The 13th Annual Kansas City Burlesque Festival, highlighting burlesque and variety performers, from local favorites, to across the nation!

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13th Annual Kansas City Burlesque Festival

Folly Theater

Over their career, Bread scored 13 hits on Billboard’s Top 100!! The two surviving members of Bread (David Gates & Robb Royer) are happily retired and enjoying their time with family and the fruits of their musical careers. Enter TOAST – The Ultimate Bread Experience who does everything possible to keep the legacy of Bread alive.

TOAST – The Ultimate Bread Experience

Matthias Pintscher leads your Kansas City Symphony in Gabriel Fauré’s Masques et bergamasques, a thoroughly enchanting suite drawn from incidental music for a divertissement staged in Monte Carlo. Fauré’s music readily captures the essence of the masked balls and rustic dances alluded to in the title, offering refined accompaniment to the glamourous mystique of the event.
 
Soprano Sophia Burgos is featured in Francis Poulenc’s Gloria, one of his signature works. The Symphony Chorus shines in this music, filled with rhythmic verve and suave syncopations. Lush and inviting dissonances paired with sensuous chord progressions are part of his glittering harmonic palette. Lyrical phrases encounter angular counterpoint, much like Poulenc’s paradoxical personality. This radiant and often playful music is a perfect juxtaposition of sacred and secular.

The French Masters

Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

Award-winning pianist Jean-Efflam Bavouzet enjoys a prolific recording and international concert career. He regularly works with the Cleveland Orchestra, San Francisco Symphony, BBC Symphony and London Philharmonic orchestras, Budapest Festival Orchestra, NHK, Seoul Philharmonic, Taiwan Philharmonic and collaborates with many renowned conductors including Vladimir Jurowski, Gianandrea Noseda, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Neeme Järvi, Daniele Gatti, François-Xavier Roth, Ivan Fischer, Vasily Petrenko, Domingo Hindoyan, Pablo Heras Casado, Michele Spotti, Marko Letonja, Ludovic Morlot, Edward Gardner, Nicholas Collon, Louis Langrée, Kazuko Yamada, Pierre Bleuse, Pietari Inkinen, Sir Andrew Davis, Lawrence Foster, Leonard Slatkin, amongst others.

Jeff-Efflam Bavouzet

Add inspiring music to the middle of your week with a FREE Happy Hour concert presented by the musicians of the Kansas City Symphony. This program features two pieces by famous jazz trumpeter and composer Wynton Marsalis. A Fiddler’s Tale includes a tango and a “devil’s dance” and finishes with “The Blues on Top,” while At the Octaroon Balls sports movement titles like “Creole Contradanzas,” “Blue Lights on the Bayou” and “Rampart Street Row House Rag.” Join us in the beautiful Kauffman Center Brandmeyer Great Hall lobby for a drink after work starting at 5:00 p.m., then attend a short and casual concert starting at 6:00 p.m.

FREE Happy Hour Concert

Juicy is a queer, self-aware young black man grappling with some serious questions of identity, when the ghost of his father shows up in their backyard, demanding that Juicy avenge his murder. From an uproarious family barbecue emerges a compelling examination of love and loss, pain and joy.

Fat Ham

Unicorn Theatre

Fresh off his controversial production of Dreamgirls (with puppets!), enfant terrible director Ty Derricks is offering the leadership of New Stages Repertory Company a bold new opportunity: the chance to premiere his risky, iconoclastic take on a production of Ntozake Shange’s For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When The Rainbow Is Enuf. Reducing the cast size and employing only white women as actors, Ty creates a secretive, explosive production experience that drags the actors, the artistic leadership, and the local theatrical community towards a collision while his former confidante, Sheryl, fights to save not only the brilliance of the original play, but also what its landmark representations have meant to generations of Black women. for…girls is an acidic comedy that exposes the misogynoir, power struggles, and exploitation that make contemporary artmaking so fraught.

for…girls

Charlotte Street Foundation

Ahh, yes. Let us take you on a bodacious yacht rock adventure through the 70s and 80s. Imagine yourself sailing to Catalina or dropping the top on your LeBaron as you crank up rad music on your Walkman. Christopher Cross, Toto, Hall & Oates, Dan Fogelberg and so many more. Guest conductor Jason Seber has created a program that will make you want to wear shoulder pads and leg warmers again. Pop the collar of your Izod polo and join us. Be sure to sing along, Muffy.

Sailing – Soft Rock Hits of the 70s and 80s

Selling out show after show, Silver Springs, a Fleetwood Mac Experience, is a mesmerizing power show of the greatest hits of Fleetwood Mac.  Prepare to be transported to the heart of Fleetwood Mac”s legendary music as our skilled artists embody each member with precision and passion. From the mesmerizing harmonies to the soul-stirring instrumental prowess, we’re dedicated to recreating the magic that resonates deep within your soul. Get ready to dance the night away and sing along to every beloved tune. Our energetic performance will have you moving to the rhythm and relishing in the timeless classics.

Silver Springs-A Fleetwood Mac Experience

“Get out of the water!” The original movie blockbuster, with an Academy Award®-winning score that made John Williams a household name, Jaws is the ultimate film + live orchestra experience. Based on the best-selling novel by Peter Benchley and directed by Steven Spielberg, this masterpiece of suspense tells the tale of a small New England seaside community terrorized by a predatory great white shark during the busiest weekend of the tourist season — the 4th of July. You may need a bigger boat!

