Touhill Events

Experience the best in live performance in a world-class venue. As a performing arts center, the Touhill is specifically designed to bring you quality arts and entertainment across a spectrum of genres. Whatever your tastes, the Touhill promises the opportunity to explore.

Arianna String Quartet: Death and the Maiden

Arianna String Quartet: Death and the Maiden

Three composers whose dramatic creations helped map the course of classical music.

DVORAK: Quartet in E-flat Major, Op.51
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Sep 10
Lee Theater
Chinese Dance: Classical, Modern and Folk

Chinese Dance: Classical, Modern and Folk

Presented by the Center for International Studies

In three acts - Dragon Rhythm, Chinese Trend and Swing China - this evening of dance takes the audience through a sweeping scope of ... More Info »
Sep 18
Lee Theater
The Screwtape Letters

The Screwtape Letters

presented by Fellowship for the Performing Arts

TWO PERFORMANCES ONLY!

C.S. Lewis' brilliant novel The Screwtape Letters, reveals spiritual ... More Info »

Sep 25
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
Fall into Ballet

Fall into Ballet

presented by Saint Louis Ballet

Gen Horiuchi’s 10th anniversary season as artistic director kicks off with the revival of Elliptique and Wake Up!More Info »
Sep 26
Lee Theater
MADCO: 34th Season Opener

MADCO: 34th Season Opener

Modern American Dance Company

Fall in love with MADCO as the dance troupe opens its 34th season of entertaining and athletic dance, featuring both premiere and re ... More Info »
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Lee Theater
The Glenn Miller Orchestra

The Glenn Miller Orchestra

featuring dancers from St. Louis' own Casa Loma Ballroom

“In the mood” for some swing? Glenn Miller’s signature sound made the Glenn Miller Orchestra the most sought-after ... More Info »
Oct 2
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
 
St. Louis Jazz Orchestra

St. Louis Jazz Orchestra

After seven years and countless touring miles since it formed, the St. Louis Jazz Orchestra swings into the Lee Theater this fall &n ... More Info »
Oct 7
Lee Theater
Houston Ballet

Houston Ballet

presented by Dance St. Louis

One of America’s premier ballet companies brings an intimate program brimming with classical pleasures. George Balanchine&rsqu ... More Info »
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
Oliver!

Oliver!

presented by Variety Children's Theatre

Nothing works on the stage like a well-crafted tale, and "Oliver!" is just such a show. Based on the Dickens novel, it wil ... More Info »
Oct 14 - Oct 17
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall

The Crucible

presented by University of Missouri-St. Louis and the Department of Theater, Dance & Media Studies

Salem, Massachusettes 1692. A community is divided by accusations of witchcraft. When tales from several troubled girls are taken as ... More Info »
Oct 14 - Oct 23
Lee Theater
University Symphonic Band Concert

University Symphonic Band Concert

Join us as the UM-St. Louis Symphonic Bands performs its concert in the Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall. The Symphonic Band performs ... More Info »
Oct 20
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall

ABC Homecoming Step Show

Welcome to the Associated Black Collegians' 5th annual Homecoming Step Show! A competition featuring greek step teams from acros ... More Info »
Oct 21
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
 
Amy Grant: Pieces of our Lives Tour

Amy Grant: Pieces of our Lives Tour

An event to support Compassion International's Leadership Development Program

You are cordially invited to Pieces Of Our Lives, an intimate evening of art & music with Amy Grant. 

The evening ev ... More Info »

Oct 26
Lee Theater
Mavrothi Kontanis & The Maeandros Ensemble

Mavrothi Kontanis & The Maeandros Ensemble

Presented by the Center for International Studies

The Maeandros Ensemble specializes in traditional folk, urban and classical music of Greece and the Near East, weaving together a di ... More Info »
Oct 28
Lee Theater
Arianna String Quartet: By Request

Arianna String Quartet: By Request

Now’s your chance to program an Arianna concert! Choose from three of the following:
BEETHOVEN: Quartet in F minor, ... More Info »
Oct 29
Lee Theater
In the Mood

In the Mood

presented by ArtBeat

With a big band orchestra, singers and swing dancers, IN THE MOOD is the retro 1940's musical that brings to the stage the music ... More Info »
Nov 4
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
Opera on the Go! Marriage of Figaro

Opera on the Go! Marriage of Figaro

presented by Opera Theatre of Saint Louis

Opera on the Go! seeks to connect the dots for kids who may not realize they already love the fundamental elements of opera. The Ope ... More Info »
Nov 5
Lee Theater

Sum of Motion: UMSL Dance Fall 2010

presented by University of Missouri-St. Louis and the Department of Theater, Dance & Media Studies

The UMSL Department of Theatre, Dance and Media Studies presents the Sum of Motion.  This production is a dance concert featuri ... More Info »
Nov 11 - Nov 13
Lee Theater
 
An Evening with Dr. Maya Angelou

An Evening with Dr. Maya Angelou

presented by the University Programming Board

An evening with author, activist, and poet Dr. Maya Angelou. Tickets on sale September 27th, 2010@10am. Discounted UMSL student tick ... More Info »
Nov 18
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
Masters of the Fiddle: Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy

Masters of the Fiddle: Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy

Presented in partnership with OASIS

Two of the world's most celebrated fiddlers, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy showcase Celtic music, dance and song in Master ... More Info »
Nov 19
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
Martin Short

