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BWW Review: HUMOROUS, SHOCKING, AND ENTERTAINING EMOTIONAL CREATURE THE SECRET LIFE OF GIRLS AROUND THE WORLD OPENS AT SPINNING TREE THEATRE at Spinning Tree Theatre
by Steve Wilson on January 21, 2019 in Kansas City Abandon your inhibitions, taboos, and what you think you know about being a young girl in today's contemporary society, when you enter EMOTIONAL CREATURE THE SECRET LIFE OF GIRLS AROUND THE WORLD. Directed by Chioma Anyanwu, in her directorial debut, and Andrew Grayman-Parkhurst, Spinning Tree Theatre presents its enlightening production of Eve Ensler's critical look into the thoughts and emotions of young women everywhere. (more...) 
BWW Previews: Girl Power Campaign Begins At The Kansas City Repertory Theatre
by Steve Wilson on January 21, 2019 in Kansas City Kansas City Repertory Theatre presents its Girl Power Campaign for the last half of the 2018-2019 season, celebrating strong, powerful women everywhere. The remaining five plays are all written by women and about women and demonstrate the strength, intelligence, and bravery of women around the world. (more...) 
BWW Review: SISTER STRIKES AGAIN! at Starlight Indoor Theatre
by Paul Bolton on January 20, 2019 in Kansas City 'Sister Strikes Again' now showing at KC Starlight Theatre (indoor) now through January 27, 2019 Comedic Catholic Cachechism review with Sister Mary Beth (more...) 
Now Playing Onstage in Kansas City - Week of 1/20/2019
by BWW on January 20, 2019 in Kansas City Upcoming Shows - Week of 1/20/2019 for Kansas City (more...) 
Theatre Lab Returns February 4
by BWW News Desk on January 19, 2019 in Kansas City Kansas City Public Theatre continues Theatre Lab at Uptown Arts Bar every First Monday of the Month January-June. Theatre Lab offers an outlet for new and experimental work in development by area artists. Experience the creation of new work and support local artists as they put new ideas to the stage! (more...) 
BWW Review: THE CHERRY ORCHARD at Metropolitan Theatre Ensemble @ Warwick Theater
by Paul Bolton on January 19, 2019 in Kansas City Metropolitan Theatre Ensemble at the Warwick Theater in Kansas City presents Anton Chekhov's 'The Cherry Orchard' directed by Todd Lanker January 17-27, 2019. The MET's production bounds with energetic performances as it explores an emotionally rugged terrain in this classic play. Director Todd Lanker's staging keeps the whirl and swirl of events moving at rapid-fire place as the cast wields Chekhov's script like well sharpened knife. (more...) 
Tonight's Performance of INDECENT Cancelled At KCRep
by BWW News Desk on January 18, 2019 in Kansas City The 8 pm, Friday, January 18th performance of INDECENT has been canceled due to a medical emergency. (more...) 
Photo Flash: First Look at KCAT's DEATH AND THE MAIDEN
by BWW News Desk on January 18, 2019 in Kansas City Kansas City Actors Theatre has completed casting for its production of Ariel Dorfman's "Death and the Maiden," which will run from January 9th to the 27th at the City Stage in Union Station. The production will be directed by Cinnamon Schultz and will star Vanessa Severo, Robert Gibby Brand, and Rusty Sneary. The production team includes Gary Mosby (Scenic Designer,) Deb Morgan (Properties Designer), Georgianna Buchanan (Costume Designer), Shane Rowse (Lighting Designer), Jonathan Robertson (Sound Designer), Mary Allison Joseph (Dramaturg), and Kyle Dyck (Technical Director). (more...) 
OAT Announces Laura Light As New Managing Director
by BWW News Desk on January 18, 2019 in Kansas City The Board of Directors and Artistic Director A.S. Freeman are thrilled to announce that longtime Rolla resident Laura Light has joined the staff as the company's Managing Director. (more...) 
Regional Roundup: Top New Features This Week Around Our BroadwayWorld 1/18
by BWW Special on January 18, 2019 in Kansas City BroadwayWorld presents a comprehensive weekly roundup of regional stories around our Broadway World, which include videos, editor spotlights, regional reviews and more. This week, we feature HAMILTON, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and More! (more...) 
Jane Fonda Comes to the Kauffman Center
by BWW News Desk on January 17, 2019 in Kansas City Today, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced the first event in the 2019-2020 Kauffman Center Presents series, along with the return of a popular fitness program. (more...) 
The Jewish Community Center Will Hold Chiefs Pep Rally
by BWW News Desk on January 17, 2019 in Kansas City The Jewish Community Center (The J) is getting behind the Kansas City Chiefs in a big way! (more...) 
BWW Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Opens at the Kauffman Center For Performing Arts in Kansas City
by Steve Wilson on January 16, 2019 in Kansas City With the onset of winter, snow-covered streets, no sunshine and freezing temperatures, Kansas City can become depressing. Fortunately for Kansas City audiences, the snow-covered hills are filled with THE SOUND OF MUSIC. The hit Rogers and Hammerstein's musical opened Tuesday, January 15th at Kauffman Center for Performing Arts and runs through January 20th. (more...) 
Laura Osnes And Corey Cott Come To MTH
by BWW News Desk on January 16, 2019 in Kansas City Two of Broadway's biggest stars will debut new show at MTH Theater at Crown Center. Newsies, Gigi, and Bandstand star Corey Cott will returns to the MTH stage joined by his Bandstand co-star and Tony-nominated friend, Laura Osnes (Cinderella, Bonnie & Clyde, South Pacific). (more...)
