One Week Left To Submit Nominations for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards!
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2018
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2018
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
BWW Review: BONNIE & CLYDE at The Forum Theatre Company
by Paula Makar - October 08, 2018
This musical is the perfect choice for Wichita, as most of the action takes place on familiar territory, from West Texas to Missouri, from Arkansas to Kansas, at the height of the Great Depression. Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow went from two small-town nobodies to America's most renowned folk heroes and Texas law enforcement's worst nightmares.
by Paula Makar - October 08, 2018
This musical is the perfect choice for Wichita, as most of the action takes place on familiar territory, from West Texas to Missouri, from Arkansas to Kansas, at the height of the Great Depression. Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow went from two small-town nobodies to America's most renowned folk heroes and Texas law enforcement's worst nightmares.
38th William Inge Festival Honors Octavio Solis
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2018
The William Inge Center for the Arts is pleased to announce playwright Octavio Solis will be the recipient of the 2019 Distinguished Achievement in the American Theater Award for his outstanding contributions to the national theater landscape. Solis will be presented the award at the 38th annual William Inge Theater Festival, the Official Theatre Festival of the State of Kansas, at Independence Community College, in Independence, Kansas. The festival will be held May 22-25, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2018
The William Inge Center for the Arts is pleased to announce playwright Octavio Solis will be the recipient of the 2019 Distinguished Achievement in the American Theater Award for his outstanding contributions to the national theater landscape. Solis will be presented the award at the 38th annual William Inge Theater Festival, the Official Theatre Festival of the State of Kansas, at Independence Community College, in Independence, Kansas. The festival will be held May 22-25, 2019.
38th Annual William Inge Theater Festival Honors Playwright Octavio Solis
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2018
The William Inge Center for the Arts is pleased to announce playwright Octavio Solis will be the recipient of the 2019 Distinguished Achievement in the American Theater Award for his outstanding contributions to the national theater landscape. Solis will be presented the award at the 38th annual William Inge Theater Festival, the Official Theatre Festival of the State of Kansas, at Independence Community College, in Independence, Kansas. The festival will be held May 22-25, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2018
The William Inge Center for the Arts is pleased to announce playwright Octavio Solis will be the recipient of the 2019 Distinguished Achievement in the American Theater Award for his outstanding contributions to the national theater landscape. Solis will be presented the award at the 38th annual William Inge Theater Festival, the Official Theatre Festival of the State of Kansas, at Independence Community College, in Independence, Kansas. The festival will be held May 22-25, 2019.
Nominations Now Open for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards!
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2018
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2018
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
Kansas City Chiefs Lineman Mitchell Schwartz Will Share Love of Food in the Social Hall of the Jewish Community Center
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2018
Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Mitchell Schwartz will share his passions on and off the football field, during a program on Monday night, Oct. 15, in the Social Hall of the Jewish Community Center, 5801 W 115th Street in Overland Park.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2018
Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Mitchell Schwartz will share his passions on and off the football field, during a program on Monday night, Oct. 15, in the Social Hall of the Jewish Community Center, 5801 W 115th Street in Overland Park.
CURTAIN UP! Comes To Music Theatre Wichita Next Season
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita's annual fundraiser CURTAIN UP! is already slated to happen May 30, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita's annual fundraiser CURTAIN UP! is already slated to happen May 30, 2019.
THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY Comes To Theatre Lawrence
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2018
Jason Robert Brown's THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY is running from Sept. 21 to Oct. 7 at Theatre Lawrence.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2018
Jason Robert Brown's THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY is running from Sept. 21 to Oct. 7 at Theatre Lawrence.
Rebel Playhouse & Lawrence Arts Center Present New Musical About Non-Binary Youth
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2018
The Lawrence Arts Center and NYC-based theater company Rebel Playhouse are pleased to present the workshop production of a new musical, THE FANTASTICAL DANGEROUS JOURNEY OF Q, written by Ric Averill with music by Dax Dupuy, directed and choreographed by Sarah Sutliff, and with music direction by Christina Bottley. The show features the talents of local actors as well as that of Clara Kundin, a Lawrence native who is returning to the city from NYC to perform in the show.
