Review: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW USHERS IN HALLOWEEN IN KANSAS CITY at The Black Box
by Steve Wilson - October 09, 2022
It’s astounding, time is fleeting, madness takes its toll. . .no it’s the opening weekend of Padgett Productions THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW. The cult musical, which has become a Kansas City favorite, has been ushering in the Halloween season for several years. I have been in the audience at least once (most years twice) each season and am glad to report it gets better every year. I don’t know if it is the witches and goblins of Halloween or the creative genius of Nick Padgett the Artistic Director that makes it unique each year, but it is the time of year for magic.
by Steve Wilson - October 09, 2022
It’s astounding, time is fleeting, madness takes its toll. . .no it’s the opening weekend of Padgett Productions THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW. The cult musical, which has become a Kansas City favorite, has been ushering in the Halloween season for several years. I have been in the audience at least once (most years twice) each season and am glad to report it gets better every year. I don’t know if it is the witches and goblins of Halloween or the creative genius of Nick Padgett the Artistic Director that makes it unique each year, but it is the time of year for magic.
Midwest Trust Center Welcomes PIFF THE MAGIC DRAGON, PUDDLES PITY PARTY And More For October
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2022
The Midwest Trust Center (formerly Carlsen Center), invites audiences to purchase tickets for series shows, featuring a cult classic, unbeatable harmonies and a comedic double bill.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2022
The Midwest Trust Center (formerly Carlsen Center), invites audiences to purchase tickets for series shows, featuring a cult classic, unbeatable harmonies and a comedic double bill.
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL Tickets On Sale October 7 At PNC Broadway in Kansas City
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2022
PNC Broadway in Kansas City hass announced that single tickets will go on sale Friday, October 7 at 10:00 a.m. for the Music Hall engagement of PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2022
PNC Broadway in Kansas City hass announced that single tickets will go on sale Friday, October 7 at 10:00 a.m. for the Music Hall engagement of PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL.
The Coterie to Present TELL-TALE ELECTRIC POE This Month
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2022
For two weeks only, The Coterie will present the return special engagement of Tell-Tale Electric Poe, a unique theatrical event for families with ages 10 and older that features R.H. Wilhoit delivering two of Edgar Allan Poe's best-known works with musical underscoring by guitarist Rex Hobart. Adapted and directed by Coterie producing artistic director, Jeff Church, Tell-Tale Electric Poe will be performed live on The Coterie’s mainstage located in Crown Center, October 20-October 30, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2022
For two weeks only, The Coterie will present the return special engagement of Tell-Tale Electric Poe, a unique theatrical event for families with ages 10 and older that features R.H. Wilhoit delivering two of Edgar Allan Poe's best-known works with musical underscoring by guitarist Rex Hobart. Adapted and directed by Coterie producing artistic director, Jeff Church, Tell-Tale Electric Poe will be performed live on The Coterie’s mainstage located in Crown Center, October 20-October 30, 2022.
The Coterie Brings Moody Masterpieces To Life With TELL-TALE ELECTRIC POE
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
For two weeks only, The Coterie will present the return special engagement of Tell-Tale Electric Poe, a unique theatrical event for families with ages 10 and older that features R.H. Wilhoit delivering two of Edgar Allan Poe's best-known works with musical underscoring by guitarist Rex Hobart.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
For two weeks only, The Coterie will present the return special engagement of Tell-Tale Electric Poe, a unique theatrical event for families with ages 10 and older that features R.H. Wilhoit delivering two of Edgar Allan Poe's best-known works with musical underscoring by guitarist Rex Hobart.
KC Repertory Theatre Announces American Crossroads Residency With First Indigenous Playwright
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
Kansas City Repertory Theatre Artistic Director Stuart Carden has announced the launch of KCRep's American Crossroads Residency, with Mary Kathryn Nagle as its inaugural playwright resident and the recipient of the first American Crossroads commission.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
Kansas City Repertory Theatre Artistic Director Stuart Carden has announced the launch of KCRep's American Crossroads Residency, with Mary Kathryn Nagle as its inaugural playwright resident and the recipient of the first American Crossroads commission.
Starlight Indoors Opens Season With THE CROWN - LIVE!
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
A perfect treat for both fans of the show keenly waiting for the fifth season – and for those wondering what all the fuss is about – The Crown – Live! features 80 minutes of frenetic hat-passing, period accents, and corgi impressions.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
A perfect treat for both fans of the show keenly waiting for the fifth season – and for those wondering what all the fuss is about – The Crown – Live! features 80 minutes of frenetic hat-passing, period accents, and corgi impressions.
Photos: First Look at A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING at The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2022
The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre's production of A Grand Night For Singing runs through Oct. 2. This stylish review features more than 30 songs from 11 of their musical masterpieces, including Oklahoma!, South Pacific, The Sound of Music, Carousel, The King and I, Cinderella, and more. See photos here!
