BWW Review: JACK AND THE BEAN MAGICO at The Coterie
by Alan Portner - April 21, 2018
'The Coterie Theatre' has opened a new and clever retelling of the classic 1734 English fairy tale about a boy, a giant, and a magic beanstalk. For adults, the enduring charm of 'The Coterie' is seeing a gaggle of squirmy preschoolers and primary schoolers morph into a rapt and respectful audience as soon as house lights begin to dim. The kids sit in bunches on the carpeted floor next to the stage and chatter and wrestle (sometimes restrained by concerned parents - sometimes not) waiting for the show to begin.
by Alan Portner - April 21, 2018
'The Coterie Theatre' has opened a new and clever retelling of the classic 1734 English fairy tale about a boy, a giant, and a magic beanstalk. For adults, the enduring charm of 'The Coterie' is seeing a gaggle of squirmy preschoolers and primary schoolers morph into a rapt and respectful audience as soon as house lights begin to dim. The kids sit in bunches on the carpeted floor next to the stage and chatter and wrestle (sometimes restrained by concerned parents - sometimes not) waiting for the show to begin.
Hugo Vera Returns To Lied Center For Spring Recital
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2018
Lawrence Opera Theatre and the Lied Center welcome back KU alum and tenor, Hugo Vera after his debut recital in the Lied Center Pavilion last year. The program, 'Music for a While,' features J. Bradley Baker on piano, and Jen Stephenson, soprano. The recital is at the Lied Center Pavilion on Saturday, April 21st at 7:30pm. A reception follows the program, and admission is free with suggested donation.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2018
Lawrence Opera Theatre and the Lied Center welcome back KU alum and tenor, Hugo Vera after his debut recital in the Lied Center Pavilion last year. The program, 'Music for a While,' features J. Bradley Baker on piano, and Jen Stephenson, soprano. The recital is at the Lied Center Pavilion on Saturday, April 21st at 7:30pm. A reception follows the program, and admission is free with suggested donation.
BWW Review: BAND GEEKS at Faust Theatre
by Alan Portner - April 20, 2018
Zach Faust's second year community theater company opened its new show, 'Band Geeks' May 19th at the Black Box Theatre inside The Johnson County Heritage Center for a three day run. A young cast tells the story of the forlorn, stereotypical members of a marginalized high school marching band from Ohio.
by Alan Portner - April 20, 2018
Zach Faust's second year community theater company opened its new show, 'Band Geeks' May 19th at the Black Box Theatre inside The Johnson County Heritage Center for a three day run. A young cast tells the story of the forlorn, stereotypical members of a marginalized high school marching band from Ohio.
BWW Review: URINETOWN, THE MUSICAL at THE BARN PLAYERS AT THE ARTS ASYLUM
by Paul Bolton - April 20, 2018
URINETOWN, THE MUSICAL a production of Barn Players directed by Korey Childs opened to a golden shower of audience applause. Flush with talent and plumb full of hilarious comedy this 2001 Broadway musical takes a swipe at political mismanagement and corporate greed run amuck. April 19-29, 2018 by The Barn Players at the Arts Asylum Kansas City, MO
by Paul Bolton - April 20, 2018
URINETOWN, THE MUSICAL a production of Barn Players directed by Korey Childs opened to a golden shower of audience applause. Flush with talent and plumb full of hilarious comedy this 2001 Broadway musical takes a swipe at political mismanagement and corporate greed run amuck. April 19-29, 2018 by The Barn Players at the Arts Asylum Kansas City, MO
KCRep's New Works Festival 2018 Kicks Off this April
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2018
Kansas City Repertory Theatre wraps up its 2017/18 season with its OriginKC: NEW WORKS FESTIVAL. Entering its third season, the OriginKC: NEW WORKS FESTIVAL, running April 27 through May 27, 2018, positions Kansas City as a major player and national center for the cultivation and production of new works, while offering theatre artists from across the country the financial, creative and artistic resources required to develop vital, diverse works of theatre.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2018
Kansas City Repertory Theatre wraps up its 2017/18 season with its OriginKC: NEW WORKS FESTIVAL. Entering its third season, the OriginKC: NEW WORKS FESTIVAL, running April 27 through May 27, 2018, positions Kansas City as a major player and national center for the cultivation and production of new works, while offering theatre artists from across the country the financial, creative and artistic resources required to develop vital, diverse works of theatre.
