"The arts are not for the privileged few, but for the many. Their place is not on the periphery of daily life, but at its center. They should function not merely as another form of entertainment but, rather, should contribute significantly to our wellbeing and happiness." -- John D. Rockefeller
"The arts are not for the privileged few, but for the many. Their place is not on the periphery of daily life, but at its center. They should function not merely as another form of entertainment but, rather, should contribute significantly to our wellbeing and happiness." -- John D. Rockefeller
Arts Community
Our Arts Community is comprised of an independently operated in-residence organization (STAGES) that works with the KPAC, Kirkwood Parks & Recreation and the City of Kirkwood to produce performances for this facility, as well as several Regional Arts Partner who are independently operated organizations in the St. Louis Region that work with the KPAC to bring arts programming and performances to this facility.
STAGES St. Louis
STAGES St. Louis is an independently operated in-residence organization that works with the KPAC, Kirkwood Parks & Recreation and the City of Kirkwood to produce performances for this facility.
The Rep
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis creates bridges between people in the St Louis region and beyond through expertly crafted theatrical experiences that are joyful, unique, inspiring, and thought-provoking.
"The mission of Saint Louis Ballet is to provide a resident professional ballet company that performs classical and contemporary works of the highest quality for the cultural enrichment and enjoyment of the entire community."
Saint Louis Ballet
Dance Center of Kirkwood
Dance Center of Kirkwood provides instruction for a variety of disciplines at their school in Kirkwood, MO. Learn to dance with professional instruction from our dedicated teachers. “Where technique counts.”
Winter Opera St. Louis
Winter Opera St. Louis is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide St. Louis with world-class operatic performances during the winter months. Our work features nationally and internationally known artists, performing classic operas in their original languages, with English supertitles. We also highlight local performers and strengthen the local artistic community year-round through community outreach programs and workshops. We are committed to enhancing public appreciation and support of opera in St. Louis and preserving the beauty of this art form for generations to come.
St. Louis Philharmonic Orchestra
The St. Louis Philharmonic was once described by the famed conductor Eugene Ormandy in Time Magazine as “the finest amateur orchestra in the world.” Our professionally trained players have the rare combination of enthusiasm, dedication and musicianship that has attracted and inspired audiences since 1860. Our prestigious orchestra is composed of more than 90 talented musicians selected by audition. We are a mix of professionals, talented amateurs and gifted student musicians. Unique within the musical community, we are an all-volunteer, not-for-profit organization.
Moonstone Theatre Company
Moonstone Theatre Company is a new professional performing arts organization which will offer the community a wide range of quality theatrical productions while supporting local arts and education. Moonstone Theatre looks to inspire, entertain and challenge audiences with productions that range from the classics to new works. Moonstone Theatre Company celebrates the power of the theatre to illuminate our diversity and enlighten our shared humanity.