Four of us saw "Come From Away" this afternoon and it was simply outstanding. The story was…read moreinteresting, timely and very engaging, the cast was exceptional, the music, direction, sets sound and lights were truly professional. The Landers Staff was super hospitable and took extra care to allow our party to head up the stairs to the balcony prior to the full opening of the main doors. It's been many years since my wife and I lived in Springfield, having recently moved back, and seeing the great condition of the Landers and a clearly vibrant arts-supporting community, we are delighted to be back! Everyone should come experience our "jewel!" We know we will

I am going to date myself (just a little) with this review. My first memory of Springfield Little…read moreTheatre was our rural junior high school drama class being hauled down to watch a play in the metropolis of Springfield!! I couldn't tell you what we watched, but I remember we actually "dressed up" to get on a school bus and ride over an hour for that event. Fast forward at least 20 years, I still got excited (not too dressed up) to see Shrek at SLT. Springfield Little Theatre is located in the historic part of downtown Springfield. They have done so much work cleaning up, restoring and attracting new businesses in the downtown area. I REALLY like Springfield's downtown mix of restaurants, arts, businesses, salons - there is truly something for all ages. Needs a little more parking, but I don't know of any downtown area that doesn't struggle with parking challenges. Back to SLT - my sister, her friend and I all saw "Shrek". I have watched the movies a million times, but still loved the play. I was incredibly impressed by the cast, music, and the amazing costuming! The price for the show was $35 (I think) which isn't cheap, but really isn't bad when you consider a full night of entertainment. Since this is a review of SLT not Shrek - I will focus a little more on that. SLT has a TON of events (not just performances) and educational opportunities available throughout the community. The educational outreach impresses me the most. What a unique chance for kids (and not kids) to take part in the classes, workshops and productions. The prices appear to be quite reasonable and if I did have children- I would really want them to consider the activities and volunteer opportunities. If you are interested in learning more or to volunteer, check out their website or find Springfield Little Theatre on Facebook! I will definitely check their schedule the next time I am in town.

For a first time event, it's a decent turnout . About 15 food trucks, various vendors, military…read morerecruiters, political activists, vapers, lots of restrooms, plentiful parking next door (get here early), excellent music, a beer garden, BUT BRING CAMP CHAIRS N SHADE!! KID friendly but not necessarily disabled friendly. The ground is uneven and rocky. At 12:30, the lines in front of most of the trucks have dozens and dozens of people lined up in front. It's windy and cool so the weather has cooperated greatly. Bring cash, most places don't seem to take credit cards. We've been to many food festivals, very impressed by the reasonable food prices. A good overall experience!

Have you ever noticed that most small towns have that one place that stands out above the rest?…read moreThat one place that makes you want to stop and stay awhile? In Ozark, Mo., that one place is the Stained Glass Theatre (SGT), with its beautiful courtyard and welcoming atmosphere. The volunteers greet you with a smile, and the heartwarming chapel reminds me of sitting in an old country church. And on top of that, you have the fabulous set designs, the amazingly talented cast, and the outstanding backstage crew that brings it all together; it's a perfect place to spend your time. However, I think the best thing about SGT is that you can feel Jesus there. Their motto is "Serving Christ Through The Arts," and I can't imagine a better way to tell people what they stand for. In addition, they put on faith-based shows that are family-friendly, so you can feel comfortable there whether you are on a date, watching with your spouse and kids, your church group, or your parents. If you haven't been to Stained Glass Theatre, you're missing out. They change shows throughout the year, so grab yourself a season pass and enjoy it all year long. Trust me when I say you will be glad you did. You can check it out for yourself on their website: https://www.sgtheatre.com/.

This place is one of the hidden gems of the Ozarks! I have seen many shows here and every one of…read morethem has been delightful. Pay a visit to Stained Glass for uplifting and encouraging entertainment and fabulous intermission treats. Shows are all family-friendly and cover a nice variety throughout the year. They treat everyone like family in this place.

Xuehua Jin is a Master's degree student at Missouri State but his biography is already quite…read moreimpressive. Having founded a private art school in China and co-authoring three collections there, based on what I saw here, I'd sign up for an art class from this young master right now. 'The Truth of the Great Wall - 1' is a two-sided ink and charcoal drawing on cotton that stood in the center of a gallery and I came back to it again and again during my visit. 'Silent Excruciating' is a landscape featuring actual grass. 'The Lonely Road of Self-Redemption' is another landscape that employs tree bark. 'Masters from China' is a black and white landscape of acrylic, ash, and ink upon which a blood red section of a shirt hovers over it. His style is a mashup of Anselm Kiefer and free-wheeling calligraphic elements. I guess I should mention that there's more here. It's a small museum to be sure but there are some surprises in the permanent collection including an early Jackson Pollock and a deck of large playing cards by Jean DuBuffet. Manage your expectations and you may be glad you visited.

Really nice variety of pieces, the facility is beautiful. There's an outdoor area that would be…read morenice when it's sunny out. Everyone working there was really nice and helpful

We went to see many movies here and we really enjoyed ourselves. The seats are very comfortable and…read morewe sat in the middle if the theater. We will be going back again soon to see Spiderman Brand New Day.

We took the family to see How To Train Your Dragon in 3D on opening weekend. We were impressed with…read morethe fast paced lines and delicious popcorn! Staff were friendly and the entire experience was great. We had a fantastic time!

Nice museum with great people working there! I would highly recommend seeing when you are in the…read morearea!

Went to the museum during operating hours and the door was locked. No answer when I called and no…read morereturn phone call when I left a voicemail. Thats very disappointing for my children that I tried to take there.

I love Beerfest. Yes, the tickets are pricy...but it benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of the…read moreOzarks. Drink beer and support kids...you don't get too many chances to do that! I am a Big with BBBS, so I know firsthand what a good organization it is, and how important that fundraisers like Beerfest are for our community. Soapbox aside, Beerfest is fun. Take a group of friends and enjoy an afternoon of beer tasting and nice people. Parking is easy, but they have cab services available if you need it. There are tons of booths from local and major craft breweries, and everything is free (yes, even the amazing salted caramel ice cream with bourbon candied bacon from Buckinghams...swoon). There are reps at every booth to help you discover new beers or learn how to make your own. The Homebrew Zoo has a large booth full of homebrewers that are proud to share their knowledge and let you try their creations. You can get a VIP ticket for a little more, which gives you collector glasses and early entry. Cops are meandering around, so everyone behaves. It's not a big sloppy drunkfest--there are no fights or loud people, so don't let an all day beerfest scare you away! It's worth it!

This is a regional Beer Fest that charges exorbitant admission prices and DOES NOT offer reduced…read moreadmission for designated drivers (would be easily identifiable through special wristbands/stamps). Aside from being a poor business practice, it is irresponsible when considering the dangers of drinking and driving. I doubt I will be returning next year.

Best macabre horror fringe theatre around! All of the shows are written by local artists and…read moreperformers!

I highly recommend Necrobroth Theatre. If you want to see original mind-blowing, provocative and…read moreoften scary shows there is no better place to see them in Springfield.