BWW Review: SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS SHOW at Musical Theater Heritage
by Alan Portner - December 12, 2021
One of the annual challenges inherent to creating an absolutely new “Spectacular Christmas Show” at Musical l Theater Heritage is how to differentiate this year’s production from the thirteen editions that preceded it. I have been privileged to see eight of the fourteen iterations and can promise you that each production is professional, well performed, entertaining and very different from earlier versions. Sure, you will recognize some of the music, but it is unlikely that the key will be one you are pre-programed to have heard before or that the various harmonies will be hackneyed.
by Alan Portner - December 12, 2021
One of the annual challenges inherent to creating an absolutely new “Spectacular Christmas Show” at Musical l Theater Heritage is how to differentiate this year’s production from the thirteen editions that preceded it. I have been privileged to see eight of the fourteen iterations and can promise you that each production is professional, well performed, entertaining and very different from earlier versions. Sure, you will recognize some of the music, but it is unlikely that the key will be one you are pre-programed to have heard before or that the various harmonies will be hackneyed.
The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre Announces Casting For CHARLES DICKENS' A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2021
The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre is bringing back its beloved holiday favorite, A Christmas Carol, December 15. The show runs through December 23.
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2021
The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre is bringing back its beloved holiday favorite, A Christmas Carol, December 15. The show runs through December 23.
Scott Moreau of JOHNNY & JUNE at New Theatre Restaurant
by Alan Portner - December 08, 2021
“Johnny & June” at New Theatre Restaurant is an outstanding, original, tribute concert reminiscent of what TV audiences might have enjoyed at home between the premiere of the “Johnny Cash TV Show” in 1969 and the final “Johnny Cash Christmas Special” in 1985. This New Theatre Restaurant original features Scott Moreau as Johnny Cash, Ashley Pankow, as June Carter Cash, and Cathy Burnett as Country Comedian, Minnie Pearl.
by Alan Portner - December 08, 2021
“Johnny & June” at New Theatre Restaurant is an outstanding, original, tribute concert reminiscent of what TV audiences might have enjoyed at home between the premiere of the “Johnny Cash TV Show” in 1969 and the final “Johnny Cash Christmas Special” in 1985. This New Theatre Restaurant original features Scott Moreau as Johnny Cash, Ashley Pankow, as June Carter Cash, and Cathy Burnett as Country Comedian, Minnie Pearl.
Vote For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; First Stats Announced!
by BWW - December 06, 2021
Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
by BWW - December 06, 2021
Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
BWW Review: THE NUTCRACKER at KC Ballet
by Kelly Luck - December 04, 2021
Devon Carney's Christmas fantasy is all the more fantastic in today's worldAfter riding the tempest of the last few years, we seem to crave nothing so much as a return to 'normal'. Nebulous word, normal, but if nothing else, the ability to gather together and enjoy our traditions without being overshadowed by fear is a fundamental aspect.
by Kelly Luck - December 04, 2021
Devon Carney's Christmas fantasy is all the more fantastic in today's worldAfter riding the tempest of the last few years, we seem to crave nothing so much as a return to 'normal'. Nebulous word, normal, but if nothing else, the ability to gather together and enjoy our traditions without being overshadowed by fear is a fundamental aspect.
BWW Review: AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS at Lyric Opera
by Kelly Luck - December 04, 2021
The Lyric's Amahl, created last year as an online-only performance due to Covid, makes its live stage premiere.
by Kelly Luck - December 04, 2021
The Lyric's Amahl, created last year as an online-only performance due to Covid, makes its live stage premiere.
“Weird Al” Yankovic Second ILL-ADVISED Tour Stops in Kansas City
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2021
Almost four years after his first foray into unfamiliar concert territory with his highly-acclaimed “Ridiculously Self-Indulgent, Ill-Advised Vanity Tour,” “Weird Al” Yankovic will be pressing his luck again, this time with “The Unfortunate Return of the Ridiculously Self-Indulgent, Ill-Advised Vanity Tour.” The 140-show tour comes to the Kauffman Center Sept. 2, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2021
Almost four years after his first foray into unfamiliar concert territory with his highly-acclaimed “Ridiculously Self-Indulgent, Ill-Advised Vanity Tour,” “Weird Al” Yankovic will be pressing his luck again, this time with “The Unfortunate Return of the Ridiculously Self-Indulgent, Ill-Advised Vanity Tour.” The 140-show tour comes to the Kauffman Center Sept. 2, 2022.
THE COMICAL HEATHEN Announced At Madlab, December 5
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2021
The Comical Heathen Live Show will be a part of the 2021 Kansas City Fringe Festival. “The Comical Heathen” stars Jerry C. Jaffe, a veteran of the Cleveland stand-up scene with over 30 years of acting and directing experience in the theatre. The show is based on his podcast of the same name.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2021
The Comical Heathen Live Show will be a part of the 2021 Kansas City Fringe Festival. “The Comical Heathen” stars Jerry C. Jaffe, a veteran of the Cleveland stand-up scene with over 30 years of acting and directing experience in the theatre. The show is based on his podcast of the same name.
