BWW Review: THE WOLVES is a howling success at the Unicorn at the Unicorn Theatre IN KANSAS CITY
by Steve Wilson - December 02, 2018
The call of the wild is an indoor soccer team made up of eleventh grade girls in THE WOLVES, now showing at the Unicorn Theatre in Kansas City. Directed by Heidi Van, THE WOLVES is a glimpse into the minds and lives of a diverse group of girls from varied ethnic and social backgrounds.
by Steve Wilson - December 02, 2018
The call of the wild is an indoor soccer team made up of eleventh grade girls in THE WOLVES, now showing at the Unicorn Theatre in Kansas City. Directed by Heidi Van, THE WOLVES is a glimpse into the minds and lives of a diverse group of girls from varied ethnic and social backgrounds.
Music Theatre Kansas City Presents ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2018
Music Theatre Kansas City's professional company will present the Kansas City Premiere of 'All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914, ' the true story of a group of World War I soldiers who chose to step out of the trenches and come together to celebrate Christmas for a single, memorable night of peace. It is their story told entirely through their words and their songs, featuring an 8-piece a cappella mens choir.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2018
Music Theatre Kansas City's professional company will present the Kansas City Premiere of 'All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914, ' the true story of a group of World War I soldiers who chose to step out of the trenches and come together to celebrate Christmas for a single, memorable night of peace. It is their story told entirely through their words and their songs, featuring an 8-piece a cappella mens choir.
BWW Review: ON SHOULDERS NOW at Just Off Broadway Theatre
by Paul Bolton - December 02, 2018
Exciting and current, Harvey Williams' play 'On Shoulders Now' takes a fresh look at the power of friendship and compassion during the season that inspires it.
by Paul Bolton - December 02, 2018
Exciting and current, Harvey Williams' play 'On Shoulders Now' takes a fresh look at the power of friendship and compassion during the season that inspires it.
BWW Review: THE NUTCRACKER at KC Ballet
by Kelly Luck - December 01, 2018
Devon Carney's Nutcracker is fast becoming a tradition in its own right. And, like the best traditions, it is adapting to stay relevant.
by Kelly Luck - December 01, 2018
Devon Carney's Nutcracker is fast becoming a tradition in its own right. And, like the best traditions, it is adapting to stay relevant.
KC Melting Pot Theatre Presents ON SHOULDERS NOW
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
To inspire you this Christmas season, and provide a twist to your holiday traditions, KC Melting Pot Theatre presents the original stage play On Shoulders Now. This holiday story, is written by Harvey Williams and directed by Dr Nicole Hodges Persley.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
To inspire you this Christmas season, and provide a twist to your holiday traditions, KC Melting Pot Theatre presents the original stage play On Shoulders Now. This holiday story, is written by Harvey Williams and directed by Dr Nicole Hodges Persley.
BWW Review: Begin a Quality Holiday Season with CHRISTMAS IN SONG at Quality Hill Playhouse
by Steve Wilson - November 29, 2018
If CHRISTMAS IN SONG at Quality Hill Playhouse does not get you in the holiday spirit, then you are either the Grinch or Ebenezer Scrooge. Directed by J. Kent Barnhart and with Barnhart at the piano Lauren Bradshaw, Brad Dawby and Lindsey McKee celebrate the Christmas season with performances through December 23rd.
by Steve Wilson - November 29, 2018
If CHRISTMAS IN SONG at Quality Hill Playhouse does not get you in the holiday spirit, then you are either the Grinch or Ebenezer Scrooge. Directed by J. Kent Barnhart and with Barnhart at the piano Lauren Bradshaw, Brad Dawby and Lindsey McKee celebrate the Christmas season with performances through December 23rd.
