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Mattias Klum Will Appear in TRAILBLAZING TALKS Series at Kauffman Center

Mattias Klum Will Appear in TRAILBLAZING TALKS Series at Kauffman Center

by BWW News Desk — April 6, 2026
Photographer Mattias Klum will present a talk as part of the Trailblazing Talks series at the Kauffman Center.
Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre Announces 65th Anniversary Season Line-Up; ANNIE, INTO THE

Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre Announces 65th Anniversary Season Line-Up; ANNIE, INTO THE WOODS, More

by BWW News Desk — April 5, 2026
Celebrating 65 years of artistic excellence and community engagement, newly appointed Artistic Director Robyne Parrish and the team at Arrow Rock Lyceum announced the theater's 65th anniversary season.
THE MUSIC MAN Comes To Century II Concert Hall April 24-26!

THE MUSIC MAN Comes To Century II Concert Hall April 24-26!

by BWW News Desk — March 31, 2026
The American Theatre Guild will present THE MUSIC MAN at Century II Concert Hall in Wichita, Kansas as part of the 2025–2026 Broadway in Wichita Series.
David Gray To Retire As Executive Director Of Kansas City Ballet

David Gray To Retire As Executive Director Of Kansas City Ballet

by BWW News Desk — March 31, 2026
Kansas City Ballet has announced that Executive Director David Gray will retire from his position at the end of 2026.
Review: MOBY DICK

Review: MOBY DICK

by Alan Portner — March 30, 2026
MTH’s World Premiere production of “Moby Dick a sea shanty” should not be missed.
Photos: MOBY DICK: A SEA SHANTY at Music Theater Heritage

Photos: MOBY DICK: A SEA SHANTY at Music Theater Heritage

by BWW News Desk — March 27, 2026
Music Theater Heritage has released first look photos from MOBY DICK: A SEA SHANTY, now playing at Crown Center.
STEREOPHONIC Comes To The Kauffman Center in April

STEREOPHONIC Comes To The Kauffman Center in April

by BWW News Desk — March 25, 2026
STEREOPHONIC, the most awarded Tony play of 2024, will be staged at the Kauffman Center from April 7-12, featuring a story set in a 1976 music studio.
Park ICM String Studios Students Concert Set For April

Park ICM String Studios Students Concert Set For April

by BWW News Desk — March 25, 2026
Students from Park University's International Center for Music will perform at the 1900 Building in Mission Woods, Kan.
Kauffman Center to Present UNDERTALE: THE DETERMINATION SYMPHONY WORLD TOUR

Kauffman Center to Present UNDERTALE: THE DETERMINATION SYMPHONY WORLD TOUR

by BWW News Desk — March 22, 2026
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced a new addition to the 2026-27 Kauffman Center Presents series lineup: UNDERTALE: The Determination Symphony on September 2 at 7:30 p.
Review: THE GREAT GATSBY at Kansas City Music Hall

Review: THE GREAT GATSBY at Kansas City Music Hall

by Alan Portner — March 18, 2026
If Broadway’s Great Gatsby trades in spectacle, the first national North American Tour proves that its success on the road depends on something more grounded: a cast capable of sustaining the illusion night after night, city after city.
Park University ICM Orchestra To Present Spring Concert With Guest Conductor Jason Se

Park University ICM Orchestra To Present Spring Concert With Guest Conductor Jason Seber

by BWW News Desk — March 17, 2026
Park University's International Center for Music (ICM) will present its spring concert on April 17, featuring guest conductor Jason Seber.
Midwest Trust Center To Present THE UGLY DUCKLING And Family Programming In Yardley H

Midwest Trust Center To Present THE UGLY DUCKLING And Family Programming In Yardley Hall

by BWW News Desk — March 16, 2026
The Midwest Trust Center will present THE UGLY DUCKLING by Lightwire Theater in Yardley Hall.
Interview: Joshua Grosso of THE GREAT GATSBY at Kansas City Music Hall

