Current Event Listings Jul. 31,2010 02:00:PM - 02:45:PM
Walk the Plank with Pirate Frank-Celebrate Reading
The Manhattan Public Library presents a puppet program for all ages of children to celebrate summer reading.
With a little bit of puppetry, a little bit of magic, and a lot of fun, Kevin Horner will entertain kids of all ages! | Manhattan Public Library
629 Poyntz Avenue
Manhattan, Kansas
Contact Information:
785-776-4741
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Jul. 31,2010 06:00:PM -
Cookees Drive-In Cruise Night
Cookees Drive-In is having it's next Cruise Night. July 31st 6PM-9PM.Bring your cars, trucks, bikes or whatever you want to show off! It is all for fun and therefore, bring what you want!
Admission is Free!
Free dash plaques to the first 50 entrants.
Free fries with every meal order.
4 categories of trophies awarded (including youth).
102 E. 12th St. Pleasanton, KS. 66075
50/50 pot with Cookee's portion go to the Linn County Children's Coalition.
Past cruise nights at www.cookeesdrivein.com/cruise.htm
Current cruise night flier at www.cookeesdrivein.com
| Cookees Drive-In
102 E. 12th St.
Pleasanton, Kansas 66075
Contact Information:
913-352-8789
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Jul. 31,2010 12:00:PM - 01:00:PM
This American Life
Saturday on This American Life, a show called Georgia Rambler. In the 1970s a reporter named Charles Salter wrote a column by that name for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution . He traveled to towns all over the state, in search of the most interesting people to interview. This week...we head to Georgia and try it for ourselves. Saturday at 12:00nn on KPR 1 (encore broadcast Sunday at 12:00nn on KPR 1).
| KPR Broadcast
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Jul. 31,2010 05:00:PM - 07:00:PM
A Prairie Home Companion
This weekend on A Prairie Home Companion, it's a mix of our two January shows from the War Memorial Opera House in San Francisco. Sara Watkins plays her ukulele and sings; Guy Noir deals with the San Francisco sea lions; mezzo- soprano Frederica von Stade sings Delibes' Flower Duet with a promising young soprano. Plus, tunes by bluesman Elvin Bishop, Scottish balladeer Jean Redpath and the choral ensemble Chanticleer. In Lake Wobegon, the story of Myrtle Anderson's plan to embezzle a quarter-million dollars from The First Inqvist State Bank. Saturday at 5:00pm on KPR 1 (encore broadcast Sunday at 12:00nn).
| KPR 1 Broadcast
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Jul. 31,2010 07:00:PM - 09:00:PM
The Retro Cocktail Hour
The space age bachelor pad is swinging Saturday on KPR's Retro Cocktail Hour! We'll hear the jet set sounds of Juan Esquivel and Augusto Alguero. Also, you'll find tiki tunes from Paul Conrad's ultra-rare album Exotic Paradise, Les Baxter's Tamboo! and Don Tiki's newest, South of the Boudoir. Plus, the Black Sombrero Brass channels the Tijuana Brass sound, spy jazz from the Ulterior Motive Orchestra AND crime jazz by Esquivel from a lost Mexcian movie! Saturday at 7:00pm on KPR 1. | KPR 1 Broadcast
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Aug. 1,2010 08:00:PM -
Lyle Lovett and his Large Band
Texas Singer-songwriter blending country, folk, jazz, blues and bluegrass. Dana Coooper opens. | Midland Theater
1228 Main Street
Kansas City, Missouri
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Aug. 1,2010 09:00:AM - 10:00:AM
From the Top
From the Top broadcasts from Stanford University with an all-Bay Area extravaganza, plus we meet another From the Top alum as our 10th Anniversary series continues, and we learn that his first appearance on the show actually helped him meet his wife.
