Princess of the Pose: A Josephine Baker Story
Pay-What-You-Can Performance: Saturday, October 24th, 2026 - 2pm at Metro Theater Company!
Strike a pose with Josephine Baker – St. Louis’ first international superstar! This world premiere one-woman show will take you on a journey through Josephine’s extraordinary life from St. Louis to Paris and beyond! In a world full of barriers and limitations, Josephine Baker exemplified the power of boldly and creatively paving your own path. Princess of the Pose encourages young people to find their inner superstar through Josephine's resilience, courage, and unflinching fight for equality. Performed by St. Louis native and Metro Theater Company artist Tyler White. Join us this fall as we celebrate this one-of-a-kind trailblazer and her unforgettable legacy!
Best enjoyed by ages 5 and up.
Thank you for Celebrating with Us!
To all who attended or supported our 2026 Jubilee Gala - Thank you!
Together, we celebrated Metro Theater Company’s legacy and future as a cornerstone of theater and education in St. Louis while honoring three remarkable individuals whose dedication continues to strengthen opportunities for young people across our community.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who attended, supported, sponsored, volunteered, and celebrated with us. It was an unforgettable evening of storytelling, community, and celebration—and we are honored to share highlights from the night with you!
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Inspired by the intelligence and emotional wisdom of young people, we create professional theater, foster inclusive community, and nurture meaningful learning through the arts.
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Metro Theater Company envisions a strong, vibrant and diverse St. Louis, where every person is valued and respected, and where all young people are empowered to reach their full human potential without barriers.
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