Variety, diversity and "fringiness" are the hallmarks of Fringe Festival performances — from theater to dance to music, from visual art to kids' shows to burlesque. If you like the latest in cutting-edge performance art, the KC Fringe is for you.

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MA – Mature Audiences

The Gypsy and the General (theater) AA

3 Sticks Theatre Company

Defeated by the enemy, the General and her entourage traverse fantastical lands as the Gypsy spins their fortunes through electrifying music in this physically daring ensemble-created show.

alacartoona (music) PG

alacartoona

An alacartoona show is an experience: poignant lyrics, powerful vocals, surprising compositions, all supporting a cast of characters completely convincing in their triumphs and tragedies. No one leaves an alacartoona show unmoved, be it to tears or libidinous conquest or both. Words pale in the face of experience. Come to the cabaret and see for yourself...

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Shitty Shakespeare: In Love & War (theater) MA

Alan Tilson

50 Shakespeare monologues, covering the comedies, histories, tragedies and romances and including 3 sonnets from Shakespeare's canon. The monologues have been collected and memorized over a 40-year acting career. They are scenes that have been either prepared for acting class, performed or inspired by actual Shakespearean performances. The monologues are divided into three sections of Comedies, Histories and Tragedies. Each section is 40 minutes and will be performed separately in repertory on alternating nights. The Sunday performance will be selections chosen by the audience.

adult themes

Shaittie Shakespeare Xposed (theater) mature

Alan Tilson

The monologues are the Comedy section performed last year at KC Fringe from a 50 Shakespearean Monologue Opus. The monologues have been collected and memorized as acting exercises covering 40 years of acting Shakespeare. The comedy section lasts 40 minutes featuring a different character every 3 minutes. The program includes a brief introduction to each scene.

other

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May We Live In Interesting Times (music) all_ages

Andrew Woody

Inventive, folk, rock, blues. Unmistakably gentle and unique, engagingly familiar, distinctively foreign. Lyrically forward and contemplative, on a foundation of richly textured acoustic minimalism. My mantra, K.I.S.S: Keep It Simple, Stupid.

Cherry's DeLuxe Burlesque and Variety Show (dance) mature

Annie Cherry and Lucky DeLuxe

Lucky DeLuxe and Annie Cherry return from their travels in the Far East solely to bring you the spectacular spectacle that is 'Cherry's DeLuxe', a burlesque and variety show, featuring glamorous, exotic, and hilarious honeys...

Adult content

Incarcerated Minds Gonna Make an Escape (word) PG

Arts in Prison, Inc.

This compilation of staged readings of writings from inside adult correctional and youth detention facilities in Kansas & Missouri are facilitated by Arts in Prison Volunteer Instructors. All proceeds from this performance benefit Arts In Prison, Inc.

adult

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Aryiel Everett Youth Poet (teen)

Aryiel Everett Youth Poet

An exciting collection of oral interpretation and original poetry by one of our State's best.

Bellylicious (dance) all_ages

Belly Dance United

A married couple gets lost in Bellylicious, a magical bellydance world, when two tickets to the new Bellylicious restaurant arrive mysteriously in their mailbox on their wedding anniversary. Upon trying out the new restaurant, they embark on a journey leading them to meet up with goddesses, Gypsies, vaudeville performers, circus performers and more. This show will leave you saying, "That was Bellylicious!"

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Sleeping Beauty (theater) all_ages

Berezovsky's Marionette Theater

Welcome to the world of fantasy - where marionettes are given spirit and soul by the puppeteers. Come to enjoy the fairy tale of Sleeping Beauty performed by exquisitely costumed marionettes. As well you will enjoy melodious classical music from the famous ballet of "Sleeping beauty," written by the Great Russian composer, Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. A feast for the eyes and ears.

L'Ange Avec Les Fleurs (more) all_ages

Beth Marshall Presents

"A Must See." Brought to you by the producer of The Orlando Fringe & former KC theatre artist- Beth Marshall, comes this KC debut of the 2002 award winning "Junk Melodrama" set in 1940's France about a troupe of vagabond performers, with their avant-garde band, Bric-a-Brac, telling the tale of world's greatest clown and his heart-felt journey to become a real man. ~winner of the Lillie Stoates Umbrella awards for best production, acting & set.~Orlando Fringe Best Bet~orlando sentinel.

Some mild innuendo

The Bric-a-Brac Vintage Vagabond Variety Show (Theatre) PG

Beth Marshall Presents

From the creators of L'Ange Avec Les Fleurs and The Producer of The Orlando Fringe comes this KC debut of eclectic explosion of vintage variety for all ages as never seen before. Punch&Judy puppetry, theatrical artisty, song, dance & A BIG FRENCH BEAR! "The singing delights, the story telling is sweet and compelling, but it's the Punch and Judy Show that should fill the seats." ~al pergande-ink19.com~

Mild adult language/content

The Screw You Revue starring Wayburn Sassy (theater) mature

Beth Marshall Presents

From Beth Marshall Presents, the producer of The Orlando Fringe and last year's "must see" L'Ange Avec Les Fleurs comes another hit show from Orlando, The Screw You Revue starring Wayburn Sassy. Named "Best Bet" of the festival by the Orlando Sentinel. The Orlando Sentinel raves: "...a major shot in the arm...sharp comedic creations...very, very, very funny..." To get a sneak peak of what's to come, be sure and watch all Entertainment Legend and You Tube Celeb-Wayburn Sassy's videos at DeweyTeeVee.Com!!!!! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UvQO2wn8wJM)

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THE MOST MASSIVE TOY RECALL EVER! (Visual Arts) all_ages

Beware All Stylebiters Massive & Art Crew!

In 2007, the U.S. toy industry accumulated $22.1 billion in sales amidst massive toy recalls due to violations of the lead paint standard. We buy our children toys that they love and cherish, only to be told that these toys are poisonous. Global free trade is upon us, but at what cost? This show, featuring more than 20 artists, will evaluate these issues through images, paintings, figures, and sculptures.

nudity

Blind Luck Photography ( )

Blind Luck Photograph

Blind Luck combines photography with state-of-the-art graphics to produce one-of-a-kind artwork.