Christopher O'Riley hosts. Sunday at 9:00am on KPR 1. | KPR 1 Broadcast
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Aug. 1,2010 02:00:PM -
Miami String Quartet Performance
The Miami String Quartet
presents the opening concert at the Heartland Chamber Music Festival | Yardley Hall at the Carslen Center, JCCC
12345 College Blvd
Overland Park, Kansas 66062
Contact Information:
Ticket information: 913-469-4445
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Aug. 1,2010 07:00:PM - 08:00:PM
Right Between the Ears
Sunday on Right Between the Ears it's an encore show from October 2006. Popeye eats some e.coli-tainted spinach; Pluto (the planet, not the dog) gets laid off; we'll catch up on The New Adventures of Goofus and Gallant; plus spoofs of Nancy Grace, Bob Vila and George W. Bush. Sunday at 7:00pm on KPR 1. | KPR 1 Broadcast
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Aug. 3,2010 08:04:PM - 12:00:AM
Kansas Primary Elections 2010
KPR will present up-to-the minute coverage of the Kansas primaries. Two Kansas Congressman are battling to become the next U.S. Senator from the Sunflower State. Meanwhile, all four congressional seats in Kansas and numerous statewide offices are also up for grabs. Kansas voters ill narrow the list of candidates during the primary election on Tuesday, August 3rd. KPR's live election coverage beings at 8:04pm Tuesday, August 3. | KPR 1 Broadcast
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Aug. 5,2010 07:30:PM - Jul. 27,2010 01:00:AM
Heartland Chamber Music Festival Faculty Recital
Heartland Chamber Music Recital Faculty Recital
Schumann Piano Quintet in E-flat, Op.44
Mendelssohn Octet in E-flat, Op. 20 | White Recital Hall
4949 Cherry Street
Kansas City, Missouri
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Ticket information: Free and open to the public
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Aug. 7,2010 07:30:PM - 09:00:PM
Songs of the Flint Hills by Tallgrass Express
In beautiful Cottonwood Falls, the Tallgrass Express String Band debuts “Clean Curve of Hill Against Sky,” their unique new CD of all original songs about life in the Kansas Flint Hills, written by local rancher (and band-member) Annie Wilson. Blended harmonies complement the group’s old time style with wide-ranging instrumental skills on strings including fiddle, mandolin, banjo, dobro, guitar, and bass, with occasional fills from concertina and harmonica. Concert will be outdoors by the Chase County Courthouse on the Emma Chase "Broadway Stage" at 317 Broadway, with weather contingency location across the street and one block north at the Emporium, 220 1/2 Broadway. Enjoy a special Concert Menu at the Emma Chase Cafe from 5 to 7:30 p.m. | Emma Chase "Broadway Stage"
317 Broadway
Cottonwood Falls, Kansas 66845
Contact Information:
620-273-6020
Ticket information: Suggested donation: $8 per person
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Aug. 12,2010 07:00:PM -
1776 - The Musical with an all-female cast
Winner of 3 Tony Awards, including BEST MUSICAL, Musical Theater Heritage (MTH) breaks new ground with 1776. Sometimes a new voice can bring new meanings to old stories. This story is about how much work and courage it took to get everyone off their "arses" to break it off with England. Sherman Edwards, developed lyrics and libretto for this insightful musical on the real struggle to write our Declaration of Independence. | Off Center Theatre
2450 Grand
Kansas City, Missouri 64108
Contact Information:
816-842-9999
Ticket information: $13 - LEFT/RIGHT $27 - CENTER
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Aug. 14,2010 02:00:PM - 05:00:PM
Adoption Fair
Interested in adoption?
Learn more about international and domestic adoption options at a free Adoption Fair on Saturday, August 14, from 2 to 5 pm at the First Baptist Church of Shawnee. Child development resources will also be available to help future adoptive families in this rewarding process.
Visit www.fbcshawnee.com
| First Baptist Church of Shawnee
11400 Johnson Drive
Shawnee, Kansas 66203
Contact Information:
913-268-6500
Ticket information: free
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Aug. 15,2010 08:00:PM - 11:00:PM
Gordon Lightfoot
Gordon Lightfoot 8:00 pm Sunday, August 15. Doors open at 7:00 pm. Reserved seat advance tickets go on sale May 14 for $85.00 Golden Circle Seating, $55.00 Floor Seating and $35.00 Terrace Seating at Select-a-Seat, The Cotillion, House of Sight & Sound and the employee clubs. For further information and to charge tickets by phone call 316-722-4201 or logon to thecotillion.com.
