GRAND HOTEL Announced At The Barn Players
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2019
The Doctor. The Baron. The Ballerina. The Bookkeeper. The Mobster. The Mistress. The Concierge, the Bellboys, and even the Lady's room attendant… You'll meet them all and more in the Barn Players upcoming regional and local premiere production of the award winning musical, GRAND HOTEL, running April 25th through May 5th, 2019, at The Arts Asylum: 1000 East 9th Street, (between Troost and Harrison Street), Kansas City, MO 64106.
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2019
The Doctor. The Baron. The Ballerina. The Bookkeeper. The Mobster. The Mistress. The Concierge, the Bellboys, and even the Lady's room attendant… You'll meet them all and more in the Barn Players upcoming regional and local premiere production of the award winning musical, GRAND HOTEL, running April 25th through May 5th, 2019, at The Arts Asylum: 1000 East 9th Street, (between Troost and Harrison Street), Kansas City, MO 64106.
Unicorn Theatre Announces 2019-2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2019
Unicorn Theatre, under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Cynthia Levin, announces the 46th season of thought provoking new plays that will delve into today's most pressing social issues and reflect on our history through a modern lens. This season will include a new musical, a world premiere and two new comedies. The new season will open September 4th, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2019
Unicorn Theatre, under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Cynthia Levin, announces the 46th season of thought provoking new plays that will delve into today's most pressing social issues and reflect on our history through a modern lens. This season will include a new musical, a world premiere and two new comedies. The new season will open September 4th, 2019.
Spinning Tree Announces Cast For BILLY ELLIOT
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2019
Spinning Tree Theatre concludes season eight April 4-20 with Billy Elliot. With book and lyrics by Lee Hall and music by Elton John, Billy Elliot won ten 2009 Tony Awards including Best Musical and Best Book of a Musical. Billy Elliot will also mark the company's final production at Just Off Broadway Theatre before moving to Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center for the 2019-20 season.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2019
Spinning Tree Theatre concludes season eight April 4-20 with Billy Elliot. With book and lyrics by Lee Hall and music by Elton John, Billy Elliot won ten 2009 Tony Awards including Best Musical and Best Book of a Musical. Billy Elliot will also mark the company's final production at Just Off Broadway Theatre before moving to Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center for the 2019-20 season.
Kansas City Symphony Names Daniel E. Beckley as Next Executive Director
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2019
Kansas City Symphony Board Chair William M. Lyons announced today the Symphony Board has selected Daniel E. Beckley as the next Executive Director of the Kansas City Symphony to succeed Frank Byrne, who will complete his nearly 19-year tenure this year. Beckley will assume the role of Executive Director on July 29.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2019
Kansas City Symphony Board Chair William M. Lyons announced today the Symphony Board has selected Daniel E. Beckley as the next Executive Director of the Kansas City Symphony to succeed Frank Byrne, who will complete his nearly 19-year tenure this year. Beckley will assume the role of Executive Director on July 29.
BWW Review: INHERIT THE WIND at White Theatre
by Alan Portner - March 18, 2019
“Inherit the Wind” is a fictional construction inspired by the 1925 Scopes Monkey Trial and as a screed against the “Red Scare” activities of Wisconsin Senator (R) Joseph McCarthy during the early 1950s.
by Alan Portner - March 18, 2019
“Inherit the Wind” is a fictional construction inspired by the 1925 Scopes Monkey Trial and as a screed against the “Red Scare” activities of Wisconsin Senator (R) Joseph McCarthy during the early 1950s.
Kauffman Center To Host Free Pipe Organ Concert On Mother's Day
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2019
This Mother's Day, Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts and Premier Partner Saint Luke's Health System will present "Music from the Heart," a special concert and free community event. The concert takes place Sunday, May 12 at 4 p.m. in Helzberg Hall and features the Kauffman Center's spectacular pipe organ.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2019
This Mother's Day, Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts and Premier Partner Saint Luke's Health System will present "Music from the Heart," a special concert and free community event. The concert takes place Sunday, May 12 at 4 p.m. in Helzberg Hall and features the Kauffman Center's spectacular pipe organ.
BWW Review: COSI FAN TUTTE at KC Lyric Opera
by Kelly Luck - March 17, 2019
Kansas City Lyric Opera's 2018-2019 season continues with a production of Mozart's comic opera.
by Kelly Luck - March 17, 2019
Kansas City Lyric Opera's 2018-2019 season continues with a production of Mozart's comic opera.
