BWW Review: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at White
by Alan Portner - February 09, 2018
This community theatre production co-directed by Zach Faust and Steven Eubank both cooks and works. The actors have made these characters their own.
by Alan Portner - February 09, 2018
This community theatre production co-directed by Zach Faust and Steven Eubank both cooks and works. The actors have made these characters their own.
CHICAGO Comes to Barn Players for Eight Performances Only!
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2018
"C'mon babe! Why don't we paint the town?" Entertainment Weekly calls CHICAGO "Broadway's Most Electrifying Show!" Now for 8-performances only, Thursday, March 1st through Sunday, March 11th, the Barn Players bring this modern musical classic to their new home at downtown's Arts Asylum: 1000 East 9th Street, (off Harrison Street), Kansas City, MO 64106.
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2018
"C'mon babe! Why don't we paint the town?" Entertainment Weekly calls CHICAGO "Broadway's Most Electrifying Show!" Now for 8-performances only, Thursday, March 1st through Sunday, March 11th, the Barn Players bring this modern musical classic to their new home at downtown's Arts Asylum: 1000 East 9th Street, (off Harrison Street), Kansas City, MO 64106.
Kauffman Center To Receive National Endowment For The Arts Grant
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2018
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu has approved more than $25 million in grants as part of the NEA's first major funding announcement for fiscal year 2018. Included in this announcement is an Art Works grant of $25,000 to the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. This award is the largest NEA grant awarded to the Kauffman Center in support of Future Stages Festival. The festival is a free community event that provides opportunities for future artists to take center stage at the Kauffman Center. The Art Works category is the NEA's largest funding category and supports projects that focus on the creation of art that meets the highest standards of excellence, public engagement with diverse and excellent art, lifelong learning in the arts, and/or the strengthening of communities through the arts.
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2018
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu has approved more than $25 million in grants as part of the NEA's first major funding announcement for fiscal year 2018. Included in this announcement is an Art Works grant of $25,000 to the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. This award is the largest NEA grant awarded to the Kauffman Center in support of Future Stages Festival. The festival is a free community event that provides opportunities for future artists to take center stage at the Kauffman Center. The Art Works category is the NEA's largest funding category and supports projects that focus on the creation of art that meets the highest standards of excellence, public engagement with diverse and excellent art, lifelong learning in the arts, and/or the strengthening of communities through the arts.
SEX WITH STRANGERS Comes to KCRep's Copaken Stage This March
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
Kansas City Repertory Theatre's Assistant Artistic Director, Chip Miller, takes the helm as director when KCRep mounts Laura Eason's modern take on love in the digital age, SEX WITH STRANGERS, March 2- 25, 2018 on the Copaken Stage.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
Kansas City Repertory Theatre's Assistant Artistic Director, Chip Miller, takes the helm as director when KCRep mounts Laura Eason's modern take on love in the digital age, SEX WITH STRANGERS, March 2- 25, 2018 on the Copaken Stage.
KC Rep Adds Special Sensory-Friendly Performance of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
Artistic Director Eric Rosen and Associate Artistic Director/Director of New Works, Marissa Wolf, announced the addition of a 'Sensory-Friendly' performance to the regular run of the 2015 Tony Award-Winning play THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME at Spencer Theatre on the UMKC campus. The play, adapted by Simon Stephens, is based on the bestselling novel by Mark Haddon. At KCRep, CURIOUS INCIDENT is directed by Marissa Wolf.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
Artistic Director Eric Rosen and Associate Artistic Director/Director of New Works, Marissa Wolf, announced the addition of a 'Sensory-Friendly' performance to the regular run of the 2015 Tony Award-Winning play THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME at Spencer Theatre on the UMKC campus. The play, adapted by Simon Stephens, is based on the bestselling novel by Mark Haddon. At KCRep, CURIOUS INCIDENT is directed by Marissa Wolf.
KC Rep Announces SEX WITH STRANGERS
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
Kansas City Repertory Theatre's Assistant Artistic Director, Chip Miller, takes the helm as director when KCRep mounts Laura Eason's modern take on love in the digital age, SEX WITH STRANGERS, March 2- 25, 2018 on the Copaken Stage.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
Kansas City Repertory Theatre's Assistant Artistic Director, Chip Miller, takes the helm as director when KCRep mounts Laura Eason's modern take on love in the digital age, SEX WITH STRANGERS, March 2- 25, 2018 on the Copaken Stage.
