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Wed, Nov 18, 2009
Wow. Native son David Parson's Parson Dance with members of the East Village Opera Company presented an amazing evening of music and dance at the Folly Theater last Friday as part of the Harriman Jewell Series. The performance is still seared into my brain days later.
Tue, Nov 17, 2009
The men and women of Musica Vocale had intermingled, giving the piece a tighter tonality that added to its beautiful cohesion, and I noticed only after the concert that I had scribbled into the margin of the "Justorum" the single word: "Wow!" It was the standout piece of the evening, and well worth sitting through the first half
Tue, Nov 17, 2009
Let me begin by saying Octarium is an exceptionally talented ensemble with stunning voices, synergy and stage presence to spare. There is no place to hide in this ensemble and the singers need not worry about that, as each is magnificent.
Tue, Nov 17, 2009
The final bonbon of the evening in the program of delights was Purcell's O Sing Unto the Lord, which featured solo cameos sung excellently by soprano Amy Waldron, alto Kate Lohmann, and bass Jonathan Krinke, and the combined artistic forces of the Collegium Vocale, the KC Baroque Consortium, and harpsichordist, Steven McDonald.
Tue, Nov 17, 2009
One might not associate basketballs, power saws and rubber work boots with tap dancing, but that is exactly what the TAP DOGS, performing at Lied Center last week, delivered. The six male dancers of the troupe continuously demonstrated their precision and strength throughout the non-stop show, eliciting gasps, laughs, and overwhelming applause from the audience.
Tue, Nov 17, 2009
Soledad Barrio took the stage again for the mother of all Flamenco forms the Soleá, a gypsy version of the word 'Soledad' meaning Solitude. A form that like her name, she truly owns. Eugenio Iglesias' guitar introduction was a lush sound of light and dark tonalities mirrored by Farrar's chiaroscuro lighting.
Tue, Nov 17, 2009
Paul Taylor dancers are known for their incredible strength and stamina. They have the ability to be completely grounded and yet remain graceful, creating signature lines and unique shapes.
Tue, Nov 17, 2009
Todd Bolender's vision of a permanent and prominent building for the Kansas City Ballet is no longer dancing in people's heads - it is coming true. Soon the Todd Bolender Center for Dance and Creativity will be a vision for all of Kansas City and the world to see and visit.
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!
Wed, Nov 18, 2009
Percussion Group Kansas City (PGKC) ia made up of members of the Kansas Symphony percussion section, Chris McLaurin, Joseph Petrasek, Matthew Henderson and Lia DeRoin showcased the diverse sonic possibilities attainable with percussion instruments in their all-American program.
Wed, Nov 18, 2009
“Toughest Kid in the World,” Little House on the Prairie,” and “The Graduate” continue in Theatre, while “The Time of Your Life,” Christmas in Song,” “Almost Maine” and the much anticipated “Christmas Story. The Musical!" all begin this week. Humperdinck's Hansel und Gretel, the fall Opera offering from UMKC, Te Deum, Stern Conducts Sibelius and a new premiere work “Lost Souls.” Dance brings Jukebox by Bill Evans at KU. Various and sundry offerings are Roger Rees’ What You Will and Kung Fu Masters of China… and much, much more. Check it out!
Tue, Nov 17, 2009
The Chestnut Fine Arts Center is doing something new this year. For the first time in their 11 years of operation, they are doing an entire season of musical revue shows.
Tue, Nov 17, 2009
The Chestnut Fine Arts Center is presenting "A Taffeta Christmas." a musical revue that features Christmas songs and golden oldies.
Tue, Nov 17, 2009
The 1997 Barry Levinson film "Wag the Dog" took the idea that politics is 1% decision-making and 99% show biz, and turned it into a satire of Shavian, if not Shakespearean, proportions. In Beau Willimon's savage comedy "Farragut North," the spin-doctor gets spun--it is a case of the dog getting flogged.
Tue, Nov 17, 2009
Long live rock n'roll! That sums up the theme for the new British offbeat comedy "Pirate Radio," an irreverent look back at a period in time when anyone who listened to rock was labeled as a degenerate.
Tue, Nov 10, 2009
"There is something about a great piece of music - whether you love it or you don't - you want to hear it again. Whether you love it or not, that isn't important. If you want to hear it again, that's the important thing."
Wed, Nov 11, 2009
The UMKC Conservatory of Music opera program with "Hansel und Gretel," begins this week. The KC Symphony season continues with the music of Sibelius, Ravel and a world premiere by contemporary composer Avner Dorman. Choral music fans will enjoy the the William Baker Festival Singers this weekend. And that’s just a little taste of all the great music that awaits you.
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