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June 27, 2023

Whim’s ‘Alphabet Soup’ Is Back With Another Round of Captivating Short Plays Spotlighting Queer Voices

Whim Productions is back in a brand new intimate space for another round of their annual LGBTQ+ short play showcase 'Alphabet Soup: Stories from Queer Voices.'
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June 23, 2023

This Year’s Shakespeare Fest Delivers a Delightful, Music-Filled “Tempest”

The current production of "The Tempest" running at the Heart of America Shakespeare Festival is a solid mounting of a difficult and delightful play.
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June 10, 2023

“Price of Bail” at Arts Asylum Challenges Its Audience With Impossible Questions About Family and Self-Sacrifice

Olivia Hill's "Price of Bail" presents many heavy questions and no easy answers.
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June 9, 2023

At KC Black Rep, “Regina Comet” is Flighty, but Fun

The premise is ridiculous, but the songs are charming, catchy, and keep everything in orbit—as does the all-in energy of the talented actors and musicians.
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May 22, 2023

At the Unicorn, “Lungs” is an Angsty, Engrossing Ride

The season-ending production of Duncan Macmillan's enjoyable, compact one-act is a reminder that a basic formula—intelligent script, attuned actors, crisp direction, understated design—makes for very satisfying theater.
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May 20, 2023

KC Public’s Theatre Lab Presents a Fascinating Story but Could Have Gone Deeper With “Tipton”

Despite being a fascinating figure in Kansas City’s history, Billy Tipton is not an especially well-known name.
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May 19, 2023

“Steel Magnolias” at Padgett Productions Revels in the Comfort of a Well-Worn Classic

"Steel Magnolias" feels like spending time with an old friend—or rather, a group of friends, gathered together for company, gossip, and comfort.
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April 30, 2023

Spinning Tree Theatre’s “Young Playwrights Live!” Puts a Spotlight on Some Exceptionally Creative Young Talent

Three exceptionally unique plays had their world premieres in Kansas City this weekend, as Spinning Tree Theatre’s "Young Playwrights Live!" program took the stage.
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