A CROONER CHRISTMAS Returns to MTH
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2019
The award winning Crooner, Les Lankhorst, brings his hit Christmas Show A Crooner Christmas back to MTH next week! Lankhorst has made a career of personifying Frank Sinatra on stages all over the world. Now he brings that voice and swagger back to MTH, along with his Swingin' Band, for three nights of Classic holiday favorites and Swinging Standards. A Crooner Christmas also features and on-stage swingin' small, big band and the formidable talents of long time Kansas City composer/producer Walter Bryant on Piano. Les has been called a?oethe next best thing to Sinatra!a?? Don't miss this family friendly intimate and swingin' toast to the Season!
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2019
The award winning Crooner, Les Lankhorst, brings his hit Christmas Show A Crooner Christmas back to MTH next week! Lankhorst has made a career of personifying Frank Sinatra on stages all over the world. Now he brings that voice and swagger back to MTH, along with his Swingin' Band, for three nights of Classic holiday favorites and Swinging Standards. A Crooner Christmas also features and on-stage swingin' small, big band and the formidable talents of long time Kansas City composer/producer Walter Bryant on Piano. Les has been called a?oethe next best thing to Sinatra!a?? Don't miss this family friendly intimate and swingin' toast to the Season!
BWW Review: A SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS SHOW Opens at Musical Theatre Heritage in Kansas City
by Steve Wilson - December 08, 2019
Dear Santa, for Christmas please bring me another ticket to Musical Theater Heritage's Christmas show, A SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS SHOW, what a marvelous way to get into the holiday season. As one theater-goer said, a?oeif this doesn't get you in the Christmas spirit I don't know what willa??. A SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS SHOW opened Saturday, December 7 at the Musical Theater Heritage Theater located in Crown Center in Kansas City.
by Steve Wilson - December 08, 2019
Dear Santa, for Christmas please bring me another ticket to Musical Theater Heritage's Christmas show, A SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS SHOW, what a marvelous way to get into the holiday season. As one theater-goer said, a?oeif this doesn't get you in the Christmas spirit I don't know what willa??. A SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS SHOW opened Saturday, December 7 at the Musical Theater Heritage Theater located in Crown Center in Kansas City.
BWW Review: ON THE VERGE OR THE GEOGRAPHY OF YEARNING at Forge Repertory Theatre
by Alan Portner - December 07, 2019
December 6, 2019 marks the inaugural presentation of Kansas City's new Forge Repertory Theatre. The first production is TV writer Eric Overmyer's 1985 comic fantasy “On The Verge or The Geography of Yearning” performed at the Black Box Theatre in the West Bottoms area of Kansas City.
by Alan Portner - December 07, 2019
December 6, 2019 marks the inaugural presentation of Kansas City's new Forge Repertory Theatre. The first production is TV writer Eric Overmyer's 1985 comic fantasy “On The Verge or The Geography of Yearning” performed at the Black Box Theatre in the West Bottoms area of Kansas City.
BWW Review: The Nutcracker - Kansas City Ballet
by Alan Portner - December 06, 2019
Kansas City Ballet's annual production of Tchaikovsky's a?oeNutcrackera?? remains a first class interpretation of this classic holiday work. This a?oeNutcrackera?? with its lush and extravagant technical accoutrements has been performed to super reviews. This year it returns for a three week run at the Kauffman Center through Christmas Eve. As a theatrical enterprise, this 'Nutcracker' is unlikely to be surpassed by any other production of this beloved work.
by Alan Portner - December 06, 2019
Kansas City Ballet's annual production of Tchaikovsky's a?oeNutcrackera?? remains a first class interpretation of this classic holiday work. This a?oeNutcrackera?? with its lush and extravagant technical accoutrements has been performed to super reviews. This year it returns for a three week run at the Kauffman Center through Christmas Eve. As a theatrical enterprise, this 'Nutcracker' is unlikely to be surpassed by any other production of this beloved work.