The Barn Players Present Their 11th Annual 6 X 10 Minute Play Festival
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2018
Six new, short plays. Accomplished actors, directors, and technicians bringing them to life. It all adds up to the BARN PLAYERS 11TH ANNUAL 6 X 10: TEN MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL, one weekend only: December 7th, 8th, & 9th, 2018 at The Arts Asylum: 1000 East 9th Street, (off Harrison Street), Kansas City, MO 64106.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2018
Six new, short plays. Accomplished actors, directors, and technicians bringing them to life. It all adds up to the BARN PLAYERS 11TH ANNUAL 6 X 10: TEN MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL, one weekend only: December 7th, 8th, & 9th, 2018 at The Arts Asylum: 1000 East 9th Street, (off Harrison Street), Kansas City, MO 64106.
SNARKY PUPPY And NAPOLEON DYNAMITE to Screen At The Kauffman Center
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2018
Today, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced two performances in the 2018-2019 Kauffman Center Presents series.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2018
Today, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced two performances in the 2018-2019 Kauffman Center Presents series.
Vote For The 2018 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; ONE MAN TWO GOVERNORS Leads Best Play!
by BWW Staff - November 26, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
by BWW Staff - November 26, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
BWW Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Kansas City Repertory Theatre
by Alan Portner - November 25, 2018
Now in its 38th season, Kansas City Repertory Theatre's "A Christmas Carol" is as much an iconic Kansas City holiday tradition as is the annual Plaza lighting ceremony every Thanksgiving evening. Charles Dickens (Mark Robbins) once again spins his immortal 1843 ghost story of redemption as he himself performed it (solo) on stage for the last twenty-seven years of his life.
by Alan Portner - November 25, 2018
Now in its 38th season, Kansas City Repertory Theatre's "A Christmas Carol" is as much an iconic Kansas City holiday tradition as is the annual Plaza lighting ceremony every Thanksgiving evening. Charles Dickens (Mark Robbins) once again spins his immortal 1843 ghost story of redemption as he himself performed it (solo) on stage for the last twenty-seven years of his life.
CHRISTMAS IN SONG Comes to Quality Hill Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2018
Quality Hill Playhouse continues its annual tradition of presenting holiday music in a cabaret setting when CHRISTMAS IN SONG opens November 23. The production features the theatre company's signature blend of sacred and secular Christmas songs, including beloved carols ("Silent Night," "Go Tell It On The Mountain," "Joy to the World!"), classical favorites ("O Holy Night," "Ave Maria"), popular tunes ("White Christmas," Mel Torme's "The Christmas Song," Barry Manilow's "Because It's Christmas"), songs from treasured holiday television specials ("Christmas Time Is Here" from A Charlie Brown Christmas, "The Peace Carol" and "When The River Meets The Sea" from John Denver and The Muppets: A Christmas Together), and even a few hilarious surprises. Vocalists Lauren Bradshaw, Brad Dawdy, and Lindsey McKee, led by pianist/emcee J. Kent Barnhart, will lighten the hearts and souls of audiences with the wonder and joy of the season through some of its most beautiful music.
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2018
Quality Hill Playhouse continues its annual tradition of presenting holiday music in a cabaret setting when CHRISTMAS IN SONG opens November 23. The production features the theatre company's signature blend of sacred and secular Christmas songs, including beloved carols ("Silent Night," "Go Tell It On The Mountain," "Joy to the World!"), classical favorites ("O Holy Night," "Ave Maria"), popular tunes ("White Christmas," Mel Torme's "The Christmas Song," Barry Manilow's "Because It's Christmas"), songs from treasured holiday television specials ("Christmas Time Is Here" from A Charlie Brown Christmas, "The Peace Carol" and "When The River Meets The Sea" from John Denver and The Muppets: A Christmas Together), and even a few hilarious surprises. Vocalists Lauren Bradshaw, Brad Dawdy, and Lindsey McKee, led by pianist/emcee J. Kent Barnhart, will lighten the hearts and souls of audiences with the wonder and joy of the season through some of its most beautiful music.
