o c h i l d re n a g e 2 to 18 years. However, adults

will find the films equally appealing.

A n e x p e r i e n c e d w r i t e r, director and producer of television films, Festival Director Mabel Gan also produces the highly respected Singapore International Children’s Film Festival, which reaches 3,000 children each year.

Th e St. Louis f estival will showcase a selection of the best new children’s films from around the world. Its programs include culturally diverse and value-affirming films that kids can connect with. The goal is to expand perspectives and stimulate critical thinking.

The organization also works to cultivate film appreciation, increase knowledge of the craft

o f f i l m m a k i n g a n d p ro v i d e a platform for kids to screen their own films.

After each screening, Zoo Education Department staff will offer a range of crafts and activities related to the animals featured in the films.

Dates are Saturdays, Jan. 28, Feb. 4, Feb. 18 and Feb. 25, 2017 Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. — Screenings for ages 2 to 7 and 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. — Screenings for ages 5 and up Crafts and activities follow each set of screenings Films will be shown at the Anheuser-Busch Theater at Saint Louis Zoo in The Living World, One Government Drive Admission is $10 per person for ages 2 and up. Children under 2 are free.

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Alton Brown to appear at The Fox

Television personality, author and Food Network star Alton Brown has announced “Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science” (www.altonbrownlive.com) will visit an additional 40 cities in 2017 including St. Louis’ Fabulous Fox Theatre on Sunday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m. Later this year during Thanksgiving week, Brown will make his Broadway debut for eight performances at the Barrymore Theatre. Brown created a new form of entertainment – the live culinary variety show –

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of more than 100 personal recipes as well as a pinch of science and history. He has hosted numerous series including “Cutthroat Kitchen,” “Camp Cutthroat” and “Iron Chef America” and created, produced and hosted the Peabody award winning series “Good Eats” for 13 years on Food Network; Good Eats can still be seen on the Cooking Channel and Netflix.

Information about Alton Brown or the Eat Your Science tour can be found on Facebook: / a l t o n b r o w n ; Tw i t t e r : @ altonbrown; Instagram: @ a l t o n b ro w n ; o r u s e t h e t o u r hashtag #AltonBrownLive.

Those with an appetite for more Alton Brown can find additional show and ticketing information at www. altonbrownlive.com.

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Music Music calendar Thursday, Feb. 23

Afton Music Showcase, The Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 6:30 p.m.

Common Kings, w/Mayday!, Blueberry Hill, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m B-Sides 3: Mickey Factz, P1, 1st Dagree Ent, GNMCs, P Butta, Cicero's, University City, Doors 8:00 p.m.

STRFKR, w/Psychic Twin, The Ready Room, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Rob Endicott Quintet, Jazz at the Bistro, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

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STL Symphony Live at Powell Hall: Belshazzar's Feast, Powell Symphony Hall, St. Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Hell Night, Everything Went Black, The Gorge, Sweat Shoppe, hosted by: Brandon Judd, The Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Celebration Day: A Tribute to Led Zepplin, The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Road to Pointfest 2017 S:3 Rd:3, Pop's, Sauget. Doors 6:30 p.m.

The Raskins, Mad Libby, The Brink, Cicero's, University City, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Louis, 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Celebration Day: A Tribute to Led Zepplin, The Pageant, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Mardi Gras After Party, Pop's, Sauget, Doors 6:00 p.m.

Captain Courageous, Fly Method, New American Classic, Tyler Samuel's And The Bad Hair Cuts, Bleach, A Scarlet Summer, Cicero's, University City, Doors 6:00 p.m.

NoName, w/Ravyn Lenae, The Ready Room, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Dave Venn Trio w/Jeanne Trevor, Jazz at the Bistro, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 24

Saturday, Feb. 25

Monday, Feb. 27

The Great Migration Tour: Celebrating the Sounds of Mississippi, Chicago, and St. Louis, National Blues Museum, St. Louis, 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Charlie Wilson's In It To Win It Tour, Chaifetz Arena, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m. to 10:30

Tuning in Diz Strohman Big Band to perform

The Great Migration Tour: Celebrating the Sounds of Mississippi, Chicago, and St. Louis, National Blues Museum, St. Louis, 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

STL Symphony Live at Powell Hall: Belshazzar's Feast, Powell Symphony Hall, St.

please call 314-656-7219.