| The Cotillion
11120 W Kellogg
Wichita, Kansas 67209
Contact Information:
316-722-4201
Ticket information: $85, $55, $35
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Aug. 18,2010 01:30:PM - 03:00:AM
Connecting Through Facebook
Connecting to your family and friends is easy with Facebook! Come with your email address and password and learn the ins and outs of Facebooking. Have questions about how Facebook works, what social networking is, or how to get rid of notices you don't want to see? Want to add photos or reacquaint yourselves with old roommates or friends from long ago? | Topeka and Shawnee County public library
1515 SW 10th
Topeka, Kansas 66605
Contact Information:
785-580-4400
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Aug. 20,2010 06:00:PM - May. 11,2010 01:00:AM
Jeffery Broussard & The Creole Cowboys
Louisiana natives Jeffery Broussard & The Creole Cowboys perform their own brand of sensational contemporary zydeco and tangy, energetic interpretations of Creole classics. Broussard, leading member of the influential nouveau zydeco band, Zydeco Force, is known for his accordion mastery and soulful vocals. Together with The Creole Cowboys, the band fuses southern tradition with popular music flair to craft a new style of fast-paced, expressive Creole folk. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: Free
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Aug. 20,2010 10:00:AM - Aug. 22,2010 07:00:PM
Cherokee Strip Renaissance Festival
Walk into the 15th Century at the The Cherokee Strip Renaissance Festival. See knights, royalty, faeries, pirates, belly dancers and more! Take the children to the children's realm and to watch Dragon Scales and Faerie Tales, a dragon puppet show. See all this and much much more at the Cherokee Strip Renaissance Festival | Arkansas City Agri-Business Building
712 W. Washington Ave.
Arkansas City, Kansas 67005
Contact Information:
620-442-6750
Ticket information: Adults $10 and Children $5 weekend passes available
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Aug. 21,2010 11:00:AM - 04:00:PM
6th Annual Son Shine Carnival
6th Annual Son Shine Carnival - lots of fun, food and games for kids from 1 to 101. Includes a free inflatable water slide and even a Silent Auction with terrific items at great prices. Free music concert by Solar Eclipse from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. | Heritage Park Wesleyan Church
2131 SW Harrison St
Topeka, Kansas 66611
Contact Information:
785-230-4362
Ticket information: Many free games and events | |
Aug. 28,2010 08:00:PM -
Kinsey Sicks at the Stiefel Theatre
Last year's Smoky Hill River Festival sensation comes back for their R rated show this time. $35 tickets also buy a reception after the show with the guys. | Stiefel Theatre
151 S. Santa Fe
Salina, Kansas 67401
Contact Information:
785-827-1998
Ticket information: $15, $25, $35
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Aug. 28,2010 08:00:PM -
The Black Crowes at Salina's Stiefel Theatre
"Say Goodnight to the Bad Guys" Tour with acoustic and electric sets.
| Stiefel Theatre
151 S. Santa Fe
Salina, Kansas 67401
Contact Information:
785-827-1998
Ticket information: $44, $52, $59
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Sep. 9,2010 07:00:PM -
Buddy Jewell in concert
Buddy Jewell burst onto the country music scene in 2003 when he won the coveted title of USA Network’s first ever Nashville Star. A true crowd favorite from the premiere episode to the finale, TV audiences and critics alike fell in love with Buddy Jewell’s gentility, enthusiasm and true musical passion. Buddy Jewell debuted at #1 on the Top Country Album charts, and was recognized by the ACM, CMA and CMT Awards with multiple nominations.
“I’m so incredibly lucky,” says Buddy graciously. “I have a wonderful and blessed family, and a job that I love. It doesn’t get any better than that.”
| Parsons Municipal Auditorium
112 South 17th Street
Parons, Kansas 67357
Contact Information:
620-421-2358
Ticket information: Admission is by membership subscription or single performance admission of $25.00. Student season subscription: $10.00. Season memberships may be purchased at the door.