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2018
The Lawrence Arts Center and NYC-based theater company Rebel Playhouse are pleased to present the workshop production of a new musical, THE FANTASTICAL DANGEROUS JOURNEY OF Q, written by Ric Averill with music by Dax Dupuy, directed and choreographed by Sarah Sutliff, and with music direction by Christina Bottley. The show features the talents of local actors as well as that of Clara Kundin, a Lawrence native who is returning to the city from NYC to perform in the show.
SPEAK UP Walk To Combat Teen Suicide And Raise Awareness
Announced
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2018
It's been three years since Karen and Steve Arkin received the chilling news that their beloved son Jason, a brilliant student at Northwestern University, died by suicide.
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2018
It's been three years since Karen and Steve Arkin received the chilling news that their beloved son Jason, a brilliant student at Northwestern University, died by suicide.
BWW Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Music Theatre Wichita
by Paula Makar - August 13, 2018
I had the pleasure of seeing The Little Mermaid in the MTW 2011 Season, so I was really looking forward to seeing it again this season. I must say, it did not disappoint. With all the brilliant singing, colorful costumes and sets, and spritely choreography, The Little Mermaid is a perfect season finale!
by Paula Makar - August 13, 2018
I had the pleasure of seeing The Little Mermaid in the MTW 2011 Season, so I was really looking forward to seeing it again this season. I must say, it did not disappoint. With all the brilliant singing, colorful costumes and sets, and spritely choreography, The Little Mermaid is a perfect season finale!
Photo Flash: First Look at THE LITTLE MERMAID at Music Theatre Wichita
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita concludes its 2018 Season with the return of Disney's "The Little Mermaid," directed and choreographed by Linda Goodrich, with musical direction by Thomas W. Douglas. The 60-member cast includes Broadway veterans working alongside some of the nation's most promising new talent, all showcased in an brand-new staging, featuring imaginative sets and costumes inspired by the classic Disney film. In 2011, Music Theatre Wichita was one of the first three theatres in the country to receive permission from the Disney Company to produce this title following its Broadway run, and the new edition marks the local premiere of the newly revised script and score. "The Little Mermaid" runs for ten performances, August 8-18 at the Century II Concert Hall in downtown Wichita, Kansas.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita concludes its 2018 Season with the return of Disney's "The Little Mermaid," directed and choreographed by Linda Goodrich, with musical direction by Thomas W. Douglas. The 60-member cast includes Broadway veterans working alongside some of the nation's most promising new talent, all showcased in an brand-new staging, featuring imaginative sets and costumes inspired by the classic Disney film. In 2011, Music Theatre Wichita was one of the first three theatres in the country to receive permission from the Disney Company to produce this title following its Broadway run, and the new edition marks the local premiere of the newly revised script and score. "The Little Mermaid" runs for ten performances, August 8-18 at the Century II Concert Hall in downtown Wichita, Kansas.
TV: THE LITTLE MERMAID Swims Into Music Theatre Wichita
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita concludes its 2018 Season with the return of Disney's "The Little Mermaid," directed and choreographed by Linda Goodrich, with musical direction by Thomas W. Douglas. The 60-member cast includes Broadway veterans working alongside some of the nation's most promising new talent, all showcased in an brand-new staging, featuring imaginative sets and costumes inspired by the classic Disney film. In 2011, Music Theatre Wichita was one of the first three theatres in the country to receive permission from the Disney Company to produce this title following its Broadway run, and the new edition marks the local premiere of the newly revised script and score. "The Little Mermaid" runs for ten performances, August 8-18 at the Century II Concert Hall in downtown Wichita, Kansas.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita concludes its 2018 Season with the return of Disney's "The Little Mermaid," directed and choreographed by Linda Goodrich, with musical direction by Thomas W. Douglas. The 60-member cast includes Broadway veterans working alongside some of the nation's most promising new talent, all showcased in an brand-new staging, featuring imaginative sets and costumes inspired by the classic Disney film. In 2011, Music Theatre Wichita was one of the first three theatres in the country to receive permission from the Disney Company to produce this title following its Broadway run, and the new edition marks the local premiere of the newly revised script and score. "The Little Mermaid" runs for ten performances, August 8-18 at the Century II Concert Hall in downtown Wichita, Kansas.
