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Leslie Coates

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'Newsies' at Music Theatre Wichita: Boy, does it fly
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'Newsies' at Music Theatre Wichita: Boy, does it fly

Acrobatic dancing and charismatic leads power a musical short on depth but stunning visually and physically.

Stage as sanctuary: In troubling times, theater is a refuge for Kansas high school students
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Stage as sanctuary: In troubling times, theater is a refuge for Kansas high school students

The joyful environment of the annual Kansas Thespians Festival testifies to theater’s value as a refuge and life tutor for teenagers.

Reckoning with history: "The Minutes" at Wichita Community Theatre
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Reckoning with history: "The Minutes" at Wichita Community Theatre

A talented and well-prepared cast grounds the 2019 Tracy Letts play about a public meeting that goes off the rails. It’s on stage through Sunday.

What a way to make a musical: '9 to 5' at Music Theatre Wichita
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What a way to make a musical: '9 to 5' at Music Theatre Wichita

Strong vocals and choreography make for a diverting theater experience, despite a somewhat dated book. The show runs through Sunday at Century II.

'Legally Blonde' has Roxy’s Downtown in the pink
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'Legally Blonde' has Roxy’s Downtown in the pink

In the musical version of the popular rom-com, an exuberant cast and inspiring message combine for an exhilarating on-stage experience

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