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Sep. 10,2010 03:00:PM - Sep. 11,2010 11:00:PM
First City Festival
Community celebration with live music, great food, fun activities and games, contests, street performers, vendors, parade and fireworks. | Downtown Leavenworth, Kansas
Esplanade and Cherokee Streets
Leavenworth, Kansas 66048
Contact Information:
913-682-3924
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Sep. 18,2010 08:00:AM -
14 annual bruce whaley spirit ride
9/18/10 at 8 am.fundraiser for leukemia & lymphoma society. Ride is 6.5, 25 or 50mi. sag stops. helmets required. lunch provided. many giveawys. silent auction.a fun day. www.kvbc.org or 785.379.0534 | lake shawnee
shelterhouse #2
topeka, ks, Kansas
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Sep. 23,2010 07:00:PM -
Mont Alto Orchestra and Buster Keaton Film
A wonderful way to see the silent film "Camera Man" with beautiful narration. | Stiefel Theatre
151 S. Santa Fe
Salina, Kansas 67401
Contact Information:
785-827-1998
Ticket information: $12
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Sep. 30,2010 07:30:PM -
Neil Berg’s 100 Years of Broadway
100 Years of Broadway shines the spotlight on some of the finest theatrical moments from the greatest musicals of the century. Featuring five of Broadway’s finest stars direct from New York City, these amazing performers light up the stage singing songs from the hit musicals they starred in and other outstanding Broadway shows. This dazzling evening includes smash hits from Phantom of the Opera, Cabaret, Chicago, West Side Story, Jersey Boys and more. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $32 ADULT / $14 STUDENT
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Oct. 1,2010 08:00:PM -
Neil Berg's 100 Years of Broadway
Featuring just the songs of many of Broadway's greatest shows. | Stiefel Theatre
151 S. Santa Fe
Salina , Kansas 67401
Contact Information:
785-827-1998
Ticket information: $25, $32
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Oct. 2,2010 07:30:PM - May. 11,2010 01:00:AM
Punch Brothers featuring Chris Thile
An extraordinary collaboration of fiercely talented musicians, Punch Brothers entice the ear with a riveting intersection of bluegrass, folk and classical music. Founded by mandolin player Chris Thile, former member of the Grammy Award-winning bluegrass/folk group Nickel Creek, Punch Brothers generates a truly unique sound fusing bluegrass instrumentation, expression and spontaneity in the construction of modern classical music. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: TICKETS $28 ADULT / $14 STUDENT & YOUTH
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Oct. 3,2010 02:00:PM - May. 11,2010 01:00:AM
Adam Gyorgy
Hungarian pianist Adam Gyorgy performs classical music with a brilliance, insight and perspective well beyond his 28 years. Accepted to the Béla Bartók Conservatory as a prodigy at the age of 12, Gyorgy has since studied with master pianists and won several awards at the first International Chopin piano Competition in Budapest. Gyorgy made his U.S. debut at New York City’s Carnegie Hall to great acclaim and regularly appears at prestigious concert halls around the world. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: TICKETS $24 ADULT / $5 STUDENT & YOUTH
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Oct. 6,2010 07:30:PM -
Guitar Masters - Eric Johnson and more
Eric Johnson, Andy McKee, Peppino D'Agostino, some of the best guitar players out there, join together for an incredible night of music. | Stiefel Theatre
151 S. Santa Fe
Salina, Kansas 67401
Contact Information:
785-827-1998
Ticket information: $35, $42
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Oct. 8,2010 07:30:PM - May. 11,2010 01:00:AM
Bayanihan Philippine National Dance Company
Celebrating the diverse cultures and dance traditions of the Philippines, Bayanihan is recognized around the world for its artistry, choreography and originality. This multiple award-winning dance company is named for the ancient Filipino tradition of working together for the common good. Through colorful costumes, rich music and movement, Bayanihan performs traditional folk dances inspired by Chinese, Spanish and Islamic influences unique to the Philippines. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $28 ADULT / $10 STUDENT & YOUTH
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Oct. 9,2010 07:30:PM - May. 11,2010 01:00:AM
Turtle Island Quartet
Turtle Island Quartet, the innovative San Francisco ensemble, makes its highly anticipated return to the Lied Center. Widely recognized for its genre-defying compositions, the Grammy Award-winning Quartet fuses elements of classical, jazz and rock music to create its own, distinct sound. Celebrating 25 years of recording and performance, the Quartet presents an extraordinary program featuring special guests, illustrious jazz pianist Cyrus Chestnut and mandolin virtuoso Mike Marshall. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $28 ADULT / $10 STUDENT & YOUTH
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Oct. 10,2010 10:00:AM - 04:00:PM
2010 Sunflower State Book Festival
Free admission to the public. Largest such event in the state. Offers stories on Kansas or about the the Sunflower State. Meet up to 60 authors, publishers, magazines, small presses & other literary organizations to buy & have books signed. literary readings, workshops & Author's Forum held through through the day. Childrens, action/adventure,romance,historical, and other writings genres represented. Something for the entire family! | Osborne High School New Gymnasium
215 West Second Street
Osborne , Kansas 67473-2020
Contact Information:
785-346-5565
Ticket information: Free Admission
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Oct. 17,2010 07:00:PM -
Mannheim Steamroller
This holiday season, Mannheim Steamroller will celebrate a quarter-century of being America’s favorite Christmas music artist with a 25th Christmas Anniversary Tour of their spectacular and beloved holiday show. The group will perform live for one performance only in Topeka, KS at the Topeka Performing Arts Center on November 13, 2010.