TRIPTYCH (film) mature

Blurgirl Productions

other

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An International Lost and Found Family Marching Band (theater) all_ages

Boom!

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Boom! An International Lost and Found Family Marching Band (theater) all_ages

Boom! An International Lost and Found Family Marching Band

"Agreeably Ridiculous"--Robert Trussle, Kansas City Star. Experience the musical stylings, mysterious marches and geometrical formations of Boom!--a band comprised of reunited sibling orphans from around the world. Tight harmonies, tight costumes, uncomfortable pauses.

Pirates of Penzance Jr (teen)

Bravo! Academy of Performing Arts

Wacky, irreverent and as entertaining today as it was when it first opened in 1879, The Pirates Of Penzance spins an hilarious farce of sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted young lovers, dewy-eyed daughters and an eccentric Major-General, all morally bound to the often-ridiculous dictates of honor and duty.

Crystals, Five For Two, and Songs (music) all_ages

Brian Padavic

Mr. Padavic is making his debut at the fringe festival this year, providing a showcase of newly composed intimate chamber music. The program will include Crystals (6 solo piano pieces), Five for Two (a duet for violin and cello), and Songs for Guitar and Voice. In addition, Brian will play his first ballet consisting of double bass and alto saxophone written for the dance troupe "Reach" for their fringe festival performance.

Space Music Ensemble (music) all_ages

BROTHER IOTA

Brother Iota improvises music on the spot. The instrumental quartet creates music that is completely original and spontaneous. They perform ambient, electronic soundscapes for discriminating listeners. Experience the musings of KC's defiant voice - Brother Iota.

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Hey, Minnie The Moocher: A Tribute To the Words and Music Of Cab Calloway (music) PG

Brother John

An enthusiastic musical tribute to the famed Cotton Club era and the life of one of the great legends of swing jazz: movie star, composer, band leader and original 'Hep Cat' Cab Calloway

Sex, Love and the Confessions of a Teenage Crooner (music) mature

Brother John

Br. John takes you on a personal journey back to his pre and classic MTV/BET music video days. With only a stereo and mic, a dresser mirror and a hyper-hormone driven imagination. Where else can a shy, insecure, rhythmically challenged adolescent feel safe to express his private fantasies and feelings. But, within the private sanctuary of his bedroom. An opportunity to open his heart and declare his secret, undying love and affections to the non-judgemental, scantily clad, celebrity, pinup/poster images of Pam Greer and Farah Fawcett, through some of the sexiest, R&B love songs of the 1970s and '80s.

adult

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MONEY BUCKETS! The Untold Story of FDR (theater) PG

Buran Theatre Company

In an economy turned upside down FDR (Groucho Marx) asserts himself by hiring two new men, outsiders to the Washington System, to take over the cabinets of Finance, Minister Fellini (Chico Marx), and Agriculture (a beard for the War cabinet), Minister Bergman (Harpo Marx). But a villainous pair of Eastern European Socialists have plans to dupe the president and his boisterous wife, Eleanor (Margaret Dumont), and steal all of the money from the U.S. Government - buckets of money.

other

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Ms. B.D.U. 2008! (dance) mature

Burlesque Downtown Underground

The Luscious Ladies of B.D.U. are back for their sophomore performance at Fringe! Don't miss the fun and sexiness of KC's best professional performers sharing their true talents within the mockery of the pageant world - B.D.U. style!

nudity

Naughty Knickers - Take II (burlesque) mature

Burlesque Downtown Underground

Only a select few were lucky enough to catch that first show that started it all summer of '07. "Naughty Knickers" was the birth of Kansas City's sexiest, classiest, local performance professionals letting loose on stage in a burlesque company: Burlesque Downtown Underground! This Fringe Festival, the Luscious Ladies are bringing it back for you one more time... "Naughty Knickers - Take II" is not to be missed! BDU is ready to tease you with more knickers and even more naughty. Come see for yourself what all the whispers were about!

nudity

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Burlesque Review ( )

Burlesque Review

Enjoy a late night treat with this assortment of perfances from the various Fringe Burlesque and Aerial shows!

The Miniature Housewife (theater) mature

Byrd Productions

Danielle Conover and Dan Griffiths are in a quest for the true meaning of hearth and home. The Miniature Housewife takes a journey down the rabbit hole of cultural expectations and discovers herself in a whirlwind of giant ovens, goat men, kitchen disco dance parties, pancake target game shows and an ominous omelet minefield.

adult

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The Marvels and Wonder of A Thousand and One Nights (theater) all_ages

Caitlin McWethy

Sharyar, a King of Persia, is happily married until he discovers his wife has been unfaithful to him. In a rage, he kills his wife and vows to marry a woman each day and kill her the following morning until he has rid the world of women. Shahrazad, an over-confident young woman with an amazing gift for storytelling, marries the King in a foolhardy attempt to save woman-kind. With complete confidence in her gift of gab, she intends to finagle her life each morning by leaving the King with a cliff-hanger story, but she is rudely awakened when Sharyar proves he is a seriously wounded man who will kill her if she makes a wrong move. This raises the stakes of their relationship every night to a life or death situation. But, inadvertently, during the course of these 1,001 nights, Sharyar's hard outer exterior begins to fall away as he is awed by Shahrazad's extreme imagination and dedication to please (her dedication to please having evolved, inadvertently, from a need to save her own skin into an intense love of the King). The delicate balance is held until one day, Shahrazad runs out of stories. This realization leads to the dramatic climax: can Sharyar let go of his hate? And mostly importantly, will Shahrazad live?

violence

Fresh Looks. Fresh Talent. (Visual Art) All ages

Callus Productions/ Hair Spray Cafe

Artists' exhibition featuring photography, painting and illustration by some of Kansas City's most talented young artists. Enjoy complimentary refreshments served by hair models featuring the sexy works of Hair Spray Cafe's stylists. Music will be provided by a local DJ.

