Lightwire Theater brings a classic tale to the modern stage in an unforgettable theatrical experience. Lined with electroluminescent wire, the beloved story of “The Ugly Duckling” plays out on stage through a cutting-edge blend of puppetry, technology, and dance. With dazzling visuals, poignant choreography and the creative use of music, ranging from classical to pop, this production brings the well-known story into a brilliant new light.
Ages: Recommended for ages 4 and up.
The Acting Company in "Great Expectations" (2/14/26-2/14/26)
The Acting Company in "A Midsummer Night's Dream" (2/15/26-2/15/26)
"Secrets of Space" (3/6/26-3/6/26)
Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College is at 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS.
Collage Dance Collective: (11/14/25-11/14/25)
Cirque Mechanics in (11/7/25-11/7/25)
New Dance Partners - The Ultimate Collaboration (9/19/25-9/20/25)
The Making of Our Planet: Life on Our Planet with Dan Tapster (5/1/25-5/2/25)
'The Pa'akai We Bring' (4/25/25-4/26/25)
Uptown (4/19/25-4/19/25)
Omnium Circus: 'I'm Possible' (4/11/25-4/11/25)
Trailblazing Women of Country: From Patsy to Loretta to Dolly (3/29/25-3/29/25)
Trey McLaughlin and the Sounds of Zamar (3/28/25-3/28/25)
'Maya and the Magic Ring' (3/27/25-3/30/25)
Videos
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The Acting Company in
Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (2/15 - 2/15) | |
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Blue Valley West Theatre (2/5 - 2/7) | |
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STEREOPHONIC
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts (4/7 - 4/12) | |
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Rent
The White Theatre at The J (1/31 - 2/22) | |
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Ebeneezer Scrooge's Big KC MO Christmas Show
Unicorn Theartre (12/3 - 12/28) | |
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Trojan Women MCI
Unicorn Theartre (3/11 - 3/29) | |
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The Nutcracker: International Ballet Stars in Kansas City, MO! On December 11, 2025
Kansas City Music Hall (12/11 - 12/11) | |
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Secrets of Space
Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College (3/6 - 3/6) | |
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