Guthrie Theater Artistic Director Joseph Haj Appoints James Haskins As Managing Director And Mollie Alexander Hogan As Director Of Development
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2019
Following an extensive nationwide search, Guthrie Theater Artistic Director Joseph Haj today announced the appointment of two new members to his senior leadership team: James Haskins as managing director and Mollie Alexander Hogan as director of development.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2019
Following an extensive nationwide search, Guthrie Theater Artistic Director Joseph Haj today announced the appointment of two new members to his senior leadership team: James Haskins as managing director and Mollie Alexander Hogan as director of development.
Kansas City Actors Theatre Announces 2019-2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2019
The Kansas City Actors Theatre is proud to announce its lineup of plays for 2019-2020 at the City Stage in Union Station. This is the company's 15th season of productions showcasing Kansas City's own top theatre professionals.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2019
The Kansas City Actors Theatre is proud to announce its lineup of plays for 2019-2020 at the City Stage in Union Station. This is the company's 15th season of productions showcasing Kansas City's own top theatre professionals.
Kansas City Actors Theatre Announces 2019-2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2019
The Kansas City Actors Theatre is proud to announce its lineup of plays for 2019-2020 at the City Stage in Union Station. This is the company's 15th season of productions showcasing Kansas City's own top theatre professionals.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2019
The Kansas City Actors Theatre is proud to announce its lineup of plays for 2019-2020 at the City Stage in Union Station. This is the company's 15th season of productions showcasing Kansas City's own top theatre professionals.
BWW Review: EVITA at Kauffman Center For The Performing Arts
by Alan Portner - February 06, 2019
Playing through this week, The American Theatre Guild presents Andy Ferrara's new touring production of 'Evita' from the revered pens of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. The year 2019 marks the fortieth American anniversary of this entirely new approach to musical theater. It is opera (albeit rock opera) that is accessible to a general audience.
by Alan Portner - February 06, 2019
Playing through this week, The American Theatre Guild presents Andy Ferrara's new touring production of 'Evita' from the revered pens of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. The year 2019 marks the fortieth American anniversary of this entirely new approach to musical theater. It is opera (albeit rock opera) that is accessible to a general audience.
BWW Feature: KANSAS CITY OFFERS SPECIAL GIFTS FOR THAT SPECIAL SOMEONE ON VALENTINE'S DAY
by Steve Wilson - February 05, 2019
Valentine's Day is just over a week away, and it's time to make plans for that special someone. A box of chocolates can make a good gift, but not very creative. You can send an expensive dozen roses, but after a few days they wilt and become are thrown away. Or you can give a gift that instead of becoming trash becomes a wonderful memory, tickets to live theatre.
by Steve Wilson - February 05, 2019
Valentine's Day is just over a week away, and it's time to make plans for that special someone. A box of chocolates can make a good gift, but not very creative. You can send an expensive dozen roses, but after a few days they wilt and become are thrown away. Or you can give a gift that instead of becoming trash becomes a wonderful memory, tickets to live theatre.
BWW Review: CABARET at White Theatre
by Alan Portner - February 05, 2019
The place is 1930s Berlin during the fading years of the Weimar Republic before Adolf Hitler became Chancellor of Germany. The play is 'Cabaret,' the 1966 multiple Tony Award winning musical iteration of Christopher Isherwood's semi-autobiographical novel about the rise of the Nazis and libertine Europe performed at the Jewish Community Center's White Theatre.
by Alan Portner - February 05, 2019
The place is 1930s Berlin during the fading years of the Weimar Republic before Adolf Hitler became Chancellor of Germany. The play is 'Cabaret,' the 1966 multiple Tony Award winning musical iteration of Christopher Isherwood's semi-autobiographical novel about the rise of the Nazis and libertine Europe performed at the Jewish Community Center's White Theatre.
2019-2020 Kansas City Broadway Series Announced; DEAR EVAN HANSEN, COME FROM AWAY, and More
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
The 2019-20 Sabates Eye Centers Kansas City Broadway Series is proud to announce the 2019-20 Kansas City Broadway Series, presented by Broadway Across America and The American Theatre Guild at the Music Hall and Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Joining previously announced DEAR EVAN HANSEN and Disney's ALADDIN are COME FROM AWAY, MISS SAIGON, CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. There will be a season add-on show that will be announced at a later date.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
The 2019-20 Sabates Eye Centers Kansas City Broadway Series is proud to announce the 2019-20 Kansas City Broadway Series, presented by Broadway Across America and The American Theatre Guild at the Music Hall and Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Joining previously announced DEAR EVAN HANSEN and Disney's ALADDIN are COME FROM AWAY, MISS SAIGON, CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. There will be a season add-on show that will be announced at a later date.
