Past Events

DECEMBER 2007

Gene Operle

Stray Dog Theatre invites you to spend an evening with Gene Operle.

“Gene Operle is a singer, guitarist, and songwriter who will woo you with what he calls “timeless tunes with an acoustic twist”, showcasing songs from the 1960’s & 70’s. The original songs on his new CD, “For What It's Worth” fit perfectly into the mix!”
(Border's Books & Music Stores 2007)


Stray Dog Theatre presents
Santaland Diaries by David Sedaris

A subversive Christmas elf shares his trials and tribulations working at Macy‘s during the holiday season. Funny, touching — and twisted — the brilliant wit of David Sedaris (“Me Talk Pretty One Day”) brings fresh joy to a cynic‘s world. For mature audiences.

Guest Director: Edward Coffield



November 2007

Stray Dog Theatre presents
And Miss Reardon Drinks a Little by Paul Zindel

The three oddball Reardon sisters come together for one last anxiety-ridden family dinner serving generous portions of pathos and humor. The evening turns fierce and funny, and ends with a shattering twist.


Tower Grove Abbey presents
Langston Hughes: Conversations with Simple

Featuring Bobby Norfolk and Blake Travis

Three time Emmy Award-winning storyteller Bobby Norfolk and singer/storyteller Blake Travis weave stories, poems and songs from Harlem’s golden age to create an evening of humor, theater and literacy. Their comical portrayals of poet/writer Langston Hughes and his most beloved literary character, the bawdy “Jesse B. Simple,” make this lively performance an unforgettable experience for adults and older children.

Stray Dog Theatre presents
Suddenly Last Summer by Tennessee Williams

After Catharine Holly is the sole witness to her cousin’s mysterious murder during a recent summer vacation, her Aunt Violet schemes to prevent the truth from being revealed.

“With a pair of impassioned performances, the commanding Lewis and fragile Layton sustain the ripe mood. Tower Grove Abbey, now Stray Dog's principle venue, turns out to be an attractive, comfortable space.” – St. Louis Post Dispatch


To see pictures of the performace click here


September 2007

Tower Grove Abbey Grand Opening Gala Event

On September 5th, the Tower Grove Abbey opened and welcomed friends, family and neighbors to enjoy the new theater.


To see pictures of the event click here