CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Comes to Spencer Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2019
Kansas City Repertory Theatre kicks off the season with a much-beloved classic; Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece packs all the power today as when it premiered in 1955. The story of a?oeMaggie the Cat,a?? her tormented husband Brick, and their night at patriarch Big Daddy's birthday party remains a powerful study of character, conflict, and suspense.
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2019
Kansas City Repertory Theatre kicks off the season with a much-beloved classic; Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece packs all the power today as when it premiered in 1955. The story of a?oeMaggie the Cat,a?? her tormented husband Brick, and their night at patriarch Big Daddy's birthday party remains a powerful study of character, conflict, and suspense.
Starlight Indoors Announces 2019-20 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2019
Fall is right around the corner and, as the weather cools off, the stage heats up with the fifth season of Starlight Indoors! It's bound to be another hilariously entertaining year with a lineup of fantastic off-Broadway productions in Starlight's climate controlled, indoor theatre. Tickets are on sale now to all of the hilarious hit shows in the 2019-20 Missouri Lottery Indoors Series at Starlight:
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2019
Fall is right around the corner and, as the weather cools off, the stage heats up with the fifth season of Starlight Indoors! It's bound to be another hilariously entertaining year with a lineup of fantastic off-Broadway productions in Starlight's climate controlled, indoor theatre. Tickets are on sale now to all of the hilarious hit shows in the 2019-20 Missouri Lottery Indoors Series at Starlight:
Kansas City Symphony Extends Musicians' Contract Through 2023
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2019
The Kansas City Symphony and its musicians have reached an early extension of their collective bargaining agreement.
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2019
The Kansas City Symphony and its musicians have reached an early extension of their collective bargaining agreement.
THE WIZARD OF OZ Closes 50th Anniversary Season At Theatre In The Park
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2019
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Theatre in the Park as it celebrates the final production of its 50th OUTDOOR season with the classic musical THE WIZARD OF OZ!
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2019
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Theatre in the Park as it celebrates the final production of its 50th OUTDOOR season with the classic musical THE WIZARD OF OZ!
Astra Theatre Company Announces Cast For THE GLASS MENAGERIE
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2019
Astra Theatre Company has announced the cast for their production of The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams. The cast includes Kathy Breeden as Amanda Wingfield, Colin Fewell as Tom Wingfield, Bree Patterson as Laura Wingfield and Josh LeBrun as Jim. The Glass Menagerie will serve as Astra Theatre Company's inaugural production and will open Friday, September 27th at the Living Room Theatre in Kansas City.
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2019
Astra Theatre Company has announced the cast for their production of The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams. The cast includes Kathy Breeden as Amanda Wingfield, Colin Fewell as Tom Wingfield, Bree Patterson as Laura Wingfield and Josh LeBrun as Jim. The Glass Menagerie will serve as Astra Theatre Company's inaugural production and will open Friday, September 27th at the Living Room Theatre in Kansas City.
Kauffman Center Announces New Media Resources
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2019
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts recently launched its 2019-2020 Kauffman Center Presents series. This year's diverse lineup includes internationally acclaimed musicians, speakers and artists performing in both Muriel Kauffman Theatre and Helzberg Hall. Members of the media now have access to the Kauffman Center's 2019-2020 artist photo album. The album includes media photos of artists and performers for the 2019-2020 season and will be updated as new performers are confirmed throughout the season.
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2019
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts recently launched its 2019-2020 Kauffman Center Presents series. This year's diverse lineup includes internationally acclaimed musicians, speakers and artists performing in both Muriel Kauffman Theatre and Helzberg Hall. Members of the media now have access to the Kauffman Center's 2019-2020 artist photo album. The album includes media photos of artists and performers for the 2019-2020 season and will be updated as new performers are confirmed throughout the season.
Touch-A-Truck Hosted By Overland Park Convention Center To Salute Troops And Benefit Toys For Tots
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2019
Kids of all ages can sit, stand and get behind the wheels of over 40 giant trucks and large vehicles at the 2019 Touch-a-Truck event hosted by the Overland Park Convention Center, Sunday, Aug. 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Entry is FREE with a minimum donation of a new, unwrapped toy or cash offering for Toys for Tots.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2019
Kids of all ages can sit, stand and get behind the wheels of over 40 giant trucks and large vehicles at the 2019 Touch-a-Truck event hosted by the Overland Park Convention Center, Sunday, Aug. 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Entry is FREE with a minimum donation of a new, unwrapped toy or cash offering for Toys for Tots.
