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Part 2 by Adel Jeffries
Fiction written by Adel JeffriesContributor Recap The transition from the chaos of a war zone to the quiet routines of civilian life offers little comfort when the heart remains trapped… The post Part 2 by Adel Jeffries first appeared on Northeast News .
Golden Hour Over Kessler Park: Photographer Bobby Burch Captures Northeast From Above for ‘The Front Page Project’
Bryan StalderContributor When evening falls over the Historic Northeast, golden light sweeps across the canopy of Kessler Park, illuminating over 300 acres of green space, limestone bluffs, and forested trails… The post Golden Hour Over Kessler Park: Photographer Bobby Burch…
Kansas City Ballet Guild – Kick-off Party
Kansas City Ballet Guild kicked off its season at Boulevard Brewing Company on August 23rd, welcoming Guild members, guests, staff, and dancers. Guild President Edie Downing and Nutcracker Ball Co-chairman […]
Paint Over of Avenue’s “Dragon” Mural Revealed as Mistake
Dorri PartainManaging Editor Communication is key, as proved with a recent painting contract to cover graffiti along the back wall of a business on Independence Avenue. When the error was… The post Paint Over of Avenue’s “Dragon” Mural Revealed as Mistake first appeared on…
REVIEW: Lyric delivers honest, thought-provoking Bohème
Puccini’s La Bohème offers different rewards to us at various phases of our lives. Eager young listeners can relate to the idea of falling insanely in love in about 17 minutes, which […]
THE BIG FOUR-O: Chamber Orchestra offers delights using local talent
It’s difficult to imagine a higher calling for a nonprofit performing-arts organization than to provide employment for local artists. For four decades the Kansas City Chamber Orchestra, perhaps more than […]
TACKLING A TITAN: Pianist presents first local Beethoven cycle in four decades
Kansas City has been blessed with an unusual number of extraordinarily gifted young pianists during the last quarter-century, thanks largely to the presence of high-powered programs such as the International […]
Art, Advocacy, and Artisan Goods: ‘Clay & Wick’ Brings Local Flair to the Kansas City Renaissance Festival
Bryan StalderContributor As the Kansas City Renaissance Festival celebrates its milestone 50th year, festival-goers strolling through the wooded village grounds will find familiar faces, handcrafted treasures, and a rich legacy… The post Art, Advocacy, and Artisan Goods: ‘Clay &…
Rachel’s Reads – Dystopian Fiction
With the upcoming film adaptation of Sunrise on the Reaping already generating excitement among fans of The Hunger Games, dystopian fiction is having another major moment. There’s something endlessly compelling […]
PAUL’S AUTUMN SPOTLIGHT
As Autumn approaches, a handpicked lineup of productions not to be missed awaits, from powerhouse performances to must-see premieres. From theater to music to dance, these selections promise to make […]
Community Chronicles – Sincerely, Her
Humor often takes unexpected turns. In Lauren Scott’s case, a joke landed her a new endeavor and a new mission in life, Sincerely, Her. Sincerely, Her is a women’s social […]
COMPASSION THAT’S CONTAGIOUS: KC Rep opens season with 9/11 musical
Making good art out of an event as horrific as the 9/11 attacks is no small feat. Perhaps for that reason, of the hundreds of books, documentaries, TV shows, and […]