Events for January 2026
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Trojan Women MCI
Mar 25 - Mar 29
Wed, Mar 25 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Mar 26 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Mar 28 @ 7:30 pm
Sun, Mar 29 @ 2:00 pm
The Play That Goes Wrong
Mar 26 - Mar 29
Thu, Mar 26 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Mar 28 @ 7:30 pm
Sun, Mar 29 @ 2:00 pm
Fri, Mar 27 @ 6:00 pm
Kansas City Ballet Presents “Stars and Stripes”
Mar 27 - Mar 29
Fri, Mar 27 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Mar 28 @ 7:30 pm
Sun, Mar 29 @ 1:30 pm
Sun, Mar 29 @ 3:30 pm
Wed, Apr 8 @ 9:45 am
Wed, Apr 8 @ 11:30 am
Thu, Apr 9 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Apr 9 @ 12:30 pm
Thu, Apr 9 @ 6:00 pm
Sun, Apr 12 @ 2:00 pm
Sat, Apr 18 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Apr 18 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Apr 23 @ 7:00 pm
Fri, Apr 24 @ 7:30 pm
It Don't Mean a Thing If It Ain't Got That ... Sving
Apr 25 - Apr 26
Sat, Apr 25 @ 7:30 pm
Sun, Apr 26 @ 3:00 pm
Mar 25, 2026 - Mar 29, 2026
Trojan Women MCI
Presented by Unicorn Theatre at Unicorn Theatre Kansas City, MO
World Premiere Not far from here, four women are held captive, forced to work with no escape. Among them, Cassandra silently waits, painting her nails and plotting justice for her sister. This is a bold reimagining of the classic Trojan Women, by America’s most-produced playwright.
Learn More Mar 26, 2026 - Mar 29, 2026
The Play That Goes Wrong
Presented by The White Theatre at The White Theatre Leawood, KS
2025-2026 Theatre Series This Olivier Award-winning comedy is a hilarious hybrid of Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes. Welcome to opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), it’s “A riotous explosion of comedy!" (The Daily Beast) and “Tons of fun for all ages!” (HuffPost). Ben Brantley of The New York Times calls the show "A gut-busting hit,” and Cindy Adams of the New York Post has just one word for you: “GO!” Written by: Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer & Henry Shields Director: David Martin
Learn More Mar 27, 2026
Langston Hughes: A Lyrical Life
Presented by Kansas City Public Library at Kansas City Public Library - Plaza Branch Kansas City, MO
Langston Hughes: A Lyrical Life is a touring production from the Lyric Opera of Kansas City that celebrates the life and legacy of one of America’s most influential writers. Hughes was born in 1901 in Joplin, Missouri, but spent his childhood in Topeka and Lawrence, Kansas, and in the Kansas City area. An early innovator of jazz poetry, he became a key figure in the Harlem Renaissance, centered in New York City. This semi-staged musical and literary event honors Hughes’ extraordinary legacy as a writer. He was not only a poet, but he also wrote plays, short stories, novels, autobiographies, children’s books, and newspaper columns. The performance highlights his unique voice, bringing out universal themes of joy, struggle, and hope. This 60-minute free program features texts by Hughes, set to music by various composers, and original narration written by singer and actress Alyson Cambridge.
