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Louise Leakey, Paleoanthropologist: Digging for Humanity’s Origins at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

Dates: 1/27/2026

📍 Theatre:
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts


Louise Leakey, a distinguished paleoanthropologist and member of the renowned Leakey family, will explore the origins of humanity in her talk, focusing on why Homo sapiens remain the sole survivors of the genus Homo. This presentation is part of the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts' 2026 Trailblazing Talks series, featuring a lineup that includes acclaimed speakers from various fields, such as nature photography and exploration. Attendees will experience compelling stories supported by stunning visuals, encouraging reflection on humanity’s place within the greater ecological framework. A Q&A session will follow her engaging presentation.

Cast and Creative Team for Louise Leakey, Paleoanthropologist: Digging for Humanity’s Origins at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

Cast

Christine Eckstrom
Science Writer
Albert Lin
Explorer
Mattias Klum
Photographer
Conor Knighton
CBS Sunday Morning Correspondent
Louise Leakey
Paleoanthropologist
Frans Lanting
Photographer

Creative Team

Mercedes-Benz of Kansas City South
Sponsor.
Mercedes-Benz of Kansas City
Sponsor
John N. and Marilyn P. McConnell Foundation
Sponsor
Saint Luke’s Health System
Sponsor
Ellen McDonald
Publicist
Emily Lane
Director of Marketing & Community Engagement
Paul Schofer
President and CEO
Teresa and Tom Walsh Family Foundation
Sponsor

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