MTH Theater at Crown Center Announces Casting For FUNNY GIRL
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2019
MTH Theater at Crown Center has announced the cast and creative team for its April production of Funny Girl, music by Jule Styne, lyrics by Bob Merrill and book by Isobel Lennart.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2019
MTH Theater at Crown Center has announced the cast and creative team for its April production of Funny Girl, music by Jule Styne, lyrics by Bob Merrill and book by Isobel Lennart.
MTH Theater at Crown Center Names Tim Scott Executive Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2019
Musical Theater Heritage (MTH) and its Board of Directors announced today that they have appointed Tim Scott Executive Artistic Director, effective immediately. Mr. Scott becomes the fourth Artistic Director in MTH's seventeen-year history.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2019
Musical Theater Heritage (MTH) and its Board of Directors announced today that they have appointed Tim Scott Executive Artistic Director, effective immediately. Mr. Scott becomes the fourth Artistic Director in MTH's seventeen-year history.
Park ICM Student Competes In Prestigious Queen Elisabeth Violin Competition
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2019
Roger Kugler, Director of the Park International Center for Music, confirmed today that Park ICM violin master's candidate Laurel Gagnon was among the competitors announced Wednesday by the jurors of the Queen Elisabeth Violin Competition. The 82-year-old competition is held every four years in Brussels and begins on April 29th, 2019. "Laurel's invitation to participate in this year's Queen Elisabeth competition is a testament to her exceptional talent, work ethic and extraordinary dedication to her art," said Dr. Kugler. "She is one of only nine competitors from the United States. Thus we are very excited and pleased that the International Center for Music at Park University has a student representing the University and the Kansas City metro in the most prestigious violin competition in the world."
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2019
Roger Kugler, Director of the Park International Center for Music, confirmed today that Park ICM violin master's candidate Laurel Gagnon was among the competitors announced Wednesday by the jurors of the Queen Elisabeth Violin Competition. The 82-year-old competition is held every four years in Brussels and begins on April 29th, 2019. "Laurel's invitation to participate in this year's Queen Elisabeth competition is a testament to her exceptional talent, work ethic and extraordinary dedication to her art," said Dr. Kugler. "She is one of only nine competitors from the United States. Thus we are very excited and pleased that the International Center for Music at Park University has a student representing the University and the Kansas City metro in the most prestigious violin competition in the world."
Classic Play INHERIT THE WIND Opens At The White Theatre Of The Jewish Community Center
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2019
The often-debated relationship between faith and science is at the very heart of the riveting drama, INHERIT THE WIND, which opens Saturday evening, March 16, at The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City. Raising issues as relevant today as they were when it was written years ago, INHERIT THE WIND uses the Scopes Monkey Trial to explore this complex - and sometimes adversarial -- relationship.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2019
The often-debated relationship between faith and science is at the very heart of the riveting drama, INHERIT THE WIND, which opens Saturday evening, March 16, at The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City. Raising issues as relevant today as they were when it was written years ago, INHERIT THE WIND uses the Scopes Monkey Trial to explore this complex - and sometimes adversarial -- relationship.
KCMPT Announces Director Of New Play Development
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2019
KC Melting Pot Theatre (KCMPT) in Kansas City announced that Lewis J. Morrow joins KCMPT as the Director of New Play Development. Artistic Director Nicole Hodges Persley describes Morrow's rise from local to nationally recognized artist: "After developing Lewis' work at KCMPT and watching him gain national recognition, we are delighted to have him at the helm of this new project to help identify new playwrights of color.'
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2019
KC Melting Pot Theatre (KCMPT) in Kansas City announced that Lewis J. Morrow joins KCMPT as the Director of New Play Development. Artistic Director Nicole Hodges Persley describes Morrow's rise from local to nationally recognized artist: "After developing Lewis' work at KCMPT and watching him gain national recognition, we are delighted to have him at the helm of this new project to help identify new playwrights of color.'
BWW Review: ANASTASIA at American Theatre Guild
by Alan Portner - March 13, 2019
Opening night Kansas City audiences for 'Anastasia the New Broadway Musical' were treated to a tremendously well performed, visually dazzling, homage to the classic musical theater form.
by Alan Portner - March 13, 2019
Opening night Kansas City audiences for 'Anastasia the New Broadway Musical' were treated to a tremendously well performed, visually dazzling, homage to the classic musical theater form.