ONE FUNNY MOTHER Makes Her Kansas City Debut
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2019
Starlight Theatre is pleased to announce that One Funny Mother, the viral video star and off-Broadway comedy sensation, will bring her hit one-woman show to Kansas City Feb. 19-24 as part of the 2018-19 Starlight Indoors series. Dena Blizzard's hilariously relatable collection of stories will make you realize you're not crazy, but motherhood sure is!
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2019
Starlight Theatre is pleased to announce that One Funny Mother, the viral video star and off-Broadway comedy sensation, will bring her hit one-woman show to Kansas City Feb. 19-24 as part of the 2018-19 Starlight Indoors series. Dena Blizzard's hilariously relatable collection of stories will make you realize you're not crazy, but motherhood sure is!
The White Theatre Presents Musical CABARET
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2019
CABARET, with music by Kansas City's own John Kander and his partner Fred Ebb, is the next production of The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City with eight performances Feb 2-17.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2019
CABARET, with music by Kansas City's own John Kander and his partner Fred Ebb, is the next production of The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City with eight performances Feb 2-17.
Single Tickets Now On Sale For The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre's 2019 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2019
The Lyceum Theatre will open its exciting new 8 show season on June 6, 2019 with the Lyceum premiere of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella, followed by All Shook Up, 9 to 5 The Musical, Murder For Two, Fully Committed, Crimes of the Heart, Swingtime Canteen, and the sixth annual production of the Lyceum's unique adaptation of the Charles Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol, closing on December 22, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2019
The Lyceum Theatre will open its exciting new 8 show season on June 6, 2019 with the Lyceum premiere of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella, followed by All Shook Up, 9 to 5 The Musical, Murder For Two, Fully Committed, Crimes of the Heart, Swingtime Canteen, and the sixth annual production of the Lyceum's unique adaptation of the Charles Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol, closing on December 22, 2019.
BWW Review: NOMAD MOTEL at Unicorn Theatre
by Alan Portner - January 28, 2019
Unicorn Theater, as part of its commitment to the "National New Play Network," presents the rolling national premiere of "Nomad Motel," a new play by playwright Carla Ching (who was present for the opening). The five person, two act, two hour fifteen minute play tells the story of growing up in a conflicted California and an even more conflicted America.
by Alan Portner - January 28, 2019
Unicorn Theater, as part of its commitment to the "National New Play Network," presents the rolling national premiere of "Nomad Motel," a new play by playwright Carla Ching (who was present for the opening). The five person, two act, two hour fifteen minute play tells the story of growing up in a conflicted California and an even more conflicted America.
BWW Review: THE DECISION FALLS ON THE AUDIENCE AT SECRET SOLDIERS: HEROINES IN DISGUISE NOW PLAYING AT THE COTERIE THEATRE
by Steve Wilson - January 27, 2019
The 40th season of live theatre for families and young audiences continues at The Coterie Theatre with a marvelous production of SECRET SOLDIERS: HEROINES IN DISGUISE. The very entertaining and highly educational show is a co-production with the University of Missouri Theatre and The Coterie Theatre. Jeff Church, Producing Artistic Director, and Bree Elrod co-direct this important interactive drama.
by Steve Wilson - January 27, 2019
The 40th season of live theatre for families and young audiences continues at The Coterie Theatre with a marvelous production of SECRET SOLDIERS: HEROINES IN DISGUISE. The very entertaining and highly educational show is a co-production with the University of Missouri Theatre and The Coterie Theatre. Jeff Church, Producing Artistic Director, and Bree Elrod co-direct this important interactive drama.