BWW Review: PIPPIN at Music Theatre Wichita
by Paula Makar - July 27, 2018
Everything old is new again. This iteration of Pippin, masterfully directed and choreographed by Al Blackstone, has one foot in the original 1972 Bob Fosse version and the other foot in the 2013 Diane Paulus 'Cirque' Revival.
by Paula Makar - July 27, 2018
Everything old is new again. This iteration of Pippin, masterfully directed and choreographed by Al Blackstone, has one foot in the original 1972 Bob Fosse version and the other foot in the 2013 Diane Paulus 'Cirque' Revival.
Photo Flash: Music Theatre Wichita Presents PIPPIN
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita continues its 2018 Season with one of the first regional productions of the newly revised Pippin, reflecting the changes composer-lyricist Stephen Schwartz and librettist Roger O. Hirson introduced in the 2013 Broadway revival. Directed and choreographed by Emmy-nominated Al Blackstone ("So You Think You Can Dance"), the lavish production features a 32-member cast in an all-new staging. The fourth of five self-produced musicals in MTWichita's 2018 season, the run continues through July 29. Disney's The Little Mermaid will conclude the season August 8-18.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita continues its 2018 Season with one of the first regional productions of the newly revised Pippin, reflecting the changes composer-lyricist Stephen Schwartz and librettist Roger O. Hirson introduced in the 2013 Broadway revival. Directed and choreographed by Emmy-nominated Al Blackstone ("So You Think You Can Dance"), the lavish production features a 32-member cast in an all-new staging. The fourth of five self-produced musicals in MTWichita's 2018 season, the run continues through July 29. Disney's The Little Mermaid will conclude the season August 8-18.
VIDEO: Get A First Look At PIPPIN At MT Wichita
by Alan Henry - July 26, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita continues its 2018 Season with one of the first regional productions of the newly revised Pippin, reflecting the changes composer-lyricist Stephen Schwartz and librettist Roger O. Hirson introduced in the 2013 Broadway revival. Directed and choreographed by Emmy-nominated Al Blackstone ("So You Think You Can Dance"), the lavish production features a 32-member cast in an all-new staging. The fourth of five self-produced musicals in MTWichita's 2018 season, the run continues through July 29. Disney's The Little Mermaid will conclude the season August 8-18.
by Alan Henry - July 26, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita continues its 2018 Season with one of the first regional productions of the newly revised Pippin, reflecting the changes composer-lyricist Stephen Schwartz and librettist Roger O. Hirson introduced in the 2013 Broadway revival. Directed and choreographed by Emmy-nominated Al Blackstone ("So You Think You Can Dance"), the lavish production features a 32-member cast in an all-new staging. The fourth of five self-produced musicals in MTWichita's 2018 season, the run continues through July 29. Disney's The Little Mermaid will conclude the season August 8-18.
Stifel Theatre's HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! On Sale Friday
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2018
Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical returns to St. Louis for the first time since 2011 when it comes to Stifel Theatre (formerly Peabody Opera House) December 13 to December 16, 2018. Hailed by The New York Times as "100 times better than any bedtime story," this classic holiday musical will enchant adults and children alike. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, July 27 at 10 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2018
Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical returns to St. Louis for the first time since 2011 when it comes to Stifel Theatre (formerly Peabody Opera House) December 13 to December 16, 2018. Hailed by The New York Times as "100 times better than any bedtime story," this classic holiday musical will enchant adults and children alike. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, July 27 at 10 a.m.
