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BWW Reviews: Spirited UPON A MIDNIGHT DREARY at Serenity Bed and Breakfast Inn
by Alison Bridget Chambers - October 27, 2015
"Upon A Midnight Dreary", the first attempt by Jamie Rhoads of John Henry Theatre Company, had a short three performance run at Serenity Bed and Breakfast Inn this weekend.  Though it was a rough start, there is the potential percolating with this company.
Last Call! One Week Left to Nominate for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - October 23, 2015
Last call! ??This is your last chance to nominate for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2014 and September 2015. Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
Nominations Open for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - October 07, 2015
Nominations have now opened for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 2014 and September 2015. Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
Photo Flash: Music Theatre Wichita Rounds Out 44th Summer Season with HELLO, DOLLY! This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2015
Music Theatre Wichita finishes its 44th summer season with an all-new production of HELLO, DOLLY!, running this weekend, August 5-9 at Century II Concert Hall in Wichita. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast onstage below!
Photo Flash: Music Theatre Wichita Rounds Out 44th Summer Season with HELLO, DOLLY!
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2015
Music Theatre Wichita finishes its 44th summer season with an all-new production of HELLO, DOLLY!, running August 5-9 at Century II Concert Hall in Wichita. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast onstage below!
BIG FISH Opens Tomorrow at Music Theatre Wichita
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2015
Music Theatre Wichita continues its 44th summer season with Andrew Lippa and John August's Big Fish the musical,  a stage adaptation based on the novel by Daniel Wallace and subsequent Tim Burton film.
Last Chance to Register for ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by Alison Bridget Chambers - July 20, 2015
Broadway Academy of Performing, a kid's theatre camp hosted by Newman University Theatre Department, is now accepting registrations.
BWW Reviews: MY SON PINOCCHIO at Music Theatre Wichita
by Alison Bridget Chambers - July 02, 2015
Disney's My Son Pinocchio is an enchanting little evening. Simple, soft and sweet, Pinocchio has lovely melodies by Stephen Schwartz, book by David I. Stern and direction by Wayne Bryan.
Photo Flash: Stephen Schwartz and David I. Stern Attend MTWichita's MY SON PINOCCHIO Opening
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2015
Creators Stephen Schwartz (music and lyrics) and David I. Stern (libretto) attended the opening night performance of Music Theatre Wichita's brand new production of Disney's My Son Pinocchio, the stage adaptation of Schwartz and Stern's 2000 TV film 'Geppetto.' Also congratulating the cast and crew were David R. Scott of Disney Theatrical, and J. B. Kaufman, author of the new book 'Pinocchio: The Making of the Disney Epic.' Scroll down for photos from the opening festivities, plus click here for shots from the preview!
Photo Flash: Schwartz & Stern Set for Tonight's Opening of MTWichita's MY SON PINOCCHIO
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2015
Creators David I. Stern (libretto) and Stephen Schwartz (music and lyrics) will be on hand tonight, June 24, when Music Theatre Wichita continues its 44th summer season with the professional theatre debut of Disney's My Son Pinocchio, a new stage adaptation of the famous story, based on the TV film 'Geppetto' and inspired by Disney's animated classic film. Scroll down for a look at the cast in action!
Photo Flash: First Look at MTWichita's MY SON PINOCCHIO; Schwartz & Stern Set for Opening Night
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2015
Creators David I. Stern (libretto) and Stephen Schwartz (music and lyrics) will be on hand June 24 when Music Theatre Wichita continues its 44th summer season with the professional theatre debut of Disney's My Son Pinocchio, a new stage adaptation of the famous story, based on the TV film 'Geppetto' and inspired by Disney's animated classic film. Scroll down for a first look at the cast in action!
Music Theatre Wichita Opens Season with AIDA Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2015
Music Theatre Wichita opens its 44th summer season June 10-14 with the first of its five large-scale productions, Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida at Century II Concert Hall in downtown Wichita, KS. This marks the 28th season for producing artistic director Wayne Bryan.
Zakiya Young, Andrew Samonsky and More Set for Music Theatre Wichita's 44th Season, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2015
Music Theatre Wichita's 44th Season includes Elton John and Tim Rice's 'Aida,' the professional premiere of Disney's 'My Son Pinocchio,' the area debuts of 'Billy Elliot - The Musical' and 'Big Fish,' and the return of 'Hello, Dolly!' after a 21-year absence.