BWW Review: INDECENT at KC Rep (Spencer Theatre)
by Paul Bolton - January 27, 2019
This production, of 'Indecent', triumphs through it's precision and timing of choreography, music, and intricate scene movement . Incorporating period musical numbers, that give reference to the time, this show is complete from beginning to its dramatic conclusion. "Indecent" runs approximately one hour and 45 minutes and is performed with no intermission. The show runs through February 10, 2019 and tickets are available at KCRep.org or by calling (816) 235-2700
by Paul Bolton - January 27, 2019
This production, of 'Indecent', triumphs through it's precision and timing of choreography, music, and intricate scene movement . Incorporating period musical numbers, that give reference to the time, this show is complete from beginning to its dramatic conclusion. "Indecent" runs approximately one hour and 45 minutes and is performed with no intermission. The show runs through February 10, 2019 and tickets are available at KCRep.org or by calling (816) 235-2700
BWW Review: LOOKING OVER PRESIDENT'S SHOULDER at Black Repertory Theatre Of Kansas City
by Paul Bolton - January 26, 2019
Looking Over President's Shoulder Black Repertory Theatre Kansas City 1/22-2/3/2019 Play about the butler to the Presidents. Comedy, Politics, and personal insights www.brtkc.org
by Paul Bolton - January 26, 2019
Looking Over President's Shoulder Black Repertory Theatre Kansas City 1/22-2/3/2019 Play about the butler to the Presidents. Comedy, Politics, and personal insights www.brtkc.org
SCHOOL GIRLS; OR, THE AFRICAN MEAN GIRLS PLAY Makes Regional Premiere
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
Next up in Kansas City Repertory Theatre's 2018/2019 season is the multiple award-winning Off-Broadway hit SCHOOL GIRLS; OR, THE AFRICAN MEAN GIRLS PLAY, written by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by KCRep's Artistic Associate/Resident Director, Chip Miller. Bioh's hilarious reimagining of Tina Fey's Mean Girls story is a once joyful and heartbreaking, bitingly funny, and poignant. SCHOOL GIRLS, running February 22 through March 17, 2019, at Copaken Stage, is a loving exploration of the real lives of young African women trying to negotiate the confusion around Western ideas of beauty.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
Next up in Kansas City Repertory Theatre's 2018/2019 season is the multiple award-winning Off-Broadway hit SCHOOL GIRLS; OR, THE AFRICAN MEAN GIRLS PLAY, written by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by KCRep's Artistic Associate/Resident Director, Chip Miller. Bioh's hilarious reimagining of Tina Fey's Mean Girls story is a once joyful and heartbreaking, bitingly funny, and poignant. SCHOOL GIRLS, running February 22 through March 17, 2019, at Copaken Stage, is a loving exploration of the real lives of young African women trying to negotiate the confusion around Western ideas of beauty.
BWW Review: RETURN TO THE PAST WITH SONGBOOK OF THE 40S AT QUALITY HILL PLAYHOUSE at Quality Hill Playhouse
by Steve Wilson - January 24, 2019
An uplifting, toe-tapping, amusing winter relief continues at Quality Hill Playhouse with SONGBOOK OF THE 40S, the second installment of their Broadway And All That Jazz 2018-2019 season. A nation engulfed with war took comfort in songs from Broadway musicals, to big bands, to just feel good songs. Poet Rod McKuen once said, "1939 was a terrible time for the world, but it was a glorious time for songs and fighter pilots."
by Steve Wilson - January 24, 2019
An uplifting, toe-tapping, amusing winter relief continues at Quality Hill Playhouse with SONGBOOK OF THE 40S, the second installment of their Broadway And All That Jazz 2018-2019 season. A nation engulfed with war took comfort in songs from Broadway musicals, to big bands, to just feel good songs. Poet Rod McKuen once said, "1939 was a terrible time for the world, but it was a glorious time for songs and fighter pilots."
The White Theatre Presents Musical CABARET
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2019
CABARET, with music by Kansas City's own John Kander and his partner Fred Ebb, is the next production of The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City with eight performances Feb 2-17.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2019
CABARET, with music by Kansas City's own John Kander and his partner Fred Ebb, is the next production of The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City with eight performances Feb 2-17.
Special Exhibition Opens Tuesday At National WWI Museum And Memorial
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2019
The 1903 edition of Cassell's New French Dictionary defines "souvenir" as "remembrance, recollection, memory, reminder, keepsake."
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2019
The 1903 edition of Cassell's New French Dictionary defines "souvenir" as "remembrance, recollection, memory, reminder, keepsake."
BWW Review: HUMOROUS, SHOCKING, AND ENTERTAINING EMOTIONAL CREATURE THE SECRET LIFE OF GIRLS AROUND THE WORLD OPENS AT SPINNING TREE THEATRE
by Steve Wilson - January 21, 2019
Abandon your inhibitions, taboos, and what you think you know about being a young girl in today's contemporary society, when you enter EMOTIONAL CREATURE THE SECRET LIFE OF GIRLS AROUND THE WORLD. Directed by Chioma Anyanwu, in her directorial debut, and Andrew Grayman-Parkhurst, Spinning Tree Theatre presents its enlightening production of Eve Ensler's critical look into the thoughts and emotions of young women everywhere.
by Steve Wilson - January 21, 2019
Abandon your inhibitions, taboos, and what you think you know about being a young girl in today's contemporary society, when you enter EMOTIONAL CREATURE THE SECRET LIFE OF GIRLS AROUND THE WORLD. Directed by Chioma Anyanwu, in her directorial debut, and Andrew Grayman-Parkhurst, Spinning Tree Theatre presents its enlightening production of Eve Ensler's critical look into the thoughts and emotions of young women everywhere.
