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Mon, Sep 14, 2009
At its turn-of-the-century premiere, "Tosca" was perceived as particularly coarse and was criticized for a focus on ill-mannered tyrant types and for pervasive brutality. It seems, though, that Kansas City opera-goers do not mind such decadence: just as the opera did in Italy in 1900, "Tosca" opened to a packed house at Kansas City's Lyric Theater last Friday night.
Sun, Sep 20, 2009
The Kansas City Repertory Theatre's presentation of "Into the Woods" under guest director Moisés Kaufman's God-like execution, brings to light the show's bedazzling interplay between the story and the songs. It is not too high praise to say that the intermission is needed so the audience can catch its breath for the second act which builds to its famous finale. (Held over thru October 11)
Wed, Sep 16, 2009
A player of undeniable technical skill, Lang Lang attacks the piano as if it were an opponent to be conquered. Thumping the bass keys, pounding at the treble keys, and taking every advantage to emphasize rhythm and syncopation, he has a mannered, almost violent interpretation of every piece.
Mon, Sep 14, 2009
In the MET's "Seascape," both sets of mirror-image characters are struggling to come to terms with their relationships and their mortality. Together they form an unlikely partnership brought together by the whimsical nudge of natural - or maybe unnatural - selection.
Mon, Sep 14, 2009
Minimalism, at its core, is meant to transcend the norms that most people would cite in describing music, forcing them to approach the experience in ways that challenge the ear, the mind, the psyche and - in some very rare instances - time and space.
Mon, Sep 14, 2009
Under the silver spiral of the Community of Christ temple in Independence, New York Polyphony joined the Young MAIsterSingers for the MAI 30th Anniversary concert this past weekend. The performance was more than just beautiful voices resonating in a brilliant space; these young people had been touched by the careful tutelage of the late Millicent A. Daugherty. It was in her honor that the performance was dedicated.
Mon, Sep 14, 2009
Imagine having the most repulsive, disrespectful, moronic, perverted and dishonest teenager that has possibly ever lived in modern history. Now imagine that teenager is your son and you're a single parent whose feelings of loneliness and professional rejection make you feel like a punching bag.
Mon, Sep 14, 2009
This everyman, or more aptly put, everywoman, story takes place in an unnamed small Midwestern town outside of "The Cities" in Minnesota during 1969-70. It is a tale of personal and national growth and of discovery told through the lives of Pastor Gunderson, played by Barry Williams (a.k.a Greg Brady), and the four ladies who run the church kitchen.
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, Sep 15, 2009
Events this week include theatre offerings from MET ("Seascape") and "Into the Woods," the season opener for the KC Rep; chamber music with Quartet Accorda; Symphony Pops, a harpsichord recital with Rebecca Pechefsky, the UMKC Conservatory Band and much more...
Tue, Sep 15, 2009
The word is out. Quixotic Fusion doesn't put on shows or give performances, they stage events. So naturally these innovative and daring generative artists, led by artistic directors Anthony Magliano and Mica Thomas, would tackle something like this.
Mon, Sep 14, 2009
Yefim Bronfman appears with the Kansas City Symphony, Jane Solose solos with the UMKC Conservatory Orchestra, and James Cockman tickles the keyboard for the Kansas City Wind Symphony. Perhaps the most spectacular musician appearing on a Kansas City stage these weeks, however, is the brilliant young violinist Stefan Jackiw with the Harriman Jewell Series. His is a talent that must be heard to be believed.
Tue, Sep 15, 2009
A short list of local talent giggin' around the metropolis this weekend.
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