Stifel Theatre, Opera house in downtown St. Louis, United States
The Stifel Theatre is an opera house in downtown St. Louis with over 3,000 seats, featuring a façade with eight Corinthian columns and two limestone bears at the entrance. Inside, a large auditorium stretches across multiple balconies with a deep stage designed for orchestra performances and large-scale productions.
The building opened its doors in 1934 as part of a municipal complex and housed the local symphony orchestra for over three decades. During World War II, it hosted USO dances while continuing its regular concert schedule.
Today's schedule brings touring musicians, comedians and stage performers from across the country to this downtown venue. The official name since 2018 comes from a St. Louis-based financial services company that strengthens its connection to the city through the building.
The main entrance sits at 1400 Market Street in downtown St. Louis, close to several public transport options and parking garages. After a major renovation, the auditorium offers updated acoustics and lighting while preserving the original architectural features.
Between 1950 and 1970, performers like Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and The Rolling Stones took the stage here, making the building a regular stop on international tours. The two bears on the façade are carved from Missouri limestone and symbolize the connection to the state.
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