BWW Review: THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME at Kansas City Repertory Theatre
by Alan Portner - February 05, 2018
Kansas City Repertory Theatre's re-imagined production of Simon Stephen's 2013 award winning "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time" is funny, inventive, touching, and deeply engaging for its audience.
by Alan Portner - February 05, 2018
Kansas City Repertory Theatre's re-imagined production of Simon Stephen's 2013 award winning "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time" is funny, inventive, touching, and deeply engaging for its audience.
2018 Kicks Off With VIOLET at Olathe Civic Theatre Association
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2018
Olathe Civic Theatre Association (OCTA) begins 2018 with the award-winning musical Violet, an inspiring story of a girl with a disfiguring scar who sets out on a journey to seek healing and finds her true beauty along the way. With book and lyrics by Brian Crawley, music by Jeanine Tesori, and a story based on 'The Ugliest Pilgrim' by Doris Betts, this production is helmed by local theatre veterans Julie Ewing (director) and Kevin Bogan (music director). Violet runs three weekends February 9-25, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2018
Olathe Civic Theatre Association (OCTA) begins 2018 with the award-winning musical Violet, an inspiring story of a girl with a disfiguring scar who sets out on a journey to seek healing and finds her true beauty along the way. With book and lyrics by Brian Crawley, music by Jeanine Tesori, and a story based on 'The Ugliest Pilgrim' by Doris Betts, this production is helmed by local theatre veterans Julie Ewing (director) and Kevin Bogan (music director). Violet runs three weekends February 9-25, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm.
KCRep Announces Sensory Performance of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2018
Artistic Director Eric Rosen and Associate Artistic Director/Director of New Works, Marissa Wolf, announced the addition of a "Sensory-Friendly" performance to the regular run of the 2015 Tony Award-Winning play THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME at Spencer Theatre on the UMKC campus. The play, adapted by Simon Stephens, is based on the bestselling novel by Mark Haddon. At KCRep, CURIOUS INCIDENT is directed by Marissa Wolf.
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2018
Artistic Director Eric Rosen and Associate Artistic Director/Director of New Works, Marissa Wolf, announced the addition of a "Sensory-Friendly" performance to the regular run of the 2015 Tony Award-Winning play THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME at Spencer Theatre on the UMKC campus. The play, adapted by Simon Stephens, is based on the bestselling novel by Mark Haddon. At KCRep, CURIOUS INCIDENT is directed by Marissa Wolf.
MTH Partners With Girl Scouts of KS and MO
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2018
Building on the momentum of its nationally recognized education program, The MTH Theater at Crown Center has announced a partnership with the Girl Scouts of NE Kansas & NW Missouri to offer exclusive Girl Scout musical theater workshops throughout the year.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2018
Building on the momentum of its nationally recognized education program, The MTH Theater at Crown Center has announced a partnership with the Girl Scouts of NE Kansas & NW Missouri to offer exclusive Girl Scout musical theater workshops throughout the year.
YouTube Star Miranda Sings to Appear at Kauffman Center
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2018
Today, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced that YouTube comedy star Miranda Sings will bring her Miranda Sings Live ... Your Welcome tour to Muriel Kauffman Theatre on Sunday, March 25. This event is part of the 2017-2018 Kauffman Center Presents series.
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2018
Today, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced that YouTube comedy star Miranda Sings will bring her Miranda Sings Live ... Your Welcome tour to Muriel Kauffman Theatre on Sunday, March 25. This event is part of the 2017-2018 Kauffman Center Presents series.
BWW Review: FORBIDDEN BROADWAY at Starlight Theatre KC
by Paul Bolton - January 31, 2018
If you're in need of a good belly laugh that only high comedy can deliver you won't want to miss the latest incarnation of "Forbidden Broadway", now showing at the Starlight (indoor) Theatre in Kansas City. Showing Jan 30 thru Feb 4, 2018 this is true musical comedy parody fun.
by Paul Bolton - January 31, 2018
If you're in need of a good belly laugh that only high comedy can deliver you won't want to miss the latest incarnation of "Forbidden Broadway", now showing at the Starlight (indoor) Theatre in Kansas City. Showing Jan 30 thru Feb 4, 2018 this is true musical comedy parody fun.
