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KISSING IN THE GROCERY STORY Comes to Whim Space
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2025

This February, Whim Productions will present the world premiere of Claire Carson's Kissing in the Grocery Store, a multimedia theater experience about love, loss, and the quest for courage to live authentically. 

PAUL ROBESON: MAN OF THE PEOPLE A New Jazz Poetry Opera To Have Chicago Premiere In 8 Days
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024

Experience the Chicago premiere of PAUL ROBESON: MAN OF THE PEOPLE, a new jazz poetry opera, on June 7th at Hamilton Park Fieldhouse. Don't miss this unique cultural event.

New Jazz Opera PAUL ROBESON: MAN OF THE PEOPLE Will Begin Performances This June
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2024

Paul Robeson: Man Of The People, a new jazz poetry opera will have its Chicago premiere: Friday, June 7, 2024 with a free performance at Hamilton Park District.

'Paul Robeson: Man of the People' Comes to Hamilton Park District in June
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024

Paul Robeson: Man of the People is a new jazz poetry opera chronicling the life, artistic legacy, and activism of the most important and iconic figure of the twentieth century. This live, multimedia presentation explores the life, creative ethos, and inclusive social vision of concert artist, stage and film actor, athlete, and activist, Paul Robeson.

World Premiere of BOXED Comes to Whim Space in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2023

Whim Productions, KC's LGTBTQ+ theater company, will present the world premiere of Boxed, written by Kevin King. The play is a compelling drama that delves into the intricacies of relationship boundaries and consent, through a queer lens. Learn more about the play and how to get tickets here!

Winners Announced For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 26, 2023

The winners have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards, honoring the best in regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; Unicorn Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; at MTKC Pro Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards; Unicorn Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Kansas City Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Kansas City Public Theatre Extends Online 10-Minute Play Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2020

Kansas City Public Theatre's Online 10-Minute Play Project is extended to 2 nights! A talented cast of actors will read LIVE via the Kansas City Public Theatre Facebook page on May 4th and May 5th at 7:30 PM

Kansas City Public Theatre Launches 'OH GOD, REALLY?!' AN ONLINE DEVISED PLAY PROJECT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2020

Tentatively titled, Oh God, Really?! this 30-person devised play project finds Fate bringing a group of childhood friends together at an abandoned roller rink in search of an illustrious and mysterious Smurfette doll. Friendships will be tested, skate-offs will be had, and time streams will be crossed.

The Barn Players Present the 6 X 10 Minute Play Fest
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2019

Exciting, provocative new work will soon be premiered at Kansas City's Community Theater! You have three convenient opportunities to attend THE BARN PLAYERS 12TH ANNUAL 6 X 10 MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL, Friday, December 6th through Sunday, December 8th, 2019 at the Arts Asylum, 9th & Harrison, Kansas City, MO 64106.

MGM to Produce Feature Film Based on Boy George's Life
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 29, 2019

MGM has announced that it will produce a feature film based on the life of singer Boy George, according to Deadline. The film will be written and directed by Sacha Gervasi (My Dinner with Herve, Anvil: The Story of Anvil) and produced by Kevin King Templeton (Creed I & II) and Paul Kemsley. George and Jessica de Rothschild will executive produce.

BWW Review: ALPHABET SOUP STORIES FROM QUEER VOICES at the Squeezebox Theatre in Kansas City
by Steve Wilson - Apr 14, 2019

The fourth annual ALPHABET SOUP STORIES FROM QUEER VOICES opened Friday, April 12, at the Squeezebox Theatre in Kansas City, Missouri to a full house. The short play showcase produced by Whim Productions runs through April 21 at the small intimate theater. The showcase features seven plays all written by members of the LGBTQ community, exploring aspects of the homosexual lifestyle.

William Inge Theater Festival Welcomes New Play Lab Writers From 14 States
by Julie Musbach - Mar 27, 2019

Twenty-four outstanding playwrights, representing 14 states, will converge in the small town of Independence, Kansas for a public staged reading of their new scripts during the New Play Lab at the 38th Annual William Inge Theater Festival, May 22-25, at Independence Community College, Independence, Kansas.

The Barn Players Present Their 11th Annual 6 X 10 Minute Play Festival
by BWW News Desk - Dec 7, 2018

Six new, short plays. Accomplished actors, directors, and technicians bringing them to life. It all adds up to the BARN PLAYERS 11TH ANNUAL 6 X 10: TEN MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL, one weekend only: December 7th, 8th, & 9th, 2018 at The Arts Asylum: 1000 East 9th Street, (off Harrison Street), Kansas City, MO 64106.

The Barn Players Present Their 11th Annual 6 X 10 Minute Play Festival
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2018

Six new, short plays. Accomplished actors, directors, and technicians bringing them to life. It all adds up to the BARN PLAYERS 11TH ANNUAL 6 X 10: TEN MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL, one weekend only: December 7th, 8th, & 9th, 2018 at The Arts Asylum: 1000 East 9th Street, (off Harrison Street), Kansas City, MO 64106.

A 60'S TRILOGY Is First Production Of New USVAA Veteran's Repertory
by BWW News Desk - Aug 31, 2018

USVAA Vets Repertory and Revenant Stage (formerly The Elephant Theatre) present the world premiere of A 60's Trilogy, written by playwright and screenwriter Tommy Carter (Hellz Kitchen Ablaze, Remake for BET).

A 60'S TRILOGY Is First Production Of New USVAA Veteran's Repertory
by Julie Musbach - Aug 15, 2018

USVAA Vets Repertory and Revenant Stage (formerly The Elephant Theatre) present the world premiere of A 60's Trilogy, written by playwright and screenwriter Tommy Carter (Hellz Kitchen Ablaze, Remake for BET).

ULTIMATE BEASTMASTER: SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST Debuts August 31 on Netflix
by Macon Prickett - Jul 25, 2018

Ultimate Beastmaster: Survival of the Fittest launches globally on August 31, exclusively on Netflix.