Alberto Giacometti (1901–1966) is widely acclaimed as a defining artist of modernism and of the 20th century. Alberto Giacometti: Toward the Ultimate Figure explores the artist’s extraordinary and singular portrayals of the human figure. The exhibition features around 100 objects by Giacometti, drawn from the extensive holdings of the Fondation Giacometti in Paris and complemented by the Nelson-Atkins’…
Annie, directed by Jenn Thompson, features the iconic book and score, written by Tony Award winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse, and Martin Charnin. This celebration of family, optimism, and the American spirit remains the ultimate cure for all the hard knocks life throws your way.
With all the magic and adventure of the original story, this adaptation charms with a fresh take on what it means to dream, to grow, and to be a part of a community.
Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice, and redemption—a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. This epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history.
This event will take place in front of the tiger habitat! Please arrive by 6:30. Please bring your own mat, water bottle, and towel if needed. We will leave the front of the zoo around 6:45 and walk to Tiger for introductions and a quick keeper chat. The yoga class will take place from…
Janet Jackson is back and coming to a T-Mobile Center! Today, the five-time GRAMMY Award-winning, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee, Janet Jackson, has announced her highly anticipated return to the road after four years with her ninth concert tour, Together Again.
DigiMarCon Midwest 2023 is your chance to … – Hear from some of the most audacious and thought-provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media, and advertising industry. – Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level. – Network with thought leaders, reunite with…
ArtPop is an interactive, progressive campus party that brings you into the studios–including our newest buildings–to see student work and meet faculty. Engage all your senses with live entertainment, festive food and artisanal cocktails on our iconic KCAI campus. Find your Muse at the party of the year. Revel in an energetic, lively atmosphere as…
The Art Annual will celebrate its 37th year. Located in an eclectic neighborhood in the center of Kansas City, Brookside is just minutes from downtown, the Plaza, and the southern suburbs. The Brookside Art Annual is the first major art show of the year and draws thousands of people from across the region.
The Kansas City Chorale performs choral works featuring classical guitar and the music of Spain. This eclectic concert features Tedesco's Romancero Gitano, Jeffrey Van's A Procession Winding Around Me, and Spanish works by Escobedo, Victoria, and Rossi.
An intimate look at the father of the modern musical, featuring new arrangements of his most beloved work.
Shop local this spring at the 10th annual Spring Chick Event at Town Center Plaza. Farfalla Events provides a fun outdoor shopping experience that combines beautiful pieces from KC artists, good eats from around the midwest, trendy clothing boutiques, and fabulous handmade goods, all in an outdoor tented marketplace at Town Center Plaza!
The Derby Party 2023 is a themed fundraiser hosted by the Kansas City Museum Foundation to benefit the Kansas City Museum. This year’s Derby Party coincides with Worlds of Fun’s 50th Anniversary. Tickets available early March.
MTH’s annual benefit extravaganza is an unforgettable experience. An evening of delectable bubbly cocktails, stunning art installations – and all proceeds going toward a good cause! Music Theater Heritage is a nonprofit organization that, in addition to outstanding productions, strives to provide KC kids with meaningful musical theater educational experiences. Last year they reached over…
The Kansas City Chorale performs choral works featuring guitar. This eclectic concert features Tedesco's Romancero Gitano, selections from Jeffrey Van's A Procession Winding Around Me, and Nox Noctis by Mark Smythe.
Jack Black and Kyle Gass make up Tenacious D. An American comedy rock duo, Tenacious D started playing together in Kyle’s studio apartment in Los Angeles in 1994. Now, the duo plans to travel the country with The Spicy Meatball, including a stop at Starlight Theatre for one night only.
The icecaps are melting, sea levels rise, and the air is filled with pollution as we follow one young couple navigating their relationship and what it means to start a family in this ever changing and uncertain world. A funny, smart, and bravely written story that quietly knocks you off balance.
Mark Morris’ hip Sandpaper is an inventive pop ballet that teases your imagination with wit, humor, and dazzling movement. Petite Mort, the tantalizing contemporary ballet by Jiří Kylián, returns to Kansas City Ballet and this popular masterpiece remains an absolute must-see. Alexander Ekman’s gleeful ballet, Cacti, pokes fun at the pretentious and often hilarious way…
Ooh! Outpouring of Hope annual fundraiser benefiting the Community Services League (CSL). A food, drink, and music destination experience from around the city! Experience the best wine, beer, and spirits along with culinary tastings from an array of curated food and drink vendors. Your support of Ooh! will help CSL provide emergency relief, employment support,…
Master Pianist Richard Goode has been hailed for music-making of tremendous emotional power, depth, and expressiveness. He's been acknowledged worldwide as one of today’s leading interpreters of classical and romantic music. In regular performances with the major orchestras, recitals in the world’s music capitals, and through his extensive and acclaimed recordings, he has won a…
Opportunity to properly recycle electronics and devices with an R2-certified recycler. (Includes appliances and lawn equipment with no gas or oil) Fees apply for TVs ($30-$50 depending on size), items with freon, and CRT monitors ($5). All items with data will be properly destroyed.
