Celebrated Alvin Ailey dancer/choreographer Matthew Rushing's Uptown creates an episodic tour through 1920s Harlem, bringing to life the rich artistic activity of the era. The audience encounters both real and fictional scenes – a busy street, a rent party, a night at the Savoy ballroom – that highlight major moments in music, literature, the visual arts and dance.
Marking its 30th anniversary, COCA brings Uptown to life in a collaborative production between its five pre-professional dance, voice and theater companies as well as with musicians from Jazz St. Louis in a showcase celebration of the power of the arts.
For ages 7 and up.
Performances are Friday, April 7 at 7 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, April 8 and 9, at 1 and 5 p.m. Tickets are $16-$30.
For more information and tickets: cocastl.org
Let Miss Kelly's give you the night off while your child takes part in many different fun activities, including games, obstacles and challenges!
Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym in Creve Coeur.
Stop in and have some fun in the indoor pool at the Lodge of Des Peres with your little one at this drop-in swim time for kids up to age 6. No pre-registration is needed; Water Waddlers is open to residents and non-residents of Des Peres.
The lights turn down and the music turns up as kids, teens and families hit the ice during DJ Skate Night.
Preschoolers can learn, play, explore and grow at the Saint Louis Art Museum's Wee Weekend program for its youngest visitors. Join in on the adventure as your little one discovers new ways of interacting with art and each other.