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Sun, May 31 @ 2:00 pm
Wed, Jun 3 @ 6:00 pm
Fri, Jun 5 @ 7:30 pm
The Kansas City Symphony Presents: Rachmaninoff Celebration, Part 2: Piano Concerto No. 3
Jun 05 - Jun 07
Fri, Jun 5 @ 8:00 pm
Sat, Jun 6 @ 8:00 pm
Sun, Jun 7 @ 2:00 pm
Sun, Jun 7 @ 7:00 pm
Tue, Jun 9 @ 6:00 pm
Steve Hackman Conducts His "Taylor Swift: The Symphony Era" with The Kansas City Symphony
Jun 11 - Jun 12
Thu, Jun 11 @ 8:00 pm
Fri, Jun 12 @ 8:00 pm
Sat, Jun 13 @ 11:00 am
Sun, Jun 14 @ 2:00 pm
Kansas City Ballet Summer Intensive
Jun 15 - Jul 25
Mon, Jun 15 @ 9:00 am
Tue, Jun 16 @ 9:00 am
Wed, Jun 17 @ 9:00 am
Thu, Jun 18 @ 9:00 am
Fri, Jun 19 @ 9:00 am
Mon, Jun 22 @ 9:00 am
Tue, Jun 23 @ 9:00 am
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Tue, Jun 16 @ 6:00 pm
Mrs. Christie
Jun 17 - Jun 28
Wed, Jun 17 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Jun 18 @ 7:30 pm
Fri, Jun 19 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Jun 20 @ 7:30 pm
Sun, Jun 21 @ 2:00 pm
Mon, Jun 22 @ 7:30 pm
Wed, Jun 24 @ 7:30 pm
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Wed, Jun 17 @ 6:00 pm
Thu, Jun 18 @ 7:30 pm
The Kansas City Symphony Presents: Rhapsody in Blue and Dvořák's "New World" Symphony
Jun 19 - Jun 21
Fri, Jun 19 @ 8:00 pm
Sat, Jun 20 @ 8:00 pm
Sun, Jun 21 @ 2:00 pm
Ensemble Ibérica ‘Kicking Off – A Musical Tour of Algeria, Argentina, England, and the Netherlands’
Jun 21
Sun, Jun 21 @ 2:00 pm
May 30, 2026
JK Live!
Presented by Folly Theater at The Folly Theater Kansas City, MO
After 4 years stuck inside (no one told us Covid was over), the JK! Studios cast has returned with a brand new tour! Drawing on their college roots and using the signature style they created over 9 Seasons of Studio C, the JK cast will be performing never-before-seen material, audience-participation sketches, and a show-stopping parody musical. Join us for a night of family friendly comedy unlike anything you’ve ever seen! “Their stage presence is amazing, the way they work the room is amazing.” – Kenan Thompson“Their work is well put together, it’s good comedy, and I like that my kids like it. Very clever.” – Conan O’Brien
Learn More May 31, 2026
Kinnor Philharmonic Summer Concert
Presented by The White Theatre at The White Theatre Leawood, KS
2025-2026 Concert Series Kick your summer off with our artists-in-residence, Kinnor Philharmonic, as they perform amazing music with a Jewish twist. Recommended for ages 12+
Learn More Jun 03, 2026
Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box at Loose Park Garden Center
Presented by Kansas City Symphony at Loose Park Garden Center Kansas City, MO
First launched during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box provides free outdoor chamber music concerts to audiences across the metro. To date, Symphony musicians have performed in 258 unique locations, spread over 93 zip codes, reaching tens of thousands of people. Join the Mobile Music Box at Loose Park Garden Center with this special violin quartet performance. Lawn chairs, picnics and blankets are encouraged. Please bring your children and pets!
