'Inherent Vice' doesn't give us much to sink our teeth into

Director Paul Thomas Anderson has delivered some of the most provocative films of the past 20 years. But occasionally even great artists need a palate cleanser.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 10:00am on January 9, 2015☆⚑

Best Bets: Cowboy Mouth, 'Perpetual Motion' at COCA

Our staff picks the best things to do this week, with a look at what's ahead in the weeks to come.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 6:00am on January 9, 2015☆⚑

ACT INC gets set for summer in St. Charles

A comedy and a mystery on set for the coming season.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 6:16pm on January 8, 2015☆⚑

10 things to know before you see 'Book of Mormon'

The controversial musical returns to St. Louis for eight performances next week.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 3:00pm on January 8, 2015☆⚑

Help the St. Louis Zoo name its new baby orangutan

The winning name will be revealed at a baby shower at the zoo on Jan. 19.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 11:23am on January 6, 2015☆⚑

Annual arts fete set for Jan. 19 at Chase

Denise Thimes among STLers to be honored for contributions

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 12:15pm on January 5, 2015☆⚑

Robertson, SLSO taking 'Music You Know' on the road

The venue will be Lindenwood University in St. Charles

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 11:00am on January 5, 2015☆⚑

'Cinderella,' Hozier and Bingham and more help kick off 2015

There's lots to look forward to on local stages.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 1:00am on January 4, 2015☆⚑

NYE @SLSO: More observations

Here's what was in Robertson's musical mélange on Wednesday night.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 7:03am on January 2, 2015☆⚑

Cirque show's antics require practice " and trust

"Varekai" drops into town on Wednesday.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 6:00am on January 2, 2015☆⚑

Music review: Hilarity and good performances from St. Louis Symphony Orchestra on New Year's Eve (copy)

SLSO music director David Robertson judges it all just right.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 5:00pm on January 1, 2015☆⚑

Music review: Hilarity and good performances from St. Louis Symphony Orchestra on New Year's Eve

SLSO music director David Robertson judges it all just right.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 5:00pm on January 1, 2015☆⚑

It's official: Musical instruments can be carried on aircraft

Department of Transportation rules in favor of musicians. 

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 7:01am on January 1, 2015☆⚑

Kennedy Center Honors going away? Rumors (unfounded) abound

The Kennedy Center Honors are not going away, just the producer.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 3:22pm on December 31, 2014☆⚑

Stages overflowed with brio in 2014

The Judy Awards look back at standout work.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 1:15am on December 28, 2014☆⚑

Cakes, cats and bugs fill the visual arts scene in 2014

From Maori ritual to 'Evil Death Bugz' for children, it's been a rich full year.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 1:00am on December 28, 2014☆⚑

Jazz, dance had a very good year

Highlights included Joe Lovano, Dance Theatre of Harlem.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 1:00am on December 28, 2014☆⚑

Classical music highlights for 2014 include 'Elixir of Love,' Renee Fleming

St. Louis classical music scene continues to flourish.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 1:00am on December 28, 2014☆⚑

Best Bets: TSO, 'Pixar in Concert,' Winter Fireworks Festival

Our staff picks the best things to do this week, with a look at what's ahead in the weeks to come.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 6:00am on December 26, 2014☆⚑

NYE: 8 fun ways to start 2015 on the right foot

Whether you're looking for flashy or low-key, here are some events to ring in the new year on a grand note.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 2:00pm on December 24, 2014☆⚑

'Tis the season to be trusting, at least for SLSO New Year's Eve concert

Music director David Robertson isn't giving away any hints about the annual mystery concert.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 2:00pm on December 24, 2014☆⚑

Jerzy Semkow, ninth music director of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. dies

Known as a perfectionist, he didn't care for the role of music director.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 4:21pm on December 23, 2014☆⚑

Music review: St. Louis Chamber Chorus offers a peaceful vision of Christmas

Palestrina and Howells play well together.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 2:10pm on December 22, 2014☆⚑

Best Bets: El Monstero, Patterson Hood

Our staff picks the best things to do this week, with a look at what's ahead in the weeks to come.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 7:00am on December 19, 2014☆⚑

The Bach Society keeps traditions alive with Christmas Candlelight Concert

The candlelight procession includes the St. Louis Children's Choirs.

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 4:00pm on December 18, 2014☆⚑