A Symphony of Culture: Midwest Trust Center's Vibrant Spring Lineup
This upcoming spring, the Midwest Trust Center is set to dazzle audiences with an eclectic lineup of performances that span the spectrum of music, theater, and cultural storytelling. From the enchanting tale of 'Maya and the Magic Ring' to the soulful harmonies of Trey McLaughlin & The Sounds of Zamar, and the empowering narratives of country music icons, the center promises a captivating experience for all. Join us at Johnson County Community College to explore these diverse events that celebrate creativity, inclusivity, and the timeless power of storytelling.
Maya and her grandmother are living an ordinary day in their ordinary living room. As Maya works on her homework, her grandmother prepares to go shopping. As she leaves, she cautions Maya to lock the door and let no one in. Bored, Maya looks for something to do. In her grandmother’s cedar chest, she discovers an enormous dazzling ruby ring. Noticing the ring is a bit dusty, Maya rubs the jewel with her scarf. What happens next is anything but ordinary—a large genie appears!
27 - 30 Mar, 2025
Midwest Trust Center
Overland Park, KS · Johnson County Community College
Trey McLaughlin & The Sounds of Zamar have carved out a unique place for themselves in the music industry through soul-stirring arrangements of contemporary gospel, musical theatre, and rich original compositions. The ensemble, organized in 2009, has performed with gospel greats such as William McDowell, Kierra "Kiki" Sheard, Richard Smallwood, VaShawn Mitchell, Earnest Pugh, and James Fortune.
Mar 28, 2025
Midwest Trust Center
Overland Park, KS · Johnson County Community College
“Trailblazing Women of Country,” featuring Nashville-based singer Kristina Train and a five-member all-female band, will entertain and inspire. With their chart-topping hits and record-breaking sales, Cline, Lynn, and Parton wove threads of contemporary womanhood throughout the tapestry of country music, resulting in unprecedented commercial success and earning each a place in the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Mar 29, 2025
Midwest Trust Center
Overland Park, KS · Johnson County Community College
Omnium Circus is the best in whole family entertainment: A world renowned, fully inclusive circus company bringing excitement, thrills and joy to the young and young at heart as only a circus can! Step into a world of all things possible where we discover the power of the human spirit within in each of us!
Apr 11, 2025
Midwest Trust Center
Overland Park, KS · Johnson County Community College
Each member of Uptown is a soloist, bringing a unique flavor of performance that will have any crowd on their feet, dancing and singing along. Regardless of the genre or era of music, the Uptown show exudes freshness and fun in a way that everyone will enjoy. Choreography, vocals, and stage presence… you do not want to miss out on Uptown!
Apr 19, 2025
Midwest Trust Center
Overland Park, KS · Johnson County Community College
This original production introduces audiences to the Native Hawaiian relationship to pa‘akai (salt). Traditionally, pa‘akai is food, medicine, sacrament, and treasured gift. Created in partnership with the Bishop Museum and cultural elders and leaders, the performance is intended for a multi-generational audience so audience members young and old can have this restorative experience together.
25 - 26 Apr, 2025
Midwest Trust Center
Overland Park, KS · Johnson County Community College
Four billion years. Millions of species. Five mass extinction events (and counting). It’s the story of ‘Life on Our Planet.’ From the Emmy® Award-winning team behind Netflix’s 'Our Planet' series, comes a new natural history speaker series event: ‘Our Planet Live.’ Brought to you by Silverback Films and Producer esk in association with Netflix, ‘Our Planet Live’ is a new and immersive live show featuring behind-the-scenes stories from the explorers, filmmakers, scientists, and adventurers that created some of the most eye-catching footage of our planet. Join us live on stage as we bring to life these stories from the natural world. With a focus on climate fragility and climate migration, ‘Our Planet Live’ tells an unprecedented story about overcoming obstacles on a global scale and explores the messages at the heart of these action-packed, emotional, and unforgettable sequences.
1 - 2 May, 2025
Midwest Trust Center
Overland Park, KS · Johnson County Community College
An official partner of the United States Forest Service and the author of four multicultural picture books published by Penguin Random House, Mister G’s stories and songs aim to help children see each other across borders and foster cross-cultural connections.
May 3, 2025
Midwest Trust Center
Overland Park, KS · Johnson County Community College
Adding to its previous recordings of “The Complete Works for String Quartet by Ludwig van Beethoven,” (broadcast live on Kansas Public Radio KPR in 2020), Opus 76 recorded Mendelssohn’s Op. 44 No. 1, Schubert’s Quintet in C, Brahms’s F minor Piano Quintet, Mozart’s Quintet No. 3 in C Major, Bartok’s Quartet No. 1, and Mozart’s The Six Quartets Dedicated to Haydn, a project also supported by KPR.
May 10, 2025
Midwest Trust Center
Overland Park, KS · Johnson County Community College
The Brother Brothers are the indie folk duo of Adam and David Moss. The identical twins were born and raised in Peoria, Illinois. They were originally based in Brooklyn but have been profoundly shaped by a life surrounded by travel and the web of community worldwide. They are the kind of people who have a story about everything, and more so, one you might genuinely like to hear.
May 16, 2025
Midwest Trust Center
Overland Park, KS · Johnson County Community College
The Midwest Trust Center's spring lineup is a feast for the senses, offering something for everyone. From magical tales and soulful music to cultural narratives and environmental insights, these events reflect the rich tapestry of human creativity and expression. Whether you're a fan of opera, country music, or classical compositions, or simply in search of family-friendly entertainment, the center invites you to partake in this celebration of art and community. Join us as we explore the diverse stories and sounds that make life so beautifully complex.