KCAT Announces Cast And Crew For NIGHT, MOTHER
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2019
Kansas City Actors Theatre has completed casting and will soon begin rehearsals for its production of Marsha Norman's Pulitzer Prize-winning a?oe'night, Mother,a?? which will run from January 8th to January 26th, 2020 at the City Stage in Union Station. The production will be directed by Sidonie Garrett, who last directed a?oeA Streetcar Named Desirea?? for Kansas City Actors Theatre in 2016. The production will feature Jan Rogge (a?oeA Lie of the Mind,a?? a?oeMy Old Ladya??) and Cinnamon Schultz (a?oeA Streetcar Named Desire,a?? a?oeSea Marksa??) and will feature scenic design by Ken Martin, costume design by Mary Traylor, lighting design by Shane Rowse, sound design by David Kiehl, properties design by Deb Morgan, and technical direction by Kyle Dyck.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2019
Kansas City Actors Theatre has completed casting and will soon begin rehearsals for its production of Marsha Norman's Pulitzer Prize-winning a?oe'night, Mother,a?? which will run from January 8th to January 26th, 2020 at the City Stage in Union Station. The production will be directed by Sidonie Garrett, who last directed a?oeA Streetcar Named Desirea?? for Kansas City Actors Theatre in 2016. The production will feature Jan Rogge (a?oeA Lie of the Mind,a?? a?oeMy Old Ladya??) and Cinnamon Schultz (a?oeA Streetcar Named Desire,a?? a?oeSea Marksa??) and will feature scenic design by Ken Martin, costume design by Mary Traylor, lighting design by Shane Rowse, sound design by David Kiehl, properties design by Deb Morgan, and technical direction by Kyle Dyck.
Jewish Family Services Has Lots Going On In December
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
First there were a?oebarka?? mitzvah celebrations. Then pet Shabbats, and now: the first Pooch Palooza Fashion Show and Benefit ushering in the holiday of Hanukkah!
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
First there were a?oebarka?? mitzvah celebrations. Then pet Shabbats, and now: the first Pooch Palooza Fashion Show and Benefit ushering in the holiday of Hanukkah!
Hanukkah Holiday Project Needs Volunteers To Make Festival Bright
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
Through Jewish Family Services' annual Hanukkah Holiday Project, more than 300 individuals will receive gifts and gift cards during the Festival of Lights. This year Hanukkah begins at sundown Sunday, Dec. 22.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
Through Jewish Family Services' annual Hanukkah Holiday Project, more than 300 individuals will receive gifts and gift cards during the Festival of Lights. This year Hanukkah begins at sundown Sunday, Dec. 22.
Gift Cards Sought For 2019 Hanukkah Holiday Project
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
Help bring smiles to more than 300 families and individuals through Jewish Family Services' annual Hanukkah Holiday Project!
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2019
Help bring smiles to more than 300 families and individuals through Jewish Family Services' annual Hanukkah Holiday Project!
BWW Feature: INNOVATIVE VISION FUELS KC PROFESSIONAL THEATER COMPANY
by Alan Portner - December 03, 2019
What is it that goes into the process of making art? That is the question that the five founding members of the Forge Repertory Theatre hope to answer with their re-invented approach to funding and transparency as a professional startup project here in Kansas City.
by Alan Portner - December 03, 2019
What is it that goes into the process of making art? That is the question that the five founding members of the Forge Repertory Theatre hope to answer with their re-invented approach to funding and transparency as a professional startup project here in Kansas City.
3 Christmas Shows Are Coming to Crown Center
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
Christmastime is here! Crown Center is such an amazing destination for the holidays. Have a look at our 3 Christmas shows playing this month and make plans to come see them at Crown Center!
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2019
Christmastime is here! Crown Center is such an amazing destination for the holidays. Have a look at our 3 Christmas shows playing this month and make plans to come see them at Crown Center!
December 2nd Update - Current Standings for the BWW Kansas City Awards!
by BWW - December 02, 2019
It's December! Voting is now underway for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized. Check out the first set of stats below.
by BWW - December 02, 2019
It's December! Voting is now underway for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized. Check out the first set of stats below.
A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Comes to the Johnson County Arts & Heritage Center
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2019
Prior Productions, a professional company based in Johnson County, has announced its cast and crew for their upcoming production of A Streetcar Named Desire, the Pulitzer prize-winning play by Tennessee Williams.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2019
Prior Productions, a professional company based in Johnson County, has announced its cast and crew for their upcoming production of A Streetcar Named Desire, the Pulitzer prize-winning play by Tennessee Williams.