Learn More Jun 05, 2026
David Brighton's Space Oddity
Presented by Folly Theater at The Folly Theater Kansas City, MO
David Brighton’s Space Oddity is credited as being the world’s best David Bowie theatrical, concert experience. “David Brighton has the voice, moves and look to actually step in for David Bowie if he were unavailable and few would ever know. Experiencing Space Oddity made for a truly remarkable evening…” says Harry Maslin, the Producer of David Bowie’s YOUNG AMERICANS and STATION TO STATION Albums. David’s credits include performing side by side with David Bowie himself in the TV commercials for Vittel Mineral Water and for Reality – Bowie’s CD. David has performed as a resident cast member of the world famous Legends In Concert – Las Vegas production show. He was cast to portray David Bowie in Warner Brother’s feature film, The Watchmen. He also appeared as David Bowie on VH-1 television as well as in international pop star Shakira’s concert video. David has performed worldwide on bills with some of the biggest acts the world has known, including: Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Devo, Kenny Loggins, Three Dog Night, Chicago, Little Richard and Barry Manilow. Brighton has performed at events for Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver… Brooke Shields, Dustin Hoffman, Sylvester Stallone, Jay Leno, David Foster, Catherine Zeta Jones, Michael Douglas, Quincy Jones, Nicholas Cage and Barbra Streisand… David and the Band have been performing throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia, China and Europe – including: Finland, Germany, Estonia, Belgium, France, The Netherlands, Spain, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Portugal and Israel… This full scale stage production is complete with flamboyant costume changes, elaborate staging, perfectly emulated vocal stylings and one of the best backing bands in…
Learn More Jun 05, 2026 - Jun 07, 2026
The Kansas City Symphony Presents: Rachmaninoff Celebration, Part 2: Piano Concerto No. 3
Presented by Kansas City Symphony at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Kansas City, MO
Matthias Pintscher, music director and conductor Yefim Bronfman, piano MATTHIAS PINTSCHER Prelude (world premiere, piano solo) SERGEI RACHMANINOFF Symphony No. 3 SERGEI RACHMANINOFF Piano Concerto No. 3 The second concert of Music Director Matthias Pintscher’s Rachmaninoff celebration sees Yefim Bronfman, one of the greatest pianists of our time, tackling the composer’s Third Piano Concerto, widely viewed as one of the most difficult concertos ever written. Film buffs may recognize it as the concerto in the 1996 movie “Shine.” The second part of the Rachmaninoff double feature is his Third Symphony, displaying his rich gifts for gorgeous melodies and yearning harmonies. Rounding out the program is a piano prelude commissioned specially for this concert — written by Matthias himself!
Learn More Jun 07, 2026
Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box at AdventHealth South Overland Park
Presented by Kansas City Symphony at AdventHealth South Overland Park Overland Park, KS
First launched during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box provides free outdoor chamber music concerts to audiences across the metro. To date, Symphony musicians have performed in 258 unique locations, spread over 93 zip codes, reaching tens of thousands of people. Join the Mobile Music Box at AdventHealth South Overland Park with this special violin quartet performance. This show features free chair massages on site by licensed massage therapists.
Learn More Jun 09, 2026
Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box at Shawnee Mission Park Inclusive Playground
Presented by Kansas City Symphony at Shawnee Mission Park Inclusive Playground Lenexa, KS
First launched during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box provides free outdoor chamber music concerts to audiences across the metro. To date, Symphony musicians have performed in 258 unique locations, spread over 93 zip codes, reaching tens of thousands of people. Join the Mobile Music Box at Shawnee Mission Park Inclusive Playground with this special woodwind quintet performance. Lawn chairs, picnics and blankets are encouraged. Please bring your children and pets!
Learn More Jun 11, 2026 - Jun 12, 2026
Steve Hackman Conducts His "Taylor Swift: The Symphony Era" with The Kansas City Symphony
Presented by Kansas City Symphony at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Kansas City, MO
Steve Hackman, creator and guest conductor The Kansas City Symphony is in its Taylor era. From reimagining the worlds of Brahms, Beyoncé, Radiohead, Drake, and more, now Steve Hackman brings his signature orchestral fusion style to Taylor Swift: The Symphony Era, a two-night-only event with the Kansas City Symphony. Joined by a band, dynamic vocalists, and the full power of the Symphony, this one-of-a-kind tribute concert comes to life at Helzberg Hall. You belong with us — at The Symphony Era.
Learn More Jun 13, 2026
Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box at Ivanhoe Neighborhood Farmers Market
Presented by Kansas City Symphony at Ivanhoe Neighborhood Farmers Market Kansas City, MO
First launched during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box provides free outdoor chamber music concerts to audiences across the metro. To date, Symphony musicians have performed in 258 unique locations, spread over 93 zip codes, reaching tens of thousands of people. Join the Mobile Music Box at Ivanhoe Neighborhood Farmers Market with this special performance. Lawn chairs, picnics and blankets are encouraged. Please bring your children and pets!
Learn More Jun 14, 2026
Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts' Future Stages Festival
Presented by Kansas City Symphony at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Kansas City, MO
First launched during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box provides free outdoor chamber music concerts to audiences across the metro. To date, Symphony musicians have performed in 258 unique locations, spread over 93 zip codes, reaching tens of thousands of people. Join the Mobile Music Box at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts' Future Stages Festival with this special string quartet performance. This show features children’s activities.
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Jun 14, 2026
Future Stages Festival
Presented by Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Kansas City, MO
Since 2014, the Kauffman Center’s Future Stages Festival has provided a platform for local youth performers to showcase their talents and for everyone within the community to be connected to exceptional arts experiences. The festival highlights all forms of performing arts and represents everyone in the community. Tickets are not required, but patrons are encouraged to RSVP to receive event updates. Future Stages Festival is presented by our Premier Partner, Saint Luke's.
