10 things to do in St. Louis this weekend

    Things are about to get holi-crazy in St. Louis! Take time to enjoy yourself this weekend and check out some of the events going on around town before the holiday shenanigans hit the fan.

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    TERRY BARBER

    When: Friday, Nov. 17, 7 p.m.
    Where: 
    Grandel Theatre
    What:
     Spend a memorable evening with one of the world’s most beloved musical theater composers, Andrew Lloyd Webber, interpreted by internationally acclaimed rare countertenor, Terry Barber. Get a sample of Terry Barber’s work, here.

    DANCES OF INDIA

    When: Friday, Nov. 17, 7 p.m.
    Where: 
    Touhill Performing Arts Center
    What:
     Dances of India, St. Louis’ venerable classical Indian dance company, presents its 40th season in 2017-2018. Its colorful centerpiece is Devi of the Ashes–or, Cinderella in India. The beloved fairy-tale is given a spicy Indian spin in this fully narrated, original script. Learn more about Dances of India, here.

    MAGIC OF LIGHTS

    When: Friday, Nov. 17, 5 – 10 p.m. Thru Jan. 1
    Where: 
    Gateway Motorsports Park
    What: 
    Opening night is Nov. 17 and open thru Jan. 1 as the track is transformed into the ultimate drive-through holiday lights SPECTACULAR! More than 1.5 miles of incredible displays to make your Christmas merry and BRIGHT.

    JEREMIAH JOHNSON BAND

    When:  Friday, Nov. 17, 5 – 10 p.m
    Where:
     National Blues Museum
    What: 
    Born and raised in St. Louis, Jeremiah Johnson is the voice of Mississippi River blues blending with the struggles of everyday life. He began learning guitar at age 6, drawing inspiration from his rich St. Louis blues heritage and legendary guitarists, like Alvin Lee, Eric Clapton and Hank Williams Sr. and Jr. ​

    JEANETTE HARRIS

    When: Saturday, Nov. 18, 7 p.m. & 9 p.m.
    Where: 
    .ZACK
    What: 
    Jeanette Harris: Grown & Saxy: An evening of smooth jazz with the grown & saxy sounds of Jeanette Harris.

    FAIR TRADE MARKET

    When: Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 18 & 19, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
    Where: 
    Manchester United Church
    What: The Fair Trade Market offers unique gifts, international crafts, and exquisite foods. It is the nation’s largest Fair Trade Market with more than 3,000 sq. ft. of merchandise from around the world.

    NOVELTIES

    When: Saturday, Nov. 18, 8 p.m.
    Where: Edison Theatre
    What:
     Join The Big Muddy Dance Company as they dive into their seventh anniversary with “Novelties – A Tribute to Written Word” performance this fall. Eleven dancers will invigorate you through their athleticism, emotion, humor, power, and grace on the Edison stage.

    FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

    When:  Saturday, Nov. 18, 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
    Where: 
    Kiener Plaza
    What: Christmas in St. Louis is pleased to announce that the 2017 Ameren Missouri Festival of Lights will return to Kiener Plaza! The Festival of Lights will take place Saturday, November 18th and will include a host of live entertainment, lighting of the Salvation Army Tree of Lights, a festive fireworks finale, and the opening of the ice rink. The rink will remain open until January 1, 2018.

    GOOD AS GOLD

    When: Sunday, Nov. 19, 3:30 p.m.
    Where: 
    Touhill Performing Arts Center
    What: 
    The Saint Louis Ballet’s new “GO” series kicks off with work by choreographers including Tom Gold. The new series was created to bring the dancers up close– literally –  to the audience, with work that has been created for smaller casts on a smaller stage. The intimacy of the Lee Theatre will afford ballet enthusiasts a new experience in an informal setting, and an opportunity to mingle with choreographers and dancers following the performance.

    ARCADIA DANCE ORCHESTRA

    When: Sunday, Nov. 19, 7:30 p.m.
    Where: 
    The Stage at KDHX
    What: The Arcadia Dance Orchestra’ is an authentic, 11 piece 1920’s style jazz band based in St. Louis, Missouri. Comprising of professional musicians from the local music scene and led by local bandleader T.J Muller.