Special Sensory-Friendly Performance Added To CURIOUS INCIDENT at Spencer Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2018
Artistic Director Eric Rosen and Associate Artistic Director/Director of New Works, Marissa Wolf, announced the addition of a "Sensory-Friendly" performance to the regular run of the 2015 Tony Award-Winning play THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME at Spencer Theatre on the UMKC campus. The play, adapted by Simon Stephens, is based on the bestselling novel by Mark Haddon. At KCRep, CURIOUS INCIDENT is directed by Marissa Wolf.
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2018
Artistic Director Eric Rosen and Associate Artistic Director/Director of New Works, Marissa Wolf, announced the addition of a "Sensory-Friendly" performance to the regular run of the 2015 Tony Award-Winning play THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME at Spencer Theatre on the UMKC campus. The play, adapted by Simon Stephens, is based on the bestselling novel by Mark Haddon. At KCRep, CURIOUS INCIDENT is directed by Marissa Wolf.
John Singer Sargent presents Exhibition and Program On African Americans In WWI
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2018
The opening of the special exhibition John Singer Sargent Gassed featuring the "monumental" work of art and a program examining the challenges endured by African Americans during the Great War are among the February events at the National WWI Museum and Memorial.
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2018
The opening of the special exhibition John Singer Sargent Gassed featuring the "monumental" work of art and a program examining the challenges endured by African Americans during the Great War are among the February events at the National WWI Museum and Memorial.
BWW Review: PROJECT DAWN at Unicorn Theatre
by Alan Portner - January 30, 2018
"Project Dawn," Karen Hartman's new play at the Unicorn Theatre, is powerfully heart-rending, often slyly funny, and serendipitously timely during a national conversation over drug abuse and sex trafficking.
by Alan Portner - January 30, 2018
"Project Dawn," Karen Hartman's new play at the Unicorn Theatre, is powerfully heart-rending, often slyly funny, and serendipitously timely during a national conversation over drug abuse and sex trafficking.
BWW Review: THAT OLD BLACK MAGIC at Quality Hill Playhouse
by Alan Portner - January 29, 2018
That Old Black Magic," runs now through February 18th at Quality Hill Playhouse in downtown Kansas City. A superior cast and outstanding backup musicians make for a typically professional evening of classic tunes this time by Harold Arlen.
by Alan Portner - January 29, 2018
That Old Black Magic," runs now through February 18th at Quality Hill Playhouse in downtown Kansas City. A superior cast and outstanding backup musicians make for a typically professional evening of classic tunes this time by Harold Arlen.
BWW Review: THE SECRET OF COURAGE at The Coterie Theatre
by Paul Bolton - January 26, 2018
The Secret of Courage by Laurie Brooks based on the story 'Imaginary Friends' by Terry Brooks, is an enchanting tale of heartache, friendship, and courage. Now showing at the Coterie Theatre in Crown Center near Downtown Kansas City MO. Combining live action with dramatic special effects this new play delights audiences with a message of inspiration.
by Paul Bolton - January 26, 2018
The Secret of Courage by Laurie Brooks based on the story 'Imaginary Friends' by Terry Brooks, is an enchanting tale of heartache, friendship, and courage. Now showing at the Coterie Theatre in Crown Center near Downtown Kansas City MO. Combining live action with dramatic special effects this new play delights audiences with a message of inspiration.
'Extraordinary' Painting Arrives At National WWI Museum And Memorial
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
One of the world's largest war-related paintings, Gassed by John Singer Sargent, is tentatively scheduled to arrive at the National WWI Museum and Memorial on Monday, Jan. 29 at approximately 6 p.m. Upon arrival in a crate weighing more than 2,000 pounds, a large crew will unload the massive painting and store it in the Museum and Memorial's new Wylie Gallery. The painting will remain in the crate until Wednesday, Jan. 31. At approximately 1 p.m., the painting will be placed on a custom-built wall within the Wylie Gallery by a large crew. Media are invited to cover both events from designated areas.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
One of the world's largest war-related paintings, Gassed by John Singer Sargent, is tentatively scheduled to arrive at the National WWI Museum and Memorial on Monday, Jan. 29 at approximately 6 p.m. Upon arrival in a crate weighing more than 2,000 pounds, a large crew will unload the massive painting and store it in the Museum and Memorial's new Wylie Gallery. The painting will remain in the crate until Wednesday, Jan. 31. At approximately 1 p.m., the painting will be placed on a custom-built wall within the Wylie Gallery by a large crew. Media are invited to cover both events from designated areas.
