Carlsen Center Presents New Digital Artists-in-Residence Opus 76 Quartet
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2020
Emily Behrmann, General Manager for Carlsen Center Presents today announced the first-ever Digital Artists-in-Residence partnership with Opus 76 Quartet for the 2020-2021 season. Known for their entertaining and energetic interpretations of the classics, this group of renowned musicians based in Kansas City have been called “Kansas City's gem of a quartet” by The Kansas City Star.
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2020
Emily Behrmann, General Manager for Carlsen Center Presents today announced the first-ever Digital Artists-in-Residence partnership with Opus 76 Quartet for the 2020-2021 season. Known for their entertaining and energetic interpretations of the classics, this group of renowned musicians based in Kansas City have been called “Kansas City's gem of a quartet” by The Kansas City Star.
BWW Blog: Musical Adaptations That Would Just Make Sense (At Least to Me and My Friends)
by Student Blogger: Holden Childress - December 09, 2020
All of the excitement got me thinking of other musical adaptations I would love to see, and with the help of my theatre friends.
by Student Blogger: Holden Childress - December 09, 2020
All of the excitement got me thinking of other musical adaptations I would love to see, and with the help of my theatre friends.
Theater League Announces Grants For Local Theatre Professionals
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2020
In order to provide assistance to local theater artists who have lost work due to the pandemic, Theater League has designated funds from its endowment to distribute grants of up to $500 to actors, stage managers, designers and technicians in need. The newly formed Theatre Community Fund of Kansas City (TCF) will assist the League in identifying local theater artists in need and helping distribute these grants.
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2020
In order to provide assistance to local theater artists who have lost work due to the pandemic, Theater League has designated funds from its endowment to distribute grants of up to $500 to actors, stage managers, designers and technicians in need. The newly formed Theatre Community Fund of Kansas City (TCF) will assist the League in identifying local theater artists in need and helping distribute these grants.
BWW Review: THE SNOWY DAY AND OTHER STORIES BY EZRA JACK KEATS at The Coterie Theatre
by Steve Wilson - December 08, 2020
The Covid 19 pandemic has halted live performances from Kansas City to Broadway, and all around the world. The Coterie Theatre has joined the ever-growing number of theatrical companies that are bringing their performances to their audiences virtually, with their production of THE SNOWY DAY AND OTHER STORIES BY EZRA JACK KEATS. The production will be available for live streaming on-demand through January 3, 2021.
by Steve Wilson - December 08, 2020
The Covid 19 pandemic has halted live performances from Kansas City to Broadway, and all around the world. The Coterie Theatre has joined the ever-growing number of theatrical companies that are bringing their performances to their audiences virtually, with their production of THE SNOWY DAY AND OTHER STORIES BY EZRA JACK KEATS. The production will be available for live streaming on-demand through January 3, 2021.
Heartland Men's Chorus Presents GRATEFUL: A HOLIDAY SHOWCASE
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2020
Grateful: A Holiday Showcase is HMC’s first virtual holiday performance in 35 years. The company is unable to celebrate the holiday season performing for you at the Folly Theater, but you can still experience the tradition of an HMC Holiday with Grateful!
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2020
Grateful: A Holiday Showcase is HMC’s first virtual holiday performance in 35 years. The company is unable to celebrate the holiday season performing for you at the Folly Theater, but you can still experience the tradition of an HMC Holiday with Grateful!
National WWI Museum And Memorial Announces Final 2020 Pershing Lecture and Safe Holiday Activities For Families
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2020
The final Pershing Lecture Series event of 2020 will take place online on Tuesday, Dec. 15 at 6:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2020
The final Pershing Lecture Series event of 2020 will take place online on Tuesday, Dec. 15 at 6:30 p.m.
The Coterie Celebrates Winter with THE SNOWY DAY
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2020
This winter, The Coterie presents Mesner Puppet Theater's production of The Snowy Day and other stories by Ezra Jack Keats, an endearing adaptation of Ezra Jack Keats' award-winning book. The Snowy Day is streaming online now for families and virtual field trips through January 3, 2021.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2020
This winter, The Coterie presents Mesner Puppet Theater's production of The Snowy Day and other stories by Ezra Jack Keats, an endearing adaptation of Ezra Jack Keats' award-winning book. The Snowy Day is streaming online now for families and virtual field trips through January 3, 2021.
Kansas City Repertory Theatre Partners With Kansas City PBS to Save A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2020
Kansas City Repertory Theatre Executive Director Angela Gieras today announced the partnership of KCRep, and Kansas City PBS (formerly KCPT) to produce a virtual adaptation of the beloved holiday classic, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. An abbreviated version will air on channel 19.1 on Thurs., Dec. 17, at 7 p.m. CST.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2020
Kansas City Repertory Theatre Executive Director Angela Gieras today announced the partnership of KCRep, and Kansas City PBS (formerly KCPT) to produce a virtual adaptation of the beloved holiday classic, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. An abbreviated version will air on channel 19.1 on Thurs., Dec. 17, at 7 p.m. CST.