Kansas City Repertory Theatre Announces Regional Premiere Of INDECENT
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2018
Kansas City Repertory Theatre continues its 2018/19 season with the emotionally-intimate Broadway sensation, INDECENT, by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel. Running January 18 through February 10, 2019 at Spencer Theatre, INDECENT is a co-production with Arena Stage and Baltimore Center Stage, and is directed by former KCRep artistic director, Eric Rosen, with choreography by Erika Chong Shuch, and music direction and original music by Alexander Sovronsky.
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2018
Kansas City Repertory Theatre continues its 2018/19 season with the emotionally-intimate Broadway sensation, INDECENT, by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel. Running January 18 through February 10, 2019 at Spencer Theatre, INDECENT is a co-production with Arena Stage and Baltimore Center Stage, and is directed by former KCRep artistic director, Eric Rosen, with choreography by Erika Chong Shuch, and music direction and original music by Alexander Sovronsky.
MTH Theater Reveals Cast And Creatives For A SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS SHOW
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2018
The MTH Theater has announced casting and additional details for its upcoming production of A SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS SHOW. The original Revue is Directed by Linda Ade Brand with music directed by Mark Ferrell. The entirely Kansas City based company features David Adams, Samantha Agron, Danielle Barger, Lexi Brie, Jerome Johnson, Sicily Mathenia, Jon Rizzo, and Bob Wearing. The four-piece band will feature Ferrell on piano, Jacob Roemer on bass, Tod Barnard on drums, and Nate Nall on Trumpet.
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2018
The MTH Theater has announced casting and additional details for its upcoming production of A SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS SHOW. The original Revue is Directed by Linda Ade Brand with music directed by Mark Ferrell. The entirely Kansas City based company features David Adams, Samantha Agron, Danielle Barger, Lexi Brie, Jerome Johnson, Sicily Mathenia, Jon Rizzo, and Bob Wearing. The four-piece band will feature Ferrell on piano, Jacob Roemer on bass, Tod Barnard on drums, and Nate Nall on Trumpet.
BWW Review: THE NAKED MAGICIANS at Starlight Theatre
by Alan Portner - November 17, 2018
Naked Magicians perform at Starlight Theatre indoors. That pretty much sums up the two Australian illusionists' adult comedy/prestidigitation ac
by Alan Portner - November 17, 2018
Naked Magicians perform at Starlight Theatre indoors. That pretty much sums up the two Australian illusionists' adult comedy/prestidigitation ac
The Holidays Come Alive This Saturday at Union Station
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2018
The Holidays Come Alive with the magic, beauty and pure spectacle that only Union Station can deliver this Saturday, November 17 beginning at 10 am. It's a daylong, free celebration packed with festive entertainment and family activities. It will conclude with a spectacular holiday lighting ceremony at 6:30 pm featuring Kansas City's largest indoor Christmas tree and an all-new, breathtaking performance by Quixotic. All events will be held inside Union Station so there's no need to bundle up the kids!
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2018
The Holidays Come Alive with the magic, beauty and pure spectacle that only Union Station can deliver this Saturday, November 17 beginning at 10 am. It's a daylong, free celebration packed with festive entertainment and family activities. It will conclude with a spectacular holiday lighting ceremony at 6:30 pm featuring Kansas City's largest indoor Christmas tree and an all-new, breathtaking performance by Quixotic. All events will be held inside Union Station so there's no need to bundle up the kids!
For Immediate Release: Kansas City Interfaith Youth Alliance, Cresent Peace Society, and Faith Always Wins Foundation Service Project
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2018
Kansas City area youth are coming together to change the conversation on faith and religion by engaging in interfaith cooperation through our shared value of service to others. This event will feature a service project called Project Neighborly Needs in partnership with Crescent Peace Society (CPS), the organizer of the event. Project Neighborly Needs started because members from CPS wanted to ensure that a family experiencing homelessness and/or unprivileged means is able to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday and keep warm in the cold winter months.
