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June 12, 2026

A Special Community: Störling’s Alexandra Wilson celebrates 20 years

One standout characteristic of Störling Dance Theater is its familial community and the longevity of its dancers.
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June 11, 2026

The View From the Balcony: Art endures, even when the bodies that make it don’t

A night at the Symphony reveals why some artists get decades and others only a blink.
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June 5, 2026

From Bohemia to Bohemians: “The Timeless Line of Alphonse Mucha”

A Czech artist from Bohemia who became a defining visual voice of Paris’s Belle Époque, Alphonse Mucha (1860–1939) created images so distinctive that they helped shape modern design.
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June 4, 2026

Sponsored: Discover a Creative Getaway in Manhattan, Kansas

Tucked in the rolling beauty of the Flint Hills, Manhattan offers an unexpected blend of Midwestern warmth and artistic energy that rewards curious travelers.
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May 29, 2026

What did we think we knew?

The Alchemy of Knowledge: Science and Mystery from Shakespeare to AI is Linda Hall Library’s attempt to tell that story in a way that does justice to both worlds.
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May 29, 2026

“1601! A Comedically Tragic Hamlet Origin Story”: The Medieval Farce

1601! A Comedically Tragic Hamlet Origin Story is a new play written and directed by Savannah Dove.
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May 21, 2026

Sponsored: The Strength Training Mistake Almost Everyone Makes

Strength training has become more popular recently for a good reason. Strength training improves bone density, muscle, balance and more.
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May 19, 2026

“The Wizard of Oz”: The classic that keeps on giving 

The Wizard of Oz has been adapted so many times; most of these adaptations are wildly successful. This show, presented by the KC Repertory Theatre, is another excellent remake.
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May 5, 2026

Live! Onstage in May and June

While KC Rep and a few other local stages wind up their seasons, the summer brings a new crop of productions, including national tours to Starlight and the Kauffman.
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