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New Line Theatre at the Marcelle Theater
4.6(56)4.6 out of 5 stars, 56 reviews St. Louis, MO
About New Line Theatre at the Marcelle Theater
New Line Theatre at the Marcelle offers an intimate, up-close, and personal theatrical experience featuring quality local talent. The small venue ensures every voice is heard and emotion seen, often leading to engaging and highly-rated productions such as 'American Idiot' and 'Sweet Potato Queens'. It's valued for its close-up viewing and a top-notch band for musical performances.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Parents seeking an intimate, engaging theater experience with quality local talent for older children or teens who can appreciate mature themes.Families attending specific, well-reviewed productions like 'American Idiot' or 'Sweet Potato Queens' (if age-appropriate for their children).Those who prioritize easy access and free parking at a theater venue.Despite being categorized as 'Kids Theaters,' the productions mentioned in reviews ('American Idiot,' 'Sweet Potato Queens') are typically adult-oriented and may not be suitable for young children due to mature themes. Parents should verify the specific show's content for age appropriateness before booking, especially for children under 13.
Why families love it
- Provides an intimate theater experience where every voice and emotion is clearly perceived by the audience.
- Features quality local talent delivering up-close and personal performances.
- Specific productions like 'American Idiot' and 'Sweet Potato Queens' have been highlighted as great and really fun times, respectively, with 'top-notch band' praised for musicals.
- Parking is conveniently close by and free.
- Small, intimate venue providing an 'up close and personal' viewing experience.
- High-quality local talent.
Insider tips
- Always check the specific production's themes and content for age-appropriateness, as some shows may be geared towards adult audiences despite the 'Kids Theaters' categorization.
- Be aware that while many productions are highly rated, quality can vary from show to show, so research specific show reviews.
- If considering involvement in productions (e.g., auditions for older children), be mindful of reported issues with internal management and director conduct.
Good to know before you go
- If you are looking for traditional children's theater specifically designed for young kids, as the mentioned productions are adult-oriented.
- Attending without researching the specific show's content, if you have younger children.
- If you are an actor (or considering for a child) and are sensitive to issues regarding director conduct, particularly with Scott Miller.
- A significant concern was raised regarding the director, Scott Miller, being 'disrespectful to actors and their time,' potentially impacting company morale or reputation.
- Production quality can be inconsistent, with one reviewer noting a show that was 'less than amazing' compared to others.
- Crowds
- Described as a 'small, intimate venue,' which suggests a more contained audience, but specific crowd levels or busy times are not mentioned in reviews.
- Value
- Not enough specific pricing information in the reviews. The value proposition appears to be the intimate theater experience, high-quality local talent, and free, convenient parking.
What parents say
"Wow! The intimate feeling of this production was wonderful. Every voice heard and every emotion seen from the audience. Great production of American Idiot!"
7 months ago
"Horrible director named Scott miller. He is disrespectful to actors and their time. Do not audition for this company"
a month ago
"I love attending theater at the Marcelle, quality local talent is up close and personal, parking close by and free."
2 months ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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