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2018
Kansas City area youth are coming together to change the conversation on faith and religion by engaging in interfaith cooperation through our shared value of service to others. This event will feature a service project called Project Neighborly Needs in partnership with Crescent Peace Society (CPS), the organizer of the event. Project Neighborly Needs started because members from CPS wanted to ensure that a family experiencing homelessness and/or unprivileged means is able to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday and keep warm in the cold winter months.
New Spoof Comes to KC in Honor of The War Of The Worlds' 80th Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2018
80 years after Orson Welles terrified the nation with the War of the Worlds, Right Between the Ears celebrates (and spoofs) the notorious "panic broadcast" with a new radio play, to be performed at Musical Theatre Heritage Stage 2, Crown Center at 7:30pm today and Saturday, November 16 and 17.
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2018
80 years after Orson Welles terrified the nation with the War of the Worlds, Right Between the Ears celebrates (and spoofs) the notorious "panic broadcast" with a new radio play, to be performed at Musical Theatre Heritage Stage 2, Crown Center at 7:30pm today and Saturday, November 16 and 17.
Kansas City Welcomes Back Jim Brickman
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2018
Be part of the holiday concert tradition of the season with Grammy nominated songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman as he celebrates A Joyful Christmas at the Folly Theater. Special Guests Vocalists Anne Cochran & Luke McMaster and Electric Violinist Tracy Silverman.
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2018
Be part of the holiday concert tradition of the season with Grammy nominated songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman as he celebrates A Joyful Christmas at the Folly Theater. Special Guests Vocalists Anne Cochran & Luke McMaster and Electric Violinist Tracy Silverman.
KC Melting Pot Theatre Presents ON SHOULDERS NOW
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2018
To inspire you this Christmas season, and provide a twist to your holiday traditions, KC Melting Pot Theatre presents the original stage play On Shoulders Now. This holiday story, is written by Harvey Williams and directed by Dr Nicole Hodges Persley.
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2018
To inspire you this Christmas season, and provide a twist to your holiday traditions, KC Melting Pot Theatre presents the original stage play On Shoulders Now. This holiday story, is written by Harvey Williams and directed by Dr Nicole Hodges Persley.
BWW Review: SCHOOL OF ROCK at Theater League
by Alan Portner - November 14, 2018
Audiences at 'School Of Rock, The Musical' (now playing at the Kansas City Music Hall) are in for an evening of fun. This production is pure entertainment highlighted by a dozen songs from the reigning King of musical theater, Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber. 'School Of Rock' onstage offers a lot to admire and much to enjoy including a ridiculously talented cast of mostly pre-teenagers.
by Alan Portner - November 14, 2018
Audiences at 'School Of Rock, The Musical' (now playing at the Kansas City Music Hall) are in for an evening of fun. This production is pure entertainment highlighted by a dozen songs from the reigning King of musical theater, Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber. 'School Of Rock' onstage offers a lot to admire and much to enjoy including a ridiculously talented cast of mostly pre-teenagers.
CHRISTMAS IN SONG Comes to Quality Hill Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2018
Quality Hill Playhouse continues its annual tradition of presenting holiday music in a cabaret setting when CHRISTMAS IN SONG opens November 23. The production features the theatre company's signature blend of sacred and secular Christmas songs, including beloved carols ("Silent Night," "Go Tell It On The Mountain," "Joy to the World!"), classical favorites ("O Holy Night," "Ave Maria"), popular tunes ("White Christmas," Mel Torme's "The Christmas Song," Barry Manilow's "Because It's Christmas"), songs from treasured holiday television specials ("Christmas Time Is Here" from A Charlie Brown Christmas, "The Peace Carol" and "When The River Meets The Sea" from John Denver and The Muppets: A Christmas Together), and even a few hilarious surprises. Vocalists Lauren Bradshaw, Brad Dawdy, and Lindsey McKee, led by pianist/emcee J. Kent Barnhart, will lighten the hearts and souls of audiences with the wonder and joy of the season through some of its most beautiful music.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2018
Quality Hill Playhouse continues its annual tradition of presenting holiday music in a cabaret setting when CHRISTMAS IN SONG opens November 23. The production features the theatre company's signature blend of sacred and secular Christmas songs, including beloved carols ("Silent Night," "Go Tell It On The Mountain," "Joy to the World!"), classical favorites ("O Holy Night," "Ave Maria"), popular tunes ("White Christmas," Mel Torme's "The Christmas Song," Barry Manilow's "Because It's Christmas"), songs from treasured holiday television specials ("Christmas Time Is Here" from A Charlie Brown Christmas, "The Peace Carol" and "When The River Meets The Sea" from John Denver and The Muppets: A Christmas Together), and even a few hilarious surprises. Vocalists Lauren Bradshaw, Brad Dawdy, and Lindsey McKee, led by pianist/emcee J. Kent Barnhart, will lighten the hearts and souls of audiences with the wonder and joy of the season through some of its most beautiful music.