The Curator is IN! series features Nelson-Atkins staff in casual gallery talks that highlight the museum's permanent collection and exhibitions. Join curator Kimberly Masteller and conservator Stephanie Spence for a thoughtful conversation about the conservation and display of the works in the exhibition.
Bust out those boots, KC! Don't miss the all-new Country Roots Fest—enjoy live performances from country music sensations.
Agent Orange are the true pioneers of surf punk, and one of the truly enduring bands in the West Coast punk community. Don't miss your chance to see them rock out at the recordBar. The doors open at 7 p.m. 18+ event.
Multi-Platinum entertainer Thomas Rhett just announced his Homes Team Tour 23 will stop at T-Mobile Center. Special guests of the tour include Cole Swindell and country newcomer Nate Smith.
Call it “musical comedy heaven” (Rolling Stone). Call it “the most uproarious new musical in years!” (The Hollywood Reporter). Call it Tootsie! This laugh-out-loud love letter to the theatre tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until one show-stopping act of desperation lands him the role…
Come join the fun! The Turkey Creek Festival is an annual tradition in Merriam. It is a full day of family entertainment that features free kids' activities, live music, arts and crafts, a 5k walk/run, food trucks, and so much more!
Truth in Comedy, or TiC for short, is a storytelling, stand-up comedy, and art show where humanity is the muse. It's a unique experience that's raw and beautiful. Three individuals will tell a very personal story from their life, aka their truth, where they will be very open, honest, and vulnerable. Afterward, a comedian will…
Kansas City's premier triathlon event kicks off the season with Olympic, Sprint and Relay Triathlon distance options as well as a Olympic and Sprint Duathlon options. Olympic Triathlon - 1500m Swim, 40K Bike, 10K Run Sprint Triathlon - 500m Swim, 20K Bike, 5K Run Olympic Triathlon Relay (teams of 2 or 3) - 1500m Swim,…
Award-winning Jamaican-American violist Jordan Bak is building an exciting career as a trailblazing artist who is praised for his radiant stage presence, dynamic interpretations, and fearless power. A proud new-music advocate, Bak champions and performs works by collaborative composers alongside traditional viola repertoire. He makes his Kansas City debut with the Harriman-Jewell Series in partnership…
The clown pictures his own funeral taking place in a carnival atmosphere, watched over by quietly caring angels. Juxtaposing the large with the small, the ridiculous with the tragic, and the magic of perfection with the charm of imperfection, the show highlights the strength and fragility of the clown, as well as his wisdom and…
The KC Symphony is excited to announce the return of Bank of America Celebration at the Station.
Get your groove on this summer! We invite you to dance the night away to live music from local musicians, sip on handcrafted cocktails, savor the flavors of the season and take in the panoramic views of the city all in one place at Percheron! @loveboatkc presents Persephone (goddess of spring) Set sail on a…
The Prairie Village Art Show is celebrating its 66th year of connecting the community to culture and creativity. As the second oldest art show in Kansas City, it has an established footprint in the artist community, showcasing artists both locally and from all over the country. Over 15,000 people attend the Prairie Village Art Show…
City Year Kansas City Graduation celebrates the accomplishments of the AmeriCorps members who have dedicated a year of service as tutors and mentors to the students of six Kansas City public schools. Family, friends, and supporters are invited to join City Year in celebrating the hard work and dedication of these young leaders. 1:00 pm…
Old Shawnee Days is an annual event that features a whole weekend of fun. Known throughout the entire region as one of the largest carnivals in the area, it features tons of games, rides, and much more.
Midwest Design & Furniture Fair brings together the leading interior design professionals, manufacturers, and distributors of furniture and various home improvement products and services. Whether you are a designer searching for new products and ideas, a business owner seeking new suppliers, a manufacturer looking to increase sales, or an industry professional wanting to establish valuable…
The Summer Workout Series is back! Join Jasper Sanders, a certified personal trainer and founder of Deposit the Work, and yoga instructor Mikita Burton for free workout classes on The Lawn every Saturday this summer. Participants must sign a waiver before attending their first class which may be completed online for Yoga here and for…
Trail Days at Powell Gardens (June 3, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.) invites hikers to experience the Byron Shutz Trail System. This system, comprised of the one-mile Family Discovery Loop and 3.25 mile Prairie Ridge Trail, support regionally distinct and rare ecological communities, unique off-grid experience, and noteworthy distance. Athletic Brewing, City Roots Nursery, Knob…
Festival and Food. Make it a day – starting on Barkley Square with live music, traditional dances and a fashion show presented by the Thai Cultural Center. And of course a water festival. Guests can bring their own water guns to play along outside on the green along with our staff.
Join StoneLion Puppet Theatre in a creative new free spectacle to raise awareness for their amazing home and the need to protect water…with puppets and art! Join in to be a part of the parade or make plans to watch the event and attend the party. Handmade Parade will feature costumes, masks, street bands, hand-pulled…