With her queenly self-confidence, Lizzo (née Melissa Viviane Jefferson) who plays the flute as well as she raps, has wowed the pop scene. At the St. Louis stop on her Cuz I Love You Tour, listen for hits like “Truth Hurts” and “Good as Hell.” The Pageant.
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Such Sweet Thunder | October 3–5
The Big Muddy Dance Company breathes new life into Such Sweet Thunder, the 1957 Duke Ellington/ Billy Strayhorn suite, with the help of Jazz St. Louis, Shakespeare Festival St. Louis, and the Nine Network. Public Media Commons.
Best of Missouri Market | October 4–6
Is it really fall without an Instagramm-able festival? Browse more than 120 tables’ worth of artisans’ and crafters’ baked goods, flowers, baskets, wooden toys, jewelry, and more at the Best of Missouri Market. Kids get special crafts and activities, and don’t miss the live music. Missouri Botanical Garden.
Erykah Badu’s combination of soul, hip-hop, and R&B has yielded a slew of catchy singles and netted her the title of Queen of Neo-Soul. Chaifetz Arena.
The Historic Shaw Art Fair | October 5 & 6
The Historic Shaw Art Fair, once again hosting painters, jewelers, sculptors, and more, marks its 27th year. Live music will be provided by a lineup including the Jazz St. Louis All-Stars, Cave of Swords, Jack Grelle, and Bach to the Future. Shaw Neighborhood.
Neil deGrasse Tyson | October 17
In his new book, Letters From an Astrophysicist, Neil deGrasse Tyson shares the 100 best letters sent by fans, with his responses. Science, faith, philosophy, and everyone’s favorite former planet, Pluto, are just a few of the topics he explores. Stifel Theatre.
On the 350th anniversary of Rembrandt’s death, the Saint Louis Art Museum hosts “Dutch Painting in the Age of Rembrandt from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston,” featuring more than 70 works—including one by Rembrandt van Rijn. Saint Louis Art Museum.
Dear Evan Hansen | October 22–November 3
Winner of six Tonys and a Grammy, Dear Evan Hansen is the story of a teenager with anxiety whose therapist tells him to write to himself—with significant consequences. The Washington Post calls it “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history.” Fox Theatre.
On her first world tour in more than a decade, Céline Dion performs tracks off her forthcoming album, Courage. She’s been expanding her repertoire, collaborating with the likes of Sia, Pink, and Stephan Moccio. Enterprise Center.
Note: Chicago native Chance the Rapper’s concert, originally scheduled for October 20 at Enterprise Center, has been postponed.