BWW Review: SUPERIOR DONUTS at Olathe Civic Theatre
by Paul Bolton - April 15, 2018
Olathe Civic Theatre's current comedy/drama "Superior Donuts", by award-winning playwright Tracy Letts, and directed by Diane Bulan is a tasty, sentiment glazed, box of satisfaction. Now showing through April 22, 2018!
by Paul Bolton - April 15, 2018
Olathe Civic Theatre's current comedy/drama "Superior Donuts", by award-winning playwright Tracy Letts, and directed by Diane Bulan is a tasty, sentiment glazed, box of satisfaction. Now showing through April 22, 2018!
Photo Flash: SUPERIOR DONUTS Makes KC Area Premiere At Olathe Civic Theatre Association
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2018
Olathe Civic Theatre Association continues its 2017-2018 season with Superior Donuts by Tracy Letts, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of August: Osage County. With Superior Donuts, Letts shifts from the highly charged physical tone and dark humor of his previous works, but retains his contemporary flavor with a lighter touch to address complex social issues. OCTA's stage will transform into a Chicago donut shop for the three-weekend run of this KC area premiere April 6-22.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2018
Olathe Civic Theatre Association continues its 2017-2018 season with Superior Donuts by Tracy Letts, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of August: Osage County. With Superior Donuts, Letts shifts from the highly charged physical tone and dark humor of his previous works, but retains his contemporary flavor with a lighter touch to address complex social issues. OCTA's stage will transform into a Chicago donut shop for the three-weekend run of this KC area premiere April 6-22.
BWW Review: ANNA IN THE TROPICS BY NILO CRUZ at Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre At The Warwick
by Paul Bolton - April 13, 2018
??'Anna in the Tropics' heats things up at the newly reopened Warwick Theatre in Kansas City. Metropolitan Theatre presents Nilo Cruz award winning play as the inaugural production in their new venue. Running April 12-22 tickets are available online at metkc.org or call 816-569-3226
by Paul Bolton - April 13, 2018
??'Anna in the Tropics' heats things up at the newly reopened Warwick Theatre in Kansas City. Metropolitan Theatre presents Nilo Cruz award winning play as the inaugural production in their new venue. Running April 12-22 tickets are available online at metkc.org or call 816-569-3226
KCAT Announces Cast And Creatives for SKYLIGHT
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2018
Kansas City Actors Theatre has completed casting for its production of David Hare's "Skylight," the fifth and final show of its thirteenth season, which will run May 23 to June 10 at the H&R Block City Stage in Union Station. The production will be directed by Darren Sextro and will star Katie Karel (in her first appearance with Kansas City Actors Theatre), John Rensenhouse, and Charlie Spillers. The production team includes Bret Engle (scenic designer), Elizabeth Sampley (properties designer), Sarah M. Oliver (costumer designer), Kylor Greene (lighting designer), Jonathan Robertson (sound designer), and Kyle Dyck (technical director).
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2018
Kansas City Actors Theatre has completed casting for its production of David Hare's "Skylight," the fifth and final show of its thirteenth season, which will run May 23 to June 10 at the H&R Block City Stage in Union Station. The production will be directed by Darren Sextro and will star Katie Karel (in her first appearance with Kansas City Actors Theatre), John Rensenhouse, and Charlie Spillers. The production team includes Bret Engle (scenic designer), Elizabeth Sampley (properties designer), Sarah M. Oliver (costumer designer), Kylor Greene (lighting designer), Jonathan Robertson (sound designer), and Kyle Dyck (technical director).
