Americans identifying as LGBT doubled in past 10 years
Twice as many Americans now identify as LGBT than a decade ago, a new Gallup poll found. The share of Americans who identify as LGBT reached a record 7.2 percent in 2022 ... Read More »
Kansas City’s AMC Theatres to charge you more for better seats
Moviegoers looking for good seats soon will have to pay more at Kansas City-based AMC Theatres. The three-tiered seating system announced this week includes “value sightline, standard sightline and preferred sightline sections,” ... Read More »
New film ‘Why the Nativity’ take world by storm ahead of Christmas
After premiering Thanksgiving, the docudrama film Why the Nativity has been viewed by more than 12 million people on YouTube alone. And its not stopping. Produced by Turning Point, the broadcast ministry ... Read More »
Mark Wahlberg’s faith-based “Father Stu” rereleased as PG-13
Some viewers stayed away from Mark Wahlberg’s faith-based movie “Father Stu” earlier this year because of its strong language. The true story is back in theaters, but this time in a PG-13 ... Read More »
Non-stop entertainment options available now through Christmas
As the song says, it’s Christmas in Kansas City. From holiday music to light displays to ice skating, families have plenty of entertainment options between now and December 25. These are a ... Read More »
NOTO Live Festival is September 9 & 10
The NOTO Arts and Entertainment District is bringing back NOTO Live, a weekend celebration packed full of performance art, live music, busking, and talent of all kinds. Performers will be sprinkled throughout ... Read More »
Justin Bieber and crew pray as he resumes tour after health issues
Justin Bieber has resumed performing after world tour dates were canceled. The health crisis, which precipitated the schedule disruption, was his diagnosis with Ramsay Hunt syndrome. The singer, 28, gave his first ... Read More »
BRANSON CARES: How the entertainment industry is leading its community for global impact
In the center of America’s heartland, Branson, Missouri, has embraced a mission to help children with severe disabilities across the globe through an initiative aptly titled BRANSON CARES. Dubbed “The Live Entertainment Capital ... Read More »
Tony Dow, who played Wally on ‘Leave It to Beaver,’ has died
Tony Dow, one of television’s most iconic figures for his role in “Leave it to Beaver,” died Wednesday. The actor passed away while on hospice after it was announced his cancer had ... Read More »
Marvel and DC’s war on God
The first installment of a seven-part Marvel & DC’s War on God series has been released by Christian media company Good Fight Ministries. The company says the 150-minute film The Antichrist Agenda “documents ... Read More »
5 Family-friendly things: for $6.99, Frndly streaming is an amazing deal
Can a new streaming service called “Frndly” make a difference? For decades, satellite and cable companies maintained a large customer base by offering channels that families couldn’t get anywhere else. Then came ... Read More »
“The Northman” is a sweeping Norse saga
“The Northman” is a sprawling Viking revenge epic in the way of Terrence Malick‘s “The New World”. It is grand in its scale and beautiful its in scenery. Robert Eggers’ usual penchant ... Read More »
Ben and Erin Napier to launch new show on HGTV
Ben and Erin Napier are not shy about sharing their faith. The couple is finding a loyal following on social media and cable television giving viewers an inside view of their style ... Read More »
Angel Studios has big plans to produce viewer-driven content such as “The Chosen”
Angel Studios, which works with the popular Christian series “The Chosen,” is just getting started. The family-friendly moviemaking powerhouse could end up disrupting how films and TV shows are funded and created. ... Read More »
Everyone has heard a Wicked song, but have you seen the musical?
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 ... Read More »
Our Top 10 Thanksgiving movies
Can’t “movie” from all the turkey and pumpkin pie? Sit back and enjoy one of our favorite Thanksgiving-themed movies. We’ve included a clip or the original movie trailer to check them out. ... Read More »
‘Tootsie’ marks Broadway’s return to Kansas City
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 ... Read More »
Comedy Pet Photography releases finalist photos and they’re hilarious
For many, their pets have been central to providing some levity during Covid, job loss, civil unrest and now an economy spinning out of control. Now, Comedy Pet Photography 2021 Awards in ... Read More »
‘Cry Macho’ misses mark at being a great movie
They say that cowboys are a breed tougher than nails and as strong as steel but in Clint Eastwood‘s “Cry Macho,” he recasts the myth. For a huge portion of his past, ... Read More »
‘Show Me the Father’ movie explores good, and bad, parenting
How do you think of your father? With love, happiness and respect? With fear, misery and anger? Your relationship with your dad can influence your self-image and success. The Show Me the ... Read More »
Five Marvel superhero movies about family
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, is the latest superhero blockbuster from Marvel. Here’s a quick peek at the movie’s biggest theme: It’s all about family. While Shang-Chi—like any superhero ... Read More »
Singing in church prepared Jennifer Hudson to play Aretha Franklin
Jennifer Hudson says her own connection to Gospel music helped her fill the role of Aretha Franklin in the upcoming biopic RESPECT. Hudson may not have taken on the “Queen of Soul” ... Read More »
James Earl Jones says narrating the Bible was ‘greatest honor’
It wasn’t the voice of Darth Vader in Star Wars but the voice of the New Testament that actor James Earl Jones says was his “greatest honor.” Jones, who’s iconic voice is ... Read More »
Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield, Kan. returns for 49th year
The popular Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield, Kan. will take place Sept. 15-19 with organizers releasing talent line-up. This year’s event will be the 49th annual and the public, eager for a ... Read More »
“The Jesus Music” film traces history of contemporary Christian music
A new documentary film schedule for release on October 1 will trace the history of contemporary Christian music. “The Jesus Music” takes viewers on a journey throughout the years as told by ... Read More »