The Diz Strohman Big Band is returning for 2017. They are kicking off this year on Sunday, February 26 at 3pm at the Edwardsville American Legion.

Located at 58 S. State Rt. 157 across the street from Lincoln Middle school. Stephanie Strohman will be the featured vocalist. Come and enjoy the sounds of the Big Band era. Ticket prices are $8 per person or $15 per couple. Food will be available. For more information,

Menzel to appear at The Fox

After releasing her fifth solo studio album idina. last fall, Tony Awardwinning superstar Idina Menzel announced today that she will head out on a 50+ city global spring & summer tour that will include a stop at the Fabulous Fox Theatre on Tuesday, August 15 at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are $150, $85, $65, $45 and can be purchased online at metrotix. com, by calling 314-534-1111, or in

The Record Company, Smooth Hound Smith, The Firebird, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 28

Steve O'Brien, EZ Da Assassin, Pop's,

person at the Fabulous Fox Box Office.

The tour will begin in Japan on March 29, 2017 and visit Osaka, Nagoya and Tokyo before Idina begins the North American leg of the tour on April 7, 2017 with a hometown Long Island show in New York at the Nassau Coliseum.

She will travel through major U.S. cities including Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago, Atlanta, New Orleans, Nashville and Las Vegas before the tour concludes on September 3, 2017 in Phoenix, AZ. European tour dates will be announced shortly.

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Sauget, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 1

S t . P a u l a n d t h e B ro k e n B o n e s , w / A a r o n L e e Ta s j a n , T h e P a g e a n t , S t .

Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Ti f t M e r r i t t , w / S e r a C a h o o n e , Blueberry Hill, St. Louis, Doors 7:00 p.m.

Clayton Brothers Quintet, Jazz at the Bistro, St. Louis, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 2

Lil Wyte- Red Wyte and Booze Tour, Pop's, Sauget, Doors 7:00 p.m.

O T T. , w / E l L u s i d o r o , T h e R e a d y Room, St. Louis, Doors 8:00 p.m.

Clayton Brothers Quintet, Jazz at the B i s t ro , S t . L o u i s , 11 : 0 0 a . m . a n d 7 : 3 0 p.m.

Members can purchase tickets before the general public beginning Wednesday, January 18 at 10 am local time through Thursday, January 26 at 10 pm local time. An artist presale will also begin at 10 am local time on January 18. Tickets for the general public will go on sale Friday, January 27 at 10 am local time. Please visit www.idinamenzel. com/tour for all details. .Called “the Streisand of her generation” by The Denver Post, Idina has captivated audiences at sold-out concerts around the world with her irresistible charm, wit and unparalleled vocal prowess.

Throughout the tour, Idina will lead audiences through a special journey of songs from idina., as well as other classic pop, musical theater favorites and her own personal catalogue.

Idina willl play the role of CC in the contemporary remake of the classic film Beaches, which premieres Saturday, January 21 on Lifetime at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Her voice is also featured on the Beaches EP, which includes classic songs from the 1988 original film, along with new tracks recorded specifically for the remake. The EP was released on January 13 by Warner Bros. Records and is available for purchase

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2016 Year in Review The real estate market returned to normal & healthy levels in 2016. Here’s a glance: Chris Miller 580-6133 Judine Lux 531-0488

Jamie Nishwitz 314-313-1578

Don Whitehead 954-8000

Tara Riggs 580-7470

Donna Fritsch-Klein 779-6661

Maureen Clark 616-3335 Traci Fietsam 910-8144

Jeanine Connor 781-1643

Jim Reppell 791-7663

• Home sales in Madison County increased 3.99% (3,492 homes sold) over 2015, while sales in St. Clair County increased 10.9% (3,135 homes sold).

• Homes in the St. Louis Region appreciated approximately 5.01% in the 12-month period ending in Sept. 2016, the last report available.

• Interest rates inched upward, hovering around 4.39% for a 30-yr. fixed rate loan and 3.64% for a 15-yr. fixed rate loan according to bankrate.com.

• RE/MAX Alliance led sales for the 2nd straight year in the Metro East, having helped over 2,200 sellers.

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Louie McCoy 971-7500

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