Grammy Award® winner and mastermind behind the group, Chip Davis will direct and co-produce both the East Coast and West Coast tour ensembles of Mannheim Steamroller. The shows will feature the favorite Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller along with state of the art multimedia effects in an intimate setting. | Topeka Performing Arts Center
214 SE 8th Ave.
Topeka, Kansas 66603
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Oct. 21,2010 07:30:PM - May. 11,2010 01:00:AM
Fiddler on the Roof
As one of Broadway’s most enduring pieces of musical theatre, Fiddler on the Roof captures the hearts of people all over the world with its universal appeal. Winner of nine Tony Awards, this classic follows Tevye and his five exceptional daughters in the Russian village of Anatevka. The rousing score features classic songs including Tradition; Matchmaker, Matchmaker; If I Were A Rich Man; and Sunrise, Sunset. This heartwarming tale weaves music, dance and laughter into a stirring theatrical experience. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $46 ADULT / $23 STUDENT & YOUTH
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Oct. 21,2010 08:00:PM -
Striaight No Chaser at Salina's Stiefel Theatre
Straight No Chaser, the pop a cappella group that has become a huge phenomenon.
| Stiefel Theatre
151 S. Santa Fe
Salina, Kansas 67401
Contact Information:
785-827-1998
Ticket information: $38, $47, $54
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Oct. 22,2010 07:30:PM - May. 11,2010 01:00:AM
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, “America’s favorite little big band,” is an irresistible multi-platinum swing revival group. This nine-man ensemble is known for its high-energy performances that will make you want to get up on your feet, dance and party all night.
Paying homage to the legendary jazz man, the band will perform selections from its 2009 album How Big Can You Get?: The Music of Cab Calloway.
| Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $28 ADULT / $14 STUDENT & YOUTH
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Oct. 23,2010 07:00:PM -
Edgar Cruz in concert
Each year Edgar Cruz performs over 200 concerts and has played throughout America, Europe and South America. Those who have witnessed Cruz’s performance immediately become entranced at the precision, speed and complexity with which his fingers strike the strings of his guitar to create a symphony of sound unusual to just one instrument. Cruz offers an incredible live repertoire of “The Greatest Hits of the Guitar”. Audience participation, clapping, singing, dancing, snapping, “olés and yee-haws” are all encouraged. | Parsons Municipal Auditorium
112 South 17th Street
Parsons, Kansas 67357
Contact Information:
620-421-2358
Ticket information: Admission is by membership subscription or single performance admission of $25.00. Student season subscription: $10.00. Season memberships may be purchased at the door.
