Tom Fec, a.k.a Tobacco, has resurrected his psych-pop project, Black Moth Super Rainbow. He talked to us this summer about recording analog, the differences between his two musical projects, and this fall’s tour, which makes a stop at Off Broadway on September 12.

This musical needs no introduction; the rain-drenched lamppost and bright yellow raincoats are as unforgettable as Yorick’s skull or Dorothy’s red-sequined shoes.

Turandot is stunning. It’s an unrelenting, fast-moving piece and an excellent example of the power behind the human voice. It exhibits compelling, dynamic characters and is as sweet as it is violent. Although at its surface it seems like a story of unwavering love, its themes of marriage, class, and loyalty cannot be denied.

The St. Louis Fetal Institute breaths new life into battling prenatal disease.

For one afternoon, participants in St. Louis’ first Barter Fest will return to a more medieval form of commerce. Artists, cooks, brew masters, and many others will barter and trade for other goods and services—no money allowed.

Philip Slein and Jim Schmidt co-curate a group show of the nation’s best abstract artists.

The self-proclaimed “Bad Boy of Musical Theater” delivers a tale of our time, in stunning clarity.