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Kansas City Theater Newsroom
The latest news on live theater in Kansas City from Broadway shows on tour to regional theater.
Review: THE GREAT GATSBY at Kansas City Music Hall
If Broadway’s Great Gatsby trades in spectacle, the first national North American Tour proves that its success on the road depends on something more grounded: a cast capable of sustaining the illusion night after night, city after city.
Park University ICM Orchestra To Present Spring Concert With Guest Conductor Jason Seber
Park University's International Center for Music (ICM) will present its spring concert on April 17, featuring guest conductor Jason Seber.
Midwest Trust Center To Present THE UGLY DUCKLING And Family Programming In Yardley Hall
The Midwest Trust Center will present THE UGLY DUCKLING by Lightwire Theater in Yardley Hall.
Interview: Joshua Grosso of THE GREAT GATSBY at Kansas City Music Hall
I had the pleasure of meeting by telephone with Joshua Grosso who plays Nick Carraway in “The Great Gatsby.
Review: THE PLAY THAT WENT WRONG at The White Theatre
Producing The Play That Goes Wrong at a community-theater level is an act of courage.
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Comes to The White Theatre in March
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG will be presented as part of The J’s 2025–26 Theatre Series at the Lewis & Shirley White Theatre.
NUNSENSE To Be Presented By Theatre In The Park At Johnson County Arts And Heritage Center
Theatre in the Park will present NUNSENSE at the Black Box Theatre at the Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center.
Spire Chamber Ensemble Celebrates Sweet 16 with Voices InSpire Gala
Spire Chamber Ensemble will mark its 16th season with the inaugural Voices InSpire gala at Mission Hills Country Club on April 24, 2026.
Third Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Voting is now open for the third round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate Be
Review: TROJAN WOMEN MCI at Unicorn Theatre
What did our critic think of TROJAN WOMEN MCI at Unicorn Theatre?
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Continues National Tour
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.
Lawrence Opera Theatre Reveals Audition Extension And 2026 Season
Lawrence Opera Theatre has extended auditions for its upcoming 2026 season.
BLUEY'S BIG PLAY Will Come to the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts has announced a new addition to the 2026-2027 Kauffman Center Presents series lineup, a live show based on the lovable animated series: Bluey’s Big Play.
Photos: First Look at the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE
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.
Charlotte Street Reveals 2026 Visual Artist & Generative Performing Artist Award Fellows
Charlotte Street has announced the recipients of the 2026 Visual Artist and Generative Performing Artist Awards, honoring the outstanding achievements of Kansas City area contemporary artists.
Review: EVERYBODY at Kansas City Actors Theatre
The new Kansas City Actors Theater production of “Everybody” is a sly meditation on the human condition.
Second Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Voting is now open for the second round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate B
Kauffman Center to Present AN EVENING WITH CELTIC THUNDER to 2026 Lineup
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 PULSE
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!
Starlight Theatre in Kansas City will present its 2026 AdventHealth Broadway Series, featuring a lineup of acclaimed Broadway shows.
CLUE Begins Performances At Pikes Peak Center This Month
The murder mystery play CLUE, based on the popular Hasbro board game, will be performed at Pikes Peak Center from March 23-25.
Cast Set For MOBY DICK: A SEA SHANTY World Premiere At Music Theater Heritage
Music Theater Heritage has announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere of MOBY DICK: A SEA SHANTY.
THE PSYCHOLOGY OF SERIAL KILLERS to Launch US Tour This Spring
The Psychology of Serial Killers invites audiences beyond the headlines and into the behavioral, developmental, and psychological pathways that can precede serial homicide.
Josh Johnson Reveals Dates for 2026 Tour JOSH JOHNSON'S COMEDY BAND CAMP
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 nosta
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Come From Away Olathe Civic Theatre Assn (OCTA) (6/04-6/20) |
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WICKED Kansas City Music Hall (8/12-8/30) |
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'The Billy Joel Legacy' Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (10/11-10/11) |
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Guns N’ Roses Busch Stadium (8/16-8/16) |
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JITNEY Just Off Broadway Theatre (9/17-9/26) |
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360 Allstars Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (11/12-11/12) |
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American Psycho Olathe Civic Theatre Assn (OCTA) (9/04-9/20) |
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NJT Presents the STL Premiere of "Job" August 6 – 23 J's Wool Studio Theatre (8/06-8/20) |
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New Dance Partners - The Ultimate Collaboration Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (9/18-9/19) |
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Emilie: La Marquise Du Chatelet Defends Her Life Tonight Olathe Civic Theatre Assn (OCTA) (2/05-2/21) |