Indigo Girls Come to The Kauffman Center
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2019
The successful folk duo Indigo Girls are coming to the Kauffman Center on Tuesday, November 19 at 7:30 p.m., as part of the 2019-2020 Kauffman Center Presents series.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2019
The successful folk duo Indigo Girls are coming to the Kauffman Center on Tuesday, November 19 at 7:30 p.m., as part of the 2019-2020 Kauffman Center Presents series.
A BRONX TALE Makes Its Kansas City Premiere At Starlight
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2019
The hit musical that critics have described as "Jersey Boys meets West Side Story," and "An entertaining, heartwarming, high-powered crowd-pleaser," (amNewYork), A Bronx Tale is headed to Kansas City as part of the 2019 AdventHealth Broadway Series. Featuring a book by Academy Award nominee Chazz Palminteri, music by Oscar, Grammy, and Tony Award winner Alan Menken, lyrics by Grammy Award winner and Oscar and Tony Award nominee Glenn Slater, and direction by two-time Oscar winner Robert De Niro and four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks, with choreography by Tony Award winner Sergio Trujillo, A Bronx Tale will play under the stars at Starlight Theatre July 30-August 4.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2019
The hit musical that critics have described as "Jersey Boys meets West Side Story," and "An entertaining, heartwarming, high-powered crowd-pleaser," (amNewYork), A Bronx Tale is headed to Kansas City as part of the 2019 AdventHealth Broadway Series. Featuring a book by Academy Award nominee Chazz Palminteri, music by Oscar, Grammy, and Tony Award winner Alan Menken, lyrics by Grammy Award winner and Oscar and Tony Award nominee Glenn Slater, and direction by two-time Oscar winner Robert De Niro and four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks, with choreography by Tony Award winner Sergio Trujillo, A Bronx Tale will play under the stars at Starlight Theatre July 30-August 4.
KC DANCE DAY Announced At The Todd Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2019
Kansas City Ballet will kick-off its 62nd season with the 9th Annual KC Dance Day at the Todd Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity (500 W. Pershing, Kansas City, MO 64108) on Saturday, Aug. 24th from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The entire day will feature FREE dance performances, classes, demonstrations and FUN for the whole family. In addition, attendees may relax under a tent with food and beverages on sale from Two Guys and a Grill.
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2019
Kansas City Ballet will kick-off its 62nd season with the 9th Annual KC Dance Day at the Todd Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity (500 W. Pershing, Kansas City, MO 64108) on Saturday, Aug. 24th from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The entire day will feature FREE dance performances, classes, demonstrations and FUN for the whole family. In addition, attendees may relax under a tent with food and beverages on sale from Two Guys and a Grill.
Tony Sloan's IN JUST MY UNDERWEAR to Premiere With KC Fringe
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2019
The human body is an amazing thing. However, sometimes we don't always view it as such. Kansas City Theatre Artist, Tony Sloan is a 23 year old, 6'5 man and at one point of his life he weighed 330 lbs. Currently weighing in around 220 (depending on how bloated he is) - You might think Tony would make a great Before & After picture. However, what if the journey from 'Before' to 'After' isn't always so glamorous?
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2019
The human body is an amazing thing. However, sometimes we don't always view it as such. Kansas City Theatre Artist, Tony Sloan is a 23 year old, 6'5 man and at one point of his life he weighed 330 lbs. Currently weighing in around 220 (depending on how bloated he is) - You might think Tony would make a great Before & After picture. However, what if the journey from 'Before' to 'After' isn't always so glamorous?
Update Announced For Sky Sculpture At Union Station
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2019
Kansas City's tremendous interest in and significant turnout to experience Union Station's temporary outdoor art installation -- Reflecting Motion -- has been nothing short of amazing. An estimated 100,000 guests, between May 18th and July 9th, turned out in person to witness its breathtaking beauty and celebrate this one-of-a-kind sky sculpture floating above the Station's massive green space. Hundreds of thousands more enjoyed its spectacle via extended and extensive news coverage, special documentaries and social media sharing.