Starlight To Host Third Life-Saving Blood Drive
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2020
As the national blood shortage rages on, Starlight and several neighboring Swope Park organizations are stepping in to help. The local blood supply has not been stable since March, when the COVID-19 pandemic became widespread in the United States. In response, Swope Park organizations are once again partnering with Community Blood Center (CBC) for one final, life-saving blood drive of the year to be held in the Applause Club at Starlight Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2020
As the national blood shortage rages on, Starlight and several neighboring Swope Park organizations are stepping in to help. The local blood supply has not been stable since March, when the COVID-19 pandemic became widespread in the United States. In response, Swope Park organizations are once again partnering with Community Blood Center (CBC) for one final, life-saving blood drive of the year to be held in the Applause Club at Starlight Theatre.
BWW Blog: 2020 - A Reflection
by Student Blogger: Holden Childress - November 30, 2020
2020 has been quite the rollercoaster ride, huh?
by Student Blogger: Holden Childress - November 30, 2020
2020 has been quite the rollercoaster ride, huh?
Kansas City Actors Theatre Announces GET US OUT OF THESE BOXES: A ZOOM CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2020
Kansas City Actors Theatre will present an original online play, “Get Us Out of These Boxes: A Zoom Christmas Carol,” written by KCAT company member Darren Sextro. This is a one-time-only event in support of Kansas City Actors Theatre and the recently-launched Kansas City Actors Radio Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2020
Kansas City Actors Theatre will present an original online play, “Get Us Out of These Boxes: A Zoom Christmas Carol,” written by KCAT company member Darren Sextro. This is a one-time-only event in support of Kansas City Actors Theatre and the recently-launched Kansas City Actors Radio Theatre.
KC Symphony String Ensemble to Perform For the Evergy Plaza Lighting Ceremony
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2020
Five members of the KC Symphony String Ensemble will be performing as part of the Evergy Plaza Lighting Ceremony
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2020
Five members of the KC Symphony String Ensemble will be performing as part of the Evergy Plaza Lighting Ceremony
Tune In Friday For An Agatha Christie Murder Mystery On Kansas City Actors Radio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2020
This week on Kansas City Actors Radio Theatre, a man is found dead, alone and barricaded in his room, in the first American adventure of Agatha Christie's famous detective, Hercule Poirot. Tune in for Agatha Christie's 'The Case of the Careless Victim,' and follow along with the twists and turns of a classic Agatha Christie murder mystery on Kansas City Actors Radio Theatre!
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2020
This week on Kansas City Actors Radio Theatre, a man is found dead, alone and barricaded in his room, in the first American adventure of Agatha Christie's famous detective, Hercule Poirot. Tune in for Agatha Christie's 'The Case of the Careless Victim,' and follow along with the twists and turns of a classic Agatha Christie murder mystery on Kansas City Actors Radio Theatre!
Union Station Unveils New Permanent Exhibit RPO: THE ROMANCE OF MAIL AND RAIL
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2020
This morning at 10 a.m., Union Station and GEHA officials cut the ribbon to open a fascinating new exhibit and tribute to the American postal pioneers of the Railway Mail Service (RMS) and Railway Post Office (RPO). This new addition to Union Station's permanent exhibition space, “Union Station Stories,” is being presented and made possible by Government Employees Health Association (GEHA), whose founding in 1937 was by a small group of local RPO employees.
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2020
This morning at 10 a.m., Union Station and GEHA officials cut the ribbon to open a fascinating new exhibit and tribute to the American postal pioneers of the Railway Mail Service (RMS) and Railway Post Office (RPO). This new addition to Union Station's permanent exhibition space, “Union Station Stories,” is being presented and made possible by Government Employees Health Association (GEHA), whose founding in 1937 was by a small group of local RPO employees.
KCRep Presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2020
Celebrate 40 years of holiday magic with KCRep and a new, streaming version of Kansas City's favorite holiday tradition! Our A Christmas Carol digital stream is not a filmed version of our traditional production, but rather a brand-new experience created just for this moment.
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2020
Celebrate 40 years of holiday magic with KCRep and a new, streaming version of Kansas City's favorite holiday tradition! Our A Christmas Carol digital stream is not a filmed version of our traditional production, but rather a brand-new experience created just for this moment.
BWW Review: VIRTUAL STREAMING OF DEATH OF A DRIVER PRODUCED BY THE UNICORN THEATRE at The Unicorn Theatre
by Steve Wilson - November 16, 2020
The Unicorn Theatre is currently streaming a virtual theatre production of Will Snider’s play DEATH OF A DRIVER. The feature is available through November 29 and when ordered through the box office the purchaser has 48 hours to view the production. The Associate Artistic Director for The Unicorn, Ian R. Crawford, directs this production as The Unicorn continues to invest resources in an attempt to keep artists working through the pandemic.
by Steve Wilson - November 16, 2020
The Unicorn Theatre is currently streaming a virtual theatre production of Will Snider’s play DEATH OF A DRIVER. The feature is available through November 29 and when ordered through the box office the purchaser has 48 hours to view the production. The Associate Artistic Director for The Unicorn, Ian R. Crawford, directs this production as The Unicorn continues to invest resources in an attempt to keep artists working through the pandemic.
BWW Blog: Your New Christmas Anthem, Courtesy of John Mulaney
by Student Blogger: Holden Childress - November 13, 2020
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, meaning it’s basically Christmas. Time to hang up the decorations and crank the stereo to 11 as we listen to our favorite Christmas songs.
by Student Blogger: Holden Childress - November 13, 2020
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, meaning it’s basically Christmas. Time to hang up the decorations and crank the stereo to 11 as we listen to our favorite Christmas songs.
UCM Theatre and Dance Presents NIGHT OF NOIR Studio Theatre One-Acts
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2020
The University of Central Missouri will present a “Night of Noir” Studio Theatre One-Acts streamed on YouTube with performances set for Friday and Saturday, Nov. 13-14.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2020
The University of Central Missouri will present a “Night of Noir” Studio Theatre One-Acts streamed on YouTube with performances set for Friday and Saturday, Nov. 13-14.
Voting Now Open For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2020
Voting is now open for the BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade! Our local editors have set the categories, our readers have submitted nominees, and now YOU get to vote for your favorites! Nominees include Kansas City Rep, Music Theatre Kansas City and more!
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2020
Voting is now open for the BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade! Our local editors have set the categories, our readers have submitted nominees, and now YOU get to vote for your favorites! Nominees include Kansas City Rep, Music Theatre Kansas City and more!
THE SNOWY DAY Will Be Performed Live at The Coterie and Streaming Online
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2020
This holiday season, The Coterie presents Mesner Puppet Theater's production of The Snowy Day and other stories by Ezra Jack Keats, an all masked, socially distanced, live show running at The Coterie Theatre with an online streaming option available for those who are unable to attend in person.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2020
This holiday season, The Coterie presents Mesner Puppet Theater's production of The Snowy Day and other stories by Ezra Jack Keats, an all masked, socially distanced, live show running at The Coterie Theatre with an online streaming option available for those who are unable to attend in person.
American Public Square At Jewell's Student Program Panel Explores Cancel Culture
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2020
We're living in an age of the 24-hour social media news cycle and a challenge to escape it. Subsequently, welcome to what's been coined as 'cancel culture'- defined a social climate in which a person or organization is likely to be ostracized in response to a perceived wrongdoing. Don't like what a public figure says or is doing? Just cancel them!
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2020
We're living in an age of the 24-hour social media news cycle and a challenge to escape it. Subsequently, welcome to what's been coined as 'cancel culture'- defined a social climate in which a person or organization is likely to be ostracized in response to a perceived wrongdoing. Don't like what a public figure says or is doing? Just cancel them!
26-Foot-Tall T-Rex To Prepare for Union Station's Home for the Holidays Season
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2020
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! As Union Station continues to decorate for the holiday season with more trees, more lights, and special sights all around –guest favorite 26-foot-tall T-Rex has not been forgotten! Beginning tomorrow (November 12) at 2 PM, the outdoor T-Rex is getting a festive Santa Claus hat and warm wool mittens!
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2020
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! As Union Station continues to decorate for the holiday season with more trees, more lights, and special sights all around –guest favorite 26-foot-tall T-Rex has not been forgotten! Beginning tomorrow (November 12) at 2 PM, the outdoor T-Rex is getting a festive Santa Claus hat and warm wool mittens!
Park ICM Presents Pianist Kenny Broberg in A Free Livestream Concert
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2020
Kenny Broberg, Tchaikovsky Piano Competition medalist, will perform a free livestream concert in Kansas City December 9, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2020
Kenny Broberg, Tchaikovsky Piano Competition medalist, will perform a free livestream concert in Kansas City December 9, 2020.
BWW Review: BROADWAY'S PRINCE at MTH At Crown Center
by Alan Portner - November 06, 2020
MTH’s new virtual Musical Monday “Broadway’s Prince” is a delightful decompression from the all-consuming political drama that engulfs the country. “Broadway’s Prince” is a remembrance of the late, great, Broadway producer and Director Hal Prince. This production is a compendium of sixteen musical numbers from a selection of Prince’s shows sung by some really excellent, locally-based performers.
by Alan Portner - November 06, 2020
MTH’s new virtual Musical Monday “Broadway’s Prince” is a delightful decompression from the all-consuming political drama that engulfs the country. “Broadway’s Prince” is a remembrance of the late, great, Broadway producer and Director Hal Prince. This production is a compendium of sixteen musical numbers from a selection of Prince’s shows sung by some really excellent, locally-based performers.
Tensions Rise And A Shocking Revalation On Kansas City Actors Radio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2020
This week on 'Kansas City: 1924 - The Way Forward,' tensions continue to rise between the mob and the cattlemen as the songstress Rose learns the shocking truth about her brother's rush to leave town. Meanwhile, Vincent's role becomes clearer... in a way.
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2020
This week on 'Kansas City: 1924 - The Way Forward,' tensions continue to rise between the mob and the cattlemen as the songstress Rose learns the shocking truth about her brother's rush to leave town. Meanwhile, Vincent's role becomes clearer... in a way.
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