Kansas City Interfaith Youth Alliance and the Faith Always Wins Foundation Will Show Mr. Rogers Movie to High Schoolers For MLK Day
by BWW News Desk on January 14, 2019 in Kansas City The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and TV's Fred Rogers had two things in common-they prioritized the beloved community, that we should all have the opportunity to be seen and heard by our neighbors regardless of identity affiliation; chosen or not. In this spirit of kindness and compassion, the Faith Always Wins Foundation (FAWF) and the Kansas City Interfaith Youth Alliance (KCIYA) are co-hosting a free screening of the documentary film 'Won't You Be My Neighbor' for high-school age students. The showing will take place on Martin Luther King Day, Monday, Jan. 21. The free film will be shown at AMC 20 Town Center followed by a panel discussion led by members of KCIYA's Leadership Team. Doors open at 4 p.m.; the film will begin at 4:30 p.m. with the program concluding by 7 p.m. (more...)
Live From Here With Chris Thile Comes to The Kauffman Center
by BWW News Desk on January 12, 2019 in Kansas City An acclaimed national radio show will broadcast live from the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts this winter, when Live from Here with Chris Thile brings its variety show format to Muriel Kauffman Theatre. The live radio broadcast will happen today, January 12, 2019, as part of the 2018-2019 Kauffman Center Presents series. (more...) 
Photo Flash: Kansas City Actors Theatre Presents DEATH AND THE MAIDEN
by BWW News Desk on January 10, 2019 in Kansas City Kansas City Actors Theatre has completed casting for its production of Ariel Dorfman's "Death and the Maiden," which will run from January 9th to the 27th at the City Stage in Union Station. The production will be directed by Cinnamon Schultz and will star Vanessa Severo, Robert Gibby Brand, and Rusty Sneary. The production team includes Gary Mosby (Scenic Designer,) Deb Morgan (Properties Designer), Georgianna Buchanan (Costume Designer), Shane Rowse (Lighting Designer), Jonathan Robertson (Sound Designer), Mary Allison Joseph (Dramaturg), and Kyle Dyck (Technical Director). (more...) 
Jewish Family Services Announces Upcoming Programs And Activities
by BWW News Desk on January 10, 2019 in Kansas City The Learn Laugh & Love program series, sponsored by Jewish Family Services and the Heritage Center of the Jewish Community Center, will present a free program on Thursday, Jan. 17, "New Year--New You…Nutrition Made Simple" at 1 p.m. in the MAC Room at the Campus. Crystal Futrell, a specialist in nutrition and health with the Johnson County Research and Extension program will facilitate a conversation about people's relationship with food and consequences on their health. Futrell has worked with the Master Food Volunteer program as the Family Nutrition Program (FNP) program assistant prior to becoming Family and Consumer Sciences Agent/Nutrition and Health. (more...)
6th Annual Future Stages Festival Announced At The Kauffman Center
by BWW News Desk on January 10, 2019 in Kansas City Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts is excited to announce the 6th annual free Future Stages Festival on Sunday, June 16, 2019, from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., continuing the tradition of celebrating Kansas City youth and the arts. (more...)
Regional Roundup: Top New Features This Week Around Our BroadwayWorld 1/11 - HAMILTON, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and More!
by BWW Special on January 11, 2019 in Kansas City BroadwayWorld presents a comprehensive weekly roundup of regional stories around our Broadway World, which include videos, editor spotlights, regional reviews and more. This week, we feature HAMILTON, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and More! (more...) 
Winners Announced for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards
by BWW News Desk on January 09, 2019 in Kansas City We are pleased to announce the winners for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and voted on by you - the local theatergoers! (more...) 
Lyric Opera Of Kansas City Announces 2019 Exploration Series
by BWW News Desk on January 08, 2019 in Kansas City General Director and CEO Deborah Sandler today announced the next production of Lyric Opera of Kansas City's Explorations Series, Mack The Knife is The Man I Love: A Weill-Gershwin Cabaret which will feature the songs of George and Ira Gershwin and Kurt Weill. The 2018-2019 Explorations Series performance, with musical direction by Mark Markham and stage direction by Fenlon Lamb, will showcase the Lyric Opera's Resident Artists, including Kaylie Kahlich, Kelly Birch, Joseph Leppek, and James Maverick, plus Apprentice Artists Ruby Dibble, Jonathan Ray, and Armando Contreras. The performance will be held February 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Lyric Opera's Michael and Ginger Frost Production Arts Building. (more...) 
Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre Presents THE CHERRY ORCHARD
by BWW News Desk on January 08, 2019 in Kansas City The Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre presents Tom Stoppard's translation of Anton Chekhov's theatrical masterpiece The Cherry Orchard at the Warwick Theatre January 17-27. (more...) 
BIG BANDS ARE BETTER Comes To MTH Theater at Crown Center
by BWW News Desk on January 07, 2019 in Kansas City The MTH Theater at Crown Center has announced casting and additional details about its first show of the 2019 season, BIG BANDS ARE BETTER. The original revue, highlighting the evolution of the Big Band Era, will be directed by Jessalyn Kincaid and feature music supervision and big band arrangements by Brad Cox. (more...) 
Opera180 Announces Appointment of Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk on January 07, 2019 in Kansas City Executive Director Nate Wheatley today announced the appointment of the Company's Artistic Director, Dr. Elizabeth Birger. (more...) |
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