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Mamma Mia will charm audiences in electrifying production

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The 25th anniversary tour of MAMMA MIA! returns to Kansas City tonight at the Music Hall through March 10 with catchy tunes, incredible vocal performance, and high energy choreography. With ABBA’s timeless ...

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Be Inspired with Tina -The Tina Turner Musical

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Tina – The Tina Turner Musical is an inspirational comeback story unlike any other. It This tale of a woman who defied expectations to become the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll opens ...

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Liam Neeson, Jonathan Roumie partner on C.S. Lewis project

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Action-movie star Liam Neeson is teaming up with the prayer app Hallow for a special Pray25 Advent prayer challenge. “Advent with C.S. Lewis,” a four-week-long prayer series, will feature the works of ...

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Aaron Sorkin’s Rendition of “To Kill a Mockingbird” at the Music Hall in Kansas City

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In a world filled with books, there are precious few that can bridge generational gaps and foster dinner table conversations between a teen and a 75-year-old. “To Kill a Mockingbird” is one ...

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New film version of “The Hiding Place” in theaters next month

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A filmed stage adaptation of “The Hiding Place,” which tells the story of Corrie ten Boom and her courageous family during the horrors of World War II, will be shown in theaters ...

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Aladdin fulfills summer childhood wishes

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Three wishes for the kids this summer include Aladdin, Aladdin, and Aladdin The school year ended last week for many around the metro last week. Kick off a great summer by attending ...

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“His Story” is a giant musical about Jesus with hopes to reshape Broadway

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It’s been over 50 years since Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar opened on Broadway in 1971. Its success was soon followed that same year by Godspell. Now, His Story, a new ...

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Demolition begins on Orlando Holy Land Experience theme park

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The Holy Land Experience theme Park in Orlando is being demolished after TBN invested more than $130 million in the project. AdventHealth purchased the property from TBN in 2021 for $32 million ...

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“Queen Esther” is wowing audiences this summer at Sight & Sound

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Sight & Sound’s “Queen Esther” musical production is a breathtaking and emotionally stirring masterpiece that brings to life one of the most significant stories of the Old Testament. Currently on stage at ...

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Star of upcoming “Les Misérables” says it’s a timeless story of redemption

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From Jesus on the cross to Paul on the Damascus road, the Bible is filled with stories about the power of redemption. “Les Misérables,” one of the world’s most iconic musicals, tells ...

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“Annie” offers a lot to love in family-friendly musical at the Kaufmann

There is a lot to love in the Broadway show Annie which opened April 18 at the Kaufmann Center for the Performing Arts. The national production is enjoyable for both adults and ...

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‘Hamilton’ is a thrilling roller coaster ride

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As the curtain rose on Hamilton Wednesday night, I felt the peculiar urge to strap in, much as I would on a thrilling roller coaster ride. The Broadway phenomenon did not disappoint. ...

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‘My Fair Lady’ revival comes to Kansas City

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All of us have had the opportunity to make improvements in our lives and careers. Would we do it if it was part of a wager by other people and we had ...

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The Chosen meets Hamilton: ‘His Story the Musical’ seeks auditions

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In what’s being called “The Chosen meets Hamilton,” the new production His Story: The Musical is getting a lot of attention while opening up auditions. His Story: The Musical utilizes contemporary pop music ...

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Make this Christmas season one to remember with select area events

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The Christmas season is a great time to share experiences with friends and family, but more importantly a time to share the true meaning of Christmas.   “This timeless holiday show becomes ...

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Heroism of Corrie ten Boom comes to life in December

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What leads a family to risk their lives to save the lives of others? Find out on Sunday, Dec. 18 when actress Vickie Gaynier portrays Corrie ten Boom at Or HaOlam Messianic ...

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‘Ain’t Too Proud’ brings The Temptations to life

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Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations comes to Kansas City Tuesday, June 21, 2022  The musical will get you on your feet– even during the current heat ...

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‘Fiddler on the Roof’ mirrors a world of family, love, and Russian aggression

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“Fiddler on the Roof” comes to Kansas City Tuesday, May 3, through Sunday, May 8 after the pandemic interrupted its national tour which began in 2018. The musical that was first performed ...

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Everyone has heard a Wicked song, but have you seen the musical?

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Have you heard this one? “…Everyone deserves a chance to fly!” “Popular, you’re gonna be Popular! “I’ve heard it said that people come into our lives for a reason bringing something we ...

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Finding faith in “The Nutcracker,” a Christmas classic

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The popularity of the ballet “The Nutcracker” skyrockets during Advent and the Christmas season because of its pageantry, dancing, and timeless classical music. But have you ever wondered what the story is really all ...

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‘Tootsie’ marks Broadway’s return to Kansas City

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We all need to laugh. And you will laugh with, and at, Tootsie. The latest iteration of the 1982 film starring Dustin Hoffman, will be presented by Broadway Across America and the ...

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Production of The Great Divorce, a C.S. Lewis classic, is Saturday

Most are familiar with the well-known works of C.S. Lewis. In addition to writing children’s classics like The Lion, Witch, and the Wardrobe he also authored works that delve into Heaven and ...

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Mary’s Wedding – hope, healing, and the joy of love set against war

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The images of people clinging to the outside of planes taking off from Kabul airport and other desperate measures taken by Afghans to leave their homeland remind us of the harsh realities ...

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Sight & Sound to broadcast ‘Jesus’ live from Branson

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Sight & Sound will broadcast its original production of “Jesus” live from Branson for Easter. “For more than 40 years, audiences from all over the world have been coming to Sight & ...

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New “Queen Esther” show will be streamed live by Sight & Sound Theatres

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“Queen Esther,” the latest show from Sight & Sound Theatres, will finally make its debut. The show, which was scheduled to premiere live in March, instead will be shown by pay-per-view on ...

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