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John Proctor Is The Villain
Oct 06 - Oct 25
Tue, Oct 6 @ 7:00 pm
Wed, Oct 7 @ 7:00 pm
Thu, Oct 8 @ 7:00 pm
Fri, Oct 9 @ 8:00 pm
Sat, Oct 10 @ 2:00 pm
Sat, Oct 10 @ 8:00 pm
Sun, Oct 11 @ 2:00 pm
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What iF Puppets presents 'How to Snag a Sea Monster'
Oct 07 - Oct 10
Wed, Oct 7 @ 10:00 am
Wed, Oct 7 @ 12:30 pm
Thu, Oct 8 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Oct 8 @ 12:30 pm
Fri, Oct 9 @ 6:00 pm
Sat, Oct 10 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Oct 9 @ 7:00 pm
The Kansas City Symphony Presents: The Planets
Oct 09 - Oct 11
Fri, Oct 9 @ 8:00 pm
Sat, Oct 10 @ 8:00 pm
Sun, Oct 11 @ 2:00 pm
Sun, Oct 11 @ 7:00 pm
Electric Poe
Oct 14 - Nov 01
Wed, Oct 14 @ 6:30 pm
Thu, Oct 15 @ 6:30 pm
Fri, Oct 16 @ 6:30 pm
Sat, Oct 17 @ 6:30 pm
Sun, Oct 18 @ 6:30 pm
Fri, Oct 23 @ 6:30 pm
Sat, Oct 24 @ 6:30 pm
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Red Like Fruit by Hannah Moscovitch
Oct 14 - Oct 25
Wed, Oct 14 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Oct 15 @ 7:30 pm
Fri, Oct 16 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Oct 17 @ 7:30 pm
Sun, Oct 18 @ 2:00 pm
Mon, Oct 19 @ 6:30 pm
Wed, Oct 21 @ 7:30 pm
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Kansas City Ballet Presents “The Wizard of Oz”
Oct 16 - Oct 25
Fri, Oct 16 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Oct 17 @ 7:30 pm
Sun, Oct 18 @ 1:30 pm
Thu, Oct 22 @ 7:30 pm
Fri, Oct 23 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Oct 24 @ 2:00 pm
Sat, Oct 24 @ 7:30 pm
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Fri, Oct 16 @ 8:00 pm
Sat, Oct 17 @ 8:00 pm
Sun, Oct 18 @ 2:00 pm
Interstellar Live with The Kansas City Symphony
Oct 23 - Oct 25
Fri, Oct 23 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, Oct 24 @ 7:00 pm
Sun, Oct 25 @ 2:00 pm
Sun, Oct 25 @ 7:00 pm
The Kansas City Symphony Presents: Prokofiev's Sixth and Barber's Violin Concerto with Stella Chen
Oct 30 - Nov 01
Fri, Oct 30 @ 8:00 pm
Sat, Oct 31 @ 8:00 pm
Sun, Nov 1 @ 2:00 pm
Oct 06, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026
John Proctor Is The Villain
Presented by Kansas City Repertory Theatre at Copaken Stage Kansas City, MO
Five young women fueled by pop music, optimism, and fury, find their voices to shed light on some of the darkest secrets in their one-stoplight town. Sharp, witty, and thought-provoking, this bold new play challenges what we think we know about truth, morality, and the consequences of our choices—inviting audiences to question who the real villains are.
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Oct 06, 2026
My Hero Academia In Concert
Presented by Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Kansas City, MO
Accompanied by a live band performing Yuki Hayashi’s iconic score and paired with stunning visuals, this concert captures every heroic moment, triumph and heartfelt emotion from all eight seasons. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the series, don’t miss this unforgettable musical journey of courage, friendship and the full power of heroes!
Learn More Oct 07, 2026 - Oct 10, 2026
What iF Puppets presents 'How to Snag a Sea Monster'
Presented by Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College at Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS
When a seaweed-covered creature washes ashore in the Cape Cod village of Barnacle Bay, the inhabitants fear the worst. Is it a sea monster in their midst? No, it's a baby as big as a house! The villagers adopt the giant baby, whom they name Stormalong or Stormy, for short. Growing over 24 feet tall, Stormy struggles to fit in and chooses a life aboard a merchant ship to find his place in the world. Meanwhile, a REAL sea monster torments the villagers and only Stormy is big enough to save them all!
