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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.
Photos: MOBY DICK: A SEA SHANTY at Music Theater Heritageby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(03/27/2026) - Music Theater Heritage has released first look photos from MOBY DICK: A SEA SHANTY, now playing at Crown Center. The world premiere adaptation, written and directed by Tim Scott, reimagines Herman Melville’s novel as a memory play featuring sea shanties. Performances will continue through April 19.
STEREOPHONIC Comes To The Kauffman Center in Aprilby Stephi Wild - Kansas City
(03/25/2026) - STEREOPHONIC, the most awarded Tony play of 2024, will be staged at the Kauffman Center from April 7-12, featuring a story set in a 1976 music studio.
Park ICM String Studios Students Concert Set For Aprilby Stephi Wild - Kansas City
(03/25/2026) - Students from Park University's International Center for Music will perform at the 1900 Building in Mission Woods, Kan., showcasing a diverse program of string compositions.
Park University ICM Orchestra To Present Spring Concert With Guest Conductor Jason Seberby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(03/17/2026) - Park University's International Center for Music (ICM) will present its spring concert on April 17, featuring guest conductor Jason Seber. The event is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Graham Tyler Memorial Chapel located on the university's Parkville Campus. While admission is free, attendees are encouraged to RSVP to ensure seating availability. This concert provides an opportunity for the community to experience a high-caliber orchestral performance in an academic setting.
Midwest Trust Center To Present THE UGLY DUCKLING And Family Programming In Yardley Hallby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(03/16/2026) - The Midwest Trust Center will present THE UGLY DUCKLING by Lightwire Theater in Yardley Hall. The spring lineup also includes performances by Uncle Jumbo and StoneLion Puppet Theatre. Events will take place in April and May.
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Comes to The White Theatre in Marchby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(03/16/2026) - THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG will be presented as part of The J’s 2025–26 Theatre Series at the Lewis & Shirley White Theatre. Directed by David Martin, the comedy will run in March with performances beginning March 14. The cast includes Heather Ives, Reed Uthe, Christoph Cording, and Jason Shipps.
NUNSENSE To Be Presented By Theatre In The Park At Johnson County Arts And Heritage Centerby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(03/16/2026) - Theatre in the Park will present NUNSENSE at the Black Box Theatre at the Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center. Performances will run this spring in the indoor theatre space.
Spire Chamber Ensemble Celebrates Sweet 16 with Voices InSpire Galaby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(03/16/2026) - Spire Chamber Ensemble will mark its 16th season with the inaugural Voices InSpire gala at Mission Hills Country Club on April 24, 2026. The event will feature a cocktail reception, gourmet dinner, and performances showcasing a mix of classical and American music. The gala aims to thank supporters and enhance community engagement through music, with tickets priced at $200.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Continues National Tourby A.A. Cristi - Los Angeles
(03/12/2026) - Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will present a series of performances and workshops in New York City and across the United States, starting March 2026. The tour will also introduce the 'Finding Grace' curriculum aimed at schools nationwide.
Lawrence Opera Theatre Reveals Audition Extension And 2026 Seasonby Chloe Rabinowitz - Opera
(03/11/2026) - Lawrence Opera Theatre has extended auditions for its upcoming 2026 season. A centerpiece of the season is Robert Ward's The Crucible at Theatre Lawrence.
Photos: First Look at the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICEby A.A. Cristi - Broadway
(03/10/2026) - In honor of the official opening of the North American tour, producers have released production photos of BEETLEJUICE, the Broadway musical comedy based on Tim Burton’s film.
Kauffman Center to Present AN EVENING WITH CELTIC THUNDER to 2026 Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(03/06/2026) - Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts has announced a new event in its 2026 Kauffman Center Presents series: AN EVENING WITH CELTIC THUNDER, scheduled for October 11, 2026 at the Muriel Kauffman Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(03/06/2026) - Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts has announced a new event in its 2026 Kauffman Center Presents series: AN EVENING WITH CELTIC THUNDER, scheduled for October 11, 2026 at the Muriel Kauffman Theatre.
