Natascia Diaz and More Will Lead INTO THE WOODS at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre
Natascia Diaz has joined the cast of Into the Woods as the Witch at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre this summer.
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Full Cast Set For DIRTY DANCING: THE MUSICAL North American Tour
The full cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of Dirty Dancing: The Musical, a new stage production based on the beloved film Dirty Dancing.
BroadwayWorld Unveils New Redesigned Website & On Demand TV Apps
Today marks a major milestone for BroadwayWorld.
IN THE TENT OF STARS to Make Kansas City Staged Reading Debut at Music Theatre Heritage
Astrolabe Theater Company will present a staged reading of IN THE TENT OF STARS, a new family musical centered on a transgender child lead, at Music Theatre Heritage at Crown Center in Kansas City.
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA to Play Kansas City's Music Hall as Part of PNC Broadway Series
Single tickets are on sale for the Broadway touring production of PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at Kansas City's Music Hall, part of the PNC Broadway in Kansas City series.
Sutton Foster to Headline Starlight Theatre's 39th Annual Gala in Kansas City
Two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster will headline Starlight Theatre's 39th Annual Gala in Kansas City.
Jeremy Jordan To Return To Music Theater Heritage For Two Nights In Concert
Chief Executive & Artistic Director Tim Scott announced that Broadway star Jeremy Jordan will return to Music Theater Heritage (MTH) for a two-night exclusive concert engagement in the MTH Grand Theater at Crown Center.
WAITRESS Will Embark on 10th Anniversary North American Tour This Fall
The Waitress musical hits the road this fall! Celebrate its 10th anniversary with a North American tour hitting 40+ cities.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL to Make Kansas City Premiere at Starlight
A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical hits Kansas City's Starlight Theatre July 7-12, starring American Idol winner Nick Fradiani.
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Launches 25th Anniversary North American Tour
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL announced a multi-city anniversary tour celebrating 25 years since its debut in a 76-seat Orlando theater.
Charlotte Street Announces Artists Selected for Studio Residency Program
Charlotte Street has announced the selection of 17 artists for the two-year Studio Residency Program.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from May 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
BroadwayWorld Launches Producer Fantasy Game
BroadwayWorld's new Producer Fantasy Game lets fans draft six Broadway shows and earn points from real box office grosses, awards, and weekly predictions.
Kansas City Jazz Orchestra to Launch MILESTONES Signature Series 2026-2027
The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra announced its 2026-2027 Signature Series, titled Milestones, featuring five performances across venues including the Gem Theater, Folly Theater, and Helzberg Hall at the Kauffman Center.
Starlight to Mark 75 Years of Broadway at Kansas City Public Library Missouri Valley Sundays
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Bob Dylan Live at Starlight to Feature Post-Show Fireworks Display
Starlight Theater in Kansas City announced a complimentary fireworks show following its July 4 Bob Dylan concert, inviting attendees to stay after the performance to mark the holiday.
Starlight Theatre to Offer 75 Tickets for $75 to Mark 75th Anniversary
Kansas City's Starlight Theatre is marking its 75th anniversary by offering 75 tickets priced at $75 to each Broadway performance, available for a limited 75-hour window.
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS to Return for 12th Year With 39-City National Tour
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS announced a 39-city U.
MRS. CHRISTIE to Make Kansas City Premiere at KCAT
Kansas City Actors Theatre will present the Kansas City premiere of Heidi Armbruster's comedy-mystery MRS.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY at Ozark Actors Theatre To Be Directed By Tony-Nominee Taylor Louderman
Ozark Actors Theatre will present THE ADDAMS FAMILY as part of its 2026 professional season, with Tony Award nominee Taylor Louderman making her directorial debut.
HADESTOWN to Open Starlight's 75th Broadway Season
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical HADESTOWN is set to kick off Starlight's 75th Broadway season as part of the AdventHealth Broadway Series in Kansas City.
SONIC LIVE IN CONCERT to Launch Global Tour With US and UK Premieres
Senbla and SEGA announced Sonic Live In Concert, a new concert experience celebrating 35 years of the franchise, with US and UK premieres featuring a live orchestra, rock musicians, and vocalists performing music from across the Sonic universe.
SOUND MANDALA to Return to Unicorn Theatre With Three New Immersive Audio Programs
Sound Mandala, a 100-speaker immersive audio experience, will return to the Jerome Stage at Kansas City's Unicorn Theatre this summer with three original programs, coinciding with the city's FIFA World Cup hosting.
Anna Lapwood, Samara Joy, and Pink Martini Will Come to the Kauffman Center
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts has announced three new additions to the 2026-2027 Kauffman Center Presents series lineup.
LIKE SIX O'CLOCK Will Make World Premiere at KC Melting Pot Theatre
KC Melting Pot Theatre will present the world premiere of LIKE SIX O'CLOCK, a new play by Lewis Morrow directed by Harvey Williams, closing the company's 11th season at Just Off Broadway Theatre in Kansas City.
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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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'Outlander in Concert' Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (10/23-10/23) |
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Wicked Music Hall Kansas City (8/12-8/30) |
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American Psycho Olathe Civic Theatre Assn (OCTA) (9/04-9/20) |
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'Hold On To Your Butts' Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (3/12-3/13) |
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Emilie: La Marquise Du Chatelet Defends Her Life Tonight Olathe Civic Theatre Assn (OCTA) (2/05-2/21) |
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JOB New Jewish Theatre (NJT) (8/06-8/23) |
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Yamato Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (3/27-3/27) |
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'The Who's Tommy' Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (10/14-10/14) |