Scott Cordes

Review: TROUBLE IN MIND at Kansas City Actors Theatre

It is funny. It is a slice of life. It is a literal peek behind the curtain. Kansas City Actors Theatre production of Alice Childress’s TROUBLE IN MIND allows audiences a long-delayed opportunity to vision America (and its theatrical community) as it appeared in 1955 from an African American point of view. I was struck by how much our country has matured (mostly for the better) over eighty years.

KCAT to Bring TROUBLE IN MIND To KC For The First Time In 50 Years

Kansas City Actors Theatre will continue their 2024/2025 20th Anniversary Season with Trouble in Mind by Alice Childress. Over 65 years after it was written, Trouble in Mind finally made its Broadway debut in late-2021, and comes to the City Stage this August!

The Heart of America Shakespeare Festival ROMEO AND JULIET Casting Announced

To celebrate its 30th anniversary season, The Heart of  America Shakespeare Festival will once again produce a live performance this summer.  

Live This Friday at Noon & On-Demand KANSAS CITY: 1924 Returns With Episode 10

This week, in “Doppelganger,” the 10th episode of “Kansas City: 1924,” a bold plan is carried out to bring an end to further bloodshed in the cross-town war, but there's no guarantee – or even faith – that it will work. Meanwhile, shocking revelations come to light and a heartbreaking confrontation is put into motion.

The Dominoes Start To Fall Friday In 'Blood,' Episode 9 Of KANSAS CITY: 1924

On this week's episode of 'Kansas City: 1924,' the effects of a city-wide crackdown are felt as reality comes crashing into fantasy. Tensions rise while everyone looks for someone to blame... and someone to hurt.   Airing on KKFI 90.1 FM at noon on Friday in Kansas City and available for download everywhere 24/7 after broadcast!

KANSAS CITY: 1924's New Episode Airing Online and On KKFI This Friday

After the shocking cliffhanger in the last episode of “Kansas City: 1924,” what seems like a break in the weather may turn out to be just be the eye of the storm. In episode 5, “Baseball Season,” the turf war between Ma Pritchett and Joey Giovanni threatens to spiral out of control as we learn what has become of Rose and George.

Tensions Rise And A Shocking Revalation On Kansas City Actors Radio Theatre

This week on 'Kansas City: 1924 - The Way Forward,' tensions continue to rise between the mob and the cattlemen as the songstress Rose learns the shocking truth about her brother's rush to leave town. Meanwhile, Vincent's role becomes clearer... in a way.

BWW Review: SHERWOOD THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD NOW PLAYING AT THE NEW THEATRE RESTAURANT IN OVERLAND PARK

The 2019 theatrical season has afforded me the opportunity to see several fantastic plays and musicals, unfortunately, Ken Ludwig's SHERWOOD THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD does not rank among them. Yes, if you like slapstick, old jokes, and sword fights then it does provide a nice evening of entertainment and several moments of raucous humor. SHERWOOD THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD, starring Hal Linden, at the New Theatre Restaurant runs through February 2, 2020.

Kansas City Rep Presents the Classic Drama OF MICE AND MEN

Kansas City Repertory Theatre continues its 2018/19 season with John Steinbeck's classic story OF MICE AND MEN at Copaken Stage in the Power & Light District, from October 19 through November 11. The play, directed by KCRep's Interim Artistic Director, Jason Chanos, explores the decay of the American dream and the enduring threads that bond friends together for life.

BWW Review: THE ODD COUPLE at MET At The Warwick

The Odd Couple by Neil Simon, directed by Bob Paisley now playing at the Warwick Theatre, home of the Metropolitan Theatre Ensemble, showing September 13-23, 2018 at the MET's recently acquired venue.  The Warwick is at 3927 Main St, KCMO 64111. Tickets can be ordered online at metkc.org or over the phone by calling the box office at 816-569-3226 

Playwrights Co-Op Brings Four New Plays To Kansas City Fringe Festival

Kansas City playwrights Pete Bakely, Prisca Jebet Kendagor, Mike Rice and Joshua Efron have banded together to bring four brand new plays to the 2018 Kansas City Fringe Festival. The group of writers vary in experience and style and have come up with a slate of new theater to entertain and challenge audiences. All four plays will be presented by the KC Fringe Festival at the Unicorn Theatre's Jerome Stage at varying times July 19 to July 29.

BWW Review: AND THEN THERE WERE NONE at Kansas City Actors Theatre At Union Station

KCAT's current production of Agatha Christie's 'And Then There Were None' grips the audience with a suspenseful quickly paced mystery. Ensemble shines in this timeless tale of accusation, guilt, judgement, and murder. The attention to detail from costumes, to set, to lighting provides a sensory experience that everyone will enjoy. This fresh take is a perfect way for those new to theater to discover what great story-telling is all about.

Kansas City Actors Theatre Announces Cast and Creatives for AND THEN THERE WERE NONE

Kansas City Actors Theatre has completed casting for their production of Agatha Christie's "And Then There Were None", the opening show of their thirteenth season. The production will be directed by John Rensenhouse and will star Robert Gibby Brand, Greg Butell, Scott Cordes, Kyle Dyck, Bonnie Griffin, Manon Halliburton, Ellen Kirk, Victor Raider-Wexler, Matt Rapport, Matt Schwader, and Peter Zazzali. The production team includes Mark Exline (scenic designer), Kevin Seiss (properties designer), Sarah Oliver (costumer designer), Shane Rowse (lighting designer), Jonathan Robertson (sound designer), and Kyle Dyck (technical director).

Kansas City Actors Theatre Announces Cast and Creative Staff for AND THEN THERE WERE NONE

Kansas City Actors Theatre has completed casting for their production of Agatha Christie's "And Then There Were None", the opening show of their thirteenth season.

Photo Flash: First Look at Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre's CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF

Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre presents Tennessee Williams's CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, directed by Karen Paisley and Elizabeth Ellen, featuring Ellen Kirk, Matt Leonard, Scott Cordes, Kelly Main, Chris Roady, Nicole Green, Charles Pulliam, and Alan Tilson. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

KC Rep's A CHRISTMAS CAROL Begins 11/20

Kansas City Repertory Theatre continues its 2015-16 season with the beloved holiday classic, Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, adapted for the stage by Barbara Fields and directed by Kansas City Repertory Theatre's Producing Director Jerry Genochio. Performances run November 20 through December 24 at the NEWLY RENOVATED Spencer Theatre. Kansas City's favorite holiday tradition is back for its 35th season, and the magnificent new Spencer Theatre promises an experience that's more magical than ever. Come share the joy of the holiday season, as our theatre transforms into a page right out of the classic tale by Charles Dickens. Richly textured sets, ornate costumes and spectacular special effects will transport the entire family into the tale of the grumpy Ebenezer Scrooge, who requires the intervention of a few ghostly guides to find the true meaning of Christmas - and life itself. Opening night is Saturday, November 28th at 8:00 pm. Past production high resolution photos can be found here .

Crown Center Announces Their Schedule of Events Feb 2012-Dec 2012

The Crown Center has announed their upcoming schedule of events from February 2012 - December 2012.

Crown Center Announces Their Schedule of Events Feb 2012-Dec 2012

The Crown Center has announed their upcoming schedule of events from February 2012 - December 2012.

Photo Preview: BEER FOR BREAKFAST At American Heartland Theatre

American Heartland Theatre is set to start off 2012 with the World Premiere comedy Beer For Breakfast by Sean Grennan.

Crown Center Announces Schedule of Events For January - December 2012

Crown Center has announced their Schedule of Events from January 2012 - December 2012.