Martin Short

A household name from his stint on "Saturday Night Live", Martin Short is among The Second City’s most successful al ... More Info »
Nov 20
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
Aaron McGruder

Aaron McGruder

presented by the University Programming Board

Join the University Program Board for an evening of conversation with the creator of The Boondocks and co-author of the graphic nove ... More Info »
Nov 30
Lee Theater

UMSL Jazz Holiday Concert

presented by University of Missouri-St. Louis and the Department of Music

Returning for its 4th year, the University of Missouri-St. Louis and the Department of Music are thrilled to present the Jazz Holida ... More Info »
Dec 5
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
The Ambassadors of Harmony

The Ambassadors of Harmony

Sounds of the Season 2010

Make your Holiday Season complete with an experience you'll always remember.
The Ambassadors of Harmony will present ... More Info »
Dec 10 - Dec 12
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
 
The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker

presented by Saint Louis Ballet

Wrap up the year with a special, magical experience that will warm the heart and soul. St. Louis Ballet’s The Nutcracker. ... More Info »
Dec 17 - Dec 23
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet

Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet

presented by Dance St. Louis

From Italy, Belgium, France, Sweden and more, Europe’s most daring choreographers are flocking to the bold young Cedar Lake Co ... More Info »
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
The Parker Quartet

The Parker Quartet

welcomed by the Arianna String Quartet

Hailed by the New York Times as “something extraordinary” and by the Boston Globe for their “fiercel ... More Info »
Jan 28
Lee Theater
Taikoza

Taikoza

Presented by the Center of International Studies

Roughly translated, Taiko means “big drums” – and that’s exactly what Taikoza delivers. The group combines t ... More Info »
Jan 29
Lee Theater
Al Jarreau

Al Jarreau

presented by Jazz St. Louis

Al Jarreau's unique vocal style is one of the world's most precious treasures. His innovative musical expressions have made ... More Info »
Feb 11
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
Arianna String Quartet: Imagination and Imagery

Arianna String Quartet: Imagination and Imagery

interactive series for young audiences

Learning to use your imagination when listening to music is a powerful skill.  In this concert, the Arianna String Quartet will ... More Info »
Feb 20 - Feb 23
Lee Theater
 
St. Louis Jazz Orchestra

St. Louis Jazz Orchestra

After seven years and countless touring miles since it formed, the St. Louis Jazz Orchestra swings into the Lee Theater this fall &n ... More Info »
Feb 24
Lee Theater
Chiwoniso:  Rebel Woman

Chiwoniso: Rebel Woman

Presented by the Center of International Studies

Emboldened by the historic spirit of African music with perspective of American protest songs, Chiwoniso writes and sings brilliantl ... More Info »
Feb 26
Lee Theater
Arianna String Quartet: Quint-Essential!

Arianna String Quartet: Quint-Essential!

with special guest pianist Anton Nel

GALA CONCERT WITH PIANIST ANTON NEL
Experience the power and intimacy of these composers, as the ASQ shares the stage wit ... More Info »
Mar 5
Lee Theater
The Mikado

The Mikado

presented by New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players

Gorgeous Japanese sets, vibrant costumes, soaring music and that Gilbertian humor with a satirical edge make The Mikado arguably the ... More Info »
Mar 11
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
MADCO: VESA (Connection)

MADCO: VESA (Connection)

Modern American Dance Company

MADCO honors the 50,000 Bosnians living in St. Louis with new work that will showcase Bosnian heritage and bring Bosnian and America ... More Info »
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Lee Theater
Tribute

Tribute

presented by Saint Louis Ballet

The “Contemporary Ballet series,” the most popular among ballet enthusiasts, returns in April 2011.  The program in ... More Info »
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
 
MOMIX in Botanica

MOMIX in Botanica

presented by Dance St. Louis

Experience Mother Nature as never before—through the phantasmagoric visions of Botanica. Follow the course of a day, th ... More Info »
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
Greater St. Louis Jazz Festival

Greater St. Louis Jazz Festival

Stay tuned, jazz lovers! The Greater St. Louis Jazz Festival always promises big name headliners, and 2011 will be no exception. Eve ... More Info »
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall
The Second City: Fair & Unbalanced

The Second City: Fair & Unbalanced

The perennial Touhill favorites return!  The Second City brings Fair & Unbalanced, an unbridled comic pleasure in the foibl ... More Info »
Apr 28 - Apr 30
Lee Theater
Arianna String Quartet: Music and Movement

Arianna String Quartet: Music and Movement

in partnership with MADCO; interactive series for young audiences

Dance is our most instinctive response to hearing music.  The Arianna String Quartet and the Modern American Dance Company (MAD ... More Info »
May 1 - May 4
Lee Theater
Arianna String Quartet: Titans of Style

Arianna String Quartet: Titans of Style

Three landmark quartets by composers whose innovative languages and styles forged new paths for musical expressivity.
MOZ ... More Info »
May 6
Lee Theater
Triptych

Triptych

Presented by the Center of International Studies

Triptych is a vivacious three-part ensemble featuring fiddler Laura Risk, guitarist/percussionist/vocalist Paddy League, and dancer ... More Info »
May 14
Lee Theater
 
Romeo and Juliet

Romeo and Juliet

presented by Saint Louis Ballet

The culmination of the 10th anniversary seasons will be the world premire of “Romeo and Juliet” a full length ballet by ... More Info »
Jun 24 - Jun 26
Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall