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August Events Announced at National WWI Museum and Memorial
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2020
Outdoor events allowing for social distancing, the debut of a new exhibition about the women's suffrage movement and a series of engaging online presentations are among the August offerings from the National WWI Museum and Memorial.
Park ICM Concert STANISLAV & FRIENDS Now to be Held at Boulevard Drive-In September 17
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2020
Stanislav Ioudentich, Founder and Artistic Director of Park International Center for Music, announced today that the organization's opening concert would indeed take place, albeit revamped. Stanislav & Friends will now take place at the Boulevard Drive-In (1051 Merriam Lane, Kansas City, KS). Gate opens at 6:00 p.m. Tickets start at $50 for two patrons in one car and can be purchased at Park ICM 2020 Gala Drive In.
New Exhibition Commemorating The Centennial Of The 19th Amendment Opens At National WWI Museum and Memorial
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2020
The National WWI Museum and Memorial commemorates the centennial of the 19th Amendment, prohibiting the denial of voting rights on account of gender, with a new exhibition dedicated to telling the story of the women's suffrage movement.
The Coterie to Present A KIDS PLAY ABOUT RACISM
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2020
The Coterie Theatre, joining a groundbreaking collaboration among 37 Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) across the United States, led by the lead producing team of Bay Area Children's Theatre, Seattle Children's Theatre, and Alliance Theatre in Atlanta, will present  the virtual premiere of A Kids Play About Racism, a theatrical adaptation of Jelani Memory's A Kids Book About Racism.
VIDEO: Starlight Theatre Partners With Community Blood Center to Host a Blood Drive
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2020
On July 16, Starlight Theatre partnered with Community Blood Center to host a blood drive.
Starlight Partners With CBC to Host Blood Drive
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2020
As regions have reopened and hospitals have resumed elective surgeries, Community Blood Center (CBC) has issued an urgent call for healthy blood donors. The need for blood has rebounded to pre-COVID-19 levels, but the blood supply is dangerously low.
Kansas City Automotive Museum & National WWI Museum and Memorial Present THE GREAT CAR SHOW
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2020
The Kansas City Automotive Museum and the National WWI Museum and Memorial will host The Great Car Show on Sunday, July 19 from 10 a.m. ­- 3 p.m.
Become a Jazz Series Ticket Holder at The Folly Theater
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2020
If you're a Folly Jazz fan, today is your day! You can now become a season ticket holder to the Folly Jazz Series. New Series Season Tickets are now available with packages as low as $64.
Hickok Appointed Executive Director Of Park University's International Center For Music
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2020
Park University has appointed Lisa Hickok as the executive director of its International Center for Music. Hickok began her role on July 13.
Starlight Partners With CBC To Host Urgent Blood Drive
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2020
As regions have reopened and hospitals have resumed elective surgeries, Community Blood Center (CBC) has issued an urgent call for healthy blood donors.
Local Artists Featured In Virtual Art Show Benefiting Jewish Family Services
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2020
Jewish Family Services is all about making connections to help people meet life's challenges. 
Kansas City Ballet, Kansas City Symphony, Lyric Opera of Kansas City and Harriman-Jewell Series Announce Revised 2020-21 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2020
To address building occupancy restrictions and social distancing guidelines, the Kansas City Ballet, Kansas City Symphony, Lyric Opera of Kansas City, and Harriman-Jewell Series conclude it is not possible to perform and today announce postponement or cancellation of their on-stage programming at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts through December 31, 2020.
Kansas City Ballet, Kansas City Symphony, Lyric Opera of Kansas City & Harriman-Jewell Series Announce Revised 20/21 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2020
To address building occupancy restrictions and social distancing guidelines, the Kansas City Ballet, Kansas City Symphony, Lyric Opera of Kansas City, and Harriman-Jewell Series conclude it is not possible to perform and today announce postponement or cancellation of their on-stage programming at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.
BWW Blog: Let's Talk About Children's Theatre
by Student Blogger: Holden Childress - July 07, 2020
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MTH Theater at Crown Center Reinvents Summer Program to be Distributed Virtually
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2020
MTH Theater at Crown Center has made the bold decision to re-invent its entire summer camp program to be distributed virtually. Wanting to make sure its summer curriculum was designed specifically for this moment, programming has been re-invented specifically for digital engagement.
KCUR at UMKC Creates Second Radio Station to Provide 24/7 Classical Service
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2020
At a time when we most need it, classical radio has returned to Kansas City. 91.9 Classical KC began broadcasting June 30 and is now operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Jewish Film Festival Goes Virtual With Exciting Lineup August 2-19
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2020
The White Theatre at The Jewish Community Center (The J) will present the Kansas City Jewish Film Festival virtually for the first time ever. That means you can enjoy this entertaining three-week festival (Aug. 2-19) right from your own home! See 12-award-winning films and enjoy the flexibility of watching the films at any time within each film's 48-hour window.  These unique stories come from all over the world and feature Jewish filmmakers, directors, actors and stories.
The Gillioz Theatre and the Springfield Little Theatre Reopen With Social Distancing Protocols
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2020
Two theatres in Springfield, The Gillioz Theatre and the Springfield Little Theatre, are reopening with social distancing guidelines in place.
Theatre in the Park Announces Update for MAMMA MIA! and Announces MOVIES IN THE PARK
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2020
Read an important message from Theatre in the Park regarding their summer programming:
Starlight Theatre Postpones All Shows in 2020
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2020
Starlight Theatre has postponed all shows in 2020.
National WWI Museum and Memorial Announces $125,000 Gift From National Endowment For The Humanities
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2020
The National WWI Museum and Memorial announced a grant for $125,000 from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) to digitize and transcribe letters, diaries and journals from soldiers and family members originated from World War I.
Starlight Stage to Remain Empty This Summer
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2020
For the first time since the historic institution's inception in 1950, Starlight's beloved stage will remain empty with no Broadway or concert offerings under the stars in its 2020 summer season. This includes Starlight's previously announced all-Kansas City production of Godspell, August 19-25.
Nixa Junior High Theatre Presents SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! JR.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2020
According to Ozarks Independent, Nixa Junior High Theatre is presenting Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr. on Thursday, July 2 at 7 p.m. in the Junior High auditorium.
Starlight Announces Virtual Blue Star Awards Ceremony
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2020
Starlight has announced that, for the first time in the program's 18-year history, the Blue Star Awards ceremony will become a virtual event and premiere live on Starlight's Facebook page.
Epic Dinosaur Exhibit Set To Open For Great Summer Escape
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2020
Today, Union Station officials announced the July 3rd opening of their next, much-anticipated exhibition, Dinosaur Road Trip, which will fill their expansive Bank of America Gallery and delight visitors of every age.

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