Playwright Christina Anderson Returns to KC with BLACKTOP SKY World Premiere at Unicorn Theatre, Now thru 2/10
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2013
Raised in Kansas City, Kansas, educated at two Ivy League universities, and now a nationally known playwright, Christina Anderson returns to her hometown with a moving and mystical world premiere. Unicorn Theatre presents BlackTop Sky tonight, January 23 through February 10, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2013
Raised in Kansas City, Kansas, educated at two Ivy League universities, and now a nationally known playwright, Christina Anderson returns to her hometown with a moving and mystical world premiere. Unicorn Theatre presents BlackTop Sky tonight, January 23 through February 10, 2013.
Lyric Opera of KC's THE FLYING DUTCHMAN Opens 2/2
by Kelsey Denette - January 22, 2013
Lyric Opera of Kansas City presents Richard Wagner's The Flying Dutchman March 2, 6, 8, 10, 2013 at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts after a 38-year absence from the Company's repertoire.
by Kelsey Denette - January 22, 2013
Lyric Opera of Kansas City presents Richard Wagner's The Flying Dutchman March 2, 6, 8, 10, 2013 at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts after a 38-year absence from the Company's repertoire.
Crown Center Shops Showplace Hosts 'FUNVILLE: What do you want to be?' 2/2-5/5
by Kelsey Denette - January 22, 2013
Kids get to try out all sorts of grown-up occupations in a hands-on, fun-filled environment at 'FUNVILLE: What do you want to be?' The exhibit is open February 2 to May 5 in the Crown Center Shops Showplace, located on Level 1 of the Crown Center Shops at 2450 Grand Boulevard. There is no admission fee.
by Kelsey Denette - January 22, 2013
Kids get to try out all sorts of grown-up occupations in a hands-on, fun-filled environment at 'FUNVILLE: What do you want to be?' The exhibit is open February 2 to May 5 in the Crown Center Shops Showplace, located on Level 1 of the Crown Center Shops at 2450 Grand Boulevard. There is no admission fee.
The Coterie Theatre Presents NUMBER THE STARS, Now thru 2/21
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2013
The Coterie Theatre presents NUMBER THE STARS, today, January 22 - February 21, 2013, from the Newbery Medal winning book By Lois Lowry and directed by Cynthia Levin.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2013
The Coterie Theatre presents NUMBER THE STARS, today, January 22 - February 21, 2013, from the Newbery Medal winning book By Lois Lowry and directed by Cynthia Levin.
KC Rep Adds FIRST PAGE New Play Workshop to Spring 2013 Season, 2/8-3/2
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2013
Kansas City Repertory Theatre is pleased to announce the launch of First Page New Play Workshop, a four-week event developed by the Rep to foster new works by local and national theatre artists. First Page will follow a playwright's concept as it evolves from the first spark of an idea into a successful new script or theatrical production. All events will take place at Copaken Stage, 13th and Walnut in Kansas City, MO.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2013
Kansas City Repertory Theatre is pleased to announce the launch of First Page New Play Workshop, a four-week event developed by the Rep to foster new works by local and national theatre artists. First Page will follow a playwright's concept as it evolves from the first spark of an idea into a successful new script or theatrical production. All events will take place at Copaken Stage, 13th and Walnut in Kansas City, MO.
Playwright Christina Anderson Returns to KC with BLACKTOP SKY World Premiere at Unicorn Theatre, 1/23-2/10
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2013
Raised in Kansas City, Kansas, educated at two Ivy League universities, and now a nationally known playwright, Christina Anderson returns to her hometown with a moving and mystical world premiere. Unicorn Theatre presents BlackTop Sky January 23 through February 10, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2013
Raised in Kansas City, Kansas, educated at two Ivy League universities, and now a nationally known playwright, Christina Anderson returns to her hometown with a moving and mystical world premiere. Unicorn Theatre presents BlackTop Sky January 23 through February 10, 2013.
AHT Opens THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2013
American Heartland Theatre presents the Kansas City Premiere of The Hound of the Baskervilles, tonight, January 11, 2013 through February 24, 2013, written by adapted from Arthur Conan Doye's novel by Steven Canny & John Nicholson.
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2013
American Heartland Theatre presents the Kansas City Premiere of The Hound of the Baskervilles, tonight, January 11, 2013 through February 24, 2013, written by adapted from Arthur Conan Doye's novel by Steven Canny & John Nicholson.
The Coterie Theatre and UMKC Co-Produce Number the Stars, 1/25-2/21
by Samantha Vega - January 10, 2013
The Coterie Theatre and UMKC are coming together to dramatize one of the most inspiring stories of human decency in history, Number the Stars, opening January 25, 2013. Number the Stars is from the Newbery Medal award-winning book written by Lois Lowry.
by Samantha Vega - January 10, 2013
The Coterie Theatre and UMKC are coming together to dramatize one of the most inspiring stories of human decency in history, Number the Stars, opening January 25, 2013. Number the Stars is from the Newbery Medal award-winning book written by Lois Lowry.
