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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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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
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
Inlet Dance Theatre presents 'What Do You Do With a Problem?'
Nov 06 - Nov 07
Fri, Nov 6 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Nov 6 @ 12:30 pm
Sat, Nov 7 @ 10:00 am
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/
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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.
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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 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 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.
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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.
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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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Nov 05, 2026 - Nov 06, 2026
Patrick Page: All The Devils Are Here
Presented by Harriman-Jewell Series at The Folly Theater Kansas City, MO
Created & Performed by Patrick Page Directed by Simon Godwin This event will run for two nights! Thursday, November 5 and Friday, November 6, 2026. Dubbed “the villain of Broadway” by Playbill, Tony Award® nominee and GRAMMY® Award winner Patrick Page has never shied away from exploring the dark side. Now, with this tour de force show, he turns his attention to the twisted motivation and hidden humanity at the heart of Shakespeare’s greatest villains. Moving swiftly through the Shakespeare canon, Page illuminates the playwright’s ever-evolving conception of evil by delving into more than a dozen of his most wicked creations. Thrilling, biting, hilarious, and enlightening, what Page delivers is a masterclass on the most terrifying subject of them all: human nature.
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Nov 06, 2026 - Nov 07, 2026
Inlet Dance Theatre presents 'What Do You Do With a Problem?'
Presented by Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College at Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS
This dance theatre adaptation of the No. 1 New York Times bestseller, “What Do You Do With a Problem?” is a powerful story for all ages about a child facing a persistent problem. At first, the problem feels overwhelming, growing larger the more it’s ignored. But when the child bravely confronts it, the problem reveals unexpected possibilities. This moving production invites audiences to see challenges in a new light—reminding us that within every problem may lie a hidden opportunity… and a chance to discover something meaningful about ourselves. Inlet Dance Theatre Founded in 2001 by Executive/Artistic Director Bill Wade, Inlet embodies his belief that the experiences of viewing, training, responding to, and performing dance can foster personal growth and development. In 25 years, Inlet transformed from a s
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