Kansas City Actors Theatre Announces Cast And Creative Staff For David Hare's SKYLIGHT
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2018
Kansas City Actors Theatre has completed casting for its production of David Hare's 'Skylight,' the fifth and final show of its thirteenth season, which will run May 23 to June 10 at the H&R Block City Stage in Union Station.
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2018
Kansas City Actors Theatre has completed casting for its production of David Hare's 'Skylight,' the fifth and final show of its thirteenth season, which will run May 23 to June 10 at the H&R Block City Stage in Union Station.
AN UNCONVENTIONAL EVENING WITH TENNESSEE WILLIAMS Announced at KCPublic Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2018
Kansas City Public Theatre (KCPublic) presents "First Mondays at the Arts Bar." May 7th at the Uptown Arts Bar. This event is free to the public.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2018
Kansas City Public Theatre (KCPublic) presents "First Mondays at the Arts Bar." May 7th at the Uptown Arts Bar. This event is free to the public.
Barn Players to Present URINETOWN
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2018
Don't let the title fool you! The award winning musical URINETOWN is a hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution set in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. Now for 8-performances only, Thursday, April 19th through Sunday, April 29th, the Barn Players proudly bring this bold "in your face" musical satire to their new home at downtown Kansas City's Arts Asylum: 1000 East 9th, (off Harrison Street), Kansas City, MO 64106.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2018
Don't let the title fool you! The award winning musical URINETOWN is a hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution set in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. Now for 8-performances only, Thursday, April 19th through Sunday, April 29th, the Barn Players proudly bring this bold "in your face" musical satire to their new home at downtown Kansas City's Arts Asylum: 1000 East 9th, (off Harrison Street), Kansas City, MO 64106.
BWW Review: THE MASCOT at Living Room Theatre
by Alan Portner - April 08, 2018
Chicago playwright Jerry Hickey offers a first-time production of his pleasant and entertaining new play entitled 'The Mascot' at 'The Living Room Theatre' in the Crossroads near downtown KC.
by Alan Portner - April 08, 2018
Chicago playwright Jerry Hickey offers a first-time production of his pleasant and entertaining new play entitled 'The Mascot' at 'The Living Room Theatre' in the Crossroads near downtown KC.
Unicorn Theatre Presents VIETGONE
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2018
Award-winning pioneer playwright Qui Nguyen brilliantly chronicles the love story of his parents' meeting in an Arkansas refugee center after fleeing Vietnam after the fall of Saigon in 1975. It's a buddy story, an all-American romance, and a motorcycle road-trip adventure that reexamines how we think about the heroes and victims of the Vietnam War. Vietgone skips through time and roams the globe with snarky humor, hip-hop, and lots of sex. It's one ironic, foul-mouthed, bad-ass new play.
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2018
Award-winning pioneer playwright Qui Nguyen brilliantly chronicles the love story of his parents' meeting in an Arkansas refugee center after fleeing Vietnam after the fall of Saigon in 1975. It's a buddy story, an all-American romance, and a motorcycle road-trip adventure that reexamines how we think about the heroes and victims of the Vietnam War. Vietgone skips through time and roams the globe with snarky humor, hip-hop, and lots of sex. It's one ironic, foul-mouthed, bad-ass new play.
Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre Presents ANNA IN THE TROPICS
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2018
Tropical heat and "Anna Karenina" combine to spark rich fantasies and broken dreams, passion and adultery, and a Cuban family changed forever! Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre presents the 2003 Pulitzer Prize-winning play ANNA IN THE TROPICS, written by Nilo Cruz, opening April 12th in their new home, The Warwick Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2018
Tropical heat and "Anna Karenina" combine to spark rich fantasies and broken dreams, passion and adultery, and a Cuban family changed forever! Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre presents the 2003 Pulitzer Prize-winning play ANNA IN THE TROPICS, written by Nilo Cruz, opening April 12th in their new home, The Warwick Theatre.