Checkered Past - Fortune's Fools (music) all_ages

Checkered Past

Renowned for harmony vocals and artful lyrics, Checkered Past delves deep into the human experience, reveling in the Fool's spirit, finding inspiration in romance, reality and the global condition. Unlike Shakespeare's Romeo -- the original "Fortune's Fool" -- Checkered Past will leave you laughing.

clairvoyDANSE: A Moving Arts Collective (dance) all_ages

clairvoyDANSE

Local Kansas City choreographers and musicians come together to present a collection of dance, live music and more in a variety of fresh, unpublished works that transcend the worlds of music, dance and the performing arts. Incorporating music from the Renaissance Period to Punk Rock, clairvoyDANSE gives you a new and exciting glimpse into the world of performing arts.

Chair (theater) PG

Co-Governors of Space

Chair is the heart-warming story of four people all of whom are connected in some way. Upon a trip to the theater to enjoy a chair's performance, they will come to know their love, lust, anguish and full potential as humans. All while the chair sits still on stage. Sometimes we must be still before we can realize the nature of ourselves and our art form. Brought to you by the infamous Co-Governors of Space!!!

adult

Create Your Own Reality (visual_art) all_ages

Create Your Own Reality

Make new connections and jump-start special projects you've had on your mind or tucked away in a closet as “Create Your Own Reality" brings together friends and new acquaintances for a night of sharing creative ideas. Now you can work on any type of project and still be social. Bring your project materials and some materials will be made available. Create Your Own Reality is a monthly group that meets in different public spaces to join together to have time to create. Take that as loosely as you'd like.... it can mean anything from re-ordering your recipe cards, painting, coloring, drawing, sculpting, knitting, mending a shirt, creating a connection with a new friend, fashioning some jewelry (you get the picture!). But it is time to do whatever you need to do to create your own reality. Please bring anything you'd like! "Because if you don't create your own reality....your reality will create you. - Lizzie West"

other

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Cringe of the Fringe ( )

Cringe on the Fringe

You can dance, you can sing, you can do anything at the late night Cringe. $5 for 5 minutes of stage time to strut your stuff. (Or just sit back & enjoy the show.) BE A STAR! DO THE CRINGE!

Veni Vidi Vici (theater) mature

Deborah Kaufmann

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Sunshineface (theater) PG

Devin Keast

"Sunshineface" is the coming-of-age revue from Chicago comedian Devin Keast, and it feels more like a party with the audience than anything else. It's a one-man show that pays homage to Broadway, The Second City, late night talk shows, and the one that got away.

adult

Dried Up (film) all_ages

Dried Up

“Dried Up” is the story of a quiet old man who, surrounded by desolation and apathy, perseveres to remain true to the nature of his own beliefs and character. He toils daily to forge a last ditch effort to bring hope and life to a faithless, drought ridden old town.

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Emmett Merrill (Visual Art) all_ages

Emmett Merrill

Over the years I've met a wide array of people and communities in Kansas City, each with their own unique backgrounds and lifestyles. Everybody has their story to tell and I've tried to capture each story in these portraits.

Abilene's Derivation of Influence (visual_art) all_ages

Emmett Merrill

nudity

Bear Hugs and Bingo Balls (theater) mature

Empty S Productions

adult

Moon Room 53A621.35 (theater) mature

Eric Graves

How far would you go for another . . . given, well, distractions? Welcome to another day at "The Moon Room". A new shift begins in Moon Room 53A621.35. The newest Subject arrives like all new arrivals . . . confused. But the Moon Room personnel's constant quarreling and proselytizing offer no welcome or answers. Appearing and disappearing under boxes, arguments erupt from their interrogations and harassment until the Room itself becomes a mob. The battle between social conformity and innate human will-power is tried and tested as we follow our Subject in this all too familiar human dilemma.

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Property Rites by Alan Haehnel (theater) all_ages

Excelsior Springs High School

When art broker, Kyle Macmanus, attempts to sell a sculpture, a question of ownership arises. Violence ensues as the line between life and art blurs.

violence

Fashion on the Fringe! ( )

Fashion on the Fringe

2008 is a big year for the Kansas City Fringe Festival Fashion show. We will be featuring cutting edge designs in our "Fashion on the Fringe" event! With inspiration from the famed Bryant park the show will be clean, simple, modern, with Kansas City edge! We will host designers with new ideas, who push the boundaries, and truly represent the origin of the Fringe Fest. Come out and Fringe!

It Sure Is Risky (dance) all_ages

Four Worlds Dance

IT SURE IS RISKY, Four Worlds Dance's latest creation combines International Star Jonathan Jaffe's dance and choreography, the music of Duke Ellington and Charlie Mingus, the playing of world class Kansas City players and widely acclaimed jazz poems. It moves from depression and the blues to resuscitation and awe.

Lingerie Shop (theater) mature

Fourth Wave Theater

nudity

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Fresh Produce Art Collective ( )

Fresh Produce Art Collective

The Fresh Produce Art Collective is a group of artists devoted to the continuing creation & exhibition of new work. Comprised of progressive, motivated & ambitious artists that meet weekly to plan new art projects, show and parties. The collective aims to create a community of artists that can lear & work with each other.

Avante Garden ( )

Fresh Produce Art Collective

The Fresh Produce Art Collective is coming from Lawrence, Kansas to play in the big city. Bring your sketch pad, your canvas or your block of clay to FP's interactive, living life drawing session. Novalus will set the mood with their multi-style influenced rock music while members of the Fresh Produce Art Collective will intermingle within the still-life for a little gestural excitement. Please enter your drawing or painting influenced by the Avant Garden to the DotDotDot Art Space, Lawrence's newest art space, for a small exhibition and possibly... prizes!

