Step into the Fabulous Fox Theatre, where every visit feels like a “fox‑trot” through history: since its glittering debut in 1929 and exotic Siamese‑Byzantine sparkle, this gilded palace has hosted whirlwind adventures from swirling under Cinderella’s glass slipper to magic carpet rides across Agrabah with Aladdin’s genie. We’ve bellowed “Who Am I?” in Les Misérables, defied gravity alongside Wicked’s green sorceress, rapped through the revolutionary beats of Hamilton, laughed (and gasped) at the irreverent tunes of Book of Mormon, munched on the mad‑science at Alton Brown Live, drummed up neon chaos with Blue Man Group, and even belted every beloved anthem at the Disney Princess Concert – all beneath its starlit ceiling and in the glow of gilded arches that prove live entertainment here always takes center stage!

Gilded Beginnings & Foxy Flourishes

The Fabulous Fox Theatre burst onto the scene in 1929, swinging open its doors as the ultimate “reel” deal – an opulent movie palace with over 5,000 plush seats that felt more like a velvet-clad playground for the glitziest Jazz Age talkies and live revues.

After its dramatic “second act” rebirth in 1982, the Fox now outshines the competition as St. Louis’s go‑to stage for touring Broadway blockbusters, electrifying concerts, stand‑up comedy, and dance spectacles that really “rock the house.” And just when you think the night can’t get any more magical, the original Wurlitzer pipe organ rises on cue to serenade silent‑film screenings – proof that at the Fabulous Fox, the spirit of old‑Hollywood glitz never takes its final bow.

🦁 Lions, Lights & Lobby Delights

Slip through the grand lobby and you’re whisked into a fantasy realm: architect C. Howard Crane draped the Fox in an exotic Siamese Byzantine style – think glowing onion domes (no genies required), gleaming gilded arches, and a starlit ceiling that sparkles brighter than a Hollywood marquee at midnight.

Rising like regal guardians in the Fox’s palatial foyer, the famed “lobby lions” stand in gleaming stone – manes meticulously carved and eyes that shimmer on cue, as if they’re winking at each encore. These majestic beasts aren’t just décor; they’re a roarsome photo op.

✨ Chandelier

Suspended like a glittering star at the heart of the Fox’s exotic dome, the legendary chandelier tips the scales at a whopping 5,280 pounds and stretches 12 feet across–shimmering with 2,264 pieces of jeweled glass and aglow with 259 light bulbs. Whether it’s raining prisms down on a Broadway finale or winking its facets at you from above, the Fox chandelier is the crown‑jewel constellation that keeps history–and your jaw–dropping.

🦚 Peacock Alley

Peacock Alley is a tucked away gallery on the fourth floor which showcases the theater’s splendid past. This complimentary gallery displays more than 1,900 shows at the Fox since its 1982 rebirth – and even features a fond tribute to Stan Kann, the legendary organist. Peering through the alley window to the lobby, you’re treated to a sweeping cinematic vista of the sunny ceiling, gilded artwork, and majestic pillars. Don’t miss the elaborate “throne” chairs – you simply must have your moment in the royal seat. Keep an eye out for the elaborate chairs dispersed throughout (yes, even by the restrooms), which lend a dash of posh to every pause.

Finding the Fox in Grand Center

The Fox sits in the vibrant Grand Center Arts District of Midtown St. Louis, just a block south of Delmar. This cultural corridor is St. Louis’s epicenter for the performing arts, where neon marquees light up historic façades and murals spill onto the sidewalks. Grand Center’s mix of theaters, galleries, music venues, and public art installations makes it a year‑round destination for both locals and visitors.

Beyond the Fox itself, the Grand Center district offers a wealth of experiences within easy walking distance. Catch a symphony performance at Powell Hall (home of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra), explore contemporary art at the Pulitzer Arts Foundation, or take in a jazz set at the Kranzberg Arts Center or Jazz St. Louis (formerly Jazz at the Bistro). The Sheldon Concert Hall and the Vaughn Cultural Center round out a lineup of venues showcasing everything from world‑class ballet to up‑and‑coming indie bands.