BWW Previews: Girl Power Campaign Begins At The Kansas City Repertory Theatre
by Steve Wilson - January 21, 2019
Kansas City Repertory Theatre presents its Girl Power Campaign for the last half of the 2018-2019 season, celebrating strong, powerful women everywhere. The remaining five plays are all written by women and about women and demonstrate the strength, intelligence, and bravery of women around the world.
by Steve Wilson - January 21, 2019
Kansas City Repertory Theatre presents its Girl Power Campaign for the last half of the 2018-2019 season, celebrating strong, powerful women everywhere. The remaining five plays are all written by women and about women and demonstrate the strength, intelligence, and bravery of women around the world.
BWW Review: SISTER STRIKES AGAIN! at Starlight Indoor Theatre
by Paul Bolton - January 20, 2019
'Sister Strikes Again' now showing at KC Starlight Theatre (indoor) now through January 27, 2019 Comedic Catholic Cachechism review with Sister Mary Beth
by Paul Bolton - January 20, 2019
'Sister Strikes Again' now showing at KC Starlight Theatre (indoor) now through January 27, 2019 Comedic Catholic Cachechism review with Sister Mary Beth
Theatre Lab Returns February 4
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2019
Kansas City Public Theatre continues Theatre Lab at Uptown Arts Bar every First Monday of the Month January-June. Theatre Lab offers an outlet for new and experimental work in development by area artists. Experience the creation of new work and support local artists as they put new ideas to the stage!
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2019
Kansas City Public Theatre continues Theatre Lab at Uptown Arts Bar every First Monday of the Month January-June. Theatre Lab offers an outlet for new and experimental work in development by area artists. Experience the creation of new work and support local artists as they put new ideas to the stage!
BWW Review: THE CHERRY ORCHARD at Metropolitan Theatre Ensemble @ Warwick Theater
by Paul Bolton - January 19, 2019
Metropolitan Theatre Ensemble at the Warwick Theater in Kansas City presents Anton Chekhov's 'The Cherry Orchard' directed by Todd Lanker January 17-27, 2019. The MET's production bounds with energetic performances as it explores an emotionally rugged terrain in this classic play. Director Todd Lanker's staging keeps the whirl and swirl of events moving at rapid-fire place as the cast wields Chekhov's script like well sharpened knife.
by Paul Bolton - January 19, 2019
Metropolitan Theatre Ensemble at the Warwick Theater in Kansas City presents Anton Chekhov's 'The Cherry Orchard' directed by Todd Lanker January 17-27, 2019. The MET's production bounds with energetic performances as it explores an emotionally rugged terrain in this classic play. Director Todd Lanker's staging keeps the whirl and swirl of events moving at rapid-fire place as the cast wields Chekhov's script like well sharpened knife.
Tonight's Performance of INDECENT Cancelled At KCRep
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
The 8 pm, Friday, January 18th performance of INDECENT has been canceled due to a medical emergency.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
The 8 pm, Friday, January 18th performance of INDECENT has been canceled due to a medical emergency.
Photo Flash: First Look at KCAT's DEATH AND THE MAIDEN
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
Kansas City Actors Theatre has completed casting for its production of Ariel Dorfman's "Death and the Maiden," which will run from January 9th to the 27th at the City Stage in Union Station. The production will be directed by Cinnamon Schultz and will star Vanessa Severo, Robert Gibby Brand, and Rusty Sneary. The production team includes Gary Mosby (Scenic Designer,) Deb Morgan (Properties Designer), Georgianna Buchanan (Costume Designer), Shane Rowse (Lighting Designer), Jonathan Robertson (Sound Designer), Mary Allison Joseph (Dramaturg), and Kyle Dyck (Technical Director).
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
Kansas City Actors Theatre has completed casting for its production of Ariel Dorfman's "Death and the Maiden," which will run from January 9th to the 27th at the City Stage in Union Station. The production will be directed by Cinnamon Schultz and will star Vanessa Severo, Robert Gibby Brand, and Rusty Sneary. The production team includes Gary Mosby (Scenic Designer,) Deb Morgan (Properties Designer), Georgianna Buchanan (Costume Designer), Shane Rowse (Lighting Designer), Jonathan Robertson (Sound Designer), Mary Allison Joseph (Dramaturg), and Kyle Dyck (Technical Director).
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