The St. Louis Storytelling Festival is returning Nov. 8-15. Hosted by the St. Louis County Library, the event will include compelling personal stories, beloved global folktales and humorous anecdotes. New programming this year includes open-mic storytelling, musical performances from Music in Common and a humorous puppet show. All events are free and open to the public. Check out a complete schedule of events at slcl.org/storytelling.
the language of dance
Ballet Hispánico New York is returning to the StL! Presented by Dance St. Louis, the renowned American Latino dance organization will make its first appearance in the region in nearly 25 years at the Touhill Performing Arts Center on Nov. 14. The evening will showcase choreography from three award-winning Latina choreographers from across the Americas, For tickets and more information, visit dancestlouis.org.
Holiday cheer will be on full display in the Delmar Maker District! Businesses have created themed displays inspired by St. Louis’ iconic foods, institutions and restaurants. The holiday window displays will officially launch on Nov. 20 as part of the district’s Third Friday event, and they will remain up until Dec. 31.
a high-flying collab
Circus Harmony is welcoming back a special collaborator. Every year, the troupe produces a full-length show under the guidance of a special guest teaching artist. Marisa Diamond will return to service as guest director and artist-in-residence. The Indigenous and Latina artist previously worked with Circus Harmony in 2019. An accomplished teacher, choreographer and performer, Diamond is also the founder and director of the Circus International Film Festival.
british invasion
Classical music lovers will want to head to Schlafly Tap Room on Nov. 15. Chamber Project St. Louis is bringing music from across the pond with “The Brits Are Coming!,” a concert featuring the best of British chamber music. Tickets are available on EventBrite. Look forward to an evening of great music and absolutely no taxation without representation!
