Shirley White News

Semifinalists Announced For KC SUPERSTAR Singing Competition

by A.A. Cristi — May 8, 2023

Now in its 14th year, KC SuperStar is Kansas City's premiere high school singing competition a la 'American Idol/The Voice'.

Victor Raider-Wexler to Star In EDDIE: THE FRIENDSHIP THAT CHANGED HISTORY At The White Theatre

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 1, 2023

As Israel celebrates its 75th anniversary as a modern nation in May, The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City (The J) and Kansas City Actors Theatre present the one-man show 'Eddie: The Friendship That Changed History'.

Lewis And Shirley White Theatre at The J & The Culture House to Present VILNA: A RESISTANCE STORY This Month

by Blair Ingenthron — April 8, 2023

An exciting new work of theatre will burst onto the local arts scene in April with the musical 'Vilna: A Resistance Story' - a partnership production by The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City (The J) and The Culture House.

The J & BRTKC Partner to Bring A RAISIN IN THE SUN to the Stage

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 10, 2023

Lorraine Hansberry's classic drama 'A Raisin in the Sun,' comes to life on stage in a partnership production by The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City (The J) and the Black Repertory Theatre of Kansas City (BRTKC).

The White Theatre Presents KINKY BOOTS Beginning This Weekend

by Stephi Wild — January 23, 2023

The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at The Jewish Community Center (The J) will warm up your cold winter nights with its upcoming production of the sizzling Broadway Musical 'Kinky Boots' opening Saturday evening, Jan.

THE JEWISH NUTCRACKER Comes to The White Theatre

by Stephi Wild — December 5, 2022

The perfect holiday confection will 'spin' into The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at The Jewish Community Center (The J) as 'The Jewish Nutcracker' returns for its second year with a total of three performances.

Special Offer: THE ADDAMS FAMILY at The White Theatre

by BWW Special Offer — November 7, 2022

Special Offer: See a family that's as wacky as your own!

The White Theatre to Present THE ADDAMS FAMILY This Month

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 17, 2022

Join Gomez, Morticia and the whole kooky, spooky family as they take up residence at The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre of The Jewish Community Center (The J) in musical 'The Addams Family' as the opening production of its 2022-2023 season.

Theatre in the Park INDOOR Presents ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE, Now Playing!

by Stephi Wild — October 5, 2022

Country singer Patsy Cline became one of the most celebrated crossover artists of the 1950s and early 1960s known for her hits, including 'Crazy' and 'Walking After Midnight.

A PLACE FOR US: A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF JEWISH BROADWAY is Coming to The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 16, 2022

The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre will kick off its 2022-2023 season with an homage to that contribution with a special one-performance concert on Sunday, Oct.

Theatre in the Park INDOOR Presents ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE

by Stephi Wild — September 13, 2022

Country singer Patsy Cline became one of the most celebrated crossover artists of the 1950s and early 1960s known for her hits, including 'Crazy' and 'Walking After Midnight.

THE SPONGEBOB MUSCAL Comes to Theatre in the Park This Week

by Stephi Wild — July 27, 2022

Kansas City Jewish Film Festival Returns To In-Person Events With 11 Award-Winning Films

by Grace Cutler — July 16, 2022

Eleven award-winning movies will be featured as part of the 22nd Kansas City Jewish Film Festival (KCJFF), presented by The Lewis and Shirley White Theatre at The Jewish Community Center (The J).

White Theatre Presents World Premier Of SURVIVING HITLER, April 9-14

by A.A. Cristi — April 6, 2022

The White Theatre presents world premiere of “Surviving Hitler” April 9-14; the play is the story of the co-founder of Midwest Center for Holocaust Education.

The White Theatre to Present SURVIVING HITLER

by Marissa Tomeo — March 26, 2022

It was 1939 when a 12-year-old Jack Mandelbaum’s world was completely turned upside down.

The JOCUNDA FESTIVAL presents AN INSTITUTION by Daniel A. Takacs

by Stephi Wild — April 5, 2021

The JOCUNDA FESTIVAL presents AN INSTITUTION by Daniel A.

Top 10 Finalists Announced for 2020 KC SUPERSTAR; Winner to be Chosen Through Virtual Event Later This Summer

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 10, 2020

Ten high school students* from the across the metro have been selected as finalists for KC SuperStar 2020! The Top 10 were announced in a virtual live-streamed program featuring mini-performances by all 23 semifinalists.

KC SuperStar Top 10 Finalists Announced

by Stephi Wild — June 17, 2020

Ten high school students* from the across the metro have been selected as finalists for KC SuperStar 2020! The Top 10 were announced in a virtual live-streamed program featuring mini-performances by all 23 semifinalists.

Two Days Left to Vote for KC SuperStar

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 8, 2020

Frustrated by how many things you can't do under COVID-19 restrictions? Here's something you can do - help choose one of the 10 Finalists for KC SuperStar!