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Tue, Sep 07, 2010
The Kansas City Symphony bade farewell to summer this past Saturday night, entertaining a full crowd of all ages at the Theatre in the Park in Shawnee Mission with favorites from the concert hall, theatre stage, and Hollywood.
Wed, Sep 08, 2010
The band members’ bios make it evident that each has been fixated on their respective Beatle since adolescence and the dedication and reverence shine through on stage.
Tue, Sep 07, 2010
The Arts Council of Metropolitan Kansas City Board of Directors approved a total of $338,502 in grants from the ArtsKC Fund. The grants were distributed amongst seventy-seven arts organizations and arts programs in the Kansas City metropolitan area in the Ovation, Catalyst and Inspiration grant categories.
Tue, Aug 31, 2010
"Marion Bridge" is an excellent portrayal of sibling connection during one of life’s defining moments.
Wed, Aug 25, 2010
KCM is looking for new writers to join our ranks: Are you an expert in the fields of traditional and contemporary classical music, dance, jazz, film or theatre? Do you want to attend great performances, interview interesting artists and have a respected platform for your informed voice? Then KCM wants you!
Wed, Sep 08, 2010
The Lawrence Arts Center has been named a Kansas Arts Education Leader by the Kansas Arts Commission. Organizations named Arts Education Leaders were awarded $10,000 matching grants in honor of their achievements in providing arts learning opportunities to children and youth in Kansas.
Wed, Sep 08, 2010
The Kansas Arts Commission, in partnership with KCArtistLink and Wichita State University’s Center for Entrepreneurship, announce an eight-week seminar program available to Kansas artists.
Tue, Sep 07, 2010
The 940 Dance Company, the Lawrence Arts Center’s professional, touring dance company, has been selected to be a part of the Studio Residency Program by the Charlotte Street Foundation. The dance company was awarded studio space at City Center Square in downtown Kansas City, where they will rehearse one day a week.
Mon, Aug 30, 2010
Kansas Governor Mark Parkinson has signed a proclamation recognizing September 12–18 as Arts Education Week.
Mon, Aug 30, 2010
Quality Hill Playhouse enters its 15th year of producing cabaret entertainment in downtown Kansas City with a season dedicated to talented lyricists. "Say It With Music: The American Lyricist Series" honors songwriting legends Sammy Cahn, Johnny Mercer, Yip Harburg and Cole Porter, men who penned the words to some of the best songs in the American Songbook. In addition to these original cabaret revues, the season includes a musical revue written by Broadway songwriters Richard Maltby, Jr. and David Shire.
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!
Thu, Sep 09, 2010
George Keathley, former Artistic Director of the Kansas City Repertory Theatre (formerly Missouri Repertory Theatre) died Sunday, September 12 at age 85.
Wed, Sep 08, 2010
KCM Contributor David Pieronnet interviewed Stacy Griffin, a K-State alumna and one of the recent winners of the Kansas City Symphony Chorus auditions.
Tue, Sep 07, 2010
The City of Prairie Village and the Prairie Village Arts Council has just announced the line-up for the inaugural Prairie Village Jazz Festival. This free event will be held on the Prairie Village Municipal Campus at Harmon Park (7700 Mission Road) on Saturday September 11 from 3:00p.m. until 9:00p.m.
Tue, Sep 07, 2010
The next couple of weeks offer some great chances to get into the mood for the new season - the Performing Arts Series at JCCC presents the always charming Takacs String Quartet, and the KC Symphony's music director Michael Stern makes his first appearance of the season, but not at the helm of the Kansas City Symphony, but rather leading the forces of the Conservatory Orchestra of the UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance. Speaking of dance, the young Ailey II ensemble of the Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey opens their season this month at the Folly Theater. And if contemporary music is your thing, the new music ensemble newEar opens its concert season with the music of Takemitsu and others. Enjoy!
Tue, Aug 24, 2010
Nearly every theatre in town - both great and small - is kicking off their new season in September. The array of offerings is astounding - make sure to get out and enjoy some exciting theatre this month!
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