CLUE Tour to Launch Los Angeles Run In September; Tour Dates Announced
The North American tour of CLUE will open its third season at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles September 8-12, 2026, before visiting Memphis, St.
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Steel Magnolias to Close Final Weekend at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre
The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre will present its closing weekend performances of STEEL MAGNOLIAS, with several shows nearing sell-out status before the run concludes.
COME FROM AWAY to Debut at Kansas City Repertory Theatre
Kansas City Repertory Theatre will present Come From Away, based on the remarkable true story of 7,000 airline passengers from around the world who were grounded in the small Canadian town of Gander, Newfoundland, in the wake of the 9/11 attacks
JITNEY to Open KC Melting Pot Theatre's 12th Season
KC Melting Pot Theatre will present August Wilson's Jitney, directed by Melonnie Walker, at Just Off Broadway Theatre in Kansas City, launching the company's 12th season.
SPOTLIGHT: CHARLIE PARKER to Feature Bobby Watson at Folly Theater
Kansas City Jazz Orchestra and Kansas City Jazz ALIVE will present a birthday tribute to Charlie Parker featuring saxophonist Bobby Watson, Matt Otto and Stephen Martin at the Folly Theater.
TWIN PEAKS: Conversation with the Stars to Play Kauffman Center
Ray Wise, Michael Horse, Kimmy Robertson, Sabrina S.
THE MUSICAL OF MUSICALS THE MUSICAL! to Run at Arrow Rock Lyceum
Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre will present 'The Musical of Musicals: The Musical,' directed by Tim Seib with musical direction by Mike Wilkins, featuring Sarah Smith, Jeffrey C.
Review: THE SHARK IS BROKEN at The Warwick Theatre
“The Shark Is Broken” is a fascinating invite into a hidden world that informs us how the sausage gets made when it comes to mega-hit films.
Review: WICKED at Kansas City Music Hall
Musical theater reviewers infrequently and pleasantly rediscover an old friend.
Creative Confluence Fund to Launch $1.4 Million Grant Program in Kansas City
ArtsKC, Charlotte Street, and the Hall Family Foundation launched a two-year pilot grant program supporting artists and small arts organizations in three Kansas City area neighborhoods.
Lyric Opera Of Kansas City To Opens 2026–2027 Season With LA BOHEME
General Director and CEO Deborah Sandler Kemper has announced “La bohème,” the first production of Lyric Opera’s 2026–2027 season and the opening production of the company’s 70th season.
Cast Set For New Version of THE BODYGUARD on North American Tour
The full cast has been set for the new North American tour of THE BODYGUARD the Musical, which will launch in October.
Full Cast Set For MAYBE HAPPY ENDING North American Tour
Steven Huynh and Claire Kwon will reprise their Broadway roles as the MAYBE HAPPY ENDING North American tour launches in Baltimore on September 13, 2026, with over 30 additional cities to follow.
Charlotte Street Names 2026 Cultural Producer Grant Recipients
Charlotte Street awarded $5,000 general operating grants to five grassroots Kansas City arts organizations through its Cultural Producer Grant program.
Karmine Alers, Mauro Castillo and More to Star in BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB North American Tour
The full company has been revealed for the upcoming North American Tour of Buena Vista Social Club.
Interview: Anna Chin On Making Her Stages St. Louis Debut in GUYS AND DOLLS
Anna Chin discusses making her Stages St.
KC Ballet Sets Single Tickets for THE WIZARD OF OZ, PULSE and More
Kansas City Ballet will open single ticket sales for its upcoming season in two phases, featuring THE WIZARD OF OZ, THE NUTCRACKER, ROMEO & JULIET and PULSE at Kansas City venues.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from July 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
SHUCKED Will Launch Second North American Tour in 2027
Shucked, the Tony Award winning musical comedy, will launch a second national tour across North America in January 2027.
Exclusive: Aliya Grace Will Lead the BOOP! National Tour- Meet the Rising Star
This fall, Aliya Grace will star as Betty Boop in the North American Tour of BOOP! The Musical, which will officially launch its 50-week tour at Rochester, NY’s West Herr Auditorium Theatre, playing October 3-10.
Alaska Thunderf*ck and J. Harrison Ghee Will Lead OH, MARY! National Tour
RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars winner Alaska Thunderf*ck and Tony Award winner J.
OPERATION MINCEMEAT North American Tour Sets Cast
The full cast has been set for the North American leg of the world tour of Operation Mincemeat, which will launch in Providence this September.
Interview: Artistic Director Nicole Chavers Stratton On Bringing Narnia to Life at The Logos Theatre
Nicole Chavers Stratton discusses adapting C.
Disney's NEWSIES Casting Announced At Starlight Theatre
Starlight Theatre has announced the cast for its production of Newsies, starring Lucas Pastrana as Jack Kelly alongside Graham Rowat, Aubrey Matalon, Bryonha Marie, and a company featuring Kansas City performers and national talent.
INTIMATE APPAREL to Open at Kansas City Actors Theatre's Season 22
Kansas City Actors Theatre will present INTIMATE APPAREL by two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage at the City Stage in Union Station, starring KCAT Ensemble Member Chioma Anyanwu and directed by Teresa Leggard.
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New Dance Partners - The Ultimate Collaboration Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (9/18-9/19) |
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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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Take3 'Where Bach Meets Rock' Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (11/21-11/21) |
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360 Allstars Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (11/12-11/12) |
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'Style Thief Fashion Show: Tools Not Rules Tour' Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (2/20-2/20) |
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Bryson Tiller Hollywood Casino Amphitheater (10/03-10/03) |
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SIX (Boleyn Tour) Kansas City Music Hall (1/26-1/31) |
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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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Jefferson Starship Capital Region MU Health Care Amphitheater (9/27-9/27) |
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Primary Trust Unicorn Theartre (3/03-3/14) |
