Photograph by Matthew Murphy
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An American in Paris | January 17–29
Inspired by the 1951 film of the same name, the score of the new musical is studded with classics by the Gershwin Brothers. It was nominated for 12 Tonys, including best musical. $25–$65. See website for showtimes. Fox Theatre, fabulousfox.com.
Off Modern: In What Time Do We Live? | January 20–March 2
This is the first installment in a series of interconnected exhibits that will go up over the course of the next six months, featuring work from Elizabeth Atterbury, Bruce Burton, Laura Ann Davis, Vaughn Davis, Jeff Eaton, Assaf Evron, Tatiana Istomina, Nicholas Mangan, David Whelan, and SLM's own Steph Zimmerman. Also opening Friday at STNDRD: Jennifer Schmidt: Ballad. Free. Opening reception January 20, 7–10 p.m.; gallery hours are noon-6 p.m., Wed-Sat. The Luminary, 2701 Cherokee, theluminaryarts.com.
Maplewood Sweet Tooth Tour | January 21
Now that you've had time to recover from the sugar overload of the holidays, take a self-guided tour of Maplewood and indulge in some seriously high-end sweets. Participating venues include Mystic Valley, Kakao Chocolate, Larder & Cupboard, Vom Fass, Penzeys Spices, La Cosecha Coffee Roasters, Great Harvest, Traveling Tea, Strange Donuts, Pie Oh My, Encore Baking Co., and the Living Room. $18. Noon–5 p.m., Maplewood, cityofmaplewood.com.
The Lumineers | January 21
This Denver-based folk-rock duo toured in obscurity for years before hitting it big with "Ho Hey," the hit off its its 2012 self-titled debut, which went platinum. The band is now a trio and recently released its sophomore album, Cleopatra, which has received praise from fans and critics alike. $25–$60. 7 p.m. Chaifetz Arena, 1 S. Compton, thechaifetzarena.com.
Urban Chestnut's 6th Anniversary: Wolpertinger | January 22
Every year, Urban Chestnut celebrates its birthday with the release of new beers, including the Wolpertinger, named for a German crytozoid that's a lot like our Jackalope but with fangs. The brewery says its 2017 Wolpertinger differs form years past in that it's "darker, more robust, and slightly tart with the addition of raspberries"; it's also been aged for two years in Scotch whiskey barrels. There's a lot more to this party than just beer, though: The event also includes German food; music by Saint Boogie Brass Band, Larry Hallar, Alp Horns and others; and samples from nearly 40 regional microbreweries, including Michigan's Bell Brewery, which is this year's special guest brewer. $40. 1–5 p.m. 4465 Manchester, urbanchestnut.com.
And don't miss these other events happening around the St. Louis area this weekend:
Top 5 Family-Friendly events this weekend
Unveiled: The Bridal Event at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis
Bald Eagle Watching at Pere Marquette
Eighth Annual St. Louis Visionary Awards
Clayton Restaurant Week: Winter Edition
Mardi Gras Family Winter Carnival
