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THE SECOND CITY HITS HOME Comes to Starlight This Month

THE SECOND CITY HITS HOME Comes to Starlight This Month

by BWW News Desk — February 1, 2023
Chicago's legendary sketch and improv comedy theater Second City brings The Second City Hits Home to Starlight Indoors February 14-19.
Review: KINKY BOOTS at The White Theatre

Review: KINKY BOOTS at The White Theatre

by Alan Portner — January 30, 2023
Live, local musical theater in Kansas City opens for 2023 with a delightful, surprising, unexpected production of 2013’s six-time Tony Award winner “Kinky Boots.
Winners Announced For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards

Winners Announced For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards

by BWW Awards — January 26, 2023
The winners have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards, honoring the best in regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.
Music Theater Heritage Opens Season With R&H: UNPLUGGED

Music Theater Heritage Opens Season With R&H: UNPLUGGED

by BWW News Desk — January 26, 2023
Music Theater Heritage has announced the cast and creatives for its 2023 Season opener, R&H: Unplugged.
The White Theatre Presents KINKY BOOTS Beginning This Weekend

The White Theatre Presents KINKY BOOTS Beginning This Weekend

by BWW News Desk — January 23, 2023
The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at The Jewish Community Center (The J) will warm up your cold winter nights with its upcoming production of the sizzling Broadway Musical 'Kinky Boots' opening Saturday evening, Jan.
Review: HADESTOWN at Kansas City Music Hall

Review: HADESTOWN at Kansas City Music Hall

by Alan Portner — January 18, 2023
Blend two ancient Greek myths, add the climate change crisis, a screed on capitalism, fears surrounding immigration, sprinkle in delightful, original folk music, and stir.
Future Stages Festival Celebrates 10 Years This Summer

Future Stages Festival Celebrates 10 Years This Summer

by BWW News Desk — January 18, 2023
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts has announced that the 10th annual Future Stages Festival will be held on Sunday, June 11, 2023, from 12 p.
Dixie Longate Returns With Brand-New Stand-Up Show at the Cohen Community Stage House

Dixie Longate Returns With Brand-New Stand-Up Show at the Cohen Community Stage House

by BWW News Desk — January 13, 2023
Starlight Indoors fan favorite Dixie Longate returns to the Cohen Community Stage House February 3-4 only for her first ever stand-up show, Cherry Bombs and Bottle Rockets.
Broadway Star And TikTok Sensation Tina Maddigan To Lead GYPSY At Music Theater Her

Broadway Star And TikTok Sensation Tina Maddigan To Lead GYPSY At Music Theater Heritage

by BWW News Desk — January 11, 2023
Music Theater Heritage Artistic Director Tim Scott has announced that Broadway star Tina Maddigan (Mayer) will play Mama Rose in MTH's summer production of Gypsy.
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Announces THE DINING EXPERIENCE To Reopen, Ja

Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Announces THE DINING EXPERIENCE To Reopen, January 20

by BWW News Desk — January 11, 2023
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts has announced the return of The Dining Experience beginning Friday, Jan.
Overland Park Named 2023 Best Small Convention Center In North America

Overland Park Named 2023 Best Small Convention Center In North America

by BWW News Desk — January 5, 2023
The Overland Park Convention Center has been named 2023 Best Small Convention Center in North America by EXHIBITOR Magazine, a leading industry publication honoring the best in event venues.
Central Standard Theatre Presents INVASION 2023

Central Standard Theatre Presents INVASION 2023

by BWW News Desk — January 5, 2023
Central Standard Theatre is celebrating three incredible British women at the top of their game.
Children's Theater Director Jeff Church Found Dead Following Abuse Allegations

Children's Theater Director Jeff Church Found Dead Following Abuse Allegations

by BWW News Desk — December 28, 2022
Jeff Church, The Coterie Theatre's artistic director for more than 30 years, was found dead this weekend after he had resigned from his position amid sexual assault allegations.
12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; Unicorn Theatre L

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; Unicorn Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

by BWW — December 19, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Opens at The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Opens at The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre

by BWW News Desk — December 15, 2022
 Enjoy a holiday tradition in the 19th century charm of historic Arrow Rock, as the Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre presents Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol for the eighth year!
Review: WHO'S HOLIDAY, A CHRISTMAS FAVORITE NOW PLAYING IN KANSAS CITY at Musical The

Review: WHO'S HOLIDAY, A CHRISTMAS FAVORITE NOW PLAYING IN KANSAS CITY at Musical Theater Heritage

by Steve Wilson — December 13, 2022
If you want to see a hilarious Christmas show, then it’s to WHO’S HOLIDAY you should go.
Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards;  at MTKC Pro Lea

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; at MTKC Pro Leads Best Ensemble Performance!

by BWW — December 12, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Review: COME BLOW YOUR HORN at New Theatre Restaurant

Review: COME BLOW YOUR HORN at New Theatre Restaurant

by Alan Portner — December 10, 2022
New Theatre Restaurant’s new production of Neil Simon’s COME BLOW YOUR HORN is a holiday gift to its audiences.
Review: PRETTY WOMAN THE MUSICAL at KC Music Hall

Review: PRETTY WOMAN THE MUSICAL at KC Music Hall

by Alan Portner — December 8, 2022
Very entertaining - if not high concept.
Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; Unicorn Thea

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; Unicorn Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

by BWW — December 5, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
THE JEWISH NUTCRACKER Comes to The White Theatre

THE JEWISH NUTCRACKER Comes to The White Theatre

by BWW News Desk — December 5, 2022
The perfect holiday confection will 'spin' into The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at The Jewish Community Center (The J) as 'The Jewish Nutcracker' returns for its second year with a total of three performances.
Theatre in the Park INDOOR Presents SEUSSICAL This Month

Theatre in the Park INDOOR Presents SEUSSICAL This Month

by BWW News Desk — December 1, 2022
The Whos, as well as Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and Gertrude McFuzz are all here for the holidays as Theatre in the Park INDOOR presents 'Seussical The Musical'!
Kansas City Actors Theatre Announces 2023/2024 Season

Kansas City Actors Theatre Announces 2023/2024 Season

by BWW News Desk — November 30, 2022
Classic plays, new works, and modern adaptations make up the incredible plays featured in Kansas City Actors Theatre 2023-2024 season.
Tommy James & The Shondells Come to Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts in April

Tommy James & The Shondells Come to Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts in April 2023

by BWW News Desk — November 28, 2022
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts has announced the chart-topping Tommy James & The Shondells for a one-night engagement on April 1, 2023, in Muriel Kauffman Theatre.
Coterie Theatre Leader Joette Pelster Has Died, After Distinguished Arts Admin Career

Coterie Theatre Leader Joette Pelster Has Died, After Distinguished Arts Admin Career

by BWW News Desk — November 28, 2022
Coterie Theatre Executive Director Joette Pelster, 71, has passed away peacefully at home in her sleep.

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