Learn More Jun 15, 2026 - Jul 25, 2026
Kansas City Ballet Summer Intensive
Presented by Kansas City Ballet at Todd Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity Kansas City, MO
The Kansas City Ballet Summer Intensive offers a curriculum focused on classical ballet with exposure to a variety of dance disciplines. Artistic staff and school faculty of Kansas City Ballet combine to create one of the best summer intensives offered in the country. Our world-class guest instructors bring additional expertise that is unmatched and will help prepare students for the demands of a professional career. We educate not just the dancer, but the whole person. Classes take place at the award-winning Todd Bolender Center for Dance & Creativity in the Crossroad Arts District of Kansas City, Missouri.
Learn More Jun 16, 2026
Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box at English Landing Park
Presented by Kansas City Symphony at English Landing Park Parkville, MO
First launched during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box provides free outdoor chamber music concerts to audiences across the metro. To date, Symphony musicians have performed in 258 unique locations, spread over 93 zip codes, reaching tens of thousands of people. Join the Mobile Music Box at English Landing Park with this special string quartet performance. Lawn chairs, picnics and blankets are encouraged. Please bring your children and pets!
Learn More Jun 17, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
Mrs. Christie
Presented by Kansas City Actors Theatre at Spencer Theater Kansas City, MO
An Agatha Christie theatre mystery, revolving around Christie herself! From Heidi Armbruster, Mrs. Christie takes a look at Agatha’s mysterious eleven-day disappearance in 1926, and 100 years later, a devoted superfan, Lucy, who may be the one to finally crack the case. In parallel stories that weave the past with the present, both Lucy and Agatha go on journeys of self-discovery, all with an added thrill of a good old-fashioned mystery. “Mrs. Christie is a captivating, thought-provoking, humorous, dark, and tear-inducing experience.” (Los Altos Town Crier)
Learn More Jun 17, 2026
Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box at Gillham Park
Presented by Kansas City Symphony at Gillham Park Kansas City, MO
First launched during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box provides free outdoor chamber music concerts to audiences across the metro. To date, Symphony musicians have performed in 258 unique locations, spread over 93 zip codes, reaching tens of thousands of people. Join the Mobile Music Box at Gillham Park for its 2026 season closing show with this special brass quintet performance. Lawn chairs, picnics and blankets are encouraged. Please bring your children and pets!
Learn More Jun 18, 2026
Jonathan Van Ness: Hot & Healed
Presented by Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Kansas City, MO
Jonathan Van Ness is an Emmy-winning television personality, three-time New York Times best-selling author, podcaster, comedian, celebrity hairstylist and founder of JVN Hair. He stars on Netflix’s Emmy Award-winning reboot series Queer Eye, where he shines as the hair guru and self-care advocate; and he hosts the popular podcast, Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness. Jonathan also starred on the Emmy-nominated web series Gay of Thrones, a witty social commentary series recapping HBO’s Game of Thrones. Launched in 2013, the series ran for eight seasons and garnered three Emmy nominations for ‘Outstanding Short Form Variety Series.’ Fresh off two successful worldwide comedy tours, Jonathan Van Ness: Road to Beijing and Imaginary Living Room Olympian, Jonathan is bringing their new show, Hot & Healed, to cities around the US, Canada and abroad.
Learn More Jun 19, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026
The Kansas City Symphony Presents: Rhapsody in Blue and Dvořák's "New World" Symphony
Presented by Kansas City Symphony at Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts Kansas City, MO
Peter Oundjian, guest conductor Michelle Cann, piano JOAN TOWER Suite from Concerto for Orchestra FLORENCE PRICE Piano Concerto GEORGE GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue ANTONÍN DVOŘÁK Symphony No. 9, “From the New World” Our Classical Series finale celebrates the “new world” and its limitless inspiration! George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue is the perfect blend of jazz and classical brilliance; its dynamic energy will raise your spirits and set your toes tapping. Czech composer Antonín Dvořák’s Ninth Symphony is one of the most popular symphonies of all time. He wrote it while living in America as a tribute to the power and majesty of American music and landscapes. Florence Price was a trailblazing composer who infused her exuberant piano concerto with African American dance melodies and rhythms, while Joan Tower’s suite bursts with bold orchestral colors.
Learn More Jun 21, 2026
Ensemble Ibérica ‘Kicking Off – A Musical Tour of Algeria, Argentina, England, and the Netherlands’
Presented by Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College at Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS
Known for their dynamic collaborations and genre-blending performances, Ensemble Ibérica brings together world-class artists to reimagine classical, folkloric, and contemporary repertoire, creating immersive experiences that connect audiences across cultures. Led by guitarist and artistic director Beau Bledsoe, the group features Turkish cellist and vocalist Ezgi Karakus and percussionist John Currey, whose combined artistry reflects a shared commitment to expanding the reach of underrepresented music through performance, education, and international collaboration. This special program explores a rich tapestry of global musical traditions, featuring the modern Argentine tangos of Astor Piazzolla alongside beloved classic tangos. They will also present Renaissance works by John Dowland, whose music reflects the expressive depth of early European art music. Expanding beyond these traditions, the program also includes folkloric music from Algeria and the Netherlands, highlighting the diverse cultural voices and musical languages that connect communities across continents.
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