Tag: Unicorn Theatre

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January 31, 2024

At the Unicorn, an Incisive & Hilarious “Poor Clare” Challenges Us All To Be Better

There are no easy answers and "Poor Clare" wants us to reckon with the fact that this is not an excuse to do nothing.
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January 15, 2024

Looking back on a year of painful losses

The Kansas City art world mourns the 2023 passing of notable actors and visual artists, a charismatic singer and nationally prominent playwright among others.
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December 15, 2023

The Unicorn Hunts for Magic in a Fantastical, if Thin, ‘Journey to the Poles of Inaccessibility’

A new play having its premiere at the Unicorn explores the idea of a world rooted in real magic, accessible to those willing to risk everything to find it.
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October 31, 2023

At the Unicorn, a Group of ‘macbitches’ Set a Wicked Stage

It’s extremely clear from the start that "macbitches" has been crafted by and for those who would self-identify as Theatre People.
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September 19, 2023

Artist to Watch: Ashley Kennedy

In her pursuit of "Black Girl Magic," the young Kansas City actress is garnering roles and acclaim.
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August 29, 2023

Unicorn Producing Artistic Director Cynthia Levin Retires After 45 Years

Under her leadership, the small but determined company helped shape Kansas City's national reputation as a scrappy theater town.
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August 28, 2023

Live! Onstage in September and October

Our major professional theaters kick off their 2023-24 seasons and some spooky scenarios celebrate Halloween over these next two months.
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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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