At Wichita Community Theatre, Shakespeare that’s ‘easy to enjoy’
Set against the backdrop of WWII, “Into the Breeches” is a comedic love letter to the Bard. The eight-show production begins this week and runs through May 4.
Art in three dimensions: ‘Topeka Competition 34’ at the Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library
Artist Mona Cliff selected the 3D works in this iteration of the annual competition, on view at the Sabatini Gallery through May 11.
In its 53rd year, the Wichita Jazz Festival adds a local history lesson
The 2025 festival, which takes place April 22-26, includes performances by April May Webb, Matt Wilson & Peter Erskine — plus an event celebrating Wichita jazz history.
Derby man has the kind of voice that turns heads — and chairs
Jaelen Johnston is back in Kansas in between appearances on NBC's "The Voice." He performs at the Rusty Nail on Friday.
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Inventing new patterns: Abby Ausherman at Harvester Arts
In her Master of Fine Arts thesis exhibition "Anatomy of a Bond," the artist explores the rich territory of quilting-as-metaphor. It's on view through April 26.
Finding acceptance at the William Inge Theatre Festival
Independence, Kansas, celebrates a queer playwright and his work every year. It's a wholesome experience for all, regardless of identity.
Singing 'Ode to Joy' during days of disaster
The Wichita Symphony Orchestra presents Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 this Saturday with a community chorus of more than 130 singers. For one chorus member, its famous anthem is a challenge to these discordant times.
Hidden in plain sight: Ernest Trova’s 'GOX #4'
This installment in an ongoing series about the City of Wichita's public art collection examines a 1975 steel sculpture on long-term loan to the city from Fidelity Bank.
Drama in the court: ICTRep presents 'Witness for the Prosecution' at the Historic Sedgwick County Courthouse
The Wichita theater company uses a real courtroom to dramatic effect in the Agatha Christie legal thriller. The nearly sold-out show runs through April 6.