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2022
The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre's production of A Grand Night For Singing runs through Oct. 2. This stylish review features more than 30 songs from 11 of their musical masterpieces, including Oklahoma!, South Pacific, The Sound of Music, Carousel, The King and I, Cinderella, and more. See photos here!
Review: AKEELAH AND THE BEE at Coterie Theatre
by Steve Wilson - September 27, 2022
How do you spell winner? A-K-E-E-L-A-H because that’s what The Coterie Theatre has in their production of AKEELAH AND THE BEE, now playing at the theater located in Crown Center. AKEELAH AND THE BEE written by Cheryl West is based on the award-winning film starring Laurence Fishburne with a screenplay by Doug Atchison.
by Steve Wilson - September 27, 2022
How do you spell winner? A-K-E-E-L-A-H because that’s what The Coterie Theatre has in their production of AKEELAH AND THE BEE, now playing at the theater located in Crown Center. AKEELAH AND THE BEE written by Cheryl West is based on the award-winning film starring Laurence Fishburne with a screenplay by Doug Atchison.
Nilko Andreas Will Lead Music Theater Heritage production of MAN OF LA MANCHA
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Music Theater Heritage has announced the cast and creatives for its upcoming production of Man Of La Mancha, a collaboration with Kansas City's esteemed performance group, Ensemble Ibérica.
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Music Theater Heritage has announced the cast and creatives for its upcoming production of Man Of La Mancha, a collaboration with Kansas City's esteemed performance group, Ensemble Ibérica.
A PLACE FOR US: A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF JEWISH BROADWAY is Coming to The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2022
The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre will kick off its 2022-2023 season with an homage to that contribution with a special one-performance concert on Sunday, Oct. 2, 'A Place for Us: A Musical Celebration of Jewish Broadway' an award-winning production, starring award-winning NYC entertainer Ari Axelrod.
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2022
The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre will kick off its 2022-2023 season with an homage to that contribution with a special one-performance concert on Sunday, Oct. 2, 'A Place for Us: A Musical Celebration of Jewish Broadway' an award-winning production, starring award-winning NYC entertainer Ari Axelrod.
Starlight's President and C.E.O. Announces He Will Retire in March
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2022
Rich Baker has announced plans to retire after more than nine years as President + C.E.O. of the Starlight Theatre Association of Kansas City, Inc., on March 31, 2023. He will continue as a programming consultant and assist in booking the Broadway Series for Starlight through 2025. This will ensure a seamless transition to the new President + C.E.O., Lindsey Rood-Clifford, effective April 1, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2022
Rich Baker has announced plans to retire after more than nine years as President + C.E.O. of the Starlight Theatre Association of Kansas City, Inc., on March 31, 2023. He will continue as a programming consultant and assist in booking the Broadway Series for Starlight through 2025. This will ensure a seamless transition to the new President + C.E.O., Lindsey Rood-Clifford, effective April 1, 2023.
JAGGED LITTLE PILL, 1776 And More Announced for Starlight 2023 AdventHealth Broadway Series
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
Starlight Theatre has announced its 2023 AdventHealth Broadway Series, which invites audiences to witness pivotal moments in time through seven iconic, straight-from-Broadway shows.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2022
Starlight Theatre has announced its 2023 AdventHealth Broadway Series, which invites audiences to witness pivotal moments in time through seven iconic, straight-from-Broadway shows.
Kansas City Ballet Stages Emotional 2022- 2023 Season Opener With GISELLE
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2022
Kansas City Ballet's 2022-2023 season opens with the tragic love story, Giselle, with choreography by Kansas City Ballet Artistic Director Devon Carney, choreographed after Jean Coralli and Jules Perrot and Marius Petipa to the enchanting music of Adolphe Adam. This haunting production runs October 14 through 23 at the Muriel Kauffman Theatre in the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts and will be accompanied by the Kansas City Symphony conducted by Kansas City Ballet Music Director Ramona Pansegrau.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2022
Kansas City Ballet's 2022-2023 season opens with the tragic love story, Giselle, with choreography by Kansas City Ballet Artistic Director Devon Carney, choreographed after Jean Coralli and Jules Perrot and Marius Petipa to the enchanting music of Adolphe Adam. This haunting production runs October 14 through 23 at the Muriel Kauffman Theatre in the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts and will be accompanied by the Kansas City Symphony conducted by Kansas City Ballet Music Director Ramona Pansegrau.
KAUFMAN CENTER PRESENTS Spring 2023 Shows Announced
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2022
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts has announced the Kauffman Center Presents spring 2023 line-up. These events promise to deliver extraordinary and diverse experiences featuring internationally recognized artists and performers for Kansas City audiences. High-res photos with IDs can be found here.
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2022
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts has announced the Kauffman Center Presents spring 2023 line-up. These events promise to deliver extraordinary and diverse experiences featuring internationally recognized artists and performers for Kansas City audiences. High-res photos with IDs can be found here.