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2019
Kansas City's tremendous interest in and significant turnout to experience Union Station's temporary outdoor art installation -- Reflecting Motion -- has been nothing short of amazing. An estimated 100,000 guests, between May 18th and July 9th, turned out in person to witness its breathtaking beauty and celebrate this one-of-a-kind sky sculpture floating above the Station's massive green space. Hundreds of thousands more enjoyed its spectacle via extended and extensive news coverage, special documentaries and social media sharing.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL Premieres At Theatre In The Park This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2019
Meet Matilda, an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination, a sharp mind...and a little naughtiness, dares to take a stand against the bullies of the world thereby changing her own destiny. Based on the universally cherished 1988 Roald Dahl novel Matilda The Musical is a witty, whimsical tale about growing up, standing up, and the true meaning of family. MATILDA the MUSICAL weaves together inventive song and dance numbers, pranks (usually at the expense of Matilda's father), and life lessons that will warm every heart in the audience. Originally produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company MATILDA the MUSICAL, with book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, has won 47 international awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages around the world.
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2019
Meet Matilda, an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination, a sharp mind...and a little naughtiness, dares to take a stand against the bullies of the world thereby changing her own destiny. Based on the universally cherished 1988 Roald Dahl novel Matilda The Musical is a witty, whimsical tale about growing up, standing up, and the true meaning of family. MATILDA the MUSICAL weaves together inventive song and dance numbers, pranks (usually at the expense of Matilda's father), and life lessons that will warm every heart in the audience. Originally produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company MATILDA the MUSICAL, with book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, has won 47 international awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages around the world.
The Coterie Strives to Bring Generations Together With 2019/2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2019
Nationally-recognized as one of the nation's leading producers of new works of theatre for young people and their families, The Coterie Theatre announces its 41st Season will entertain, engage, and serve as memorable experiences that all generations of the family can share.
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2019
Nationally-recognized as one of the nation's leading producers of new works of theatre for young people and their families, The Coterie Theatre announces its 41st Season will entertain, engage, and serve as memorable experiences that all generations of the family can share.
Spinning Tree Presents EVERY BRILLIANT THING In Kansas City
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2019
Spinning Tree Theatre opens the 2019-20 season August 16 - September 1 with Every Brilliant Thing. This Kansas City premiere tackles the issue of depression using a life-affirming list and a partly-improvised structure that engages audiences in a way never before seen at Spinning Tree. This production will also mark the company's first mainstage production at Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center.
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2019
Spinning Tree Theatre opens the 2019-20 season August 16 - September 1 with Every Brilliant Thing. This Kansas City premiere tackles the issue of depression using a life-affirming list and a partly-improvised structure that engages audiences in a way never before seen at Spinning Tree. This production will also mark the company's first mainstage production at Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center.
BWW Review: KISS ME KATE at Leawood Stage Company
by Alan Portner - July 15, 2019
Leawood Stage Company, the mainly city supported suburban, community theater program under the Leawood (KS) Park and Recreation District operates in several city controlled locations including the outdoor Ironwoods Amphitheatre. The current production, Cole Porter's "Kiss Me Kate," opened this past weekend and will be performed through July 20 at 8:00 p.m. nightly. Leawood City has provided everything needed to put on a great show. Tickets are free.
by Alan Portner - July 15, 2019
Leawood Stage Company, the mainly city supported suburban, community theater program under the Leawood (KS) Park and Recreation District operates in several city controlled locations including the outdoor Ironwoods Amphitheatre. The current production, Cole Porter's "Kiss Me Kate," opened this past weekend and will be performed through July 20 at 8:00 p.m. nightly. Leawood City has provided everything needed to put on a great show. Tickets are free.
BWW Review: A Magical Ride To Neverland In PETER PAN THE MUSICAL At The White Theatre
by Steve Wilson - July 12, 2019
Director Barbara Nichols has created magic in the White Theatre's production of PETER PAN THE MUSICAL. This summer treat for the whole family, which opened on July 6 at the theater located at the Jewish Community Center in Overland Park, should not be missed. The show runs through July 28 at the theater.
by Steve Wilson - July 12, 2019
Director Barbara Nichols has created magic in the White Theatre's production of PETER PAN THE MUSICAL. This summer treat for the whole family, which opened on July 6 at the theater located at the Jewish Community Center in Overland Park, should not be missed. The show runs through July 28 at the theater.
