Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis
FreeStep inside 41.5 million glass tesserae, one of the largest mosaic installations in the Western Hemisphere, free to visit daily.
527 N Grand Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63103 · St. Louis, MO
They don't call it "Fabulous" for nothing: this 1929 Siamese-Byzantine movie palace on Grand Boulevard is one of the most opulent theatres in America, dripping with gilded ornament and glowing chandeliers. Today it hosts touring Broadway shows, comedians and concerts. Arrive early just to gawk at the lobby, it's a show before the show.
General theatre & events guidance
Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.
Curtain time is firm
Latecomers are commonly held at the back until a scene break, so build in a buffer.
Study the seating chart
Price and sightline vary a lot within the same house. A few rows back can be the better seat.
Rush and lottery seats exist
Many venues release same-day tickets at a discount if you are flexible about where you sit.
Arrive with time to spare
Parking, bag check, and finding your row all take longer than you think on a full house.
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