Casting Has Been Announced for the MTH Theater at Crown Center's A SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS SHOW
by Gigi Gervais - November 30, 2021
The MTH Theater at Crown Center has announced casting for its annual Christmas revue A Spectacular Christmas Show. The production is directed and choreographed by Mandy Morris and the company features some of the finest singers and dancers in the area.
by Gigi Gervais - November 30, 2021
The MTH Theater at Crown Center has announced casting for its annual Christmas revue A Spectacular Christmas Show. The production is directed and choreographed by Mandy Morris and the company features some of the finest singers and dancers in the area.
Kansas City Actors Theatre Announces Lineup For 18th Season
by Gigi Gervais - November 27, 2021
Warm, poignant, witty, whip-smart, and heartfelt – all words that describe the works included in Kansas City Actors Theatre lineup of plays selected for 2022-2023. This is KCAT’s 18th Season of productions, showcasing the leading professional theater talent in Kansas City.
by Gigi Gervais - November 27, 2021
Warm, poignant, witty, whip-smart, and heartfelt – all words that describe the works included in Kansas City Actors Theatre lineup of plays selected for 2022-2023. This is KCAT’s 18th Season of productions, showcasing the leading professional theater talent in Kansas City.
Kansas City Actors Theatre Announces 2022/2023 Season 18
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2021
Warm, poignant, witty, whip-smart, and heartfelt – all words that describe the works included in Kansas City Actors Theatre lineup of plays selected for 2022-2023. This is KCAT’s 18th Season of productions, showcasing the leading professional theater talent in Kansas City.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2021
Warm, poignant, witty, whip-smart, and heartfelt – all words that describe the works included in Kansas City Actors Theatre lineup of plays selected for 2022-2023. This is KCAT’s 18th Season of productions, showcasing the leading professional theater talent in Kansas City.
BWW Review: JOHNNY & JUNE at New Theatre Restaurant
by Alan Portner - November 24, 2021
New Theatre Restaurant in Overland Park has opened an original and very enjoyable, new production, entitled “Johnny & June.” The show is a country music tribute concert to Johnny & June Carter Cash with Scott Moreau and Ashley Pankow as the title characters and with Cathy Barnett as comedian Minnie Pearl along with a five piece band.
by Alan Portner - November 24, 2021
New Theatre Restaurant in Overland Park has opened an original and very enjoyable, new production, entitled “Johnny & June.” The show is a country music tribute concert to Johnny & June Carter Cash with Scott Moreau and Ashley Pankow as the title characters and with Cathy Barnett as comedian Minnie Pearl along with a five piece band.
Voting Open For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards - Including In Person & Streaming Categories!
by BWW Staff - November 18, 2021
Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
by BWW Staff - November 18, 2021
Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
Dark Pop Artist, Pure Xtc, Gets Personal In Her Debut EP 'Nobody's Home'
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2021
Taylor Hughes has previously played the drums for bands like EXNATIONS and Car Party over the past decade. Now, she expresses her heart and soul in her debut solo project 'Nobody's Home' under the name pure xtc : Listen to NOBODY'S HOME.
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2021
Taylor Hughes has previously played the drums for bands like EXNATIONS and Car Party over the past decade. Now, she expresses her heart and soul in her debut solo project 'Nobody's Home' under the name pure xtc : Listen to NOBODY'S HOME.
Community Students Attend Van Gogh Alive Thanks To District Partnership and Grant
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2021
Now, students from Kansas City Public Schools will receive the opportunity to experience this unique exhibit thanks to a partnership between the school district, Starlight and the Muriel McBrien Kauffman Foundation.
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2021
Now, students from Kansas City Public Schools will receive the opportunity to experience this unique exhibit thanks to a partnership between the school district, Starlight and the Muriel McBrien Kauffman Foundation.
Three Performances Added To The Kauffman Center Presents Spring 2022 Calendar
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2021
Three musically diverse acts are coming to the Kauffman Center this spring. On March 18, see Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy and Family, then see The TEN Tenors March 22, followed by The Queen's Cartoonists April 27, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2021
Three musically diverse acts are coming to the Kauffman Center this spring. On March 18, see Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy and Family, then see The TEN Tenors March 22, followed by The Queen's Cartoonists April 27, 2022.
First Act Theatre Arts to Present Disney's DESCENDANTS
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2021
The newly formed First Act Theatre Arts is gearing up for an amazing inaugural season. With the successful run of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat last month and the Elf the Musical about to start performance this week, First Act KC is definitely a company you want to check out!
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2021
The newly formed First Act Theatre Arts is gearing up for an amazing inaugural season. With the successful run of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat last month and the Elf the Musical about to start performance this week, First Act KC is definitely a company you want to check out!
