Entertainment, Arts & Culture
In 1996, an original rock musical by a little-known composer opened on Broadway… and forever changed the landscape of American theater. Two decades later, Jonathan Larson’s RENT continues to speak loudly and defiantly to audiences across generations and all over…
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Experience the elements in Helzberg Hall as your Symphony presents a fun and fascinating family concert about all things weather. KMBC-TV Channel 9 Chief Meteorologist Bryan Busby explores the musical side of weather including rain, snow, wind and so much…
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Legendary trumpeter Arturo Sandoval will close out the 36th season of the Folly Jazz Series on Saturday, April 27th at 8 PM. It will be at the Folly Theater, and tickets will be available starting Aug. 13.
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Two old friends, one a simple pearl diver and the other a powerful island chieftain, are unexpectedly reunited with the woman whose beauty nearly destroyed their friendship. This "goddess among us" is a veiled priestess who wards off storms and…
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When the class gets lost on the way to the planetarium, Ms. Frizzle saves the day by blasting into outer space for an epic interplanetary field trip! But when rivalries both old and new threaten to tear the students apart,…
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The 6th Annual Asian Cultural Festival celebrates the cultural diversity of our communities with lots of food, performances, martial arts, fun competitions, and more! Come and join us! Online only $8, children 16 and under are free. It will take…
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Georgian pianist Khatia Buniatishvili has been setting the classical music world on fire with her passionate performances, and now she'll make her Kansas City debut for the Harriman-Jewell Series. Often compared to Martha Argerich because of her daring interpretations, Buniatishvili's…
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SELL high-quality, gently-used children’s items to individuals who want to BUY children’s equipment, clothing and furniture, at a fraction of retail prices. The event will take place at the Overland Park Convention Center from April 17 to 20. Hours are 9 a.m. to…
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From the delicious amuse-bouche of Milhaud’s jazzy Brazilian tango to the virtuosic Lalo Cello Concerto, you’ll be dancing in the aisles and filled with fanciful thoughts of spring cheer. Copland’s ballet Appalachian Spring is the touching story of a rural Pennsylvania wedding,…
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Winner of the 1991 Thelonius Monk International Saxophone Competition, Joshua Redman, makes his way to the Folly to perform with his quartet on Thursday, April 11th at 8 PM. Joshua Redman is the son of legendary saxophonist Dewey Redman and dancer Renee…
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