Unicorn Theatre Presents the Regional Premiere of THE REVOLUTIONISTS
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 12, 2019
The long awaited final production of Unicorn Theatre's 45th season will be the Regional Premiere of THE REVOLUTIONISTS by Lauren Gunderson. Gunderson has topped the American Theatre Magazine list of most produced playwrights for the past several years. The production will feature an all-female cast and will be helmed by kickass director Missy Koonce. The play will feature all-star local actors Vanessa Severo, Chioma Anyanwu, Amy Attaway, & Elise Poehling.
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 12, 2019
The long awaited final production of Unicorn Theatre's 45th season will be the Regional Premiere of THE REVOLUTIONISTS by Lauren Gunderson. Gunderson has topped the American Theatre Magazine list of most produced playwrights for the past several years. The production will feature an all-female cast and will be helmed by kickass director Missy Koonce. The play will feature all-star local actors Vanessa Severo, Chioma Anyanwu, Amy Attaway, & Elise Poehling.
BWW Feature: TTIP AUDITIONS at Theatre In The Park
by Alan Portner - March 11, 2019
Community Theater is alive and well in Johnson County Kansas for all Kansas City metropolitan audiences and actors. I find myself annually amazed at the number of people who show up and audition to participate in the Shawnee Mission Park TTIP outdoor shows and the quality of the performances offered at the 4500 capacity outdoor amphitheater. For 2019, five-hundred-sixty-one hopefuls attended the tryouts either in person or by video conference.
by Alan Portner - March 11, 2019
Community Theater is alive and well in Johnson County Kansas for all Kansas City metropolitan audiences and actors. I find myself annually amazed at the number of people who show up and audition to participate in the Shawnee Mission Park TTIP outdoor shows and the quality of the performances offered at the 4500 capacity outdoor amphitheater. For 2019, five-hundred-sixty-one hopefuls attended the tryouts either in person or by video conference.
The North American Premiere Of The Stephen King's THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION Comes to The Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2019
The Shawshank Redemption will make its north American stage debut at the Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre April 4-21. This famed classic, adapted for the stage by Owen O'Neill & Dave Johns and directed by Bob Paisley, will be staged at the historic Warwick Theatre. Please visit www.metKC.org or call 816.569.3226 for more information.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2019
The Shawshank Redemption will make its north American stage debut at the Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre April 4-21. This famed classic, adapted for the stage by Owen O'Neill & Dave Johns and directed by Bob Paisley, will be staged at the historic Warwick Theatre. Please visit www.metKC.org or call 816.569.3226 for more information.
BWW Review: THE HUMANS at Unicorn Theatre Kansas City
by Paul Bolton - March 10, 2019
'The Humans' by Stephen Karam continues through March 31, 2019, and tickets may be purchased by phone at (816) 531-7529, in person at the Unicorn box office, or via The Unicorn website. www.unicorntheatre.org
by Paul Bolton - March 10, 2019
'The Humans' by Stephen Karam continues through March 31, 2019, and tickets may be purchased by phone at (816) 531-7529, in person at the Unicorn box office, or via The Unicorn website. www.unicorntheatre.org
THE AMAZING BRAIN, Science City's Largest And Newest Indoor Hands-On Exhibit is Now Open
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2019
Today, seventeen elementary students -- surrounded by their school district's cheerleaders, drumline, choir, parents, educators and proud fans -- celebrated the grand opening of Science City's largest and newest indoor exhibit, The Amazing Brain. Surrounded by a high-energy crowd excited to experience the $1 million interactive exhibit, the Grandview C-4 students took the stage to help officially open the space inspired by their winning proposal in the Burns & McDonnell Battle of the Brains.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2019
Today, seventeen elementary students -- surrounded by their school district's cheerleaders, drumline, choir, parents, educators and proud fans -- celebrated the grand opening of Science City's largest and newest indoor exhibit, The Amazing Brain. Surrounded by a high-energy crowd excited to experience the $1 million interactive exhibit, the Grandview C-4 students took the stage to help officially open the space inspired by their winning proposal in the Burns & McDonnell Battle of the Brains.
BWW Review: DISASTER! THE MUSICAL at Summit Theatre Group
by Kelly Luck - March 08, 2019
'Disaster!' combines the ensemble of a typical Irwen Allen moviefrom the 70s with the hits (and misses) of the disco era.
by Kelly Luck - March 08, 2019
'Disaster!' combines the ensemble of a typical Irwen Allen moviefrom the 70s with the hits (and misses) of the disco era.
