KC Rep to Host First Ever TONY Watch Party, 6/9
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2013
Excitement is mounting at Kansas City Repertory Theatre as it prepares to throw its first ever Tony Awards Watch Party. All the glitz and glamour of the 67th Annual Tony Awards, broadcast live from Radio City Music Hall, will be projected on to a 20-foot-tall screen in the comfortable Spencer Theatre. Sit back, enjoy your favorite beverage and cheer for the Tony nominated A Christmas Story, The Musical! The free local celebration will include Tony trivia, prizes, a cash bar and special appearances by members of the original Kansas City cast.
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2013
Excitement is mounting at Kansas City Repertory Theatre as it prepares to throw its first ever Tony Awards Watch Party. All the glitz and glamour of the 67th Annual Tony Awards, broadcast live from Radio City Music Hall, will be projected on to a 20-foot-tall screen in the comfortable Spencer Theatre. Sit back, enjoy your favorite beverage and cheer for the Tony nominated A Christmas Story, The Musical! The free local celebration will include Tony trivia, prizes, a cash bar and special appearances by members of the original Kansas City cast.
MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT Set for Starlight Theatre, Now thru 6/6
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2013
A chorus line of dancing knights, flatulent Frenchmen, killer rabbits and one legless knight will kick off Starlight Theatre's 63rd Season during Monty Python's Spamalot, tonight, May 31-June 6.
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2013
A chorus line of dancing knights, flatulent Frenchmen, killer rabbits and one legless knight will kick off Starlight Theatre's 63rd Season during Monty Python's Spamalot, tonight, May 31-June 6.
HELLO, DOLLY! & More Among Crown Centers June - December 2013 Events Lineup
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2013
Crown Center has announced its full events lineup for the rest of the year (June - December 2013) Check out the schedule below!
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2013
Crown Center has announced its full events lineup for the rest of the year (June - December 2013) Check out the schedule below!
CURIOUS GEORGE: LET'S GET CURIOUS! to Arrive at KC's Crown Center, Today
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2013
The insatiable curiosity of Curious George - the little monkey who has captured the imagination and hearts of millions of children and grown-ups for 65 years - comes to life May 25 to September 8 at Crown Center.
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2013
The insatiable curiosity of Curious George - the little monkey who has captured the imagination and hearts of millions of children and grown-ups for 65 years - comes to life May 25 to September 8 at Crown Center.
RED BADGE VARIATIONS, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG and More Set for Coterie Theatre's 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2013
At The Coterie, there are no small characters, only big ideas and massive talent. This has never been more evident than in the unique line-up of productions that will mark the 35th Anniversary season for the company that has built its reputation on producing theatre that crosses gender, racial, and generational boundaries, both on stage and in the community.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2013
At The Coterie, there are no small characters, only big ideas and massive talent. This has never been more evident than in the unique line-up of productions that will mark the 35th Anniversary season for the company that has built its reputation on producing theatre that crosses gender, racial, and generational boundaries, both on stage and in the community.
Crown Center Antique Festival Set for 6/8 & 9
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2013
Beautiful antiques beckon visitors to the 13th annual Crown Center Antique Festival on June 8-9. More than 100 booths of unique items will fill Crown Center Square at 2450 Grand Boulevard from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. There is no admission fee.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2013
Beautiful antiques beckon visitors to the 13th annual Crown Center Antique Festival on June 8-9. More than 100 booths of unique items will fill Crown Center Square at 2450 Grand Boulevard from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. There is no admission fee.
MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT Set for Starlight Theatre, 5/31-6/6
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2013
A chorus line of dancing knights, flatulent Frenchmen, killer rabbits and one legless knight will kick off Starlight Theatre's 63rd Season during Monty Python's Spamalot, May 31-June 6.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2013
A chorus line of dancing knights, flatulent Frenchmen, killer rabbits and one legless knight will kick off Starlight Theatre's 63rd Season during Monty Python's Spamalot, May 31-June 6.