Interview: Joshua Grosso of THE GREAT GATSBY at Kansas City Music Hall

by Alan Portner — March 16, 2026
I had the pleasure of meeting by telephone with Joshua Grosso who plays Nick Carraway in “The Great Gatsby.
Review: THE PLAY THAT WENT WRONG at The White Theatre

Review: THE PLAY THAT WENT WRONG at The White Theatre

by Alan Portner — March 16, 2026
Producing The Play That Goes Wrong at a community-theater level is an act of courage.
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Comes to The White Theatre in March

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Comes to The White Theatre in March

by BWW News Desk — March 16, 2026
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG will be presented as part of The J’s 2025–26 Theatre Series at the Lewis & Shirley White Theatre.
NUNSENSE To Be Presented By Theatre In The Park At Johnson County Arts And Heritage C

NUNSENSE To Be Presented By Theatre In The Park At Johnson County Arts And Heritage Center

by BWW News Desk — March 16, 2026
Theatre in the Park will present NUNSENSE at the Black Box Theatre at the Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center.
Spire Chamber Ensemble Celebrates Sweet 16 with Voices InSpire Gala

Spire Chamber Ensemble Celebrates Sweet 16 with Voices InSpire Gala

by BWW News Desk — March 16, 2026
Spire Chamber Ensemble will mark its 16th season with the inaugural Voices InSpire gala at Mission Hills Country Club on April 24, 2026.
Review: TROJAN WOMEN MCI at Unicorn Theatre

Review: TROJAN WOMEN MCI at Unicorn Theatre

by Andrew Burrill — March 15, 2026
What did our critic think of TROJAN WOMEN MCI at Unicorn Theatre?
BLUEY'S BIG PLAY Will Come to the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

BLUEY'S BIG PLAY Will Come to the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

by BWW News Desk — March 10, 2026
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts has announced a new addition to the 2026-2027 Kauffman Center Presents series lineup, a live show based on the lovable animated series: Bluey’s Big Play.
Charlotte Street Reveals 2026 Visual Artist & Generative Performing Artist Award Fell

Charlotte Street Reveals 2026 Visual Artist & Generative Performing Artist Award Fellows

by BWW News Desk — March 10, 2026
Charlotte Street has announced the recipients of the 2026 Visual Artist and Generative Performing Artist Awards, honoring the outstanding achievements of Kansas City area contemporary artists.
Review: EVERYBODY at Kansas City Actors Theatre

Review: EVERYBODY at Kansas City Actors Theatre

by Alan Portner — March 9, 2026
The new Kansas City Actors Theater production of “Everybody” is a sly meditation on the human condition.
Tickets On Sale To Starlight's 2026 AdventHealth Broadway Series; HADESTOWN, NEWSIES,

Tickets On Sale To Starlight's 2026 AdventHealth Broadway Series; HADESTOWN, NEWSIES, and More!

by BWW News Desk — March 5, 2026
Starlight Theatre in Kansas City will present its 2026 AdventHealth Broadway Series, featuring a lineup of acclaimed Broadway shows.
CLUE Begins Performances At Pikes Peak Center This Month

CLUE Begins Performances At Pikes Peak Center This Month

by BWW News Desk — March 4, 2026
The murder mystery play CLUE, based on the popular Hasbro board game, will be performed at Pikes Peak Center from March 23-25.
Cast Set For MOBY DICK: A SEA SHANTY World Premiere At Music Theater Heritage

Cast Set For MOBY DICK: A SEA SHANTY World Premiere At Music Theater Heritage

by BWW News Desk — March 4, 2026
Music Theater Heritage has announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere of MOBY DICK: A SEA SHANTY.
Kansas City Rep Honors Gary Neal Johnson With Dr. Mac Award

Kansas City Rep Honors Gary Neal Johnson With Dr. Mac Award

by BWW News Desk — March 3, 2026
Kansas City Repertory Theatre has announced that longtime Kansas City actor Gary Neal Johnson will receive the Dr.

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