Arts & Culture
Spotlight on the Spoken Word | Ezhno Martin
We’re taking a moment to recognize Kansas City’s wordsmiths. Taken from KCPT’s “Arts Upload,” which has amassed an impressive collection of local poets reading their own works, “Spotlight” gives Flatland a chance to catch up with the artists. We find out what they’re up to and get their take on what to watch in the local and national art scene. This week:…
The Weekender
At this point in the holiday season, you might have done all the more traditional stuff. You’ve seen “The Nutcracker” and “A Christmas Carol”. You’ve looked at the Plaza Lights. You’ve gone to see Santa Dive with the Penguins at the Kansas City Zoo. You know, all the basics. Why not try something a little more…
Sympathetic Vibrations | Celebrating This Guy
In a week and a half, millions of cosplaying moviegoers will file into theaters in Kansas City and across the country, eagerly awaiting the sound of two iconic horn stabs that will accompany the words “Star Wars” on screen as they fade into a backdrop of space. This music will herald the beginning of “The…
Spotlight On The Spoken Word | Jeanette Powers
We’re taking a moment to recognize Kansas City’s wordsmiths. Taken from KCPT’s “Arts Upload,” which has amassed an impressive collection of local poets reading their own works, “Spotlight” gives Flatland a chance to catch up with the artists. We find out what they’re up to and get their take on what to watch in the local and national art scene. This week:…
“Chi-Raq” has local ties
This weekend, a local filmmaker is getting national attention. Kevin Willmott, associate professor of film and media studies at the University of Kansas, was recently in New York City for the premiere of “Chi-Raq,” a new movie by director Spike Lee. Willmott is the co-writer and executive producer of the film. Based on the ancient…