BWW Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN! THE MUSICAL OPENS IN OVERLAND PARK, KS at The White Theatre
by Steve Wilson - November 08, 2021
This is the first time I can remember something rotten being so enjoyable. SOMETHING ROTTEN! the musical directed by Tim Bair opened on Saturday night November 6 at the White Theatre at the J in Overland Park, KS. If you miss your chance to see this musical comedy, that would be SOMETHING ROTTEN! The show runs through November 21.
by Steve Wilson - November 08, 2021
This is the first time I can remember something rotten being so enjoyable. SOMETHING ROTTEN! the musical directed by Tim Bair opened on Saturday night November 6 at the White Theatre at the J in Overland Park, KS. If you miss your chance to see this musical comedy, that would be SOMETHING ROTTEN! The show runs through November 21.
BWW Review: COMPANY at Musical Theater Heritage
by Alan Portner - November 07, 2021
Now through November 21, Musical Theater Heritage offers a super production of “Company,” Stephen Sondheim’s breakthrough 1970 musical. “Company” marks the first appearance of the indelible Sondheim musical voice we have heard so often since.
by Alan Portner - November 07, 2021
Now through November 21, Musical Theater Heritage offers a super production of “Company,” Stephen Sondheim’s breakthrough 1970 musical. “Company” marks the first appearance of the indelible Sondheim musical voice we have heard so often since.
BWW Review: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES OPENS IN KANSAS CITY AT THE COTERIE THEATRE
by Steve Wilson - November 07, 2021
The Coterie Theatre made a big splash with the opening of its world premiere of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES on November 4th at The Coterie Theatre located in Crown Center in Kansas City, MO. The new version of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES has never been seen before and is adapted from the animated series, which has entertained children for the last 17 years. Though entertaining for younger audiences I found the musical to be tedious and the constant screaming to be annoying. Maybe I would have enjoyed it more if I had grown up during the SpongeBob era.
by Steve Wilson - November 07, 2021
The Coterie Theatre made a big splash with the opening of its world premiere of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES on November 4th at The Coterie Theatre located in Crown Center in Kansas City, MO. The new version of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES has never been seen before and is adapted from the animated series, which has entertained children for the last 17 years. Though entertaining for younger audiences I found the musical to be tedious and the constant screaming to be annoying. Maybe I would have enjoyed it more if I had grown up during the SpongeBob era.
CLUE THE MUSICAL Will Be Performed by Gallatin Theater League
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2021
The internationally popular game is now a fun-filled musical that brings the world’s best-known suspects to life and invites the audience to help solve the mystery: who killed Mr. Boddy, in what room, and with what weapon.
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2021
The internationally popular game is now a fun-filled musical that brings the world’s best-known suspects to life and invites the audience to help solve the mystery: who killed Mr. Boddy, in what room, and with what weapon.
Music Theatre Kansas City Presents Local Premiere Of Holiday Favorite A CHRISTMAS STORY
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2021
Music Theatre Kansas City is kicking off its 30th Season with their professional production of A Christmas Story: The Musical, December 3rd-19th.
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2021
Music Theatre Kansas City is kicking off its 30th Season with their professional production of A Christmas Story: The Musical, December 3rd-19th.
Nominations Close Sunday For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards
by BWW Staff - October 26, 2021
These are the final weeks to submit nominees for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021. Nominations close Sunday, October 31st, 2021.
by BWW Staff - October 26, 2021
These are the final weeks to submit nominees for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021. Nominations close Sunday, October 31st, 2021.
BWW Feature: VAN GOGH ALIVE at Stalight Theatre
by Alan Portner - October 26, 2021
Imagine, if you can, the ability to see beyond the strict confines of a framed piece of art. 'Van Gogh Alive,' a joint project of Starlight Theatre and the Nelson Atkins Art Museum, offers visitors a total immersion into Vincent's familiar, Post-Impressionist vision by way of massive, all enveloping, thirty ft. tall projections, backed by carefully selected musical score, and the specter of the artist's own words culled from hundreds of letters written in his final years.
by Alan Portner - October 26, 2021
Imagine, if you can, the ability to see beyond the strict confines of a framed piece of art. 'Van Gogh Alive,' a joint project of Starlight Theatre and the Nelson Atkins Art Museum, offers visitors a total immersion into Vincent's familiar, Post-Impressionist vision by way of massive, all enveloping, thirty ft. tall projections, backed by carefully selected musical score, and the specter of the artist's own words culled from hundreds of letters written in his final years.
BWW Review: PIPELINE at Unicorn
by Kelly Luck - October 25, 2021
Unicorn's production of PIPELINE an unflinching look at race, education, and privilege
by Kelly Luck - October 25, 2021
Unicorn's production of PIPELINE an unflinching look at race, education, and privilege
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