IT'S A STATE OF MIND (dance) all_ages

FUNKBABIES

'It's A State Of Mind' brews all art forms into one 'FUNK.' The FunkBabies: Organic meets digital. This show consist of music, singing, dancing, drama and innovative technology. A not-to-be-missed extravaganza.

adult

Ted Rimberg's Suicide (theater) PG

Geoff Herbach

Ted Rimberg is in a coma. For the past year, after destroying his marriage, career, relationship with kids, he's been traveling, writing suicide letters. In near death he's called a saint. He'll tell you the story.

adult

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"JOURNEYS" (visual_art) all_ages

Glenn D. Lewis

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Life Is a Cabaret: The Music of Kander and Ebb (music) all_ages

HeartAches (from Heartland Men's Chorus)

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The Coppelia Projet. (theater) all_ages

HEIDI STUBBLEFIELD

THE COPPELIA PROJECT is a clown ballet that is based (loosely) on the ballet Coppelia which is(even more loosely) based on a story by ETA Hoffman called THE SANDMAN. This creation revolves around a doll maker and doll he makes that is so beautiful, he refuses to finish her so to keep her for himself. The beauty he sees in her gives her life and spirit. Threatening circumstances require the doll maker to part with his beloved creation and force him to create more and more to no avail at recreating her beauty. The story questions our perception of beauty and deformity. It tip toes along the line of grotesque and buffoon to ballet and surrealism.

The Bovine Comedy (improv) mature

Holy Cow!

adult

The Bovine Comedy (theater) mature

Holy Cow! Improv Comedy Troupe

A student improvisational comedy troupe based out of Rockhurst University, Holy Cow! The Bovine Comedy is a set of audience participation games and improvised sketches. Adult themes and language.

adult

Advice From A Spider (theater) PG

HYBRID

Homo Terrorist (theater) mature

ID8 Productions

Terry had a fabulous gay life with a hot boyfriend and an amazing sense of style. Things take a turn when his eyes are opened to the anti-gay injustices of the world and he became The Homo Terrorist. Can his friends stop his campaign of violence? Which homophobe target is next? Most importantly, what will he wear to the revolution?

violence

STOPPING MOTION: Puppets in film (film) mature

Illegitimate Art & Design

Stopping Motion is a four-part series of movies starring inanimate objects and drawings. Films featured will range from shorts by famous directors to full-length films from Communist Era Eastern Europe screened at Illegitimate Art & Design, Kansas City\'s newest vintage shop and art gallery featuring some objects that oddly resemble the \"actors\" in the films screened.

The Grasshopper and the Ant Etc. (teen)

Imago Dei Arts

Two exciting pieces of theater from Imago Die Arts Youth Performing Team; Talkin' Trash - A dance narrative piece in the tradition of "Stomp" and a rapping grasshopper and worker and bring Aesop's Fable The Grasshopper and the Ant to life.

Kansas City Improv Showcase (theater) all_ages

Improv at the Fringe!

Six of the area's premier improvisational theater troupes converge on one stage over three days to present a sampling of the smartest and funniest improv Kansas City has to offer. This event is also a fundraiser for 8: The Kansas City Improv Festival coming in September. WEDNESDAY: Full Frontal Comedy & The Roving Imps FRIDAY: Spite & The Trip Fives SATURDAY: The Hypothetical Seven & Improv-Abilities

Showcase of Magic (theater) all_ages

International Brotherhood of Magicians/ Kansas City Ring #129

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BANG! (film) PG

Jack Payne

BANG! is an action shoot-em-up with imagination to spare. Inspired by film noir and modern action classics, BANG! is a tribute to the mindless cinema we all know and love. Filmed in Brooklyn, BANG! takes advantage of the New York scenery and resident actors.

Eat Now; Talk Later (theater) all_ages

James Vescovi

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Jay & Leslie's Laughing Matters (more) all_ages

Jay & Leslie's Laughing Matters

Jay & Leslie's Laughing Matters is a rollicking duet revue of juggling, mime, magic, and other nonsense for all ages. Jay and Leslie have performed their wacky signature show in 33 states and 7 foreign countries.

Mahatma Gandhi - Pilgrim of Peace (dance) all_ages

JG College of Performing Arts

This dance-drama depicts the last few hours of the life of Mahatma Gandhi, on that fatal day, inter-linked by some of the most famous Bhajans (songs) that he loved. From the land of Mahatma Gandhi we bring the message of peace and non-violence, to the world.

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Nobody Goes Camping (theater) PG

Journeyman Theatre Company

In thirteen years, Steve Marshal has learned to hate Posto Logistics and Shipping Incorporated. In one weekend, he will learn to hate Russell Rutherford... and camping.

The Worst Show at the Fringe (theater) mature

Journeyman Theatre Company and Bacon Shake Sketch Comedy

other

Forbidden Love or Lesbian Fairytales (word) mature

Joyce Slater

Tales of forbidden love in life and fantasy.

adult

Control and Influence (visual_art) PG

Juan Hernandez

What is it that drives you? What is it that is within us? This is an exploration of the power that one can wield.

nudity

Light, Movement, Shadow, Sound (dance) AA

Kacico Dance

Light, Movement, Shadow, Sound, presented by Kacico Dance, is a contemporary dance treat as light and shadow become partners with movement and sound. Flashlights in the audience, sounds in the dark, and dancers revealed and concealed are just the beginning of the theatrical innovations of choreographers Michelle Brown, Lindsay Tate, Shandi Miller along with Rebecca Bryant and Don Nichols. Kacico Dance, a company of 9 spectacular dancers, always promises amazingly refreshing creativity. Don't miss it.

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The Song and Dance Project 2009 (dance)

Kacico Dance, Kansas City Contemporary Dance

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Kansas City Improv Thunderdome (theater) mature

Kansas City Improv Thunderdome

This 'mini' Thunderdome pits four teams of local improvisers against each other in a three-day battle. Each team will get 30 minutes to prove its worthiness. Audiences will decide which team shall move on to the championship match on Sunday. Wednesay, July 23rd @ 8:00 pm Loaded Dice vs. Trivial Prov-suit Friday, July 25th @ 6:30 Improv-Abilities vs. Spite Sunday, July 27th @ 5:00 "Mini"-championship!!!

adult

Adventures in Wonderland (burlesque) mature

Kansas City Society of Burlesque

other

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Kitsch Klatch: Saving you from bad art & design (Visual Art) all_ages

Keen Bee Creative

Keen Bee Creative saves you from your crafting emergencies by coming to your DIY aid! No more 'what do I make out of this crap?' Reused junk makes blow-your-mind crafts & saves the earth!

hot glue guns and scissors!