Eric Rosen to Helm Kansas City Repertory Theatre's DEATH OF A SALESMAN; Gary Neal Johnson to Star
by Kelsey Denette - January 04, 2013
One of Kansas City's most acclaimed actors, Gary Neal Johnson, is set to star as the iconic Willy Loman in Kansas City Repertory Theatre's production of Arthur Miller's Tony Award-winning Death of a Salesman. The Rep's artistic director Eric Rosen will direct the production, which runs January 18-February 10 at Spencer Theatre. Miller's classic play about a down-on-his-luck salesman searching for his American Dream remains one of the most profound dramas in the canon of American theatre.
by Kelsey Denette - January 04, 2013
One of Kansas City's most acclaimed actors, Gary Neal Johnson, is set to star as the iconic Willy Loman in Kansas City Repertory Theatre's production of Arthur Miller's Tony Award-winning Death of a Salesman. The Rep's artistic director Eric Rosen will direct the production, which runs January 18-February 10 at Spencer Theatre. Miller's classic play about a down-on-his-luck salesman searching for his American Dream remains one of the most profound dramas in the canon of American theatre.
KC Rep Awarded Mellon Grant for Playwright Residency
by Kelsey Denette - January 03, 2013
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation has awarded a $174,000 three-year playwright residency grant to Kansas City Repertory Theatre for Nathan Louis Jackson to join the Rep's artistic staff. The award is one of 14 Mellon residency grants made in December 2012. Jackson, an award-winning playwright and a native of Kansas City, Kansas, will begin his residency in July 2013.
by Kelsey Denette - January 03, 2013
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation has awarded a $174,000 three-year playwright residency grant to Kansas City Repertory Theatre for Nathan Louis Jackson to join the Rep's artistic staff. The award is one of 14 Mellon residency grants made in December 2012. Jackson, an award-winning playwright and a native of Kansas City, Kansas, will begin his residency in July 2013.
The Coterie Theatre Presents NUMBER THE STARS, 1/22
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2012
The Coterie Theatre presents NUMBER THE STARS, January 22 - February 21, 2013, from the Newbery Medal winning book By Lois Lowry and directed by Cynthia Levin.
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2012
The Coterie Theatre presents NUMBER THE STARS, January 22 - February 21, 2013, from the Newbery Medal winning book By Lois Lowry and directed by Cynthia Levin.
AHT Presents THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES, 1/11
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2012
American Heartland Theatre presents the Kansas City Premiere of The Hound of the Baskervilles, January 11, 2013 through February 24, 2013, written by adapted from Arthur Conan Doye's novel by Steven Canny & John Nicholson.
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2012
American Heartland Theatre presents the Kansas City Premiere of The Hound of the Baskervilles, January 11, 2013 through February 24, 2013, written by adapted from Arthur Conan Doye's novel by Steven Canny & John Nicholson.
Unicorn Theatre Presents BLACKTOP SKY, 1/23
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2012
Unicorn Theatre presents the World Premiere of BlackTop Sky, By Christina Anderson, Directed by Mykel Hill, January 23-February 10, 2013. Single tickets on sale Jan. 7, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2012
Unicorn Theatre presents the World Premiere of BlackTop Sky, By Christina Anderson, Directed by Mykel Hill, January 23-February 10, 2013. Single tickets on sale Jan. 7, 2013.
BWW's Top Kansas City Theatre Stories of 2012
by BWW Special Coverage - December 26, 2012
BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of Kansas City in the year 2012. Check out the Top Theatre Stories from each month during in the year 2012. We look forward to another exciting year of theatre in 2013!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 26, 2012
BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of Kansas City in the year 2012. Check out the Top Theatre Stories from each month during in the year 2012. We look forward to another exciting year of theatre in 2013!
FLAT STANLEY Performs at Kauffman Center, 1/18-20
by Kelsey Denette - December 21, 2012
The beloved children's book, Flat Stanley, comes to life when Starlight Children's Theatre presents The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley, January 18-20 at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, 1601 Broadway.
by Kelsey Denette - December 21, 2012
The beloved children's book, Flat Stanley, comes to life when Starlight Children's Theatre presents The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley, January 18-20 at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, 1601 Broadway.
Gladstone Hosts Winter Carnival Today
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2012
Today, December 15th, from 4-8 PM, come and enjoy a festive Winter Carnival in Gladstone! The City is excited to host this seasonal event at its new and beautiful Linden Square, located at 70th and North Cherry.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2012
Today, December 15th, from 4-8 PM, come and enjoy a festive Winter Carnival in Gladstone! The City is excited to host this seasonal event at its new and beautiful Linden Square, located at 70th and North Cherry.