Julie Shaw, Jacob Aaron Cullum and More Set for Spinning Tree Theatre's HELLO AGAIN, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2013
Spinning Tree Theatre presents the Kansas City premiere of Hello Again, with words and music by Michael John LaChiusa, suggested by the play La Ronde by Arthur Schnitzler. The production is directed by Michael Grayman and Andy Parkhurst.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2013
Spinning Tree Theatre presents the Kansas City premiere of Hello Again, with words and music by Michael John LaChiusa, suggested by the play La Ronde by Arthur Schnitzler. The production is directed by Michael Grayman and Andy Parkhurst.
STAGE TUBE: Unicorn Theatre Announces Extension of MY NAME IS ASHER LEV Through May 19
by Stage Tube - May 03, 2013
The powerful and emotional play 'My Name is Asher Lev,' onstage at Unicorn Theatre, has been extended an extra week and will now play through May 19, rather than ending May 12 as originally scheduled. 'With such positive response from the audience, and overwhelming ticket sales, we can't help but extend the run of the show', said Cynthia Levin, Unicorn Theatre Producing Artistic Director. Every weekend of the show so far has been sold out. Click below to watch Levin announce the extension!
by Stage Tube - May 03, 2013
The powerful and emotional play 'My Name is Asher Lev,' onstage at Unicorn Theatre, has been extended an extra week and will now play through May 19, rather than ending May 12 as originally scheduled. 'With such positive response from the audience, and overwhelming ticket sales, we can't help but extend the run of the show', said Cynthia Levin, Unicorn Theatre Producing Artistic Director. Every weekend of the show so far has been sold out. Click below to watch Levin announce the extension!
Braden Abraham Helms A GREAT WILDERNESS Tonight at 2013 William Inge Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2013
An acclaimed director of exciting contemporary work will take the reins of a new play by Samuel D. Hunter, as part of the 32nd Annual William Inge Theatre Festival.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2013
An acclaimed director of exciting contemporary work will take the reins of a new play by Samuel D. Hunter, as part of the 32nd Annual William Inge Theatre Festival.
2013 William Inge Theatre Festival Honors Its Namesake, Now thru May 4
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2013
The William Inge Theatre Festival has a long rich history of honoring great living playwrights, acknowledging these too-often underappreciated creative heroes of the stage. But the 32nd annual Inge Festival in 2013 changes pace: honoring its namesake American icon William Inge, to celebrate the centennial of his birth. The William Inge Theatre Festival at Independence Community College takes place today, May 1-4 of 2013, in Inge's rural hometown of Independence, Kansas, where, annually, Broadway and Hollywood artists meet on the prairie to mingle with visitors from more than 24 states.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2013
The William Inge Theatre Festival has a long rich history of honoring great living playwrights, acknowledging these too-often underappreciated creative heroes of the stage. But the 32nd annual Inge Festival in 2013 changes pace: honoring its namesake American icon William Inge, to celebrate the centennial of his birth. The William Inge Theatre Festival at Independence Community College takes place today, May 1-4 of 2013, in Inge's rural hometown of Independence, Kansas, where, annually, Broadway and Hollywood artists meet on the prairie to mingle with visitors from more than 24 states.
A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL!, Which Debuted at KC Rep, Earns 2013 Tony Nominations
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2013
Christmas arrived early this year for Kansas City Repertory Theatre. A Christmas Story, The Musical!, which had its world premiere at the Rep in 2009, today was nominated for three Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2013
Christmas arrived early this year for Kansas City Repertory Theatre. A Christmas Story, The Musical!, which had its world premiere at the Rep in 2009, today was nominated for three Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
Lyric Opera of Kansas City's THE MIKADO Begins Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2013
The Lyric Opera of Kansas City closes its 55th season with Gilbert and Sullivan's The Mikado, tonight, April 20, 22, 24, 26, and 28, 2013 at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2013
The Lyric Opera of Kansas City closes its 55th season with Gilbert and Sullivan's The Mikado, tonight, April 20, 22, 24, 26, and 28, 2013 at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.