Photo Flash: First Look at OCTA's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2018
Up next at Olathe Civic Theatre Association is Jane Austen's beloved classic, SENSE AND SENSIBILITY. This witty comedy of manners is directed by Jessica Franz and runs at OCTA November 2 - 18, 2018, with performances Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2018
Up next at Olathe Civic Theatre Association is Jane Austen's beloved classic, SENSE AND SENSIBILITY. This witty comedy of manners is directed by Jessica Franz and runs at OCTA November 2 - 18, 2018, with performances Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm.
New Augmented Reality Feature Added to Blockbuster Dinosaurs Revealed: Journey Across America Exhibition
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2018
Officials at Union Station today announced total attendance for 'Dinosaurs Revealed: Journey Across America' has surpassed 100,000 guests.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2018
Officials at Union Station today announced total attendance for 'Dinosaurs Revealed: Journey Across America' has surpassed 100,000 guests.
BWW Review: ROCK OF AGES at Barn Players At The Arts Asylum
by Paul Bolton - November 11, 2018
Barn Players turn up the volume and rolls out the '80's music with their current production of "Rock of Ages." The musical, directed by Eric Magnus, features songs from Journey, Styx,, Bon Jovi, Pat Benatar, Steve Perry, Twisted Sister, Poison, etc... Rock Of Ages at Arts Asylum Kansas City by Barn Players November 8-18, 2018 Book by Chris D'Arienzo and music arranged by Ethan Pop featuring The Arsenal Band
by Paul Bolton - November 11, 2018
Barn Players turn up the volume and rolls out the '80's music with their current production of "Rock of Ages." The musical, directed by Eric Magnus, features songs from Journey, Styx,, Bon Jovi, Pat Benatar, Steve Perry, Twisted Sister, Poison, etc... Rock Of Ages at Arts Asylum Kansas City by Barn Players November 8-18, 2018 Book by Chris D'Arienzo and music arranged by Ethan Pop featuring The Arsenal Band
BWW Review: RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL at Coterie Theatre In Crown Center
by Paul Bolton - November 10, 2018
Rediscover RUDOLPH The Red-Nosed Reindeer, the Musical, now on stage at the Coterie Theatre in Kansas City. Relive the nostalgia of childhood while introducing a new generation to one of the most joyous stories of the season with the rambunctious return of Rudolph. PARENTS: turn off the tv/computer and bring your kids to this show - they'll be happy you did! Showing through December 30th, 2018 at Crown Center in the Coterie Theatre.
by Paul Bolton - November 10, 2018
Rediscover RUDOLPH The Red-Nosed Reindeer, the Musical, now on stage at the Coterie Theatre in Kansas City. Relive the nostalgia of childhood while introducing a new generation to one of the most joyous stories of the season with the rambunctious return of Rudolph. PARENTS: turn off the tv/computer and bring your kids to this show - they'll be happy you did! Showing through December 30th, 2018 at Crown Center in the Coterie Theatre.
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