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The Muny updates old and outdated musical comedies, giving them new life in the 21st century. -
A new study sheds light on the lives of 10 racoons, including a particularly adventurous forager named “Frankie.” -
The Muny will launch its construction project after the 2026 season. Changes include new seats and better protection against flooding. -
After three years drawing thousands of people to Forest Park, the Evolution Festival will take a year off. Organizers will look at options for producing a revamped version of the event in 2027. -
The June 19 crash caused enough damage that the bridge will have to be demolished. -
The bridge allows for pedestrian access from West Pine Avenue across Forest Park Parkway. It crosses the road at 14½ feet.
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![Teams of aeronauts take to the skies across the St. Louis region on Sept. 20 in preparation for the 2024 Great Forest Park Balloon Race — one of the longest-running hot air balloon races in the country. “Whether it’s a couple on their first date, a group of friends taking a day to just be outside together, or grandparents who can’t get enough of the joy the balloons bring to their grandchildren’s faces, the tradition [continues] in grand fashion throughout the entire weekend,” said Jessica Stegen, the race’s communications director. More than an estimated 100,000 residents and visitors throughout the region are expected to experience the race.](https://npr.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/00cf1b7/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3000x1671+0+164/resize/280x156!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnpr-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F66%2F99%2Fbd7ac7ec47409b059eae2f3f0416%2F091924-sp-balloons-3.jpg)
Organizers say they worked with the National Weather Service to make the decision because of continuing thunderstorms and wet field conditions. -
Guests on a backstage tour of the Muny got to learn some of the secrets behind the outdoor theater’s ambitious annual season. -
“Hamlet” may be the most well-known play in the English language, but the Forest Park production shows it can still supply new sounds and surprises. -
While trees remain standing in every part of Forest Park, the damage has drastically altered the landscape of the nearly 150-year old beloved attraction.
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![Teams of aeronauts take to the skies across the St. Louis region on Sept. 20 in preparation for the 2024 Great Forest Park Balloon Race — one of the longest-running hot air balloon races in the country. “Whether it’s a couple on their first date, a group of friends taking a day to just be outside together, or grandparents who can’t get enough of the joy the balloons bring to their grandchildren’s faces, the tradition [continues] in grand fashion throughout the entire weekend,” said Jessica Stegen, the race’s communications director. More than an estimated 100,000 residents and visitors throughout the region are expected to experience the race.](https://npr.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/8128931/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3000x1671+0+164/resize/560x312!/format/webp/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnpr-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2F66%2F99%2Fbd7ac7ec47409b059eae2f3f0416%2F091924-sp-balloons-3.jpg)