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Oct. 27,2010 07:30:PM - May. 11,2010 01:00:AM
Spring Awakening
Exploding onto the Broadway stage in 2006, winning eight Tony Awards and a Grammy, Spring Awakening presents a groundbreaking synthesis of morality, sexuality and rock ‘n’ roll. This musical adaptation of the infamous 1891 Frank Wedekind play follows three teenagers as they grapple with puberty, self-discovery and arousal in repressive 19th-century Germany. The show features an electrifying score by Duncan Sheik and compelling choreography by Bill T. Jones. Parental Advisory–contains mature content and brief nudity. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $48 ADULT / $24 STUDENT
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Oct. 29,2010 07:00:PM -
The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe
The enchanting musical based on C.S. Lewis' adventure story of four children. Presented by the McCune and Middlekauff Foundations. | Stiefel Theatre
151 S. Santa Fe
Salina, Kansas 67401
Contact Information:
785-827-1998
Ticket information: $8 for adults and children
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Nov. 5,2010 07:30:PM - May. 11,2010 01:00:AM
Armitage Gone! Dance
Lawrence, Kansas native Karole Armitage returns to the Lied Center with her internationally renowned, contemporary dance company. The troupe will perform Three Theories—a new dance piece derived from the theoretical physics outlined in Brian Greene’s best-selling book The Elegant Universe. Choreography is inspired by Einstein’s theory of relativity, quantum mechanics and string theory (which resolves the conflict between the very big—humans, planets and galaxies— and the very small—atoms, electrons and quarks). The piece also features projected imagery and a multifaceted soundscape. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $24 ADULT / $10 STUDENT
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Nov. 11,2010 07:30:PM -
Merle Haggard at Salina's Stiefel Theatre
A true country music legend, Merle has been called "the poet of the common man" and the godfather of outlaw country music. | Stiefel Theatre
151 S. Santa Fe
Salina, Kansas 67401
Contact Information:
785-827-1998
Ticket information: $49, $65, $75
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Nov. 12,2010 07:30:PM - May. 11,2010 01:00:AM
The Real Dr. Strangelove: Edward Teller and the Ba
Based on Peter Goodchild’s docudrama, The Real Dr. Strangelove is a gripping, historical tale of nuclear origins. This captivating story examines the lives and convictions of famous scientists Edward Teller and Robert Oppenheimer as they face impossible disagreements over further development of nuclear weaponry in post World War II America. Presented by L.A. Theatre Works as live radio theatre, The Real Dr. Strangelove creates a one-of-a-kind theatre experience. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $32 ADULT / $10 STUDENT
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Nov. 13,2010 07:30:PM - May. 12,2010 01:00:AM
Interpreti Veneziani
Experience the romantic charm of Venice with internationally renowned chamber music ensemble Interpreti Veneziani. Based in Italy’s most passionate city, the group is known for its exquisite musicianship and vast repertoire of classical works. With frequent appearances at San Vidal Church, the same venue where master composer Vivaldi regularly played, Interpretiti Veneziani performs on historical instruments to showcase its solo and ensemble virtuosity. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $24 ADULT / $5 STUDENT & YOUTH
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Dec. 7,2010 07:30:PM - May. 12,2010 01:00:AM
Legally Blonde The Musical
Legally Blonde The Musical is a giddy adaptation of the popular film, bursting with fun and charisma. When sorority girl Elle Woods is dumped by her boyfriend for someone more serious, she picks up the books and enrolls in Harvard Law School. With the help of her chihuahua sidekick Bruiser, a Greek chorus of sorority sisters and a teaching assistant named Emmett, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $48 ADULT / $24 STUDENT
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Dec. 11,2010 07:30:PM - May. 12,2010 01:00:AM
Jim Brickman
Considered a solo piano phenomenon, Jim Brickman is known for his enchanting melodies, pop-style instrumentals and tender, touching enthusiasm. He began playing the piano at the age of 5, studied at the prestigious Cleveland Institute of Music and is now a Grammy Award-nominated, platinum-selling recording artist. Performing an evening of magical festive favorites, Brickman’s 15th Anniversary Holiday Concert will take audiences on an emotive journey and offer an inspiring, uplifting experience. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $40 ADULT / $20 STUDENT & YOUTH
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Dec. 31,2010 04:00:PM -
Tafelmusik: The Galileo Project
With images from NASA, the Hubble Telescope and live narration, this unique presentation is an exploration of the artistic, cultural and scientific world in which 17th- and 18th-century astronomers lived and worked. Tafelmusik per-forms the program—featuring many gems from the Baroque repertoire—from memory. In this fully interactive presentation, the musicians move around the stage reacting to the narrator and the visual media components. Seize this exclusive opportunity, as Kansas City will be the only U.S. city to see this production until 2011! | The Folly Theater
300 West 12th Street
Kansas City, Missouri 64105
Contact Information:
816-561-9999
Ticket information: $25 - $35, Free for students 18 and under!