Learn More Oct 09, 2026
Alisa Weilerstein, cello and Inon Barnatan, piano in duo recital
Presented by Harriman-Jewell Series at The Folly Theater Kansas City, MO
Alisa Weilerstein is one of the foremost cellists of our time. Known for her consummate artistry, emotional investment, and rare interpretive depth, she was recognized with a MacArthur “genius grant” Fellowship in 2011 for her exceptional creativity, originality and dedication. Today, her career is truly global in scope. While maintaining a deep engagement with the standards of the repertoire, she is also dedicated to expanding cello literature and bringing new works to life through a wealth of solo and concerto commissions. As featured in a Gramophone cover story, in 2022 she released the complete Beethoven Sonatas for Cello and Piano with frequent collaborator Inon Barnatan. “Weilerstein is a throwback to an earlier age of classical performers: not content merely to serve as a vessel for the composer’s wishes, she inhabits a piece fully and turns it to her own ends,” marvels the New York Times. “Weilerstein’s cello is her id. She doesn’t give the impression that making music involves will at all. She and the cello seem simply to be one and the same,” agrees the Los Angeles Times. As the UK’s Telegraph puts it, “Weilerstein is truly a phenomenon.” “One of the most admired pianists of his generation” (New York Times), Inon Barnatan has received universal acclaim for his “uncommon sensitivity” (The New Yorker), “impeccable musicality and phrasing” (Le Figaro), and his stature as “a true poet of the keyboard: refined, searching, unfailingly communicative” (The Evening Standard). A multifaceted musician, Barnatan is equally celebrated as soloist, curator and collaborator. Barnatan appears regularly…
Learn More Oct 09, 2026 - Oct 11, 2026
The Kansas City Symphony Presents: The Planets
Presented by Kansas City Symphony at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Kansas City, MO
Take a stellar musical trip as the Kansas City Symphony plays Gustav Holst’s The Planets! This astrological and astronomical trek includes a militant march for Mars (which inspired music for the movie “Gladiator”), a sweeping, majestic theme for Jupiter and the women of the Symphony Chorus joining the orchestra for the mysterious, otherworldly Neptune movement. Plus, our own principal viola, MingYu Hsu, takes a solo turn in Bohuslav Martinů’s Rhapsody-Concerto for Viola and Orchestra. Featuring: Vimbayi Kaziboni, guest conductor MingYu Hsu, viola (principal violist of The Kansas City Symphony) Sopranos and altos of the Kansas City Symphony Chorus Program: GIACINTO SCELSI, Selections from Quattro Pezzi (su una nota sola) LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN, Overture to Egmont BOHUSLAV MARTINŮ, Rhapsody-Concerto for Viola and Orchestra GUSTAV HOLST, The Planets
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Oct 11, 2026
'The Billy Joel Legacy'
Presented by Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College at Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS
From the producers of “The Simon and Garfunkel Story” and “The Life and Music of George Michael” comes a dynamic celebration of the legendary singer-songwriter's greatest hits, and the story of the man behind the melodies. This concert experience takes you on a journey through Billy Joel’s legendary career, from his humble beginnings to becoming one of the greatest songwriters and performers of all time. Through faithful recreation of the original music, stunning visuals, and compelling storytelling, you’ll discover how his music has shaped generations and why his legacy endures.
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An Evening with Celtic Thunder 2026: Celebrate Your Favorite Songs
Presented by Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Kansas City, MO
An Evening with Celtic Thunder is more than just a concert — it’s a journey through the group’s incredible legacy. Featuring a carefully curated setlist of their greatest hits, this show will showcase the powerful harmonies, soaring ballads and electrifying performances that have made Celtic Thunder a household name. From classic Irish folk songs to contemporary favorites, audiences can expect to hear the anthems that have defined Celtic Thunder’s illustrious career. Formed in Dublin in 2007, Celtic Thunder is a multi-dimensional musical and theatrical ensemble celebrated worldwide for their emotionally powerful performances and state-of-the-art productions. Billboard Magazine has named them the Top World Album Artist five times, and their albums consistently rank in the World Album Top 10.
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Oct 14, 2026
'The Who's Tommy'
Presented by Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College at Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS
In 1969, The Who created a rock opera that changed the course of music history. And now, it’s back in a dazzling all-new production that feels more relevant than ever. After witnessing his father shoot his rival, the young Tommy Walker is lost in the universe, endlessly and obsessively staring into the mirror. An innate knack for pinball catapults him from reticent adolescent to celebrity savior. Tony Award-winning composer Pete Townsend and Tony Award-winning original director Des McAnuff find powerful resonance reexamining this classic story for today.
