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Wed, Jun 08, 2011
Bobby Watson and Elizabeth Suh Lane's Bach Aria soloists mixed jazz and classical in attempts to marry the two. Though not quite third stream or Uri Caine, the results pushed both outside of their respective comfort zones.
Wed, Jun 01, 2011
Farcical and all the right kinds of ridiculous, American Heartland Theatre's production of "The 39 Steps" benefits from great design and actors embodying multiple roles.
Wed, Jun 08, 2011
Exotic pageantry, Lou Diamond Phillips and Rachel Bay Jones shine in Starlight's production of the Rodgers and Hammerstein's "The King and I."
Tue, Jun 07, 2011
With its performance of “Saul,” Musica Vocale puts forth a kingly effort. However it was the combined efforts of the soloists that truly reigned.
Tue, Jun 07, 2011
Oscar-nominated "Incendies" balances shifts in time with its well-written script, gritty performances, and a heightened, gut-wrenching climax.
Tue, Jun 07, 2011
In the penultimate program at the Lyric Theatre before their move to the Kauffman Center next fall, the Kansas City Symphony met increasingly-high expectations on Friday with aplomb to deliver a standout concert with guest conductor Juanjo Mena and guest pianist Markus Groh in performances of Grieg, Beethoven, and Schumann.
Sun, May 29, 2011
The Fountain City Brass Band placed 4th overall in stiff competition of 17 world class ensembles at the All England Masters International.
Sat, Sep 22, 2012
Looking for something to do this weekend? Click here for the KC Events calendar of theatre, classical music, dance and jazz events through 2011. Highlights of this week's classical music and dance offerings are in Don Dagenais' "City Classics." For current Theatre listings visit Victor Wishna's "City Stage." Enjoy!
Tue, Jun 07, 2011
As the Symphony ends its season it is also the last of three resident companies to perform at the Lyric Theatre. As such the program is wistful and hopeful at the prospects of the new home at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Joined by famed violin soloist Stefan Jackiw, the Symphony shutters the building with the works of Mendelssohn, Bruch, and Tchaikovsky.
Tue, Jun 07, 2011
American violinist and final Kansas City Symphony guest soloist of the year, Stefan Jackiw discusses the appeal of Max Bruch's "Scottish Fantasy" with KCM's David Peironnet.
Tue, Jun 07, 2011
Two major groups mark silver anniversaries this week including the Sunflower Music Festival in Topeka and the Heartland Men's Chorus. The Simon Carrington Chamber Singers perform their annual concerts in Kansas City and Topeka this year as the Kansas City Symphony heads to the Flint Hills. For new music/cross-genre fans, Dark Matter performs at the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art.
Tue, May 31, 2011
“The 39 Steps” at American Heartland Theatre and "The King and I" opens Starlight's season.
Wed, Jun 08, 2011
Auditions for the 2011–12 Concert Season with the Kansas City Chorale conducted by Charles Bruffy.
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