Photo Flash: THE MASCOT Set for World Premiere at Living Room Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2018
Agile Rabbit Productions has announced casting and creatives for the world premiere original new comedy, THE MASCOT. Written by Jerry Hickey, the production is helmed by esteemed director (and KU professor) Peter Zazalli. Kansas City favorite Sam Cordes assumes the title role and is joined by Emma Carter, Coleman Crenshaw, Jen Mays, Matt Rapport, and Hollis Wilhoit, along with Alisa Lynn, Jake Gillespie, and Matthew Michael.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2018
Agile Rabbit Productions has announced casting and creatives for the world premiere original new comedy, THE MASCOT. Written by Jerry Hickey, the production is helmed by esteemed director (and KU professor) Peter Zazalli. Kansas City favorite Sam Cordes assumes the title role and is joined by Emma Carter, Coleman Crenshaw, Jen Mays, Matt Rapport, and Hollis Wilhoit, along with Alisa Lynn, Jake Gillespie, and Matthew Michael.
BWW Review: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at City Theatre Of Independence
by Paul Bolton - April 06, 2018
Community theatre hits a high note with a favorite farcical, fast-paced, irreverent, and funniest musicals ever written - A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. Independence City Theatre winds wit, crafty comedy, salacious slapstick, fast-paced farce for an evening to twists, turns, and music.
by Paul Bolton - April 06, 2018
Community theatre hits a high note with a favorite farcical, fast-paced, irreverent, and funniest musicals ever written - A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. Independence City Theatre winds wit, crafty comedy, salacious slapstick, fast-paced farce for an evening to twists, turns, and music.
Jeff Kready And Tally Sessions Bring An Evening Of Fun To MTH!
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2018
Direct from their sold-out engagement at Feinstein's/54 Below in New York City, Jeff Kready and Tally Sessions bring an evening of soaring tenor and booming baritone duets to Music Theatre Heritage at Crown Center in Kansas City, MO. Direct from their sold-out engagement at Feinstein's/54 Below in New York City, Jeff Kready and Tally Sessions bring an evening of soaring tenor and booming baritone duets to Music Theatre Heritage at Crown Center in Kansas City, MO.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2018
Direct from their sold-out engagement at Feinstein's/54 Below in New York City, Jeff Kready and Tally Sessions bring an evening of soaring tenor and booming baritone duets to Music Theatre Heritage at Crown Center in Kansas City, MO. Direct from their sold-out engagement at Feinstein's/54 Below in New York City, Jeff Kready and Tally Sessions bring an evening of soaring tenor and booming baritone duets to Music Theatre Heritage at Crown Center in Kansas City, MO.
PNC Foundation Awards Seven Figure Grant To Support Science City
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2018
Today, the PNC Foundation announced a five-year, $1 million grant to Union Station's Science City in support of science education that will benefit approximately 14,000 members of the community, with a focus on Head Start preschool students, children and families. The funding, made possible through the PNC Foundation as part of its signature philanthropic early education initiative, PNC Grow Up Great, will also support the establishment of a multipurpose classroom space at Science City and touch an additional 260,000 annual visitors to the science center. The grant is PNC's largest to date in Kansas City.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2018
Today, the PNC Foundation announced a five-year, $1 million grant to Union Station's Science City in support of science education that will benefit approximately 14,000 members of the community, with a focus on Head Start preschool students, children and families. The funding, made possible through the PNC Foundation as part of its signature philanthropic early education initiative, PNC Grow Up Great, will also support the establishment of a multipurpose classroom space at Science City and touch an additional 260,000 annual visitors to the science center. The grant is PNC's largest to date in Kansas City.
The Barn Players to Welcome Broadway's Nancy Opel's 'Fearless Voice 2' Class
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2018
The Barn Players are privileged to again welcome celebrated Broadway actress Nancy Opel to their new downtown home, Saturday, April 28th, for both a morning musical masterclass and evening meet and greet after their production of "Urinetown."