BWW Review: MUSIC MAN at Theatre In The Park
by Alan Portner - July 11, 2019
Meredith Willson's 'Music Man' at 'Theatre In The Park' could not be a more iconic community theater rendition of early twentieth century Iowa and Americana unless the entire forty-six member cast entered by running through a framed newsprint mock-up of Grant Wood's 'American Gothic.' As a matter of fact, the couple from Grant Wood's painting (complete with pitchfork) show up in the opening scene.
by Alan Portner - July 11, 2019
Meredith Willson's 'Music Man' at 'Theatre In The Park' could not be a more iconic community theater rendition of early twentieth century Iowa and Americana unless the entire forty-six member cast entered by running through a framed newsprint mock-up of Grant Wood's 'American Gothic.' As a matter of fact, the couple from Grant Wood's painting (complete with pitchfork) show up in the opening scene.
Musical Theater Heritage To Host A GRAND NIGHT, THEATER SOIREE 2019 Fundraiser
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2019
The MTH Theater at Crown Center announces plans and Early Bird ticket sales for "A Grand Night, Theater Soiree 2019." As MTH's biggest annual fundraiser, A Grand Night promises something for everyone with live entertainment from MTH theater performers and much more.
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2019
The MTH Theater at Crown Center announces plans and Early Bird ticket sales for "A Grand Night, Theater Soiree 2019." As MTH's biggest annual fundraiser, A Grand Night promises something for everyone with live entertainment from MTH theater performers and much more.
BWW Review: CATS at Starlight Theatre
by Alan Portner - July 10, 2019
A superb touring production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's classical-dance-musical opera 'Cats' from 1982 opened Tuesday evening at Starlight Theatre inside Swope Park for a week long run. 'Cats' unlike many touring shows makes maximum use of its huge venue and the stage possibilities made available through it.
by Alan Portner - July 10, 2019
A superb touring production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's classical-dance-musical opera 'Cats' from 1982 opened Tuesday evening at Starlight Theatre inside Swope Park for a week long run. 'Cats' unlike many touring shows makes maximum use of its huge venue and the stage possibilities made available through it.
Symphony Announces Classics Uncorked Concerts, Free Events, and More
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2019
Across the board, from masterpieces to movies, it's going to be a big, fun 201920 season for the Kansas City Symphony.
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2019
Across the board, from masterpieces to movies, it's going to be a big, fun 201920 season for the Kansas City Symphony.
MAMMA MIA! Comes to the Barn Players
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2019
Is it Sam, Bill, or Harry? Who is bride-to-be Sophie's Father? She has 3-choices and even her own rockin' Mamma Donna Sheridan doesn't know for sure! Find out who's her Dad when the international musical sensation MAMMA MIA! comes to the Barn Players stage (for two weeks only), August 22nd through September 1st, 2019, at the Arts Asylum:1000 East 9th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106. Be there and be sure to brace yourself for one riotous, rhythmic trip down the aisle when everyone reunites for Sophie's ceremony!
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2019
Is it Sam, Bill, or Harry? Who is bride-to-be Sophie's Father? She has 3-choices and even her own rockin' Mamma Donna Sheridan doesn't know for sure! Find out who's her Dad when the international musical sensation MAMMA MIA! comes to the Barn Players stage (for two weeks only), August 22nd through September 1st, 2019, at the Arts Asylum:1000 East 9th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106. Be there and be sure to brace yourself for one riotous, rhythmic trip down the aisle when everyone reunites for Sophie's ceremony!
Cast Announced For IN THE HEIGHTS At Crown Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2019
MTH Theater at Crown Center has announced the cast and creative team for its August production of In The Heights, by Lin-Manual Miranda, the award-winning composer, lyricist, and creator of Hamilton.
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2019
MTH Theater at Crown Center has announced the cast and creative team for its August production of In The Heights, by Lin-Manual Miranda, the award-winning composer, lyricist, and creator of Hamilton.
BWW Review: Can't-Miss Entertainment, CLOWN BAR Opens in Kansas City at Immersive KC
by Steve Wilson - July 06, 2019
What do you do when some Bozo commits murder? You go see the newest show being offered by Padgett Productions, CLOWN BAR, at Immersive KC (formerly Prohibition Hall) in Kansas City. The hilarious campy comedy written by Adam Szymkowicz runs Friday and Saturday nights through July 20. This 65-minute production is riddled with sidesplitting humor, musical numbers, and hilarious choreography.
by Steve Wilson - July 06, 2019
What do you do when some Bozo commits murder? You go see the newest show being offered by Padgett Productions, CLOWN BAR, at Immersive KC (formerly Prohibition Hall) in Kansas City. The hilarious campy comedy written by Adam Szymkowicz runs Friday and Saturday nights through July 20. This 65-minute production is riddled with sidesplitting humor, musical numbers, and hilarious choreography.
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