ROCKY HORROR SHOW Returns To KC As A Full Fall Experience
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2022
Richard O'Brien's ROCKY HORROR SHOW, returns LIVE to Kansas City and Presented by Padgett Productions, who has been bringing the show to the stage every Halloween season since 2016, which officially makes it a Kansas City tradition...and now it's more than just a show, it's a full FALL EXPERIENCE!
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2022
Richard O'Brien's ROCKY HORROR SHOW, returns LIVE to Kansas City and Presented by Padgett Productions, who has been bringing the show to the stage every Halloween season since 2016, which officially makes it a Kansas City tradition...and now it's more than just a show, it's a full FALL EXPERIENCE!
THE PROM Makes Its Kansas City Premiere At Starlight Theatre, September 13-18
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2022
The Prom is a musical comedy about big Broadway stars on a mission to change the world and the love they discover that unites them all. The show makes its Kansas City debut at Starlight Theatre September 13-18 as part of the AdventHealth Broadway Series.
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2022
The Prom is a musical comedy about big Broadway stars on a mission to change the world and the love they discover that unites them all. The show makes its Kansas City debut at Starlight Theatre September 13-18 as part of the AdventHealth Broadway Series.
Nominations Open For 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards
by BWW Awards - September 06, 2022
Nominations are now open for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! The 2022 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.
by BWW Awards - September 06, 2022
Nominations are now open for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! The 2022 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.
KC SuperStar Announces Winners; Jewish Community Center Raises Record Amount
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2022
The third time's the charm for Cara Parisi, who was chosen as the 2022 KC SuperStar! The Bishop Miege High School graduate had auditioned for the past two years but won the big prize this time around-a $10,000 scholarship.
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2022
The third time's the charm for Cara Parisi, who was chosen as the 2022 KC SuperStar! The Bishop Miege High School graduate had auditioned for the past two years but won the big prize this time around-a $10,000 scholarship.
Starlight to Present MONET & FRIENDS ALIVE
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2022
Starlight presents in partnership with The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art Monet & Friends Alive, a multi-sensory experience that allows viewers to experience the sights and sounds of 19th century Europe through the eyes of Claude Monet and the Impressionist painters who immortalized them.
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2022
Starlight presents in partnership with The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art Monet & Friends Alive, a multi-sensory experience that allows viewers to experience the sights and sounds of 19th century Europe through the eyes of Claude Monet and the Impressionist painters who immortalized them.
Kauffman Center Announces Jasper Doest, Sandesh Kadur, and More for 2023 National Geographic Speaker Series
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2022
National Geographic Live speakers will bring to life the awe-inspiring stories of National Geographic Explorers and share visual stories about our planet’s fragility, bio-inspired design and attempts to understand ancient Mesoamerica. Illustrated with award-winning photography and video, each one-of-a-kind presentation includes a Q&A session.
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2022
National Geographic Live speakers will bring to life the awe-inspiring stories of National Geographic Explorers and share visual stories about our planet’s fragility, bio-inspired design and attempts to understand ancient Mesoamerica. Illustrated with award-winning photography and video, each one-of-a-kind presentation includes a Q&A session.
Matt Doyle to Host KC SuperStar Singing Competition Final Event
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2022
Each year, a well-known celebrity is part of the KC SuperStar final event. Broadway Star Matt Doyle will be joining the Aug. 28 event as host and performer.
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2022
Each year, a well-known celebrity is part of the KC SuperStar final event. Broadway Star Matt Doyle will be joining the Aug. 28 event as host and performer.
Midwest Trust Center Announces September Line Up For 2022 - 2023 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2022
The Midwest Trust Center (formerly Carlsen Center), invites audiences to purchase tickets for series shows, featuring acclaimed artists in dance, classical music, jazz and hip hop. Performances will take place at the Midwest Trust Center on the campus of Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS 66210). High-res photos with IDs can be found here.
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2022
The Midwest Trust Center (formerly Carlsen Center), invites audiences to purchase tickets for series shows, featuring acclaimed artists in dance, classical music, jazz and hip hop. Performances will take place at the Midwest Trust Center on the campus of Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS 66210). High-res photos with IDs can be found here.
Review: ABOUT ALICE at KC Actors Theatre
by Kelly Luck - August 21, 2022
KC native humorist's play a touching and often funny memorial to an extraordinary woman
by Kelly Luck - August 21, 2022
KC native humorist's play a touching and often funny memorial to an extraordinary woman
Review: You Don't Want to Miss LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS At the Warwick Theatre
by Steve Wilson - August 16, 2022
Nick Padgett, Producing Artistic Director of Padgett Productions presents LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, through August 21 at the Warwick Theatre in the Westport Entertainment District. This production is one of the best to hit the stage in Kansas City this year. I know when I left the theater I could still hear the songs in my head, and it continued for several joyous days.
by Steve Wilson - August 16, 2022
Nick Padgett, Producing Artistic Director of Padgett Productions presents LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, through August 21 at the Warwick Theatre in the Westport Entertainment District. This production is one of the best to hit the stage in Kansas City this year. I know when I left the theater I could still hear the songs in my head, and it continued for several joyous days.
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