From pinball wizard to cult leader: ‘The Who’s Tommy’ at the Forum Theatre
Thoughtful direction and a hardworking cast bring joy to a dark and challenging musical. Performances of ‘The Who’s Tommy' run through October 5.
To the brightest little star: being an account of the Great First Grade Book War of 1979
On the first day of of Banned Books Week, we present the epic saga of one first grader’s quest to read a school library book and the beloved teacher who fought for her.
'You don't have to give up': Clark Britton on making art into his 90s
In an interview with his friend and fellow artist Wade Hampton, the 93-year-old discusses his interests, inspirations and the reason for his longevity.
In his new book, Patrick Joseph O'Connor situates Wichita within the history of the blues
The author will promote "Wichita Blues: Music in the African American Community" during appearances this fall in Topeka and Wichita, beginning with the Kansas Book Festival on September 28.
This fall, don’t miss these intriguing classical music and opera performances
Fans of contemporary and out-of-the-box opera and orchestral music have plenty to be excited about this season, with offerings from organizations such as Wichita Grand Opera, Opera Kansas, Wichita Symphony Orchestra, and more
Between this life and the next: works by Jerome Tiger at the Mid-America All-Indian Museum
Seven works by the Mvskogee Creek-Seminole artist convey the mastery he achieved in his brief career. The works will be on view through November.
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.
Socializing while sober: How some Wichitans are cultivating alcohol-free communities
Want to have fun and meet new people without drinking? Meet some of the folks involved in local sober groups.
The photo behind a scene: Photoworx at KU School of Medicine-Wichita
The diverse works of 10 south-central Kansas photographers are featured in an exhibition at the medical school's William J. Reals Gallery. It's on view through September 30.