Jewish Family Services Announces Learn Laugh & Love Programs Lined Up Into The New Year
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
On Thursday, March 21, Sally Fletcher will present "Improving Strength Through Daily Living. The 1 p.m. program takes place in the MAC Room at the Jewish Community Campus. Fletcher is a trained nurse and certified Fall Stop… Move Strong trainer. While intensive exercise isn't for everyone, incorporating deliberate movement into activities of daily living can be done by most of us. This session demonstrates easy, simple, yet effective ways to strengthen muscles, if done regularly. Come prepared to practice what is demonstrated.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
On Thursday, March 21, Sally Fletcher will present "Improving Strength Through Daily Living. The 1 p.m. program takes place in the MAC Room at the Jewish Community Campus. Fletcher is a trained nurse and certified Fall Stop… Move Strong trainer. While intensive exercise isn't for everyone, incorporating deliberate movement into activities of daily living can be done by most of us. This session demonstrates easy, simple, yet effective ways to strengthen muscles, if done regularly. Come prepared to practice what is demonstrated.
KC Melting Pot Theatre Announces 2019-2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
KCMPT's 2019-20 lineup features some of the greatest names in African American theater: August Wilson, Lorraine Hansberry, and Ntozake Shange and newcomer Lewis J. Morrow. Newly minted Artistic Director Nicole Hodges Persley states "We wanted to give our audiences a "Greatest Hits" of African American theater.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
KCMPT's 2019-20 lineup features some of the greatest names in African American theater: August Wilson, Lorraine Hansberry, and Ntozake Shange and newcomer Lewis J. Morrow. Newly minted Artistic Director Nicole Hodges Persley states "We wanted to give our audiences a "Greatest Hits" of African American theater.
KCRep Extends Run of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE and Adds Sensory-Friendly Show
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
Kansas City Repertory Theatre artistic staff announced today that they will extend the run of Kate Hamill's PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, the multiple award-winning production, directed by KCRep's recently-departed Associate Artistic Director, Marissa Wolf. Based on the novel by Jane Austen, Hamill's hilarious, gender-bending reimagining of arguably Austen's most beloved book, begins previews on March 22 and extends its run through April 20 at Spencer Theatre on the UMKC campus.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
Kansas City Repertory Theatre artistic staff announced today that they will extend the run of Kate Hamill's PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, the multiple award-winning production, directed by KCRep's recently-departed Associate Artistic Director, Marissa Wolf. Based on the novel by Jane Austen, Hamill's hilarious, gender-bending reimagining of arguably Austen's most beloved book, begins previews on March 22 and extends its run through April 20 at Spencer Theatre on the UMKC campus.
Park ICM Welcomes Spring With Two Concerts
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
Stanislav Ioudenitch, Artistic Director at Park International Center for Music, announced Wednesday that Park ICM is offering not one, but two late March concerts to welcome spring. "If you are a classical music lover, we have two charming spring concerts to choose from during late March. Get out of the final snow storm of the season at the intimate 1900 Building on Saturday with piano sensation Dang Thai Son and then enjoy the magnificent artistry of violinist Irina Muresanu with our own Lolita Sayevich on piano," exclaimed Ioudenitch. "There's no better way to begin spring after the long winter in Kansas City."
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
Stanislav Ioudenitch, Artistic Director at Park International Center for Music, announced Wednesday that Park ICM is offering not one, but two late March concerts to welcome spring. "If you are a classical music lover, we have two charming spring concerts to choose from during late March. Get out of the final snow storm of the season at the intimate 1900 Building on Saturday with piano sensation Dang Thai Son and then enjoy the magnificent artistry of violinist Irina Muresanu with our own Lolita Sayevich on piano," exclaimed Ioudenitch. "There's no better way to begin spring after the long winter in Kansas City."
The Kansas City Chorale Presents Fables, Stories, and Tales
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
The Kansas City Chorale conducted by Charles Bruffy presents Fables, Stories, and Tales: March 17 & 19, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
The Kansas City Chorale conducted by Charles Bruffy presents Fables, Stories, and Tales: March 17 & 19, 2019.
BWW Review: BILOXI BLUES REDUX at New Theatre Restaurant
by Alan Portner - March 06, 2019
Veteran character actor Peter Scolari stars in a featured role in the New Theatre production of Neil Simon's "Biloxi Blues."
by Alan Portner - March 06, 2019
Veteran character actor Peter Scolari stars in a featured role in the New Theatre production of Neil Simon's "Biloxi Blues."
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