BWW Interviews: Theatre Camp Enrolling, GODSPELL
by Alison Bridget Chambers - May 12, 2015
Broadway Academy of Performing, a kid's theatre camp hosted by Newman University Theatre Department, is now accepting registrations. The camp dates will be May 30th through June 6th at Newman University in Wichita, KS. Kids ages 11-20 are eligible, and campers under 11 years can be day campers.
BWW Reviews: NOISES OFF at Center for the Arts
by Alison Bridget Chambers - April 23, 2015
Noises Off, by Michael Frayn, is playing at Center for the Arts Theatre. Directed by Dan Schuster, the comedic farce Noises Off is the final production of the season.
Casting Set for Music Theatre Wichita's 2015 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2015
Casting is announced today for Music Theatre Wichita's 44th Season, which includes Elton John and Tim Rice's "Aida," the professional premiere of Disney's "My Son Pinocchio," the area debuts of "Billy Elliot - The Musical" and "Big Fish," and the return of "Hello, Dolly!" after a 21 year absence.
Zakiya Young, Andrew Samonsky and More Set for Music Theatre Wichita's 44th Season; Casting Announced!
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2015
Casting is announced today for Music Theatre Wichita's 44th Season, which includes Elton John and Tim Rice's 'Aida,' the professional premiere of Disney's 'My Son Pinocchio,' the area debuts of 'Billy Elliot - The Musical' and 'Big Fish,' and the return of 'Hello, Dolly!' after a 21-year absence.
OCTA Announces 41st Season: SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK LIVE, GOOD PEOPLE, and More
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2015
The Olathe Civic Theatre Association (OCTA) Board of Directors has announced its 41st season for 2015-2016, unveiling a balance of genres and directors that promise to propel the theatre into the next phase of its success.
Tickets to IngeTheater Festival Now on Sale
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2015
The William Inge Theater Festival, the Official Theater Festival of the State of Kansas, will take place April 17-19, at Independence Community College, Independence, KS. Tickets for all Festival events can be purchased at www.ingecenter.org/tickets, or by calling the office, (620) 332-5491, Monday through Friday, between
THE MUSICAL OF MUSICALS (THE MUSICAL!) to Play Olathe Civic Theatre Association
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2015
Olathe Civic Theatre Association (OCTA) will present The Musical of Musicals (The Musical!) February 13-March 1. It is the third production in OCTA's 2014-15 "40th Anniversary Year" line up.
BWW Reviews: ALWAYS… PATSY CLINE Always a Crowd Pleaser
by Alison Bridget Chambers - February 11, 2015
Roxy's Downtown is roaring back into Wichita's booming theatre scene. Originally Roxy's nightclub, then Cabaret Oldtown, now Roxy's Downtown has gone through several transformations. Their latest production, Always… Patsy Cline, by Ted Swindley, is keeping the eager audiences satisfied.
BWW Reviews: AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY Regional Premiere at Wichita Community Theatre
by Alison Bridget Chambers - February 03, 2015
Wichita's theatre community has been buzzing with the hype of August: Osage County by Tracy Letts. The regional premiere of the 2008 Pulitzer Prize winning play is taking place at Wichita Community Theatre January 29th through February 15th. A multi-generational ensemble of some of Wichita's finest actors gave an opportunity for many actors and technicians to stretch their limits and challenge themselves, in a way only a magnificent script can.
BWW Seeks Editors in Wichita
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2015
BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to head up feature coverage in Wichita.
2014 BroadwayWorld Wichita Winners Announced - Deb Campbell, Darcie Roberts & More!
by BWW Special Coverage - January 16, 2015
Votes are cast; polls are closed; and results have been tabulated! This was our biggest year yet! After a record number of voters in more than 60 regions worldwide, BroadwayWorld is very excited to announce the 2014 Wichita winners! Thanks to all who voted, and huge congratulations to all the winners!
Last Chance to Vote for the BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - December 26, 2014
It's your last week to vote for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Wichita Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 26th. Voting closes at the end of the year, in under one week!

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