Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from March 2026
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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.
Kansas City Ballet Will Present THE GREAT GATSBY With Guest Artists at Kauffman Center
Kansas City Ballet will present THE GREAT GATSBY at the Kauffman Center with guest artists and live jazz.
Lyric Opera Of Kansas City Unveils Community Programming For OF MICE AND MEN
Lyric Opera of Kansas City has announced community engagement events tied to OF MICE AND MEN.
Mattias Klum Will Appear in TRAILBLAZING TALKS Series at Kauffman Center
Photographer Mattias Klum will present a talk as part of the Trailblazing Talks series at the Kauffman Center.
Charlie Parker 2026 Festival Will Return to Kansas City With Summer-Long Celebration
Charlie Parker 2026 will return to Kansas City with a summer-long festival celebrating the jazz icon’s legacy.
LES MISÉRABLES vs. NEWSIES: Final Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Movie Musical Bracket
Voting is now open for the final 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
BroadwayWorld Goes Even More Global: Now Available in 20 Languages
As New York City and the broader United States prepare to welcome the world for a historic stretch of global events — including FIFA World Cup 2026 and America's 250th Anniversary celebrations — BroadwayWorld is expanding its platform to meet that moment in a meaningful way.
Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre Announces 65th Anniversary Season Line-Up; ANNIE, INTO THE WOODS, More
Celebrating 65 years of artistic excellence and community engagement, newly appointed Artistic Director Robyne Parrish and the team at Arrow Rock Lyceum announced the theater's 65th anniversary season.
Behzod Abduraimov To Close Park University ICM 2025–26 Season With May Recital
Park University International Center for Music will present pianist Behzod Abduraimov on May 1 at the 1900 Building in Mission Woods, Kan.
THE MUSIC MAN Comes To Century II Concert Hall April 24-26!
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.
David Gray To Retire As Executive Director Of Kansas City Ballet
Kansas City Ballet has announced that Executive Director David Gray will retire from his position at the end of 2026.
Review: MOBY DICK
MTH’s World Premiere production of “Moby Dick a sea shanty” should not be missed.
Fifth Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Voting is now open for the fifth 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
Photos: MOBY DICK: A SEA SHANTY at Music Theater Heritage
Music Theater Heritage has released first look photos from MOBY DICK: A SEA SHANTY, now playing at Crown Center.
Video: KINKY BOOTS Tour First Look
Get a first look at the new non-equity North American Tour of Kinky Boots.
Introducing the StageMag Show Promo Kit
Introducing the Show Promo Kit — your all-in-one toolkit for promoting your production! Everything you need to spread the word, now in a single dedicated page in your Stage Mag dashboard.
STEREOPHONIC Comes To The Kauffman Center in April
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 April
Students from Park University's International Center for Music will perform at the 1900 Building in Mission Woods, Kan.
Fourth Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Voting is now open for the fourth 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 UNDERTALE: THE DETERMINATION SYMPHONY WORLD TOUR
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced a new addition to the 2026-27 Kauffman Center Presents series lineup: UNDERTALE: The Determination Symphony on September 2 at 7:30 p.
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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.
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TBC Truck, Trailer Repair & Diesel Performance TBC Truck, Trailer Repair & Diesel Performance (5/01-12/01) |
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Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (1/22-1/22) |
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The Ritz Unicorn Theartre (8/12-8/30) |
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'Burn the Floor presents Maks & Peta Live!' Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (4/03-4/03) |
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What iF Puppets presents 'How to Snag a Sea Monster' Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (10/07-10/10) |
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Owen/Cox Dance Group 'The Nutcracker and the Mouse King' Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (12/10-12/13) |
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Come From Away Olathe Civic Theatre Assn (OCTA) (6/04-6/20) |
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Take3 'Where Bach Meets Rock' Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (11/21-11/21) |
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Clint Black & Midland Ozarks Amphitheater (10/10-10/10) |
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Blind Boys of Alabama Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (11/14-11/14) |