This week on Spotlight STL, finding confidence, culture and community through the art of belly dancing. Then, we look at life after the Tony Award with a closer look at the Muny’s incredible honor. A St. Louis startup scores a major victory in the fight against colon cancer—discover the groundbreaking new test that could change everything. We also revisit the Fagin Building: horrible design or ahead of its time? Plus, the surprising story behind a beloved holiday cooking staple that started right here in St. Louis. And finally, ring in the season with a timeless classic performed by the St. Louis Philharmonic Orchestra.

Egyptian Belly Dancing, St. Louis Style
In the middle of South St. Louis, students from all over the area get together on a weekly basis to learn the art of that ancient dance from a pro named Nisaa.

What a Difference a Tony Makes
The Muny — country’s oldest and largest outdoor musical theater — is now “The Tony Award Winning Muny”
So what difference does winning a Tony actually make?

Dynamic duo fights colon cancer by creating RNA-based stool test, an FDA-approved Labcorp partner
“You poop, you ship it back,” said Co-Founder and Chief Medical & Science Officer Erica Barnell, MD, PhD.

History Spotlight: Fagin Building
The Fagin Building, completed in 1888 in St. Louis, stirred controversy due to its eccentric design. Was it a horrible design or before it’s time?

Joy of Cooking: A St. Louis Original
Joy of Cooking has been called the “culinary bible.” Irma Rombauer of St. Louis had the average cook in mind when she wrote it, focusing on ease and prep time.

St. Louis Philharmonic Orchestra
The “Holiday Pops Spectacular,” performed by the St. Louis Philharmonic Orchestra, is a festive concert of orchestral favorites.