Posts Tagged ‘Theater’
The Weekend Starts Today
Labor Day, of course, honors the labor movement and contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity and well-being of the nation. It’s also considered the unofficial end of summer, and it is the point in the year after which one is forbidden to wear white. Whatever color you wear, though, we’ve got a ton…
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August is National Admit You’re Happy Month. No, really. It is. Which makes sense. August is a happy month. The summer heat starts to fade. The kids go back to school. Plus, at least this weekend, there’s a ton of great stuff to do around town. None of that great stuff, though, includes spectator sports.…
Read MoreWhy You Should Care About OriginKC New Works Festival at The KC Rep
All spring, the OriginKC New Works Festival has been helping to build the city’s theater scene with events like Playwright Slams and the Monday Night Playwright Series. This weekend, the festival culminates with the opening of two full-length plays. Yes, two. The Rep is simultaneously staging a pair of dramatic works, presented in a rotating repertory from…
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This week has already been a wet one. Like “build an ark” wet. The upcoming weekend, unfortunately, might not be much drier. Luckily, most of the best stuff to do around town will be held inside, so water won’t be a problem. Except, that is, for the Brookside Art Annual. You might need rain gear for…
Read MoreCatharsis and community in standup comedy — for parents of kids with autism
Parenting is a tough job for anyone, but raising children with autism, who often have behavioral or communication problems, can be especially demanding. Research has shown that parents of children with autism are at increased risk of depression. But in Kansas City, some of these mothers and fathers are finding a measure of respite, and sympathetic ears, through comedy.
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