BWW Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at the Spencer Theatre is A Wonderful Gift For the Whole Family
by Steve Wilson - December 01, 2019
a?oePhenomenala?? is how one theatergoer, Elaine Jacobs, described the opening night of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, now a Kansas City tradition in its 39th year. Presented by the Kansas City Repertory Theatre the Charles Dickens classic opened Saturday, November 30 at the Spencer Theatre on the University of Missouri at Kansas City campus and runs through December 29.
by Steve Wilson - December 01, 2019
a?oePhenomenala?? is how one theatergoer, Elaine Jacobs, described the opening night of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, now a Kansas City tradition in its 39th year. Presented by the Kansas City Repertory Theatre the Charles Dickens classic opened Saturday, November 30 at the Spencer Theatre on the University of Missouri at Kansas City campus and runs through December 29.
BWW Review: POTTED POTTER, A Parody of Harry Potter, Now Showing at the Folly Theater in Kansas City
by Steve Wilson - November 30, 2019
The magic of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter comes to life at the Folly Theatre in POTTED POTTER THE UNAUTHORIZED HARRY EXPERIENCE, now playing through December 1st. This hilarious parody covers all seven of the best-selling Harry Potter fantasy series in just 70 side-splitting minutes.
by Steve Wilson - November 30, 2019
The magic of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter comes to life at the Folly Theatre in POTTED POTTER THE UNAUTHORIZED HARRY EXPERIENCE, now playing through December 1st. This hilarious parody covers all seven of the best-selling Harry Potter fantasy series in just 70 side-splitting minutes.
The Jewish Community Center Presents Rodgers And Hammerstein's A Grand Night For Singing
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2019
Rodgers and Hammerstein made beautiful music together, often receiving credit for reinventing the American musical. As a composing-lyricist team, Rodgers and Hammerstein created such musical masterpieces as OKLAHOMA, THE KING AND I, CAROUSEL, SOUTH PACIFIC and THE SOUND OF MUSIC, winning numerous Tony and Oscar awards.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2019
Rodgers and Hammerstein made beautiful music together, often receiving credit for reinventing the American musical. As a composing-lyricist team, Rodgers and Hammerstein created such musical masterpieces as OKLAHOMA, THE KING AND I, CAROUSEL, SOUTH PACIFIC and THE SOUND OF MUSIC, winning numerous Tony and Oscar awards.
Jewish Family Services Announces Programs and Activities for December and January
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2019
Through Jewish Family Services' annual Hanukkah Holiday Project, more than 300 individuals will receive gifts and gift cards during the Festival of Lights. This year Hanukkah begins at sundown Sunday, Dec. 22.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2019
Through Jewish Family Services' annual Hanukkah Holiday Project, more than 300 individuals will receive gifts and gift cards during the Festival of Lights. This year Hanukkah begins at sundown Sunday, Dec. 22.
Photo Flash: First Look At The Cast of ELF THE MUSICAL At Music Theatre Kansas City
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
Music Theatre Kansas City (MTKC) is well known around town for offering steady, top-quality musicals performed by the city's best youth talent. In 2016, MTKC introduced its first paid-professional production with The Last Five Years and the start of the longtime local theater company's expansion into professional-level performances. Since then, they presented a sell-out production of Avenue Q as the Kansas City professional premiere, the newest revival version of Pippin as well two Christmas musicals, A Wonderful Life and the regional premiere of All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2019
Music Theatre Kansas City (MTKC) is well known around town for offering steady, top-quality musicals performed by the city's best youth talent. In 2016, MTKC introduced its first paid-professional production with The Last Five Years and the start of the longtime local theater company's expansion into professional-level performances. Since then, they presented a sell-out production of Avenue Q as the Kansas City professional premiere, the newest revival version of Pippin as well two Christmas musicals, A Wonderful Life and the regional premiere of All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914.
Dixie Longate Returns To Starlight Indoors!
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2019
Dixie's Tupperware Party, the hilarious and heartfelt show starring the fast- talking, gum-chewing, ginger-haired Alabama gal Dixie Longate, returns to Starlight Indoors by popular demand for the first time since 2016. Dixie herself was back in KC in early 2018 with Dixie's Never Wear a Tube Top While Riding a Mechanical Bull, where she shared more of her antics with Starlight audiences.