Crossover Quartets (music) all ages

Kevin Hiatt

Composer Kevin Hiatt will present an evening of his string quartets in collaboration with violinist Jennifer Tousley and the Quartet Classique . The compositions performed on this concert straddle the boundaries between concert music and various popular and world music styles. World and Kansas City premieres of 'The Golden Flow', Lachrimae Tears That Fell Upon The Prairie' and other works will be performed.

Guitar Summit (music) all_ages

Kevin Hiatt

Guitar Summit will present three of Kansas City's most exciting guitarists playing 30 minute sets of their unique performing styles. Steve Gouge is known for his performance of Nashville/Kentucky style fingerpicking that was developed by Chet Atkins and Merle Travis in the 1940's and 50's Beau Bledsoe is an exciting classical and flamenco guitarist who also adds some world music spice to his set by performing on the Arabic instrument the oud. Closing out the concert will be Kevin Hiatt performing his original instrumentals and songs on 6,7 and 12 string acoustic guitars. Hiatt's playing has been compared to fingerstyle guitar legends Leo Kottke and Michael Hedges.

Kevin Hiatt and Musicians (music) all_ages

Kevin Hiatt

Kansas City composer Kevin Hiatt will present a series of evening concerts of his chamber music on this years' KC Fringe Festival. The concert will present world premiere and first regional performances of song cycles for soprano,and baritone voices with piano. Setting texts by Ted Hughes(Five Songs from the River), Langston Hughes (Two Poems of Langston Hughes), and the composer himself (A Private Serenade), the concerts will present Hiatt's compositional work spanning a period of over twenty years. Other works to be performed include 'One Star in Sight' for flute and piano, and 'Garuda' for solo bass clarinet. Featured performers include Victoria Botero, soprano, Adam Hulstine, baritone, and Thomas Aber, bass clarinet.

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Tap - Then and Now (dance) all_ages

Kira Mayo

45 minutes of tap styles give a taste of tap history. Enjoy original choreography by Kira Mayo, as well as works by Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards, Leon Collins, Lisa Hopkins, and many others! Hoofers are invited to bring their shoes and join me onstage for the Shim Sham or improv challenge at the end!

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Silent Poetry 2 (theater) all_ages

Kirsten Stephens & Dean Hatton

Some of the topics covered in the show are: A Comedic Chase To The Death, Help, I've Fallen And I Can't Get Up!, A Conductor's Secret Insanity, If He Only Had A Brain, Jacka*&^*@#$^%! The Mime, And The Dancing Dead.

violence

Free To Be, You and Me (theater) All Ages

Kraig Kensinger

Take a retro trip to the more innocent side of the radical 1970's. Enjoy a witty puppet revue that challenges stereotypes and salutes uniqueness. Based on the cult following T.V special conceived by actress Marlo Thomas. A BONUS puppet cabaret will spotlight funky divas and show tunes of the era.

Kredulous (word) mature

Kredulous

Undeniably his songs contain some of the most compellingly magnetic messages that draw the listener in with their authenticity. His newest album is destined to be an explosively poetic, lyrical masterpiece.

adult

Circumvolve Series ( ) all_ages

Krista Gagelman

This series explores color and movement through the simplicity of a single swirl shape in a multitude of colors, intensity and value. The \"swirl\" shape used in conjunction with primary and complimentary colors juxtaposed take on a hypnotic mesmerizing effect.

Six (theater) mature

Kyle Hatley

An Original Audio Play produced by Chatterbox Audio Theater Written & Directed by Kyle Hatley An underground society offers the ultimate thrill: a deadly game of chance. But their world of strict probabilities is shaken by the intrusion of the impossible.

adult

Watering The Grave (theater) mature

Kyle Hatley

Written & Directed by Kyle Hatley Based on Aeschylus' The Libation Bearers Original Music by Kyle Hatley, Matt Reed & Ensemble Traditional Songs rearranged by Kyle Hatley Lyrics by Kyle Hatley A Blues/Folk one-act about the cyclical nature of Revenge, the Madness of Family and the Necessary Evils that nurture them both.

violence

The Death of Cupid (theater) mature

Kyle Hatley

adult

Wanderlust (visual_art) all_ages

Larissa Uredi

Larissa's work combines meditation and creation to build multi-layered traditional and silk paintings. The strokes of vibrant color and movement strive to convey her high energy and enthusiasm towards art and life.

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Mad Phlow (more) all_ages

Mad Phlow

live collaborative group painting

Mad Phlow: The Artists (Visual Art) all_ages

Mad Phlow

An exhibit of paintings from the artists that make up the collaborative painting group, Mad Phlow.

Caught in the Act (visual_art) all_ages

Madeline McCrae

Multi-media sculptures

TIE DYE Your Own or buy one 2 DYE (visual_art) all_ages

Mark Koncevic

Will have some paintings, photos, and ???? ALSO will teach kids and adults how to TIE DYE for $5 (adults) and $3 (kids), can bring your own to die or buy one from us.

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Fat (theater) PG

Martha Maggio

FAT is a heavy look at being overweight. The endless shame, guilt and delicate intricacies of living with fat. Nobody wants to be fat ... or do they? See one woman's journey through life with extra baggage. This small, original ensemble piece proves to be a hilarious, dark and oftentimes poignant exploration of the world of FAT.

adult

All Rights Reserved: A Libertarian Rage (theater) mature

Maximum Verbosity

Welcome to the real fringe of American politics! The original masters of double-speak and weasel-words take on the myriad ways language is used to retort, contort and distort in this irreverent collection of song, sketches and stories.

violence, language, gunshots war

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The Rise of General Arthur (word) PG

Maximum Verbosity

Set against the backdrop of the first Gulf War, this military drama uses the body of medieval legend surrounding the early days of King Arthur and his knights to explore the nature of idealism in the face of armed conflict. Comparing and contrasting the contemporary and classical language of martial heroism, this wholly unique blend of scholarship and performance art promises to be a controversial and thought-provoking event. WARNING: This show contains profanity, gunshots, and some violent imagery.

adult

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Mohave Phone Booth (film) PG

Mojave Phone Booth

In the middle of the Mojave desert, there once was an abandoned, fully functioning payphone. This is the story of four disparate characters whose lives intersect with this mystical booth, and the common voice they seek on the other side.

adult

Mr. Fish (music) all_ages

Mr. Fish

Mr. Fish is a band of young musicians dedicated to bringing you the rock, and a good time as well. Drawing from a diverse range of influences, their eclectic mix of doo-wop, dance, country, bubblegum pop, noise rock and experimental rock is sure to keep you on your toes. Bring your dancing shoes!

