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Tue, Dec 08, 2009
Once again the KC music and dance scene is overflowing with riches this weekend - and merits top billing on KCMetropolis. It is impossible to cover - or attend - everything, but here is a hearty list for your consideration.
Tue, Dec 08, 2009
America is supposed to be a shining beacon of hope to the world, but the emotionally intense drama "Precious," with a memorable performance by newcomer Gabourey Sidibe, reminds us that there are plenty here at home whose American dream is a hellish nightmare instead.
Mon, Nov 30, 2009
Spirits haunt every aspect of Nathan Granner's one man production of Dicken's Christmas Carol adapted by Peter Bodine. This fresh interpretation of the traditional favorite is akin to the Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Winters, Orson Wells, radio drama variety with songs and carols setting the mood and forwarding the action. There are no big budget sets, props or costumes.
Wed, Nov 25, 2009
The setting is as familiar as anything in modern day: it is a bar where regulars and passers-through interact. "Nick's" may not be "Cheers" - not everybody knows your name and they definitely aren't always glad you came - but it nonetheless offers up an oasis from the stresses of everyday life on the street.
Tue, Dec 01, 2009
Thank you to all who have supprted KCM over the past year. We are finally nearing the end of 2009 - and looking forward to 2010 and brighter days. It's not too late to make a gift of any size to KCMetropolis.org - use the online DONATE feature before midnight on December 31 or postmark your check for that same date...
Tue, Dec 08, 2009
Longtime vocal music fans in Kansas City know that one of the most enjoyable days to be spent midwinter is at the Metropolitan Opera District Auditions which are held here each year. Usually over 30 singers, and sometimes as many as 40, perform a selection of opera arias in front of expert judges to determine a series of winners, three of whom advance to the regional auditions.
Wed, Feb 01, 2012
Looking for something to do this weekend? Click here for the KC Events calendar of theatre, classical music, dance and jazz events through 2011. Highlights of this week's classical music and dance offerings are in Don Dagenais' "City Classics." For current Theatre listings visit Victor Wishna's "City Stage." Enjoy!
Tue, Dec 08, 2009
For Christopher Durang, the neurotically-charged playwright of the Unicorn Theatre's lastest play Miss Witherspoon, the stage is a second home; his comedies put his characters in situations as absurd and frightening as an hour at a psychoanalyst's couch set up in a confessional.
Tue, Dec 08, 2009
This week brings the continuation of lots of great seasonal theatre - check out the KCM reviews of "Miss Witherspoon," "Christmas Story. The Musical!," “A Christmas Spectacular," “A Taffeta Christmas,” “The Time of Your Life,” “Little House on the Prairie,” “Christmas in Song,” and “It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play,” as well as the other fine offerings on the KC Events calendar. Don Dagenais’ cover story gives a great synopsis of music and dance over the next week… check it all out!
Tue, Dec 08, 2009
When the Heartland Men's Chorus rolled out a kitchen set complete with the late Julia Child (played to perfection by Ron Williams) I knew I was in for a treat. The tasty piece "Fruitcake" was a fascinating mix of musical ingredients sung by the different sections of the Choir, overlapping in cannon. Sung together with "Christmas is Delicious" and "It's the Most Fattening Time of the Year," I ate it all up with a spoon.
Tue, Dec 08, 2009
In this day and age, it's difficult to find entertainment that truly touches the heart. "A Spectacular Christmas" presented by Musical Theatre Heritage may just be one of those rare gems.
Tue, Dec 08, 2009
The liturgical opera "The Wise Women" is billed as a mystery fable by Conrad Susa. In his own words, the composer describes it as “high church redesigned by the littlest angel.” There is a definite Anglican sensibility in the opera’s use of children, shepherds, angels and the holy family, but there is a twist. These wise women have voices, and they use them.
Mon, Dec 07, 2009
After the Kansas City Repertory Theatre's 29-year run of performing "A Christmas Carol," Eric Rosen, in only his 2nd full season as its artistic director, deserves a theatric medal of valor for breaking with three decades of tradition to stage this new musical.
Tue, Nov 24, 2009
In the Coterie Theatre's new production of "Little House on the Prairie," big questions are asked.
Tue, Nov 24, 2009
"This show is about light," says director J. Kent Barnhart. "And about Christmas, about all of the different meanings it has for each one of us."
Tue, Nov 24, 2009
Christmas lights and garland decorate the American Heartland Theatre lobby, leaving no doubt of the impending Holidays despite the warm November evening.
Tue, Nov 17, 2009
The Chestnut Fine Arts Center is presenting "A Taffeta Christmas." a musical revue that features Christmas songs and golden oldies.
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