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Lyric Opera of Kansas City Announces Retirement of General Director and CEO Deborah Sandler Kemperby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(05/20/2026) - Anthony Durone, president of the Lyric Opera of Kansas City Board of Trustees, has announced that Deborah Sandler Kemper, the company's General Director and Chief Executive Officer since 2012, will be retiring effective June 30, 2027, after 15 years of leadership.
THE NOTEBOOK North American Tour Adds 26 Cities to 2026-27 Routeby Stephi Wild - Broadway
(05/19/2026) - The North American Tour of THE NOTEBOOK announced 26 new cities for its upcoming season, including stops in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, and Houston, after welcoming over 500,000 patrons since its launch.
Authentic Berlin Wall Segments Arrive in Kansas City for North American Premiere of THE BERLIN WALL. A WORLD DIVIDED.by A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(05/14/2026) - Six original Berlin Wall segments have arrived at Union Station Kansas City ahead of the North American premiere of THE BERLIN WALL. A WORLD DIVIDED., an international touring exhibition presented by Chase.
Starlight's PERFORMANCES FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES Series Will Return This Fallby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(05/14/2026) - Starlight's Performances for Young Audiences series will return this fall, with all shows held in the climate-controlled Cohen Community Stage House in Kansas City.
Kauffman Center to Host 2026 FUTURE STAGES FESTIVAL Featuring 35 Youth Performance Groupsby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(05/12/2026) - The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced performers and a full schedule for its annual FUTURE STAGES FESTIVAL, hosting over 30 youth performance groups across four stages.
Kauffman Center Will Present BAY OF LIFE: FROM WIND TO WHALES Talkby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(05/11/2026) - Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts will present BAY OF LIFE: From Wind to Whales on May 19, 2026 as part of its Trailblazing Talks series. The presentation will take place in the Muriel Kauffman Theatre.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Will Close 26th Mainstage Season at First Act Theatre Artsby Stephi Wild - Kansas City
(05/07/2026) - First Act Theatre Arts will present THE ADDAMS FAMILY at the Goppert Theatre on the campus of Avila University, closing out its 26th Mainstage Season with a cast of student performers ages 8–18 from across the Kansas City area.
Angie Schworer, Natascia Diaz and More to Star in Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre's 65th Seasonby Chloe Rabinowitz - Kansas City
(05/04/2026) - Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre has revealed its 65th anniversary season, featuring six productions with Broadway veterans Angie Schworer, Jonathan Hadley, Natascia Diaz, and others.
Joseph Price Appointed Dean Of The Conservatory For Performing Arts At Stephens Collegeby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(05/01/2026) - Joseph Price, a veteran director, producer, and educator with over 25 years of senior leadership experience, has been appointed Dean of the Conservatory for the Performing Arts at Stephens College in Columbia.
OPERATION MINCEMEAT Reveals 2026-27 Tour Dates and Citiesby Stephi Wild - Broadway
(04/30/2026) - The Tony and Olivier Award-winning OPERATION MINCEMEAT announced a full North American tour route spanning over 25 cities, including Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC, as the Broadway production hits 500 performances.
PSYCHICS VS. SCIENCE Will Embark on Tour Across The U.S.by Stephi Wild - Dallas
(04/29/2026) - PSYCHICS VS. SCIENCE, a live touring show featuring mentalist Joe Diamond and cognitive scientist Dr. Anthony Barnhart, will visit 15 U.S. cities for an interactive night of mind reading, psychology, and real-time scientific analysis.
Starlight To Reveal Blue Star Awards Nominations At Area High Schoolsby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(04/28/2026) - Starlight will announce nominations for the 24th Annual Blue Star Awards through in-school presentations, continuing a longstanding tradition honoring outstanding achievements in Kansas City theater.
Dillon Chitto Named Four Directions Playwright Residency 2026-2027 Recipientby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(04/28/2026) - Dillon Chitto has been named the next recipient of the Four Directions Playwright Residency, a collaborative program for Native and Indigenous playwrights that concludes with a staged public reading at Kansas City Repertory Theatre.
Will Blum to Star in INTO THE WOODS at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatreby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(04/27/2026) - Broadway veteran Will Blum, currently starring in Papermill Playhouse's 1776, will join the cast of INTO THE WOODS as the Baker at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre in Missouri.