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Jan. 15,2011 07:30:PM -
Turtle Island Quartet
A San Francisco Bay Area jazz quartet celebrating their 25th anniversary. Their cross-over style incorporates jazz and improvisation. | Stiefel Theatre
151 S. Santa Fe
Salina , Kansas 67401
Contact Information:
785-827-1998
Ticket information: $15, $23, $35
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Feb. 8,2011 07:30:PM - May. 12,2010 01:00:AM
Black Violin
Not your ordinary classical violin performance, Black Violin stages an evening of contemporary classical, jazz, funk and hip-hop music. Influences range from Shostakovich and Bach to Nas and Jay-Z. Winners of the 2005 Apollo Legends title, the group creates a soulful, concert-like atmosphere with the addition of a DJ. With Kev Marcus on violin, Wil B on viola and DJ TK, Black Violin produces the ultimate synergy between classical and hip-hop. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $24 ADULT / $10 STUDENT & YOUTH
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Feb. 15,2011 07:30:PM - May. 12,2010 01:00:AM
Alexander String Quartet
For more than 25 years, the Alexander String Quartet has been recognized for its profound interpretations of influential and master composers, Beethoven, Mozart and Shostakovich. The Quartet has also established itself as an advocate of new music with more than 25 commissions and numerous premiere performances. The ensemble’s Lied Center performance will feature an all-Beethoven program. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $24 ADULT / $5 STUDENT & YOUTH
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Feb. 15,2011 08:00:PM -
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Multiple Grammy winning South African group sang with Paul Simon on his "Graceland" album. $65 ticket admits you to a special reception/fundraiser after the show for the Salina Community Theatre and Stiefel. | Stiefel Theatre
151 S. Santa Fe
Salina, Kansas 67401
Contact Information:
785-827-1998
Ticket information: $28, $47, $65
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Feb. 19,2011 07:30:PM - May. 12,2010 01:00:AM
William Inge’s Bus Stop
In this warm and affecting hit comedic drama, iconic playwright William Inge examines some of the many faces of love. Written in 1955 by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author and University of Kansas graduate, Bus Stop is about a group of strangers traveling by bus. Stranded in a rural Kansas diner during a freak snowstorm, the compelling narrative observes eight characters as they experience frustration, tears and laughter, examine their own motivations and forge unlikely romantic connections in a single night. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
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785-864-2787
Ticket information: $28 ADULT / $10 STUDENT
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Feb. 24,2011 07:30:PM - May. 12,2010 01:00:AM
The Spencers: Theatre of Illusion
Husband-and-wife duo Kevin and Cindy Spencer have redefined the art of grand illusion, captivating audiences with spectacular acts of levitation, escape and fantasy. Joining the ranks of Doug Henning, David Copperfield, Penn & Teller and Criss Angel, the Spencers were recently named International Magicians of the Year by their peers. The duo presents a big, high-tech stage show that combines drama, comedy, romance and suspense with elaborate stage illusions, amazing special effects and over-the-top sets. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $28 ADULT / $10 STUDENT & YOUTH
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Mar. 6,2011 07:30:PM - May. 12,2010 01:00:AM
Kansas City Symphony
Conducted by Music Director Michael Stern and joined by special guest, talented American piano soloist Jonathan Biss, the Symphony will present a diverse and well-balanced program featuring Wagner’s dramatic Overture to Rienzi, Brahms’ powerful Piano Concerto No. 1 and the Kansas premiere of American Symphony—a new, commissioned work for the KCS by accomplished young composer Adam Schoenberg. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $40 ADULT / $10 STUDENT & YOUTH
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Mar. 7,2011 07:00:PM -
Legacy of Floyd Cramer: Jason Coleman in concert
Jason Coleman has been blessed with tremendous talent inherited from his grandfather, the legendary keyboardist Floyd Cramer. He has matured into an uncanny reflection of his famous granddaddy and now his current concert tour, Legacy of Floyd Cramer, is bringing a heartfelt new life to Cramer’s beloved music. Jason’s concerts are filled with exciting songs and nostalgic stories as he shares special memories of his grandfather and the music he made famous. | Parsons Municipal Auditorium
112 South 17th Street
Parsons, Kansas 67357
Contact Information:
620-421-2358
Ticket information: Admission is by membership subscription or single performance admission of $25.00. Student season subscription: $10.00. Season memberships may be purchased at the door.