Jaws In Concert — 50th ANNIVERSARY!

Prepare to be captivated by "POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive," a masterful creation by Selina Fillinger. This uproarious comedy, directed by Missy Koonce, unfolds on the Unicorn Theatre's Levin Stage. The narrative centers around a single four-letter word that sends shockwaves through 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, transforming a minor PR blunder into a full-blown global crisis. At the heart of this chaos are seven brilliant and beleaguered women, each grappling with the monumental task of safeguarding the president from his own missteps. Their journey is a whirlwind of life, liberty, and the pursuit of sanity, as they navigate the treacherous waters of political scandal and personal sacrifice. With a runtime of 1 hour and 30 minutes, including an intermission, this performance promises a blend of sharp wit, biting humor, and poignant moments that reflect the complexities of leadership and loyalty.

POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive

A towering work of genius, Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 3 will take you on a musical journey encompassing a world of emotion. Led by Music Director Matthias Pintscher, the Symphony’s virtuosity will be on full display. Contralto Jasmin White brings their incandescent sound and exquisite musicianship to this masterwork, joined by the Symphony Chorus women and a children’s choir. Mahler famously said, “A symphony must be like the world. It must contain everything.” He set out to accomplish just that and his Third Symphony is a profound work encompassing existential questions, serene contemplation and eloquent grandeur. You’ll hear moments of warm tenderness, orchestral thunder and everything in between. Mahler poured his soul into this music, saying, “In it the whole of nature finds a voice.”

Matthias Conducts Mahler

We are transporting the already transcendent Folly Theater to the Golden Age of Hollywood. Through sight and sound, and Brenna’s captivating voice, this is one time machine trip to remember!We are transporting the already transcendent Folly Theater to the Golden Age of Hollywood. Through sight and sound, and Brenna’s captivating voice, this is one time machine trip to remember!

Glamour of Old Hollywood Concert featuring vocalist and Kansas City native Brenna Whitaker

Start your weekend with our new must-see Friday night concert series and social experience, Symphonic Piazza. Prepare to escape, mingle, and be entertained as you enjoy the perfect combination of a shorter format concert with enjoyable and engaging lobby activities to share with family, friends, and our musicians. Arrive early and unwind with a signature beverage, then let our music take you on a journey to new places as you experience Friday evenings in a whole new way.

Augustin Hadelich Plays Beethoven's Violin Concerto

Cheyenne Jackson is a GRAMMY and Emmy-nominated actor, singer, and songwriter known for his versatile work across Broadway, television, film, and concert stages. He received a GRAMMY nomination for his collaboration with the San Francisco Symphony as Tony in West Side Story conducted by the legendary Michael Tilson Thomas.

Cheyenne Jackson

Join the Boston Theater Company for an unforgettable night of performance at the Starlight Theatre in Kansas City on June 27, 2025. Known for their captivating productions, the renowned company is set to deliver another breathtaking show starting at 8:00 PM. Don't miss this chance to witness the magic of live theater under the stars. For more information and to secure your tickets, visit the official event page at https://tickets.kcstarlight.com/weird-al. You can also explore more about the Boston Theater Company on their official website, bostonorange.com. Get ready for a night filled with extraordinary performances!

Weird Al Yankovic: Bigger & Weirder 2025 Tour

Starlight Theatre

Join us on August 14, 2025, for a spectacular performing arts event hosted by Brown University at the renowned Starlight Theatre in Kansas City. This evening promises to be an unforgettable blend of creativity, talent, and passion, showcasing the best of Brown's performing arts. The event starts at 6:00 PM, so make sure you're ready for an evening filled with captivating performances. For more details, visit the official event link. Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to witness the magic of performing arts brought to you by one of the leading universities in the United States. Check out Brown University's official website and YouTube channel for more exciting updates!

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Relive Journey’s timeless hits — “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Open Arms,” “Any Way You Want It,” “Who’s Cryin’ Now” and “Faithfully” — that defined a generation and still ignite stadiums today. Now, experience them like never before as Windborne’s “The Music of Journey” brings these iconic songs to life with the full power of the Kansas City Symphony, an electrifying tribute rock band and dynamic vocalist Juan Del Castillo.

Windborne’s The Music of Journey

Ready, set, play! “The Orchestra Games” is a high-energy symphonic showdown where the instruments go head-to-head in a series of thrilling musical challenges. Inspired by the Olympic Games, this interactive concert is the ultimate way for families to discover the unique personalities and abilities of each instrument — from the speed of the fast note dash to the power of the low-note limbo! Cheer for Team Strings, rally behind the Woodwinds and root for the Brass while the Percussion section plays referee. Whether you're a lifelong music lover or brand-new to the world of orchestral music, this exciting event will have you on the edge of your seat, tapping your feet and laughing all the way to the finish line. This orchestral adventure is perfect for kids, families and the young at heart!

The Orchestra Games

Music Director Matthias Pintscher invites you to this must-see opening weekend featuring two spellbinding ballets performed in their entirety. Appalachian Spring, a shining example of Aaron Copland’s American sound, features the iconic melody “Simple Gifts.” French composer Maurice Ravel composed his ballet Daphnis et Chloé several decades earlier; his passionate melodies and lush orchestration paint a musical portrait of a dreamlike world filled with love and adventure.

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Cheyenne Jackson

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Boston Theater Company

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