Central Standard Theatre Returns with British Invasion
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
Bob Paisley's Central Standard Theatre is back with another international program of mainly one-man shows with well -known actors who hail from the British Isles
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
Bob Paisley's Central Standard Theatre is back with another international program of mainly one-man shows with well -known actors who hail from the British Isles
THE ART OF THE BRICK to Feature LEGO Works of Art at Union Station
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
THE ART OF THE BRICK, a captivating exhibition, featuring intriguing works of art made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world, the LEGO brick, is set to make its debut at Union Station on January 25, 2018, in the Bank of America Gallery.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
THE ART OF THE BRICK, a captivating exhibition, featuring intriguing works of art made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world, the LEGO brick, is set to make its debut at Union Station on January 25, 2018, in the Bank of America Gallery.
Diana Krall to Perform Live at The Kauffman Center
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2018
Today, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced that jazz singer and pianist Diana Krall will perform in Muriel Kauffman Theatre on Saturday, June 16. Krall comes to Kansas City as part of her Turn Up The Quiet World Tour 2018. This event is part of the 2017-2018 Kauffman Center Presents series, and is presented in partnership with Mammoth.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2018
Today, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced that jazz singer and pianist Diana Krall will perform in Muriel Kauffman Theatre on Saturday, June 16. Krall comes to Kansas City as part of her Turn Up The Quiet World Tour 2018. This event is part of the 2017-2018 Kauffman Center Presents series, and is presented in partnership with Mammoth.
David Byrne Will Bring American Utopia Tour to Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Today, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced that iconic rock singer and songwriter David Byrne will perform in Muriel Kauffman Theatre on Thursday, June 7. Byrne comes to Kansas City as part of his American Utopia Tour. This event is part of the 2017-2018 Kauffman Center Presents series.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Today, the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts announced that iconic rock singer and songwriter David Byrne will perform in Muriel Kauffman Theatre on Thursday, June 7. Byrne comes to Kansas City as part of his American Utopia Tour. This event is part of the 2017-2018 Kauffman Center Presents series.
Trevor Noah Adds Second Show at Peabody Opera House
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
By popular demand, Trevor Noah announces a second show at the Peabody Opera House Friday, May 11 at 10pm. Tickets on sale Friday, January 26 At 11am from LiveNation.com or at the Scottrade Center Box Office, 800-745-3000.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
By popular demand, Trevor Noah announces a second show at the Peabody Opera House Friday, May 11 at 10pm. Tickets on sale Friday, January 26 At 11am from LiveNation.com or at the Scottrade Center Box Office, 800-745-3000.
Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre Presents Fantasy Play DEFYING GRAVITY
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2018
Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre kicks off the new year with DEFYING GRAVITY, a clever and uplifting fantasy written by Jane Anderson, with ear catching musings about art, religion and the outer limits of human possibility. MET's production is directed by Bob Stewart, featuring: Bailey Rose Steinke, Laura Jacobs, Robert Gibby Brand*, Lewis J. Morrow, Shawna Pe a-Downing, Nancy Nail, and Tim Ahlenius.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2018
Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre kicks off the new year with DEFYING GRAVITY, a clever and uplifting fantasy written by Jane Anderson, with ear catching musings about art, religion and the outer limits of human possibility. MET's production is directed by Bob Stewart, featuring: Bailey Rose Steinke, Laura Jacobs, Robert Gibby Brand*, Lewis J. Morrow, Shawna Pe a-Downing, Nancy Nail, and Tim Ahlenius.
Unicorn Theatre presents a Rolling World Premiere PROJECT DAWN
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
In this vital and surprisingly funny new play, seven actresses play fourteen characters on both sides of a radical new courtroom experiment. Every day these lawyers, judges, and social workers provide support for women desperate to escape the cycles of drug addiction, prostitution and poverty. In the tradition of Orange is the New Black, get a glimpse inside the lives of women struggling to change their circumstances against the odds. Playwright Karen Hartman explores the thin line that separates freedom from incarceration, inside the real life Project Dawn Court in Philadelphia, PA.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
In this vital and surprisingly funny new play, seven actresses play fourteen characters on both sides of a radical new courtroom experiment. Every day these lawyers, judges, and social workers provide support for women desperate to escape the cycles of drug addiction, prostitution and poverty. In the tradition of Orange is the New Black, get a glimpse inside the lives of women struggling to change their circumstances against the odds. Playwright Karen Hartman explores the thin line that separates freedom from incarceration, inside the real life Project Dawn Court in Philadelphia, PA.
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