The theater, one of the oldest in the St. Louis region, screened its last film 45 years ago. It has since been offices, nearly demolished and then saved by voters.

Here are a few things on our radar this year on the St. Louis arts and entertainment scene. Also catch "Chicken and Biscuit" ...

While Columbia welcomes many dynamic performers, it can be fun to take a two-hour drive east or west to catch acts in St.