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Review: CATS at Music Theatre Wichita
by Susan Guntly - September 13, 2023
What did our reviewer think of 'Cats' at Music Theatre Wichita?
Review: DREAMGIRLS at Crown Arts Collaborative
by Susan Guntly - September 06, 2023
Crown Arts Collaborative presents the historical Kansas premiere of Dreamgirls by Tom Eyen and Henry Krieger. A coming-of-age story set in the tumultuous music scene of the 1960s, with a frank look into the brutally ambitious side of show business. The journey of a wide-eyed singing trio from Chicago, The Dreamettes, hoping to find stardom. They travel to The Apollo Theatre to try their luck in a talent competition.
SLOW NIGHT Begins Performances at Kechi Playhouse 9/8
by Paula Makar - September 01, 2023
Kechi Playhouse is happy to announce the fourth production of their 41st year: Slow Night, an original play by local playwright, Dawn DeProspo, September 8-October 1.
Previews: DREAMGIRLS at Crown Uptown
by Paula Makar - August 23, 2023
The Crown Arts Collaborative (CAC), a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization, kicks off its 2023 season with the powerful musical 'Dreamgirls,' set to grace the stage at the historic Crown Uptown Theatre. This captivating show promises to transport audiences into the heart of the entertainment industry's golden age, with performances running on weekends from August 25 to September 10, with Friday and Saturday showtimes at 8:00 PM, and Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM.
Johnson County Community College's Midwest Trust Center Presents Arts Education Shows for Schools and Families
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2023
Kara Armstrong, Arts Education Program Director, at the Midwest Trust Center presents the Fall 2023 series of Arts Education shows, featuring acclaimed artists from around the world and around the corner.
WILL YOU STILL LOVE ME IN THE MORNING? is Now Playing at Kechi Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2023
WILL YOU STILL LOVE ME IN THE MORNING? is now playing at Kechi Playhouse. Performances run through August 25.
Previews: WILL YOU STILL LOVE ME IN THE MORNING? at Kechi Playhouse
by Paula Makar - August 09, 2023
Kechi Playhouse is happy to announce the third production of their 41st year: Will You Still Love Me in the Morning by Brian Clemens and Dennis Spooner, August 4-27.
Music Theatre Wichita Hosts Musical Theatre for Adults Classes
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2023
Music Theatre Wichita hosts Musical Theatre for Adults classes beginning this month!
STARNIGHT Comes to Music Theatre Wichita in August
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2023
Join in for StarNight, an intimate cabaret-style concert experience featuring members of the Music Theatre Wichita 2023 Resident Ensemble. Laugh, cry, and get to know our fabulous company members a little bit better as they share songs and stories from their college lives and early careers.
CATS Comes to Music Theatre Wichita in September
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2023
Cats comes to Music Theatre Wichita in September. Performances run September 6-10, 2023 at Century II Concert Hall.
RAGTIME Comes to Music Theatre Wichita in August
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2023
Ragtime comes to Music Theatre Wichita next month. Performances run August 16-20, 2023 at Century II Concert Hall.
Previews: RED, WHITE, AND BROADWAY at Music Theatre Wichita at Botanica
by Paula Makar - July 02, 2023
Red, White, and Broadway is coming to Botanica and runs from July 1 to July 4th! It’s a new version of the patriotic musical review created by Artistic Director Brian J. Marcum that features singers Injoy Fountain, Daniel Gonzalez, Jennifer Marcum, Angelica McRae Breathett, and Rob Moye III, along MTW Resident Ensemble.
Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Comes to Music Theatre Wichita in July
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2023
This classic fairy tale that has enchanted generations is an experience the whole family will cherish for years to come. Lavish sets, dazzling costumes, and the memorable songs you grew up with transport you back to the wonder of childhood while reminding you of life’s most important lessons.
Review: ROCK OF AGES at Music Theatre WIchita At The Capitol Federal Amphitheater In Andover, KS
by Paula Makar - June 20, 2023
WOW! What a fun show! I love some of the crazy lines that just pop up out of nowhere, like “Phil Collins can be kick ass sometimes!” Rock of Ages definitely lived up to its hype, and I was super fortunate to see this production. This well paced show boasted soooo many strong performances, I hardly know where to begin.
