The exhibition Perfectly Imperfect: Cranach, Dürer and the Renaissance Nude will feature a selection of prints and paintings drawn primarily from the collection of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Two significant loans from the Saint Louis Art Museum and the Linda Hall Library will provide a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of these…
Portrait miniatures are intimate tokens of love, loss, allegiance, and affection exchanged between friends. The earliest examples were painted in watercolor on vellum (animal skin). By the 1600s, new techniques of painting enamels facilitated an artist’s ability to paint delicate portraits resembling tiny oil paintings. They offered a robust alternative to watercolor on ivory or…
At the turn of the twentieth century, the circumstances of a changing modern world were visible on the stage of the Paris ballet. Social classes mixed in this public setting, where some of the city’s poorest young women pirouetted across the stage for paying audiences. The dancers’ internationally influenced costumes often reflected larger cultural exchanges.…
Crescendo is one of Kansas City’s premier arts events, hosted by the UMKC Conservatory. The event has raised millions of dollars for student scholarships with support from generous donors and under the guidance of the Friends of the Conservatory. Crescendo 2020 is Friday, Nov. 6. As the spread of COVID-19 continues to impact us all during these…
Downtown Kansas City’s only outdoor ice skating rink opens for its 48th season with a few changes for 2020: * Admission is $7, adults and children (all ages). Skate rental is $4, or skaters may bring their own. * Non-skaters who wish to enter the fenced rink area are required to pay admission. Children 12…
Harmony Project KC is an evidence-based orchestral music and mentorship program serving the children of KC’s Northeast neighborhood and two KCMO public schools. In its 5th year, HPKC is the flagship program of the Northeast Community Center and serves 250 children.  Join our talented young musicians, ages 6 to 18 years old, for a morning…
Coalesce: To Come Together To Form a Whole On Saturday, November 7, 2020 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Kansas City and beyond is invited to virtually join with The Kansas City Artists Coalition for a glorious evening in celebrating the fusion of art and fashion. Styled by WIaa Style, Coalesce is an immersive art…
Don't miss Casey Donahew LIVE at The Truman on Friday, November 13, 2020. The safety of artists, guests and employees is our top priority. While health & safety procedures are followed on a daily basis, we will enforce the following to be sure everyone stays healthy as we bring live events back. For additional safety…
Town Center Plaza and the Leawood Chamber of Commerce are pleased to invite the community in celebrating 25  years of business by offering parking lot concert entertainment in Town Center Plaza’s north parking lot on Saturday, November 14, 2020. Join us for a free, drive-in concert holiday performance with live performances from Berlin with Terri Nunn, Quixotic, and The…
Celebrated as masters, Bach, Mozart, Brahms and Schumann defined the baroque, classical and romantic eras and are amongst the most performed composers today. Beyond exploring their collective musical genius, BAS’ Notes & Letters will dive into the personal lives of these famous composers, revealing insight into the thoughts and emotions that influenced their brilliant music.…