Paradise Lost: Satan Breaks Out Of Hell (theater) all_ages

Nairba Sirrah

Satan calls his lead advisors Moloch, Belial, Mammon and Beelzebub into Pandemonium Hall for a debate on how to break out of Hell and travel to earth to corrupt Mankind for the first time.

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UNDERGROUNG STYLINGS (music) mature

Negro Scoe

Orignially from Southern Cali. Negro Scoe aka Absurd Sin has been emceeing since '95. Established the Hip Hop Addicts crew 1994. Since relocating to Kansas City in '98 he has been performing locally and has shared the stage with the likes of Aceyalone, Del, Jurrasic 5 Atmosphere, and the Jungle Brothers just to name a few. Scoe is also a co founder of the Hip Hop Academy where he breaks down the basics of emceeing for the youth!

adult

Dances of India (dance) all_ages

Nritya School of Indian Dance and Music

Nritya is a versatile company of dancers who work primarily in the South Indian classical dance style called Bharatha natyam, and also Kathak, and Mohini attam. Heavily based in both rhythm and lyricism, Bharatha Natyam involves the use of the whole body, including dramatic facial expressions, to convey emotions or perform intricate step sequences. Nritya also represents other Indian dance styles. Through combining modern spacing, themes and theatrical techniques with yoga and the traditional Bharathanatyam repertoire, Nritya produces dynamic, captivating programs which appeal to all ages.

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Dances of India (dance) all_ages

Nritya, School of Indian Dance and Music

Nritya is a versatile company of dancers who work primarily in the South Indian classical dance style called Bharatha natyam. Heavily based in both rhythm and lyricism, Bharatha Natyam involves the use of the whole body, including dramatic facial expressions, to convey emotions or perform intricate step sequences. Through combining modern spacing, themes and theatrical techniques with yoga and the traditional Bharathanatyam repertoire, Nritya produces dynamic, captivating programs which appeal to all ages.

The Three Sisters (dance) Mature

One Night Company

Do you miss Sugar Puppy? Emily Lauren graduates and friends perform neo-burlesque with satire, political commentary, acrobatics and comedy, with (of course!) partial nudity.

nudity

Just Off-Center Stage (dance) all_ages

One Night Dance Company

A selection of innovative pieces of modern dance, Kung Fu stage combat, physical comedy and performance art.

violence

Dancing on the Edge (dance) all_ages

One Night Dance Company

violence

Coupling: the Crap that Sticks to Your Feet (dance) all_ages

pH Exchange

People get thrown out of relationships just like trash gets left on the street. Sometimes you step in your own bubblegum and sometimes you must scrape another person's gum off your new sneakers.

Dance Photography & Oil Paintings (Visual Art) all_ages

Philip Koenig Photography

Philip Koenig's art captures the beauty, elegance and raw power of many styles of dance. The use of vivid color and thick brush strokes draw the viewer's eyes in and around every inch of the medium to massive paintings. The use of lighting and shadows that encompass the dance photography are visually stunning, you will almost swear you see the dancers moving. These photos and paintings are a compilation of Ballet, Modern, Tango and Eclectic Aerial Cirque.

Pink Symphony (visual_art) all_ages

Pink Symphony

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Oral Wishes and the Orchids Cry (theater) all_ages

PIQUEonline

PIQUEonline presents its original work and world premiere of ‘Oral Wishes and the Orchids Cry’. 'Oral Wishes' is the brainchild of PIQUE Creative Director, Robert Anthony. This show takes you on an emotional roller coaster through a fashion fantasy world combining a geisha tea ceremony, European trance, modern video and photography, with fashion and food. A 60-minute journey of the senses fueled by raw energy that will leave you inspired to love. PIQUE is your online destination to find fashion inspiration from around the around and around the corner. We believe fashion is about how to dream and not how to dress. 'Oral Wishes' captures the spirit of playfulness, creativity, and passion behind each issue of PIQUE. Join us for a fashion experience unlike any other.

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Untouched (theater) PG

Prisca Kendagor

other

All The World Is A Stage (dance) mature

Professor Hap P Feet And Friends

A electrifying dance group of character's from Kansas City, mixing diverse dance style's w/ a combination of a sparkling personality & Theatre. Sure to entertain & "W.O.W" you so, come enjoy!

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Don't Pluck...Please Tweeze! (theater) mature

ProjectAware

This comedy is set in the famous Club Nervosa where Annie Rexia is Queen and the best female impersonator in the tri-county area performing the exclusive songbook of the great Karen Carpenter. One night at the club her world is turned upside down when a timid twenty-something name Gus VanSickle stumbles backstage and as fate would have it does more than just meet his idol. Joined with the sharp wit of her friend and stage manager T.C., Ms. Rexia and Gus begin a journey of introspect and finding oneself no matter who you are or where you are going.

adult

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Deep Dark Secrets (theater) mature

Quiana Rieves, Chelsea Gibbs, and Julie Dolezilek under the direction of Janie Peak

Synopsis: Bridget is the new girl in school who offends, "super star," Kate until they each learn a deadly secret about the other ... In this love/hate friendship, two teens waver between betrayal and blackmail.

adult

Living the Questions (theater) PG

Rachel Nelson, BardLive Productions

Welcome to the Cabaret of Questions--an experiment combining story, music, and movement. Meet characters living questions both personal and political. As their intersecting stories unfold, what questions do you want to live?