STARNIGHT Comes to Music Theatre Wichita
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
Join in for StarNight, an intimate cabaret-style concert experience featuring members of the Music Theatre Wichita 2023 Resident Ensemble. Laugh, cry, and get to know our fabulous company members a little bit better as they share songs and stories from their college lives and early careers. See these emerging artists before their big break – you’ll get to say you “knew them when!”
Interview: Eric Sciotto And Brian J. Marcum of ROCK OF AGES at Music Theatre Wichita
by Paula Makar - June 01, 2023
On Tuesday, May 23, 2023, I had the excellent opportunity to sit down with Eric Sciotto, Director and Choreographer of Rock of Ages at MTWichita, and Brian J. Marcum, Artistic Director at MTWichita. It was a wide ranging interview, with a very stream of consciousness feel, and they were gracious enough to grant me an hour over a lunch break during rehearsal last Tuesday. The energy was high, and I was able to get some excellent insight into Eric’s choreographic process. I also spoke to Brian about leading MTWichita into a new era.
Previews: GUYS AND DOLLS at Cowley Summer Theatre at The Robert Brown Theatre
by Paula Makar - May 27, 2023
Having wanted to start a Summer Theatre at Cowley College for the past five years, director of theatre Nick Albrecht is excited to announce the inaugural season of Summer Theatre thanks to a generous grant from the V.J. Wilkins Foundation and the hardworking staff at Cowley College.   The Summer Theatre will offer two productions as part of this first year: Guys & Dolls by Frank Loesser, Jo Swerling, and Abe Burrows, and Seussical, the musical by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.  
Previews: ROCK OF AGES at Music Theatre Wichita at The Capitol Federal Amphitheater In Andover, KS
by Paula Makar - May 27, 2023
Rock of Ages is coming to the Capitol Federal Amphitheater in Andover, KS. It’s running May 31 through June 4. The show starts at 7:30pm and tickets start at $25!
Previews: PANTIEMONIUM at Kechi Playhouse
by Paula Makar - May 25, 2023
Feature: BROADWAY BOOTCAMP at Crown Uptown
by Paula Makar - May 25, 2023
Attention Wichita Area Performers! The Crown Uptown and Injoy Fountain presents Broadway Bootcamp, featuring seven days of intense training from industry professionals in Voice, Acting, and Musical Theatre Dance followed by a Showcase at the end to bring it all together. Currently there are only 10 Spots Available!
Theatre in the Park opens 2023 OUTDOOR Season With FREAKY FRIDAY
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2023
When a mom and daughter do swap places, zaniness ensues in the musical, “Freaky Friday” that opens Theatre in the Park’s (TIP) 2023 OUTDOOR season on Friday, June 2 through Sunday, June 4, located in Shawnee Mission Park, 7700 Renner Road, Shawnee, KS.
BARBER OF SEVILLE Comes to the Mary Jane Teall Theater This Month
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2023
Wichita Grand Opera presents Barber Of Seville at the Mary Jane Teall Theater. Performances are May 25-26, 2023.
Feature: Little Satchmo Nominated for An Emmy
by Paula Makar - May 05, 2023
Over 50 years after the death of Louis Armstrong, the American icon’s only child, Sharon Preston-Folta, comes forward in the acclaimed PBS documentary, Little Satchmo. After living closely in the shadows of her father, Armstrong’s secret daughter reveals a family and their relationship that was kept entirely invisible - until now.
Previews: HAMILTON at Century II Concert Hall
by Paula Makar - May 03, 2023
HAMILTON is coming to Century II in Wichita, KS!! Single tickets are on sale to the public at BroadwayWichita.com or by calling 1-316-755-7328. Tickets will be available for performances June 6–18, 2023.       
Disney's FINDING NEMO JR. Comes to Wichita in May
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
Disney’s Finding Nemo Jr. comes to Wichita in May. Performances run May 13 - June 18.

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