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2018
The Barn Players are privileged to again welcome celebrated Broadway actress Nancy Opel to their new downtown home, Saturday, April 28th, for both a morning musical masterclass and evening meet and greet after their production of "Urinetown."
KCRep Hosts The Box Truck Barber At KSHB Tomorrow To Raise Awareness And Funds For AIDS Walk!
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2018
KCRep announced that they are hosting the Box Truck Barber (mobile truck) at 41 Action News KSHB tomorrow, Wednesday, April 4, 2018, from 9:30-11:30 am. KSHB is located at 4720 Oak Street Kansas City, MO 64112.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2018
KCRep announced that they are hosting the Box Truck Barber (mobile truck) at 41 Action News KSHB tomorrow, Wednesday, April 4, 2018, from 9:30-11:30 am. KSHB is located at 4720 Oak Street Kansas City, MO 64112.
SUPERIOR DONUTS Makes KC Area Premiere At Olathe Civic Theatre Association
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2018
Olathe Civic Theatre Association (OCTA) continues its 2017-2018 season with Superior Donuts by Tracy Letts, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of August: Osage County. With Superior Donuts, Letts shifts from the highly charged physical tone and dark humor of his previous works, but retains his contemporary flavor with a lighter touch to address complex social issues. OCTA's stage will transform into a Chicago donut shop for the three-weekend run of this KC area premiere April 6-22.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2018
Olathe Civic Theatre Association (OCTA) continues its 2017-2018 season with Superior Donuts by Tracy Letts, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of August: Osage County. With Superior Donuts, Letts shifts from the highly charged physical tone and dark humor of his previous works, but retains his contemporary flavor with a lighter touch to address complex social issues. OCTA's stage will transform into a Chicago donut shop for the three-weekend run of this KC area premiere April 6-22.
George Winston to Perform Life At The Kauffman Center
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2018
The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced today that pianist George Winston will perform at the Kauffman Center on December 12 in Helzberg Hall, returning after his successful engagement in 2016. This event is part of the 2018-2019 Kauffman Center Presents series and is presented in partnership with Nitelite Promotions.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2018
The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced today that pianist George Winston will perform at the Kauffman Center on December 12 in Helzberg Hall, returning after his successful engagement in 2016. This event is part of the 2018-2019 Kauffman Center Presents series and is presented in partnership with Nitelite Promotions.
CRUCIBLE: LIFE & DEATH IN 1918 Exhibition Opens at National WWI Museum And Memorial
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2018
The opening of the special exhibition Crucible: Life & Death in 1918 and a timely program focused on the complex issue of protection and detection of chemical weapons highlight the April events at the National WWI Museum and Memorial.
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2018
The opening of the special exhibition Crucible: Life & Death in 1918 and a timely program focused on the complex issue of protection and detection of chemical weapons highlight the April events at the National WWI Museum and Memorial.
Broadway Stars Bring A FINE BROMANCE to MTH Theater at Crown Center
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2018
Direct from their sold-out engagement at Feinstein's/54 Below in New York City, MTH is excited to welcome Jeff Kready and Tally Sessions to MTH's Stage 2 on April 16. A FINE BROMANCE, Jeff and Tally's critically acclaimed show promises an evening of soaring tenor and booming baritone duets, with tunes taken from musical theater and the American Songbook. With nearly a dozen Broadway credits between them, the show features stories from life backstage on Broadway as they make you laugh, cry, and some of it will even be on purpose.
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2018
Direct from their sold-out engagement at Feinstein's/54 Below in New York City, MTH is excited to welcome Jeff Kready and Tally Sessions to MTH's Stage 2 on April 16. A FINE BROMANCE, Jeff and Tally's critically acclaimed show promises an evening of soaring tenor and booming baritone duets, with tunes taken from musical theater and the American Songbook. With nearly a dozen Broadway credits between them, the show features stories from life backstage on Broadway as they make you laugh, cry, and some of it will even be on purpose.
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