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Cairo on the Kaw XV- The Beat Goes On (dance) all_ages

Raghsidad!

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'SPLAT' (theater) mature

Raleigh R. Pinskey / The Raleigh Show

"No to lips that reach the door first." "Yes to family revenge." "Can I really choose to be a ... ?" Partake in this soul's hilarious Heaven-ly earth journey choices and side splitting insight at In-Utero Preparatory University.

other

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variance (dance) All ages

Reach . . . A Movement Collective, inc.

Experimental dance comes to life with Reach's dancers and choreographers exploring the boundaries of performance art.

First in the SAG Series (dance) PG

Renay Aumiller and Will Schneider

Will Schneider, Renay Aumiller, and Hope Goldman, all graduate students at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, present an array of collaborative solos and duets in First in the SAG Series. Within the six distinct works, they weave together seemingly disjointed dance skits, collapse like a robot with its bolts falling off, and delve into a linear look at time using text, props, and humor.

RIVER COW ORCHESTRA ( )

RIVER COW ORCHESTRA

River Cow Orchestra improvises music on the spot. The instrumental music group is unlike other bands you have heard. R C O creates unique music using free improvisation. It offers musicians more possibilities than any other genre. It is employed by musicians who desire artistic freedom. The emphasis is on mood and texture. Come witness music without rules. Experience Kansas City's spontaneous music ensemble, RIVER COW ORCHESTRA.

Stimulating MOO-sic Without Rules (music) mature

River Cow Orchestra

adult

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Hot Summer Love (visual_art) all_ages

Robert Tapley Bustamante

Hot Summer Love will be less about art that makes people superficially feel good, and more about making art that is relevant and alive. Come see the freakshow!

other

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Rochelle Gardner (Visual Art)

Rochelle Gardner

Rachelle Gardner's large drawings depict organic environments not quite of this world. Funded by an Inspiration Grant from the KCArts Fund of The Arts Council of Metropolitan Kansas City, the artist is currently translating these drawn environments into large scale sculptural installations. A garden of works such as "Petalo" shown here will be showcased in the Urban Culture Project's Jenkins site (1217 Walnut) from the third Friday in September through October. An accompanying exhibit at the KC Artists Coalition will run through September.

Rockhurst High School Juggling Club (teen)

Rockhurst High School Juggling Club

A wacky bag of juggling tricks performed by local students from Rockhurst High School led by Alex Slater.

Definition Given By Devastation Vol 2- The D.I.V.A- Divine Intelligenve Voluminous Attitude (visual_art) all_ages

Ryan L. McCord-Bey

Things to remember: Know thy self and to thine own self be true. . the holy koran & shakespeare When you hate what you've become I'll love you anyway. . the god in me Be warned in time and remain as i do incomprehensible, to be great is to be misunderstood...Oscar Wilde -The gifts of understandings shall be the treasures of us all..Ryan L. McCord-Bey

Definition Given By Devastation Vol 2- The D.I.V.A- Divine Intelligenve Voluminous Attitude (word) all_ages

Ryan L.McCord-Bey

Things to Remember: Know thyself and to thine own self be true.. Holy Koran & Shakespeare when you hate what you've become I'll love you anyway... The god in me be warned in time and remain as I do incomprehensible to be great is to be misunderstood ... Oscar Wilde the gifts of understanding shall be the treasures of us all...

adult

Definition Given By Devastation (Visual Art) all_ages

Ryan McCord-Bey

The gifts of understanding and expression are among the most precious treasures of the creator.

nudity

Jesus Christ, King of Comedy (theater) mature

Sacrilicious Entertainment

If you thought Mel Gibson's "Passion" was funny, wait until you see the one, the holy, "Jesus Christ, King of Comedy." It's the hilarious rise and fall and rise again of one of the greatest entertainers who ever walked on water. Learn the true story behind the myth: Was he a man, messiah or meshuguna? Based on the best-selling novel.

adult

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Without Words (dance) PG

Seamless Dance Theater, Inc.

The show will revolve around the idea that although we have phones, text messaging, emailing, etc. you still cannot replace the effect that human physical contact has on our relationships. It is a vital part of our lives that we take for granted, therefore miss out on one of the most important aspects of life: human touch.

Unstitched (dance) PG

Seamless Dance Theater, Inc.

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Sean Giddings, Jazz Piano (music) all_ages

Sean Giddings

Three-time Kansas All-State jazz pianist Sean Giddings will perform a variety of jazz standards. A 2008 graduate of Shawnee Mission Northwest High School, Sean will attend the University of North Texas, where he will pursue a degree in Jazz Studies.

The Warriors (dance) All ages

Solace Dance Collective

SDC proudly presents their debut of Jered Solace's "The Warriors," celebrating the impact of music and dance on those who have positively impacted our society. With their unique marriage of live vocal music and somatic dance technique, a story unfolds of America's past and the critical roles that key people have played in society's advancement.

2D digital mixed media (visual_art)

Steve Karol

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An Original Ensemble Theatre Project (theater) mature

Storizenmotion

The Storizenmotion Ensemble went through a process of improvisations to create an original collaborative theatre performance. The group explored experiences along the life journey; who we are, relationships, how we network/connect with others, and societal pressures.

IMPROSCAPING (dance) PG

Susanne Carter of Carter Productions

IMPROSCAPING is a sexy, funny and original extravaganza performed by Susanne Carter. Obsession with weight, bad hair days, and fear of bikinis, tracks Susanne's body image though time. At odds with herself, Susanne creates six dance improvisations from the hilarious to the sublime. Unusual props and costumes underscore recorded interviews with Susanne's chiropractor, hair dresser, photographer and more. Ridiculous antics and a strong physicality highlight this edgy and whimsical 60 minute production.

