Ahead of his Elvis Costello & The Imposters performance, Costello is releasing a new album, Look Now, his first since his 2013 Roots collaboration (Wise Up Ghost). GQ says it “demands to be taken seriously”—one more reason to see him live. November 21. Stifel Theatre.
The ’60s sawartists and printers creating not just a moment of experimental graphic art but actually an expression that’s lasted decades. Graphic Revolution: American Prints 1960 to Now includes more than 110 works. November 11–February 3. Saint Louis Art Museum
The St. Louis International Film Festival is including more high-profile movies than ever before. Think: Green Book, which won the People’s Choice Award at the Toronto Film Festival. But there are also projects spotlighting St. Louis, such asa documentary about the city’s Nahed Chapman New American Academy. November 1–11. Various venues.
Twenty-five years after St. Louis’ own Ken Page voiced villain Oogie Boogie in The Nightmare Before Christmas, see the film with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra providing the score. November 2–4. Powell Hall.
The St. Louis Jewish Book Festival turns 40 this year and is marking the milestone with such speakers as James Beard Award winner Rose Levy Beranbaum and Jamie Bernstein, daughter of Leonard and author of Famous Father Girl. Peter Sagal, host of NPR’s Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me!, kicks off the fest. November 4–18. Various venues.
The Saint Louis Ballet last performed Romeo & Juliet five years ago. Now the Montagues and Capulets return with original choreography by artistic director Gen Horiuchi. NPR calls the ballet’s score oneof the 20th century’s best. November 2–4. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
Last year, Bob Seger canceled his St. Louis stop because of health issues. Now, Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band are back—on their final tour—with their signature blend of rock ’n’ roll, blues, and country. November 30. Enterprise Center.
Christina Aguilera’s stripped-down album Liberation highlights her most irresistible quality: She can belt, as on the song “Maria.” Pitchfork calls the album “a promising first step towarda genuine pop rebirth.” Witness the revival in person. November 6. Stifel Theatre.
One hundred comics, including Take My Wife’s Cameron Esposito and Shane Torres of Comedy Bang! Bang!, perform more than 30 sets during the three-day Flyover Comedy Festival. The Improvised Shakespeare Company will create Bard-inspired works based on audience suggestions. November 8–10. Various venues.
Carol Burnett often opened her eponymous show witha question-and-answer session. Carol Burnett: An Evening of Laughter and Reflection will see the Emmy-winning actress replicate this format, and she’ll show old video clips, too. November 8. Stifel Theatre.