Learn More Mar 27, 2026 - Mar 29, 2026
Kansas City Ballet Presents “Stars and Stripes”
Presented by Kansas City Ballet at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Kansas City, MO
Celebrate Kansas City Ballet’s tribute to our country’s 250th anniversary with a thrilling dance journey. Experience George Balanchine’s Stars and Stripes, a patriotic masterpiece that dazzles with bold choreography and honors the pride and power of America with lushly orchestrated music that celebrates America. Then, travel to the American West with Agnes de Mille’s Rodeo, a dynamic ballet blending athleticism, energy, and vibrant storytelling. The program will also feature a world premiere by innovative choreographer Caili Quan, whose contemporary works push the boundaries of dance. This unforgettable performance will leave you with a deep appreciation for the power of movement and expression. Choreography: George Balanchine, Agnes de Mille, & Caili Quan Music: John Philip Sousa & Aaron Copland Orchestrated by Hershy Kay
Learn More Mar 29, 2026
Unlimited Miles: Miles Davis at 100
Presented by Folly Theater at The Folly Theater Kansas City, MO
Show Description: Unlimited Miles: Miles Davis At 100 keeps one foot rooted in the rich legacy of Miles Davis while the other leaps boldly into the future. Under the direction of award-winning pianist and composer, John Beasley, this starry sextet delves into the visionary spirit and boundless creativity of Davis, exploring the vast directions his music continues to inspire. Beasley’s arrangements will cover each decade of Davis’ chameleonic career.John Beasley – PianoPianist, composer, and arranger, John Beasley’s career brims with accomplishments that bridge musical and visual media. An uncommonly versatile pianist, he backed jazz icons Miles Davis and Freddie Hubbard in his 20s. Since then, he has performed with Dianne Reeves, Christian McBride, Chaka Khan, Kenny Garrett, Stanley Clarke. He even performed one concert with James Brown reviving Brown’s Soul on Top big band music. Beasley’s extensive work as a composer and arranger extends far beyond jazz, with numerous credits in television and film, including blockbuster movies scored by 15x Oscar nominee Thomas Newman. His 20+ recordings have earned him 2 GRAMMY® Awards, 12 nominations, and 2 Latin Grammy nominations. Sean Jones – Trumpet Music and spirituality have always been intertwined in the artistic vision of trumpeter, bandleader, composer, educator, and activist Sean Jones. After a six-month stint with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, Wynton Marsalis offered him a permanent position as lead trumpeter of the ensemble, a post he held from 2004 until 2010. In 2015, Mr. Jones was tapped to become a member of the SFJAZZ Collective. Jones…
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Apr 04, 2026
Yagódy
Presented by Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College at Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS
Founded in Lviv in 2016, Yagódy the band began as a spontaneous project that grew out of their acting experience and love of folk music. Their approach to folk songs is unconventional: they reinterpret ancient melodies, immersing themselves in their drama and musical atmosphere. Each song for them is a separate action, a mini performance in which Ukrainian vocals, Balkan rhythms, and ancient songs merge and find their way into the hearts of the audience. Their music is the vibrations of nature, the call of blood that unites generations. It is a journey into the soul of everyone who is ready to feel connected to their own roots. The band actively tours the world and participates in international festivals. Their music has been heard from Norway to South Africa, from Romania to France. In 2024, Yagódy became a finalist in the National Selection for the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 with the song "Tsunamia.”
Learn More Apr 08, 2026
The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System
Presented by Folly Theater at The Folly Theater Kansas City, MO
When the class gets lost on the way to the planetarium, Ms. Frizzle saves the day by blasting into outer space for an epic interplanetary field trip! But when rivalries both old and new threaten to tear the students apart, our young heroes must learn to pull together or risk getting forever lost in the solar system. Hop on the Magic School Bus for a ride in this new musical adaptation based on the original book series published by Scholastic.
Learn More Apr 09, 2026
Lightwire Theater presents 'The Ugly Duckling'
Presented by Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College at Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS
Lined with electroluminescent wire, the beloved story of “The Ugly Duckling” plays out on stage through a cutting-edge blend of puppetry, technology, and dance. With dazzling visuals, poignant choreography and the creative use of music, ranging from classical to pop, this production brings the well-known story into a brilliant new light.
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Apr 11, 2026
Hare & Tortoise
Presented by Starlight at Starlight Theatre Kansas City, MO
Hare is ready to race, but Tortoise has many things to do before it’s the right time. And time moves so slowly! From sun-shining spring to snow-falling winter, the duo goes through all four seasons. Does Hare have the patience? When will they actually start the race? Brimming with charming characters, live music and singing, and wonderful physicality, Tutti Frutti brings you this much-loved story about opposites and friendship. Performances are held indoors. Shows are appropriate for families with children ages 5-9 but can be enjoyed by everyone. All attendees must have a ticket.