UMKC Theatre 2012-13 Season Closes With BURNT BY THE SUN, Opening 5/3
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2013
UMKC Theatre completes its 2012-2013 season with a Chekhov masterpiece, "Burnt by the Sun." Directed by Tom Mardikes, "Burnt by the Sun" will preview May 3 - 7, open May 8, and run selected dates through May 12 at Studio 116, James C. Olson Performing Arts Center, on the UMKC campus. This production opens like the familiar work of Chekhov and then turns into a stunning production hit by violence so sudden and so shocking it echoes the wars in Iraq or Afghanistan. The Russian/French movie, which won an Oscar for Best Foreign Film, is brilliantly adapted for the stage by Peter Flannery.
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2013
UMKC Theatre completes its 2012-2013 season with a Chekhov masterpiece, "Burnt by the Sun." Directed by Tom Mardikes, "Burnt by the Sun" will preview May 3 - 7, open May 8, and run selected dates through May 12 at Studio 116, James C. Olson Performing Arts Center, on the UMKC campus. This production opens like the familiar work of Chekhov and then turns into a stunning production hit by violence so sudden and so shocking it echoes the wars in Iraq or Afghanistan. The Russian/French movie, which won an Oscar for Best Foreign Film, is brilliantly adapted for the stage by Peter Flannery.
The Coterie's Young Playwrights Festival Set for 4/24 & 25
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2013
It's The Coterie's favorite time of the year: World premiere readings from some of Kansas City's most talented teen playwrights will be showcased during the annual Young Playwrights Festival at 7:00 p.m., April 24 and 25, at The Coterie Theatre, on level 1 of the Crown Center Shops. Professional actors, directors and designers work to present a collection of six staged readings, plays and monologues from teen members of The Coterie's Young Playwrights Roundtable.
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2013
It's The Coterie's favorite time of the year: World premiere readings from some of Kansas City's most talented teen playwrights will be showcased during the annual Young Playwrights Festival at 7:00 p.m., April 24 and 25, at The Coterie Theatre, on level 1 of the Crown Center Shops. Professional actors, directors and designers work to present a collection of six staged readings, plays and monologues from teen members of The Coterie's Young Playwrights Roundtable.
KC Rep Announces Upcoming Season, Including Daniel Beaty World Premiere and More
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2013
Paul Robeson, Romeo, Juliet, and Ebenezer are just a few of the names - real and fictional - of the dynamic characters audiences will see at Kansas City Repertory Theatre during its 2013-14 season.
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2013
Paul Robeson, Romeo, Juliet, and Ebenezer are just a few of the names - real and fictional - of the dynamic characters audiences will see at Kansas City Repertory Theatre during its 2013-14 season.
MARY POPPINS Plays Musical Hall, Now thru 4/14
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2013
The beloved Disney classic, MARY POPPINS, is set to land in Kansas City at the Music Hall next year. The show will play a limited run from today, April 9 to April 14, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2013
The beloved Disney classic, MARY POPPINS, is set to land in Kansas City at the Music Hall next year. The show will play a limited run from today, April 9 to April 14, 2013.
Branson Entertainment Community Pitches In for NIGHT WITH THE STARS, 4/20
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2013
Some of Branson, Missouri's most popular entertainers and other special guests will help raise money for charity when they perform at the 11th annual 'Night with the Stars' at the Yakov Smirnoff Theater on Saturday, April 20. Proceeds from the variety show, dinner and silent auction will benefit the Missouri Baptist Children's Home, a nonprofit organization that provides residential and community-based services to help children and families in crisis.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2013
Some of Branson, Missouri's most popular entertainers and other special guests will help raise money for charity when they perform at the 11th annual 'Night with the Stars' at the Yakov Smirnoff Theater on Saturday, April 20. Proceeds from the variety show, dinner and silent auction will benefit the Missouri Baptist Children's Home, a nonprofit organization that provides residential and community-based services to help children and families in crisis.
The Coterie Opens BUD, NOT BUDDY, 4/9
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2013
The Coterie presents Bud, Not Buddy, a jazz-era mystery set in the Midwest about the adventures of Bud, a young boy whose search for his father - who he is convinced is a prominent jazz musician - sets him off a humorous and heartwarming journey that leads him to a new understanding of 'family.' Directed by Scot Copeland, Bud, Not Buddy runs April 9 - May 24, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2013
The Coterie presents Bud, Not Buddy, a jazz-era mystery set in the Midwest about the adventures of Bud, a young boy whose search for his father - who he is convinced is a prominent jazz musician - sets him off a humorous and heartwarming journey that leads him to a new understanding of 'family.' Directed by Scot Copeland, Bud, Not Buddy runs April 9 - May 24, 2013.