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Mar. 9,2011 07:30:PM - May. 12,2010 01:00:AM
An Evening with Garrison Keillor
Known as the host of public radio’s A Prairie Home Companion, Garrison Keillor is also a syndicated columnist and best-selling author of more than a dozen books including Lake Wobegon, Love Me and Homegrown Democrat. Keillor’s distinctive, inviting voice is heard each week by more than 4 million listeners on 590 public radio stations. At the Lied Center, Keillor will share entertaining anecdotes about his experience growing up in the American Midwest. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
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785-864-2787
Ticket information: $42 ADULT / $21 STUDENT
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Mar. 13,2011 02:30:PM - May. 12,2010 01:00:AM
Carnival of the Animals & Peter and the Wolf
Carnival of the Animals and Peter and the Wolf—two classical music masterpieces—are reinvented for young audiences by Frederic Chiu’s brilliant piano transcription and David Gonzalez’ original, funky poetry. Written by French romantic composer Camille Saint-Saëns in 1886, Carnival of the Animals is a musical suite introducing residents of the animal kingdom to classical music enthusiasts. Peter and the Wolf, written by Russian composer and pianist Sergei Prokofiev in 1936, is a symphony fairy tale for children to cultivate their musical taste. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $24 ADULT / $10 STUDENT & YOUTH
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Mar. 17,2011 07:30:PM -
Arlo Guthrie at Salina's Stiefel Theatre
The eldest son of Woody Guthrie, Arlo made his name in the folk music world with "Alice's Restaurant" and "City of New Orleans." | Stiefel Theatre
151 S. Santa Fe
Salina, Kansas 67401
Contact Information:
785-827-1998
Ticket information: $30, $43, $55
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Apr. 8,2011 07:30:PM -
Alpin Hong
Exciting young pianist Alpin Hong is a gifted recital and orchestral musician who has developed a reputation for eclectic concerts, diverse programs and an interpretive, improvisational style. With an orchestral debut at the age of 10 and an advanced degree from The Juilliard School, Hong has a distinctive ability to combine technical prowess with a deep, emotional understanding of the works he performs. | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $24 ADULT / $5 STUDENT & YOUTH
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Apr. 14,2011 07:30:PM - May. 17,2010 01:00:AM
Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Del McCoury Band
These two legendary groups of musicians, from two distinctly American musical lineages, come together in concert. The two bands create a seamless blend of soul-lifting traditional harmonies as hot and lively New Orleans jazz meets the high and lonesome sound of the Appalachians. Don’t miss this extraordinary concert event! | Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive
Lawrence, Kansas 66045
Contact Information:
785-864-2787
Ticket information: $30 ADULT / $15 STUDENT & YOUTH
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Apr. 16,2011 08:00:PM -
Shemekia Copeland
She has opened for the Rolling Stones, headlined the Chicago Blues Festival and shared the stage with all the Blues legends. | Stiefel Theatre
151 S. Santa Fe
Salina , Kansas 67401
Contact Information:
785-827-1998
Ticket information: $15, $35
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Apr. 29,2011 07:00:PM -
The Piano Men: Jim Witter in concert
The Piano Men is a musical celebration of the 1970’s- year by year, hit by hit- from the songs of Billy Joel and Elton John. With Witter at the grand piano and his sizzling musicians on keyboards, guitar, bass, flute, sax and drums, the music is not an attempt to “recreate” or “mimic” the evening’s long list of familiar hits. Witter unleashes his golden tenor on hit after hit to recreate fully formed mental and emotional return visits to specific landmarks in a pop culture timeline. | Parsons Municipal Auditorium
112 South 17th Street
Parsons, Kansas 67357
Contact Information:
620-421-2358
Ticket information: Admission is by membership subscription or single performance admission of $25.00. Student season subscription: $10.00. Season memberships may be purchased at the door.
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May. 5,2011 08:00:PM -
Wichita Grand Opera - "Daughter of the Regiment"
The Stiefel will roll out the red carpet for the Wichita Grand Opera production of "Daughter of the Regiment," the opera that made Pavarotti famous. Conducted by Maestro Martin Mazik/Slovakia. Formal dress is encouraged. | Stiefel Theatre
151 S. Santa Fe
Salina, Kansas 67401
Contact Information:
785-827-1998
Ticket information: $38, $58, $85
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