Parking is straightforward and secure. The Fabulous Fox partners with nearby private lots and garages – rates typically range from $10–$20 per event – and you’ll find well‑lit, attended facilities within a two‑block radius. For guaranteed convenience, the official Fox parking garage at 3637 Washington Blvd. is open 24/7 at $15 per vehicle, and services like SpotHero and ParkMobile let you reserve spots in advance. If you arrive early enough, you can also snag free parking along the street.

🪄 Magical Moments

Our show‑hopping adventures at the Fox have whisked us from the glass‑slipper sparkle of Cinderella, with its twirling skirts and royal ballroom magic, to the “carpet‑diem” thrill of Aladdin, complete with lamp‑rubbing spectacle and genie’s wisecracks; from the goose‑bump‑inducing barricade anthems of Les Misérables to the lush Oz‑scape of Wicked, where witches truly defy gravity; through the revolutionary rhymes and rap‑driven history lesson that is Hamilton; the irreverent satire and earworm tunes of The Book of Mormon; Alton Brown’s mad‑scientist kitchen demos and dad‑joke nacho riffs in Alton Brown Live; the neon paint splatters and thunderous percussion of Blue Man Group; and the full‑orchestra swell of every beloved anthem at the Disney Princess Concert – proving that from fairy tales to rap battles to culinary chemistry, a night at the Fox is always front‑row magic.

Cinderella and Fox Club

Dressed as Cinderella and Prince Charming at the Fabulous Fox, we truly slipper‑ed into a fairy‑tale evening at the Fox Club – no pumpkin carriage needed. It felt like a magic carpet ride to theater bliss: enchanted thrones in rows 1–5 of the orchestra, a exclusive access to pre‑show feasts on the Grand Staircase and in the hidden lounge, a gilded club‑level entrance with royal restrooms, and a reserved chariot spot (aka garage parking) waiting just beyond the doors. Every twirl under the marquee’s glow felt like a royal ball, and we raced the clock to soak up each magical moment before the stroke of midnight. It was a royally spectacular night that even the Fairy Godmother would’ve tapped her wand in approval!

See more pictures on our Cinderella cosplay blog.

Aladdin

Donning our Aladdin and Jasmine finery at the Fabulous Fox – with our trusty magic lamp in hand – we rubbed up an evening so enchanting it felt like our very own three wishes come true. We soared through a carpet‑diem–worthy night, our genie‑us excitement lighting up every glittering moment under the marquee’s glow – so magical even Jafar himself would’ve begged for a turn at our lamp!

See more pictures of our Aladdin and Jasmine inspired outfits we wore to the Fox.

Riverdance 30 – The New Generation

Our most recent outing was Riverdance 30 in 2025, and we were swept downstream on a wave of Celtic taps and spins! We toe‑tally lost ourselves in the rhythm, feeling every “step” of history reverberate through the floorboards.

Hamilton

Les Miserables

Wicked

I schlepped my gloriously dorky opera binoculars to Wicked – ready to zoom in on every barricade brawl and dramatic hair flip like a theatrical paparazzo on a revolutionary stakeout.

Alton Brown

We’ve embarked on three of Alton Brown’s mad‑scientist kitchen capers at the Fabulous Fox – each one sizzling with insane chemistry demos that left us hungry for more!

Last Bite Tour

Eat Your Science Live Tour

Incredible Edible Tour

Blue Man Group

We scored seats so close to the Blue Man Group that we practically became part of the percussion posse – every neon paint splatter and thunderous drumbeat vibrating through our chairs felt like a riotous, up‑close invitation to join the blue‑tiful madness!

Disney Princess Concert

I surprised my niece with tickets to the Disney Princess Concert, and her happiness sparkled brighter than Cinderella’s glass slipper under the Fox’s glittering marquee!