Learn More Oct 14, 2026 - Nov 01, 2026
Electric Poe
Presented by The Coterie Theatre at The Coterie Theatre Kansas City, MO
Captivating audiences once again, Electric Poe will perform outside in Union Cemetery for sunset performances for families, October 14 – November 1. One actor and one musician will bring the master of the macabre to life with superb acting accompanied by atmospheric underscoring in front of Union Cemetery’s “Holding Vault,” built in 1857 in Kansas City’s oldest public cemetery. Electric Poe will perform on stage at The Coterie for students and educators, September 14 – October 2. To book for a field trip or group, click HERE.
Learn More Oct 14, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026
Red Like Fruit by Hannah Moscovitch
Presented by Unicorn Theatre at Unicorn Theatre Kansas City, MO
Lauren asks Luke to narrate her life—but as he speaks, her sense of self begins to fracture. As the story slips further from her grasp, one question lingers: why did she ask him to tell it at all? Provocative and deeply intimate, Red Like Fruit explores the uneasy terrain of memory, complicity, and voice in the post-#MeToo era.
Learn More Oct 16, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026
Kansas City Ballet Presents “The Wizard of Oz”
Presented by Kansas City Ballet at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Kansas City, MO
Follow the yellow brick road as Septime Webre’s dazzling journey to the Emerald City returns. Swept away to Oz, Dorothy and Toto join three unexpected friends on a magical adventure to meet the Wizard, outwit a Wicked Witch, and find their way home. Bursting with inventive design, spectacular effects, and an original score, this award-winning production is a spellbinding treat for the whole family. Single tickets will go on sale Aug. 17. https://kcballet.org/events/the-wizard-of-oz/ To purchase a subscription, visit https://kcballet.org/subscriptions/
Learn More Oct 16, 2026 - Oct 18, 2026
Dancing in the Street: Music of Motown with The Kansas City Symphony
Presented by Kansas City Symphony at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Kansas City, MO
There “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” to keep you away from Helzberg Hall when the Kansas City Symphony kicks off our 2026/27 Pops Series with this show! This soulful and high-energy program celebrates the iconic sound of the Motown era. You’ll hear hits from Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder and more, with songs like “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” “My Girl” and “Superstition.” Dynamic guest vocalists paired with your Kansas City Symphony will have you dancing in the street! Featuring: Stuart Chafetz, guest conductor Chester Gregory, vocals Darren Lorenzo, vocals Crystal Monee Hall, vocals
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Oct 23, 2026
Stars of American Ballet
Presented by Harriman-Jewell Series at The Folly Theater Kansas City, MO
Founded by renowned dancer Daniel Ulbricht, a principal dancer with the New York City Ballet, Stars of American Ballet is a touring ballet company created to bring together leading dancers from major ballet companies and present high-quality performances to audiences across the United States and around the world. Unlike traditional ballet companies with a permanent roster, Stars of American Ballet features a rotating cast of elite performers who come together for special tours and performances. The company presents a mix of classical ballet pieces and contemporary works, giving audiences the chance to see a variety of styles in a single program. Since it began, Stars of American Ballet® has presented over 90 works including repertory from dozens of dancers and choreographers, traveling all over the United States and abroad. Since its founding in 2009, Stars of American Ballet has performed in theaters, festivals, and special events throughout the United States and internationally. The performances often include famous classical excerpts along with new choreography created specifically for the ensemble. The group is known for its energetic performances and for showcasing some of the most talented ballet dancers performing today. In addition to performances, the company sometimes participates in outreach events and educational programs that help introduce audiences to ballet. Through its touring productions and collaborations, Stars of American Ballet continues to promote and celebrate the artistry of American ballet dancers.