American Heartland Theatre to Close Permanently at End of 2013 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2013
The American Heartland Theatre announced today that it will permanently close at the end of its current season. This 26th and final season is scheduled to conclude on August 25, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2013
The American Heartland Theatre announced today that it will permanently close at the end of its current season. This 26th and final season is scheduled to conclude on August 25, 2013.
Julie Shaw, Jacob Aaron Cullum and More Set for Spinning Tree Theatre's HELLO AGAIN; Full Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2013
Spinning Tree Theatre presents the Kansas City premiere of Hello Again, with words and music by Michael John LaChiusa, suggested by the play La Ronde by Arthur Schnitzler. The production is directed by Michael Grayman and Andy Parkhurst.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2013
Spinning Tree Theatre presents the Kansas City premiere of Hello Again, with words and music by Michael John LaChiusa, suggested by the play La Ronde by Arthur Schnitzler. The production is directed by Michael Grayman and Andy Parkhurst.
CURIOUS GEORGE: LET'S GET CURIOUS! to Arrive at KC's Crown Center, 5/25
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2013
The insatiable curiosity of Curious George - the little monkey who has captured the imagination and hearts of millions of children and grown-ups for 65 years - comes to life May 25 to September 8 at Crown Center.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2013
The insatiable curiosity of Curious George - the little monkey who has captured the imagination and hearts of millions of children and grown-ups for 65 years - comes to life May 25 to September 8 at Crown Center.
VENUS IN FUR, GROUNDED, BY THE WAY, MEET VERA STARK and More Set for Unicorn Theatre's 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2013
Unicorn Theatre announces its 40th season of BoldNewPlays. Forty seasons is a milestone few theatres achieve. The theatre plans to present seven shows that will sweep up audiences on an audacious journey through cutting-edge, provocative and original entertainment. Prepare to experience dramatic highs, shocking revelations and plenty of laughs during seven unique evenings of live theatre.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2013
Unicorn Theatre announces its 40th season of BoldNewPlays. Forty seasons is a milestone few theatres achieve. The theatre plans to present seven shows that will sweep up audiences on an audacious journey through cutting-edge, provocative and original entertainment. Prepare to experience dramatic highs, shocking revelations and plenty of laughs during seven unique evenings of live theatre.
STAGE TUBE: Nikki Renee Daniels Sings PORGY & BESS' 'Summertime' at Topeka Festival Singers Spring Concert
by Stage Tube - March 31, 2013
Broadway star Nikki Renee Daniels sang 'Summertime' from The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess at Topeka Festival Singers' March 2013 concert. Click below to watch her perform!
by Stage Tube - March 31, 2013
Broadway star Nikki Renee Daniels sang 'Summertime' from The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess at Topeka Festival Singers' March 2013 concert. Click below to watch her perform!
STAGE TUBE: Kansas City Rep's CAROUSEL - Highlights!
by Stage Tube - March 29, 2013
Kansas City Rep's presentation of the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical Carousel, directed by Kyle Hatley, the theatre's associate artistic director, runs now through March 31, 2013. This is the musical theatre event that sparked delight in hearts of audience members and critics alike when it was first presented in 2011 by The Living Room (TLR), one of Kansas City's most imaginative small theatre companies. The Rep is now bringing TLR's beautifully re-envisioned Carouselto Spencer Theatre for a second production. Click below to watch highlights from the show!
by Stage Tube - March 29, 2013
Kansas City Rep's presentation of the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical Carousel, directed by Kyle Hatley, the theatre's associate artistic director, runs now through March 31, 2013. This is the musical theatre event that sparked delight in hearts of audience members and critics alike when it was first presented in 2011 by The Living Room (TLR), one of Kansas City's most imaginative small theatre companies. The Rep is now bringing TLR's beautifully re-envisioned Carouselto Spencer Theatre for a second production. Click below to watch highlights from the show!
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