Kansas City Chorale Grabs 2 GRAMMY Nominations
by Kelsey Denette - December 07, 2012
Nominations for the 55th Annual Grammy Awards were announced on December 5, 2012 and the Kansas City Chorale, under the direction of Artistic Director Charles Bruffy, has been nominated for 2 GRAMMY Awards for their recording: Life & Breath: Choral Works by René Clausen. Released on Chandos Records, this is the first recording dedicated entirely to the music of René Clausen by a professional choir.
by Kelsey Denette - December 07, 2012
Nominations for the 55th Annual Grammy Awards were announced on December 5, 2012 and the Kansas City Chorale, under the direction of Artistic Director Charles Bruffy, has been nominated for 2 GRAMMY Awards for their recording: Life & Breath: Choral Works by René Clausen. Released on Chandos Records, this is the first recording dedicated entirely to the music of René Clausen by a professional choir.
Unicorn Theatre Presents THE SOUL COLLECTOR, Now thru 12/23
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2012
The Unicorn will present, as a season extra, the world premiere of THE SOUL COLLECTOR tonight, December 6-23, 2012.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2012
The Unicorn will present, as a season extra, the world premiere of THE SOUL COLLECTOR tonight, December 6-23, 2012.
WICKED Begins December 12 at the Fox Theatre in St. Louis
by Kelsey Denette - December 05, 2012
A day-of-performance lottery for a limited number of orchestra seats will be held for WICKED, which is returning to The Fabulous Fox Theatre with performances from December 12 through January 6. Two hours prior to each performance, people who present themselves at the Fox Theatre box office will have their names placed in a lottery drum; thirty minutes later, names will be drawn for a limited number of orchestra seats at $25 each, cash only. This lottery is available only in-person at the box office, with a limit of two tickets per person. Lottery participants must have a valid photo ID when submitting their entry form and, if chosen, when purchasing tickets.
by Kelsey Denette - December 05, 2012
A day-of-performance lottery for a limited number of orchestra seats will be held for WICKED, which is returning to The Fabulous Fox Theatre with performances from December 12 through January 6. Two hours prior to each performance, people who present themselves at the Fox Theatre box office will have their names placed in a lottery drum; thirty minutes later, names will be drawn for a limited number of orchestra seats at $25 each, cash only. This lottery is available only in-person at the box office, with a limit of two tickets per person. Lottery participants must have a valid photo ID when submitting their entry form and, if chosen, when purchasing tickets.
Music Hall Welcomes the Bourgeois; Presents LES MISERABLES, Now thru 12/9
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2012
The Music Hall is set to welcome the French bourgeois, presenting the national tour of LES MISERABLES for a week-long engagement this winter. The massively acclaimed show is set to run tonight, December 4th through the 9th.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2012
The Music Hall is set to welcome the French bourgeois, presenting the national tour of LES MISERABLES for a week-long engagement this winter. The massively acclaimed show is set to run tonight, December 4th through the 9th.
Lyric Opera of KC Edu. Dept to Present ONE FALSE MOVE, Addressing Teen Bullying
by Kelsey Denette - November 29, 2012
Female bullying, a silent threat that is often unaddressed by parents and teachers, will be the focus of a special opera produced by the Lyric Opera Education Department. One False Move will be performed January 18, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at Pioneer Trail Middle School in Olathe, Kansas. The performance will feature area middle school and high school singers from the Lyric Opera vocal/drama training program, "Opera for Teens."
by Kelsey Denette - November 29, 2012
Female bullying, a silent threat that is often unaddressed by parents and teachers, will be the focus of a special opera produced by the Lyric Opera Education Department. One False Move will be performed January 18, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at Pioneer Trail Middle School in Olathe, Kansas. The performance will feature area middle school and high school singers from the Lyric Opera vocal/drama training program, "Opera for Teens."
Gladstone Hosts Winter Carnival, December 15
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2012
On Saturday, December 15th, from 4-8 PM, come and enjoy a festive Winter Carnival in Gladstone! The City is excited to host this seasonal event at its new and beautiful Linden Square, located at 70th and North Cherry.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2012
On Saturday, December 15th, from 4-8 PM, come and enjoy a festive Winter Carnival in Gladstone! The City is excited to host this seasonal event at its new and beautiful Linden Square, located at 70th and North Cherry.
Act One KC Now Enrolling for Spring 2013 Casts and Classes
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2012
Act One KC is now enrolling for its Spring 2013 casts and classes.
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2012
Act One KC is now enrolling for its Spring 2013 casts and classes.
ACT One KC Announces 2013 Summer Camps
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2012
What? Summer camps announced in November? Act One has some very exciting camps in store for summer and wants to get the word out so that families can plan ahead. Act One also wants to let you know that it WILL be running another fundraiser in the spring to help its students raise money to go to camp.
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2012
What? Summer camps announced in November? Act One has some very exciting camps in store for summer and wants to get the word out so that families can plan ahead. Act One also wants to let you know that it WILL be running another fundraiser in the spring to help its students raise money to go to camp.
ACT One's Monette Andersen Passes Away
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2012
Monette Andersen gave her time, energy, and love to the families in ACT One and was a 'mom' to many.
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2012
Monette Andersen gave her time, energy, and love to the families in ACT One and was a 'mom' to many.
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