Claire Manship’s performance made me happy and gay.

1. It Shoulda Been You | Stages St. Louis
This show introduced me to my new favorite actress: Claire Manship. Her performance made me happy and gay.
2. Mother and Sons | The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
Silence equals death.
3. Follies | The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
Just thinking about Emily Skinner’s performance of “Could I Leave You” still gives me chills.
4. Sister Act | Stages St. Louis
While this outstanding show has an amazing cast, seeing Michele Burdette Elmore rap will stay with me forever.
5. Molly’s Hammer | The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
This timely political production ignited my passion for joining the resistance.
6. Two Character Play | Midnight Company
Joe Hanrahan + Michelle Hand = a night of unforgettable theater.
7. The Drowsy Chaperone | Stages St. Louis
I am still—in my head—giving David Schmittou as standing ovation. His performance was theatrical perfection.
8. Finding Neverland | The Fabulous Fox
Magical production numbers and child actors whom I actually liked created a bewitching production.
9. Alice in Wonderland | Stages St. Louis
These actors truly embraced the idea of “ensemble cast.” Every performance was magical.
10. Fiddler on the Roof | The Muny
Putting the orchestra on the stage created another magical moment at The Muny.

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