Natascia Diaz To Star in INTO THE WOODS At Arrow Rock Lyceumby Marissa Faith Curley - St. Louis
(04/25/2026) - Broadway and CBS's FBI actress Natascia Diaz will star as the Witch in INTO THE WOODS at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre this summer, directed by Michael Lluberes, as part of the theater's 65th anniversary season.
MY HERO ACADEMIA IN CONCERT Will Be Presented At Kauffman Centerby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(04/21/2026) - My Hero Academia In Concert will be presented at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts as part of its 2026–2027 series. The performance will feature live music from the anime’s score synchronized with scenes from the series.
Charlotte Street's Annual Open Studios Will Return With 31 Artists in Residenceby Stephi Wild - Kansas City
(04/21/2026) - Charlotte Street's Studio Residency Program will open its Kansas City campus for its annual Open Studios event, featuring 31 visual artists, writers, and performers with live music, dance, readings, and open studio access.
SPRING ENCHANTMENT Concert Caps Off Kansas City Chamber Orchestra’s 39th Seasonby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(04/20/2026) - Kansas City Chamber Orchestra (KCCO) welcomes the season with its 'Spring Enchantment' concert on Thursday, April 30, at 7:30 p.m. at Grace and Holy Cathedral, 415 W. 13th St., Kansas City, Missouri.
Spire Chamber Ensemble to Present THE AMERICAN SONGBOOK Concerts and Inaugural Galaby Chloe Rabinowitz - Kansas City
(04/20/2026) - Spire Chamber Ensemble will mark its 16th season with an inaugural gala at Mission Hills Country Club and spring concerts featuring The American Songbook, with a special appearance by Allegro Children's Choir.
Bill English To Star As John Adams In 1776 At Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatreby Marissa Faith Curley - Kansas City
(04/18/2026) - Broadway alum Bill English, known for DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES and ANYTHING GOES, will star as John Adams in 1776 at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre in Missouri as part of the venue's 65th anniversary season.
Angie Schworer to Star as Miss Hannigan in ANNIE at Arrow Rock Lyceumby Chloe Rabinowitz - Kansas City
(04/13/2026) - Broadway veteran Angie Schworer, known for Some Like It Hot and The Prom, will play Miss Hannigan in Annie at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre, running June 5-14 as part of the theater's 65th anniversary season.
Kansas City Ballet Will Present THE GREAT GATSBY With Guest Artists at Kauffman Centerby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(04/07/2026) - Kansas City Ballet will present THE GREAT GATSBY at the Kauffman Center with guest artists and live jazz. The production will feature Lonnie McFadden, Eboni Fondren, and Tanner Rose.
Lyric Opera Of Kansas City Unveils Community Programming For OF MICE AND MENby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(04/07/2026) - Lyric Opera of Kansas City has announced community engagement events tied to OF MICE AND MEN. The programming includes conversations, screenings, and post-show gatherings. The opera will be presented at the Kauffman Center.
Mattias Klum Will Appear in TRAILBLAZING TALKS Series at Kauffman Centerby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(04/06/2026) - Photographer Mattias Klum will present a talk as part of the Trailblazing Talks series at the Kauffman Center. The event will explore environmental storytelling through photography and firsthand experiences.
Charlie Parker 2026 Festival Will Return to Kansas City With Summer-Long Celebrationby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(04/06/2026) - Charlie Parker 2026 will return to Kansas City with a summer-long festival celebrating the jazz icon’s legacy. The program will include concerts, panels, walking tours, and community events. The festival will culminate in a concert at the Folly Theater.
Behzod Abduraimov To Close Park University ICM 2025–26 Season With May Recitalby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(04/01/2026) - Park University International Center for Music will present pianist Behzod Abduraimov on May 1 at the 1900 Building in Mission Woods, Kan., closing its 2025-26 concert season. Tickets are $30 for the public and $10 for students.
THE MUSIC MAN Comes To Century II Concert Hall April 24-26!by A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(03/31/2026) - The American Theatre Guild will present THE MUSIC MAN at Century II Concert Hall in Wichita, Kansas as part of the 2025–2026 Broadway in Wichita Series. The production is scheduled to run April 24–26.
David Gray To Retire As Executive Director Of Kansas City Balletby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(03/31/2026) - Kansas City Ballet has announced that Executive Director David Gray will retire from his position at the end of 2026. His tenure will conclude December 31 following the company’s performances of The Nutcracker, with a national search underway for his successor.
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