Collisions (theater) PG

Tara Lane Productions in association with City Theatre of Independence

A fender-bender ignites long-simmering frustrations in members of the 'Greatest Generation' and underemployed 20-year-olds in a coffee shop. The generation gap is not wide enough to contain the force of their collision.

adult, one gunshot

The Alley Cat Revue (more) mature

The Alley Cat Revue

The Alley Cat Revue is St. Louis' premiere and only weekly burlesque revue with performers who have been featured in shows internationally! From singing, dancing, fire breathing, aerial acts, and comedy, the Alley Kittens are sure to tease and tantalize with feline finesse! Meow! The Alley Cat Revue has TWO different shows! So come back more than once for twice the fun!

nudity

Make and Take Music Maker Workshop (teen)

The Bric-a-Brac Vintage Vagabond Variety Show

Join in the fun and the music with L'Ange Avec Les Fleurs and the cast of The Bric-a-Brac Vintage Vagabond Variety Show from Florida. Accordion music, percussion and a giant dancing bear will lead participants in an hour long workshop to make their own shaker instruments and help create their own original musical composition. The first thirty elementary school age children signed up will be able to participate, the rest will enjoy the music and performance created! Pre registration starts at 10 a.m. July 26th ONLY at the theater door.

The KCSOB Presents: A Late-Night Classic (burlesque) mature

The Kansas City Society Of Burlesque

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The Leading Tones (Music) all_ages

The Leading Tones

The Leading Tones are a four piece rock band from Shawnee, Kansas. Drawing influence from such artists as Wilco, Radiohead, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Who, and The Format, they combine their varied musical abilities and tastes to create a unique rock 'n' roll experience.

Makefish Babelitia (theater) PG

The Makeshift Militia

A refreshing break from the improvisational comedy mainstream, this irreverent and outrageous troupe delivers its trademark experimental long-form improv. See one of the freshest and most exciting improv troupes in Kansas City!

adult

A Dinner Party (theater) mature

The NAC

'A Dinner Party' is the end of a love story. Michael Valentine has been invited to dinner by his ex partner Lawrence. It is 1943. England still has 2 more years before it is V.E. day, Rogers and Hammerstein open their new musical Oklahoma! And it is 24 years before homosexuality will become legal in the United Kingdom. The play is inspired by the great lyricist Lorenz Hart. Hart was famous for being half of the Broadway song writing team Rogers and Hart, producing hits like Blue Moon, The Lady is a Tramp and My Funny Valentine. He died in 1943 from pneumonia, but it is his battle with depression and alcoholism that is the source of inspiration for this play. Torn by his sexuality and unable to cope with the pressures, or see his place in society, Lawrence Hart decides to take his own life and invites his past lover Michael Valentine to dinner to see him for one last time. The opening scene finds Lawrence sitting in his dining room seen writing a letter. Moments later there is a knock at the door. It is Michael, a man who has a past with Lawrence and may be the last chance Lawrence has of finding peace and solace in his life. As the story unfolds the history of the characters comes out and lives are torn apart in this tragic dinner party.

gunshots

THE VOODOO REVUE (theater) mature

THE VOODOO REVUE

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Lonely Planet (theater) PG

Third Man Productions

In a world where vices can kill, this piece goes beyond the fear to examine how relationships evolve. Lonely Planet is a provocative and heart-wrenching play that truly drags the audience into its world.

adult

The Edge of Improv (improv) PG

Those People

adult

Dancing Nude (theater) mature

Timothy Mooney Repertory Theatre

How do childhood events twist our vision of bodies and sex? Re-enacting those discoveries which (one would think) should have been made much earlier in life. With dancing. Probably nude.

nudity

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Tizmoret Orchestra (music) all_ages

Tizmoret Orchestra

Tizmoret Orchestra steeped in the traditions of Eastern European, Israeli and Russian-Ukranian, russion gypsi, Klezmer and Jewish Swing. Performing the the metropolitan area, ranging from different Festivals and concerts to private parties.

Corndogged (theater) PG

Trap Door Theatre

violence

The Sinking Ship (teen)

TrapDoor Theatre Ensemble

The Sinking Ship, an original theatrical piece about rats, marauding seagulls and snitches sails onto the stage from TrapDoor Theatre Ensemble. Evem is a young rat aboard a ship of rats that have left the land to strike out on their own. After a year at sea, some rats feel like turning back. Mutiny arises which leads to one rat's act of sabotage. Evem witnesses this act and is forced to make a choice, keep quiet and let the ship sink or tell what he's seen and risk the life of his only family, his sister. TrapDoor Theatre Ensemble is a group of secular homeschoolers who improvise, create and perform their own original works of theatre. The ensemble is run and directed by the ensemble and one adult.

Bellydance Fusion Factory (dance) all_ages

Troupe Duende

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Visible Scars (theater) mature

TymeWorks

adult

s.o.s. (theater) PG

Upstream

It's not easy to draw a picture of love when your best friend is a douche-er (or perhaps a tool,) your girlfriend can throw a softball harder than you and your mom barks like a seal occasionally. Faced with a daunting art project, Ben, "the biggest fuck-tard on campus", fights metal dinosaurs, big balls and maybe even zombies in attempting to discover what love is all about.

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Thieves of Flight (more) all_ages

Voler (Thieves of Flight)

An edgy experimental collaboration of aerial dance, acrobatics, video and live musical performance featuring Kansas City's premier aerial fabrics collective. Featured guests include: Gravity Plays Favorites (Burlesque from St. Louis; Monta at Odds; and VJDN8.

Story Time With Wicholas Grimm (dance) all_ages

Wicholas Grimm

See some of the queerest stories you know get just a little bit queerer. Your host Wicholas Grimm will take you down the rabbit hole with stories retold in burlesque style.

adult

Willie's Wenches (theater) PG

Willie's Wenches

We're Willie's Wenches, a freaky five-some reviving those fine Shakespearean traditions of slapstick, swordplay and bawdy humor (including: puppet combat, sci-fi teenage hijinx, and spontaneous musical numbers) as we go 'undercover' in hilarious retellings of Willie's works!

adult

Hamlet versus Macbeth: The Original Shakespearean Smack Down! (theater) PG

Willie's Wenches

Hot cheerleaders in boots and corsets, sword fighting, mad-capped musical numbers, spontaneously combustible comedy, and one poor guy in a dress. Join the Bard's original cheerleaders as we go 'undercover' in hilarious re-tellings of Willie's works!

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