Sci-Fi Epic Premieres At KC Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2018
Take one part Guardians of the Galaxy, one part Monty Python, add a pinch of Buck Rogers, stir in some topical comedy - and the result is Rex Dexter of Mars, a new radio theatre production by Right Between the Ears, premiering July 21 at the 2018 KC Fringe Festival.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2018
Take one part Guardians of the Galaxy, one part Monty Python, add a pinch of Buck Rogers, stir in some topical comedy - and the result is Rex Dexter of Mars, a new radio theatre production by Right Between the Ears, premiering July 21 at the 2018 KC Fringe Festival.
BWW Review: FREAKY FRIDAY at Music Theatre Wichita
by Paula Makar - July 15, 2018
Mothers, grab your daughters and run to see this production of Freaky Friday before it closes. I never expected such a well-crafted, intimate piece of theater from the people at Disney, but I am so glad I had the opportunity to see this gem.
by Paula Makar - July 15, 2018
Mothers, grab your daughters and run to see this production of Freaky Friday before it closes. I never expected such a well-crafted, intimate piece of theater from the people at Disney, but I am so glad I had the opportunity to see this gem.
Photo Flash: Music Theatre Wichita Presents FREAKY FRIDAY
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita continues its 2018 Season with the new Disney musical Freaky Friday. The third of five locally produced Broadway-scale productions, Freaky Friday plays July 11-15 at the Century II Concert Hall in downtown Wichita, KS.
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita continues its 2018 Season with the new Disney musical Freaky Friday. The third of five locally produced Broadway-scale productions, Freaky Friday plays July 11-15 at the Century II Concert Hall in downtown Wichita, KS.
PIPPIN Comes To Music Theatre Wichita This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita presents PIPPIN, running from July 25 to July 29.
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita presents PIPPIN, running from July 25 to July 29.
Sci-Fi Epic Premieres At KC Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2018
Take one part Guardians of the Galaxy, one part Monty Python, add a pinch of Buck Rogers, stir in some topical comedy - and the result is Rex Dexter of Mars, a new radio theatre production by Right Between the Ears, premiering July 21 at the 2018 KC Fringe Festival.
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2018
Take one part Guardians of the Galaxy, one part Monty Python, add a pinch of Buck Rogers, stir in some topical comedy - and the result is Rex Dexter of Mars, a new radio theatre production by Right Between the Ears, premiering July 21 at the 2018 KC Fringe Festival.
Photo Flash Music Theatre Wichita Presents GUYS AND DOLLS
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita continues its 2018 Season with a fresh take on the classic musical Guys and Dolls. The second of five locally produced Broadway-scale productions, Guys and Dolls plays June 27-July 1 at the Century II Concert Hall in downtown Wichita, KS.
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita continues its 2018 Season with a fresh take on the classic musical Guys and Dolls. The second of five locally produced Broadway-scale productions, Guys and Dolls plays June 27-July 1 at the Century II Concert Hall in downtown Wichita, KS.
VIDEO: Music Theatre Wichita Presents GUYS AND DOLLS
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita continues its 2018 Season with a fresh take on the classic musical Guys and Dolls. The second of five locally produced Broadway-scale productions, Guys and Dolls plays June 27-July 1 at the Century II Concert Hall in downtown Wichita, KS.
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2018
Music Theatre Wichita continues its 2018 Season with a fresh take on the classic musical Guys and Dolls. The second of five locally produced Broadway-scale productions, Guys and Dolls plays June 27-July 1 at the Century II Concert Hall in downtown Wichita, KS.
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Hadestown (Non-Equity)
Century II Concert Hall (3/20 - 3/22) | |
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Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN
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STOMP
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HADESTOWN
Century II Concert Hall (3/20 - 3/22) | |
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