Learn More Apr 12, 2026
Next Gen: Opus 76 + Youth Symphony of Kansas City Series 'The Rasumovsky, the Emperor, and the American Dream'
Presented by Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College at Shawnee Mission South High School Overland Park, KS
YSKC principal players join the Opus 76 Quartet for performances of “Emperor” by Josef Haydn and “Razumovsky” by Ludwig van Beethoven. Program String Quartet in C Major op. 76 no. 3 “Emperor” by Josef Haydn String Quartet in F Major op. 59 no. 1 “Razumovsky” by Ludwig van Beethoven
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Apr 13, 2026
Dedication
Presented by The White Theatre at The White Theatre Leawood, KS
2025-2026 Concert Series Co-presented by Midwest Center for Holocaust Education New York pianist, Roger Peltzman’s one-person show, "Dedication," recounts his family’s tragic history fleeing the Nazis in war-torn Europe using drama, humor, powerful images, and musical performances of everything from blues to Chopin. Drawn into the story of people he never knew, Peltzman develops a “relationship” with his uncle, Norbert Stern, a brilliant pianist who was murdered in Auschwitz at age 21. Learning that Holocaust trauma can be inherited, Peltzman recounts his coming to terms with second generation survivor trauma and the role of music in helping to manage wounds that will never fully heal. A singular tale from the Holocaust that is at once extraordinary and relatable.
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Apr 17, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026
Blue Man Group
Presented by Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Kansas City, MO
Blue Man Group creates a fun, disruptive and out of the ordinary atmosphere that exhilarates the senses and uplifts spirits for audiences of all ages. Join over 50 million fans who’ve experienced the magic of Blue Man Group across the world!
Learn More Apr 18, 2026
The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain
Presented by Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College at Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS
Returning for their sixth appearance at MTC, the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain has become not only a national institution, but also a worldwide phenomenon. The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain (UOGB), founded by George Hinchliffe and Kitty Lux, has enjoyed touring in the United States many times. It is an original musical ensemble featuring only ukuleles of various sizes and registers, accompanied by just the natural voices of the performers.
Learn More Apr 18, 2026
Terri Lyne Carrington: We Insist!
Presented by Folly Theater at The Folly Theater Kansas City, MO
GRAMMY® Award-winning drummer, producer, educator, activist, NEA Jazz Master, and 2019 Doris Duke Award recipient, Terri Lyne Carrington debuts new band Social Science, to boldly confront social justice issues with the eclectic collaborative double album, Waiting Game, on Motéma Music. Galvanized by seismic changes in the ever-evolving social and political landscape, Terri Lyne Carrington and Social Science confront a wide spectrum of social justice issues. The band’s stunning double disc debut, Waiting Game, immediately takes its place in the stirring lineage of politically conscious and activist music, expressing an unflinching, inclusive and compassionate view of humanity’s breaks and bonds through an expansive program melding jazz, R&B, indie rock, contemporary improvisation, and hip-hop. Released by Motéma Music, Waiting Game is as thought-provoking and artistically evocative as it is musically exhilarating. Produced by Carrington and built around her friendship and collaboration with co-producers, pianist Aaron Parks and guitarist Matthew Stevens, and additional band members Morgan Guerin (bass & sax), Debo Ray (vocals) and Kassa Overall (MC/DJ), the album features a diverse ensemble that spans multiple generations, racial, ethnic, sexual and gender identities. The band states: “Along with a message of wakefulness, inclusiveness, and noncompliance, we’ve summoned our musical influences to offer an eclectic alternative to the mainstream. Music transcends, breaks barriers, strengthens us, and heals old wounds. Music is Social Science.” The vocal-driven DISC 1 features the band along with a powerhouse lineup of featured guests: MC’s Rapsody, Maimouna Youssef (aka Mumu Fresh), Kokayi and Raydar Ellis; vocalist Mark Kibble (Take 6); trumpeter Nicholas Payton; and spoken word artists Malcolm Jamal-Warner and Meshell Ndegeocello words of resistance are pulled from recordings of Marilyn Buck, Angela Davis, Leonard Peltier, Assata Shakur and Laura Whitehorn as well as a special, newly recorded,…
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Apr 19, 2026