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2019
Dixie's Tupperware Party, the hilarious and heartfelt show starring the fast- talking, gum-chewing, ginger-haired Alabama gal Dixie Longate, returns to Starlight Indoors by popular demand for the first time since 2016. Dixie herself was back in KC in early 2018 with Dixie's Never Wear a Tube Top While Riding a Mechanical Bull, where she shared more of her antics with Starlight audiences.
First Standings - Voting Opens for the BWW Kansas City Awards!
by BWW - November 25, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
by BWW - November 25, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
Voting Now Open For The 2019 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards, Presented by TodayTix!
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2019
Voting is NOW OPEN for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!
THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER Announced At Theatre For Young America
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
The Christmas season gets off to an uproarious start with Theatre for Young America's production of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The show runs from November 23rd through December 28th, 2019 at City Stage in Union Station Kansas City. Union Station is located at 30 W. Pershing Road in Kansas City, Missouri.
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2019
The Christmas season gets off to an uproarious start with Theatre for Young America's production of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The show runs from November 23rd through December 28th, 2019 at City Stage in Union Station Kansas City. Union Station is located at 30 W. Pershing Road in Kansas City, Missouri.
BWW Review: VICTOR/ VICTORIA at Barn Players
by Alan Portner - November 18, 2019
The Barn Players Community Theater, now located at the Arts Asylum, finishes up their 2019 main stage schedule with a good production of Blake Edwards'Victor/Victoria based on the 1982 smash hit film of the same name. Victoria complains that she is disadvantaged as a performer because she is a woman. This amuses Toddy and hatches the germ of an idea. Instead of presenting Victoria as pretty young soprano of excellent ability, he will present her as Victor, a Polish nobleman and the world's greatest female impersonator. The ruse succeeds and Victor becomes a star with Toddy as her producer.
by Alan Portner - November 18, 2019
The Barn Players Community Theater, now located at the Arts Asylum, finishes up their 2019 main stage schedule with a good production of Blake Edwards'Victor/Victoria based on the 1982 smash hit film of the same name. Victoria complains that she is disadvantaged as a performer because she is a woman. This amuses Toddy and hatches the germ of an idea. Instead of presenting Victoria as pretty young soprano of excellent ability, he will present her as Victor, a Polish nobleman and the world's greatest female impersonator. The ruse succeeds and Victor becomes a star with Toddy as her producer.
The Gatlin Brothers to Perform at the Kauffman Center
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 18, 2019
Today, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced an additional performance in the 2019-2020 Kauffman Center Presents series a?" Larry, Steve & Rudy: The Gatlin Brothers.
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 18, 2019
Today, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced an additional performance in the 2019-2020 Kauffman Center Presents series a?" Larry, Steve & Rudy: The Gatlin Brothers.
Lyric Opera Of KC Announces 2020 Exploration Series
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
General Director and CEO Deborah Sandler today announced that an innovative new work celebrating the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, and a cabaret-style favorite that returns by popular demand comprise the 2020 Explorations series. The series leads audiences on a delightful journey of musical discovery through eclectic works performed in Lyric Opera's Michael and Ginger Frost Production Arts Building in the Crossroads District.
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2019
General Director and CEO Deborah Sandler today announced that an innovative new work celebrating the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, and a cabaret-style favorite that returns by popular demand comprise the 2020 Explorations series. The series leads audiences on a delightful journey of musical discovery through eclectic works performed in Lyric Opera's Michael and Ginger Frost Production Arts Building in the Crossroads District.
The Barn Players Present the 6 X 10 Minute Play Fest
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
Exciting, provocative new work will soon be premiered at Kansas City's Community Theater! You have three convenient opportunities to attend THE BARN PLAYERS 12TH ANNUAL 6 X 10 MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL, Friday, December 6th through Sunday, December 8th, 2019 at the Arts Asylum, 9th & Harrison, Kansas City, MO 64106.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2019
Exciting, provocative new work will soon be premiered at Kansas City's Community Theater! You have three convenient opportunities to attend THE BARN PLAYERS 12TH ANNUAL 6 X 10 MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL, Friday, December 6th through Sunday, December 8th, 2019 at the Arts Asylum, 9th & Harrison, Kansas City, MO 64106.
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