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Music Theatre Kansas City Presents Regional Premiere of ROCKY
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2024
Experience the regional premiere of ROCKY: Live on Stage by Music Theatre Kansas City's professional company, MTKC Pro.
Cast and Creative Team Set For GODSPELL at Music Theater Heritage
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2024
Music Theater Heritage, the professional theater in residence at Crown Center, has announced the cast and creative team for Stephen Schwartz’s GODSPELL. This is the first time a Stephen Schwartz musical has been presented in the theater’s 22 seasons.
STRANGER THINGS Musical Parody Opens in Kansas City Next Week
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2024
Experience the world of STRANGER THINGS in a new light as a musical parody opens in Kansas City next week. Join the adventure and enjoy the humor in this unique stage adaptation.
Review: GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER at White Theatre At The JCC
by Alan Portner - March 19, 2024
“A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder” is a very funny idea and the 2014 Tony winner for best new Musical.  It is currently playing at the White Theatre inside the Jewish Community Center in Overland Park through March 24.
Kauffman Center To Present Celtic Thunder This October
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2024
Experience the magic of Celtic music with CELTIC THUNDER at the Kauffman Center in Fall 2024.
Kansas City Ballet Announces ALICE (IN WONDERLAND) And More for 2024-2025 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2024
Discover the upcoming 2024-2025 season of the Kansas City Ballet, featuring a diverse range of performances that blend classic and contemporary styles.
Ignite Summer Intensive to be Presented at Missouri State University
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2024
This summer Broadway veterans and leading industry professionals will be heading to the campus of Missouri State University for an 8-day summer intensive for high school students. Learn how to apply!
ALICE: DREAMING OF WONDERLAND Lands At The Midwest Trust Center April 11
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2024
Experience the magic of ALICE: DREAMING OF WONDERLAND at Midwest Trust Center on April 11.
The Shakespeare Theatre Association Receives Second Major Gift From Kansas City-Based Theater League
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2024
Theater League, Inc., a Kansas City, Missouri-based contributor to the performing arts, will be gifting thirty-three (33) Shakespeare theaters across the United States and internationally with a grant of $255,000 in general operating support. 
A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER Announced At The Lewis & Shirley White Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2024
Actor Reed Uthe takes on the challenge of portraying nine characters in the Tony Award-winning musical comedy, A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER. The show opens at The Lewis & Shirley White Theatre at The J on March 9.
SHOUT! THE MOD MUSICAL Playing At Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center Through March 24
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2024
SHOUT! The Mod Musical has been announced at at Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center. Join five fabulous gals navigating the era's cultural revolution, complete with iconic hits and eye-popping fashions.
Review: SHOUT! THE MOD MUSICAL at Black Box Theater
by Alan Portner - March 12, 2024
Shout! The Mod Musical” is more of a loose musical revue, than a musical play. It is costumed and set for London during the period I was emerging from my teenage cocoon years into young adulthood. I clearly remember the performers who introduced the music from this show into the canon.
Review: MAMMA MIA! at Kansas City Music Hall
by Alan Portner - March 06, 2024
Plain old feel-good musicals are rare. The “Dancing Queen” of this limited genre is “Mamma Mia!” The 25th Anniversary tour of this truly enjoyable evening out at the theatre plays through Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the Kansas City Music Hall in downtown Kansas City.
FUNNY GIRL, THE WIZ, and More Set For Broadway in Kansas City 2024-25 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2024
Broadway in Kansas City has announced its upcoming season for 2024-25. The season will kick off in December with Funny Girl, and continue for a total of 7 shows. Learn more about the full season here!
Starlight Theatre Announces Broadway 3-Show Packages
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2024
Discover the exciting Broadway 3-Show Packages announced by Starlight Theatre.
Feature: MAMMA MIA at Kansas City Music Hall
by Alan Portner - March 01, 2024
Opening March 5 at the Music Hall in downtown Kansas City is the 25th Anniversary tour of “Mamma Mia.” This touring production is presented by Broadway Across America, Kansas City based largest presenter of Broadway tours across the nation.
Theatre Atchison PRO Will Produce THE BREAKFAST CLUB: Unauthorized 80's Musical
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2024
Based on the blockbuster film John Hughes' THE BREAKFAST CLUB, this new adaptation featuring 80s music will play for one week only at the Atchison Event Center March 7-10.
First Act Theatre Arts to Present Stephen Sondheim's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2024
Youth theatrical arts studio First Act Theatre Arts will round out its Winter Season with Stephen Sondheim's Merrily We Roll Along. Learn more about the production!
The Coterie To Expand Arts Education Programs For Kansas City Youth With Spencer Fane Charitable Grant
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2024
Learn about The Coterie's new arts education programs for Kansas City youth funded by Spencer Fane Charitable Grant. Discover how this initiative will enrich the community through arts education.
Renowned Guest Conductor Barbara Yahr Joins Park ICM Orchestra for Season Finale Concert
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2024
The Orchestra of the International Center for Music (ICM) at Park University is set to deliver a captivating finale to its 2023-24 season with a concert on Friday, April 19th, at the historic Graham Tyler Memorial Chapel.
The Coterie Will Expand Arts Education Programs For Kansas City Youth With Spencer Fane Charitable Grant
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2024
The Coterie, a not-for-profit professional theater for youth and family audiences, has received the 2024-2026 Charitable Giving Program grant in Kansas City.
KC SUPERSTAR Announces Auditions This March!
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2024
KC SuperStar auditions offer teen singers the chance to win $10,000 in March! SNL's Chloe Fineman hosts the finals.
Review: ALOHA FROM VEGAS at New Theatre & Restaurant
by Alan Portner - February 17, 2024
Victor Trevino, Jr. as Elvis Presley is brilliant in New Theatre & Restaurant’s new Tribute Concert to the “King” called “Aloha from Vegas.”  To get much closer to Elvis, you need a time machine. 
Shmuel Ashkenasi Comes to Park ICM in March
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2024
 The International Center for Music at Park University has announced an upcoming concert featuring world-renowned violinist Shmuel Ashkenasi on Friday, March 22, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.
Kansas City Repertory Theatre Announces 2024 Tour Schedule For KCREP FOR ALL, March 7 - 17
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2024
Kansas City Repertory Theatre has announced the 2024 tour schedule of KCRep for All, a FREE community tour bringing the magic of theatre throughout Kansas City  in community centers, public libraries, and non-profit organization spaces. KCRep for All is in its third year and has been met with enthusiasm and glowing reviews.

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