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Oct 23, 2026
'Outlander in Concert'
Presented by Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College at Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS
Do you ever feel as if everything is pointing you towards something…space, time, history? For longtime “Outlander” fans, these words feel like home. As the global phenomenon reaches its conclusion in 2026, its heart continues to beat on stage with “Outlander in Concert.” The officially licensed live concert experience was created in collaboration with its showrunner Matthew B. Roberts and original Emmy Award-winning composer Bear McCreary. Like the stones of Craigh na Dun that carried Claire through time to Jamie, this symphonic experience guides audiences through love and loss, past and future, Scotland and beyond. The iconic score by Bear McCreary takes centerstage, performed live by an orchestra, while the series’ most stirring moments unfold on a cinema‑sized screen. “Outlander in Concert” celebrates the show’s rich heritage, its timeless characters, and the sweeping landscapes that made us fall in love. Premiering in Scotland, the heart and home of “Outlander,” Echoes of The Highlands will fill the air, reminding us that this is not the end… but just the beginning. Officially licensed by Sony Pictures Television and in collaboration with official broadcaster Starz, this concert is a love letter to the story that captured millions of hearts across the world.
Learn More Oct 23, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026
Interstellar Live with The Kansas City Symphony
Presented by Kansas City Symphony at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Kansas City, MO
Interstellar Live sees Christopher Nolan’s Oscar®-winning sci-fi epic back on the big screen, with Hans Zimmer’s Academy Award®- and BAFTA-nominated revelatory score performed live by the Kansas City Symphony, conducted by Ben Palmer, and featuring acclaimed organist Roger Sayer. With our time on Earth coming to an end, a team of explorers undertakes the most important mission in human history: traveling beyond this galaxy to discover whether mankind has a future among the stars.
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Oct 24, 2026
MTC Kids Jam - Matt Heaton
Presented by Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College at Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS
The MTC Kids Jam concert series is specially designed with families in mind! Join us in the MTC lobby at 10 a.m. for art activities, followed by an hour-long concert. Matt Heaton was raised in the golden age of kids’ media. “The Muppets,” “Free to Be You and Me,” “Sesame Street,” “Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood” and more all provided the soundtrack of his early childhood. He tries to bring elements of those classic shows—the musicianship, the wit, the respect and kindness—to families today. His songs blend the mid-century rockabilly, surf, soul, western swing, and country music he loves with a sense of humor that works for both kids and adults. Heaton’s music connects with kids on an organic level, without the AI-generated bombast that fills the algorithms. His songs are full of good messages and good fun. He has songs about math and feelings, which sit beside beloved “dance numbers” and hits like “Don’t Drink the Water (That Your Butt’s Been In)." Whether he’s doing a show at a library, a theater or a pub, he plays to both the kids and adults in the room.
Learn More Oct 25, 2026
Ryan & Ryan 'Kickin' the Clouds Away'
Presented by Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College at Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS
Ryan & Ryan is a dynamic father-son piano duo that blends classic and contemporary music into an enthralling concert experience. From Rachmaninoff to Gershwin to Billy Joel, Donald and Barron Ryan combine their talents to create a dazzling blend of old and new schools. A native of Trinidad & Tobago, Donald came to the United States to study music, earning degrees from Oral Roberts University and the University of Tulsa. He is well-known as a master of diverse styles—evidenced by a diploma from the 9th International Chopin Competition, as well as his induction into the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame. Donald has also earned the distinction of being among the most accomplished pianists in the world as a Steinway Artist. Given his father’s profession, Barron’s choice of playing the piano is no surprise, and he has been no stranger to the stage since the age of four. He distinguished himself in piano studies at the University of Oklahoma and has been a featured soloist at the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame and the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, among many other venues. Barron has also been a prizewinner in numerous piano competitions, including the Oklahoma Israel Exchange Young Artists Competition in 2011.
Learn More Oct 30, 2026 - Nov 01, 2026
The Kansas City Symphony Presents: Prokofiev's Sixth and Barber's Violin Concerto with Stella Chen
Presented by Kansas City Symphony at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Kansas City, MO
Come and be swept up in romantic lyricism as violinist Stella Chen joins your Kansas City Symphony to perform Samuel Barber’s Violin Concerto. Hear one sublime melody after another and feel the excitement of the nonstop perpetual-motion finale. Sergei Prokofiev’s Sixth Symphony is a profound work dedicated to the victims of World War II, by turns lyrical, austere, bright and unsettling. The final movement, according to the composer, reflects on “questions cast into eternity” and “wounds that cannot be healed,” and ends in a major key but with doubts unresolved. Featuring: Ludovic Morlot, guest conductor Stella Chen, violin Program: SOFIA GUBAIDULINA, Fairytale Poem SAMUEL BARBER, Violin Concerto SERGEI PROKOFIEV, Symphony No. 6
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