Kansas City Ballet Unveils 2026–2027 Season Featuring THE WIZARD OF OZ, ROMEO & JULIET, And PULSEby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(03/06/2026) - Kansas City Ballet Artistic Director Devon Carney has announced the company’s 2026–2027 season, which will feature a mix of classic ballet works, contemporary choreography, and family programming.
Tickets On Sale To Starlight's 2026 AdventHealth Broadway Series; HADESTOWN, NEWSIES, and More!by Stephi Wild - Kansas City
(03/05/2026) - Starlight Theatre in Kansas City will present its 2026 AdventHealth Broadway Series, featuring a lineup of acclaimed Broadway shows. Tickets are now on sale for this highly anticipated series.
CLUE Begins Performances At Pikes Peak Center This Monthby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(03/04/2026) - The murder mystery play CLUE, based on the popular Hasbro board game, will be performed at Pikes Peak Center from March 23-25. The production promises a blend of suspense and humor, keeping audiences engaged until the final twist.
Cast Set For MOBY DICK: A SEA SHANTY World Premiere At Music Theater Heritageby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(03/04/2026) - Music Theater Heritage has announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere of MOBY DICK: A SEA SHANTY. Written and directed by Artistic Director Tim Scott.
THE PSYCHOLOGY OF SERIAL KILLERS to Launch US Tour This Springby Chloe Rabinowitz - Philadelphia
(03/04/2026) - The Psychology of Serial Killers invites audiences beyond the headlines and into the behavioral, developmental, and psychological pathways that can precede serial homicide. The event is launching a tour with dates around the US.
Josh Johnson Reveals Dates for 2026 Tour JOSH JOHNSON'S COMEDY BAND CAMPby A.A. Cristi - Philadelphia
(03/03/2026) - The Emmy-nominated writer, stand-up comedian, and The Daily Show rotating host and correspondent will be embarking on Josh Johnson'S COMEDY BAND CAMP as his next tour, a one-of-a-kind stand up and live music experience that brings together all the community of being in one big band and all the nostalgia of summer camp.
Kansas City Rep Honors Gary Neal Johnson With Dr. Mac Awardby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(03/03/2026) - Kansas City Repertory Theatre has announced that longtime Kansas City actor Gary Neal Johnson will receive the Dr. Patricia McIlrath Award for Arts Advocacy, known as the “Dr. Mac” Award.
KC Melting Pot Theatre to Stage LONG TIME SINCE YESTERDAY This Marchby Stephi Wild - Kansas City
(03/03/2026) - KC Melting Pot Theatre willpresent Long Time Since Yesterday, by P.J. Gibson. When a group of old friends reunite for the funeral of their brilliant but troubled friend, Janet, grief unearths long-buried truths.
Kauffman Center To Present TRAILBLAZING TALKS: IN SEARCH OF LOST CITIES With Explorer Albert Linby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(03/02/2026) - Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts will present ALBERT LIN | IN SEARCH OF LOST CITIES on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. The event will take place in the Muriel Kauffman Theatre as part of the Trailblazing Talks series.
COME FROM AWAY, JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN and More Set for Kansas City Repertory Theatre 2026-2027 Seasonby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(02/23/2026) - Kansas City Repertory Theatre has announced the 2026-2027 season. Showcasing KCRep's leadership in presenting a dynamic range of theatrical experiences, the upcoming season will honor strength, courage, and welcoming the stranger—and deliver a gut-busting comedy that will make audiences roar.
Kansas City Jazz Orchestra to Honor Luther Vandross in NEVER TOO MUCH Tributeby A.A. Cristi - Kansas City
(02/23/2026) - The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra will present a special tribute concert, NEVER TOO MUCH, celebrating the music of Luther Vandross on March 20 at Helzberg Hall, Kauffman Center.
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