Arts & Culture
Hello Atelier | A Sculptor With a Vision as Big as Her Art
This week we welcome Alanna Derocchi to the show. Alanna has become known for her large-scale sculptural pieces of animals; walrus, hippos, even tapirs. But, an artist is always in evolution, and in this episode Derocchi talks with us about finding her artistic voice and transitioning her vision – even if it means alienating some…
The Weekend Starts Today
If you are lucky enough to have your mom around, make sure you see her this weekend. Flowers and a phone call aren’t enough. Take her out. We’ve got suggestions for cool stuff to do. Hey, remember how terrible the Royals were in April? They don’t look much better in May. Mom won’t care, though….
‘Man With A Pipe’ | Where They Won’t Be Lonely Anymore
In art terms, In Situ means “in its original place,” a designation for artwork that lives in its place of origin. Think of a mosaic floor among ruins, a fountain sculpture in a park, an installation crafted for a specific venue. This summer, In Situ will mean the story of how a lifetime of art collection…
Vox’s Jupiter Viewing & Other Weekend Possibilities
If playing softball beer in hand is not your thing, perhaps you’d consider astronomy with wine? Vox Vineyards is hosting a party to view Jupiter on Saturday night from 8 to 10 p.m. The Astronomical Society of Kansas City is bringing telescopes and Vox will provide the wine and a spot to see the stars….
Sympathetic Vibrations | Make It A Musical Staycation
The seventh annual Middle of the Map Fest kicks off this evening, with shows at venues across Midtown and the Crossroads. The festival, which has become a darling for regional music enthusiasts, boasts a wide range of genres from more than 100 bands who will travel from all over the U.S. to perform. The…