Australian Chamber Orchestra
Presented by Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College at Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS
The Australian Chamber Orchestra lives and breathes music, making waves around the world for its explosive performances that redefine orchestral music. With their fearless leader of 35 years, Artistic Director Richard Tognetti, the ACO celebrates 50 years of transformative music making with a program showcasing why this orchestra is one of the most distinct, inventive, and renowned ensembles on the world stage today. Featuring Vaughan Williams’ “The Lark Ascending” and a new work by John Luther Adams. Program HENRY PURCELL Fantazia upon One Note GEORGE FRIDERIC HANDEL Concerto Grosso in A major, Op.6, No.11 JOHN LUTHER ADAMS Horizon* RALPH VAUGHAN WILLIAMS (arr. Adam Johnson) The Lark Ascending FANNY MENDELSSOHN HENSEL (arr. strings) String Quartet in E-flat major * World premiere performance, commissioned by the Australian Chamber Orchestra. A new work from John Luther Adams, commissioned by the ACO as part of a residency in Australia, sees the orchestra literally transforming and changing shape on stage as the music asks you to see beyond the visible horizon to the true, limitless expanse before us. Richard Tognetti then evokes that sense of the sublime in Vaughan William’s “The Lark Ascending,” beloved by audiences everywhere. The concert culminates in an arrangement for strings of Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel’s “String Quartet in E-flat major,” with the thrilling energy and virtuosity of the ACO on full display.
Learn More Apr 23, 2026
Kansas City Ballet Presents "Second Company @HOME"
Presented by Kansas City Ballet at Todd Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity Kansas City, MO
Second Company @ Home is an evening of dance with Kansas City Ballet’s Second Company performing a variety of both classical and custom-made contemporary works. This emerging professionals’ program gives extraordinarily talented young dancers professional company experience as a prelude to their joining a professional company. KCB’s Second Company performs throughout the region through public performances, lecture demonstrations, residencies, and workshops, enabling the community to experience live dance in a public setting.
Learn More Apr 24, 2026
I AM, HE SAID – A Celebration of the Music of Neil Diamond
Presented by Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College at Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS
With songs like "Cracklin' Rosie," “America," and "Sweet Caroline,” Neil Diamond sold over 100 million records worldwide with music that became the soundtrack to one generation after another with hits spanning five decades. As a Tin Pan Alley song writer in the mid-60s, he penned songs recorded by everyone from Elvis Presley to Deep Purple and, of course, the Monkee’s classic, “I’m A Believer.” Matt Vee along with cousins Jeff and Tommy Vee, music veterans and sons of the legendary Bobby Vee, join forces with their family and friends as The Killer Vees to celebrate the music from a timeless catalog.
Learn More Apr 25, 2026 - Apr 26, 2026
It Don't Mean a Thing If It Ain't Got That ... Sving
Presented by The White Theatre at The White Theatre Leawood, KS
2025-2026 Concert Series Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music that honors the rich legacy of Jewish Big Band leaders and musicians in the golden era of swing and Big Band jazz. “It Don’t Mean A Thing If It Ain’t Got That … Sving” celebrates the contributions of Jewish composers and bandleaders and highlights the sounds that defined a generation. With a repertoire full of timeless hits, the performance will feature iconic tunes by legendary artists, including Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, and Willie Smith. Under the leadership of Ron Ernst, the Moonlight Serenade Orchestra of Kansas City will bring these beloved classics to life. The orchestra will transport the audience back to the days when Big Band music filled the airwaves, dance floors, and ballrooms. The show will dive deep into the music of Jewish composers who helped shape the sound of swing. This celebration is a tribute to the cultural heritage of Jewish musicians and the enduring influence they've had on American music. The blend of intricate melodies, foot-tapping rhythms, and lush brass harmonies will make this a night to remember, honoring the legacy of these musical pioneers while introducing their contributions to new generations of jazz enthusiasts. Whether you're a long-time fan of Big Band jazz or a newcomer to the genre, this performance promises to be a captivating experience that underscores the intersection of cultural heritage and musical innovation.
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